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Correctly installed brake lines have about 10cm of feed. This is how far you must pull
down the brake lines before the trailing edge of the canopy begins to move downwards
and start braking.
The length of the brake line is indicated by two reference marks (one for the upper
pulley and one for the lower pulley) on the lower end of the brake line. This mark must
be on the ring of the brake handle. If the pilot has shorter arms, the length of the brake
lines can be increased in relation to the reference mark.
If the brake lines are too long, the glider reacts slowly and it is difficult to land. However,
during flight you can wrap the brake lines around your hands to minimise the problem.
Adjust the brake lines to a suitable length after you have landed.
Caution – accident risk.
If the brake lines are too short, the following risks could arise:
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the risk of early stall
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the paraglider does not launch well and there is a risk of deep-stall
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the paraglider’s behaviour in extreme flying is dangerous.
Caution – accident risk.
With increased speed, problems (such as collapses or tucks) have a more drastic effect
than in unaccelerated flight. Generally it is strongly recommended that you do not use
the trimmers in turbulent areas and when flying close to the ground, because of the
increased risk of collapse.
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adjustment
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