Niviuk PEAK 23, User Manual

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know how to carry out the exit methods.
To exit this manoeuvre you must progressively release the inside brake and
also momentarily apply outside brake. Whilst doing this you must also lean
your bodyweight towards the outside. This exit manoeuvre has to be carried
out gradually and with smooth movements so you can feel the pressure and
speed changes at the same time.
The after effect of the exit manoeuvre is that the glider will rock briefl y with
lateral surge, depending on how the manoeuvre has been carried out.
Practice these movements at suffi cient altitude and with moderation.
6. SPECIAL METHODS
6.1 TOWING
The PEAK does not experience any problem whilst being towed. Only
qualifi ed personnel should handle the qualifi ed equipment to carry out this
operation. The wing has to be infl ated in the same way as in normal fl ight.
6.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT
Although the PEAK has been tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme
situations, it HAS NOT been designed for acrobatic fl ight and we DO
NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF THIS GLIDER for that use. We consider
acrobatic fl ight to be any form of piloting that is different to normal fl ight. To
learn safely how to master acrobatic manoeuvres you should attend lessons,
which are carried out and supervised by a qualifi ed instructor over water.
Extreme manoeuvres take you and your wing to centrifugal forces that can
reach 4 to 5g. Materials will wear more quickly than in normal fl ight.
7. FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS
The PEAK has a complex leading edge, manufactured using a variety of
different materials. For that reason, the use of a correct folding method is
very important for extending the useful life of your paraglider. It should be
folded like an accordion, with the leading edge reinforcements fl at and the
rigifoils positioned one upon the other. This method will ensure that the
profi le remains in good shape without altering its form or its performance.
During folding take care not to bend or twist the leading edge rigifoils. The
wing does not have to be tightly folded, if you do so it may damage the
material and or the lines.
8. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
8.1 MAINTENANCE
Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued performance.
The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed, if they become dirty,
clean them gently with a soft damp cloth.
If your wing becomes wet with salty water, immerse it in fresh water and dry it
away from direct sunlight.
The sunlight may damage the materials of your wing and cause premature
aging. Once you have landed, do not leave the wing in the sun, store it
properly.
If you use your wing in a sandy area, try to avoid the sand from entering the
cell openings of the leading edge. If sand is inside the wing, remove it
before folding.
Competition lines, which were used in the past, were more vulnerable to
premature wear and ageing but the new line materials used on the PEAK now
ensure a much longer working life. However they still demand regular checks
with careful attention to wear and tear. We advise a full inspection of the lines
every 100 hours at a specialised paragliding repair centre. Rocks and hard
ground are obviously far more abrasive than grassed areas, that’s why we do
not advise the PEAK for ground handling practice
8.2 STORAGE
It is important that the wing is correctly folded when stored. Store your
fl ying equipment in a cool, dry place away from solvents, fuels or oils. It
is not advisable to store your fl ying equipment in the trunk of your car.
Temperatures inside a car parked in the sunlight, can be very high. Inside a