Nova XYON, Operator'S Manual

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On releasing the A-lines the canopy usually reinflates by itself after a
few turns, or can be aided by a long pump on the brakes and holding
them until tips clear.
B - line - stall :
To induce a B line stall pull both B - risers simultaneously by 50 - 60
cm. The airflow over the top surface is detached and the canopy enters
a parachutal-stall without moving forward.
Further pulling of the B-risers reduces the surface area and increases
the sink rate (to approx. 10 m/sec).
On quickly releasing the B lines the airflow over the top surface be-
comes re-attached and the canopy surges forward to return to normal
flight. If canopy does not recover see section „Deep Stall“.
If B risers are pulled too quickly or too far, the canopy can form a frontal
horseshoe. To recover from this, apply both brakes gently.
ALL RAPID DESCENT TECHNIQUES SHOULD BE PRACTISED IN
SMOOTH AIR AND WITH SUFFICIENT HEIGHT SO THAT THEY CAN
BE EMPLOYED WHEN NECESSARY IN
EXTREME FLYING CONDITIONS !
FULL STALLS AND SPINS ARE TO BE AVOIDED AS WRONG RE-
COVERY PROCEDURES, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE TYPE OF PARA-
GLIDER, MAY HAVE DANGEROUS CONSEQUENCES !
BY FAR THE BEST TECHNIQUE IS TO FLY CORRECTLY AND
SAFELY, SO YOU NEVER HAVE TO DESCEND RAPIDLY !
Looking after your Paraglider:
Looking after your canopy correctly will prolong the life of your NOVA
XYON.
Storage :
Store the paraglider in a dry space away from chemicals and UV light.
Cleaning :
Clean the paraglider only with water and a soft sponge. Do not use any
chemicals or spirits for cleaning, as these can permanently damage the
cloth.