Flow Paragliders Cosmos Power Series, Manual

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5. TAKE-OFF, FLIGHT, AND FLYING TECHNIQUES
We know that for the PPG pilot, the take-off and landing phase are crucial, and
Cosmos Power’s design is such that launching and landing are both
straight forward and predictable. Cosmos Power’s good efficiency allow for low take-off and landing speeds with good flare characteristics and
short take off distances. Cosmos Power is damped in both roll and pitch with a good speed range, making it ideal for relaxed cruising flights.
5.1 Hang point
Select the appropriate hang point (upper or lower) according to your harness/power unit system, connect to your power unit and adjust the brake
line length accordingly (standard or +10cm from standard).
From the factory Cosmos Power is setup as a mid-hang point. Both main brake line and tip steering line are setup perfectly for that setup.
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For a high hang point setup make sure you lengthen the brake lines by about 3cm (main brake line and tip steering line).
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For a low hang point setup make sure you shorten the brake lines by about 3cm (main brake line and tip steering line).
5.2 Before Take-off
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Check the canopy for rips or tears. Also, inspect the internal structure (ribs, diagonals) and seams.
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Check if lines are not damaged or tangled.
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Check if the quick links connection between lines to the risers are undamaged and tightened.
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Check if the risers are not damaged or twisted.
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Check if the speed system works freely and that the lines are long enough.
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Check that the brake handles are correctly attached and that each line runs freely through the pulley.
5.3 Take-off
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Lay the paraglider out with the leading edge in a horseshoe shape.
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The glider shoul d be trimmed “neutral” with the rear riser system pulled shut (see trimmer section below). With the trimmer system fully
closed the aero foil is at its most efficient and at its slowest speed.
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Hold the A risers close to the quick links and move forward until the lines get stretched. You should now be perfectly centred with your
wing. With no wind or light headwind, with lines stretched, Cosmos Power inflates rapidly and rises over your head with some dynamic
steps. We recommend that you do not pull risers too forward or down, which could cause a collapse of the leading edge, but simply follow
them until the glider reaches its angle of flight. It is important that the centre of gravity of your body stays in front of your feet during the
inflation of the glider to constantly load the risers. A controlled inflation allows you to check the canopy and lines during the last phase as