O'Brien Kneeboard Owner's Manual

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THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT PRODUCT AND

SAFETY INFORMATION

Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the finest watersports prod­ucts on the market. O’Brien uses only quality materials to help insure a long­lasting, quality product.

Before using your new product, please take a minute to read the following

warning and safety information and tear off the completed warranty card
on the back of this manual, and mail it within 10 days of purchase. These

instructions will help you obtain the most enjoyment possible from you O’Brien
product.

WARNING

Use of this product and participation in the sport involves inherent risk of
injury or death. Kneeboard in control and do not kneeboard at speeds that
exceed your ability. To reduce your risk of injury or death:

• Kneeboard strap should NOT be used by small children or inexperienced riders.

• Riders who fall off can be caught in the strap, trapped under an overturned board
and drowned.

• Familiarize yourself with all applicable laws, the risks inherent in the sport, and the
proper use of equipment.

• Know the waterways where you will be riding. Do not ride in shallow water, near
shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, or other watercraft.

• Always have a person other than the boat driver as an observer and agree on hand
signals before starting.

• Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard type III (PFD) vest.

• Read your owner’s manual and inspect your equipment prior to use.

• Ride within your limits. Always ride in control and at speeds appropriate for your
ability.

• Always turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive unit.

• Avoid CO poisoning! Never drag within 20 feet behind a moving watercraft.

• Do not operate watercraft, ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Kneeboard in control and do not use at speeds that exceed the skills of the rider.
Too slow is better than too fast. Beginners should be towed at boat speeds that
allow for good control and stability.

• Attempting land or dock starts can increase the risk of injury or death.

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KNEEBOARD OWNERS MANUAL

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PART# 9059500

O’BRIEN CUSTOMER RETURN/WARRANTYPOLICY

1. All customer returns (warranty and non-warranty) require an approved return authorization issued by customer service or the shipment will be refused and sent back to the consumer at the

consumer’s expense.

2. O’Brien Warranty: All O’Brien Product is warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free of defects in material and workmanship except as provided in 2A and 2B below. These
warranties are not transferable and are effective from the original date of retail purchase as evidenced by retail proof of purchase, unless otherwise specified below.
O’Brien dealers and/or sales reps do not have authority to make any warranties in addition to or inconsistent with the then-current established/published O’Brien warranties.

All claims/returns for warranty must:

1. Be handled directly through the O’Brien customer service via RA issuance.

2. Be returned postage paid.

3. Be accompanied by proof of purchase. If proof of purchase is missing warranty period will be limited to product season (Aug. 1 to July 31) manufactured.

A. What is covered:

1. Skis, Kneeboards, Wakeboards, Inflatables and Accessories:
For a period of 12 months following date of original retail purchase as evidenced by proof of purchase, or product season manufactured ( Aug.1 to July 31) if retail proof of purchase is not
available, O’Brien will at its option repair or replace defective parts and components, including labor and cost of shipment back to the customer. Any O’Brien product purchased prior to the

current season (two to three seasons before current season) and has proof of purchase available may be replaced at the consumer’s discretion by purchasing a replacement product at 40% off
retail plus shipping costs. Any O’Brien product manufactured prior to past three seasons (3 years and older) will not be replaced or repaired by O’Brien warranty.

2. Trick and jump skis, wakeboards used for sliding on any object, fins and decals are excluded from this extended service.

B. What is not covered:

1. Cost of shipment to O’Brien.

2. Normal wear and tear, including scratches and fading.

3. Damages caused by alterations, modifications, or changes not approved in writing by O’Brien, due to unauthorized service and/or repair, or due to improper use, neglect, or failure to per-

form normal maintenance.

4. Damage caused by extended exposure to the sun, striking solid objects or beaches (including damaged screw mounts, fins or bindings) standing on fin areas while on hard surface, tow rope

striking product, over-inflation and tears or punctures of tubes or inflatable products, and failure to follow instructions provided with product.

5. Sales outside the United States. If O’Brien product is purchased by a foreign consumer from a domestic dealer then the domestic dealer is completely responsible for all warranty

processing including all shipping cost.

6. Products used in commercial, rental, or instructional programs.

7. Consequential damages, incidental damages, or expenses, including damages to property.

C. Implied Warranties.

Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall be limited to the duration and terms or the limited warranties expressed above.

3. Only customer service department is authorized to issue return authorizations RA’s. Please call toll free 1- 800-6OBRIEN for customer service department. Warranty Dept. cannot issue RA’s.

4. Customer return shipments must (1) have a pre-approved RA number on file in distribution center prior to receipt of shipment (2) have one carton containing a pack slip, and (3) must have the

RA number clearly identified on the outside of the carton containing the pack slip or the complete shipment will be refused at the receiving door and returned to the consumer at consumer
expense.

5. Warranty returns are claims for warranty, however there is no guarantee that warranty coverage will apply. Product must be received and examined by warranty department before any

warranty is granted. This disclaimer is found on warranty cards, the RAand/or is communicated to customer via phone/fax/email by customer service.

6. Warranty department determines if product is under warranty if not per the above parameters. Any deviations from this policy can only be made by an officer of the company.

7. If product is determined to not be under warranty, warranty department will call consumer to determine consumer’s desired disposition of the product.

(a) Return as is at consumer’s expense
(b) Do not return – scrap/destroy (No credit is issued to Consumer)
(c) Repair and return at consumer’s expense

NOTE: Repair charges will be billed at $40.00 per hour for labor (minimum labor charge of 1/2 hr or $20.00) and standard wholesale for parts.

8. If product is determined to be under warranty, appropriate disposition options are as follows:

(a) Repair and return to consumer. (Transportation cost back to the consumer at O’Brien’s expense.)
(b) Replace and either scrap or blem the product returned. (Replacement product at no charge to consumer.Transportation cost back to consumer at O’Brien’s expense.)

Tear off completed section below and mail to O’Brien. Keep top half.

WATERSPORTS SAFETY CODE

Watersports are fun and challenging but involve inherent risks or injury or death. To
increase your enjoyment and to reduce risks, use common sense and follow these
guidelines:

Before you start:

• Familiarize yourself with all applicable federal, state and local laws, the risks
inherent in the sport and the proper use of the equipment.

• Know the waterways.

• Always have a person other than the boat driver as an observer.

• The rider, observer and driver should agree on hand signals.

• Never start out until the rider signals he/she is ready.

• Use caution and common sense.

Your equipment and your towrope:

• Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard Type III (PFD) vest.

• Inspect all equipment prior to use. Check bindings, fins and flotation devise prior
to each use. Do not use if damaged.

• Tow ropes stretch during use. If a rope breaks or is suddenly released, it can snap
back striking boat occupants or the user which could result in injury or death.

• Inspect rope before use. Do not use tow rope if frayed, knotted or damaged. Use
proper tow rope for the activity.

• Ensure rope is free from all body parts prior to starting out or during use.

• Keep persons and ropes away from propeller when engine is running, even in neu­tral. should rope become entangled in propeller, SHUT OFF ENGINE AND
REMOVE IGNITION KEY BEFORE RETRIEVING ROPE.

When you ride:

• Attempting land or dock starts can increase the risk of injury or death. USE THIS
PRODUCT ONLY ON WATER.

• Do not ride in shallow water, near shore, pilings, docks, rafts, swimmers, other
boats or other obstacles. Such obstacles are examples of risks inherent in the sport.

• Falling and the injuries that may result are inherent risks in the sport.

• The driver and rider must watch for and be able to stop or turn to avoid obstacles.

• Always ride in control and at speeds appropriate for your ability. Rider within
your limits.

• Do not ride over ramps or jumps without prior instruction.

• Use a flag to signal others that a rider is in the water.

• Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not leave your kneeboard exposed to sun or bad weather for long periods of
time. Always store your board in a bag when not in use.

2. Rinse kneeboard after using to remove sand, dirt, and salt water. Do not clean
board with abrasive materials. Use only a soft cotton cloth.

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PO BOX 97020
REDMOND WA 98073-9720

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If you have any questions about O’Brien products or the instructions in this manual contact:

O’Brien International Customer Service

P O Box 97020

Redmond, WA 98073-9720

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Visit our web page at www.obrien.com

O’BRIEN CINCH STRAP ASSEMBLY

1. Feed the adjustment strap through footman and lay over lap.

2. Lay tightening strap over the top. Logo should be on top, facing rider.

KNEEBOARDS WITH AQUATIC HOOK DEVICE

1. Place hook device over insert bolt receptors near the
front/nose of the kneeboard. Slide bolts through bolt holes in
hook device into inserts holes and tighten down firmly. Do not

over-tighten!! Inserts may pull out or threads may strip!!

2.Use hook device to pull kneeboard by placing watersports
ski pole handle only (Do not use without ski rope handle)

behind hook device.

3. Use of hook device can be dangerous.

4. Do not place hands, fingers or any body part between

handle and hook device.

5. Use hook device with extreme caution.

6. Always be responsible and careful when using the hook
device and/or any watersports equipment.

7. Do not use hook for long periods of towing, use for start up
only.

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