APCO Aviation Play 42 MK-II, Manual

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Avoid sharp bending and squeezing of lines.
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Take care that people do not step on the lines.
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Do not pull on the lines if they are caught on rocks or vegetation.
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Avoid getting the lines wet. If they do get wet, dry them as soon as possible at
room temperature and never store them wet.
IT IS
STRICTLY RECOMMENDED TO CHANGE THE BOTTOM LINES ON EVERY
PARAGLIDER ONCE A YEAR OR EVERY 100 HOURS, WHICH EVER COMES
FIRST. THE REST OF THE LINES MUST BE CHECKED YEARLY AND REPLACED
IF NECESSARY. THIS RECOMMENDATION IS IN LINE WITH ISRAELI
REGULATIONS, BINDING IN ISRAEL. AS AN ALTERNATIVE, WE SUGGEST FOR
YOU TO FOLLOW THE REGULATIONS SET BY YOUR NATIONAL AUTHORITIES
WITH REGARD TO LINE MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT.
NEVER REPLACE THE LINES WITH DIFFERENT DIAMETER OR TYPE OF LINES
AS ALL GLIDERS WERE LOAD TESTED FOR SAFETY IN THEIR ORIGINAL
CONFIGURATION. CHANGING LINE DIAMETER/STRENGTHS CAN HAVE FATAL
CONSEQUENCES.
Every six months one lower A, B, C and D line must be tested for minimum 50 % of
the rated strength. If the line fails under the load test or does not return to its
specified length all the corresponding lines must be replaced.
Professional use of gliders: towing, tandem, schooling and competition flying requires
more frequent line inspection and replacement of A, B, C, D and brake lines.
13 LAUNCHING
As this is not a training manual we will not attempt to teach you proper launch
techniques. We briefly cover the different launch techniques to help you get the most
out of your glider.
13.1 LAYOUT
Pre-flight check should be done before every flight. Spread the glider on the ground.
Spread the lines, dividing them into groups A, B, C, D and brake lines left and right.
Make sure the lines are free and not twisted or knotted. Make sure all the lines are on
top of the glider and that there are none caught on vegetation or rocks under the
glider. Lay out the glider in a horseshoe shape. This method insures that all the lines
are equally tensioned on launch, and results in an even inflation. The Mylar rib
section and the Flexon™ rib reinforcements will keep the leading edge open for easy
inflation.
The most common reason for a bad launch is a bad layout!
13.2 ALPINE LAUNCH OR FORWARD LAUNCH
The Play42 has very good launch behaviour in no wind conditions. For best
results we recommend the following techniques: Lay out the glider and position
yourself at the center of the wing with the lines almost tight. With a positive and
constant force inflate the wing holding only the A-risers, and smoothly increase your
running speed. The wing will quickly inflate and settle overhead. The pilot might have
to apply some brake to stop the wing from overshooting the pilot on an aggressive
run. After releasing the A-risers, apply about 15% brakes and the Play42 will gently
lift you off the ground.
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