The Harness; The Flight; Preflight Check And Launch Preparations - Nova RA Betriebshandbuch

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How does it work?
The speed system utilizes a 3 to 1 pulley mechanism which results in shorten-
ing the A-, B-risers and C-risers as described above.
How to use it?
Before launch, attach the paraglider's risers to the harness with the main
carabiners. Then attach the "Brummel-hook" on the end of each speed system
cord to the Brummel hook on the end of the cord which runs through the 2
pulleys on the A risers.
Ensure that the speed system is untangled and operates freely before flying!

The Harness:

Any DHV certified harness with a hang point at about chest height may be
used with a NOVA RA (37-50cm over seat plate).
Please note: the hang point position changes the position of the brakes relative
to the pilots body.
The distance between left and right main carabiner should be between 40 and
60cm, depending on the size of the pilot and the type of the harness.
The NOVA test crew prefers flying with low hang point and wide distance
between main carabiners, to get a maximum of feedback from the wing.
CAUTION! CROSS STRAPS THAT ARE ADJUSTED TOO TIGHTLY CAN
DRASTICALLY EFFECT YOUR GLIDERS HANDLING, AND THUS MAY NOT
CONTRIBUTE TO HIGHER ACTIVE SAFETY! HAVE THEM TIGHTENED THE
CORRECT AMOUNT.

The Flight:

Preflight check and launch preparations:

As for any aircraft a thorough preflight check must be made prior to each flight
on the NOVA RA!
Having unpacked and laid out the paraglider in a slight horseshoe pattern the
following checks must be made:
Before every launch check lines, risers and canopy for damage! Do not launch
in case of even the smallest damage!
Also check the rapid links connecting the lines and the risers. They have to be
closed tight.
Put on the harness with maximum care and check the handle of the safety
system and that all the splints of the outer container are placed correctly.