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METIS 4
B
C
D
METIS 4
40
42
Layout surface (m
2
)
39.5
42.38
Layout span (m)
14.27
14,.79
Layout aspect ratio
5.15
5.15
Projected surface (m
2
)
34.12
36.6
Projected span (m)
11.51
11.92
Projected aspect ratio
3.88
3.88
Number of cells
54
54
Weight of the glider (kg)
7.1
7.55
Take-off weight range (kg)
110–210
120–220
Maximum symmetric control travel
at maximum weight in flight (cm)
See the certification protocols.
Certification EN/LTF
B
B
Tolerance: +/- 5 mm
The risers have trimmers.
Adjustable, revomable or variable device: trimmer
system (replacement method in chapter 5.1.)
Basic setting
length
A
34 cm
B
34 cm
C
34 cm
D
34 cm
Released trimmers
length
A
34 cm
B
36,2 cm
C
39,6 cm
D
43 cm
Délka trimů
9 cm
3.3. Tech. Spec.
3.4. Riser lengths
4. STAKE-OFF,
FLIGHT AND FLYING
TECHNIQUES
In general, the METIS 4 will behave conventionally to most
paragliders. However, listed below are several points which will
enable you to familiarise yourself with your new glider more rapidly.
4.1. Pre-flight Checks
• Check the sail for damage to both surfaces, the internal
structure (ribs, diagonals) and seams.
• Check that the lines are not damaged or tangled.
• Check that the quick-links which connect the lines to the
risers are undamaged and correctly tightened.
• Check that the risers are not damaged or twisted.
• Lastly, check that the brake handles are correct.
4.2. Take-off
Lay the paraglider out with the leading edge in a horseshoe
shape. Hold the A risers close to the quick links and move
forward until the lines get stretched. You should now be perfectly
centered with your wing. With no wind or light headwind, with
lines stretched, METIS 4 inflates rapidly and rises over your
head with some dynamic steps.
We recommend that you do not pull the risers too far forward
or down, which could cause a collapse of the leading edge, but
simply follow them until your glider reaches its angle of flight. It
is important that the gravity center of your body stays in front
of your feet during the rise of the glider to constantly load the
risers.
A controlled inflation allows you to check the wings and lines
during the last phase as it comes up and thus avoids the need
to use brakes.
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