Niviuk KOUGAR 3, User Manual

Page 1: ...KOUGAR 3 User s manual ...

Page 2: ...and relaxed way We are confident you will enjoy flying this glider and will soon discover the meaning of our motto The importance of small details This is the user manual and we recommend you read it carefully The Niviuk Team USER MANUAL This manual provides you with the necessary information on the main characteristics of your new paraglider Whilst it provides information on the wing it cannot be...

Page 3: ... 4 IN FLIGHT 12 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 13 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS 13 4 3 ACCELERATED FLIGHT 15 4 4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES 15 4 5 LINE KNOT S IN FLIGHT 15 5 LOSING ALTITUDE 15 5 1 BIG EARS 15 5 2 B3 TECHNIQUE 16 5 3 B LINE STALL 17 5 4 SPIRAL DIVE 17 6 SPECIAL METHODS 18 6 1 TOWING 18 6 2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT 18 7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 18 7 1 MAINTENANCE 18 7 2 STORAGE 18 7 3 PACKING INSTRUCTI...

Page 4: ...3 IN FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR The Niviuk Team has carried out extensive and meticulous design work on the KOUGAR 3 After several prototypes and many hours of test flying numerous adjustments were made These prototypes were then tested in all types of flight conditions This intense development work supported by the combined experience of the whole team has resulted in a wing with unbeatable flight behaviou...

Page 5: ...nary smooth behaviour of the KOUGAR 3 and common sense piloting will give you many hours of peaceful flying 1 4 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS The KOUGAR 3 has all the technological innovations used on other Niviuk gliders and is built with the most careful selection of current materials It has all the current technology and accessories available to improve pilot comfort whilst increasing safety and perfo...

Page 6: ...metre of error The cutting of each wing component is performed by a rigorous extremely meticulous automated computer laser cutting robotic arm This program also paints the guideline markers and numbers on each individual fabric piece thus avoiding errors during this delicate process The jigsaw puzzle assembly is made easier using this method and optimises the operation while making the quality con...

Page 7: ...structions and set the trimmers to the neutral position The KOUGAR 3 risers are colour coded Right green Left red This colour coding makes it easier to connect the wing to the correct side and helps prevent pre flight errors Correctly connect the risers to the attachment points so that the risers and lines are correctly ordered and free of twists Check that the IKS and carabiners are properly fast...

Page 8: ...ny decision 2 5 1 Speed system assembly The speed bar consists of the bar that the pilot pushes with their feet as well as the two cords that connect it to the speed system components on the risers Once you have chosen the type of speed bar you prefer you must install it Some considerations You should use the type of speed bar you consider appropriate depending on the type of harness personal pref...

Page 9: ...tion Colloquially this is called closing the trimmers The trimmers must be applied symmetrically Differential between risers mm Take off Thanks to the profile of the KOUGAR 3 all aspects of take off can be controlled using the trimmers The SLE system optimally positions the cells openings of the leading edge and thus assuring the rapid formation of the wing profile This contribution is in itself a...

Page 10: ...landing may require a larger landing area as opposed to when the trimmers are closed The KOUGAR 3 very efficiently transforms forward speed into lift and inherently allows a wide margin for error either with or without wind 2 7 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND After your gear has been thoroughly checked and the weather conditions deemed favourable for flying inflate your KOUGAR 3 as man...

Page 11: ...se the line without applying more brake It can be reached without needing to exert any pressure on it and it will return to its correct position on release 3 THE FIRST FLIGHT 3 1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION For the first flight we recommend going to your usual flying area and that a qualified instructor is present and supervising the entire procedure 3 2 PREPARATION Repeat the procedures detailed ...

Page 12: ...a as opposed to when the trimmers are closed The KOUGAR 3 very efficiently transforms forward speed into lift and inherently allows a wide margin for error either with or without wind 3 7 PACKING The KOUGAR 3 has a complex leading edge manufactured using a variety of different materials and it must be packed carefully A correct folding method is very important to extend the useful life of your par...

Page 13: ...e the wing to collapse asymmetrically in very strong turbulence especially if you do not fly actively and prevent the collapse In this case the glider conveys a loss of pressure through the brake lines and the harness To prevent the collapse from happening pull the brake handle on the affected side of the wing It will increase the incidence of the wing angle of attack If the collapse does happen t...

Page 14: ...e half way point of the total brake travel The wing will then surge violently forward and could reach a point below you It is most important to maintain brake pressure until the glider has returned to its default overhead flying position To resume normal flight conditions progressively and symmetrically release the brake line tension to regain air speed When the wing reaches the overhead position ...

Page 15: ...teer easily because are not under significant tension You will have to be careful and not handle them too heavily in case this causes a stall or negative spin The wing must be flown at full speed not accelerated during the landing approach and the D risers will have to be pulled symmetrically all the way down shortly before contact with the ground This braking method is not as effective as using t...

Page 16: ...arched wing the ears do not fold they just hang The increase of drag is more pronounced than on wings with a less pronounced arc The KOUGAR 3 is designed with little chord which is good in normal flight conditions However this same damping is what can cause us to have problems to regain normal flying speed after a high increase of the angle of attack and the added drag of the ears These particular...

Page 17: ...aneuver the B risers are gripped below the maillons and symmetrically pulled down together approx 20 30 cm and maintained in that position Initiating the maneuver is physically demanding because it can take some strength to pull the risers down until the wing is deformed After this the physical effort is less Continue to hold the risers in position Once the wing is deformed its horizontal speed wi...

Page 18: ...tic pilots in extreme situations it was not designed for it We do NOT recommend using this glider for acrobatic flying We consider acrobatic flights to be any form of piloting different than standard flights Learning acrobatic maneuvers should be conducted under the supervision of qualified instructors within a school environment and over water with all safety rescue elements in place Centrifugal ...

Page 19: ...ity and heating can have an adverse effect on the equipment 7 3 PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Inspections The KOUGAR 3 must be periodically serviced An inspection must be scheduled every 100 flying hours or every two years whichever comes first EN LTF norm We strongly recommend that any repairs should be done in a specialist repair shop by qualified personnel This will guarantee the airworthiness and conti...

Page 20: ...rmal training from anyone who is not properly qualified as a flight instructor 9 GARANTEE The equipment and components are covered by a 2 year warranty against any manufacturing defect The warranty does not cover misuse of the equipment DISCLAIMER paragliding and paramotoring are activities that require concentration specific knowledge and common sense Take care You should learn to paraglide under...

Page 21: ... C D A A B C C D A A B C C D A A B C C D A A B C C D mm 80 80 80 80 80 80 mm 160 160 160 160 160 160 km h OPEN TRIM 40 MAX 60 CLOSE TRIM 60 MAX 80 kg 60 125 65 140 70 155 80 175 90 195 100 215 kg 4 4 3 4 6 5 5 4 5 8 DGAC DGAC DGAC DGAC DGAC DGAC 10 TECHNICAL DATA 10 1 TECHNICAL DATA CELLS NUMBER ASPECT RATIO FLAT AREA FLAT PROJECTED CORD MAXIMUM LINES TOTAL MAIN RISERS NUMBER TRIMS ACCELERATOR SPE...

Page 22: ...70 EDELRID GERMANY UPPER CASCADES A 8000 U 90 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES A 8000 U 50 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES A 8000 U 70 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES A 8000 U 90 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES A 8000 U 130 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES A 8000 U 190 EDELRID GERMANY MAIN A 8000 U 90 EDELRID GERMANY MAIN A 8000 U 130 EDELRID GERMANY MAIN A 8000 U 190 EDELRID GERMANY MAIN A 8000 U 2...

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