TAKOON USER GUIDE
P13
Ripped fabric:
Inner tubes:
If the kite has a major tear, consult your local dealer for details of your nearest official repair centre.
The same goes for any damage sustained to a strut.
Repair any minor tears using the following recommendations:
• rinse and thoroughly dry the kite, and lay it out on a clean and flat surface.
• cut out two identically sized strips of adhesive mylar/repair tape large enough to cover the tear with an extra
centimetre all around.
• stick one piece carefully over the tear, rubbing it down in order to eliminate any air bubbles.
• stick the other piece on the other side of the sail in the same way.
You should choose a clean and sheltered spot out of the wind for any repairs on inner tubes. You will need the
repair kit supplied with this kite and two flying lines.
• Disconnect single inflation device.
• Undo the velcro strap at the base of the damaged strut in order to access the inner tube.
• Open the valve and remove the velcro strap from around the valve.
• Tie one end of the flying line to the valve using a lark’s head knot, this will help you to re-insert the inner tube
following repairs.
• Push the valve into the strut to free it, then gently pull the inner tube out of the end of the strut ensuring the
flying line stays connected.
• Clean any sand and salt from the inner tube, inflate it and immerse it in water in order to locate the puncture.
• Use a marker pen to identify the puncture. Now dry and clean the inner tube using a soft cloth and deflate it
again.
• If the hole is on a seam just use glue and allow drying for about 20 minutes.
• If the hole is on a flat surface of the inner tube use a patch cut from the clear plastic supplied to repair the
puncture, and allow to dry for about 20 minutes.
• Check the repair by inflating the inner tube and leaving it for a few minutes.
• Using the flying line you attach to the valve, pull the inner tube gently back into the strut making sure it is not
twisted in any way.
• Pass the valve back through the hole in the strut, detach the flying line and fit the valve cap back on.
• Fit the velcro strap back onto the valve and close the end of the strut.
• Reconnect single inflation devices and use necklaces to hold the valves.
Nb: Inflate slowly and tap on the batten pocket to help the inner tube re-position itself correctly.
MAINTENANCE
REPAIRS
Avoid exposing your kite to direct sunlight for extended periods of time, as this may damage the colours and
integrity of the sail fabric.
Do not leave your kite fully inflated on the beach for extended periods when you are not using it.
Do not leave your struts fully inflated in a confined hot space such as a car.
Take extreme care to avoid letting any sand or water into the inner tubes.
Rinse your kite (especially the small pulleys located on tips), flying lines and control bar with fresh (tap) water
after each session, as sand and salt will drastically reduce the lifespan of your equipment.
Never leave your kite damp. Dry it off properly after rinsing.
Wind your flying lines onto the control bar to prevent damage, twists and tangles.
