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Important: Using the speed system has exactly the same
effect as releasing the trimmers so it is safe and possible
to fly with the trimmers in the fully slow (neutral) position
whilst using the full range of the speed system.
Brake Lines
The brake line lengths have been set carefully during testing. We
feel it is better to have slightly long brake lines and to fly with a
wrap when necessary.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure both main brake lines are of equal length.
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If a brake handle has been removed, check that its line is still
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routed through the pulley when it is replaced.
When the brake handles are released in flight, the brake lines
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should be slack. There must be a substantial “bow” in them to
guarantee no deformation of the trailing edge.
There must be a minimum of 10cm of free play before the
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brakes begin to deform the trailing edge. This prevents the
trailing edge from being deformed when using the speed sys
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tem or when controlling the wing with the TST.
Adjustable Brake Pulley Position
The height of the brake line pulley can be adjusted according to
pilot preference to suite the power unit’s hang points height. There
are 3 settings: Upper, Middle and Lower. The upper setting (as set
by the factory) is for low hang point motors whilst the middle and
lower settings are for units with higher hang points.
To adjust the pulley height, first remove the brake line from the
pulley by taking off the brake handle; next remove the pulley
line from the loop on the riser which is attached with a larks foot.
Replace the pulley line on the desired loop using a larks foot and
route the brake line through the pulley before attaching the brake
handle (at the new adjusted length).
If you lower the pulley height, you must also lengthen the brake
lines accordingly. Moving the pulleys to the middle setting requires
adding 10cm to the overall brake line length (measured from the
mark on the brake line), using the lower setting requires an ad
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ditional 20cm from the mark.
IMPORTANT: If you adjust the brake pulley height, you
MUST re lengthen the brake lines accordingly.
IMPORTANT: In the unlikely event of a brake line snapping
in flight, or a handle becoming detached, the glider can be
flown by gently pulling the rear risers (C-risers) or the tip
steering system for directional control.
Tip Steering System
The all new Tip Steering System uses ergonomic handles to help
better control the wing during high speed flight. Located on the
risers, the tube-ball handles are easily accesible and linked to the
very tips of the wing, giving you high levels of precision and com
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fort for high speed cruising or accurate low level carving, It allows
for precise handling without the need to use the brakes.
When using the TST, it is not necessary to
use large control movements to effect a
turn. The tst line moves freely inside
the tube so when you pull down the
effect is doubled. Be progressive and
gentle at first until you are familiar
with the handling characteristics.
The attachment height of the new
Tube-ball handle can be adjusted ac
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cording to your comfort, flying style
and motor unit. Attachment loops are
located on the risers for easy mounting
with the maillons. For high hang point motor
units an extra, longer TST line is also included
so that the system can be lowered to the lowest position.
For directional control whilst flying at full speed only use the tip
