Lift Elite Hand Controller User Guide

What's Included

Your Elite Hand Controller package includes:

• Storage case
• USB-C charging cable
• Hand strap
• T10 Torx wrench
• Lift Elite Hand Controller

Note: The Elite Hand Controller is compatible with the LIFT4 eFoil and future Lift eFoil generations. Previous generation eFoil riders should use the Lift Classic Hand Controller.

Button Definitions

The hand controller features the following buttons:

• Power: Turns the hand controller on/off.
• Select: Toggles between Home Screens and confirms selections.
• Settings: Accesses the settings menu.
• Down: Navigates down or decreases values.
• Up: Navigates up or increases values.

The display shows:

• Speed (MPH or KM/H)
• eFoil Battery Percentage (%)
• Hand Controller Battery Percentage (%)
• Current (AMPS)
• Ride Time
• Distance Traveled

Powering Up

Press the Power button to turn on the hand controller. The Lift logo will appear during power up. The controller will automatically turn off after three minutes of inactivity. A forced restart can be performed by pressing and holding the Power button for five seconds.

Home Screens

Press Select to cycle through the three Home Screens. On Home Screen 1, use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the power level. On Home Screens 2 and 3, Up/Down adjusts power and returns to Home Screen 1.

Home Screen 1: Displays GPS status, speed, units, hand controller battery, eFoil battery, and governor motor power.

Home Screen 2: Displays speed, eFoil battery, hand controller battery, and total current being drawn.

Home Screen 3: Displays speed, eFoil battery, hand controller battery, ride time, and distance traveled. Press and hold Down for four seconds to reset ride time and distance.

Note: GPS signal acquisition may take up to 20 minutes upon initial connection.

Auxiliary Screens

Press and hold Select for one second from any Home Screen to access Auxiliary Screens. Repeat to return to a Home Screen.

• Auxiliary Screen 1: Displays Hand Controller Battery Charge percentage.
• Auxiliary Screen 2: Displays eFoil Component Temperatures (eFoil battery, electrical contacts, eBox). Temperatures will be blank if not connected to a board.
• Auxiliary Screen 3: Displays Hand Controller Board Signal Strength (Transmitting and Receiving values). Lower numbers indicate better signal strength.

Contact Lift Technical Support for signal strength inquiries.

Settings Menu

Access the Settings menu to configure your controller:

• Board Pairing: Manually initiate the pairing process with your eFoil.
• Screen Brightness: Adjust LCD backlight (AUTO, LOW, MED, HIGH). AUTO uses an ambient light sensor; LOW conserves battery.
• Change Units: Switch between metric (km, km/h, Celsius) and imperial (miles, mph, Fahrenheit) units. Imperial is the default.
• Smartphone Pairing for Updates: Connect to the Lift app (iOS/Android) to update controller firmware. Follow in-app instructions. Do not power off during updates.
• Info/About: View controller and board firmware versions. Perform a factory reset from this screen.

Pairing the Hand Controller to the Lift eFoil

There are three pairing methods:

1. AUTO-PAIR PROCESS: After powering up, the controller attempts automatic pairing. Ensure both controller and eFoil are off. Turn on the eBox, press and hold the Relay button for three seconds to enter pairing mode. Power on the hand controller. It will display 'Attempting to Pair' and then 'Paired with Board' upon successful connection. This process occurs on first use or after a factory reset.
2. PAIR THROUGH THE SETTINGS MENU: Navigate to Settings > Board Pairing to connect to a different board.
3. PAIR WITH THE SELECT AND POWER BUTTONS: Hold both Select and Power buttons during Lift initialization. The controller will attempt to pair for 45 seconds. If unsuccessful, 'Unable to Pair' will display. Once paired, the controller is tethered to that board. If the board is off or out of range, 'Lost Connection' will appear. Press Select to cancel pairing.

Note: The Elite Hand Controller is only compatible with the LIFT4 eFoil and future models. Previous generation eFoils require the Lift Classic Hand Controller.

Charging the Hand Controller

Attach the magnetic USB-C charging cable to the port on the underside of the controller. Plug into a USB-C power source. The green LED next to the Lift logo will blink while charging and remain solid when fully charged. Charging is faster when the controller is powered off. A full charge takes approximately two hours from depletion. Ensure the charge port is clean and free of debris.

Installing the Hand Strap

For secure use, install the hand strap before riding. Thread the strap through the upper and lower anchors on the controller, choosing the side that suits your dominant hand. Adjust the strap for a snug fit and tuck excess ends into the fabric panel.

Adjusting the Trigger Position

Customize trigger placement for comfort:

1. Insert the T10 Torx wrench into the trigger bolt and turn counterclockwise to loosen.
2. Slide the trigger along its rail to the desired position.
3. Tighten the bolt clockwise with the wrench. Do not overtighten.

Warnings and Screen Guide

• Lost Connection: Weak signal or disconnection. Move closer to the board or re-pair.
• Tilt: Board at a severe angle. Disables motor. Re-orient board upright.
• Low Battery (eFoil): eFoil battery at or below 10%. Return to shore.
• Critical Low Battery (eFoil): eFoil battery at or below 5%. Return to shore immediately.
• Hand Controller Low Battery: Controller battery at 10% or lower. Charge needed.
• eFoil Battery Over Temperature: eFoil battery too hot. Speed will reduce to zero. Reduce power or move to a cooler environment.
• eBox Over Temperature: eBox too hot. Speed will reduce to zero. Ensure water lines are connected.
• Electrical Contacts Over Temperature: Plugs too hot. Trigger will not engage motor. Ensure all plugs are seated.
• Over Current: Excessive current draw from eFoil battery. eFoil disabled. Return to lower power draw. Release trigger to reset.
• Trigger Sensor: Trigger detected in abnormal position. Motor disabled. Ensure trigger is in neutral position at startup.

Factory Reset

To reset all settings to default:

1. From the 'About' screen, highlight the Reset icon.
2. Press Select.
3. Press Yes.

The hand controller will power down and enter auto-pair mode upon restart.

Maintenance and Storage

Turn off the hand controller before dismounting or removing the board from water. Rinse the controller in fresh water and dry it. Store in the provided protective case, ideally the Lift Propulsion Case. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Ideal storage temperatures are 32-86°F (0-30°C); acceptable range is 14-104°F (-10-40°C). Storing outside these ranges can drain the battery faster.

Customer Support

The Elite Hand Controller has a two-year manufacturer's limited warranty. For details, visit www.liftfoils.com. For questions about your Lift eFoil, accessories, or gear, contact Lift Foils at help@liftfoils.com or +1 (787) 609-6198.