SOL paragliders Flexus LOTUSOne, Manual

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- Flight
First Flight
A careful First Flight is necessary with every power glider, the
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This flight must take place on a practice hill.
After unpacking the power glider and laying out it in a horseshoe shape position, the
following steps must be taken:
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The power glider must be laid out in such a way that, when tension is applied to
risers ‘A’, the canopy center should be extended before the extremities. This
allows for an easy takeoff with good directional stability.
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Special attention must be taken to the wind’s direction upon the lifting of the
canopy, so that the two halves are inflated symmetrically.
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All lines must be organized and completely free of any entanglements. Special
attention must also be given to the lines ‘A’, which must be free right from the
risers ‘A’ (with the red mark) to the canopy.
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Same priority and care must be given to the brake lines, which must also be
completely free and without any possibility of entanglement on any obstacle
during takeoff.
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All lines should be checked and all the risers in appropriate order. When the
risers are aligned and not twisted, the brake lines will be free from the pulleys
(on the rear risers) to the canopy’s rear edge.
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It is extremely important that no entanglements nor bunched lines are present.
Any line going under the canopy or tie may result in disastrous consequences.
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Before and after each flight the lines, risers and canopy must be checked for
any possible damage.
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In case there is any damage present, as insignificant as it may be, the canopy
should not be flown!
Attention
It is not advisable to fly the
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in rainy days or with a wet power glider, since the
in-flight maneuvers become more sensitive and a reserve deployment may occur upon
exiting a B-Stoll or in the event of excessive usage of breaks.
The power engine
To manage and maintain your engine and components read the manual of your
provider carefully.