manta5 Hydrofoiler SL3 Electric Hydrofoil Bike User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- manta5
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manta5 Hydrofoiler SL3 Electric Hydrofoil Bike
HYDROFOILER™ SL3
QUICK START GUIDE
Europe/United Kingdom: +44 208 089 7892 United States: +1 786 605 0067
New Zealand: 0800 114 235
Email : support@manta5.com
SL3 MAIN PARTS
- A. Hydropack Battery
- B. Chassis
- C. Cowling
- D. Foil Shoe
- E. Front Foil
- F. Tiller
- G. Propeller and Shroud
- H. Rear Foil
- I. Steering Tube
- J. Mini Tilller
BLUETOOTH RIDE CONTROLLER
- A. Power Button
- B. Rocker Buttons (+/-)
- C. Throttle lever
- D. Activate motor Button
- E. Battery State of charge
- F. Throttle power gauge
- G. Assistance Level (0-10)
- H. Motor Activate symbol
- I. Bluetooth Connection
- J. Temperature Warning
- K. Error/ Fault Warning
IMPORTANT:
If the battery is malfunctioning or housing is damaged immediately
discontinue use. Move the battery to an open area away from people and
property if safe to do so. In all cases contact Manta5 immediately.
When storing batteries in confined quarters e.g. A boat, we recommend use of a
Zarges (or equivalent) case.
**Charge your battery
**
PLEASE REVIEW WARNINGS ON BACK PAGE. Connect your battery to the charger and then to the power outlet. A red light should turn on, which means your battery is charging. The light will turn green when it’s completely charged.
WARNING! – RISK OF FIRE:
- Lithium-ion battery packs can be dangerous if charged incorrectly. Only use the battery charger supplied by Manta5 for charging the Hydrofoiler SL-3 lithium-ion battery.
- Do not use the battery charger with any other batteries. Never connect the charger to an unregulated generator.
- Never let a battery be charged unattended. The battery and charger can get hot while charging. Do not charge near any sources of heat, humidity or flammable materials and never cover the charger or battery with clothes or other objects.
- The battery will not charge if it is 0°C (32°F) or less and greater than 45°C (113°F).
CAUTION – RISK OF INJURY:
Do not allow children to handle the battery or charger.
Battery state of charge indications
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Plug the battery into the charging cable – Ensure the battery is safely connected to the charger by checking that the red dot on the connector is not visible.
Once confirmed it is connected correctly, plug the charger into the wall. -
Whilst charging the LED will illuminate red, once charging is complete the LED will be illuminated green.
SL3 Warnings
The battery will communicate safety information through clear warnings
displayed on the ride controller.
Attach Drivetrain onto Rear Foil
Using the 6mm hex key * Tip – Ensure to assemble this on a flat
surface. If assembling on a rocky or uneven surface the drivetrain may tip
over causing damage to the strut cowling (black protective surface)
Attach chassis to drivetrain
Attach the front tiller to the chassis
Connect battery to chassis
** Once at the water, power the bike on**
Launching
The SL3 floats vertically allowing it to be easily mounted. Make sure you are using the FC2 rear foil to optimize your learning experience.
WARNINGS
USE OF THIS PRODUCT AND PARTICIPATION IN THE SPORT INVOLVES INHERENT RISKS
OF INJURY OR DEATH. TO REDUCE RISKS:
- Ride in water conditions that do not exceed the skills of the rider.
- Riders should remain within reasonable swimming distance to shore at all times.
- Attempting to ride in rough water, or in waves can increase the risk of injury or death.
- Do not use in shallow water or near swimmers or other watercraft.
- Always wear a suitable personal floatation device that is approved by your relevant local regulating body .
- Riders are highly recommended to wear suitable aquatic footwear and swimwear to protect from potential injury.
- Understand and abide by your local maritime regulations.
- When losing control of the bike, push off pedals to fall away from the bike.
- Children shall be a minimum of 16 years of age to operate the bike.
- Never ride after consuming drugs or alcohol.
- Never ride without a suitable communication device or supervision from the land.
- Read the User Manual before use.