Niviuk ICEPEAK EVOX 20, Руководство пользователя

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Only qualified personnel should carry out this adjustment. You must
ensure that the modification does not affect the trailing edge and slow
the ICEPEAK EVOX down without pilot input. Both brake lines should be
symmetrical and the same length. We recommend using a clove hitch or
bowline knot.
When changing the brake length, it is necessary to check that they do
not engage when the speed-bar is used. When we accelerate, the glider
rotates over the D-riser and the trailing edge elevates.
It is important to check that the brake is adjusted to take into
consideration this extra distance during acceleration. With this profile
deformation there is a risk of generating turbulence and causing a frontal
or asymmetric collapse.
3. THE FIRST FLIGHT
3.1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT LOCATION
For the first flight we recommend going to your usual flying area and that
a qualified instructor is present and supervising the entire procedure.
3.2 PREPARATION
Repeat the procedures detailed in section 2 UNPACKING AND
ASSEMBLY to prepare your equipment
3.3 FLIGHT PLAN
Planning a flight before taking off to avoid possible problems later is
always a good idea.
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST
Once ready, but before taking off, conduct another equipment
inspection. Conduct a thorough visual check of your gear with the wing
fully open, the lines untangled and properly laid out on the ground to
ensure that all is in working order. Be certain the weather conditions are
suited to your flying skill level.
3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, AND TAKE-OFF
The ICEPEAK EVOX comes up easily, without requiring additional energy,
and does not overfly you. It is a straight-forward exercise, leaving enough
time for you to decide whether to accelerate and take off or not.
If the wind permits, we recommend a reverse launch, as this allows a
better visual inspection of the wing during inflation. In “strong” winds, the
ICEPEAK EVOX is especially easy to control using this launch technique.
Winds of 25 to 30 km/h are considered strong for paragliding.
Correctly setting up the wing on the ground before take off is especially
important. Choose an appropriate location facing the wind. Position the
paraglider in a crescent configuration to facilitate inflation. A clean wing
layout will ensure a trouble-free take off.
3.6 LANDING
The ICEPEAK EVOX lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into
lift at your demand, allowing an enormous margin of error. Wrapping
the brake lines around your hand to get greater braking efficiency is not
necessary
3.7 PACKING
The ICEPEAK EVOX has a complex leading edge, manufactured
using a variety of different materials and it must be packed carefully. A
correct folding method is very important to extend the useful life of your
paraglider.