Niviuk HOOK 5 P, User Manual

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8. Thread the reinforced end tab through the loop at the other end.
9. Pull the tab tight to secure the knot and connection.
The use of these technologies is a big technological leap forward in
building wings and a big improvement in flight comfort.
For the HOOK 5 P lines, Liros Dyneema is combined with Edelrid aramid
in the mid/gallery lines and the main lines are made from sheathed TNL.
Both the Dyneema and the aramid lines are unsheathed, which makes
them exposed to the abrasions common in our sport. This means that
the lines must be professionally checked periodically every 100 flight
hours. This means that we must be aware that the glider is made from
high-performance materials that need a thorough pre-flight check before
each flight.
For the construction process of the Hook 5 P we use the same criteria,
quality controls and manufacturing processes as in the rest of our range.
From Olivier Nef’s computer to fabric cutting, the operation does not
allow for even a millimetre of error. The cutting of each wing component
is performed by a rigorous, extremely meticulous, automated computer
laser-cutting robotic arm.
This program also paints the guideline markers and numbers on each
individual fabric piece, thus avoiding errors during this delicate process.
The jigsaw puzzle assembly is made easier using this method and
optimises the operation while making the quality control more efficient.
All Niviuk gliders go through an extremely thorough and detailed final
inspection. The canopy is cut and assembled under strict quality control
conditions facilitated by the automation of this process.
Every wing is individually checked with a final visual inspection.
The fabric used to manufacture the glider is light, resistant and durable.
The fabric will not experience fading and is covered by our warranty.
The line diameter has been calculated depending on the workload and
aims to achieve the required best performance with the least drag. The
sheath protects the line cores from UV rays and abrasions.
The lines are semi-automatically cut to length and all the sewing is
completed under the supervision of our specialists.
Every line is checked and measured once the final assembly is
concluded.
Each glider is packed following specific maintenance instructions as
recommended by the fabric manufacturer.
Niviuk gliders are made of premium materials that meet the requirements
of performance, durability and certification that the current market
demands.
Information about the various materials used to manufacture the wing
can be viewed in the final pages of this manual.
1.5 ELEMENTS, COMPONENTS
The HOOK 5 P is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly
assist you in the maintenance of your paraglider:
- A Kargo bag. This bag is large enough to hold all equipment
comfortably and with plenty of space.
- An inner bag to protect the wing during storage and transport.
- An adjustable compression strap to compress the inner bag and reduce
its volume.
- A protective riser bag to avoiding damage.
- A repair kit with self-adhesive Ripstop tape in the same colour as the
wing and spare O-rings to protect the maillons.