Gin Yeti Tandem 3, Руководство пользователя

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The Yeti Tandem 3 is suitable for reverse launching from light to strong wind speeds. Take the
brakes and turn around to face the wing. Pass one set of risers over your head as you turn. We
suggest that you partially in
fl ate your canopy, which allows you to untangle the lines. Make sure
the lines are free from knots or tangles. Check that the airspace and visibility are clear. Gently
pull up the glider in an arc with the ‘A’ risers. When the glider is overhead, brake it gently if
necessary, turn around and launch.
This method of launch makes it easier for the pilot to control the rising of the canopy and is
therefore recommended in strong winds.
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● If the glider comes up slightly off-centre, make small corrections by moving towards the
lower side.
● In stronger winds, be prepared to take a couple of steps towards the canopy as it in fl ates
and rises.
● Launch the wing by pulling upwards in an arc, not towards you.
● Practice ground-handling regularly to improve your take-off skills!
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The pilot must work actively to keep the glider on the ground in higher winds (wind
speeds from approximately 6 m/s), otherwise the glider may rise above the pilot
unintentionally.
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If you have taken off with a knot in the lines, you should wait until you have enough height and
distance from other pilots before you attempt to loosen the knot. Control with weight shift and
gently brake the opposite side before attempting to open the knotted side by pulling on the
brake line. Make sure you don’t
fl y too slowly and stall or spin the paraglider. If the knot does not
open, land safely as soon as possible.
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“Trim speed” (brakes fully released) is the best glide speed in still air. The brake lines are used to
adjust the speed according to the
fl ight situation in order to ensure optimum performance and
safety.
Minimum sink speed on the Yeti Tandem 3 is achieved by light braking. In a normal
fl ying
position (knees parallel to the ground and your body slightly reclined), your hands should be
holding the brakes at a level between your eyes and your shoulders. Use this speed for
thermalling and ridge soaring.
Stall speed is approached by bringing your hands towards your hips. Notice the decreased
wind noise and a signi
fi cant increase in brake pressure.
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