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Tightening your air valve
Due to the design of your board, the two-way air valve can work its way
loose during delivery.
It is important to check that your valve is completely tightened before use.
This should also be done periodically to make sure that it remains tight
over time. This will prevent minor losses in pressure and will ensure the
optimum performance of your board.
Your valve consists of 2 main parts - The internal (bottom) section and the
external (top section). If when inflated the valve leaks air around the edges,
this is because there is not an airtight seal between the PVC fabric of your
board and the two sections of the valve. To stop the air leaking, you will
need to tighten your valve down solidly by screwing the top section into the
bottom section to create an airtight seal.
Your air valve can only be tightened when the board is deflated
1. Remove the valve cap on the top of the board, and insert the wrench
supplied with your repair kit into the valve so it fits tightly.
2.Use your free hand to apply pressure to the valve, pressing the bottom
section against the floor to hold it firmly in place.
3.Maintaining downward pressure on the tool and valve, firmly twist the
wrench clockwise until the valve is completely tightened.
Attaching fins and leash
1. Slide the base of the fin firmly into the finbox with the fin tip pointing
back towards the tail end of the board. This slot can be quite tight as it is
designed to hold the fin firmly.
2.Make sure the small hole in the base of the fin lines up evenly with the