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SUP
Owner’s Manual

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Introduction

SUP features

Fin installation instructions

Leash installation instructions

Paddle instructions

Index

CONTACTS
Service : service@clearwaterleisure.com / Sales : sales@clearwaterleisure.com
Website : www.clearwaterleisure.com

Ready to paddle & Equipment

Safety measures & Warning

Maintenance and storage, Warranty registration

Warranty

Manufacturer’s declaration

Congratulations! You have just purchased a Clear Water SUP. The

SUP business is growing and Clear Water is at the leading edge of

this change. Our boards are produced in a zero waste/zero land-

fill factory. We are committed to protecting the environment.

We encourage you to read this Owner’s Manual carefully and

consider the recommended safety tips. Important techniques,

maintenance procedures, care, and storage are explained in

this manual to better assist you.

As a valued consumer, your comments or questions are always

appreciated.

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SUP FEATURES

Read carefully, discover and learn about your SUP.

Leash anchor loop

(instruction on p.5)

Bungee cords
Traction pad
Side carry handles
Center carry handle
Drain plug

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Innovative seamless design.

Removable fin

(instruction on p.4)

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1- Clean the fin box to make sure it’s

free of debris. Insert the screw in the

metal plate.

2- Insert the metal plate in the fin box.

3- Using the screw, slide the metal plate

all the way back in the fin box.

4- Holding the fin at an angle, insert the

metal pin into the center opening.

5- Push the fin in the box and align tab

with metal plate.

6- Tighten the screw into the underlying

metal plate. Use a Phillips screwdriver

(not supplied).

FIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1- Thread the string through

the leash anchor loop.

2- Pass the knot through the

string loop. Pull the knot to

tighten the string onto the

leash anchor loop.

3- Open the Velcro leash

attachment and feed the flap

through the leash string.

6- Open the Velcro ankle

attachment and wrap around

your ankle.

8- Pull on the leash to ensure the

ankle attachment is secure.

7- Close all Velcro flaps

securely.

4- Close all Velcro flaps securely.

5- Pull on the leash to ensure

the leash attachment is secure.

LEASH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

(LEASH SOLD SEPARATELY)

Leash available on www.clearwaterleisure.com

1- There is a locking clip on

the upper end of your paddle.

2- Unlock the adjustable

handle by loosening the clip.

3- Pull the adjustable handle to

the desired length.* Make sure

the adjusting holes stay

aligned with the locking clip.

4- Push the locking clip back

into place making sure it locks

into one of the adjusting holes.

above head

Paddler’s

height

PADDLE INSTRUCTIONS

(PADDLE SOLD SEPARATELY)

Your SUP features a unique

paddle keeper on the underside.

This feature is meant to be used

for storage at home but never for

transportation. Always remove the

paddle from the board for trans-

port. Paddle must always be trans-

ported inside the vehicle.

* A good paddle length should

be about 9" longer than your

height. See diagram.

HOW TO USE THE PADDLE

Blade

facing

foward

Blade

facing

backward

DON’T

Paddle available on www.clearwaterleisure.com

READY TO PADDLE

• It is strongly recommended that you

take a certified SUP initiation course

to learn the basic techniques and

security measures.

• It is important to wear an approved

life-jacket or a personal flotation

device.

• Before heading to the water, make

sure that all drain plugs are closed.

• Adjust the length of your paddle. A

comfortable length is usually about 9

inches longer than your height.

• Stand in the middle of the board with

feet shoulder-apart and pointing

foward.

• Sunglasses
• Suntan lotion
•

First-Aid kit

•

Sound-Signaling device (whistle)

•

Non-skid foot wear

It is important to wear an approved life-jacket or a personal flotation device.

The following list of equipment will make your experience safer and more

enjoyable.

Weather and water conditions:

Always verify the weather and water conditions in the area you will be

paddling. Your SUP is only designed for use in sheltered waters, lakes and

slow moving streams. Your SUP is not recommended for white water use.

NEVER go on water in severe winds, rain, thunderstorms, choppy waters,

strong currents, flood waters, or where tides will seriously affect your ability

to steer your SUP back to shore.

EQUIPMENT

SAFETY MEASURES & WARNING

All paddle sports can be dangerous and physically

challenging. Paddle sports can cause serious injuries or

death if appropriate safety measures are not followed.

The

user assumes all risks and accepts all & any respon-
sibility for any damage or injury that may occur.
Clear Water shall have no liability whatsoever for any
personal injury, accident or consequential damages.

We recommend that you receive instructions in

proper paddling techniques, safety and security on the

water and first aid techniques before using your SUP.

Our Owner’s Manual gives you a summary of the import-

ant points to follow for a pleasant and safe experience.

Hypothermia

Hypothermia is a dangerous drop in the body’s core

temperature below the normal level (37˚C or 98.6˚F). Marine

accidents are very dangerous and can be more so if you are

poorly prepared for the cold water.

Location

Make sure you are familiar with your surroundings. Avoid

standing on the board if there are docks, rocks or any

object that present falling hazard. Be aware of permitted

navigation hours and emergency services.

Physical Capacity

Realistically evaluate your physical capacities and resistance

should you have to swim to the shore.

Slippery Hull

Your board can be slippery when wet. Therefore, it is

recommended that you wear slip-resistant shoes.

Children

Never allow children to use the SUP without adult supervision.

Coast guard regulations

Always abide by Coast Guard regulations, State and local laws,

ordinances, and rules concerning boating and boating safety.

More warnings

• Keep your hand on paddle at all time.

• Make sure water is deep enough to avoid

damage to the fin.

• Never drag the SUP on the ground when fin is installed.

• Never go out on the water alone.

• Never tow this SUP behind a boat and/or motorized vehicle.

It is important to proceed with this registration

within 30 days following the product’s purchase date.

Registration can be done electronically at :

www.clearwaterleisure.com

Your SUP information

Serial #

(See metal plate at the back of the board)

Date of purchase

Store name and address

(Please keep following information along with this

user manual in a safe place for further reference.)

Maintenance

The best way to clean your SUP is with water. However,

with tougher stains, you can use soft soap and a non-abra-

sive plastic brush.

Storage

The easiest way to store your SUP is to lay it on a flat

surface. If your SUP remains outdoors, you should keep it

covered and out of direct sunlight. Do not leave any straps

tightly clinched around your SUP for long periods, especial-

ly in warm weather. This can distort the shape of the SUP.

Do not leave any weight on your SUP while in storage.

Warning

You may find an accumulation of water inside the board.

Clear Water SUP’s are equipped with drain plugs to remove

this accumulated water.

MAINTENANCE & STORAGE

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Limited Consumer Warranty

Clear Water

warrants your new SUP to be free from

defect in materials and workmanship, subject to the

following terms and conditions:

• Clear Water

warrants the hull of your new SUP to

be free from defects in materials and workmanship for

a period of 2 (two) years from the date of retail sale.

• The SUP components are covered for a period of 1

(one) year from the date of purchase.

• The warranty is applicable to Clear Water

products

registered and normally operated in North America.

Under this warranty, Clear Water

is limited to the

repair or replacement of the components at the option

of Clear Water

• This warranty is non-transferable to a subsequent

owner.

The following is not covered by this warranty:

• Damage due to misuse, accident, collision, etc.

• Clear Water

shall have no liability whatsoever for any

personal injury, accident or consequential damages.

• Wear-and-tear deterioration, discoloration, or fading,

etc.

• Commercial use or rental.

• Damage or surface corrosion caused by the environ-

ment.

in such connection except as specifically described in

this warranty.

All incidental and/or consequential damages are

excluded from this warranty. Implied warranties are

limited to the life or this warranty. Some states do

not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty

lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, so the above limitations or

exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

you special legal rights, and you may also have other

legal rights which may vary from state to state.

During the warranty period Clear Water

Leisure

Products is obliged only to repair or replace, at its

discretion, the above mentioned parts, at either

its manufacturing plant, or at an authorized dealer

store or service center, as decided by Clear Water

Transportation costs back to the appointed place

or repair or replacement are at the expense of the

consumer. Clear Water

is not responsible for any

damages incurred in transport, charges for storage

or transportation fees, nor for inconvenience or loss

of time or money while repairs are being made.

• Damage caused by the use of aggressive chemical

cleaning solvents.

• All incidental or consequential damages.

• Any damage incurred in transport from Clear Water

to the customer.

• Any transportation charges to and from an authorized

repair facility.

• Labor to install new or replacement components.

Customers are responsible for inspecting their SUP

upon arrival for any shipping damage and must notify

Clear Water

in writing within 5 (five) days of the date

of delivery (service@clearwaterleisure.com).

Transportation charges for hulls and / or replacement

components are the responsibility of the purchaser.

This warranty is limited to the purchase price of the

product, and is nontransferable to a subsequent owner.

Repair or return of board

All requests for a return authorization number must

be sent by email to service@clearwaterleisure.com.

The return of any board will not be accepted by Clear

Water

without an authorization number.

This warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty by

Clear Water

in connection with its board and Clear

Water

makes no warranties or representations,

expressed or implied (including warranties of

merchantability and or fitness for a particular purpose)

LIMITED 2 YEARS WARRANTY

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The corporation further certifies that this was the first

transfer of such new board in ordinary trade or commerce.

The undersigned corporation hereby certifies that the new

board described below, has been transferred this _____

day of __________, Year ________, on invoice # ________

to_________________________________________________
whose address is___________________________________

___________________________________________________

__________________________________________________ .
Type of boat: SUP
Model: 10'4" Clear Water SUP
Serial Number: ____________________________________

750, Route 9, Champlain, NY 12919 - USA

www.clearwaterleisure.com

MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION OF ORIGIN

President

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Clear Water

is a Registered Trademark of GSC Technologies Corporation.

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