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1.2 Safety and instructions
To use the TAKUMA E-FOIL safely and responsibly, the
following instructions must be read and complied with.
TAKUMA cannot be held liable for non-compliance with the
warnings and instructions in this guide.
1.2.1 Navigation
The following is strictly prohibited: It is strictly prohibited to
tow a person with the TAKUMA E-FOIL in any way whatsoever.
Doing so would result in serious and even fatal injuries.
TAKUMA cannot be held liable in the event this warning is not
complied with.
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.
Never navigate alone.
Give priority to the right (starboard) at sea, on lakes and rivers.
At sea, when leaving the coast, move at a slow speed (less than 5 knots or 9
km/h), without flying, until you leave the coastal strip of 300 metres.
In ports, comply with the maximum speed (5 knots except for other local
regulations). Do not fly.
In rivers and lakes, obtain information on the authorised navigation zones
and speeds.
Observe the body of water where you will be moving about before getting
into the water.
Make sure there is no dominant wind that will push you out to sea.
Be able to keep track of where you are at any time in your navigation zone.
Where did I leave from, are there any swimmers and where are they? Are
there any other watercraft, where are they, how fast are they moving?
TAKUMA E-FOIL must never be used near other people (swimmers, surfers,
divers, etc.). Also always maintain a safe distance of 100m with respect to
other watercraft or any other obstacle.
Do not navigate in waves, you will not see any swimmers and/or surfers.
Do not use TAKUMA E-FOIL in shallow water (less than 2m deep), near rocky
areas or in the presence of algae, or in the open sea.
Never use TAKUMA E-FOIL in sea or weather conditions that are above your
level of physical ability.
Do not use TAKUMA E-FOIL in thunderstorm and lightning or severe weather
conditions.
