Swing Astral 6, Руководство пользователя

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5.4 Adjusting the main brake lines
The main brake lines must be checked by an expert before the test-flight.
The main brake lines must be fastened so that the mark is visible slightly above the
knot (approx. 5mm).
Correctly installed brake lines have about 10 cm of feed. This is how far you must pull
the brakes down before the trailing edge of the canopy starts to move downwards and
start braking. The manufacturer has pre-set this. It will allow you to steer and launch
the paraglider without any delay.
Modern gliders such as the ASTRAL 6 have less tolerance with regard to the
adjustment of the brake lines. The view which used to prevail, i.e. that the length of the
brake lines can be adjusted according to the pilot’s height, no longer applies. Swing
therefore points out that the factory setting of the brakes should not be altered. If you
are in any doubt, please compare with the brake line length in the service booklet.
If the brake lines are too long, the paraglider reacts slowly and is difficult to land.
However during the flight you can twist the brake lines around your hands to minimise
this problem. Adjust the brake lines to a suitable length after you have landed.
Caution! Accident risk!
If the brake lines are too short, the following risks could arise:
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there could be an early stall.
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the paraglider does not launch well and there is a risk of deep-stall.
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the paraglider's behaviour in extreme flying is dangerous.
5.5 Adjusting the speed system
Although the ASTRAL 6 is already trimmed to a sufficiently high basic speed, it is also equipped with a
speed system. You will use it in particular if there is a strong headwind, when you fly over valleys or if
you want to leave a dangerous area quickly.
The A-, B- and C-risers can be shortened by using the speed bar. This decreases the
canopy's original angle of attack.
Securing
the main
brake lines
Correct
adjustment
Too long
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