Gin Gliders Gingo Airlite L, Manual

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IMPORTANT: In normal flight, periodically feel
the position of the rescue handle so that the
action of reaching for the rescue handle is
instinctive in an emergency.
WARNING: During any incident in flight,
always monitor your altitude. If you have
any doubt that you have sufficient height
for recovery, deploy your reserve without
hesitation. “If low, then
throw”.
Are all buckles, belts, zips securely fastened? Buckles should click into place as you close them,
and a gentle pull on the fastened buckle verifies this. Secure any zips after fastening the buckles.
Take extra care in snowy or sandy environments.
Is the paraglider connected correctly to the harness with both carabiners secured by their
locking mechanisms?
Is the speed bar attached correctly to the glider?
Are all pockets closed properly and any loose items tied down safely?
Is the air chamber intake open and clear?
Have you closed your leg and chest straps? Double check before you take off!
Rescue Deployment
In the event of an emergency, you must quickly evaluate your height and the seriousness of
the incident. A seconds hesitation in deploying the reserve could prove fatal if there is insufficient
height. On the other hand, deploying the rescue when the glider is recoverable may result in
needless injury.
If you decide to deploy the rescue:
Look for the rescue handle and grasp it firmly with one hand
Pull forwards and upwards on the handle to release the deployment bag from the rescue
container.
Look for a clear area, and in a continuous motion, throw (and RELEASE!) the rescue away from
yourself and the glider, preferably into the air stream or against the direction of spin. After
deployment, avoid entanglement and pendulum motions by promptly pulling in the glider as
symmetrically as possible with the B, C, D or brake lines.
On landing take an upright body position and be prepared to do a PLF (Parachute Landing Fall) to
minimize the risk of injury.