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  • Page 1 HOOK 5 P User’s manual...

  • Page 2: User's Manual

    This is the user manual and we recommend you read it carefully. The NIVIUK Gliders Team. 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.2 PREPARATION 10.3 RISERS PLAN 3.3 FLIGHT PLAN 10.4 SUSPENSION PLAN 3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 10.5 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 20 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, 10.6 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 22 AND TAKE-OFF 10.7 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 24 3.6 LANDING 10.8 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 26...

  • Page 4: Characteristics

    It is important to note that different size wings will react differently during manoeuvres. Even within the same size, at maximum or minimum load, With the new HOOK 5 P you too can discover and enjoy hike & fly or vol- the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary.

  • Page 5: In-Flight Behaviour

    Titanium Technology (TNT) – a revolutionary technique using titanium. Using Nitinol in the internal construction provides a more uniform profile The HOOK 5 P flies efficiently. It enters thermals with sufficient speed to and reduces the weight to gain efficiency in flight. Nitinol provides the centre in the lift and climbs progressively.
  • Page 6 5. Pass this same end through the riser. harness. For that specific function, Niviuk developed the IKS3000. For 6. Now pass the end back through the sleeve (not through the channel) more information visit niviuk.com...

  • Page 7: Elements, Components

    1.5 ELEMENTS, COMPONENTS For the construction process of the Hook 5 P we use the same criteria, quality controls and manufacturing processes as in the rest of our range. The HOOK 5 P is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly From Olivier Nef’s computer to fabric cutting, the operation does not...

  • Page 8: Unpacking And Assembly

    Identify, and if necessary untangle, the A, B and C-lines, the brake lines and corresponding A+A’/B/C risers. Make The Hook 5 P includes a speed system with a maximum travel of 13 cm. sure that there are no knots.
  • Page 9 •Full speed-bar: the difference between the A - C-risers becomes:13 cm. The P models were designed with the idea of saving weight across the entire equipment. To achieve this, Niviuk decided to deliver the wings Please note! without the classic Brummel hooks and opting for a kite-style knotting The use of the speed system results in changes to the speed and system.

  • Page 10: Inspection And Wing Inflation On The Ground

    Inflating the HOOK 5 P is easy and should not require a great deal of 3.2 PREPARATION physical effort. Inflate the wing with a little pressure from the body using the harness.

  • Page 11: Wing Inflation, Control, And Take-Off

    The HOOK 5 P lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into lift at your demand, allowing an enormous margin of error. Wrapping the brake lines Having the knowledge that the testing house provides through the test around your hand to get greater braking efficiency is not necessary.

  • Page 12: Possible Configurations

    4.2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS Frontal collapse Due to the HOOK 5 P ’s design, in normal flying conditions frontal To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we recommend collapses are unlikely to take place. The wing’s profile has great buffering practising within the environment of a licensed training outfit.

  • Page 13: Accelerated Flight

    The HOOK 5 P ’s profile was designed for stable flight throughout its entire overhead.

  • Page 14: Flying Without Brake Lines

    4.4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES 5. LOSING ALTITUDE If, for any reason at all, the HOOK 5 P ’s brake lines become disabled Knowledge of different descent techniques could become vital in in flight, it will become necessary to pilot the wing with the C-risers and certain situations.

  • Page 15: B-Line Stall

    The HOOK 5 P is designed with little chord, which is good in normal flight To exit the manoeuvre, simultaneously release both risers. The wing will conditions. However, this same damping is what can cause us to have then slightly surge forward and automatically return to normal flight.

  • Page 16: Slow Descent Thecnique

    The pilot must also weight shift The HOOK 5 P does not experience any problem whilst being towed. Only and lean towards the opposite side of the turn at the same time.

  • Page 17: Folding Instructions

    If any Nitinol rod is damaged, they are easily replaceable. The HOOK 5 P must be periodically serviced. An inspection must be scheduled every 100 flying hours or every two years whichever comes The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed.

  • Page 18: Repairs

    Any repair should be done in a specialist repair shop by qualified modest when you evaluate your skill level in terms of meteorology. personnel. Niviuk cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by incorrect Niviuk’s liability for damages covers only its own products. repairs.

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    10. TECHNICAL DATA 10.1 TECHNICAL DATA NUMBER CELLS ASPECT RATIO FLAT AREA FLAT 17,06 18,76 20,47 22,17 23,88 PROJECTED 2,42 2,54 2,66 2,76 2,87 CORD MAXIMUM LINES TOTAL MAIN 2/1/3/2 2/1/3/2 2/1/3/2 2/1/3/2 2/1/3/2 RISERS NUMBER A/A'/B/C A/A'/B/C A/A'/B/C A/A'/B/C A/A'/B/C ACCELERATOR 3,15*...

  • Page 21: Materials Description

    10.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER MAIN TNL - 280 TEIJIM LIMITED (JAPAN) UPPER SURFACE 70032 E3W PORCHER IND (FRANCE) MAIN BREAK TNL - 280 TEIJIM LIMITED (JAPAN) BOTTOM SURFACE 70000 E3H PORCHER IND (FRANCE) THREAD SERAFIL 60 AMAN (GERMANY) PROFILES 70000 E91 / 70032 E4D PORCHER IND (FRANCE)

  • Page 22: Risers Plan

    10.3 RISERS PLAN...

  • Page 23: Suspension Plan

    10.4 SUSPENSION PLAN...
  • Page 24 10.5 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 20 10.6 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 22 LINES HEIGHT mm LINES HEIGHT mm 5861 5762 5802 5910 6423 6161 6064 6109 6222 6770 5804 5701 5752 5858 6234 6106 6004 6054 6166 6569 5734 5694...
  • Page 25 10.7 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 24 10.8 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 26 LINES HEIGHT mm LINES HEIGHT mm 6454 6344 6408 6522 7093 6742 6626 6689 6811 7396 6398 6286 6350 6466 6885 6686 6569 6639 6760 7181 6334 6297...
  • Page 26 10.9 DIMENSIONS HOOK 5 P 28 LINES HEIGHT mm 6980 6865 6933 7060 7672 6930 6806 6879 7011 7447 6897 6853 6952 7075 7361 6811 6713 6794 6903 7297 6744 6649 6721 7113 6592 6551 6631 7039 6499 6512 6611...
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