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Gradient s.r.o., Plzenska 221/130, 150 00 Praha 5, tel+fax +420257216319, www.gradient.cx, [email protected].

The only admissible repairs done on lines are those where the damaged lines are changed for 

new ones. Lines must be exclusively supplied by Gradient, an authorised dealer or authorised 

service centre. When ordering new lines use the codes in the attached line diagram. Use the 

code “G4” (Golden4) and tell us the size your glider followed by the line code. For example, 

the outside long line in row A for a Golden4 28 is: ‘G4 28 A 1.3.’

 

An  exception  to  this  is  an  emergency  repair  while  out  flying.  For  this  purpose  Gradient 

encloses a spare line with every Golden4 with a prepared loop on one end. To get the right 

length adjust it according to the same line on the opposite side of the canopy and then, if 

necessary, attach your brake handle. As soon as you can, change the line for an original one 

from your authorised Gradient service centre.
After changing any lines a thorough pre-flight check must be done. Don’t hesitate to ask your 

instructor or an experienced colleague for help. If you’re not sure, entrust the job to either 

the manufacturer or an authorised Gradient dealer.

9. Enjoy your flying

Even though the Golden4 has outstanding performance and stability it must be understood 

that even the safest paraglider is an aircraft and that all air sports can be relatively dangerous. 
Remember that your safety lies in your own hands and that “lucky pilots are well prepared 

pilots”.
Never underestimate weather conditions. And never forget that you are flying for pleasure 

and not to become a ‘fallen hero’. Remember this and the fun that only free-flying can bring 

will be yours.
We believe that your sensible attitude and the flight characteristics of your Golden4 will 

combine to ensure you have many hours of fantastic flying.

GRADIENT wishes you many fabulous flights and happy landings.

               Ondřej Dupal                                                                                         Václav Sýkora

                   Director                                                                                                   Designer

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Summary of Contents for Golden4

Page 1: ...en User manual de Betriebshandbuch fr Manuel d utilisation cz U ivatelsk p ru ka...

Page 2: ...ight 5 5 1 Standard flight regime 5 5 1 1 Pre flight inspection 5 5 1 2 Launch 5 5 1 3 Flight 6 5 1 4 Landing 6 5 2 Fast descent 6 5 2 1 Big ears 6 5 2 2 B line stall 6 5 2 3 Spiral dive 7 5 3 SIV man...

Page 3: ...plicity is the art of building a Gradient wing We believe that you will love your new glider s flight characteristics and construction This manual provides information which will help you fly safely a...

Page 4: ...ers and a new rucksack inner bag and riser bag Length of the Golden4 risers mm Size 22 A1 A2 B C non accelerated 440 440 440 accelerated 320 340 440 Size 24 A1 A2 B C non accelerated 460 460 460 accel...

Page 5: ...ered 1 3 mm 140 daN Aramid PES Edelrid 7343 190 covered 1 5 mm 190 daN Aramid PES Edelrid 7343 240 covered 1 8 mm 240 daN Aramid PES Edelrid 7343 280 covered 2 0 mm 280 daN Aramid PES Risers Fabric co...

Page 6: ...that you act wisely when adjusting brake line length and change the length in small successive steps If you need to adjust brakes back to the basic position and the marks on the main brake lines are v...

Page 7: ...alittle braketobothsides Flyingwithalittlebrakeappliedwillalsohelptopreventdeflationsandgive youmorefeedbackaboutwhattheairisdoingandhowthegliderisreacting Respondingcorrectly totheparaglider smovemen...

Page 8: ...area of the glider is reduced equally on both sides of the wing The size of the deflated area depends on how deeply the lines are pulled down or on the number of lines pulled one or two outer lines on...

Page 9: ...ent is efficient and automatic Rapid altitude loss and considerable rotational forces may develop during unstable manoeuvres Take account of these factors when throwing your reserve 5 3 1 Asymmetric C...

Page 10: ...ng the brake on the other side Because the stalled side falls back the canopy suffers airflow disruption over one half of the wing which results in a spin and a rapid loss of altitude Recovery Under n...

Page 11: ...Clean the glider with clean lukewarm water only For long term storage don t pack the glider too tightly Store it in a cold dry and well ventilated room After tree or water landings always examine the...

Page 12: ...line for an original one from your authorised Gradient service centre After changing any lines a thorough pre flight check must be done Don t hesitate to ask your instructor or an experienced colleag...

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Page 14: ...Gradient s r o Plzenska 221 130 Tel Fax 420 257 216 319 gradient gradient cx www gradient cx...

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