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CHECKS ON THE NEW PARAGLIDER
Before delivery, as well as during production, each paraglider goes through a strict visual
inspection. Additionally we recommend that you to check your new glider in accordance
with the following points. We recommend that you make this check after flying extreme
manoeuvres or after tree landings or similar.
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Inspection of the canopy for tears or damage, especially the seams which join the
ribs to the upper and lower surfaces, but also the area of the attachment tapes and
brake-line connections.
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Inspection of the lines for damage to the stitches. The line lengths must be checked
after 50 hours flying time and whenever the flight behaviour of the glider changes.
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Inspection of attachment tapes for damage to the stitches. It is also important to
check the attachment tapes and brake-lines for tangles.
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Inspection of the risers for faultless condition. Rapid links must be secured.
With even slight damage the glider loses its airworthiness!
The brake lines lead from the trailing edge of the canopy to the main brake lines which
then run through pulleys on the D-risers to the brake handles. A mark on the main brake
line indicates the position of the brake handle.
The glider is delivered with a standard set-up and its speed can reach 36 - 38 km/h
depending on the weight of the pilot. The brake-lines should always be adjusted so that
the first brake-lines just come under tension when the brake handles have been pulled
5 - 10 cm. The test results relate to this brake-line adjustment. This adjustment, on the
one hand, allows sufficient brake to be applied during extreme flying situations and when
landing, while on the other hand, it ensures that the canopy is not permanently braked
(especially when fully accelerated). This trim should not be altered. In extreme situations
any other settings may lead to the glider reacting differently to versions which have been
tested.
NOTE!! If in doubt about the brake-line adjustment, it is preferable to leave them too
long, as any necessary shortening can easily be achieved by wrapping them round your
hand.
ADJUSTING BRAKE LINES
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The following information must not under any circumstances be taken as a
manual for practising paragliding. We would like to advise you of the Eden 4's
features and important information for your flying and security.
As for any aircraft a thorough pre-flight check must be made prior to each flight on the
Eden 4!
Before every launch check lines, risers and canopy for damage! Do not launch with even
the slightest damage!
Also check the maillons connecting the lines and the risers. They have to be closed tight.
Put on the harness with maximum care and check the handle of the safety system and
that all the flaps of the outer container are fastened securely and correctly. The main
karabiner must also be checked carefully. Replace it if any damage is visible, or
generally after 300 flying hours. Finally connect the risers to your harness with the main
karabiners.
Check carefully that they are properly closed.
Attention! Never fly with an open main karabiner! Do not take off if you find any
damage on your equipment!
Having unpacked and laid out the paraglider in a slight horseshoe pattern the following
checks must be made:
Preparing the wing:
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canopy without any damage
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risers without damage
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maillons (quick links) closed tight
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stitching of the main lines near the risers are o.k.
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all main lines run free from the riser to the canopy, brake lines are free
Putting on the harness:
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rescue handle and deployment pins secure
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buckles (leg- ,front riser) closed
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main karabiners
Before takeoff:
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speed-system mounted and connected properly
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risers not twisted
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brake handle in hands, brake lines free
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pilot's position relative to the wing (centred: all lines same tension)
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wind direction
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obstacles on the ground
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free airspace
Preparing for take off:
Checklist:
FLYING THE EDEN 4
