2007 User Guide
11Pages

Bar Set-up and Attachment of Security System. Kite/Bar Tuning. Using Quick Draw Sheet Release. Inflating/Deflating MAX / SPYDER Kites. Attaching Lines to the Kite. Kite Care. Repairing Kite Bladders. Warranty Policy and Claims.

WARNING: KITE FLYING IS • Always use extreme caution when using this product. • Only use this product if you are in good physical health. • Never act in a careless manner when using this product. • You are responsible for your own safety, and the safety of others when using this General Safety Kiteboarding is a dangerous sport. Always check the local wind conditions and forecasts prior to launching any kite. Be sure to keep a safe distance from all downwind objects and stay clear of all obstructions such as trees, power lines and seawalls. A high degree of physical conditioning is necessary...

Remove packaging and bungee keepers and lay out lines in a clear area. Make sure there are no tangles, and lay all lines along the ground, finishing in order of BLUE, Preline RED for frontlines, preline Green for 5th line ( Max kite only ), RED. It is extremely important that the blue line LEFT, as you look at the lines. Safety System for MAX kite: The Gaastra Leash Safety System is designed to depower the kite quickly and safely after proper installation. This system is designed to allow the control bar to travel up the front line of your kite when immediate depowering of the kite is...

Kite Tuning You are now ready to tune your Gaastra Bar and line set. Gaastra kite speeds, responsiveness and control are directly related to the amount of tension on the front and back lines. Gaastra Kites are designed to steer effectively with a light amount of tension on the back lines. Avoid over tensioning the back lines, as this will cause the kite to loose power and stall. To increase power in the kite, pull the RED tab on the outside of power strap loop. This effectively lengthens the front flying To decrease power in the kite, pull the BLACK side of power strap loop. This...

Inflating the MAX and SPYDER Kite other surface free thorns. (While kites stresses of flying, rocks, sticks and other hard objects can easily damage them). 2. Angle the kite so that one end is upwind, the other downwind and place a weight such as sand, or a gear bag - on the upwind 3. Inflate struts first. (a) Grasp the base of the valve with one hand and insert the pump tip well into the valve with the other hand. (b) Pump air into the bladder until it is firm, (c) Due to check valves in all strut bladders: it is not necessary to pinch the base of the valve with your fingers to prevent air...

Inflation Pressure Please note: if the Front Tube is not inflated correctly ( 8-9 psi ), the tips of the kites could get deformed and could cause the For all riders who prefer to have stiffer tips for increased turning speed for the Max kite should make use the upgrade batten for the tips available as an accessory from your local dealer. The batten slides into the batten pocket provided on the tips. All Gaastra Kites perform well with 8-9 psi of air pressure in the tubes. It is important not to over-inflate the kite. A good rule of thumb is to inflate the struts and leading edge similar to...

( Not applicable for Spyder kite ) The MAX kite comes standard with the 5th line attached to the bar. This line will be useful when relaunch from the water or in over powered situations. Water start: if the kite has fallen in the water and is lying on the front tube, you firmly pull on the 5th line and the kite will start to turn over. Keep the tension on the 5th line and pull on one of the steering lines to get the kite lifted out of the water. Once the kite is up in the air again you can release the 5th line and steer the kite with the bar as usual. The MAX is also equipped with an cleat...

16. Inflate the bladder until it is full with air but pressurized with less than 1 psi. Check to make sure that the bladder was inserted correctly and that there are no folds in the bladder material. If you detect a crimp in the bladder or the air valve appears misaligned, stop and re-insert the bladder. Failure to correct the problem at this point can cause severe damage to the bladder when it is fully inflated. 17. Inflate bladder to 5 psi and check pressure after 1 hour to be sure the leak is • Leading edge bladder repair: 1. Lay the kite out flat with the struts facing up. Flying lines...

The warranty for any repaired or replaced equipment is good from the date of original purchase only. The original purchase receipt must accompany all warranty claims. The name of the retailer and date of purchase must be clear and legible. There are no warranties, which extend beyond the warranty specified Warranty Claims Warranty claims must be processed and be issued a return authorization prior to shipping to Gaastra International Group Please call or write for claims processing to your national distributor. Release of Liability, Claim Waiver, By assembling and/or using this Gaastra...

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