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 secondary (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 impossible 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 conditions:
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.
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). XS/S sizes are certified with a chest strap set at 42cm,
the M at 44cm and L/XL at 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 decision as to
which size to buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling or if you generally fly in moun-
tains 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 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
5. Holding the A’s and your brake handles
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Airspace and visibility clear
