Dudek Coden, Руководство пользователя

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3. FLIGHT
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK
A thorough pre-flight check is essential for any aircraft and the Coden is no
exception.
Having unpacked and laid out the paraglider (in a horseshoe directed
against wthe wind) following checks must be made:
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canopy, lines and risers condition. Do not launch if the slightest
damage is noticed,
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the paraglider should be arranged so that the centre section A-lines
(yellow risers) will strain earlier that the outer ones (A’ - blue risers).
This ensures easy and symmetrical launch,
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cells of the center section must be handled with special care, so that
leading edge stays taut and even,
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all lines and risers should be separated. Make sure they are not
tangled and pay special attention to the A-lines, which should run free
from the A (yellow band) and A’ risers (blue band) to the canopy,
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it is equally important to untangle the brake lines so that they will not
catch anything on the ground during launch. They must be firmly
attached to the brake handles and run freely through the pulleys to the
trailing edge,
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make sure the risers are not twisted,
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it is very important to check that no lines are looped around the
canopy. The so-called ”line-over” may have disastrous consequences
during take off.
Always put on and fasten your helmet before clipping in to the
harness.
Check quick links (maillons). Sometimes they can unscrew, especially
when the wing is new.
Check main carabiners. They must be properly mounted, closed and
locked.
LAUNCH
Classic (forward) launch
Should be used with little or no wind.
Facing the wind place the risers over your shoulders (A riser must lay on
top). Clip it into carabiners and lock them. Grip the brake handles and A-
risers (marked with yellow band), holding them at the stitching, just under
the quick-links. Spread out your slightly bent hands, keeping them down and
back. All risers but the A should be placed near your elbow joints.
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