Basic Flight Techniques - Ozone M6 Mantra Anleitung

Extending the secondary (lower) loop of the accelerator fully will take the
glider through approximately half its accelerated speed range. Should you
need even more speed you should hook your feet on to the upper bar, which
you can then extend until the pulleys on the risers touch.
Once set up, test the full range of the accelerator in calm flying conditions:
ensure that both risers are pulled evenly during operation. Fine-tuning can be
completed when you are back on the ground.
IMPORTANT: Using the accelerator decreases the angle of
attack and makes the glider more prone to collapse, therefore
DO NOT use the accelerator when near to the ground or in
turbulent conditions.
Harness
It will be in your harness that you will enjoy flying. Therefore, we recommend
you spend the time necessary to adjust your harness's different settings until
you are completely comfortable. This will make flying more pleasurable.
The shoulder straps and the hip straps need to be set for comfort (make sure
you do not have your shoulder's strap too tight, or you might find it difficult to
get seated after launching). The ideal position in your harness should be with
your knees horizontal and your body position leaning slightly backwards with
your head behind the risers.
The chest strap should be set between 42cm and 46cm (between the centre
of the hang points). All sizes have been certified with a chest strap set
between 44cm and 46cm.
Total Weight in flight
Each Ozone glider has been certified for a defined weight range. We strongly
recommend that you respect these weight ranges. If you are between sizes
the following information may help you make a decision as to which size to
buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling or if you generally fly in mountains
and/or in strong conditions, you should chose to fly in the top part of the
weight range. If you want a better sink rate, or if you generally fly in flat
lands and/or in weak conditions, you may choose to fly nearer the middle
part of the weight range. Remember, you can always add ballast for when
conditions are stronger.

BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES

To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform practice
inflations and small flights on a training hill. This will enable you to set up your
equipment correctly. If in any doubt please get advice and help from your
local dealer or instructor.
Preparation
Lay out the wing on its top surface in a pronounced arc, with the centre of
the wing higher than the tips. Lay out the lines one side at a time. Hold up
the risers and starting with the brake lines, pull all lines clear. Repeat with the
stabilo, C, B and A lines, laying the checked lines on top of the previous set,
and making sure no lines are tangled, knotted or snagged. Mirror the process
on the other side.
Take-off checklist:
1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmet on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed - check leg-loops again
4. Karabiners and maillons tight
5. Holding the A's and your brake handles
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Airspace and visibility clear
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Launching
Your M6 will launch with either the forward or reverse techniques.
Forward Launch - Nil to Light winds
When the wind is favourable, whilst gently holding the A risers move forward
positively, your lines should become tight within one or two steps and the
M6 will immediately start to inflate. You should maintain a constant pressure
on the risers until the wing is overhead. Do not pull down or push the risers
forward excessively, or the leading edge will deform and possibly collapse
making taking-off more difficult and potentially dangerous.
Move smoothly throughout the entire launch, there is no need to rush or
snatch at it. You should have plenty of time to look up and check your canopy
before committing yourself. Once you are happy that the M6 is inflated
correctly, accelerate smoothly off the launch.
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Reverse Launch Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your wing as you would for the forward launch. However, this time
turn to face it, passing one entire set of risers over your head as you turn.
Now you can inflate the glider with the A-risers. Once the wing is overhead,
release the risers, brake gently if necessary, turn and launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the glider as it
inflates. This will take some of the energy out of the glider and it will be less
likely to overfly you. This reverse-launch technique can be used in surprisingly
light winds too.
IMPORTANT: Never take off with a glider that is not fully
inflated or if you are not in control of the pitch/roll of your
wing.
Practice ground handling a lot! Not only is it great fun, but it will give you a
much better feel for your wing's flight characteristics. It will also improve your
overall enjoyment of flying by giving you the feeling of control and making
your launches easier and less stressful.
Landing
The M6 shows no unusual landing characteristics but as a reminder, here are
some tips:
• Always set up for your landing early, give yourself plenty of options and
a safe margin for error.
• Once below 30 metres avoid turning tightly.
• Allow the glider to fly at hands up (trim) speed for your final descent
until you are around 1 metre above the ground (in windy or turbulent
conditions you must fly the glider actively all the way). Apply the brakes
slowly and progressively to slow the glider down until groundspeed has
been reduced to a minimum and you are able to step onto the ground.
• In light winds/zero wind you need a strong, long and progressive flare
to bleed off all your excess ground speed. In strong winds your forward
speed is already low so you are flaring only to soften the landing. A
strong flare may result in the glider climbing upwards and backwards
quickly, leaving you in a vulnerable position.
• If the glider does begin to climb, ease off the brakes (10-20cm) - do not
put your hands up all the way - then flare again, but more gently this
time. Keep the brakes at mid speed, stand up, be ready to run and make
sure you brake fully as you arrive on the ground.
• In strong winds you need to turn towards the glider the second your feet
touch the ground. Once facing the wing pull smoothly and symmetrically
down on the brakes to stall the wing. If the glider pulls you, run toward it.
• If the wind is very strong, and you feel you might be dragged, or lifted
again, stall the glider with the C risers. This stalls the wing in a very quick
and controllable way and will drag you less than if you use the brakes.
• Always land heading into wind!
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