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PLKB / Equipe Trading B.V. - Release of Liability

Caution

Before making any attempt to set up or use this product, you agree to have read and fully understood the entire PLKB LEI user manual; 
including, but not limited to, all instructions and warnings it contains. You also agree to make sure that any other user of this PLKB 
product, prior to using it, will also read and fully understand this PLKB LEI user manual; including, but not limited to, all instructions and 
warnings it contains. 

Assumption and acceptance of risk

Kite powered sports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. While powerkiting in its many forms is an exciting and fun sport, it 
can be highly dangerous for yourself in kite powered sports can result in serious personal injury – and even death – to the user as well as 
to third parties. Before setting up and using this PLKB product you agree to assume and accept any risk of injury, whether known or 
unknown, to both yourself and any third parties from using this PLKB product. To reduce these  risks, we strongly recommend you to stick 
to  the safety precautions listed in this PLKB user manual. 

Disclaimer and Release of Liability

Concerning the purchase of this PLKB product by you, you hereby agree, to the greatest extent allowed by law, to waive any claims you 
have or may have in the future against PLKB and all related entities resulting from using this PLKB product and/or any of its components. 

You will also release PLKB and all related entities from any liability for special, indirect, incidental,  consequential or exemplary damages, 
whether in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability or otherwise including, but not limited to, loss of property other than this PLKB 
product, loss of use of this product, or other property or other economic losses. PLKB shall not be liable for contribution or 
indemnification, whatever the cause.

All terms and conditions contained herein shall, in the event of your death or incapacity, apply and be binding upon your heirs, next of 
kin and any other representative including, but not limited to, administrators and executors. The foregoing provisions regarding liability 
and warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all other liability- and warranty statements, whether written, oral or implied.

Summary of Contents for ESCAPE V8 10

Page 1: ...PLKB PLKB PLKB FOR LEADING EDGE INFLATABLE KITES U S E R M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...ke better products improve performance and quality in all aspects of those products We have the right kites dor all kite disciplines for any terrain and for all conditions All this is realized by a passionate crew of kite sports enthusiasts and we invite you to join us It s that passion that makes us fly Before any attempt to use this product please ensure you pay full and careful attention tot he...

Page 3: ... lines in case of emergency is recommended Do not kiteboard in spots already in use by swimmers or surfers Beware of strong currents and sharks Stay safely away from other watercrafts and shipping lanes Never go further out to sea than you can safely swim back Always make sure there is a capable person on shore that is keeping watch and is ready to provide or call for help in case of an emergency ...

Page 4: ...ying your kite it is very important to understand the wind window also known as the power zone and where the kite will create the least power edge of the window and zenith MAXIMUM POWER MINIMUM POWER EDGE OF WIND WINDOW POWER ZONE 1 2 3 ...

Page 5: ... ducts 5 Canopy 6 Trailing edge 7 Left top line attachment point with low friction ring 8 Struts 9 Right top line attachment point with low friction ring 10 Bar pressure adjustment 11 Rear line adjustment 12 Left rear line attachment point 13 Right rear line attachment point 3 7 11 12 9 13 5 6 11 8 10 1 2 4 ...

Page 6: ...e into the wind the bottom of the kite facing upwards Attach the pump leash to the kite s pump leash attachment Attach the pump hose to the valve Make sure the clips on the air ducts leading to the struts are all open Start pumping until the leading edge feels firm If you prefer to use a pressure gauge pump until it reaches about 6 psi Detach the pump and close the inflate valve will prevent the w...

Page 7: ...ghten the larkshead as shown BRIDLE BRIDLE FLYING LINE FLYING LINE FLYING LINE FLYING LINE FLYING LINE FLYING LINE BRIDLE BRIDLE BRIDLE BRIDLE 1 Minimum bar pressure 2 Medium bar pressure 3 Maximum bar pressure Undo the bridle line from the webbing loops on the kite and re attach the line to the correct webbing loop Bar pressure 1 2 3 To make the rear lines longer attach the flying line attachment...

Page 8: ...ty release Activating the primary quick release Activating the secondary quick release Re connecting the secondary quick release Re connect the primary safety release by placing stainless steel ring on the end of the depower loop tube into the Centrix push away center piece and behind Always make sure all parts are free of sand and or snow before re connecting your safety system kite To activate y...

Page 9: ...launch Check for tears abrasions undone stitching and all other forms of damage Test all moving parts of your equipment such as pulleys before every launch Do not rig on rough terrain Stay far away from sharp items that could damage your kite such as seashells trees washed up wood or fences Secure your kite using soft items like sand or sand bags Do not use items with sharp edges like rocks Do not...

Page 10: ...act the PLKB distributor in or nearest to your country If a product is deemed to be defective by PLKB the warranty covers the repair or replacement of the defective product only PLKB will not be responsible for any including but not limited to damage due to excessive sun exposure use in combination with other than PLKB control gear damage caused by improper handling and storage damage caused by us...

Page 11: ...uct To reduce these risks we strongly recommend you to stick to the safety precautions listed in this PLKB user manual Disclaimer and Release of Liability Concerning the purchase of this PLKB product by you you hereby agree to the greatest extent allowed by law to waive any claims you have or may have in the future against PLKB and all related entities resulting from using this PLKB product and or...

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