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The purchaser/user and the parent/guardian of users under the age of 18 are 
agreeing to be bound to the terms set forth below and require anyone using this 
product to be bound by such terms. Anyone who does not agree with these terms 
and is not willing to abide by them should return the product immediately before 
use.
The use of a Blade Kite and any of its components exposes the user to certain 
inherent risks, dangers and hazards, which can result in property loss or 
damage and significant personal injury including permanent paralysis or death. 
The purchaser/user freely assumes and accepts any and all such risks, both 
unknown and known, while using this equipment. The risks inherent in the 
sport can be greatly reduced by abiding the Safety Guidelines listed in the User’s 
Manual. It is also recommended that the purchaser/user seek professional 
instruction before attempting to use this equipment.

By purchasing and using this product, the purchaser/user hereby releases 
Blade, its principles, directors, officers, agents, distributors, representatives, 
employees, volunteers, and their insurance from any and all liability, claims, and 
demands of any nature for any and all injury or damage as a result of using this 
product, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

This agreement shall be effective and binding upon all heirs, next of kin, 
executors, administrators, assigns, and representatives in the event of the 
incapacity or death of the purchase/user.

In entering this agreement the purchaser/user shall not rely on any oral or 
written representations or statements other than what is set forth in this 
Agreement Act.

If you are reading this manual it most likely means you have already fallen in 
love with the sport of kiteboarding. In order to be able to continue kiting at your 
favorite local spot without harming you and those around you, take time to 
familiarize yourself with the safety related topics listed below.

• Be familiar with your gear and safety mechanisms.Make sure to test them 

   often, as this is the best way to prepare for emergency situations.

• Always check gear before going in the water. Never fly your kite with worn lines

   or a torn canopy.

• Make sure the kite is used with compatible gear 

(for further inquiries on which 

   equipment is compatible,  please email us at support@bladekites. com).

• Never permanently attach yourself to the kite, control bar or lines.

• Never hold the kite by the Flying or Bridle Lines.

• Never use this product without a kite safety leash. A loose kite is extremely 

   dangerous to everyone “around you”. 

• Always secure an inflated kite when not in use.

• Make sure all users of this gear have proper training and are in good physical 

   health when operating the equipment.

• Do not use this product if you are not a good swimmer.

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Страница 1: ... BLADEKITEBOARDING USER MANUAL 2013 ...

Страница 2: ...ility 04 Safety First 07 Bar Overview 08 Kite Overview 09 Wind Range 10 Control System and Lines 16 Mad2 Multi valve Airflow Distribution System 19 Attaching Control System to Kite 20 Kite Tuning 22 Kite Care 23 Repairs 31 Warranty Policy ...

Страница 3: ...18 a parent or guardian should review this manual and statements This product should not be used unless under the close supervision of an adult who has read and understood all aspects of this manual Once again no actual kiteboarding should take place without proper guidance from a licensed instructor Welcome to the Blade family and thank you for purchasing Blade kites We hope you will enjoy kitebo...

Страница 4: ...ted by law This agreement shall be effective and binding upon all heirs next of kin executors administrators assigns and representatives in the event of the incapacity or death of the purchase user In entering this agreement the purchaser user shall not rely on any oral or written representations or statements other than what is set forth in this Agreement Act If you are reading this manual it mos...

Страница 5: ...DO NOT SET UP YOUR KITE FOR A STRAIGHT DOWNWIND LAUNCH This will cause the kite to fly through the power window and will endanger your life and the lives of those around you In most situations the safest way to launch would be when the kite is between 90 110 from the wind direction downwind is 180 when the wind is blowing on your back When launching your kite it is advisable for your partner to ho...

Страница 6: ...ind Edge Trailing Edge front bridle Rear bridle bar overview Front Flying Line Swiwel Bar Throw Adjustmant Tab Bar Stick Safety Ring Chicken Loop Donkey DIck Slider Cover Velcro Hook Foam Clam Cleat Rear Flying Line Rear Leader Line ...

Страница 7: ...en all four lines are in even tension and the swivel dome is not more than 2 inches 5cm from control bar the kite is ready for inflation If the tension is not even in all four lines and the bar is tilted in even the slightest bit the lines need to be adjusted Do not adjust the Flying Lines Make the lines shorter by making knots in the Leading Lines only WIND RANGE The following chart is an approxi...

Страница 8: ... safety ring alone the kite will lose all power and drop remaining attached by one of the center flying lines Always check the mechanism before attempting to launch This device has a limited lifetime and it is recommended to change the mechanism after 400 hours of kiting Rinse the system in fresh water after every session To Activate Grab the yellow colored release slider Force it up towards the b...

Страница 9: ...d to add or decrease the bar throw This can be easily adjusted on the beach within seconds Loosen the bar throw adjustment tab Pull the depower line so that the cleat is positioned at the desired position To even out the lines coming out of the QR pull the shorter one of the two until they are even The Kite Leash The kite leash should be connected to secure the kite to the rider This leash secures...

Страница 10: ... will see that all Bridle Lines are secured to a strut valve by Velcro Release the Bridle Lines Secure the wingtips with sand it is suggested to use more sand than less as an unsecured kite can become very dangerous Before attempting to inflate check proper connection on all MAD2 units In addition make sure all MAD2 clips are open These clips are located under neoprene cover in between the LE and ...

Страница 11: ... into the bladders As you inflate make sure all struts are inflating as well If they are not make sure the MAD2 clip is open and the MAD2 hose is not twisted For best performance of kite do not over inflate or under inflate An under inflated kite can cause the wing tips to bend in resulting in loss of power A proper inflated kite is one that does not lose its shape when on its side in launch posit...

Страница 12: ...oint the kite stalls and falls back towards the power zone There are two knots on the rear bridle The ties should be adjusted for different wind conditions Knot A should be used for different light wind to average wind conditions Knot B is recommended for stronger wind conditions KITE TUNING Unwind the lines and the control bar so that the ends of the lines are downwind from the bar If you are fac...

Страница 13: ...kite and remove excess sand before rolling and packing away Storing a wet kite may cause discoloring and mold Pack kite with as few wrinkles as possible This will prolong the life of your kite Always store the equipment in a clean dry cool place in the supplied bag KITE CARE 21 KITE TURNING SPEED ADJUSTMENT There are two options for tuning how fast your kite turns For optimal performance all kites...

Страница 14: ...ore complicated than others and some can highly risk the safety of the rider if not done properly If you have any difficulty performing the following repairs and or replacements it is critical you seek assistance from someone who does Also all equipment leaving Blade s factories undergo high quality control It is important you perform similar periodic equipment checks after all repairs and replace...

Страница 15: ...tween the bungee and the cover lift the bungee up and off the hook The cover should now be easy to lift up Remove and discard old depower line from the system Take Insignia tape or masking tape and tape around one end of the new depower line This will help you weave the line through the system Make a simple knot on the other end of the depower line Thread the depower line through the clam cleat an...

Страница 16: ...afety ring Chicken Loop Replacement Most likely you will NOT find it necessary to replace the chicken loop for the life of the bar but if you enjoy unhooked riding Blade offers a larger chicken loop that might be more convenient to use Remove the bungee cord off the hook on the slider cover same way as replacing depower line Using a thin flat head screwdriver push out the pin holding the chicken l...

Страница 17: ...er same as depower line replacement REPAIRS Bungee Cord Replacement Using a small flat head screwdriver insert the screwdriver in between the bungee and the cover lift the bungee up and off the hook The cover should now be easy to lift up Remove and discard old bungee cord Insert the metal clamps on the new bungee cord into the slots Make sure it is firmly set With the aid of a thin line stretch t...

Страница 18: ...e of the original purchase only Blade will make the final warranty determination which may require inspections and or photos of the equipment which clearly show the defect s If necessary this information must be sent to Blade costumer service postage prepaid If a product is deemed to be defective by Blade the warranty covers the repair of replacement of the defective product only Blade will not be...

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