Ocean Rodeo Go Joe User manual

SLE KITE
MANUAL

IMPORTANT NOTICE
This is not a kiteboarding instruction manual!
Reading this manual does not eliminate the need for
professional instruction in the sport of traction kiting.
Competent instruction may be obtained through an
authorized Ocean Rodeo dealer or local professionally
qualified kiteboarding school. For information on
lessons in your area go to www.oceanrodeo.com/
kiteboardlessons

• Get instruction specific to the type of kite power craft.
• Obtain first aid training and carry first aid and safety/
rescue devices.
• Consult your physician prior to beginning kite powered
sports training.
• Always wear a nationally approved personal floatation
device when using a kite on water.
• Always wear a helmet.
• Dress appropriately for weather conditions; cold water
and/or cold weather can result in hypothermia.
• Check your equipment prior to each use for signs of
wear or failure.
• Never kite alone.
• Do not kite in overpowered, gusty wind conditions.
• Do not kite in offshore wind conditions.
• Before launching from an unfamiliar site be aware
of any dangers (rocks, reefs, currents, changeable
weather, etc).
• Scout unfamiliar sites before launching.
• Never launch from an area with any obstacles closer
than 2 line lengths downwind (people, rocks, etc).
• Do not kite near power lines!
• Do not ask a non-kiter to assist in the launching or
landing of a kite.
• Always use the kite with a functioning safety system.
• Always prevent kites from inadvertently launching on
land by weighting with sand, gravel, etc.
• Always announce when you are going to launch your
kite so people can be prepared to move in the event of
a gust or a problem.
• Disable an unattended kite by: removing the lines;
placing the kite leading edge down, facing the wind;
and weighting with sand, gravel, etc.
• Do not exceed your kiting ability. Be honest with
yourself.
• You must not use alcohol or mind altering drugs prior
to using this product.
CAUTION SAFETY WARNING KITE POWERED SPORTS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS AND PHYSICALLY
DEMANDING. THE USER OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD UNDERSTAND THAT PARTICIPATING IN KITE POWERED SPORTS MAY
INVOLVE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND AGREES TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR GO
JOE PURCHASE.
We hope you enjoy the fast board recovery and excellent
visibility provided by the Go Joe. The extra floatation is
also very helpful while executing a self-rescue.
Please take a few minutes and read over the install/
maintenance information to ensure you have the
ultimate Go Joe experience.
The Go Joe takes just a few minutes to install.
Tools Required:
Pump (the same pump you use for your kite), screw
driver, grab handle with screws (we’ve included slightly
longer than standard screws M6
Metric) to accommodate the extra
thickness of the Go Joe base plate.
Step One:
Insert the end of the grab
handle into the webbing
loop/base plate assembly.
Pass the screw through
hole in grab handle and
holes in both the base
plate and webbing loop.
Step Two:
Position Go Joe so screws line up with the grab handle
inserts on your board. Adjust the angle of the Go Joe
base plate so it does not extend past the edge of the
board. Position the Go Joe at a slight angle so it fits
comfortably along your leg while riding.

Step Three
Pump up until firm.
Recommend inflation
pressure is 3 PSI.
Over inflation may
rupture the bladder
our cause seam
failure.
Don’t store your Go Joe inflated in a hot vehicle. When
inflated on the beach, store out of direct sunlight.
HOW TO REPAIR YOUR GO JOE
Go Joe’s are tough, but they occasionally need a little
TLC. Your Go Joe comes complete with a patch kit to
handle small bladder holes. If your bladder has a major
tear, you can order a new bladder via a link on Go Joe
product page at www.oceanrodeo.com
To find and fix a leak, first you must remove the bladder.
To do this detach the valve cap and push the valve inside
the Dacron tube. [1] [2]
Next step remove the nylon tube slip covers from the
molded plastic base plate. It’s OK to aggressively bend
the base plate as it’s made
with rugged / flexible
plastic. [3]
Next, open the side access
zippers (there are two
access zips) and remove
the bladder. You will notice
a small Velcro tab on one
end of the bladder; this is
used to hold the bladder
in place, and should be re
attached when re installing
the bladder.
If the leak is not visible,
inflate the bladder and
apply soapy water to the tube. Bubbles will show the
leak. Circle the hole with pen. [4]
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To fix a hole you must first fully deflate the bladder
allowing it to lay flat on hard surface. Clean the area
around the hole with the provided alcohol swab and let
dry. [5]
Apply the adhesive patch over the hole and apply firm
pressure, ensuring you have no wrinkles in the bladder
under the patch. [6]
Now your bladder is fixed, reinsert the bladder via the 2
access zips, position the inflate valve and reconnect the
cap close the zipper. Ensure the Velcro tab on the bladder
makes contact with Velcro tab on the base of Dacron
tube. Slide the base plate ends back in.
Before inflating, grasp the Dacron tubes so you are
pinching the Dacron and bladder material and give it a
few shakes. This will help nest the bladder inside the
tubes. Inflate slowly the first time to ensure the bladder
is nesting properly and not twisted.
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WARRANTY
All standard Ocean Rodeo products available through
Ocean Rodeo Dealers or Ocean Rodeo Online are
covered by a One Year Warranty offered to the original
purchaser on workmanship, with a One Year Warranty
on materials. Warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement of the Ocean Rodeo product at our option.
The Warranty does not cover damage caused by normal
wear and tear, fading, color bleeding from wet storage,
high speed crashes, misuse or negligence, but not
limited to punctures, sun exposure, seam failure due
to over inflation by pump or heat exposure, damage
caused by use in waves or shore break, and damage
caused by anything other than defects in material and
workmanship. This warranty is invalid if unauthorized
repairs have been carried out. Repairs or alterations not
covered by warranty will be charged to the customer.
Latex dry suit seals are exempt from warranty.
Discontinued products purchased from Ocean Rodeo
Dealers or Ocean Rodeo Online carry a 90 day warranty.
Factory seconds, used, or demo gear purchased on the
Online Auction Site carry no warranty.
Ocean Rodeo products used in schools, rentals or other
professional applications carry a 30 day warranty.