North Wing Horizon ET 180 Owner's Manual
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4SECTION 5: SET- UP AN D F OLD DOWN PROCEDURESYour Horizon E T's unique components were designed to set-up in thesimplest, most efficient manner.The instructions given below provide you with the step-by-step procedure forsetting up your glider. By closely following these instructions, you can assureyourself a smooth, quick set-up.The Horizon ET should always be stored ribs and zipper facing up especiallyduring transportation.* - The Horizon ET may be set up in either of two ways. The first technique iswith the control bar set into position at the beginning of the procedure, and it allowsthe glider to be set up off the ground. This is acceptable in lower wind conditions,and it is effective in keeping the sail clean. In higher winds, however, the secondprocedure is preferable, in which the glider is left on the ground until ready tolaunch. In this procedure, the control bar is set into position last, and it reducespossible damage to the glider in the event of a sudden gust of wind.1) FIG. 1Place the glider on the ground with the nose into the wind and with the zipper facingupward. Remove the ribs from their bag, unzip the cover bag, undo the glider ties andassemble the control frame. NOTE: Check that all the rigging is outside of the controlframe triangle and check that the bolt,Wing nut and safety rings are fully assembled.2) FIG. 2 Roll the glider over so that it is the right way up and either standing onthe 'A' frame or flat on the ground. If the latter then ensure that the control frameis central and that the rigging is not snagged.3) FIG. 3 Remove the cover and all the ties. Carefully walk each wing out to itsapproximate flying position. AT THIS STAGE IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURETHAT THE KEEL AND LEADING EDGES ARE ALWAYS IN THE SAME PLANE.4) Rotate Kingpost up into position and hook up reflex bridles (luff lines). |
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