AirDesign RIDE 3, Manual And Service Book

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dangerous problem. Extreme manoeuvres also expose your glider to forces which may damage
it.
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Practice these techniques under qualified supervision preferably during a safety
training course
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Before initiating a manoeuvre make sure that the airspace below is clear of
obstructions or other pilots.
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During manoeuvres watch both the glider and altitude above the ground.
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Maintenance and Repairs
The materials used to construct your RIDE3 have been carefully chosen for maximum
durability. If you treat your glider carefully and follow these guidelines it will last you a long
time. Excessive wear can occur by bad ground-handling, careless packing, unnecessary
exposure to UV light, exposure to chemicals, heat and moisture.
Ground-handling
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Choose a suitable area to launch your glider. Lines caught on roots or rocks lead to
unnecessary strain on the attachment tabs during inflation. Snagging lines may rip
the canopy fabric or damage lines.
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When landing, never let the canopy fall on its leading edge. The sudden pressure
increase can severely damage the air-resistant coating of the canopy as well as
weaken the ribs and seams.
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Dragging the glider over grass, soil, sand or rocks, will significantly reduce its lifetime
and can cause a damage on the sail.
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When preparing for launch or when ground-handling, be sure not to step on any of
the lines or the canopy fabric.
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Don't tie any knots in the lines.
This glider will remain airworthy and in good condition for many years, if well cared for and
packed correctly.
Packing the glider:
In general, the RIDE don’t need to be packed in a special way. If the glider is stored or not
flown often then we advise to pack accordingly to our recommended packing style.
We recommended to concertina pack your glider by folding it rib onto rib, in order to preserve
the shape of the leading edge and therefore help maintain inflation characteristics and
performance.
The RIDE3 has nylon wire support in the leading edge which cannot break, but if packed badly
(bending during packing) and stored for a long time may deform.
The AIRPack inner-bag can help you to pack easily and properly.
For details see the accessories section of the www.ad-gliders.com website.
Packing Recommendations for your AirDesign Glider.
1. Lay the lines / Risers / harness at the trailing edge of the wing. Collect the lines together and
lay them as much as possible on top of the wing fabric. This protects the lines during packing