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Summary of Contents for KOYOT 4

Page 1: ...KOYOT 4 User s manual...

Page 2: ...user manual and we recommend you read it carefully The NIVIUK Gliders Team USER S MANUAL NIVIUK Gliders KOYOT 4 This manual provides you with the necessary information on the main characteristics of...

Page 3: ...IN FLIGHT 10 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 10 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS 10 4 3 ACCELERATED FLIGHT 12 4 4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES 12 4 5 KNOT S IN FLIGHT 12 5 LOSING ALTITUD 13 5 1 BIG EARS 13 5 2 B3...

Page 4: ...different size wings will react differently during manoeuvres Even within the same size at maximum or minimum load the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary Description of flight characteristi...

Page 5: ...or parasitic drag This optimises glide in all phases of the flight Because the flexible rods always return to their original shape the integrity of the profile is never affected Nitinol provides the h...

Page 6: ...erials used to manufacture the wing can be viewed in the final pages of this manual 1 5 ELEMENTS COMPONENTS The KOYOT 4 is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly assist you in the ma...

Page 7: ...see below The speed system is engaged when the pilot pushes the speed bar included as standard with this glider model with their feet see 2 5 1 Speed system assembly The speed system uses an action re...

Page 8: ...hould 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 t...

Page 9: ...is especially important Choose an appropriate location facing the wind Position the paraglider in a crescent configuration to facilitate inflation A clean wing layout will ensure a trouble free take...

Page 10: ...o long in case this induces a stall If you have to take corrective action make the input then re establish the correct flying speed 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS To become familiar with the possible inc...

Page 11: ...ble with this wing If it did enter into a parachutal stall the wing loses forward motion becomes unstable and there is a lack of pressure on the brake lines although the canopy appears to be fully inf...

Page 12: ...pull on the brake lines is recommended to increase the wing s incidence angle Remember to re establish the air speed after correcting the angle of attack It is NOT recommended to accelerate near obst...

Page 13: ...brakes This can obviously lead to a significant speed decrease In KOYOT 4s with a very pronounced arc pulling big ears means an increase in drag On a very arched wing the ears do not fold they just h...

Page 14: ...e KOYOT 4 The airflow over the profile is interrupted and the wing enters a situation similar to parachuting To enter this manoeuvre the B risers are gripped below the maillons and symmetrically pulle...

Page 15: ...ECIAL METHODS 6 1 TOWING The KOYOT 4 does not experience any problem whilst being towed Only qualified winch personnel should handle the certified equipment to carry out this operation The wing must b...

Page 16: ...the sun Pack it properly and stow it away in its backpack If your wing is wet from contact with salt water immerse it in fresh water and dry it away from direct sunlight 7 2 STORAGE It is important f...

Page 17: ...vere life changing injuries to the pilot or even death Manufacturers and dealers cannot be held responsible for your decisions actions or accidents that may result from participating in this sport You...

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Page 20: ...m2 18 75 20 45 22 16 23 86 26 42 CORD MAXIMUM m 2 64 2 76 2 87 2 98 3 14 LINES TOTAL m 220 226 240 245 263 MAIN 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 RISERS NUMBER 3 1 A A B C A A B C A A B C A A B...

Page 21: ...CK SPORTWARE CO CHINA THREAD SERAFIL 60 AMAN GERMANY SUSPENSION LINES FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER CASCADES TNL 80 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN UPPER CASCADES TNL 140 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 80...

Page 22: ...10 3 RISERS PLAN 22...

Page 23: ...10 4 SUSPENSION PLAN 23...

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Page 25: ...0 340 340 383 470 A B C D BR 1 6688 6573 6634 6759 7693 2 6655 6539 6606 6731 7333 3 6615 6512 6582 6703 7196 4 6578 6480 6555 6667 7034 5 6513 6440 6538 6657 6852 6 6394 6334 6419 6524 6868 7 6322 62...

Page 26: ...7596 4 6952 6848 6929 7047 7427 5 6891 6809 6911 7031 7237 6 6766 6699 6787 6892 7254 7 6685 6648 6757 6838 7318 8 6478 6429 6325 7159 9 6209 6248 6997 10 6893 A A B C 470 470 470 470 340 340 383 470...

Page 27: ...A 3 A 4 A 5 A 6 A 7 A 8 A 9 A 10 A 11 A 12 A 13 A 14 A 15 A 16 A 17 A 18 A 19 A 20 A 21 A 22 A 23 0 Classification A In accordance with standards EN 926 2 2013 EN 926 1 2015 LTF 91 09 PG_1547 2019 Da...

Page 28: ...4 A 5 A 6 A 7 A 8 A 9 A 10 A 11 A 12 A 13 A 14 A 15 A 16 A 17 A 18 A 19 A 20 A 21 A 22 A 23 0 Classification A In accordance with standards EN 926 2 2013 EN 926 1 2015 LTF 91 09 PG_1550 2019 Date of i...

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