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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
Observe the following safety precautions whenever using the product.
1. WARNING
Stand-Up Paddle is a potentially dangerous sport and may be physically difficult for some people.
Failure to comply with safety standards, improper use of the board and failure to observe the recommendations for use can lead to serious or
irreversible injury, or even death.
For any questions concerning this product, please do not hesitate to contact us on 04 92 79 77 03 or by e-mail at info@abstract-sport.com
WARNING :
Max. pressure :
1,2 Bar (18 PSI)
Do NOT use compressor
THE MAXIMUM PRESSURE IS 18 PSI (1.2 BAR). HOWEVER WE ADVISE YOU TO INFLATE YOUR SUP TO 15
PSI (1 BAR) TO KEEP A 3 PSI SAFETY MARGIN FOR WHEN PRESSURE INCREASES DUE TO EXPOSURE IN
STRONG SUN.
2. RECOMMENDATIONS - GENERAL ADVICE
- Do not overestimate your physical and technical capabilities.
- Check the condition of your equipment before each use.
- If in doubt, consult your doctor before starting stand up paddling.
- Assess possible dangers before entering the water. Make sure you are aware of the particular conditions of the area of water you have chosen to go
into.
- Always consult the regulations concerning access, movement and circulation on the site you have chosen, as well as the meteorological conditions
and the state of the sea (tides, currents, pollution, protected zones) or the state of other body of water (floods, pollution, protected areas).
- Always be aware of and respect the other users of the aquatic environment (surfers, swimmers, sailors, fishermen...).
- In France, you must not be further than 300m from the shore because an inflatable Stand Up Paddle is considered to be a beach toy. Learn about
current regulations if you are in another country.
- Do not use the Stand Up Paddle in an offshore wind or a wind above 11 knots (20 km/h). This advice becomes obligatory if there is an offshore wind.
- Wearing an approved buoyancy aid or neoprene suit helps with buoyancy and is highly recommended and may be mandatory in some locations.
Consult local regulations.
- Adapt what you wear and anticipate changes in the weather by consulting the weather forecast and checking it regularly for changes throughout the
day so as not to be surprised by wind or cold.
- Never paddle alone. Always tell someone when you are going out and how long you will be.
- A Stand Up Paddle should never be used by an unattended or unaccompanied child.
- In white water, the use of the leash is strongly discouraged. At sea, or on other bodies of water, the leash is essential.
- Do not consume or be under the influence of alcohol or drugs before and during the use of a Stand Up Paddle.
- Do not use a Stand Up Paddle in flood conditions.