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- Page 1 USER’S MANUAL TAKOO 3...
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Page 2: Welcome
This is the user’s manual that we recommend you to read in detail. 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
3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 11.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, AND 11.3 RISERS ARRANGEMENT TAKE-OFF 11.4 LINE PLAN 3.6 LANDING 11.5 LENGHTS TAKOO 3 39 4. IN FLIGHT 11.6 LENGTHS TAKOO 3 42 4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 11.7 CERTIFICATION SPECIMEN TEST... -
Page 4: Characteristics
This test was carried out in the Swiss Air-Turquoise laboratories in Switzerland. The Takoo 3 passed the required test with excellent results. given by the TAKOO 3 is the expected response. The pilot will discover The certification result achieved on the TAKOO 3 is EN/LTF B... -
Page 5: Elements, Components
UV standards and resilient properties when The TAKOO 3 is delivered to its owner together with a series of used during normal conditions. components that, although not fundamental, do take an important part in the use, transport and storage of the paraglider: Not a single millimetre of error is possible in the manufacturing process from Olivier’s computer to the cutting of the fabric. -
Page 6: Assembly Of The Harness
2.4 TYPE OF HARNES avoid any tangle between lines and risers. The TAKOO 3 has been certified on EN B with a harness according to the The trims have to be manually activated by the pilot. They are placed on following rules: the D-riser, one in each side. -
Page 7: Adjusting The Brakes
12 o’clock position, simply apply correct pressure on the brake lines and the TAKOO 3 will sit over your head. 3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 2.7 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES Once you are ready, but before you take-off, carry out another equipment inspection. -
Page 8: In Flight
On the flight test report there is all necessary information to know how the new glider will react on each manoeuvres tested. The TAKOO 3 absorbs the speed in order to allow you a perfect landing, It is important to take into account that each size can have a different even on days with nil wind. - Page 9 If you cannot undo the tangle, fly to the nearest possible landing spot, the TAKOO 3 and it is highly unlikely to happen on this paraglider. If it control the flying course with your body movements and a little pressure does happen, the feeling would be that the wing would not be advancing;...
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Page 10: Using The Trim Display
The most adequate descent method will depend on the particular situation. If, for any reason at all, you cannot use the brake lines of your TAKOO 3 you will have to pilot the wing using the D-risers and your body weight We recommend that you learn to use these manoeuvres under the tuition to fly towards the nearest landing. -
Page 11: B-Line Stall
EAR LOCK SYSTEM (ELS) applied in the first TAKOO glider. situation similar to parachuting. The TAKOO 3 is fitted with big ear pulleys with an ear lock-on system. To carry out this manoeuvre you have to take the B-lines at the maillons The improved EAR LOCK SYSTEM (ELS) allows locking and unlocking height leaving them as base in the hand palm avoiding taking the A&B... -
Page 12: Spiral Dive
(G force). This can cause a loss of orientation and consciousness (blackouts). These are the reasons why it is best to carry out this The TAKOO 3 does not experience any problem when being towed. Only manoeuvre gradually so your capacity to resist the G forces increases qualified personnel should handle the qualified equipment to carry out and you will learn to fully appreciate and understand the manoeuvre. -
Page 13: Folding Instructions
SLE, several smaller folds should be avoided. You should ensure your TAKOO 3 is periodically serviced and checked at your local repair shop every 100 hours of use or every two years (whichever happens first). -
Page 14: Safety And Responsibility
If the wing is damaged, you can temporarily repair it by using the rip stop that you’ll find in the repair kit, so long as no stitches are involved in the tear. Any other type of tear must be repaired in a specialized repair shop or by qualified personnel. -
Page 15: Technical Data
11. TECHNICAL DATA 11.1 TECHNICAL DATA TAKOO 3 CELLS NUMBER CLOSED FLAT AREA 41,5 SPAN 14,51 14,97 15,24 ASPECT RATIO PROJECTED AREA 33,03 35,15 36,42 SPAM 11,5 11,86 12,07 ASPECT RATIO FLATTENING CORD MAXIMUM 3,33 3,44 3,49 MINIMUM 0,68 0,77... -
Page 16: Materials Description
11.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE SKYTEX 38 9017 E25 PORCHER IND (FRANCE) BOTTOM SURFACE SKYTEX 32 70032 E17+ PORCHER IND (FRANCE) PROFILES SKYTEX 40 9017 E29 PORCHER IND (FRANCE) DIAGONALS SKYTEX 40 9017 E30 PORCHER IND (FRANCE) LOOPS LKI - 10 KOLON IND. - Page 17 11.3 RISER ARRANGEMENT TAKOO 3...
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Page 18: Line Plan 11.5 Lenghts Takoo 3
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Page 19: Lengths Takoo 3
11.5 LENGTHS TAKOO 3 39 11.6 LENGTHS TAKOO 3 42 LINES HEIGHT m/m LINES HEIGHT m/m 8.283 8.153 8.188 8.327 9.109 8.556 8.422 8.459 8.599 9.374 8.219 8.088 8.104 8.226 8.762 8.491 8.355 8.372 8.495 9.020 8.189 8.061 8.075 8.193 8.639... - Page 20 11.6 LENGTHS TAKOO 3 43 LINES HEIGHT m/m 8.716 8.580 8.617 8.759 6.640 8.650 8.512 8.529 8.654 9.278 8.620 8.486 8.500 8.621 9.149 8.644 8.515 8.548 8.687 9.045 8.606 8.490 8.662 8.790 8.910 8.566 8.454 8.574 8.688 8.855 8.540 8.440 8.483...
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Page 21: Certification Specimen Test
In accordance with EN standards 926-2:2005 & 926-1:2006: 28. 01. 2014 19. 11. 2013 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Takoo 3 39 Takoo 3 42... - Page 22 The importance of small details niviuk.com...
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