Niviuk KLIMBER P, User Manual

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which is very useful for some models of harnesses.
2.6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND
After your gear has been thoroughly checked and the weather conditions
deemed favourable for flying, inflate your KLIMBER P as many times as
necessary to familiarise yourself with its behaviour. Inflating the KLIMBER
P is easy and should not require a great deal of physical effort. Inflate
the wing with a little pressure from the body using 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 inflated to the
overhead position, appropriate control with the brakes will be sufficient to
hold it there.
2.7 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
The length of the main brake lines are adjusted at the factory and
conform to the length stipulated during certification. However, they can
be changed to suit the pilot’s flying style. It is advisable to fly with the
original setting for a period of time to get used to the actual behaviour of
the KLIMBER P. In case it is necessary to modify the brake length, loosen
the knot, slide the line through the brake handle to the desired point and
re-tighten the knot firmly.
Only qualified personnel should carry out this adjustment. You must
ensure that the modification does not affect the trailing edge and
slow the glider down without pilot input. Both brake lines should be
symmetrical and of the same length. We recommend using a clove hitch
or bowline knot.
When changing the brake length, it is necessary to check that they do
not engage when the speed-bar is used. When we accelerate, the glider
rotates over the C-riser and the trailing edge elevates. It is important
to check that the brake is adjusted to take into consideration this extra
distance during acceleration. With this profile deformation there is a risk
of generating turbulence and causing a frontal or asymmetric collapse.
3. THE FIRST FLIGHT
3.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION
For the first flight we recommend going to your usual flying area and that
a qualified instructor is present and supervising the entire procedure.
3.2 PREPARATION
Repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 UNPACKING AND
ASSEMBLY to prepare your equipment.
3.3 FLIGHT PLAN
Planning a flight before taking off to avoid possible problems later is
always a good idea.
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK
Once ready, but before taking off, conduct another equipment inspection.
Conduct a thorough visual check of your gear with the wing fully open,
the lines untangled and properly laid out on the ground to ensure that all
is in working order. Be certain the weather conditions are suited to your
flying skill level.
3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL AND TAKEOFF
Smoothly and progressively inflate the wing. The KLIMBER P inflates
quickly and does not require additional force. The wing rises fast and the
pilot must anticipate this in order to have control during this phase. The
wing will take the load immediately, making it easier to take off in rough
terrain.
If the wind permits, we recommend a reverse launch, as this allows a