Flite 2 Series User Manual

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Page 1 SERIES 2 User Guide...
Page 3 Find Freedom. Take Flite.
Page 4 Authorised Flite of this guide visit tutorials at Service, Resellers and Fliteschools support.fliteboard.com fliteboard.com/video fliteboard.com/locations Download Flite APP Watch our Flite APP Post-storage from App Store update video checklist IOS only, V10.7 or tinyurl.com/yb3vudw8 tinyurl.com/y7vv5brg higher. Android version coming soon – check the Google Play store.
Page 5 Fliteboard User Guide Safety & disclaimer Performing first update Connect Flite App to Fliteboard Warning and eFoil Intended use Connect Flite App to Flite Controller Propulsion system Capturing sessions Hydrofoil system Flite Controller overview Learning to Fliteboard Connect Flite Controller...
Page 6: Safety & Disclaimer
Fliteboard, please consult FLITEBOARD IS NOT A TOY. Fliteboard technical support, or EXERCISE CAUTION. ACT an Authorised Flite Reseller. RESPONSIBLY WHILE OPERATING. This manual should be CONSIDER THE SAFETY OF YOUR ENVIRONMENT BEFORE OPER- considered a permanent ATING FLITEBOARD.
Page 7: Propulsion System
Propulsion system Learning to Fliteboard We recommend learning to The Fliteboard propulsion Fliteboard with an instructor system includes a powerful at an authorised Fliteschool. spinning propeller. Fliteschool locations can be found at fliteboard.com/ KEEP BODY, FINGERS AND TOES locations AWAY FROM THE FLITEBOARD’S SPINNING PROPELLER.
Page 8 Important rider safety Read the manual and watch the How to Fliteboard video Before attempting to Fliteboard for the first time, read this manual and pay special attention to the warnings and disclaimers. Most injuries can be avoided by using proper technique when learning.
Page 9 Keep distance Keep well clear of other water users at all times. Check regulations for vessel operating distance rules in your area. Always be on the look out for swimmers, other vessels or obstacles when riding which may be obscured by 200 M waves or glare.
Page 10 Flitecell DO NOT CHARGE OR USE A Flitecell is a carefully engineered DAMAGED FLITECELL. IF YOUR water resistant unit. If the Flitecell FLITECELL IS COMPROMISED, is damaged (for example during CONTACT FLITEBOARD OR transportation or handling) the AN AUTHORIZED FLITEBOARD seal may become compromised.
Page 11: Warranty
Warranty Fliteboard comes with a Limited Fliteboard, however our factory Warranty which covers defects in specified limit for warranty and materials or workmanship of the other purposes is 100kg. product and aligns to relevant consumer laws of the location of Initial 6 month service purchase.
Page 12: What's In The Box
What’s in the box You will receive your Fliteboard in three separate shipment packages. Box 1: Fliteboard Within the included padded board bag you will find either Fliteboard, Fliteboard PRO, Fliteboard ULTRA or Fliteboard AIR (depending upon your choice). Fliteboard ULTRA travel bag Fliteboard ULTRA Fliteboard PRO travel bag Fliteboard PRO...
Page 13 Box 2: Flitecell Flitecell travel bag Flitecell Explore Flitecell Sport...
Page 14 Box 3: Flite eFoil travel bag Within the included travel case you will find the following components: Flow 1300 S XL wing eFoil travel bag Flow 1300 S XL wing XL wing eFoil system including: Flyer wing Flow 1300 wing —...
Page 15 O-Ring + spare FASTENERS REQUIRED FASTENERS REQUIRED FASTENERS REQUIRED M6 x 35 M6 x 35 M6 x 35 Stabiliser Wing shims Flite Controller Flite Controller 6 x styles (0–5) USB wall charger and charging cable FASTENERS REQUIRED FASTENERS REQUIRED FASTENERS REQUIRED...
Page 16: Getting Started
Getting started The best way to learn to Fliteboard is to find a Fliteschool in your area. Locate your nearest Fliteschool at fliteboard.com/fliteschool Watch the Fliteboard video guides at fliteboard.com/video In order to operate the product correctly avoiding damage or serious injury it is essential to read and follow all instructions and warnings in the user guide prior to assembly, setup or use.
Page 17 Controller. Attach the magnetic charging plug, ensuring the charging pins are connected. Plug in the USB Wall Charger and turn on. When the Flite Controller is charging correctly, the screen will show a charging message. After a few minutes the screen will hibernate to speed the charging process.
Page 18 Flitecell Charger procedure DO NOT COVER THE CHARGER OR INTAKE DURING CHARGING. THE CHARGER SHOULD BE PLACED OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. CHARGE IN AN INDOOR AREA WITH GOOD VENTILATION AND HEAT DISSIPATION. DO NOT CHARGE IN HUMID, HIGH TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS. DO NOT CHARGE NEAR FLAMMABLES OR EXPLOSIVES.
Page 19 Flitecell, as shown by arrow, (5 – 10 seconds) to activate charging. If the magnet has been misplaced, you can use the base of Flite Controller to initiate charging. The charger will automatically turn off when the charging process is complete.
Page 20 Fliteboard AIR assembly Unroll Fliteboard AIR bladder face down. Place the rigid core (Flitebox cavity side up) on a flat surface. Slide bladder onto core from front end first. Ensure bladder is well tucked into the recess along the front edge of the core.
Page 21 Inflating the Fliteboard AIR Twist the valve cap anti-clockwise to remove. To inflate, push the central valve down. Twist anti-clockwise to release. The valve will pop up. This ensures the bladder will not deflate when you remove the hose after inflation. Connect pump hose to valve and inflate bladder to 15 –...
Page 22 Connect the eFoil to Fliteboard Remove the Fliteboard from its bag and place upside down on the bag or other protective surface. Locate the Flitebox cavity on the bottom of the board and ensure the 4 retaining screws are removed. Check to ensure the orange o-ring is inserted, properly seated in the Flitebox cavity o-ring groove, clean and free of sand, grit or water.
Page 23 Connect the fuselage tail With the board upside down and the eFoil connected, take the 20cm long aluminium fuselage tail from the travel bag and insert into the fin under the propeller guard. Add a light cover of Tef-Gel to the tail connection.
Page 24 Connect the Stabiliser Wing Take the Stabiliser Wing from the travel bag and remove the wing cover. Take the correct Stabiliser Wing shim from the accessories pouch and fit between the Stabiliser Wing and the fuselage tail. Connect the orange power cable to the orange power connector in Flitecell.
Page 25 Connect Flitecell to Fliteboard With the eFoil, fuselage tail and wings attached, it’s time to carefully turn your board over so it stands on BOTH the front wing and nose of the board. Twist the Lid Latches and open the board Lid. DO NOT OPEN LID WHILST IN THE WATER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
Page 26 Flitecell indicating it is switched on. Flitecell will automatically turn off 10 seconds after the lid is opened. SEE PAGE 36 FOR PAIRING FLITE CONTROLLER THE SEAL IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT. IF DAMAGED CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR A REPLACEMENT PART. NEVER RIDE THE BOARD WITH A DAMAGED SEAL.
Page 27 Download Flite App and update The Flite App is available to download in the Apple App Store*. We recommend using Flite App to ensure your board and controller always have the latest software to deliver the best performance. *An Android version is in development and will be available from the Play store when ready.
Page 28 Connecting Flite App to Fliteboard and the eFoil Turn off Flite Controller. Ensure Fliteboard has power and the lid is closed. Select ‘Fliteboard’ from the ’Devices’ menu. When connected, the board receiver LED will turn purple. When performing some updates it will display green.
Page 29 Ensure Flite Controller has power and within range to the phone. Select ‘Flite Controller’ from the ’Devices’ list. When selected and connected, the current state of charge will be displayed. You will now be able to see software version of the Flite Controller and perform any updates here. Devices...
Page 30 Once software is up-to-date, Fliteboard will automatically capture sessions to its onboard computer. Open Flite App. Click ‘Sessions’ and then double tap ‘Sync’ to view and download any new sessions. Clicking the share icon (top right) from the ‘Sessions’ screen will share diagnostic data with Fliteboard support via email.
Page 31 Turn on Flite Controller by holding down the + button AND Mode (bottom) button together for 3 seconds. After a 3 second press of both buttons, the Flite logo will appear with the software version number, and the Controller will move to the home screen with lock icon.
Page 32 Flite Controller screen guide Motor locked Motor armed Ready to arm. Motor unlocked with 5 Flitecell 100% charged. seconds to squeeze the Power Level set to level 1. throttle trigger. Flitecell charge 50% Current Speed / Power Distance Speed 1.3km/h Traveled 6.4kms...
Page 33 . Flite Controller displays LOOKING FOR NEW PAIR. Pairing required Battery not paired Repeat pairing process Flite Controller is not paired. (see page 36) Hold plus for 7 seconds until Flite Controller displays LOOKING FOR NEW PAIR. Diagnostics...
Page 34 Flite Controller screen guide Charge remaining Flite Controller charging Flite Controller currently Flitecell 98% at 10% state of charge. Flite Controller 66% 50% Flitecell warning Fliteboard tilted Flitecell has 50% (or less) Fliteboard is disabled remaining charge. due to the tilt angle.
Page 35 1 minute Flitecell to cool, otherwise to allow motor to cool. Flitecell may shut down. Flitecell charge critical Flite Controller low charge Flite Controller requires Flitecell charge very low, charge. Ensure Flite immediately return to Controller is charged above shore.
Page 36 Open the Flitecell lid and place the Flitecell clip on the Flitcell to keep it powered on. Place the base of the Flite controller on the pairing target on the eFoil (between the Flitecell cables). Whilst searching for a new pair, the LED lights at the rear of the board will display as Orange chasing (scrolling over and over).
Page 37 Alert (high temp, tilt, Red flashing overcurrent, system error) Blue flashing Armed Blue chasing Motor running Orange flashing Disconnected Flitecell / Controller Searching for new pair Fitecell / Orange chasing Controller Purple solid Flite App connected Purple chasing Flite App data transfer...
Page 38: Arming The Motor
Riders must arm (unlock) the motor to Fliteboard. To arm the motor, pull the throttle all the way in on the Flite Controller and then release it completely. Press and then release the minus button.
Page 39 Get Fliteboarding Fliteboard recommends that first time riders have at least one lesson with a certified Fliteschool. To find your nearest Fliteschool visit fliteboard.com/locations Select a suitable riding location A location with deep enough water is essential. The Wings and eFoil should never make contact with anything below the surface, including a sand bottom.
Page 40 Lie on the board, positioned so that you can touch the front of the Fliteboard with your hand (or the front handle if using the Fliteboard AIR). Verify Flite Controller is set so you see power level ’1’ displayed on the lock screen. This is your starting power setting once unlocked (it can be changed later if you are an advanced rider).
Page 41 A speed of 6 – 8 kph on the GPS display on the Flite Controller is a good speed for getting to your knees.
Page 42 Standing up Check that you have clear flat water in front of you with no obstacles or other vessels. Select a speed where the board feels stable. The ideal speed depends on your weight and board choice, but between 8kph and 12kph is a good speed to stand up.
Page 43 Foiling for the first time Like learning to ride a bike for the first time, learning to foil is challenging as it requires your brain to learn a new way to balance. There is also potential for you to fall on the Wings if not careful.
Page 44 Foiling pro tips If you shift your weight too far to one side, it is not possible to recover. Jump away from the board in the direction you are falling. This takes you SAFELY away from the foil. Keep your weight forward and press down through your front knee. Confirm your feet are in the correct position.
Page 45: Maintenance And Storage
Fliteboard. Ensure that after each session, you visually inspect all elements of Fliteboard including board, wings, mast, Flitecell and Flite Controller for any damage or water ingress. Ensure that you perform the 6 Month Flitecell Checklist located on the Support Page on the website.
Page 46: Regular Maintenance
Fliteboard, PRO, ULTRA Post ride Open the board lid slowly, take care not to let it fall on the nose of the board. (If the lid is opened too far it may fall and damage the nose of the board). After each ride, check to see if any water has leaked into the Flitecell cavity.
Page 47 Fliteboard AIR Post ride Wash the inflatable bladder with warm soapy water and dry before storage. The inflatable bladder can remain inflated, or be deflated and stored on or off the carbon insert to suit your storage preference. Regular maintenance The inflatable bladder can be repaired using the supplied repair kit.
Page 48 Flite Controller Post ride Rinse the Flite Controller in fresh water to clean away salt and debris. Ensure a steady stream of fresh water is applied directly into the trigger housing. While doing so press and de-press the trigger numerous times to loosen any sand, grit, debris that may affect its performance.
Page 49 Flitecell Post ride Wipe Flitecell down with a wet cloth (freshwater), and clean Flitecell contacts and data connector with Contact Cleaner. Flitecell is water resistant but it should remain dry where possible. DO NOT submerge or shower. Avoid placing Flitecell on the sand, which can make its way into the Flitecell cavity and scratch surfaces.
Page 50 Shipping and transport Flitecell (batteries) are considered a dangerous good and must not be shipped without working with a dangerous goods shipping specialist. Shipping batteries marked as normal goods without informing the shipping party is illegal and dangerous. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is required for shipping the batteries.
Page 51 Controller charging instructions. Slow down or decrease power consumption to cool the Flite Controller Flitecell down. The Flite Controller will warn you when shows a battery the Flitecell temperature reaches 55°C and again at warning 60°C. At 65°C the Flitecell will automatically start to shut down to preserve itself.
Page 52: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Speed Up to 45 kph / 28 mph Rated load range 100kg / 220 lbs Run time 85kg rider Up to 1 hr 30 min (Flitecell Explore) Using a large wing at slow foiling speed, it’s possible to ride for over 2 hours. Board details MEASUREMENTS 1310 L x 585 W x 110MM D...
Page 53 Brushless Motor speed 4500 rpm propeller peak Protections Overheating, overcurrent Propeller diameter 142mm Propeller guard 155mm Flite Controller Communication Type Bluetooth Speed Control 20 step display Runtime Average charge 24 hrs / Standby 200 hrs Rated cycles 1000 charge cycles...
Page 54 Flitecell Sport Size 315mm x 305mm x 80mm (15’3” x 12” x 3”) Capacity 30Ah / 1.5KWh Weight 10.9kg (24 lbs) Protection IP67 Max charge voltage 58.8v Min voltage Nominal voltage Rated continuous discharge current 100a Rated charge current Rated cycles >80% capacity 400 Cycles Temperature...
Page 55 Flitecell Explore Size 390mm x 305mm x 80mm (15’3” x 12” x 3”) Capacity 40Ah / 2.1KWh Weight 13.9kg (31 lbs) Protection IP67 Max charge voltage 58.8v Min voltage Nominal voltage Rated continuous discharge current 100a Rated charge current Rated cycles >80% capacity 400 Cycles Temperature...
Page 56 Customer Name Business Name (if applicable) Country & State Purchased from Date of Purchase Board Type & serial number eFoil Type 75cm 60cm eFoil serial number Explore Sport Flitecell Type Flitecell serial number(s) Flite Controller serial number(s) Flitecell Charger serial number...
Page 57 Maintenance Schedule FIRST 6 MONTH SERVICE Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
Page 58 Maintenance Schedule 100HR/12 MONTH SERVICE WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
Page 59 Maintenance Schedule 200HR/24 MONTH SERVICE WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
Page 60 Maintenance Schedule 300HR/36 MONTH SERVICE WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
Page 61 Maintenance Schedule 400HR/48 MONTH SERVICE WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
Page 62 Maintenance Schedule 500HR/60 MONTH SERVICE WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Inspected Replaced Mast Seals Fuselage Flitebox Flitebox Gore vent Cables Cables Propeller Duct Propeller Duct Propeller Propeller Anode eFoil Hours of use Date Name of Technician Signature of Technician Authorised Repair Centre...
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