Niviuk ICEPEAK 3 22, User Manual

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nb. incorrect adjustment can seriously affect the piloting of the glider. a
distance, which is too wide between the karabiners, may provide more
feedback but could affect the overall stability of the glider. a distance, which
is too narrow between the karabiners, would provide less feedback but also
increase any risk of developing a twist in during a large collapse.
2.5 AsseMBlY OF THe ACCelerATOr
The acceleration mechanism of the iCePeaK 3 works when you push with your
feet on the accelerator bar, this is supplied with the equipment. on delivery
the accelerator bar has not yet been installed and it is recommended that it be
correctly fit before your first flight. Most harnesses are equipped with a pre-
installed acceleration system. When fitting any accelerator system ensure that all
preinstalled items within the harness, such as roller pulleys are used correctly. after
fitting, take into account that you will have to adjust the length of the accelerator
lines for correct use. This will vary according to the length of the pilot’s legs!
We recommend that you carry out the fitting of the acceleration system,
whilst suspended and sat in the harness, most paragliding schools have this
sort of specialised equipment.
2.6 INsPeCTIONs ANd WING INFlATION ON THe GrOUNd
once you have checked all the equipment and made sure that the wind
conditions are suitable, inflate your iCePeaK 3 as many times as necessary in
order to become acquainted with the wing’s behaviour. The iCePeaK 3 inflates
easily and smoothly. an excess of energy is not necessary and the wing will
inflate with minimum pressure on the harness. This may be assisted by using
the a lines. Do not pull on them, just accompany the natural rising movement
of the wing. once the wing is in the 12 o’clock position, simply apply correct
pressure on the brake lines and the iCePeaK 3 will sit over your head.
2.7 AdJUsTING THe BrAKes
The length of the main brake lines is adjusted at the factory to the length
established during certification. However, the length can be changed to
adapt to the pilot’s flying style. nevertheless, we recommend that you fly for
a while with these, set at the original length. if you then decide to change
the length of the brake lines, untie the knot, slide the line through the brake
link to the desired length, and strongly re-tie the knot. Qualified personnel
should carry out this adjustment. You must ensure that this adjustment does
not slow down the glider without any pilot input. both brake lines should be
symmetrical and measure the same length. The most recommended knots
are the clove hitch knot or bowline knot.
If you do change the length of the brake line, take care to then adjust the
accelerator accordingly. It is important that the brakes are released when
you push on the speed bar. If you have tension on the brake lines whilst
you are accelerating the possibility of a frontal collapse is increased.
This is because, by applying accelerator pressure and brake pressure at
the same time the profile will have changed dramatically and have been
pushed beyond its preferred operating limits. It should be noted that whilst
accelerating the C riser will naturally move upwards and apply tension to
the brake lines.
2.8 HOW Use THe TrIM
The iCePeaK 3 has trimmers to optimise your performance in varying
conditions. However, whilst becoming acquainted with the glider we would
advise you don’t change the position of the trimmers and fly at first with them
set in the neutral position. Throughout the flight, on launch, in the air and prior
to landing it is imperative that whatever positions the trimmers are set, they
always remain symmetrical.
3. THE FIRST FLIGHT
3.1 CHOOse THe rIGHT PlACe
We recommend that the first flight with your iCePeaK 3 be made on a
smooth slope (a school slope) or in your usual flying area.