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conformed to the following norms:
2. DV LuftGerPV §1, Nr. 7 c (LTF)
• European Standard EN926-2
• European Standard EN926-1
We recommend that both the pilot and passenger only use harness
designed specifically for tandem flying.
2.5 TRIMMERS
The TAKOO 5 speed system is engaged when the trimmers are opened.
The trimmers are situated on the D-riser. The efficiency of this new
system provides a much wider range of speeds than was possible
with the previous TAKOOs. To reduce speed, the trimmers must be
closed until they are adjusted to the desired speed. The travel of this
acceleration system starts from the neutral position until the maximum
speed, when it is fully opened and conversely, the same up to the neutral
point when it is closed.
We recommend the trimmers are set in the neutral position during take
off. However, sometimes the circumstances of the take off require
releasing the trimmers to adjust the speed of the wing inflation. The
greater distance the trimmers are released, the faster the wing will inflate
and, consequently, the pilot will have to exert more control over the wing
at this stage.
The whole TAKOO series stands out for allowing precise control in the
launch phase and allowing the pilot to perform the launch run with
complete control, either in nil-wind or without being “pulled” by the wind.
Once in flight the pilot can adjust the trimmers to the required speed:
slow = neutral trimmers / fast = trimmers open.
During landing, we recommend positioning trimmers in the first section of
the travel.
However, the pilot must assess the conditions and adjust the trimmers
for each landing. The TAKOO 5 always helps the pilot in this phase,
allowing them to perform the landing manoeuvre with full control either
using the neutral position or with the trimmers fully open.
Using the trimmers:
The trimmers must be manually operated by the pilot. They are situated
on both D-risers.
To open the trimmers, press the trim tab inwards until the tape is
released and them release the tab when the tape is in the chosen
position. To close the trimmers, pull the tape down using the handle and
release when you reach the required position.
The mechanisms of the trimmers are not visible, they covered in a
protective neoprene sleeve. The neoprene sleeve is designed to avoid
any tangles between lines and trimmers.
Once engaged, the trimmers must be set symmetrically. Along the
travel of the tape there are 4 markings that allow the pilot to adjust the
symmetry correctly and see the amount of travel used. A locking system
is located at the end of the trim tape to ensure the surplus tape does not
flap during flight.
The trimmers should not be used to steer the wing. The pilot should note
that when releasing trimmers, the brake handle rises the same distance
as the trimmers travel.
We recommend adjusting piloting during each flight according to the
wing load and the travel of the trimmers used.
