AKONA Havana 10 ft 6 Inch Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- AKONA
Table of Contents
AKONA Havana 10 ft 6 Inch Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- 1 Inflatable Paddle Board
- 3 Fins
- 1 Paddle
- 1 Pump
- 1 Repair kit
- 1 Storage bag
WARNING
Any person using a paddle board built and/or sold by AKONA is personally
responsible for determining that their abilities are equal or superior to the
conditions encountered and can exercise proper judgment in choice of where and
when to use. Any person using an AKONA paddle board assumes all risks and
takes complete responsibility for any and all damages, or injuries including
death, which may result from use of, or participation in AKONA paddle board.
The user of this product should understand that participating in water
activities may involve serious injury or death. Observe the following safety
standards whenever using this product.
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
Before hitting the water with your AKONA Havana paddle board, read through
these instructions to insure you have a safe and epic experience.
IT IS THE OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
to read the owner’s manual and instruct all users in the safe operation of
these products. By using these products, you agree to the Terms and
Conditions, Disclaimer and Warnings in this manual. Please read this manual
prior to using these products and keep for future reference. As with any
action sport, recklessness, inexperience, misuse or neglect of the equipment
may result in serious injury or death.
LIMITED WARRANTY
We aim to provide our customers with high quality watersports equipment, but
sometimes the unexpected happens. All AKONA Water iSUPs are provided with two
year warranty. This excludes damage due to misuse, improper care, handling
impact damage and light abrasions.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY
To obtain repair or replacement, call AKONA customer service at 1.800.774.447
or email AKONA at: [email protected]
In the event of warranty claim, on initial contact, please attach the product
name, your full name, address, phone number, brief description of the problem
and proof of purchase date.
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
- Read and understand all of the information contained in this owner’s manual before assembling and using your product.
- Make sure that everyone who uses the product is provided with and understands these safety rules and information.
- Always wear a U.S./Canada Coast Guard approved Type III (PFD) vest when using the products.
- Never use the product under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Never use the product while tired or fatigued.
- Never use this product beyond your skills and abilities .
- Ask about local water conditions before using the product in unfamiliar water.
- Check local laws and regulations regarding safe and proper use of this product.
- Always use in ideal conditions and when there is no risk of injury due to bad weather or water conditions.
- Never use this product after sunset, before dawn, or any time in poor lighting.
- When not in use, secure the product against unauthorized or unsupervised use by removing the paddle board from the water.
- Always inspect your product for any worn, defective, or missing parts.
- Minors using the paddle board must be under adult supervision.
- DO NOT OVER-INFLATE. This could cause seam rupture.
- Ensure proper air pressure is maintained while the product is in use. Change in temperature can cause air pressure to increase/decrease.
- This product is not designed to be used as a life saving device.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACK THE CONTENTS
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Unroll the board a on a flat surface. Make sure there are no sharp objects under the product that might puncture the product.
INFLATE THE BOARD -
Fasten air hose to pump. Locate the air valve on tail section of the board deck. Open valve cover. Make sure the inner valve is disengaged in the “UP” position. Connect air hose to air valve.
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Begin pumping. Inflate board to 14-15 PSI.
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Disconnect air hose from valve. Inner valve will prevent air from escaping when disengaged in the “UP” position.
CAUTION!
DO NOT OVER INFLATE
Havana boards can hold up to 15 PSI; however, the recommended PSI is 15 PSI as
the board will remain rigid at 15 PSI and no further benefit is gained when
inflating over 15 PSI.
If inflated to 15 PSI and then placed in direct sunlight, pressure will
increase and the board will expand from the heat causing potential over
inflation and damage to the
seams. This is NOT covered by warranty.
PADDLE ASSEMBLY
For carrying convenience, the paddle can be separated into 3 smaller sections.
- Pull open C clamp mechanism by grabbing notched sides and pulling firmly towards you.
- Apply gentle pressure, pressing the C clamp shut. Tighten or loosen clamp screws if needed.
- Attach blade portion to paddle shaft.
FIN INSTALLATION
CENTER FIN INSTALLATION
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Identify center fin box with square opening. Remove screw and square nut from fin then
thread screw back through nut slightly, place nut in square opening and slide forward in fin box with screw still attached. -
Take large fin and place the brass “nub” in same square opening, slide to the back of fin box in same channel nut was placed in.
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Press large fin down, remove screw while leaving nut in channel then slide nut into position under front screw hole in fin. Thread screw through fin hole into nut and tighten
SIDE FIN INSTALLATION
- Insert side fin into notched section of fin box first then push fin towards rear of the board until fin is seated completely in the fin box.
- Lock fin into place by sliding clip through the slot on the fin box. Repeat steps for second side fin.
DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DEFLATING THE BOARD
- Open valve cover.
- Depress inner valve and twist to lock in the open or “down” position.
- Allow air to freely escape board Beginning at the nose, tightly roll up board to force remaining air through the air valve.
- Remove fins to avoid damage to the board or fins.
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT LEAVE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Damage resulting from heat is not covered by manufactures warranty.
Never leave paddle board exposed to direct sunlight when out of the water.
Always keep in the shade when not in the water. If you must expose your board
to direct sunlight during transport or temporary storage, it is safest to keep
the bottom facing up. Prolonged exposure to sun,even while paddle boarding,
may impact the integrity of the board materials.
BOARD MAINTENANCE
- Sun, sand and salt water will degrade any man-made material over time. Rinse off sand and saltwater deposits from your paddle board with fresh water and store in a cool, dry environment after each use.
- Wash with soap and water with each use. Allow carry handles to dry completely prior to storing for prolonged storage period.
TRANSPORTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
DAMAGES OR WARPING DUE TO IMPROPER TRANSPORT ARE NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
This inflatable board is designed to be compact for convenient storage &
travel. Due its light weight when inflated, they will travel poorly if
strapped to a vehicle
rooftop.
When transporting the board, be sure to clear any sharp objects.
Allow the board to completely dry before tightly rolling for packing. Excess moisture may cause mildew or mold damage.
When rolling the board, make sure the valve is open and to start at the nose. rolling a tight straight roll. Then close the valve and wrap the strap around the roll.
Avoid placing the rolled board on its side on rough services such as concrete or rocks. This can cause damage to the first layer of the rail.
Keep the board clear of any heat producing items such as camp stoves, propane lamps, etc.
PUNCTURES AND DAMAGE CAUSED BY HEAT ARE NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.
REPAIRS
- Completely deflate the paddle board.
- Thoroughly clean the surface around the leak and the matte side of the patch with rubbing alcohol. Both surfaces must be free of moisture, oil, and debris.
- Apply glue carefully and evenly to both paddle board surface and matte side of the patch. Apply thin layer of glue across the entire patch.
- Best practice is to seal the patch to the board by using a clamp, leaving the clamp in place for 12-24 hours.
- Allow glue to dry for 24 hours before using paddle board.
DISCLAIMER
The use of this assumes all risks of any personal injury or death and
willfully releases AKONA and/or Diversco Supply Inc. of any and all
liabilities. This product is not a life saving device. Do not leave a child
unattended while in use. Do not use this product in conditions which are
hazardous. Only use this product is you are a competent swimmer. Adult
supervision is strongly recommended.
Diversco Supply Inc., doing business as AKONA is in no event liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special consequential damages, to property or life, whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of our products.
PROP 65 DISCLAIMER
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
TERMS OF USE
This product offered to you, conditioned upon your acceptance without
modification of the terms, conditions and notices explicitly described or
implicitly obtained through normal use of the product. This product may not be
used for unlawful purposes, and its use is expressly prohibited under the
terms and conditions of its use. The use of this product in any way not in
accordance with the terms of use, description, law, or instructions, might be
unsafe and lead to injury.
AKONA® EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL LOSSES CAUSED BY USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Faults that occur through improper use or damage, abuse, acts of nature, events beyond the control of Diversco Supply Inc./AKONA, repair or alteration by a person other than a person authorized by Divesco Supply Inc./AKONA, or failure to follow instructions for use void any guarantee or warranty.
Additionally, normal wear and tear, including, but not limited to, minor discoloration and scratches are not covered by any guarantee or warranty.
The rights under these terms and conditions, shall only apply to the original purchaser and shall not extend to commercial or communal use.
This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product. Keep the product and any cord, or small components, out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
Diversco Supply Inc., reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and notices under which their products are offered.
The word amphibian is ancient Greek and refers to an organism which is able to live two kinds of lives in the two different environments. Frogs live below water and above, much like many of our customers. AKONA makes it easy to experience both land and water. Life’s an adventure – AKONA’s got the gear.
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Norcross, GA, 30071
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