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Caution Safety Warning Boat kite powered sports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this product should understand that participating in kite powered sports may involve serious injury or death and agrees to observe the following safety precautions: • Get instruction specific to the type of kite power craft. • Obtain first aid training and carry first aid and safety/rescue devices. • Consult your physician prior to beginning kite powered sports training. • Always wear a nationally approved personal floatation device when using a kite on water. • Always wear a marine helmet. • Dress appropriately for weather conditions; cold water and/or cold weather can result in hypothermia. • Check your equipment prior to each use for signs of wear or failure. • Never kite alone. • Do not kite in overpowered, gusty wind conditions. • Do not kite in offshore wind conditions. • Before launching from an unfamiliar site be aware of any dangers (rocks, reefs, currents, changeable weather, etc). • Scout unfamiliar sites before launching. • Never launch from an area with any obstacles closer than 2 line lengths downwind (people, rocks, etc). • Do not kite near power lines! • Do not ask a non-kiter to assist in the launching or landing of a kite. • Always use the kite with a functioning safety system. • Always prevent kites from inadvertently launching on land by weighting with sand, gravel, etc. • Always announce when you are going to launch your kite so people can be prepared to move in the event of a gust or a problem. • Disable an unattended kite by: removing the lines; placing the kite leading edge down, facing the wind; and weighting with sand, gravel, etc. • Do not exceed your kiting ability. Be honest with yourself. • You must not use alcohol or mind altering drugs prior to using this product. 5 >
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