CRAZYFLY NF S52-503 Kite and Bar User Manual

CRAZYFLY NF S52-503 Kite and Bar

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Kite and Bar
• Manufacturer: CrazyFly Kiteboarding
• Certificate: AFNOR Safety Certificate NF S52-503

Product Usage Instructions

For Your Safety and the Safety of Others:
Before using the kite and bar, it is important to follow these safety guidelines:

1. Helmet, Life Vest, and Harness
   It is highly recommended to wear a helmet, life vest, and harness when learning to kite and use this product. The harness should be comfortable and made of strong materials.

2. Check for Weather and Wind Conditions
   Before riding, always check the local weather forecast for wind direction and speed. Avoid riding in stormy weather or strong gusts, as the kite may attract lightning.

3. Respect Other Kiters
   Always be aware of other kiters around you. Assist others in launching or landing their kites when needed. Avoid unwinding your kite line on top of others’ lines and never land your kite on top of someone else’s lines, as it may cause danger.

4. Respect People Standing By
   Inform spectators about the power of the kite and the potential risk when standing downwind from a kite surfer.

5. Learn to Use Your Safety System
   Before flying the kite, thoroughly check if the safety system is in good condition and functioning properly. Familiarize yourself with the push-away safety system and learn how to use it. Never fly the kite without the safety system, as it allows you to quickly reduce the power of the kite. Use a releasable safety leash that connects you to the kite for emergencies.

Product Diagram

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Is it necessary to wear a helmet when using the kite and bar?
  A: Yes, it is highly recommended to wear a helmet for your safety.

• Q: Can I use the kite in stormy weather?
  A: No, it is advised to avoid riding in stormy weather or strong gusts.

• Q: How do I use the safety system?
  A: Attach your kite with the safety leash to your harness. In case of an emergency, simply push away the red plastic part of the quick release with the CF logo.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY

By assembling or using this CrazyFly kiteboarding product (further named only as product), you agree that you have read and understood the CrazyFly kiteboarding manual (further named only as manual) before using this product. You also agree that you will ensure any other user of this product reads and understands this manual before allowing this person to use this product.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK
Using this product involves certain inherent risks, dangers and hazards, and can cause severe injuries, damage, or death to both the user and nonuser third party. The user of this product assumes and accepts any risks related to the usage of this product. The risk of using this product can be greatly reduced by acquiring training lessons in an accredited kiteboarding school, following the guideline principles of this manual and using common sense.

Safety Instruction

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS:

• We strongly advise every user of this equipment to take professional lessons in an accredited kitesurfing school.
• Always be extremely careful when using this equipment.
• The safest way to use this equipment is on water.
• You are responsible for yourself and others when using this product.
• Always use the safety system in case of an emergency.
• Always use the right kite size for your ability and wind conditions. Do not overestimate your abilities. Be aware that strong gusts can be life-threatening.
• Never kite in stormy weather and strong gusts. The kite may attract lightning.
• Never kite when there are obstacles downwind of you.
• Never kite in off or on-shore wind conditions.
• Never kite under the effects of drugs and alcohol.
• Never kite alone.
• Never kite without a safety system.
• Never tie yourself to the kite permanently. You should always be able to let go of the kite rapidly in case of emergency.
• Do not try to grab a kite by its lines. Under tension, they can be as lethal as a razor blade.
• Do not use this kite as a flying device or a floating device.

MEANINGFUL TIPS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS:

1. Helmet, life vest and harness. It is highly recommended to wear a helmet, life vest and harness when learning to kite and using this product. The harness should be comfortable and of strong manufacture.
2. Choose your practice spot carefully. The best spot for learning to use this product is an accredited kiteboarding school. When choosing a spot after taking a kiteboarding lesson in an accredited kiteboarding school, look for:
   • The least crowded place (but do not kite alone).
   • Spot which is free of obstacles, such as houses, trees, electric lines, cars etc. Always consider enough room for error.
   • Shallow water with side shore winds.
   • It is always good to have a safety boat nearby.
3. Check for weather and wind conditions. Check with the local weather forecast. Look for the wind direction and speed, which might change during the day. You should not ride in stormy weather or strong gusts. The kite may attract lightning.
4. Respect other kiters. Always look around you and pay attention to other kiters. Do not hesitate to help others launch or land their kites. Never unwind your kite line on top of others’. Neverland your kite on top of someone’s lines, it may cause danger.
5. Respect people standing by. Always inform spectators about the power of the kite and the potential risk for them when staying downwind from a kite surfer.
6. Learn to use your safety system. Always check carefully before flying this kite, if the safety system is not worn out and works properly. Learn how to use the push-away safety system. Never fly this kite without the safety system, which allows you to kill rapidly the power of the kite. Use a safety leash that connects you to the kite. This leash should also be releasable in cases of emergency.

Conformity tests according to NF S52-503 standards are carried out by Air Turquoise SA, Route du Pré-au-Comte 8, 1844 Villeneuve, Switzerland.

Overview

BAR

1. Depower line

2. Elastic bar ends

3. PU covered the central line

4. Push away safety system

5. Releasable chicken loop
   SAFETY SYSTEM

6. Red plastic part

7. White bottom part

8. Safety line

9. Metal end loop

10. Safety leash

SAFETY SYSTEM

THESE STEPS CLEARLY EXPLAIN YOU HOW THE PUSH-AWAY SAFETY SYSTEM WORKS. IT IS SIMPLE AND SAFE. FOLLOW THESE STEPS EVERY TIME BEFORE RIDING, BECAUSE THE SAFETY SYSTEM CAN GET WORN OUT AND MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY. SO, CHECK CAREFULLY IF THE SAFETY SYSTEM IS WORKING BEFORE EVERY RIDING SESSION.

1. Always attach your kite with your safety leash to your harness.
2. In case of an emergency, simply push away the red plastic part of the quick release with the CF logo.
3. This activates the main safety and releases the metal end loop of the chicken loop.
4. Now the chicken loop is open. This rapidly kills all the power of the kite. You are now connected to the kite only via the safety leash, which should also be releasable in case of extreme emergency.
5. To re-assemble the safety system, push the red plastic part up with your left hand. Then push and click in the metal end of the chicken loop with your right hand under the stainless steel lever mechanism of the quick release.
6. After clicking in the metal end of the chicken loop under the stainless steel lever mechanism, let go of the red plastic part in your left hand to close the system. Now the quick-release safety system is ready to be used again.

MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS NO SAND OR DIRT INSIDE THE SAFETY SYSTEM. RINSE THE SAFETY SYSTEM WITH CLEAN WATER AFTER EVERY RIDE IF POSSIBLE.
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WARRANTY

The most important thing of all in the warranty section is that you have to register your kite online on:

WWW.CRAZYFLYKITES.COM/REGISTER

• By registering, you increase the speed of handling the warranty issue and ensure your warranty rights.
• CrazyFly warrants this product to be free of major material or production defects to the original purchase for 1 year from the date of purchase.

CRAZYFLY LIMITED WARRANTY:
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for recreation and excludes products used in teaching or rental operations.

CrazyFly will make the final warranty decisions, after careful inspection of photos of the damaged equipment which have to display the serial number of the kite as well. This product can be returned if authorization by CrazyFly is given to you. If CrazyFly gives the authorization to return the product, the customer is responsible for prepaying all the shipping costs and insure the package. Shipping charges are not refundable. CrazyFly is responsible for return shipping and insurance costs to the customer. All coverage under this warranty is void if any modification or change has been made to this product. Repaired or replaced products are covered only for the remainder of the original warranty. All warranty claims must be accompanied by the original purchase receipt, which has to clearly state the name of the retailer, the item name and the date of purchase.

COVERED BY CRAZYFLY LIMITED WARRANTY:

• Any manufacturer’s defect as determined by CrazyFly.

NOT COVERED BY CRAZYFLY LIMITED WARRANTY:

• Any problems resulting from misuse, abuse, or impact on any surface including water.
• Any problems resulting from excessive sun exposure or winds on the beach, such as discoloured graphics.
• Damage due to improper storage and handling of the kite.
• Damage due to excess inflation.
• Damage caused by any modifications, or defacing the serial number.
• Damage from rigging with any other components other than CrazyFly.
• Damage caused by pilot error.
• Normal wear and tear.
• Tears in the canopy.
• Kite lines.
• Bladders.
• Damage caused by anything other than defects in the material or workmanship.

MEANINGFUL TIPS FOR SHIPPING THE KITE IF REQUIRED:

• Send the kite only. Do not send the bar and lines.
• Do not send the kite in its original protection bag. Use a firm box instead for shipping.
• Use masking tape to point out the kite’s problem.

FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST CRAZYFLY RETAILER.

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