Thank you for purchasing this Ozone product. Our mission is to design and build quality products with cutting edge performance that are easy, fun and safe to use.

At Ozone we are passionate about sports, and it is this passion that drives our design team to perfect and develop products that we love to ride with. We are proud of the quality of our products, and are constantly searching for the best components and materials to use in our designs. We manufacture in our own high-quality production facility in Vietnam, which guarantees a build quality that we are proud to put the Ozone name on. A close look at one of our products reveals that same superior quality and construction that ensures that every Ozone product will enjoy a long life, with consistent performance and aesthetics. To view the factory video visit our website www.flyozone.com. Many dynamic action sports carry inherent risks but with common sense and education from qualified instructors means you can easily enjoy these incredible sports. Accidents generally happen due to a lack of experience, changing weather conditions or from using equipment not suited to the riders’ ability and/or conditions. Always take the time to learn safely with qualified instruction and you will progress far quicker. Ride safe Team Ozone

RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

OZONE KITESURF LTD / OZONE KITES LTD RELEASE OF LIABILITY, CLAIM WAVIER, ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By assembling and/or using this Ozone product, you agree that you have read and understood the entire Ozone product owners manual, including all instructions and warnings contained in that manual, prior to using the Ozone product in any way. You additionally agree that you will ensure any additional or subsequent user of your Ozone product will read and understand the entire Ozone product owners manual, including all instructions and warnings contained in that manual, prior to allowing that person to use your Ozone product.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Use of the Ozone product and any of its components involve certain risks, dangers, and hazards which can result in serious personal injury and death to both the user and to non-user third parties. In using this Ozone product, you freely agree to assume and accept any and all known and unknown risks of injury to you and third parties while using this equipment. The risks inherent in this sport can be greatly reduced by abiding by the warning guidelines listed in this owner manual and by using common sense.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS

In consideration of the sale of the Ozone product to you, you herby agree to the fullest extent permitted by law, as follows;

TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that you have or may in the future have against Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties resulting from use of the Ozone product and any of its components.

TO RELEASE Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that you or any users of you Ozone product may suffer, or that your next of kin may suffer, as a result of the use of the Ozone product, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence or breach of contract on the part of Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties in the design or manufacture of the Ozone product and any of its components.

In the event of your death or incapacity, all provisions contained herein shall be effective and binding upon your heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns, and representatives. Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD related parties have not made and expressly deny and oral or written representations other than what is set forth herein and the Ozone product owners manual.

WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

This manual refers to the current product it comes with. No information contained herein applies to previous and/or other products or components. Always read and understand all warnings and instructions for any other product or component being used. To read previous product manuals go to www.flyozone.com

Read the following points before assembling and/or using this product:

General Warnings:

• Before using this product you must take lessons from a certified instructor/school.
• Always wear a Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device when using this product near or on the water.
• Always carefully inspect all of your equipment before using it.
• The use of this product exposes the user to many unavoidable and unexpected risks, dangers and hazards.
• Always use extreme caution when using this product.
• Misuse of this product can cause serious injury or death.
• 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 around you when using this product.
• If you are under the age of 18 you should have your parents or legal guardian read all warnings and instructions. You should not use this product unless you are under proper guidance and supervision.
• Do not use this product if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications.
  

  Hydrofoil Warnings:  

• The use of a hydrofoil is a high risk activity and can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly. This can result in serious injury or even death for the user or other individuals.
• Only use this product in unobstructed areas of water. Do not use the foil in shallow waters. This could result in injury and damage to your foil. 
• Be aware of the danger of collision with obstacles. Be aware of your surroundings and familiarise yourself with them. Do not endanger others by riding close to swimmers, boats, jetties and other objects that could be damaged by you or the foil. 
• You can hurt yourself through uncontrolled water starts or lack of skill. Do not exceed your capabilities and maintain control over the hydrofoil at all times. 
• There is an increased risk of injury due to inability to control the hydrofoil in gusty conditions or waves.
• There is an increased risk of injury through uncontrolled falls caused by gusts, waves etc.
• Be aware of all other associated risks. These include loss of control, collision with the board, collision with the hydrofoil and even drowning. 
• Some of the hydrofoil components are sharp and therefore pose a potential risk. 
• To protect the rider and others from injury, the foil must be handled with special care from the point at which it is set up, during use and until it is safely packed away.
• We recommend using a certified helmet and protective vest at all times when using this product.
• When not in use this product must be stored in the protective covers to avoid possible injuries.
• Be aware that individual components on this product are exposed to natural forces and may be subject to wear.
  Never store this product near or let it touch electrical components as carbon can conduct electricity.

SET UP:

Important notes:

• Before assembling check all connecting surfaces, screws and barrel nuts are clean and free of sand, salt or other debris.
  Only use original Ozone screws and barrel nuts. Damage and/or loss may occur if using another type of screw.
• Do not tighten screws until all screws are in position and correctly threaded.
• Do not over tighten the screws, firmly hand tighten (approx. 8N.m torque wrench setting) and release screws by hand only. Do not use power tools.
• The Fuselage barrel nuts are glued in place. These have a T25 head so the supplied T30 tool cannot be used to mistakenly tighten or loosen. Do not tighten or loosen the Fuselage barrel nuts, only tighten or loosen the screw. If a Fuselage barrel nut becomes loose, use standard super glue to fix it back into place.
• The Mast barrel nuts are glued in place. These have a T30 head so the supplied T30 tool can be used to rotate the nuts to align with the screws if necessary. If a Mast barrel nut becomes loose, use standard super glue to fix it back into place.
• The Fuselage to Mast connection is designed to be a tight fit. Align the screws, get them started and proceed to tighten. Approximately the last 2mm of Mast tuttle section will be pulled into the Fuselage by tightening the screws. The connection will then become flush.
• If stored set up, before each use check the screws and parts are fitting tight, retighten screws if necessary.

SET UP:

APEX V1 board using Titanium T-Nut Deck Washers:

1: Fit the 4x T-Nut Deck Washers into the board slots.

2: Fit the 4x T30 28mm Custom Titanium Screws into the T-Nut Deck Washers. Turn each screw one full rotation to get the thread started.

3: Slide the screws and washers to the ends of the board slots.

4: Place the mast on the board and align the slots.

5: Slide each screw into the slot on the mast, ensuring the T-Nut Deck Washers remain connected.

6: Slide the screws until they fit at the countersunk section of each slot on the mast.

7: Firmly hand tighten each screw (approx. 8N.m torque wrench setting)

SET UP:

Other boards with US Box using M6 T-Nuts:

1: Assemble the 4x T30 28mm Custom Titanium Screws with the T-Nuts. Turn each screw one full rotation to get the thread started.

2: Fit the screw and T-Nuts into the US box.

3: Slide the screws and T-Nuts to the ends of the tracks.

4: Place the mast on the board and align with the tracks.

5: Slide each screw into the slot on the mast, ensuring the T-Nuts remain connected. 

6: Slide the screws until they fit at the countersunk section of each slot on the mast.

7: Firmly hand tighten each screw (approx. 8N.m torque wrench setting)

PACKING:

To disassemble the foil simply reverse steps shown in SET UP.

Alternatively the foil can be kept set up, ready to go again for your next session. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section.

The Mast tuttle to Fuselage connection is designed to be a tight fit. After removing the screws it may be necessary to use light force to work the Fuselage off the Mast tuttle. A rubber mallet can be used if necessary to tap the Fuselage.

REPAIRS:

Any repair work is done at your own risk. We strongly advise using a professional.

• Light surface scratches can be buffed out using 400 or 800 grit sandpaper.

• Chips or dings can be repaired using fiberglass or carbon fiber with epoxy resin. It is also possible to use pre-mixed products such as Solarez.

• If a Barrel Nut becomes loose, use standard super glue to fix it back into place.

• Spare parts and replacements can be ordered from your shop/dealer.

• Only use original Ozone screws and barrel nuts. Damage and/or loss may occur if using another type of screw.