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- Page 1 Boomerang 9 Owners’ Manual Thank you for taking the time to read Boomerang9 manual. Rev.1.11, July 2013 GinGliders Inc. 285-1 Galdam-Ri, Mohyun-Myun, Yongin-City, Kyunggi-Do, Korea www.gingliders.com, gin@gingliders.com...
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Page 2: Thank You
Improper use or misuse of GIN equipment greatly increases these risks. Neither Gin Gliders Inc nor the seller of GIN equipment shall be held liable for personal or third party injuries or damages under any circumstances. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Thank you… ............................2 Safety Notice ............................ 2 Contents ............................3 1 1 . . G G I I N N G G l l i i d d e e r r s s ..................................4 4 ... - Page 4 Gin's philosophy is simple: to design gliders that he, and any other pilot, will love to fly. This philosophy applies equally for a beginner glider such as the Bolero, as for the world-beating competition glider, the Boomerang.
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Page 5: For Pilots Who
Gin Gliders have made extensive improvements in the Boomerang9 compared to its predecessors. The Boomerang9 has a high aspect ratio and is a completely new design concept. Improvements have been made in line with GIN Gliders’ traditional values of higher stability and better performance. - Page 6 These measures guarantee that pilots fly with the assurance that their wing meets the most exacting safety standards.
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Page 7: Pre-Delivery Inspection
The main brake line lengths of the Boomerang9 are the same as on the sample that has been used for the EN/LTF certification test flights. These line lengths have been fine tuned by GIN test pilots, and it should not be necessary to adjust them. -
Page 8: Your Harness
Gin calculates and draws the plan of the glider with a distance between the carabiners of 44cm. DHV certification test flights are also carried out with this setting. We recommend setting a distance of 42cm to 50cm between the carabiners, depending on the size and design of the harness. -
Page 9: Pre-Flight Safety
Pre-flight safety To fly this equipment you should: Have appropriate practical and theoretical training and experience for this class of glider. Have the necessary insurance and licences. Be in your right mind, unaffected by extreme stress, recreational or prescribed drugs. Only fly in conditions suitable for your level of paragliding. -
Page 10: Preparation For Launch
4. Flying the Boomerang9 We recommend that you first practice inflating your glider on a small training hill or flat ground. Make your first flights with your new paraglider in gentle conditions on a familiar flying site. Preparation for launch Following a consistent method of preparation and pre-flight checks is vital for safe flying. -
Page 11: Line Knots Or Tangles
Strong Wind Launch The reverse launch technique is recommended. Holding the brakes, turn around to face the wing passing one set of risers over your head as you turn. We suggest building a "wall" by partially inflating your glider on the ground, thus sorting out the lines thoroughly. Check the airspace is clear and gently pull the glider up with the A1 and A2 riser. -
Page 12: Cascade Of Events
Asymmetric deflation In the event of encountering strong turbulence and suffering an asymmetric deflation (collapse on one side), the Boomerang9 will promptly and easily re-inflate without interference from the pilot, but the wing will turn slightly towards the collapsed side. This might be unwanted close to the ground or other gliders. -
Page 13: Losing Altitude
Spin In normal thermal flight, you are not very far from the limits of a spin. If a spin occurs, just let up the brakes and wait for the glider to surge forward, checking it with the brakes if it surges too far. -
Page 14: Steering Without Brakes
Big ears Due to the design, big ears is not possible on the Boomerang 9. B3 descent To increase your sink rate, first apply a little speed bar (about 20%) and then pull in the (outer) B3 lines simultaneously, firmly and progressively. To exit the manoeuvre, release the tips simultaneously and progressively. -
Page 15: Landing With The Boomerang9
unnecessary manoeuvres on the Boomerang9 to avoid weakening your glider and especially its lines! Landing with the Boomerang9 Select a familiar landing area free of obstacles and carefully note the wind speed and direction in the landing area. The minimum flying speed and big flaring reserve of the Boomerang9 will help you to make a soft landing in all conditions. -
Page 16: Ground Handling
5. Care, Maintenance and Repairs The materials used in the Boomerang9 have been carefully selected for maximum durability and performance. Nevertheless, following the guidelines below will keep your paraglider airworthy and will ensure a long period of continuous safe operation. Excessive wear is caused by careless ground handling and packing, unnecessary exposure to UV light, chemicals, heat and moisture. -
Page 17: Transport And Storage
In this case, the measured values should first be corrected to the same base of the Boomerang 9 check sheet data. If the lines are more than 2cm out of tolerance they should be replaced. If the lines are less than 2cm out of tolerance they can be re-trimmed either by taking (or releasing) loops on the maillons or by adding an extended maillon. -
Page 18: Environmentally Friendly Disposal Of The Paraglider
Major repairs, such as replacing panels, should only be carried out by the distributor or manufacturer. Environmentally friendly disposal of the paraglider When this paraglider cannot be used any longer after an extended period of time, you must ensure that it will be disposed in an environmentally friendly way. Please observe the existing regulations and laws in your country and do not just put a glider that is not airworthy anymore into a domestic waste bin. - Page 19 6. Reference Testing and Certification The GIN Boomerang9 has passed EN standard D and LTF D. The Boomerang9 has also passed load and shock tests with a load exceeding 8G of the maximum weight in flight. Technical Data SIZE AREA 23.00m²...
- Page 20 Line Plan...
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- Page 22 Materials Model Boomerang9 Skytex 9017 E77A/68A Bottom Skytex 70032E3X, 9017 E77A Fabric of Loaded Rib : Skytex 9017 E29A Profile Canopy Non Loaded Rib : Skytex 70032E4D Diagonal Skytex 9017 E29A Bridle Nylon 12mm Suspension Line Edelrid 8000-360/200/160/120/080/065/045 Riser Cousin Kevlar 12mm Maillons Stainless steel 3.0Ø...
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