Takuma e-foil User Manual
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  • Page 1 User's guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.4 Pairing the remote control ..23 3.5 Navigate and take off with the E-FOIL 25 3.6 End of use ......26...
  • Page 3: General Instructions

    Keep the guide in a safe place in order to refer to it later. Copyright © 2020 by TAKUMA. The information presented in this guide is the property of TAKUMA. It cannot be reproduced, partially or in full, without prior authorisation from us.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructions

    The TAKUMA E-FOIL is subject to local laws and regulations in terms of navigation. It may be necessary to obtain a license or a permit to use TAKUMA E-FOIL in certain areas or countries. Always observe local rules and regulations when using this product.
  • Page 5 Make sure you are able to use this product in a safe and responsible manner before you start using it. Do not use the TAKUMA E-FOIL if you are not in good physical health, if you are not an experienced swimmer, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications.
  • Page 6 Do not leave your TAKUMA E-FOIL on hot surfaces such as asphalt or sand for long periods of time. Never leave your TAKUMA E-FOIL in an overheated place, such as in a hot car. Doing so may cause serious damage.
  • Page 7 ESC or battery, or it may cause significant damage. Do not use other ESC than the one sold by TAKUMA. Any damage caused by the use of another ESC will not be covered by warranty. The ESC must be stored so as to remain clean and dry.
  • Page 8: End Of Life

    Do not leave or use the ESC near fire. Do not alter or disassemble the ESC. Prevent any impact with the ESC and do not drop it. If your ESC is damaged, contact your TAKUMA authorized dealer for further assistance. 1.2.7 Remote control Do not open the waterproof case by yourself.
  • Page 9: Assembly

    2. Assembly 2.1 Components description 2.1.1 E-FOIL 1 Board 2 Front wing 3 Fuselage 4 Mast 5 Propeller 6 Rear wing (stabiliser) 7 Remote control 8 Charging base for remote control 9 Micro USB charging cable for charging base 10 Battery...
  • Page 10: Package Contents

    10 Board battery level 11 Remote control battery level 2.2 Package contents • 1 box containing one E-FOIL board as well as its board bag • 1 box containing the mast, the front wing, the stabilizer wing, the fuselage •...
  • Page 11: Preparations

    2.3 Preparations To facilitate the assembly of the TAKUMA E-FOIL, we recommend watching the tutorials on the channel http://youtube.takuma.fr Assemble your E-FOIL TAKUMA in a clean and dry place. Apply TEF GEL on all screws to avoid corrosion. 2.4 The wings...
  • Page 12 M6 17 mm M6 14 mm...
  • Page 13: The Mast

    2.5 The mast M6 30 mm nuts M6 14mm...
  • Page 15: The Connections

    2.6 The connections To install the ESC in the board: Unscrew the retaining ring. Position the ESC in its housing, placing the connection part in the orifice provided. Fasten the ESC using the 4 CHC M6 30 mm screws Screw the retaining ring back on. After removing the 2 caps: Screw together the 2 M/F caps of the connectors.
  • Page 17 After removing the 2 caps: Screw together the 2 M/F caps of the connectors.
  • Page 18: Use

    3. Use 3.1 Charging the battery Before using for the first time, charge the battery 100%. Charge the battery at least once within 3 months after delivery. The battery will reach its full capacity after 3 or 4 charging/ discharging cycles. Check that the device is completely dry.
  • Page 19 Once the battery is connected to the charger, the light on the charger should turn red. The blue battery LEDs allow you to monitor the progression of the charge.
  • Page 20: Charging The Remote Control

    0 blue LEDs on = less than 20% charged Battery is not powerful enough to make you fly. Time to stop using your E-FOIL and charge your battery 3.2 Charging the remote control Before using for the first time, charge the remote control 100%.
  • Page 21 T A K U M A 100% BOARDREMOTE...
  • Page 22 Before charging the remote control, check the following: The remote control and the inside of the case must be completely dry. Please first remove the remote control lanyard. The throttle button must be at 0.
  • Page 23: Turning It On

    3.3 Turning it on Press for 3 seconds for this operation.
  • Page 25: Pairing The Remote Control

    3.4 Pairing the remote control...
  • Page 26 When the remote control and the ESC have been paired, the ESC light turns blue. You can then close the upper part of the board and the remote control waterproof case. To charge the remote control case, please follow the instructions provided on page 18 Pairing failure: If the ESC light remains red, this means that the remote control cannot connect to the board.
  • Page 27: Navigate And Take Off With The E-Foil

    3.5 Navigate and take off with the E-FOIL To facilitate learning how to use the TAKUMA E-FOIL, we recommend watching the tutorials on the channel http:// youtube.takuma.fr We also recommend to start practising with an instructor. 3.5.1 Trigger and speed throttle The trigger switch will turn on the propulsion.
  • Page 28: End Of Use

    3.6 End of use 3.6.1 Turning off the E-Foil...
  • Page 30 3.6.2 Turning off the remote control...
  • Page 31 3.6.3 Security system The signal will be cut off when the remote control hits the water. The signal automatically comes back on when the remote control is outside the water.
  • Page 32: Servicing

    If needed, contact your TAKUMA authorized dealer for assistance. After each use, rinse your E-FOIL: Open the top cover of the board and rinse with clear water without disconnecting the cables. Also rinse the e-mast, the propeller, please leave no detail aside.
  • Page 34 After-Sales Service Please find our tutorial videos on our youtube channel customerservices@takuma.fr http://youtube.takuma.fr...

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