airwave Sport L, Руководство пользователя

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Chapter III
Preflight Inspection
The Sport is designed to be as simple as possible to inspect and maintain but a thorough
preflight procedure is mandatory on all aircraft. The following preflight inspection procedure
should therefore be carried out before each flight.
1) Whilst opening out the paraglider check the outside of the canopy for any tears where
your paraglider may have been caught on barbed wire or even have been damaged whilst in
its bag.
2) Check that the lines are not twisted or knotted. Divide the suspenion lines into six groups,
each group coming from one riser. By starting from the harness and running towards the
canopy remove any tangles or twists in the lines. Partially inflating the canopy in the wind will
help to sort out the lines.
3) It is particulary important that the brakes are clear and free to move. Check the knot
which attaches the brake handles to the brake lines. Several knots should be used here or
they may get entlangled in the brake pulleys. Both brakes should be the same lenght and this
can be checked by an assistant holding the upper end of the brake lines together, whilst the
pilot holds the brake handles. The lenght of the brake lines should be such that they are just
slack with the wing inflated when the brakes are not applied. After checking the brake lines
lay them on the ground.
4) Always check the buckles and attachments on the harness. Ensure the two main
attachment maillons/karabiners from the harness to the main risers are tightly done up, as
well as the six shackles which attach the risers to the lines.
5) Before the pilot attaches himself to the harness he should be wearing a good crash
helmet, and boots which provide ankle support. Put on the harness ensuring all the buckles
are secure and properly adjusted for comfort. Your paraglider is now ready for flight.
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Chapterl IV
Flight Characteristics