P&M Aviation QUIK-GTR, Operator'S Manual

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P&M QUIK-GTR Manual, ref. QUIK-GTR Man 1.0.doc
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Batten tension
The inner 4 top battens are unsprung and should be tight enough to remove spanwise wrinkles from the sail.
They can be adjusted by shimming if necessary.
The outer 5 battens are sprung and adjustable. Wind them clockwise to increase tension and vice versa.
The tip 5 battens should be lightly tensioned so as to allow easy movement for good roll control. Too much batten
tension will give heavier roll response, increase trim speed and reduce directional stability. The standard setting
is just enough tension to keep the D ring secure. Differential tensioning of the tips to attempt to tune out a turn
has not been found effective.
Reflex has a powerful effect at high speed.
Apply in small increments. Do not apply
reflex to both wings as pitch stability at high
speed will be reduced.
WARNING
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