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First flights

In order to get familiar with your wing we recommend flying with closed 
trimmers first (read area up to “0” position), because in this configuration 
Nucleon behaves as a classic wing. 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 Nucleon. 

3.3.1 TAKE-OFF

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 (blue areas). Make sure that you warm up the 
engine while standing windward of the wing. Stop the engine before clipping 
in the risers. 

Now have a quick check if:

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the 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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the ALC+ handles are fitted to the risers by magnetic lock 

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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 described in paragraph 3.2.1.a. 

From now on you should steer the paraglider facing forward, without looking 
back over your shoulder  (when the wing is low behind you, turning can 
cause some lines to get in the propeller). Still, possible fall on your back and 
damaging the propeller is dangerous (and costly!) so it should be avoided at 
any price, even that of some damaged lines! 

During take-off, when you feel the strain on both risers to be equal, make 

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USER MANUAL

Содержание Nucleon WRC

Страница 1: ...manual user...

Страница 2: ...rather too loose than too tight Make sure they are set symmetrically too Ill adjusted steering lines may cause you to misinterpret the canopy s behaviour in flight and in case of encountering turbulen...

Страница 3: ...Introduction 3 3 4 1 Big ears 3 4 2 Spiral dive 3 4 3 B stall 3 5 Aerobatics 3 5 1 Wing over 3 6 Extreme manoeuvrese 3 6 1 One sided collapse 3 6 2 Frontal collapse 3 6 3 Full stall and negative spin...

Страница 4: ...Fot Iwona Dudek Trailing edge Risers Cell openings Main suspension lines Stabilizer Leading edge Cell...

Страница 5: ...s a training manual for this or any other paraglider You may only fly a paraglider when qualified to do so or when undergoing training at an accredited School or with an Instructor Pilots are personal...

Страница 6: ...production for the for the first time in the world As a result we have a 100 reflex PPG paraglider with great performance and outstanding safety comparable to the already legendary Reaction featuring...

Страница 7: ...hose modifications should be welcomed especially by the competitors seeking both for faultless launches and agility 2 2 STRUCTURE The Nucleon 3D body was designed in our CSG Canopy Shape Guard system...

Страница 8: ...of the leading edge Their exact placement was very carefully selected so that they got maximum ram effect in as many flight situations as possible On the wingtips we placed the ACS Auto Cleaning Slot...

Страница 9: ...ly the best quality certified maillons by Peguet Stabilo lines run from the outer suspension points to the maillons through consecutive cascades as well The same story goes for the steering lines They...

Страница 10: ...peed without modifications of the reflex profile This is of special importance when flying in turbulences with open trimmer and speed system engaged Additionaly it is important for bigger canopy sizes...

Страница 11: ...atch Easy Catch speedbar is a godsend for those who have problems catching the bar after taking off The speedbar is designed to stay always in front of the speedsystem lines Its finish is very robust...

Страница 12: ...st soft handle is obtained when no insertion is used Easy Keeper Easy Keeper is our indigenous way to hold the brake handles at the risers by using strong neodymium magnets It keeps the handles firmly...

Страница 13: ...to match your specific combination of paramotor propeller For quick and easy recognition in emergency some of the risers are distinguished with coloured band as follows A yellow used for launching A b...

Страница 14: ...ss and have someone pull up the risers You must make sure that in flight you will always be able to reach the brake handles even if the airflow blows them away Being suspended in this way you have a p...

Страница 15: ...ng will become pure fun Good handling will let you make best use of thermals and increased speed on transitions means that your presence in sinking air will be shorter To avoid stalls when braking wit...

Страница 16: ...you should always be careful when flying low Remember that Nucleon flies faster than ordinary paragliders and sometimes it can be of importance e g when landing on a slope After landing in strong wind...

Страница 17: ...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 blue areas M...

Страница 18: ...ng launch can deform it to the extent of collision with the propeller Before giving it full power see that the cage does not catch any lines Any brake operation or steering inputs in general should be...

Страница 19: ...such combination of trimmers brakes and throttle settings that will give you the best speed and rate of climb Remember You are launching with your hands crossed You have to really master this techniqu...

Страница 20: ...peration is closely connected to your skills and equipment Power unit induced oscillations Certain configurations of engine weight output and propeller diameter can cause serious oscillations during w...

Страница 21: ...ation especially on full speed bar shifts the center of pressure back and due to lack of reflex on trailing edge pitching moment now decreases angle of attack Additionally turbulence behind the wing o...

Страница 22: ...fective ALC system can be used in all trimmers and speed system settings also in combination with main steering handles when trimmeri is closed At maximum speedbar and or fully opened trims we strongl...

Страница 23: ...eed for lift with your brakes If the landing field is not big enough and you have to land on the spot we advise you to set the trimmers in red area It will increase lift coefficient of the wing effect...

Страница 24: ...possible power unit malfunction may require immediate attention In general never trust your engine as it can stop at any moment Always fly as if it s exactly what it s going to do Unless it is absolut...

Страница 25: ...sink If the dive is not stopping after releasing the brake assist the glider with the outer one NEVER DO BIG EARS IN A SPIRAL In this manoeuvre smaller number of lines is carrying an excessive load m...

Страница 26: ...UICK OR TOO STRONG SO YOU SHOULD ALWAYS EMPLOY GOOD JUDGMENT STAY CALM AND TAKE MEASURED ACTIONS Since all actions required to exit or prevent dangerous situations on Nucleon are typical and pilots fl...

Страница 27: ...push the A risers forward You can release the trims too 3 6 5 LINE OVER AND CRAVATTE Nucleon is a modern wing which in order to decrease drag has fewer suspension lines and greater distances between...

Страница 28: ...an the paraglider with water and a soft sponge Do not use any chemicals or alcohol as these can permanently damage the fabric 4 3 REPAIRS Repairs should only be carried out by the manufacturer authori...

Страница 29: ...ter contact with salt water Every second year Nucleon should undergo technical inspection by the manufacturer or authorised distributor 23 25 27 29 31 34 62 62 62 62 62 62 23 00 25 00 27 00 29 00 31 0...

Страница 30: ...g wings as well as school and profit users warranty covers 18 months 1 5 year 150 flight hours depending on what comes first WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER canopy colour fading damage caused by chemicals or...

Страница 31: ...nly to damages that took place during take off flight or landing Obviously all faults in the material and manufacturing flaws are covered by normal warranty When handing the paraglider for the repair...

Страница 32: ...cm x 37 5 cm for small repairs Note that even small tears located in the vicinity of stitches have to be repaired by an authorised service A paraglider passport with entered date of purchase and valid...

Страница 33: ...s are measured with a specialised computer operated device All lines are stretched with a 5 kg load before cutting Thanks to the abovementioned device and proper procedures final tolerance of line len...

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Страница 35: ...AND ACCESSORIES D middle and lower pulley locations high hangpoints A B C A ALC handle magnetic lock of the ALC handle adjustable Easy Keeper magnet location of the Paap Kolar system pulley ALC line T...

Страница 36: ...risers hangpoint visible nearby Bear in mind though that with TEA you can set a knot exactly where it s needed to compensate torque accurately while simple loop does not have any adjustment 34 Figure...

Страница 37: ...simple guide to find your way in a maze of risers and their various handles Classic brakes operate along entire trailing edge ALC system is active on the outer parts of the trailing edge and the TEA...

Страница 38: ...Trimmers in 0 position Risers of equal length Transitional position Trimmers fully opened Maximum speed lengthening mm neutral configuration risers length A A B 460 mm shortening mm neutral configurat...

Страница 39: ...e of ALC system Full acceleration with closed trimmers good speed easy steering decreased stability Classic speed system action This setting is not advised for using speed system shortening mm shorten...

Страница 40: ...ven impossible depending on wind strength The ALC steering balls allow for lighter handling when used together with the brakes especially useful at faster trim settings and or on speed bar They can al...

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