©BLADEKITEBOARDING
USER MANUAL 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
03..................................... Release of Liability
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
WARNING
Read this manual in its entirety and do not use this product until you fully
understand the safety cautions, warnings and instructions which are for your safety
and the safety of those around you when kiting. Kiteboarding can be a very enjoyable
sport, but should be approached in an educated and responsible manner. This
manual does not replace proper kiteboarding instruction and we strongly encourage
you to seek professional guidance from professional instructors and experienced
kiteboarders before attempting to operate this product.
IMPORTANT:
For those under the age of 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 kiteboarding with our top quality 2014 kites. In the following manual you
will find safety guidelines, precautions, and information on assembling and caring
for your new kite. If any information you may seek is missing from this manual,
please feel free to write us an email with any of your questions or comments at
Enjoy and hope to see you out on the water soon!
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY
SAFETY FIRST
GENERAL SAFETY
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.
• 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 y 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 [email protected]).
• 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 inated 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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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.
WEATHER RELATED SAFETY:
LOCATION RELATED SAFETY
• Learn to use this kite in light weather conditions.
• Avoid offshore winds.
• Use extreme caution when kiting during onshore winds.
• Get information on wind, tidal, and sea current conditions at your
kiting location.
• Be careful of wave conditions.
• Do not use this product in severe weather such as thunderstorms or lightning.
• Never use this product with winds stronger than your ability level.
• Be aware of changing and unpredictable winds.
• Do not use this kite near power lines, telephone poles, airports and streets.
• Keep your kite and ying lines away from people and obstacles.
• Always y in open and clear area.
• Make sure all spectators and obstacles are upwind of you, particularly
when launching or landing your kite.
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LAUNCHING RESPONSIBLY
FLYING LINES RELATED SAFETY
• Your launch area should be clear of all obstacles.
• 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 hold the bottom
half of the kite. This will ensure the kite does not drag along the ground
at the initial time of launching.
•
Make sure you launch in a slow and controlled manner.
•
Launch the kite at an angle, NOT STRAIGHT DOWNWIND!
• Flying lines and bridles can cause serious injury when under tension. Always keep
your lines away from people. NEVER attempt to grab a kite by the lines or bridle.
•
Never allow anyone to get in between you and the kite while ying the kite.
•
Check your flying lines for knots before attempting to connect to the canopy.
•
Do not make any additional knots in the flying lines, all necessary line
adjustments should be made to the Leading Lines.
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KITE OVERVIEW
Strut
Leadind Edge
Trailing Edge
Front Bridle
Rear Bridle
BAR OVERVIEW
Front Flying Line
Swiwel
Bar Throw
Adjustmant Tab
Dynamic
Stopper Ball
Bar Stick
Safety Ring
Chicken Loop
Donkey Dick
Slider Cover
Velcro Hook
Foam
Clam Cleat
Rear Flying Line
Rear Leader Line
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CONTROL SYSTEM AND LINES
Before your first assembly, it is important that you take time to learn some of the
features in your new Blade Kite and prepare the kite for future launchings.
CHECKING LINE LENGTHS
All bars come assembled with lines and pass thorough quality control; however, it
is important to make sure all lines are at equal lengths before your first launch and
every few launches thereafter.
• Lay out your control bar and lines, make sure that the lines are not
tangled or crossed.
• Take a small rod and attach all four lines to the rod (see gure
on opposite page).
• With the depower strap fully released, grab the control bar.
• Having a partner holding the rod taut, stand directly in line with the rod
and pull on the control bar with even force on both sides, straightening
the lines. Make sure that the bar is parallel with your shoulders.
• If the bar stays parallel with your shoulders when all four lines are in even
tension and the swivel dome is not more t
han 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 approximate kite size vs. wind strength reference for a
kiter weighing 75 kg on a 132cm x 41cm Sanchez board. Actual use may vary with
body weight, ability level, board size, and water conditions.
Use these numbers only as a recommendation.
TRIGGER
Size Wind (knots) Beginner Intermediate/Expert
5 20-35+ 18-35+
7 18-35 17-35+
8 17-33 16-35
9 16-30 15-33
10 15-28 13-30
12 12-24 11-26
14 11-18 10-21
MIST
Size Wind (knots) Beginner Intermediate/Expert
7 N/A 19-33
9 N/A 16-30
11 N/A 14-26
13 N/A 12-23
FAT LADY
Size Wind (knots) Beginner Intermediate/Expert
17 9-18 8-20
Note: This does not guarantee a perfectly tuned kite for all kiters and
conditions. Finer adjustments can be made depending on each kiter’s
preferences (see Tuning).
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TO RECONNECT:
• Pull the safety line towards you until you can grab the bar.
• While holding QR slider in the open position, place the bullet pin in the chicken
loop slot of the QR.
• Let the QR slider move down to its locked position.
THE SLIDER QUICK RELEASE SYSTEM
The Slider QR System is important for releasing power in an uncontrolled kite
and emergency situations. The newly designed system is made from composite
plastic for longer lasting, corrosion free, and simple functionality. When activated
while the leash is connected to the 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 bar.
• Once the QR is activated, let go of the system.
DONKEY DICK
The control system is designed with a finger that prevents you from accidentally
detaching from the kite.
Before attempting to connect the loop and finger to your harness, make sure you
have properly set your lines and attached them to the kite without any tangles
or twists.
CHICKEN LOOP
DYNAMIC STOPPER BALL
All Blade Chicken Loops come from the factory in one standard size. For those
riders who enjoy frequent unhooked riding, Blade offers a bigger chicken loop
that can be easily installed (see Repairs).
Do take into account this will cause the bar to be situated further from the rider
and is not compatible with the donkey dick.
A new edition to the 2nd generation Uni Bar is the Dynamic Stopper Ball. This
can be easily positioned to your preference with one hand. The new stopper balls
is also compatible with first generation Uni Control Bar.
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ADJUSTABLE BAR THROW
The position of the depower cleat can be adjusted
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 the kite to the rider when the chicken loop is unhooked as well as when the
Slider QR System is activated.
To attach, simply connect kite leash clip to safety ring. Once the Chicken Loop is
disconnected from the rider for any reason, the kite leash will pull on one of the
front flying lines, causing the kite to lose power and fall to the water.
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MAD2 MULTIVALVE AIRFLOW DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
MAD SYSTEM - INFLATING THE KITE
WARNING:
Do not over inflate; this may cause damage to the
internal bladder. Do not under inflate; this will cause poor kite performance.
The MAD2 system is Blade’s second generation inflation system. This system
allows inflation of all the bladders through the Leading Edge (LE) valve. The
MAD2 units connect each strut to the LE bladder. The new molded valves
come out in a 90 degree angle out of the bladder. This helps keep the kite’s
aerodynamic flows to the maximum. The new valves are smaller and more
durable to crashes.
• Unroll the kite and turn the kite with its Leading Edge (LE) facing the wind and
struts facing upwards. Make sure you lay the kite on an even surface clear of any
sharp or hard objects.
•
The first time you unroll your kite you 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 strut. To get familiarized with the MAD2
clips, you can remove the neoprene cover, but it is not required to close and open
the MAD2 clips.
KITE INFLATION USING THE MAD2 SYSTEM:
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ADJUSTABLE BAR ENDS
The Uni Control Bar has two bar length settings: 44cm and 52cm. The bar comes
standard from the factory on the 52cm setting. You can easily change the length
in a matter of seconds:
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Expose the knots on the leader lines by pulling the float up 20cm.
•
Untie the Lark’s Head knot from the leader line and pull the line off.
•
Attach the leader line to the inner knot using the same Lark’s Head knot.
•
Slide the float on top of the knot.
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SECURING AN INFLATED KITE
Once the kite has been properly inflated, turn the kite around as shown in the illustration.
Make sure the Leading Edge is still pointing upwind and secure the kite by a weight. This
weight should be sufficient to insure the kite does not fly away and becomes hazardous to
the surroundings. Never leave an inated kite unattended.
KITE DEFLATION
Make sure all MAD2 clips are open, then open the main deflate valve located on the LE.
The entire kite will deflate.
•
Face the kite with your back to the wind, so you are closest to the Leading Edge.
•
With both feet securing the pump, attach the pump tip securely to the inflate
valve on the LE strut valve and begin pumping air 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 position. If you are equipped with a pressure gauge, Blade recommends
pumping the kite anywhere between 8psi to 9psi.
•
Once all bladders are inflated and firm, remove the pump tip from the valve,
close the cap on the air valve and secure the Velcro cover on top.
•
Close all MAD2 clips by firmly pressing until clip clicks.
•
At no point should the valve be pushed inside the bladder, if the valve is pushed
into the bladder, release the air (see Kite Deflation), pull the valve to the correct
position, and re-inflate.
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In the directions on the previous page, we suggest general tuning for the kite
and control system, but since kite performance depends on the kiter’s skill and
preference, several combinations can be made to suit the individual’s personal
style. Adjusting line length helps tune the kite in terms of turning ability and
depowering qualities. Before we begin with the various adjustments, you should
feel the power of the kite. The images below illustrate how the power of the kite
changes with bar movement. The closer the bar is to your body, the more power
the kite has; the farther away the bar is, the less power the kite has.
REAR LEADER LINES ADJUSTMENTS
There are several knots on the rear leader lines. More power and quicker turning
is achieved by shortening the rear lines. The greater the tension on the lines, the
greater the response is in the kite. If you experience difficulty steering when the
bar is closer to you, shorten the lines for better steering. Be careful: there is a
fine point where too much tension causes “over sheeting” of the wingtips. At this
point 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 facing the control system with your back to the wind and
the bar at your feet, the red side of the bar should be on your left and the black
side of the bar should be on your right.
•
Make sure that there are no knots in the lines and the lines are not tangled
or crossed.
•
Layout the DePower Strap and the Quick-Release Mechanism.
•
Make sure all Bridle Lines on the kite are untangled and that their pulleys
are turning freely.
•
Make a Lark’s Head knot on the end of the 2 rear lines. Place the rear lines
outside of the kite and attach to the rear Bridles of the kite. Slip the Lark’s Head
over the knotted end in the Bridles and pull to tighten.
•
Attach the front lines of the kite in the same manner to the front Bridles. Only
this time, make a Lark’s Head knot on the bridle lines.
•
Double check that all lines are not twisted or tangled.
ATTACHING THE CONTROL SYSTEM TO THE KITE
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Blade offers a one year warranty on all its products. The following are
recommendations to help preserve the kite for many more years after the warranty
expires.
Avoid bringing the kite in contact with any sharp objects that could tear the canopy or
puncture the bladders.
Never rig equipment on abrasive surfaces or around sharp objects. The damage done
in this case is not covered under the warranty. Sand and grass are the best surfaces
for rigging and de-rigging your equipment.
Make frequent inspections of the control system, canopy, lines, release system,
pulleys, and DePower Strap in order to identify any damage before attempting to
launch.
Do not leave an inflated kite exposed to wind and/or sunrays for long periods of time.
Between sessions, choose a shaded area where you can safely lay and secure your
kite.
Never drag the kite on the beach, always carry it with its struts facing upwards and
make sure the kite stays clear off the ground. Careless handling of the kite on the
ground may cause damage to the canopy that might only be noticed once flying the
kite.
Salt water does not damage the canopy. However, it is recommended to wash your
control system, lines and Kite Bridles with fresh water and dry thoroughly before
storing.
Keep dirt, sand and water from entering the bladders or air pump.
Deate bladders for longer storage. Never store an inated kite after it has been
exposed to high temperatures; this may damage the internal bladders.
Always dry 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
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KITE TURNING SPEED ADJUSTMENT
There are two options for tuning how fast your kite turns. For optimal
performance, all kites are designed to be ridden as “Fast Turning” but
sometimes when learning is involved slower handling may be desired.These
settings can be easily adjusted when the kite is on the beach. To change the
setting, simply undo the Larks Head knot on the rear bridle line from the white
webbing strap and attach it using the same knot to the white webbing strap
adjacent to it. Be sure to have the same setting on both sides of the kite.
Note: All kites come out of the factory with the fast turning as the default
setting.
KITE TUNING FOR STANDARD RIDING AND WAVE PERFORMANCE (TRIGGER
6TH GENERATION)
All Trigger kites have an additional Wave Performance setting. On this setting the
kite has unique specifications geared towards wave riding. This setting can be
easily adjusted when the kite is on the beach. Simply undo the Lark’s Head knot
on the front bridle line and attach it to desired style of riding. Be sure both sides
of the kite are tuned to the same riding style. For optimal performance, the kite
is designed to use the “standard” setting and this is the default setting it comes
out of the factory. Please note that on the wave riding setting the kite will feel
much different and many riders will not feel this setting is compatible with their
riding style.
KITE TUNING
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BLADDER REPAIR
If you experience air loss in your struts or Leading Edge, check the bladders for
punctures. Avoid repairing bladders on the beach or in dirty, windy, dusty conditions:
•
Lay the kite with its struts facing up. Make sure all struts and Leading Edge
are deflated.
•
In order to remove the damaged bladder, acquire a strong line roughly double
the length of the bladder.
•
Remove the MAD2 tube from the valve by cutting off the cable tie (be sure not to
damage the valve and the tube). Disassemble the tube from the valve.
•
Attach the line to the air valve and push the valve entirely into the strut. Open the
Velcro closure at the opposite side of the strut,
and begin pulling the bladder out.
Once the bladder is out, the line
should extend from each end. Untie the bladder from
the reinstall line, making sure that the line is secure.
•
For Leading Edge repair, you will need 2 lines. Tie each line to the ends of the
bladder. You will also need to disassemble all MAD2 connections to the LE. Open the
zipper near the middle of the Leading Edge. Release valves’ plug from Velcro strap,
and push in the “deflate” and “inflate valves”. Pull each side of the bladder out from
the zipper opening. Once the bladder is out you hould have a line extending to each
side. Untie the bladder ends from the reinstall line.
•
Inflate the punctured bladder, and insert the cap supplied with the repair Kit on the
valve head.
•
Submerge the inflated bladder in a tub of water. Air bubbles indicate the location
of the hole. Be sure to check the bladder thoroughly, as there might be several
punctures.
WARNING:
Blade does its best to provide user friendly equipment that can be easily
maintained by the rider. Some of the repairs and part replacements are more
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
replacements.
REPAIRS
REPAIRS
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Once you discovered the holes, mark them with a permanent marker or pen, and let
the bladder dry. Deflate the bladder.
•
Lightly roughen the area of the puncture with sand paper from the repair kit.
•
Peel off the backing from the patch, and place on the puncture.
•
Once again inflate the bladder and let it sit to make sure air does not escape.
•
Lightly coat the entire bladder in talcum powder.
•
To begin the insertion process for struts, lay the bladder flat at the end of the strut
and tie back the insertion line to the valve.
For the Leading Edge you will need to lay
the bladder in the middle
and tie the insertion lines to the end of the bladder.
Insert one
side at a time.
•
Get a partner to help and pull the opposite side of the line while you make sure
that the bladder slides back in straight. A twisted bladder will be damaged if
completely inflated. For
strut insertion, insert the top part inside the strut until
the valve
attachment, this allows for easier insertion. (See Picture)
•
Once the bladder is back in place, pull the valve through its
hole and insert
the tube on the valve. The valve has a slot that
should fit properly in the hole.
Make sure the tube is inserted all the way over the valve.
•
Partially inflate the bladder and check that it is inserted
correctly with no folds in the bladder. If there is a misalignment
or crimp in the bladder, reinsert again. Again, a fold/twist may
cause damage to the bladder once completely inflated.
•
Deflate bladder and store kite properly until next inflation.
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REPAIRS REPAIRS
KITE FABRIC REPAIR
All major tears should be taken to a professional repair shop. Consult your
dealer for good recommendation. Small tears can be repaired with the repair
tape supplied in the kite repair kit.
•
Lay the torn kite on a smooth surface.
•
Clean the area with fresh water, and let dry.
•
Cut 2 pieces of repair tape; make sure they are the same size and big enough
to cover the tear. It is also recommended to round the tips of the tape. This will
help prevent the tape from peeling off while kiting.
•
Place one piece of tape on the tear and smooth it out.
•
Place the other piece of tape on the other side of the kite and smooth it out.
DEPOWER LINE REPLACEMENT
Due to the constant abrasion of the control bar against the depower line, you
might find it necessary to replace the depower line. We recommend replacing it
once it appears to be half the original thickness.
•
Using a small flat head screwdriver, insert the screwdriver at the gap 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 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 and through one hole of the
Slider QR system.
•
Thread the depower line back through the second hole of the Slider QR system,
but leave a little bit of slack to adjust the bar throw later on.
•
Thread the depower line through the clam cleat, in between depower line knot
and the middle of the cleat.
•
Don’t forget to also thread the depower line through the bar throw adjuster tab.
•
Thread the depower line through the pulley and back down through
the clam cleat.
•
Thread the depower line through the Velcro hook and make a simple knot
at the end of it.
•
Cut the insignia tape off.
•
Adjust the clam cleat to your desired position and pull the depower line tight.
•
Using a thin line, stretch the bungee cord up and over
the little hook on the Slider QR cover. Remove the thin line.
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REPAIRS REPAIRS
SAFETY LINE REPLACEMENT
For the same reasons as the Depower Line, the Safety Line might also need
replacement. This is usually the case once excessive discoloring has occurred.
•
Detach safety ring and stopper ball from safety line. Be sure to not misplace.
•
Remove safety line from rest of bar system and discard.
•
Take new safety line and attach it to the flying line.
•
Thread the safety line through the middle of the swivel and through the middle
of the QR system.
•
Thread safety line through stopper ball and using Lark’s Head knot attach the
safety ring.
CHICKEN LOOP REPLACEMENT
Most likely you will NOT nd 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 loop.
•
Using pliers pull the pin out completely.
•
Take the new chicken loop and insert it until the hole of the pin lines up with the
stainless steel cylinder on the chicken loop.
•
Insert the pin through the hole. make sure the pin is completely through and
even on both sides.
•
Place the bungee cord back onto the hook on Slider cover (same as depower
line replacement).
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REPAIRS
DONKEY DICK REMOVAL
•
Remove the Slider cover by taking the bungee cord off the hook.
•
Loosen the depower line a bit so the donkey dick is free to move.
•
Holding the end of the donkey dick, push it up and out of the system. A little bit of
force might be necessary.
•
Slide the bungee cord back onto the hook on the Slider cover (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 the bungee cord through the Slider QR cover
and slide the bungee line onto the plastic hook.
•
Make sure the system functions properly.
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WARRANTY POLICY
Blade warrants its products to be free of major defects in material or
workmanship to the original purchase, for a period of 1 year from the date of
purchase.
This warranty is subject to the following limitations:
The warranty is valid only when product is used for kiteboarding on water, and
does not cover products used in rental or teaching operations.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect or
normal wear and tear including, but not limited to, punctures, rigging with other
than Blade components, damage due to
excessive sun exposure, or damage due to over inflation of the bladders, damage
caused by improper handling and storage, damage caused by use in waves or
shore break, and damage caused by high speed crash or damage caused by
anything other than defects in the material and workmanship.
This warranty is void if any unauthorized repair, change, or modification has been
made to any part of the equipment.
The warranty for any repaired or replacement equipment is good from the date 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 responsible for any
costs, losses, or damages incurred as a result of loss of use
of the Blade products.This is the only warranty we make to you and is in lieu
of all other warranties, express or implied. We expressly disclaim any and all
liability for bodily injury or death and for incidental and consequential damages to
the maximum extent permitted by law. This warranty extends only to the original
purchaser of the Blade product covered by the warranty; it does not extend to
subsequent purchasers or third parties.
WARRANTY POLICY
There are no warranties, which extend beyond the warranty specified herein.
Warranty claims must be processed and issued a return authorization prior to
shipping to Blade. Please call or write for claims processing to Blade Costumer.
Service Department at: 972-50-5703-123 or
email: [email protected]
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