Gin Yeti Tandem 3, Руководство пользователя

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Towing requires special training and special regulations must be observed. These are:
● The pilot must have completed the appropriate training and hold a licence (which
includes tandem
fl ights).
● The winch and release must have a certi fi cate of compliance which covers the towing of
(tandem) paragliders.
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The winch operator must have undertaken training which includes the towing of
(tandem) paragliders.
● The Yeti Tandem 3 may not be towed with more than the permissible towline tension.
● The paraglider must not under any circumstances be towed by motor vehicle or motor
boat etc if you do not have the appropriate towing equipment and a suitable winch
operator.
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The optimal attachment point for the towline release should be as close as possible to the
system’s centre of gravity. On a paraglider the ideal attachment point is level with the harness
attachment point or directly on the risers.
For tandem use, the optimal attachment point is the passenger’s harness hangpoint. Make sure
that the passenger is not able to undo the release accidentally and make sure that the pilot is
able to undo the release from any position.
It is not essential to use a suitable tow adaptor, but it is recommended as it provides the pilot
with greater safety during the towing phase.
Gin Gliders offers a safe, lightweight and easy tow release system, “Towing bridle”. It attaches
to the main carabiner and engages the speed system to enhance takeoff safety and climb
performance. It is a two piece tow bridle for use with front mount reserves – with a three ring
release. The bridle utilizes a straight pin which is preferred for reverse in
fl ation style launches as
the odds of a premature release are greatly reduced over curved pin systems.
If a webbing release system is used, there is an increased risk of lockout. This means that the
glider does not
fl y towards the winch and control pressure by the pilot is not su ffi cient to correct
this. You should therefore check regularly the position and alignment of the glider to the pilot
during towing, as the towing rope hangpoint located well in front of the pilot encourages the
glider to turn, and this may not be detected.
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The Yeti Tandem 3 is not intended for paramotoring. Details of GIN wings suitable for motorized
fl ight can be found in the paramotoring section of our website (www.gingliders.com).
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