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FOR LEADING EDGE INFLATABLE KITES

Summary of Contents for SWELL V5

Page 1: ...FOR LEADING EDGE INFLATABLE KITES...

Page 2: ...etter 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 passio...

Page 3: ...RACTION KITING SAFETY ISSUES WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT T H E W I N D W I N D OW 6 WIND CHART T E R M I N O LO GY 7 S TA RT I N G O F F 8 STEP 1 PUMPING UP YOUR KITE STEP 2 SETTING UP YOUR BAR AND LINES...

Page 4: ...shore winds Be careful when kiting in onshore winds We strongly recommend the use of helmet and life jacket impact vest A safety knife to cut flying lines in case of emergency is recommended Do not ki...

Page 5: ...ipment for any signs of wear and tear Replace parts immediately where needed Prior to every use of this product check if your safety releases are still working properly and you are aware how to use it...

Page 6: ...F W I N D W I N D OW P OW E R ZO N E 3h 2h 1h 11h 10h 9h 6h 12h BFT KNOTS KM H M S MPH DISCRIPTION 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 Calm 1 1 3 1 5 0 3 1 5 1 3 Light Air 2 4 6 6 11 1 6 3 3 4 7 Light Breeze 3 7 10 12 1...

Page 7: ...ENT 3 LEADING EDGE 4 SINGLE INFLATION AIR DUCTS 5 CANOPY 6 TRAILING EDGE 7 LEFT TOP LINE ATTACHEMENT POINT 8 STRUTS 9 RIGHT TOP LINE ATTACHEMENT POINT 10 BAR PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT 11 LEFT REAR LINE ATTA...

Page 8: ...e 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 Pump until your...

Page 9: ...ing the top lines to the kite Bar pressure The rear line can be attached to 3 different positions to set the bar To make the rear lines shorter move the attachment loop of the black bridle line to a k...

Page 10: ...e always check if your primary and secondary safety releases function properly The Compass control bar has a primary release on the depower loop After activitating the release the kite only supported...

Page 11: ...the release system in between the metal parts You should here a click Check if the loop is fixed inside the release system by pulling on it Re connect the secondary safety release by folding the stain...

Page 12: ...ng parts to reduce wear Before connecting your pump to the in ate valve pump it a few times to remove any sand from the hose Always make sure your kite is dry before packing and free of sand or sharp...

Page 13: ...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 costs losses or damages incurred as a result of loss...

Page 14: ...es 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 pu...

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