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Malibu
Owner's manual
Moyes Delta Gliders Pty. Ltd.
Version 3.00

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  • Page 1 Malibu Owner’s manual Moyes Delta Gliders Pty. Ltd. Version 3.00...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Amendments ..................4 Document format .................. 4 Introduction ................... 5 What is the Malibu like to fly? ............... 6 Assembly from short pack to full length ..........7 Set up procedure .................. 9 Pre-flight check ................... 13 Flying the Malibu ................. 15 Pack up ....................

  • Page 4: Amendments

    Changes 1.00 23 March 2010 Initial release 2.00 8 April 2010 Include Malibu 166 specs 3.00 27 August 2021 Update M2188 DOCUMENT FORMAT This document is formatted for double sided printing, the odd numbered pages have a wider margin on the left and the even number pages have it on the right. That allows for binding along the edge.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing your Moyes Malibu. This glider epitomises all the qualities of safety, performance and handling that is the Moyes tradition. The development of the Malibu is indicative of the dedication of the Moyes design team who strive to offer a range of high quality hang gliders for all pilots.

  • Page 6: What Is The Malibu Like To Fly

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL WHAT IS THE MALIBU LIKE TO FLY? From the moment you launch you can feel the Malibu is a calm steady glider and easy to control. If you are a novice, the low speed capability and steadiness of this glider are keys to developing confidence and with confidence, skills will follow.

  • Page 7: Assembly From Short Pack To Full Length

    Normally your Malibu will have been assembled to full length by your dealer. If your glider is already full length, skip this section and go to the Set-Up Procedures section.
  • Page 8 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL On the rear leading edge tubes, note the slot at the inner end. This slot locates the leading edge onto the locating pin when it fits into the front leading edge tube. Take the rear leading edge for the right side and slide it inside the sail at the right wing tip.

  • Page 9: Set Up Procedure

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL SET UP PROCEDURE There are two set up methods and both are covered in this procedure. Standing on the control frame. • Good for lighter winds. The glider stands on the control frame and then you open the wings and finish assembly. The glider stands rear to wind.
  • Page 10 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL Remove the glider bag. For standing set up, take it from the nose first to avoid the bag pulling the glider over should it be caught by a fiendish gust. Remove remaining ties and padding, Move to the nose of the glider and insert the nose batten checking that it fits over the lug on the keel.
  • Page 11 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL Familiarise yourself with the functioning of the batten flip tips. Do not use force to release them as that will break the clasp. To release them, squeeze the tip and lift. The batten length is adjusted by screwing the tips in and out. The length has been adjusted at the factory and should be correct.
  • Page 12 It also gives better glider feedback. If you need to raise or lower your harness, change your hang loops. Do not tie knots in them. Your Moyes dealer can supply different length hang loops. Version 3.0...

  • Page 13: Pre-Flight Check

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL PRE-FLIGHT CHECK Follow the same routine every time you set up. If you are distracted, begin again. A good habit is to touch or point to each component that you are checking. This ensures that the check is more than just a cursory glance.
  • Page 14 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL NOTE Never detach the harness from the glider until you are packing up. Climb into your harness AFTER it is attached to the glider. This will avoid the risk of taking off without being attached. NOTE Be mindful all rigging should be replaced according to the manufacturing recommendation.

  • Page 15: Flying The Malibu

    For this style of glider (single surface), fly fast to spoil your glide angle. To maintain your glide angle fly slower (this works well for single surface gliders like the Malibu but may not for high performance gliders). While there is still enough airspeed left to flare, slowly increase your rate of push out bringing it to a full UP and OUT arm extension.

  • Page 16: Pack Up

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL PACK UP Two methods of packing up the glider are described below; Standing on the control frame. • Good for lighter winds. The glider stands on the control frame and you fold the wings in and finish packing. The glider stands rear to wind.
  • Page 17 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL At the rear of the glider, unclip the crossbar pullback and kingpost wire. At the rear of the glider and at the middle of one wing, lift the trailing edge of the sail so that the leading edge folds in about half way. Do the same on the other wing.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Malibu 166 Malibu 188 15.4 sq m 17.5 sq m Area 166 sq ft 188 sq ft 9.2 m 10.1 m Span 30 ft 33.1 ft Nose Angle 120.5 degrees 120.5 degrees Aspect Ratio 23 kgs...

  • Page 19: Design Notes

    It is important to understand that any alteration to luff line lengths or batten profile may reduce the glider’s pitch stability. The Malibu meets or exceeds all DHV airworthiness standards. DHV is a German standard broadly accepted in Europe.

  • Page 20: Disclaimer

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL DISCLAIMER The owner and operator must understand that due to the inherent risk involved in flying such a unique vehicle, no warranty is made or implied of any kind against accidents, bodily injury or death. Operations such as aerobatic manoeuvres or erratic pilot technique may ultimately produce equipment failure and are specifically excluded from the warranty.

  • Page 21: General Tuning Hints

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL GENERAL TUNING HINTS Your Malibu is test flown prior to delivery. Unless it has been damaged in transport it will arrive with standard factory trim. The flight characteristics for proper “trim” setting are as follows: Trim speed without pilot input is approximately 4 kph (2 mph) above stall speed.
  • Page 22 NOTE This repair is very delicate and should only be attempted if the bar is only slightly bent. It is always a good idea to consult your Moyes dealer before rushing in. Sail Tension Sail tension adjustment is not normally required but is achieved by shortening or lengthening the leading edge.
  • Page 23 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL Glider Care General Hint: If you are replacing any components, keep the old one so that you can check the dimensions of the new one when it arrives. Post Flight After coastal flying and particularly on sand dunes, the glider will be covered with a thin layer of salt spray.
  • Page 24 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL Battens The battens usually hold their shape well unless there has been an incident or undue wind pressure on the back. If reshaping is required, warm the tube first by rubbing and avoid over working the tube.

  • Page 25: Maintenance Schedule

    This is a complete strip down of the glider removing all components and tube end caps so that every component can be fully inspected. This annual inspection can be done by you but preferably your Moyes dealer or a qualified hang glider technician.

  • Page 26: Checking The Stability System

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL CHECKING THE STABILITY SYSTEM The stability system is the dive struts and the luff lines. The dive struts have two settings and these are set by inserting the dive strut with the mound on the top or on the bottom. Putting the mound at the bottom raises the dive strut to provide greater dive recovery.

  • Page 27: Spare Parts Ordering

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL SPARE PARTS ORDERING You can order spares from your Moyes dealer or directly from the Moyes Gliders factory. Gliders have a unique serial number located on the nose plate and on the sail. The number is the same on both.

  • Page 28: Bolt Index & List

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL BOLT INDEX & LIST JUNCTION PART NO. QTY. WASHERS STANDARD FRAME: ROUND NOSE PLATE / LEADING EDGE AN4-25A AN4 H 2x SM + 6x M Plastic NOSE PLATE / KEEL / FRONT AN4-30A AN4 F 1x S/S...
  • Page 29 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL CROSS BAR PULL BACK / SHACKLE AN4-10A AN4 H 1x SS DOWN TUBE TOP / STEEL BRACKET AN4-12A AN4 H 4x SM Plastic 2x SS DOWN TUBE TOP & BOTTOM / PLUG 2C35 C.PIN RING DOWN TUBE / BASE TUBE KNUCKLE...
  • Page 30 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL – BOLTS & FITTINGS TOP SIDE WIRE AN4 30A/HALF NUT AN5 31A/HALF NUT ALUMINIUM BUSH AN4 30A/HALF NUT AN5 31A/HALF NUT LARGE PLASTIC WASHER CROSS BAR CROSS BAR PLATE WITH NOTCH S/S WASHER BOTTOM SIDES AN4 23A/HALF NUT...
  • Page 31 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL – BOLTS & FITTINGS AN4 25A AN4 25A AN4 34A AN4 30A TOP PLATE BOTTOM PLATE AN4 25A AN4 25A AN4 30A BAILEY BLOCK BOTTOM PLATE AN4 34A BALL JOINT AN4 12A KEEL UBR AN4 25A/HALF NUT...
  • Page 32 MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL – BOLTS & FITTINGS SS WASHER MED PLASTIC WASHER AN4 15A AN4 30A AN4 30A/FULL NUT AN4 30A/FULL NUT PULL BACK LINES BUTTERFLY HINGE AN4 15A AN4 25A FRONT 3C 35 CLEVIS PIN LE BACK SECTION SS RING...

  • Page 33: Purchase Record

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL PURCHASE RECORD Please complete this section for future reference. Glider Model and Size Purchase Date Serial Number Dealer (purchased from) Dealer Address MAINTENANCE LOG Date Work Completed Version 3.00...

  • Page 34: Instructional Video List

    MALIBU OWNERS MANUAL INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO LIST This is a list of the instructional videos referred to in the text. These videos are contained on the memory stick with this manual. Click on each logo to view the video. Malibu in flight...

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