Skywalk MESCAL3, Руководство/Сервисное обслуживание

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We remind you to only fly in wind conditions that don’t require constant use of the ac-
celeration-system.
To reach the maximum speed press the acceleration-system firmly until both pulleys on
the A-risers touch each other. As soon as you apply the acceleration-system the angle
of attack will be reduced, the speed increases, but the paraglider becomes less stable
and can collapse more easily. Therefore always use the acceleration-system with ade-
quate altitude from the ground, obstacles and other aircraft.
Avoid flying with too short brake lines. Accelerated collapses are normally more impul-
sive and demand fast reactions.
never acceleraTe in TurBulenT air!
never acceleraTe near THe GrOunD
never leT GO OF THe Brake HanDleS!
In case the glider collapses you will have to release the acceleration-system
immediately to stabilise and reopen your paraglider.
lanDinG:
The skywalk MESCAL3 can be landed easily. Make your final approach against the
wind and let the glider slow down at its own rate. Further reduce the speed by apply-
ing the brakes lightly and evenly. At about 1m above the ground you increase the angle
of attack by slowing down more and eventually completely flare out the glider. When
you have reached the minimal speed apply full brake. In strong head winds, slow down
carefully. When you have reached the ground safely, stall the glider warily. Avoid turning
sharply before your final approach. This increases the danger of pendulum effect!
wincHTOwinG:
The skywalk MESCAL3 is very suitable for winchtowing. Make sure you climb from the
ground at a flat angle.
> Pilot must be instructed in towing.
> Pilot must use a certified winch.
> Winch driver must be instructed in towing. When towing please steer carefully, do not
over-brake, the glider will fly with an increased angle of approach.
MOTOriSeD FliGHT:
You can inform yourself about the current status of certification of motorised flight at
your dealer, national distributor or directly through us. At this time (March 2011) we
don’t have a license.
careFullY PackinG YOur ParaGliDer wil increaSe iTS lOnGeviTY.
> Empty the glider from all debris such as leaves, twigs, grass, sand etc.
> Sort out your lines and spread them evenly on the glider.
> Make sure the glider is dry when storing it for a longer period of time.
> Fold the glider starting in the middle and working your way to the outside always
folding 2 cells, so that the leading edge is folded cleanly.
> Fold the cells, starting from the second cell from the middle, so that the reinforced
edges of the cell openings are on top of each other, do the same at the lower long-
edge of the glider. This folding method is best done together with a friend, but you
should be able to do the same on your own after some practice.
> Then press the air out of the folded glider starting at the bottom and working your
way to the top.
> Fold the whole row once toward the middle, do exactly the same on the other side.
> Then fold one half onto the other half and make sure the leading edge are folded
cleanly.
> Start wrapping up the glider from its lower end. The wraps should be approx. 1ft.
wide.
> The leading edge can be folded inwards once, but is not necessary.
> The left over air should be pressed out of the glider and not through the material
(this can increase the porosity of your glider).
> Now attach the compression band around the packed wing, at right angles to the cell
openings, then slide the glider into the light nylon bag.
> This helps to protect the cloth from being damaged by sharp edges or zippers from
your harness.
> Open the backpack and place your glider on the inside edge.
> The soft wing on your back will make transportation much more comfortable.
> Place the harness with the seat board facing up on top of your glider and close the
zippers.
> Put the rest of your equipment (helmet, overall, instruments etc.) under the hood of
your backpack.