1- Introduction
TAKOON is a partner of IKO international school network. As defined by this user
manual, the distributors of our products are under no circumstances liable for
material or bodily damage sustained as a result of inapropriate use of this product.
You must read and understand the entire contents of this manual before any attemp to fly your kite. This manual
is made to help you operate your new kite, but nothing replaces proper instruction.
You must be fully aware of the risks that go with this sport, and know that you are exposing yourself to real
danger.
Inappropriate use of traction kite devices can cause severe accidents or even lead to the death
of the user or third parties.
It is heavily recommended to undergo an initial training in a recognised kitesurf
school.
2- Safety
2.1 – Essential rules
• Never forget that you are responsible for any material or bodily damage sustained while using this product.
Check that you are insured against damages resulting from the sport of kitesurfing.
• Use your common sense at all times.
• NEVER kitesurf ALONE. An assistant is a considerable safety asset,on land as well as at sea.
• NEVER attach yourself permanently to your kite by any means (e.g.tying the lines onto your harness).
It is imperative that you are able to disconnect yourself from the kite quickly if you are experiencing difficulties.
• Always use the kite leash when operating your kite. You must not dismantle or modify the quick releases built
into your control bar.
• Respect local regulations pertaining specifically to this sport.
• Kitesurfing is an exhausting sport, especially for beginners who will tire more quickly. Learn to recognise the
early signs of fatigue and come in to rest.
• It is essential to know how to swim.
• You must be fully comfortable with procedures for launching, landing, and returning to the beach in case of
difficulties.
• Never operate your kite while you are attached to a fixed object such as a car or a tree.
• This kite is designed specifically to be used as a traction device for kitesurfing, and must never be used for
paragliding or any other forms of unassisted flight.
• Never touch the bridles or flying lines while they are under tension.
• If your kite is not in use but is inflated, it must be secured in the neutral position using sand or heavy objects.
• Never lend this kite to anyone who is unfamiliar with the power developed by dedicated traction devices.
• For your safety and for others around you, never accept assistance from a person who might not be
competent in landing or launching procedures.
Danger zone
Avoid this area
wind
Min 100m
Min 70m
Min
30m
Flying Zone
(= zone between kite & pilot)
STAY OUT OF THIS AREA
2.2 – Operating space
On the ground
• You must check that your chosen operating space is free of any
obstacles, people or animals. To manoeuvre your kite, you need AT
LEAST 100 METERS DISTANCE on either side of your kite, as well
as DOWNWIND (the area in front of you when your kite is air-borne).
Be especially careful about obstacles downwind of you.
• Before launching, be sure to have identified a safe landing area
further downwind, in the event you are not able to return to your
departure point.
• Never use your kite near people, animals, posts, trees, buildings,
cars, power lines, airports, roads, etc…
On water
• Your operating space must be completely free of boats, buoys,
rocks, pontoons, piers, jetties, etc… Stay as far away as possible
from swimmers, and don’t sail in shipping lanes.
•Avoid vertical areas bounded by rocks or cliffs where the wind might
be extremely turbulent.
