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PLKB warrants this product, when it is purchased from an authorized 
PLKB dealer by a retail customer, to be free of major defects in material 
or workmanship to the original purchaser, for a period of six (6) months 
from the date of purchase by the original retail customer. This warranty 

is subject to the following limitations:

• The warranty is solely for the benefit of the original retail purchaser 

and may not be assigned. For retail customer warranty claims, proof of 
purchase from an authorized PLKB dealer is required. If the date of pur-
chase can not be established, PLKB will make a determination based 

on the last production year and/or the condition of the particular prod

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uct claimed.

• The warranty on this product is valid only when it is solely used for 
designated purposes and does not apply to any product used for rental 

and/or teaching purposes. 

• PLKB will make the final warranty determination, which may require 
inspection and/or photos of the equipment. Photos must clearly show 

the defect(s). If necessary, this information must be sent to the PLKB 
dealer where the product was originally purchased, postage prepaid. 
Alternatively you may contact 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 costs, losses, or damages incurred as a result 
of loss of use of this product. This warranty does not cover damage 
caused by misuse, abuse, neglect or normal wear and tear includ-
ing, 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, and damage caused by anything other 
than defects in material and workmanship.

WA R R A N T Y

• The warranty is voided if any unauthorized repair, change or modifica

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tion has been made to any part of the equipment. The warranty for any 

repaired or replaced equipment takes effect from the date of the original 

purchase only. The original purchase receipt must accompany all warranty 
claims. The name of the PLKB dealer and the date of purchase must be 
clear and legible.

•  There  are  no  warranties  which  extend  beyond  the  warranty  specified 

herein.

Warranty Claims

Warranty claims must be processed through an authorized PLKB dealer 
and be issued a return authorization prior to shipping the product con-
cerned. For claims processing please contact the PLKB dealer the prod-
uct was purchased from or call - or write to - the national PLKB distributor. 

If there is no PLKB distributor in your country, please find our contact de

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tails on our website www.PLKB.world.

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...

Page 15: ...PLKB PLKB PLKB PLKB MANUAL...

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