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USER MANUAL
GRAVITY Xrocket
EN REV.V01 - 2020
symmetrical rejection, the cap surges forward quickly, as soon as the wing nods strongly
forward, the glider must be braked briefly and firmly. An asymmetrical recovery must be
avoided, there is a risk of falling/ diving into the glider.
7.9
Negative turn/ spin
A negative turn/spin is initiated, when the pilot pulls the brake on one side fast and completely
through to the point of stall while letting the other brake partly free. With a negative turn the
glider turns relatively fast around its centre, while the inside flies backwards. In order to exit
a negative spin, the applied brake is released, where stalled side of the wing can pick up speed
or one exits though a full stall, by braking the flying side into a stall as well.
PAY ATTENTION_
The negative spin and the full stall are both unpredictable and
dangerous flight manoeuvres and should never be deliberately flown except in safety training
and carried out under professional instruction. There is a risk of a riser twist. The brake lines
can get blocked during a twist.
PAY ATTENTION_
Using full stalls and negative curves/ spins as means to a quick
descent is hazardous and dangerous, as incorrect recovery, regardless of the type of glider,
can have disastrous consequences.
7.10
Emergency piloting/ control
If for some reason it is not possible to control the GRAVITY Xrocket with the brake lines, it
can also be controlled and landed very well with the back risers. Turns can be flown with a
weight shift, but please pay attention that the glider does not lock in a spiral.
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REPAIRS_
In general, repairs to paragliders may only be carried out by authorized service centres. Small
damages such as cracks or small holes up to a size of 2 x 2 cm, which can be carried out
without special equipment, may be carried out by the pilot him-/ herself. The supplied repair
adhesive sail from the repair kit is to be used. Cracks or small holes are made from either side
of the damaged area. Please note that the repair adhesive sail protrudes at least 2 cm above
the damaged area on all sides. The adhesive sail can be cut to the appropriate shape.
Rounding the corners prevents detachment and fraying.
