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  • Page 1 2007 TURBO2 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING DO NOT USE THIS SLINGSHOT PRODUCT UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE FOR YOUR SAFETY AND PROTECTION. THIS INFORMATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANYTIME.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Warranty / Disclaimer ......36 Slingshot an industry leader in innovation, quality and overall style constantly push the envelope to bring you, the rider, products that help you redefine your personal best.

  • Page 4: Overview & Package

    007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL OvERvIEW The NEW 2007 Slingshot TURBO 2 is a 4 line bow style kite with its own proprietary DNA. The kite delivers all the rider require- ments of range, instant de-power, boosting, re-launch ability and stability.
  • Page 5 PARTS LIST TURBO 2 kite 4 Line Full Stroke Bar (Active Stopper Ball equipped) 23 meter line set Newly redesigned kite backpack Jenna J Double Pump Patch Kit User manual Slingshot’s commitment to unsurpassed customer service.
  • Page 6 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO...

  • Page 7: Features & Benefits

    • Effortless water re-launch. • Keeps bridle from snagging on tail pipes • Enables the TURBO 2 to pivot more Self rescue handles freely for better control and faster • Safely self rescue with webbed turning handles on the inside of each •...
  • Page 8 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL  LINE FULL STROKE BAR POWERBALL SPECIFICATION 51cm 51cm 51cm 51cm 51cm 51cm...
  • Page 9 FEATURES & BENEFITS Newly redesigned 2007 4 Line Lock-N-Load Chicken Loop Full Stroke Bar • Safe and immediate no load release • 100% de-power can be achieved in any situation. simply by pushing the bar away from Super grip leader lines you and effectively sheeting out.

  • Page 10: Safety

    This product is designed and manufactured for recreational use on water or snow only. • Slingshot advises that you closely inspect your equipment for signs of wear and tear before each use. If there are any signs of wear and tear, replace or repair them immediately. Contact www.sskiteboarding.com for more information.
  • Page 11 • Do not alter or modify any Slingshot products. • Slingshot has designed this kite for kiteboarders averaging 175 pounds. The minimum weight of a rider using this kite is 105 pounds. The maxi- mum weight is 220 pounds. •...
  • Page 12 Note that it is not recommended that you fly your kite outside the maximum wind range. Although the TURBO 2 is equipped with immediate de-power if flown beyond its comfort zone it will always retain some power. We recommend that you fly the right size kite for the right wind range for ultimate safety.
  • Page 13 RELEASE SySTEM If you find yourself in a situation where you need to separate from the kite, eject from your chicken loop by pulling the red safety release knob on your Lock-N-Load chicken loop. This will activate 100% de-power by flagging the kite allowing it to fall gently from the sky.
  • Page 14 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETy UNhOOK ANd LET GO: RELEASING LOCK-N-LOAd SAFETy SySTEM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Firmly grasp the red Continue to hold the red The Lock-N-Load harness safety release knob and safety release knob until line will then disconnect pull away from the direc- the safety pin is released.
  • Page 15 REBOOTING LOCK-N-LOAd SAFETy SySTEM STEP 1 Feed the safety pin through the opening next to the safety release knob. STEP 2 Continue to insert the pin into the Lock- N-Load hole until the harness line is seated in the hole STEP 3 Fold safety pin over and pull back the safety release knob at the same time.
  • Page 16 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETy SUREFIRE BUNGEE LEASh ATTAChMENT STEP 1 Make sure the end of the Quick Release Surefire Bungee Leash, with the red release handle closest to the rider, is attached to a metal ring or secure place on your harness using the stainless steal clip.
  • Page 17 SUREFIRE BUNGEE LEASh ACTIvATION To completely disconnect yourself from the kite, firmly grasp the red safety handle on the Quick Release Surefire Bungee and pull towards you in the same direction the arrow indicates.
  • Page 18 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETy REBOOTING ThE SUREFIRE BUNGEE LEASh There are two sections of the Quick Release Surefire Bungee leash that, when connected, make a complete Quick Release Surefire Bungee leash. One end of the leash has the red safety handle with a stainless steel ring and the other end has an Amsteel loop.
  • Page 19 Actual wind ranges vary due to body weight, board size, water conditions, ability level and riding style. Due to the de-power characteristics of the TURBO 2 it can be flown outside of the range noted but is not endorsed by Slingshot. Regardless of your height, weight or skill level, Slingshot encourages you to adhere to all safety notes in this user manual.

  • Page 20: Kite Setup

    007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL KITE SET-UP INFLATION STEP 1 STEP 5 Close the OUT valve and secure with Inflate kite to 8 psi. In constant air tem- Velcro straps. peratures above 85 ° F / 30° C, inflate only to 6 psi.
  • Page 21 ChECKING yOUR LINE LENGThS All 2007 Slingshot bars come with the flying lines attached to the bar and ready to fly. However, it is good practice to check your line lengths every ten ses- Note - sions. For an accurate line length...
  • Page 22 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL KITE SET-UP LARK’S hEAd KNOT STEP 1 Shape the loop at the end of your flying line so it is round and fold the loop over onto itself at the point where the stitch- ing ends next to the loop.
  • Page 23 vISUAL BRIdLE ChECK Before attaching your flying lines to your bridle do a simple visual bridle check. Grab the rear line connection point of the bridle and stretch it back until it is taught. Make sure there are no twists in the lines or bridle parts contacting the bridle. Now grab the front line connection point of the bridle and stretch it back to assure there are no tangles in the bridle (untangle the bridle if necessary).
  • Page 24 (leading edge) bridle from the the kite. Make sure the white side back (trailing edge) bridle and lay them (Slingshot logo) of the bar is facing out on the beach. upwards. The red side of the bar should be on your left.

  • Page 25: Launching & Landing

    LAUNChING & LANdING 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 you have no tangles in your lines or bridle and they are attached correctly to your kite. STEP 1 STEP 4 + 5 Signal to your launching partner that...
  • Page 26 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL LAUNChING & LANdING RELAUNChING ON WATER STEP 1 To perform a controlled relaunch, push the Active Stopper Ball way from you until it meets the yellow stopper ball and determine in which direction you want your kite to launch.
  • Page 27 STEP 3 Once your friend grabs your TURBO 2 by the leading edge begin to walk to- ward them to release flying line tension. STEP 4...

  • Page 28: Performance

    AdJUSTMENT BELOW ThE BAR The TURBO 2 de-power cleat and handle is located within reach of every rider. We have designed the chicken loop system and brought our adjustment cleat and handle below the bar and mounted it onto the chicken loop.
  • Page 29 ShEETING Sheeting the TURBO 2 is as simple as hooking in to the chicken loop and pushing the bar away from you to sheet out and pulling the bar towards you to sheet in. Sheeting the kite in offers the rider maximum power and the quickest response when turning. Sheeting out allows the rider to adjust the amount of power to total de-power.

  • Page 30: Tuning & Maintenance

    007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL TUNING ANd MAINTENANCE BLAddER MAINTENANCE 1&2 (REMOvAL) STEP 1 First, pull off the strut hose by rolling back the tubing from the nipple of the bad strut. STEP 2 Tie a string, longer than the length of the bladder, to the valve.
  • Page 31 BLAddER MAINTENANCE (INSTALLATION) STEP 1 Pull new bladder through strut tail pipe, with string towards LE end of strut. STEP 2 Reseat the bladder valve into opening by pulling valve through until flange sits on top of the strut. STEP 3 Reseal the tailpipe by folding and tuck- ing bladder casing into the strut.
  • Page 32 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL TUNING ANd MAINTENANCE PACKING STEP 1 STEP 3 Lay out your kite leading edge facing up Make 1 foot wide flat folds from the and fold all bridle lines to the inside of wing tip to the center strut and repeat the kite.

  • Page 34: Frequently Asked Questions

    What does the 4 line bridle do? The bridle is necessary to support the flatter shape of the TURBO 2 kite. This bow style shape allows for more range and de-power given an increased projected area resulting in a more efficient kite.
  • Page 35 Is the 4 Line Full Stroke Bar compatible with my other kites and can I use other bars on my TURBO 2 kite? The 4 Line Full Stroke Bar is only recommended for use with the TURBO 2 kite due to the nature of the de-power feature on this kite. To ensure maximum performance and safety benefits, always use the 4 Line Full Stroke Bar and the TURBO 2 kite together.

  • Page 36: Warranty / Disclaimer

    007 TURBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 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 Slingshot assumes responsibil- replacement of the defective ity for return shipping and insur- product.
  • Page 37 STEP TWO Bring the product to the store where • Mark the defect clearly with a piece it was purchased OR Call Slingshot for of masking tape. a Return Authorization (RMA) Number • Print the RA# clearly on the outside OR email warranty@sskiteboarding.
  • Page 38 To waive any and all claims that you have or may in the future have against Slingshot Sports LLC resulting from use of this product and any of its components. To release Slingshot Sports LLC from any and all liability for...
  • Page 39 which any alleged claim first arose. Further, the arbitration shall be held in the state of Washington unless otherwise mutually agreed to by all parties. The submission to the American Arbitration Association shall be limited and the arbitration award may be enforced by any court of competent jurisdiction.
  • Page 40 Rider Service Line (toll free in the US): 877-775-4832 International Telephone: 509-427-4950 40 SW Cascade Ave., Suite 45, Stevenson, WA, USA 98648...

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