BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
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Accelerator System
To set up an accelerator on the ground, ask a friend to pull your
risers into their in-flight position while you sit in your harness. Now
adjust the length of the line so that the main bar sits just beneath
your seat. You should now be able to hook your heel in to the second-
ary (lower) loop of the accelerator.
The accelerator must be slack enough to ensure that the front risers
are not pulled down in normal flight, but not so long that it is impos-
sible to use the full speed range of the glider.
Extending the secondary (lower) loop of the accelerator fully will take
the glider through approximately half its accelerated speed range.
Should you need even more speed you should hook your feet on to the
upper bar, which you can then extend until the pulleys on the risers
touch.
Once set up, test the full range of the accelerator in calm flying con-
ditions: ensure that both risers are pulled evenly during operation.
Fine-tuning can be completed when you are back on the ground.
IMPORTANT: Using the accelerator decreases the angle
of attack and can make the glider more prone to collapse,
therefore using the accelerator near the ground or in turbu-
lence should be avoided.
Harness
It will be in your harness that you will enjoy flying. Therefore, we
recommend you spend the time necessary to adjust your harness’s
different settings until you are completely comfortable. This will make
flying more pleasurable.
The shoulder straps and the hip straps need to be set for comfort
(make sure you do not have your shoulder’s strap too tight, or you
might find it difficult to get seated after launching). The ideal position
in your harness should be with your knees horizontal and your body
position leaning slightly backwards with your head behind the risers.
The chest strap should be set between 42cm and 46cm (between
the centre of the hang points). S, MS and ML sizes are certified with
a chest strap set between 44cm and 46cm.
Total Weight in flight
Each Ozone glider has been certified for a defined weight range. We
strongly recommend that you respect these weight ranges. If you
are between sizes the following information may help you make a deci-
sion as to which size to buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling or if you generally fly in
mountains and/or in strong conditions, you should chose to fly in the
top part of the weight range. If you want a better sink rate, or if you
generally fly in flat lands and/or in weak conditions, you may choose
to fly near the bottom part of the weight range. Remember, you can
always add ballast for when conditions are stronger.
To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform
practice inflations and small flights on a training hill. This will enable
you to set up your equipment correctly. If in any doubt please get
advice and help from your local dealer or instructor.
Preparation
Lay out the wing on its top surface in a pronounced arc, with the
centre of the wing higher than the tips. Lay out the lines one side
at a time. Hold up the risers and starting with the brake lines, pull
all lines clear. Repeat with the stabilo, C, B and A lines, laying the
checked lines on top of the previous set, and making sure no lines are
tangled, knotted or snagged. Mirror the process on the other side.
Take-off checklist:
1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmet on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed - check leg-loops again
4. Karabiners and maillons tight
