Niviuk KOYOT 3, Руководство пользователя

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applied to the bar (speed-bar) supplied with the wing. it must be installed
and properly adjusted before the first flight.
most harnesses are ready to accept an acceleration system. prior
installation, ensure that all the harness preinstalled hardware, such as
roller pulleys and guides, are compatible with the speed-bar/accelerator.
Correct adjustments based on the pilot’s leg length must be conducted
thereafter.
We recommend installing and adjusting the speed-bar/accelerator during
a hang-test first: most schools have such equipment. if in doubt, seek
advice from a qualified professional outfit.
2.6 iNspeCTioN ANd WiNG iNFlATioN oN THe GrouNd
After your gear was thoroughly checked and the weather conditions
deemed favourable for flying, inflate your koYoT 3 as many times as
necessary to familiarize yourself with its behaviour. The smooth inflation
is easily done. An over energetic handling is not necessary to bring
the wing overhead as it will gently climb with minimum tension on the
harness when moving forward. The sequence can be made easier by
using the ‘A’ risers.
do not pull, but rather accompany them naturally, following the rising
arcing movement of the wing. once the wing has climbed overhead,
simply apply the correct amount of brake pressure to keep the koYoT 3
stationary.
2.7 AdJusTiNG THe BrAke liNes ANd ToGGles
The length of the main brake lines is adjusted at the factory according
to the length established during the certification procedure. However, it
can be changed to adapt to the pilot’s own flying style. in any case, we
recommend flying for a while using the default line length factory settings
before making any adjustment. it will enable you to become more familiar
with the koYoT 3 and its unique flying characteristics. if you then decide
to change the length of the brake lines, untie the knot, slide the line
through the brake link to the desired length, and strongly re-tie the knot.
only qualified personnel should carry out this adjustment. You must ensure
that the modification does not slow the glider down without pilot input.
Both brake lines should be symmetrical and of the same length. The most
recommended knots are the clove hitch or bowline knot.
When changing the brakes length, it is necessary to check that they do not
act when the accelerator is used. When accelerated, the glider rotates over
the ‘C’ risers and the trailing edge rises. The brake lines should be checked
for proper adjustment, while taking this extra length into consideration.
3. THe FirsT FliGHT
3.1 CHoose THe riGHT plACe
We recommend taking the first flight with your koYoT 3 on a smooth
slope (a school training hill) or at your usual flying site.
3.2 prepArATioN
repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 ‘uNpACkiNG ANd
AssemBlY’ to prepare your equipment.
3.3 FliGHT plAN
make a flight plan before taking off to avoid possible flight problems later.
3.4 pre-FliGHT CHeCk lisT
once ready, and before launching, conduct a last visual equipment
inspection to ensure that all is in order and assess the weather conditions
which must be suited for your flying skills.