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SECTION 5: SET-UP AND FOLD DOWN PROCEDURES
Your Horizon ET's unique components were designed to set-up in the
simplest, most efficient manner.
The instructions given below provide you with the step-by-step procedure for
setting up your glider. By closely following these instructions, you can assure
yourself a smooth, quick set-up.
The Horizon ET should always be stored ribs and zipper facing up especially
during transportation.
* - The Horizon ET may be set up in either of two ways. The first technique is
with the control bar set into position at the beginning of the procedure, and it allows
the glider to be set up off the ground. This is acceptable in lower wind conditions,
and it is effective in keeping the sail clean. In higher winds, however, the second
procedure is preferable, in which the glider is left on the ground until ready to
launch. In this procedure, the control bar is set into position last, and it reduces
possible damage to the glider in the event of a sudden gust of wind.
1)
FIG. 1
Place the glider on the ground with the nose into the wind and with the zipper facing
upward. Remove the ribs from their bag, unzip the cover bag, undo the glider ties and
assemble the control frame. NOTE: Check that all the rigging is outside of the control
frame triangle and check that the bolt,
Wing nut and safety rings are fully assembled.
2) FIG. 2 Roll the glider over so that it is the right way up and either standing on
the 'A' frame or flat on the ground. If the latter then ensure that the control frame
is central and that the rigging is not snagged.
3) FIG. 3 Remove the cover and all the ties. Carefully walk each wing out to its
approximate flying position. AT THIS STAGE IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE
THAT THE KEEL AND LEADING EDGES ARE ALWAYS IN THE SAME PLANE.
4) Rotate Kingpost up into position and hook up reflex bridles (luff lines).
