First flights
In order to get familiar with your wing we recommend flying with
closed trimmers first (0), because in this configuration Nemo 4
behaves like a classic paraglider. Flying like that try pulling the
brakes some until you feel resistance, usually it will be at about 1/4
of the brake travel.
Once you feel confident with your wing, you can start
experimenting with faster trim settings and speed system. Learn to
use all of the additional speed and safety of the Nemo 4.
Important:
Before each start it is necessary to have a
thorough check of the paraglider,harness and power unit.
Classic launch with no wind
Even when it seems that there is no wind at all, it is rarely so.
Therefore always be careful in determining the conditions, since in
PPG flying it is most important that the launch and initial climb are
performed with a head wind (the danger of losing your airspeed
while crossing the the wind gradient is greatly reduced). Special
attention must be paid to trees, power lines and other obstacles,
including the possibility of emerging rotors.
Paraglider preparation
Lay out the paraglider downwind of the power unit, with all
suspension lines taut and pointing toward center of the power unit.
The risers are to be laid on the ground. Set the trimmers
completely closed. In conditions faster settings can be advised.
Make sure that you warm up the engine while standing windward
of the wing. Stop the engine before clipping in the risers.
Now check if:
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Kthe helmet is on and locked,
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the risers are clipped in the carabiners,
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the trimmers are properly set,
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nothing will get in propeller's way,
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speed system is running without problems,
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steering lines and handles are free and not twisted,
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the engine delivers full power,
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take off area is clear of obstacles and free to use.
When you are sure everything is OK, you can clip in the wing and
execute launch as in free flight.
launch
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