Trimmer System - Flow Paragliders Cosmos Power Series Manual

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7.2 Trimmer System

The trimmers are a system to modify glider profile, altering the angle
of attack of the wing to set a desired trim speed. The 'neutral' or
standard trim position is when the trimmers are pulled all the way
down. The standard trim setting is ideal for climbing under power, for
launching and landing.
Brake pressure is lighter, and the handling is at its best on the
standard trim setting. To increase cruise speed, you can use the speed
system or release the trimmers or use both in unison.
The wing is most stable on its slowest setting, i.e. with trimmers in
the standard position and no accelerator applied. To activate (to open
the trimmers) the pilot should gently push the "trimmers" cam lock
to allow the straps to slide, lowering the angle of attack. Release the
cam lock to lock the straps at the desired setting. To close the
trimmers, to increase the angle of attack, the pilot should pull the
straps down vertically until the desired setting is achieved.
When launching and landing the glider should be trimmed "neutral"
with the rear riser system pulled shut (see trimmer section bellow).
With the trimmer system fully closed the aero foil is at its most
efficient.
SAFETY NOTE: TRIMMERS SHOULD BE OPERATED EVENLY AND SMOOTHLY IN BOTH DIRECTIONS. AGGRESSIVE OR ASYMETRIC OPERATIONS ARE
NOT RECCOMENDED.