Accelerator System; Basic Flight Techniques - Ozone roadster Bedienungsanleitung

NOTE: The Roadster is only certified with the trimmers set in the slow position,
flying the glider in the untrimmed (fast) position is safe, but falls outside of the
certification.

Accelerator System

To set up an accelerator on the ground, ask a friend to pull your risers into their in-
flight position while you sit in your harness. Now adjust the length of the line so that
the main bar sits just beneath your seat. You should now be able to hook your heel in
to the secondary (lower) loop of the accelerator.
The accelerator must be slack enough to ensure that the front risers are not pulled
down in normal flight, but not so long that it is impossible to use the full range of the
speed system. Once set up, test the full range of the speed system 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 can
make the gliders recovery from a collapse more aggressive, therefore using the
accelerator near the ground or in turbulence should be avoided.
Harness and Motor
It will be in your harness that you will enjoy flying... Therefore, we recommend you
spend the time on the ground to adjust your harness' different settings. Hang from
a solid beam and double check that you are comfortable and that you can reach the
brake handles and speed bar before flying.
The Roadster is suitable for all types of motor. There are many different motor units
available and it is vitally important that you choose one that is suitable for your needs,
weight and skill level. Always seek assistance and advice from your instructor or
experienced pilots before choosing equipment for yourself.
Total weight in flight
Each Roadster has been certified for a defined weight range. We strongly recommend
that you respect these weight ranges and fly the wing most suited to your weight. That
way you can get many hours of flight both powered and un-powered with the same
wing.

BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES

To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform practice inflations and
ground handling with and without the motor. You should have no difficulties flying the
Roadster for the first time in suitable conditions, but as with all new equipment; only fly
in conditions that you would normally fly in, on a familiar site and do so progressively.
Preparation
Lay out the Roadster downwind of your motor 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
D, 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.
Remember: Always lay out your glider downwind of the motor, never leave the
motor downwind of the wing!
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, your brake handles and throttle
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Engine warm and able to deliver full power
9. Trim set correctly
10. Prop clear of lines
11. Airspace and visibility clear
Launching
Your Roadster will launch with either the forward or reverse launch techniques. When
taking off under power, make sure there is enough clear space upwind of you to
launch and climb out safely, avoiding trees, power lines and any other obstacles that
may affect you should you have a power failure. Always fly with a safety margin so
that power failures do not leave you compromised. You should always be able to glide
power off to a suitable landing place.
Whilst inflating your wing, you should hold both of the A risers (main A and baby A) on
each side. Once clipped in, and you have gone through the take-off check list (above),
stand central to the wing to ensure an even and progressive inflation.
Run in an upright position so that the motor is generating forward thrust, do not lean
too far forward otherwise the power of the motor will attempt to push you into the
ground! When you have enough airspeed a gentle application of brake will help you lift
off. Do not stop running until your feet have left the ground and you are sure of a safe
climb out.
Forward Launch - Nil to Light winds
When the wind is favourable, move forward positively: your lines should become tight
within one or two steps. The Roadster 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
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