USER MANUAL 2006
Machine USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Overview / Parts List...2 Inflation...3 Profire Performance Bar...4 Lock-n-Load Reboot...5 Chicken Loop Length Customization...6 Machine setup...7 Launching...8 Relaunch...9-10 Simple ATL...11-12 Safety...13-14 Wave Grenade...15-17 Performance...18-21 Tuning & Maintenance...22-23 Warranty / Disclaimer...24-26 CONTACT If you require further assistance, please email us or visit our website: http://www.sskiteboarding.com CONTACT Customer service: Domestic: usa.service@sskiteboarding.com International: intl.service@sskiteboarding.com P 01
OVERVIEW The Machine is Slingshot s ultimate light wind kite. With the addition of the Profire Performance bar and Slingshot s latest innovations, the Machine allows you to control the performance, kite shape, and broad range of power on-the-fly. The Machine features three new innovations performing as one, for the most fun light wind riding possible. Oneline/Splitflex/Power Curve With the use of Oneline, riders have all the benefits of the most advanced safety system in addition to the latest performance features that allow the rider to sheet and trim the Machine from the bar. Having the ability to adjust the shape and angle of attack of the kite on-the-fly results in added power for early planing, loftier jumps, and unmatched upwind performance with higher cruising speeds. Slingshot, Cheif Designer, Tony Logosz s, Splitflex automatically controls the trailing edge flaps for optimal balance, speed, and flight by merging Splitstrut technology with light weight flexible battens. Power Curve allows the shape of the leading edge to be altered using Oneline TRIM control without sacrificing the structure and aerodynamics of the kite. The LE is radically tucked under the canopy, therfore reducing the aerodynamic profile of the LE. This makes for a very efficient kite with no need for complicated Y bridles or cross member lines. PARTS 1. Machine kite with bag 2. Jenna J Double Pump 3. Profire Performance Bar Complete 4. Patch kit P 02
Machine INFLATION STEPS 1. Close the OUT valve and secure with Velcro straps. 2. Make sure valve clip for each strut is open. 3. Clip the pump leash to the leash loop on the leading edge (LE) of the kite. 4. Insert pump nozzle into IN valve and secure with a slight twist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5. Inflate kite to 5-6 psi. Do not over inflate. In hotter climates pump to 4-5 psi. 6. Pull pump nozzle and secure valve with Velcro straps. There is no pinching required. 7. Clip all valve clips to lock air for each strut. This will allow your struts to remain inflated even if your LE loses air. P 03
PROFIRE PERFORMANCE BAR PARTS LIST (A) Quick Release Surefire Bungee Leash (B) Lock-n-Load Chicken Loop (C) Safety release knob (D) Adjustable stopper ball (E) Depower cleat (F) Depower handle (G) Bar floats (H) No Slip Grip leader line (I) Profire Performance bar (J) Wave Grenade pin (K) TRIM cleat-oneline (L) TRIM handle (M) Oneline (N) Removable Donkey Dick (O) Wire gate beaner (P) Line winders (Q) Oh-Shit handles (R) Double Barrel cleat holder P 04
Machine LOCK -N- LOAD REBOOT STEPS 1.Feed the safety pin through the opening next to the safety release knob. 2. Fold safety pin over and pull back the safety release knob at the same time. 3. Feed the safety pin into the opening at the end of the safety release knob and release knob. 4. Pull on the chicken loop to assure a proper reboot. 1 2 3 4 P 05
CHICKEN LOOP LENGTH CUSTOMIZATION STEPS 1.Locate 3 Philips head screws on side of chicken loop. 2. Remove screws with screw driver. 3. Remove poly tubing and rope from molded housing. 4. Cut desired length off tubing. 5. Re insert tubing into housing and screw back into place. 1 2 3 4 P 06
Machine KITE SETUP ATTACHING THE ONELINE BAR AND LINES TO KITE STEPS 1. Pump up your kite and lay out the bar and lines upwind of the kite with leading edge facing you. 2. Lay out the Oneline kite pigtail behind the kite (laying away from your bar). 3. Walk out and separate your lines twice to assure there are no crossed lines. First, separate your outside steering lines from the Oneline and the flying lines. Lay your steering lines to the outside. Then walk out and separate your flying lines from the Oneline. Lay out your Oneline in the center and lay out your flying lines in between the Oneline and the steering lines. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 STEPS 4. Lay your kite on top of the lines with the leading edge facing the bar, 1 meter from the end of the lines. Place sand on leading edge of kite to secure it. 5. Attach outside steering lines to the trailing edge pigtails using a larks head knot. 6. Attach flying lines to leading edge pigtails using a lark s head knot. 7. Attach your Oneline to the last knot at the end of the Oneline kite pigtail from behind your kite, using a lark s head knot. 8. Just before launching your kite, have a friend hold your kite in the launch position at the side of the wind window and do a visual check to make sure the Oneline is not twisted around your flying or steering lines. P 07
LAUNCHING STEPS 1. Find a wide open area with unobstructed steady wind. Make sure there are no rocks, trees, fences, cars, power lines or people downwind of you or in your wind window. 2. Have your launching partner walk your kite to the edge of the wind window and have them turn the kite on its side and hold the leading edge facing towards the wind. 1 2 3. Once you have tension in your lines, do a safety check to make sure you are attached to your Quick Release Surefire Bungee, and that your Oneline is flowing freely through the center of your bar by pulling the Oneline trim and releasing it. If the Oneline flows freely, you are ready to launch. 4. Signal to your launching partner that you re ready to launch and as they let go of your kite, pull the top half of your bar towards you to SLOWLY raise your kite into the sky. Get in the water quickly and enjoy your session! P 08 3 4
Machine RELAUNCH STEPS 1. When your kite crashes leading edge down, let the kite drift directly downwind of you and make sure all lines have equal tension. 2. Pull your Oneline in using a hand over hand technique to bring the leading edge towards you until your kite is lying on its back. You can secure this position by cleating your Oneline in the Oneline TRIM cleat. Never wrap the Oneline around your hand and pay special attention to keeping all body parts clear of excess line. 1 2 3. Uncleat and release tension of the Oneline and begin working your kite to the side of the wind window by pulling in one side of your bar. The amount of Oneline you have already pulled in to get the kite to flip over will slowly get pulled back through the middle of the bar as the kite gets closer to the edge of the wind window. P 09 3
RELAUNCH STEPS 4. Continue working your kite to the edge of the wind window by applying pressure to the appropriate steering lines. Do a final check to make sure all lines are clear of body parts and that there are no lines caught or tangled on your bar. If at any time you don t feel comfortable, simply cleat off your Oneline with at least two feet pulled in to prevent your kite from launching. Disengage your Oneline when you are ready to relaunch. 4 5 5. As your kite lifts out of the water, raise it slowly to the neutral position and readjust your Oneline to your desired position. P 10
Machine SIMPLE ATL OVERVIEW The Simple ATL is designed to convert your Oneline to a snow relaunch in just seconds. With a simple switch of where you connect the Oneline to your kite, you will be ready to relaunch and go snowkiting with the gear you already know and ride. INSTALLATION 1. Detach the Oneline from the Oneline kite pigtail 2. Detach the Oneline kite pigtail from the kite 3. Attach the Oneline kite pigtail to the webbing at the end of the center strut on the trailing edge using a loop to loop connection 4. Attach the Oneline to the Simple ATL kite pigtail 1 2 3 4 P 11
SIMPLE ATL CON T RELAUNCH How it works: When your kite lands leading edge face down 1. Grab your Oneline leader line about two feet above the bar 2. Pull and hold until the kite begins to lift up 3. Hold this position until the kite flips over. You may need to turn the bar slightly to get the kite to turn over. 4. As the kite begins to flip, release tension of the Oneline and go back to two handed steering. 5. Brace yourself and raise the kite over head slowly and get ready to ride 1 2 P 12 3 4
Machine SAFETY GETTING STARTED Always begin your session by making sure your Oneline glides freely through the center of the bar by pulling in the Oneline TRIM and releasing it. The best time to do this is when someone is holding your kite in the position where you are ready to launch and all five lines are taught. Pull in the Oneline TRIM and release it. If it flows freely you are ready to launch. INSTANT DEPOWER Oneline technology features the safest depower system in the market with instant depower. There are two ways to activate instant depower. Use your bungee leash to connect yourself to the bar and either unhook from the chicken loop and let go of the bar or pull the red safety handle connected to the Lock -n- Load. The Oneline is connected to the leading edge which allows your kite to flip into a position that depowers your kite 100%. Let your kite fall to the ground/water/snow, and then prepare to relaunch or reboot your Lock -n- Load if the safety system was pulled. ONELINE RELAUNCH SAFETY After releasing the Lock -n- Load: If you pull the Lock -n- Load safety system, the Oneline will immediately kill all power to the kite. To retrieve the bar, use a hand over hand technique to pull yourself to the bar. Make sure the Oneline is cleated in the Oneline trim cleat with three or more feet of Oneline cleated off to prevent unwanted relaunch. If you pulled the Lock -n- Load quick release and the Oneline is cleated off, now is the best time to reboot the Lock -n- Load system. You are now ready to relaunch. P 13
SAFETY MACHINE RELAUNCH SAFETY After letting go of your bar: In the event you let go of your bar, the Oneline will immediately kill all power to the kite. To retrieve the bar, use a hand over hand technique to pull yourself to the bar. Grab the chicken loop and make sure the Oneline is cleated in the Oneline trim cleat with three or more feet of Oneline cleated off to prevent unwanted relaunch. Now you can hook back into the chicken loop and prepare to relaunch. (See Oneline Relaunch instructions on page15) OVERPOWERED If you become overpowered and start to get pulled off your board edge, you can grab the Oneline handle and pull until almost all of the power is spilled from the kite. Now, reset your edge, cut upwind, lean back and slowly let the Oneline out until you have regained control. Warning- When using this technique, know the difference between getting pulled off your edge and flying too big of a kite in high winds. If you are consistently overpowered, use a smaller kite or end your session. P 14
Machine WAVE GRENADE OVERVIEW The Slingshot Wave Grenade Oneline eject system. Currently, traditional 5 line kites have a reputation for getting destroyed when they are dropped and rolled in the surf. As the kite tumbles, the 5th line wraps around the canopy and leading edge tying it in a knot. As the 5th line tensions, the canopy and eventually the kite will be torn in half. We have recognized this problem and developed a solution for 06 that will allow you to ride your Oneline system in the waves with confidence. P 15
WAVE GRENADE CON T STEPS 1. Slip the loop of the fifth line leader line off the pin and pull until it is completely disconnected. 2. Release the fifth line leader line to allow it to slide through the center of the bar and release the tension on the kite. 3. Manipulate your bar back and forth until the kite unfolds, then relaunch your kite. Make sure to re attach your safety leash to Oh Shit loop. 4. Ride back to shore, land your kite, straighten your lines, and reinsert the Wave Grenade Pin onto the fifth line leader line. 1 2 3 4 P 16
Machine WAVE GRENADE REBOOT STEPS 1. In one hand, hold the Wave Grenade with webbing handle so that the stainless steel ring with horizontal pin is facing up. 2. Guide the end of Oneline grab line up through the ring. The grab line should be fed up through the ring between the horizontal pin and the webbing handle. 3. Now slide the loop in the grab line over the horizontal pin as shown in the picture. 4. Pull the grab line snug and you are ready to ride. 1 2 P P 1711 3 4
PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW The performance benefits of Oneline will enhance every session on the water. However, adjusting to this system can take time and experimentation. Here are a few helpful steps to get you started. First, fly your kite with no Oneline TRIM pulled in to get used to your new kite. In this mode your kite will fly like a regular four line kite. Second, pull in the Oneline 3 inches at a time so you can slowly adjust to the changing performance. As you feel more comfortable with the effects of the Oneline, pull in another 3 inches, then another 3 inches, and so on. In lighter winds, little to no Oneline is needed but as the wind increases, more Oneline TRIM can be pulled for performance benefits. VARIABLES ONELINE MODES AND FUNCTIONS Oneline terms Depower Decreasing the overall power of the kite by locking off the chicken loop rope Sheeting (Throw) Adjusting the overall power of the kite by pushing the bar in or out. TRIM Adjusting the kite s angle of attack by either pulling in and cleating the Oneline (Trimmed in) or unlocking the Oneline to disengage tension (Trimmed out). Engaged TRIM line or depower line pulled in and cleated. Disengaged TRIM line or depower line all the way out and uncleated P 18
Machine PERFORMANCE CON T PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW A helpful hint for when you want to depower your kite, is using your Oneline to depower instead of relying too much on the depower strap. Your Oneline acts as a great way to depower your kite when sheeted out. You can still pull on you depower strap, but it is not recommended to pull in more than half of your depower if you are using Oneline. Pulling too much Oneline trim and depower strap can result in less steering control. The ideal setting to depower your kite is to depend on trim first and if you need more depower, then pull in your depower strap up to half way. Experimenting with the settings is the best way to get used to the Oneline. This allows you to adjust your kite to perform to your own personal liking. MODES * All modes begin with the bar in the middle to lower half of chicken loop line with the rider hooked into chicken loop. ** Refer to the performance characteristics or Machine/Oneline table on page 16. Stock Bar Mode (Flies similar to standard four line kite setup) The Bar is in the middle to lower half of chicken loop line ( even tension on steering and flying lines. Oneline has a slight bow) No TRIM (Oneline is disengaged). Depower line is all the way out (Depower is disengaged) Advantage: Performs like standard four line kite with increased safety, kite stability and relaunch capabilities. (This is the best mode for light wind). Stock bar mode P 19
PERFORMANCE CON T MODES * All modes begin with the bar in the middle to lower half of chicken loop line with the rider hooked into chicken loop. ** Refer to the performance characteristics on page 19. Mode 1 - Oneline is trimmed in (Oneline engaged approximately 2-8 inches depending on kite size and wind range). The depower line is all the way out (depower disengaged). The bar is in the middle to lower half of chicken loop line. Advantage: Additional low end power by opening canopy shape for increased projected area. Kite flies further in the edge of the wind window, increasing upwind performance. Mode 1 Mode 2 - Oneline is trimmed in (Oneline engaged approximately 2-8 inches depending on kite size and wind range). The depower line is all the way out (depower disengaged). The bar sheeted either all the way in or all the way out Advantage: Bar sheeted in- More low end power than in mode 1 once up to speed.(this is the best mode to boost in powered conditions)bar sheeted out- Better upwind performance than in mode 1 once up to speed. Mode 2-bar sheeted in P 20
PERFORMANCE CON T MODES Mode 2-bar sheeted out Mode 3 - Oneline is trimmed in (Oneline engaged approximately 2-8 inches depending on kite size and wind range). The depower line is pulled in halfway (depower engaged). The bar is sheeted either all the way in or all the way out. Advantage: Similar performance to mode 2 with the benefit of depowering the kite in higher wind conditions. Also a great mode for getting upwind in powered conditions. Mode 3-bar sheeted in Mode 3-bar sheeted out P 21
Machine TUNING AND MAINTENANCE BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH ONELINE If you have never kiteboarded using the Oneline and you have already checked to make sure the Oneline is flowing freely through the center of the bar, try the Oneline by getting into the water and letting go of your bar when no one is in your wind window to safely activate the Instant Depower system. You will then realize the benefits of instantly depowering your kite. Now, use your Oneline to assist you in getting the kite into the relaunch position and you will see the advantages of relaunching without having to swim towards your kite. (See Oneline relaunch instructions on page (8) When you are up and riding, your kite should fly just as it would in a standard four line configuration if your Oneline is not trimmed in and cleated. Once you feel comfortable, pull the Oneline in as instructed in Mode 1 in the performance chapter. Don t be afraid to pull in and cleat the Oneline! Try it and you will feel the benefits and different performance characteristics. After you feel comfortable in Mode 1, work your way through all the Modes to get the best feel of what the Oneline has to offer. ONELINE TUNING AND MAINTENANCE Optimum Oneline setup Front and back lines should have equal tension. Oneline should also have slightly less tension without altering the performance of the kite until the OnelineTRIM line is pulled in. Oneline should have no twists around center lines. Oneline setup instructions are written for stock Slingshot kites and bar setup with original pigtails. If you take off the safety pigtails from the end of your flying lines, Oneline length will need adjusting. Oneline Maintenance Over time, front lines, rear lines and Oneline will all stretch at a different rate. Check line lengths occasionally for optimum Oneline setup. Oneline length and tension can be adjusted by adding or subtracting pigtails to the Oneline kite pigtail. Sand and salt may cause Oneline parts to clog and perhaps fail if not kept clean. It is recommended that you wash your Profire Performance bar with fresh water after every use. Always check for wear on all lines wear friction occurs. P 22
Machine TUNING AND MAINTENANCE BLADDER MAINTENANCE (REMOVAL) 1. First, pull off the strut hose by rolling back the tubing from the nipple of the bad strut. 2. Tie a string, longer than the length of the bladder, to the valve. 3. Open the strut from the tailpipe end and slowly pull bladder out, making sure you do not pull the string through the bladder on the other end. 4. Untie string from bad bladder and reattach to new bladder. BLADDER MAINTENANCE (INSTALLATION) 1. Pull new bladder through strut, to the string, at LE end of strut. 2. Reseat the bladder valve into opening by pulling valve through until flange sits on top of the strut. 3. Reseal the tailpipe by folding and tucking bladder casing into the strut. 4. Seal tailpipe with Velcro closure. 5. To reseal the strut hose to the nipple, dip the hose in soapy water and slide back onto the nipple. Let dry 10 minutes before use. 6. Inflate strut with 2 PSI making sure the bladder fills the strut. This may take a little massaging. This is very important. DEFLATION 1. For complete kite deflation, unclip the valve clips and release the OUT valve. 2. To keep your struts inflated, leave the valve clips closed and release the OUT valve. PACKING 1. Start by folding one wingtip at a time. 2. Fold in wingtip approximately 10 inches at a time. Overlapping each time, following the leading edge. 3. Smooth out the air in the leading edge by keeping one hand pressing on the LE as you roll the kite. 4. Roll this wingtip to the center of the kite and secure roll with board or bar. 5. Repeat roll-up to center of the kite with other wingtip. 6. Overlap wingtip rolls and fold in half without bending the Splitflex battens. P 23
WARRANTY GUIDELINES General Warranty Policy applying to customers located within U.S. If a product is found defective by Slingshot, in its sole discretion, Slingshot s only responsibility shall be limited to credit, repair or replacement of the defective product. Slingshot will not be responsible for any costs, losses or damages incurred as a result of loss or use of product. This warranty is subject to the following limitations. 1.Slingshot warrants all products, with some exceptions, sold by Slingshot to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. 2.The warranty applies only to Slingshot products purchased from Authorized Slingshot Dealers and is valid for the original purchaser only. 3.All products returned to Slingshot for warranty inspection must receive a return authorization which can be given over the phone or via email from our warranty department (tel: 509-493-3979 or warranty@sskiteboarding.com) 4.The customer is responsible for the cost of shipping products freight prepaid and insured. Slingshot assumes no responsibility for products during shipment from the customer to our Warranty Department. Shipping charges are not refundable. 5.Slingshot assumes responsibility for return shipping and insurance costs to the customer. 6.All coverage under this warranty is void if any modification, change or alteration has been made to the product that is not specifically authorized in writing by Slingshot. 7.Repaired or replaced products are covered for the remainder of the original warranty only. 8.All warranty claims must be accompanied by the original purchase receipt from an Authorized Slingshot Dealer. Invoice or charge receipt must clearly identify the dealer, date of purchase and the item BEFORE YOU SUBMIT A WARRANTY CLAIM be sure that you can answer yes to all of these questions below. STEP ONE Evaluating the validity of the claim. Was the product purchased in the last 3 months? Does the damage appear to be attributable to defective materials or workmanship? P 24
Machine WARRANTY GUIDELINES Does the damage appear NOT to be due to impact, abuse, negligence, or reactions to solvents, or harsh detergents? For specific instructions regarding different products, please consult the Productby-Product Guidelines. STEP TWO Bring the product to the store where it was purchased OR Call Slingshot for a Return Authorization (RMA) Number OR email warranty@sskiteboarding.com to obtain an RMA number. Please note that warranty claims will not be processed without an RMA number. Consumers call 1-509-493-3979 or email warranty@sskiteboarding.com Tell us WHAT you are sending back-describe the product. Please include model, product year and serial number. We will also require a digital photo of the product showing the issue. Tell us WHY you are sending it back-describe the problem. Tell us WHERE you bought the product. Record the RMA# and details for future reference. STEP THREE Pack and ship the product immediately! Include the original proof of purchase (receipt). Include a brief description of the problem and the RA#. Mark the defect clearly with a piece of masking tape. Print the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. Slingshot Sports Attention: Warranty RA# 65435 Hwy 14 White Salmon, WA 98672 If you live in anywhere outside the United States: Please contact us via email and we will get you in touch with your regional distributor to process your claim. warranty@sskiteboarding.com Customers are responsible for shipping charges to Slingshot. Slingshot is responsible for all charges shipping the product back to the customer or dealer. Street addresses are required. We cannot return ship to a PO Box. P 25
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