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- Page 1 PEAK 5 User’s manual...
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Page 2: User's Manual
This is the user manual and we recommend you read it carefully. The NIVIUK Gliders Team. NIVIUK GLIDERS & AIR GAMES SL C/ DEL TER 6, NAVE D 17165 LA CELLERA DE TER - GIRONA - SPAIN TEL. +34 972 42 28 78 FAX +34 972 42 00 86... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE 10.3 RISERS PLAN 3.2 PREPARATION 10.4 SUSPENSION PLAN 3.3 FLIGHT PLAN 10.5 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 21 3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 10.6 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 22 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, 10.6 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 24 AND TAKE-OFF 10.6 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 25... -
Page 4: Characteristics
- Description of the pilot skills required for an EN D wing: For pilots trained in recovery techniques, who fly very actively, have The PEAK 5 has been submitted for the European EN and LTF significant experience of flying in turbulent conditions and who accept certification. -
Page 5: Assembly, Materials
Nitinol provides the highest level of protection against deformation, heat or breaks. The PEAK 5 flies efficiently. It enters thermals with sufficient speed to Structured Leading Edge (SLE) - the use of the SLE considerably centre in the lift and climbs progressively. -
Page 6: Elements, Components
1.5 ELEMENTS, COMPONENTS For the construction process of the PEAK 5 we use the same criteria, The PEAK 5 is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly quality controls and manufacturing processes as in the rest of our range. -
Page 7: Procedure
Only they can address any doubts in a safe and professional way. The PEAK 5 can be flown with all current harness types, provided they can be adjusted to the settings stipulated in the certification. -
Page 8: Speed Bar
Once you have chosen the type of speed-bar you prefer, stipulated in its certification. you must install it. Some considerations: The PEAK 5 includes a speed system with maximum travel depending on • You should use the type of speed-bar you consider appropriate, its size (see below). -
Page 9: Inspection And Wing Inflation On The Ground
When changing the brake length, it is necessary to check that they do In all Niviuk gliders the speed system cords on the risers are completely not engage when the speed-bar is used. When we accelerate, the glider removable and easily replaceable. -
Page 10: Wing Inflation, Control, And Take-Off
The PEAK 5 lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into lift at your vary. -
Page 11: Possible Configurations
Asymmetric collapse this situation other than quickly restoring the wing’s default air speed In spite of the PEAK 5’s profile stability, strong turbulent air may cause the and angle of attack by progressively reducing the tension on the brake wing to collapse asymmetrically, especially if you do not fly actively and lines. -
Page 12: Accelerated Flight
The PEAK 5 was designed to recover by itself in most cases. Do not try To resume normal flight conditions, progressively and symmetrically to over-correct it! release the brake line tension to regain air speed. -
Page 13: Flying Without Brake Lines
4.4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we If, for any reason at all, the PEAK 5’s brake lines become disabled in recommend practising within the environment of a licensed training outfit. flight, it will become necessary to pilot the wing with the C-risers and weight shifting until landing. - Page 14 The PEAK 5 is designed with little chord, which is good in normal flight How? Locate the 4C3 line on your risers and, as you would when conditions. However, this same damping is what can cause us to have...
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Page 15: Spiral Dive
The intensity of the turn can be controlled by braking slightly using the outer brake handle. The PEAK 5 does not experience any problem whilst being towed. Only qualified winch personnel should handle the certified equipment to carry A paraglider flying at its maximum rotating speed can reach –20 m/s, or... -
Page 16: Folding Instructions
Inspections The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed. If they become The PEAK 5 must be periodically serviced. An inspection must be dirty, clean them with a soft damp cloth, using only water. Do not use scheduled every 100 flying hours or every two years whichever comes detergents or other chemicals. -
Page 17: Repairs
However, one of the obligations derived from the use of these by the manufacturer. lines is the need to maintain the trim of your PEAK 5 within the stipulated ranges. En términos generales, las longitudes de las líneas cambian durante el 8. -
Page 18: Annexes
Any modification of the paraglider or its components invalidates the guarantee and its certification. The following are not considered to be modifications: a) replacement of damaged parts b)trim correction c)repairs d) partial or total line replacement. The above must all be carried out according to the parameters stipulated by NIVIUK and in accordance with its certification. -
Page 19: Technical Data
10. TECHNICAL DATA 10.1 TECHNICAL DATA CELLS Number 6,95 6,95 6,95 6,95 ASPECT RATIO Flat AREA Flat 20,5 23,5 25,5 Projected 17,53 18,81 20,1 21,8 SPAN Flat 11,94 12,37 12,78 13,31 2,16 2,23 2,31 2,41 CHORD Maximum LINES Total .2/1/3. .2/1/3. -
Page 20: Materials Description
10.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER RISERS FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 30 DMF / N20 DMF DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) MATERIAL 3455 COUSIN (FRANCE) BOTTOM SURFACE 2044 32 PS DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) COLOR INDICATOR 210D TECNI SANGLES (FRANCE) PROFILES 30 DFM / 2044 32 FM DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) -
Page 21: Risers Plan
10.3 RISERS PLAN... -
Page 22: 10.4 Suspension Plan
10.4 SUSPENSION PLAN... -
Page 23: 10.5 Dimensions Peak 5
10.5 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 21 10.6 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 22 LINES HEIGHT mm LINES HEIGHT mm 7238 7203 7223 7309 7562 7496 7461 7482 7575 7801 7145 7107 7111 7197 7301 7402 7364 7367 7461 7533 7120 7082 7088 7173... -
Page 24: Dimensions Peak 5
10.7 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 24 10.7 DIMENSIONS PEAK 5 26 LINES HEIGHT mm LINES HEIGHT mm 7747 7709 7730 7827 8056 8067 8030 8052 8147 8490 7649 7607 7612 7710 7779 7966 7926 7931 8027 8201 7624 7583 7590 7686... - Page 25 1:2015, EN 926-2:2013 and LTF NFL II- 91/09: 91/09: 13.02.2020 08.04.2020 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Peak 5 22 Peak 5 21 Model:...
- Page 26 1:2015, EN 926-2:2013 and LTF NFL II- 91/09: 91/09: 16.04.2020 13.02.2020 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Peak 5 26 Peak 5 24 Model:...
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