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- Page 1 USER MANUAL SKIN 2 P...
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Page 2: Welcome
The NIVIUK Team. used correctly. NIVIUK GLIDERS & AIR GAMES SL C/ DEL TER 6, NAVE D 17165 LA CELLERA DE TER - GIRONA - SPAIN TEL. +34 972 42 28 78 FAX +34 972 42 00 86 info@niviuk.com www.niviuk.com... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL 10.3 RISERS LAYOUT AND TAKE-OFF 10.4 LINE PLAN 10.5 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 16 3.6 LANDING 3.7 PACKING 10.6 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 18 10.7 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 20 4. IN FLIGHT... -
Page 4: Characteristics
1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR Niviuk would like to reassure you that the SKIN 2 P is not just a wing for descending down mountains. Its good performance in thermals, glide Niviuk developed the SKIN 2 P by adopting very specific goals: to... -
Page 5: Construction, Materials
The SKIN 2 P comes with IKS 1300 kg (a connecting system to join the extraordinary quality. lines to the risers) as standard. Being 25 times lighter (only 0.2 g), the IKS system has a load-bearing It is lightweight, even lighter in flight and easy to pilot, with outstanding break point of 1300 kg, compared to the 800 kg of the classic maillons. -
Page 6: Elements, Components
Niviuk gliders are made of premium materials that meet the requirements The SKIN 2 P’s lines are made from Edelrid Aramid, which is also used in of performance, durability and certification that the current market other Niviuk models with proven efficiency. -
Page 7: Unpacking And Assembly
2.4 HARNESS TYPE 2.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION The SKIN 2 P can be flown with all current harness types. We We recommend unpacking and assembling the wing on a training hill or recommend the setting the chest strap to the distance specified in the a flat clear area without too much wind and free of obstacles. - Page 8 variation system. Care should be taken when the following elements interact with each other: • Trimmers • Brakes The pilot must note and assess the increase in wind speed and turbulence, and decide the most safe action to take. The trimmers serve to modify the speed of the wing. The trimmer system is set by the pilot, i.e.
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Page 9: Inspection And Wing Inflation On The Ground
3.2 PREPARATION the SKIN 2 P. In case it is necessary to modify the brake length, loosen the knot, slide the line through the brake handle to the desired point and Repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 UNPACKING AND re-tighten the knot firmly. -
Page 10: Flight Plan
4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE Landing the SKIN 2 P is like landing any other paraglider. Correctly The SKIN 2 P has an excellent profile to deal with incidents; it is very executing the different landing phases will make the touchdown more... -
Page 11: Possible Configurations
(angle of attack). If the collapse does happen, All paragliders must be piloted for the prevailing conditions and the pilot the SKIN 2 P will not react violently, the turning tendency is gradual and is the ultimate safety factor. -
Page 12: Accelerated Flight
It is most important to maintain brake pressure until the glider has The SKIN 2 P was designed to recover by itself in most cases. Do not try returned to its default overhead flying position. -
Page 13: Flying Without Brake Lines
4.4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES particular situation. If, for any reason at all, the SKIN 2 P’s brake lines become disabled in To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we flight, it will become necessary to pilot the wing with the D-risers and recommend practising within the environment of a competent training weight shifting until landing. -
Page 14: Slow Descent Technique
To start the manoeuvre, first weight shift and pull the brake handle The SKIN 2 P does not experience any problem whilst being towed. Only located on the inner side of the turn. The intensity of the turn can be qualified winch personnel should handle the certified equipment to carry controlled by braking slightly using the outer brake handle. -
Page 15: Storage
The SKIN 2 P is partly constructed using unsheathed lines. Their Direct sunlight may damage the wing’s materials and cause premature durability is within the unsheathed line standards. Their strength is aging. -
Page 16: Repairs
However, one of the obligations derived from the use of these lines is the Any repair should be done in a specialist repair shop by qualified need to maintain the trim of our SKIN 2 P within the stipulated ranges. personnel. Niviuk can not be held responsible for any damage caused by incorrect repairs. - Page 17 Niviuk’s liability for damages covers only its own products. Niviuk can take no responsibility for your actions. When flying, accept the risk involved.
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Page 18: Technical Data
10. TECHNICAL DATA 10.1 TECHNICAL DATA SKIN 2 P CELLS NUMBER FLAT AREA SPAN 9,38 9,95 10,5 ASPECT RATIO PROJECTED AREA 13,5 15,2 16,9 SPAN 7,46 7,92 8,34 ASPECT RATIO 4,12 4,12 4,12 FLATTENING CORD MAXIMUM 2,11 2,24 2,36 MINIMUM... -
Page 19: Materials Description
10.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 70000 E3H PORCHER IND (FRANCE) BOTTOM SURFACE 70000 E3H PORCHER IND (FRANCE) RIBS 70000 E91 PORCHER IND (FRANCE) LOOPS LKI - 10 KOLON IND. (KOREA) REINFORCEMENT LOOPS 9017 PORCHER IND (FRANCE) TRAILING EDGE REIFORCEMENT MYLAR 20 D-P (GERMANY) -
Page 20: Risers Layout
10.3 RISERS LAYOUT... -
Page 21: Line Plan
10.4 LINE PLAN 2ST1 br11 br10... -
Page 22: Lengths Skin 2 P
10.5 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 16 10.6 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 18 LINES HEIGHT m/m LINES HEIGHT m/m 5607 5588 5551 5540 5580 5593 6073 5965 5945 5909 5898 5941 5955 6465 5546 5529 5492 5479 5508 5505 5829 5901... -
Page 23: Lengths Skin 2 P
10.7 LENGTHS SKIN 2 P 20 LINES HEIGHT m/m 6309 6289 6246 6234 6279 6294 6788 6242 6223 6182 6168 6201 6193 6518 6232 6178 6129 6121 6168 6226 6397 6202 6148 6099 6085 6148 6221 6292 6206 6188 6143... - Page 24 The importance of small details niviuk.com...
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