INFLATION
A)
Lay the wing flat on the ground with the strut facing up. Making sure the leading edge is facing the wind. Also
consider the surface, hard ground can damage the wing. Ideally grass or beach sand.
B)
Attach Pump leash to the Hand Leash connection, and make sure it is well secured.
C)
Open the Valve Cape, first the Protector and then the Stop Plug. Turn ant clock wise to Open.
D)
Push the Valve Stem to the release out the upper open position, in order to activate the non return valve.
E)
Insert Pump Fitting , turn to the right to secure. Start pumping , when approximately 1/2 inflated stop for at
least 30 seconds allowing the pressure to equalize between strut and leading edge. Inflate the wing to 8 PSI ,
DO NOT OVER INFLATE
the wing
F)
Once the wing is inflated and the 8 Psi have been reached. Remove the pump and insert the Valve Cape and
close the Neoprene cape. Now you wing is ready. Please note never leave you wing unattended and unsecured.
DEFLATION
G)
In order to deflate the wing, remove the valve cap. Push the red valve button inwards. This will release the
pressure. Keep the button at the bottom , in the open position.
H & I )
Once the pressure and the air is evacuated, role up the wing from side to side. Preferably on a lawn to
ensure sand or other foreign objects do not end up in or on the wing.
J )
Fold the wing in half and insert it into the bag, being carefull not to bend the battons.
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NOTE
- Do NOT store wing wet
- Remove foreign bodies e.g. sand / stones from wing before storing.
- Always secure wing once inflated utilizing the Hand leash before and after water time.
