Niviuk IKUMA P, User Manual

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you were to inflate it.
Check the condition of the fabric and the lines for abnormalities. Identify,
and if necessary disentangle the A, B’, B and C lines, the brake lines and
the corresponding risers. Make sure that there are no knots.
2.3 HARNESS ASSEMBLY
Correctly connect the risers to the harness’ carabiners. The risers and 6
lines should not have any twists and be sorted in the right order. Check
that the harness buckles are fully locked and secured in place.
2.4 HARNESS TYPE
The IKUMA P has been certified as an EN B with a harness according to
the following norms:
• 2. DV LuftGerPV §1, Nr. 7 c (LTF)
• European Standard EN1651
• European Standard EN12491
This certification allows it to be flown with most of the harnesses on the
market, even the ones that use a pod. We strongly recommend that you
adjust the distance of the chest strap according the parameters used
during certification. This varies according to the size of the chosen harness.
Small = 44 cm
Medium = 45 cm
Large = 46 cm
Incorrect chest strap adjustments can affect glider/harness behaviour
and thus glider handling. Too wide a distance between the carabiners will
provide greater feedback from the wing, but less glider stability. Too narrow
a distance will not bring as much feedback, in addition to increasing the
risk of experiencing a riser twist during a collapse.
We recommend referring to the harness’ instruction manual and the
certification test report outlining the chest strap length adjustments used
during these tests.
2.5 SPEED SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
The acceleration mechanism of the IKUMA P 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 is fit by yourself before 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 try the correct fitting of the acceleration system
on equipment designed to do this, most paragliding schools have this
sort of equipment.
2.6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND
Once all the gear is checked and deemed safe to use, inflate the IKUMA
P and ground handle it as much as possible to become familiar with
the wing’s behaviour. The IKUMA P inflates easily and smoothly. An
excess of energy is not necessary and the wing will inflate with minimum
pressure on the harness when you move forward. 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 the correct pressure on the brake lines and the IKUMA P will
sit over your head.