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Openfoil.com Safety Policy

Openfoil.com equipment is not a toy. The safety instructions are intended not only for the protection of the equipment but also to protect your own safety or others. Improper operation can cause serious injury and property damage. We do not guarantee the error-free behavior of the electronics or software. Despite careful preparation and review, we do not assume any warranty or liability (direct or indirect) for the accuracy of the software, hardware, or information. Use the electronics at your own risk (this also applies to associated computer programs). Furthermore, we assume no liability for consequential damage to property or persons caused by the application. It is your responsibility to perform a full system test. In case of improper use, Openfoil.com equipment can be dangerous. Do not foil over or next to people! You need appropriate insurance before the first foiling, as required by law in your country!

General

• Openfoil.com equipment is not a toy and is not suitable for children under 18 years old.
• If you don’t have sufficient knowledge about the control of an Efoil, please contact someone with experience.
• An appropriate (Efoil) liability insurance is required. In general, Efoil is not covered by standard liability insurance.
• Refer to the Wiki and forum about the features and operation of the Openfoil.com equipment.

Before starting

• Check the reliability of the Openfoil.com equipment.
• The battery and transmitter battery must be fully charged.
• Always turn on the transmitter first and then the Openfoil.com Efoil.
• Watch for visible damage such as loose screws, broken, unbalanced or damaged propellers, faulty connectors or solder joints, broken pipes, etc.
• The propeller must be in good condition and securely mounted. The rotor must spin smoothly. Please ensure that there are no objects in the rotational plane of the propellers or within a distance that pose a risk of obstruction.
• Rotating propeller ends are dangerous to touch – never touch a rotating propeller with fingers or other body parts.
• Ensure the appropriate to the audible beeps when auto battery -detection is enabled.
• Ensure that the selected channel on the remote control is free and that you’re within range of the transmitter.
• Ensure the sensors are calibrated
• Different settings can result in fundamentally different foiling characteristics and occupation of the Channel functions. Make sure that you are familiar with the setting and its features.
• After starting the motors, check that the motor is running and rotate evenly. Please foil carefully at a low speed until you know that everything is working fine.
• Perform a pre-foiling check (see checklist below).