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IMPORTANT: Do NOT fly in strong or turbulent conditions
with the trimmers in the fully closed position.
To increase speed you can release both trimmers, this has exactly
the same effect as using the speed bar, there is no difference in ef-
ficiency between releasing the trimmer or using the same amount of
speed bar. However Ozone strongly recommends to accelerate the
wing using the speed bar rather than the trimmers.
WARNING: In turbulent conditions it is safer to leave the
trimmer 1 in the marked neutral position.
The top trimmer (trimmer 2) controls the amount of ‘reflex’ (CM+)
in the wing during accelerated flight, at trim speed using trimmer 2
does not alter the glider in any way.
For maximum glide performance whilst using the accelerator system
(or trimmer 1), trimmer 2 should be left in the pulled (closed) posi-
tion. In this setting the profile is cambered for optimal performance
and sink rate. For an increased top speed and for extra stability
whilst using the speed system, for example whilst on final glide, trim-
mer 2 should be released. This adds a further 2-3 kms to the maxi-
mum speed and the more positive CM is helpful for giving extra stabil-
ity, however this is at the expense of glide performance. Trimmer 2 is
fully adjustable in flight so that you can choose between prioritising
stability or glide performance. When you release the speed bar, no
matter how you have the top trimmer 2 set, the wing will return to
neutral trim (trimmer 2 only has an effect whilst accelerating the
wing).
IMPORTANT: Do not fly with the trimmers (1) released in
turbulent conditions.
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.
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.
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 is worthwhile checking the adjustment straps of your harness to
double check for symmetry.
The chest strap should be set between 42cm and 50cm (between
the centre of the risers) to your taste.
Total Weight in flight
Each Ozone glider has a defined weight range. We recommend that
you respect these weight ranges. If you are between sizes the follow-
ing information may help you make a decision as to which size to buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling, 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.