Niviuk R-BUS, User Manual

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always a good idea.
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST
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 TAKE-OFF
Smoothly and progressively inflate the wing. The R-BUS comes up easily,
without requiring additional energy, and does not overfly the pilot. It is
a straight forward exercise leaving enough time for the pilot to decide
whether to accelerate and take off or not.
Correctly setting up the wing on the ground before take off 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 off.
3.6 LANDING
The R-BUS lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into lift at the
pilot’s demand, allowing an enormous margin of error. Wrapping the brake
lines around your hand to get greater braking efficiency is not necessary.
3.7 FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS
The R-BUS has a complex leading edge, manufactured using a variety
of different materials and it must be packed carefully. A correct folding
method is very important to extend the useful life of your paraglider.
It should be concertina-packed, with the leading edge reinforcements flat
and the flexible rods stacked one on top of the other. This method will
keep the profile in its original shape and protect the integrity of the wing
over time. Make sure the reinforcements are not bent or folded. It should
not be folded too tightly to avoid damage to the cloth and/or lines.
The Niviuk Koli Bag is designed for ultra-fast packing and can easily be
carried as a backpack.
It allows you to unpack the wing quickly and easily. Just place the wing
inside the Koli Bag and secure it with the compression straps.
Perfect for short walks or to transport the wing in the car without the risk
of damage.
It has two adjustable straps and a small inner pocket to avoid the risers
getting tangled with the lines.
4. IN FLIGHT
Note that glider behaviour can vary, depending on size or wing-loading
for the same size. Even within the same size, at maximum or minimum
load, the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary.
The performance and speed of the R-BUS depend on the engine power
and wing-loading.
With the RSP (Reflex System Profile) the engine does not need much
power to achieve greater thrust, resulting in less consumption, more
autonomy, less need for power, better durability, mechanical efficiency
and increased performance.
However, in order to get the maximum power out of this wing, we will
need an engine that is able to push a highly loaded wing. Without the
right wing-loading and without the required power, the wing will not
operate to its full potential.