Liquid Force NV, SOLO, HIFI-X, WOW Series Manual

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2017KiteManual

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KiteSetupComponents

with Mission Control Bar

SLE 4 LINE KITE SETUP HYBRID-C 5 LINE KITE SETUP

SLE 4 LINE KITE SETUP

Kite

Static bridles system

Front bridles attachment points

Back bridles attachment points

Wingtips

Back line attachment points

Front line attachment points

Back line leader attachment points

3m flying line extensions

Back leader attachment points

Front line leader attachment loops

Pulley

Depower Cleat

HYBRID-C 5 LINE KITE SETUP

Kite

5th line bridles system

Front bridles attachment points

Back bridles attachment points

5th line pigtail

Back line attachment points

Front line attachment points

Back line leader attachment points

3m flying line extensions

Back leader attachment points

Front line leader attachment loops

Pulley

Depower Cleat

Power adjustment mainline

Depower Handle

Control bar

Side Control bar leaders and bar floats

Rear leader lines

Line winders with bungees

Chicken loop molded body

Manual Swivel

Push away quick release

Removable security PIN

Chicken loop

Flag Line Ring

Leash system with quick release &

Power adjustment mainline

Depower Handle

Control bar

Side Control bar leaders and bar floats

Rear leader lines

Line winders with bungees

Chicken loop molded body

Manual Swivel

Push away quick release

Removable security PIN

Chicken loop

Flag Line Ring

Leash system with quick release &

5th line attachment points aa.

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KiteRelaunchTips

RELAUNCHING A LIQUID FORCE SLE BRIDLE KITE ON WATER, GROUND AND SNOW

SUPPORTED LEADING EDGE SETUP

STEP 1. STEP 2.

To relaunch our SLE Kites with the leading edge down, start by allowing the kite to align and rest straight downwind. Initiate relaunch by pulling in on one outside leader line, about 1 arm length. Hold this leader line steady without releasing it.

Continue holding leader line in tight as the SLE bridle rotates the kite onto on wingtip and towards the edge of the wind window. Continue to hold the same outside line as kite moves towards the edge of the wind and into relaunch position.

STEP 3. STEP 4.

RELAUNCHING A LIQUID FORCE 5TH LINE KITE ON WATER, GROUND AND SNOW

HYBRID 5TH LINE SETUP

STEP 1. STEP 2.

In Light wind or on sheltered water, our 5th line kites uses the 5th line to initiate relaunch. With kite leading edge down, straight downwind of rider, intitiate relaunch by pulling in on 5th line. Pull in 5th line until kite comes to rest on it’s back.

STEP 3.

STEP 4.

With kite on it’s back, straight downwind, initiate relaunch by pulling in on one outside leader line. Pull in 1 arm length of leader line and hold while kite begins to rotate and move into relaunch position at the edge of the wind window.

STEP 5.

With the kite rotated to flying position and at the edge of the wind window, steer the kite upwards while pushing the bar away from you and sheeting out (depowering) the kite. This will put the tension onto the SLE bridle, allowing the kite to fly forward

Fly the kite up and out of the water along the edge of the window into the neutral position. Check your gear, leash and depower system, and continue kiteboarding!

Continue holding an arm length of leader line as kite rotates up onto wingtip and moves towards the edge of the window. Keep holding constant tension and allow kite to move completely to the edge of the wind window.

With kite now at the edge of the wind window and in flying position, push the bar away to sheet out the kite and allow the front and 5th lines to have tension, allowing the kite to fly forward and into the air.

Fly the kite up and out of the water along the edge of the window into the neutral position. Check your gear, leash and depower system, and continue kiteboarding!

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MaxFlowInflationSystemKiteWindRange

Wind range is highly subjective and based largely on rider weight and skill. The numbers on the kites represent the effective POWER progression of the kites CLOSELY related to actual area. Kites come in different sizes for different windspeeds and rider weights, so if you want to ride every windy day, you will have to buy a few kites to cover all the wind situations so you can ride in any condition. Many kitesurfers have 2-3 kites to cover most situations.

NV WIND RANGE

35kts++

25kts++

Recommended Inflation Pressure 8-10 PSI

10.5m

12m

15m

13-27kts

9-22kts

19-33kts

16-29kts

21-35kts

7-18kts

SOLO WIND RANGE

4.5M

6.5m

15.5m

12m

17.5

7-13kts

6-12kts

9-18kts

14-24kts

32kts++

20-32kts

Recommended Inflation Pressure 8-10 PSI

HIFI-X WIND RANGE

32kts++

28kts++

Recommended Inflation Pressure 8-10 PSI

11m

12m

13m

15m

12-24kts

10-22kts

14-26kts

18-33kts

8-15kts

WOW WIND RANGE

14m

21-35kts

19-33kts

16-29kts

14-28kts

10-22kts

8-19kts

30kts++

25kts++

Recommended Inflation Pressure 10-12 PSI

INFLATION PROCESS

To inflate your kite using the LF Max Flow Inflation System, gently twist open the top cap of the valve.

If the red flap is locked in the open position, it is strongly suggested to close it before inserting the pump nozzle. Do this by inserting one finger into the valve and pulling up on the yellow rectangular tab to release the red flap from the locked open position.

Push inside, using gentle pressure, the Liquid Force dedicated wide nozzle included with the Liquid Force pump. When the nozzle is secured inside, start pumping until you the recommended pressure indicated for your particular model of LF kite. ** Please note, DO NOT push the valve from the bottom, this could cause possible damage to your kite bladder.

Once you have reached the recommended pressure range for you particular LF kite model, slowly remove the pump nozzle, the inside red flap will seal the Max Flow valve, preventing the air from coming out. If for any reason there you hear any airflow noise, quickly push down the red flap, it will then properly re-seal the Max Flow valve.

DEFLATION PROCESS

To deflate your kite using the LF Max Flow Inflation System, gently twist open the top cap of the valve. At this point the air is still locked inside the LE.

Press the red flap down into the valve using your finger to break the air seal. This will initiate the release of the air.

Continue pressing the red flap until approximately 25-50% of the air is out of the kite. At this point press the red flap into a vertical position until you feel it “lock”. This will secure it OPEN inside the cage of the valve, and allow for easy air flow out of the valve to ensure the kite completely deflates. If the red flap unlocks and returns to the CLOSED position, thus blocking air evacuation, push the flap back down further to lock it in the OPEN position.

REMOVING THE BLADDER WITH MAXFLOW FROM THE KITE

If the event of a slow leak or puncture in your leading edge (LE) bladder, you will have to remove the Max Flow valve from the LE of the kite. First remove the cap from the valve.

Next unscrew the threaded on security ring of the Max Flow valve. Removal of the threaded security ring will allow you to free your valve from the kite LE. Then simply push the valve into the LE for bladder removal.

Make sure to securely tighten your Max Flow valve cap so that you engage the internal foam seal to provide a secondary air seal. This will help prevent any air leaking out of the Max Flow valve if the red flap becomes dislodged in any way. (e.g. from a hard crash, or tumble in a breaking wave)

Once your kite is rolled and ready to back into the bag, we suggest you loosely close the valve CAP to prevent any sand or undesirable objects to enter your bladder.

Once you fix your bladder and place it back into the LE, simply reverse this process of the removal for replacement. Simple and easy!

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ComfortZoneSetup

BAR PRESSURE & SPEED TUNING GUIDE FOR SLE BRIDLE KITES.

Liquid Force Kites can be customized in both turning speed and bar pressure. We offer 3 options of rear line attachment points to achieve this on our SLE kites.

See bellow for details:

Front attachment point ---> Maximum Bar Pressure & Moderate Turning Speed

Rear attachment point ---> Light Bar Pressure & Max Turning Speed

Middle attachment point ---> Medium Bar Pressure & Standard Turning Speed

BAR PRESSURE & SPEED TUNING GUIDE FOR HYBRID C 5 LINE KITES

Liquid Force Kites can be customized in both turning speed and bar pressure. We offer 3 options of rear line attachment points to achieve this on our Hybrid C 5 Line kites.

EASY POWER ADJUSTMENT FOR OPTIMAL COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE.

While your Liquid Force kite comes completely tuned and ready to fly right out of the bag, we recognize that every rider likes a slightly different feel. Our Comfort Zone power-band system is designed for easy adjustment of the kite’s power delivery. Featuring three different attachment points on the rear pigtails, each setting offers a unique profile so that the power will engage and disengage right where you like it.

TOP KNOT

MIDDLE KNOT

BOTTOM KNOT

See bellow for details:

Front attachment point ---> Maximum Bar Pressure & Moderate Turning Speed

Middle attachment point ---> Medium Bar Pressure & Standard Turning Speed

Rear attachment point ---> Light Bar Pressure & Max Turning Speed

• Power engages and disengages close

to the body.

• Best setting for high-end range of

the kite’s wind spectrum.

• Great for riders with a short reach.

• Power engages and disengages

in the middle of the bar throw.

• Suggested setting for most

conditions.

• Kite is tuned at this setting from

the factory.

• Power engages and disengages

towards the top of the throw.

• Best setting for lower-end range of

the kite’s wind spectrum.

• Great for riders with a long reach.

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