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- Page 1 USER’S MANUAL MAKAN...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IN FLIGHT Pre-flight checks Launch Landing Flying above water or landing in water TYPES OF FLIGHT Winch flying Tandem Other CARE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Storage Checks and inspections Repairs Niviuk Service Product registration SAFETY AND RESPONSIBILITY GUARANTEE SPECIFICATIONS Compatibility Certification... -
Page 3: Welcome
We would like to share with you the excitement and passion that went into the process of creating this harness. The MAKAN has been designed to offer excellent maneuverability and to complement different learning and progression stages in your paragliding journey. -
Page 4: User Manual
Flying instruction can only be provided by flying schools recognised by the free flying federation of your country. You can get more information from our website at niviuk.com We would like to remind you of the importance of carefully reading the contents of this manual for your new MAKAN harness. -
Page 5: General Characteristics
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS Overview of the harness MAIN PARAGLIDER HANG POINTS BACK POCKET CHEST STRAP BUCKLES SIDE POCKET SPEED-BAR PULLEYS SPEED-BAR FOAM PROTECTOR POCKET SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT CHEST STRAP ADJUSTMENT BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT PARACHUTE DEPLOYMENT HANDLE... -
Page 6: Technical Data
Weight (Ibs) Target group The MAKAN is the harness designed by Niviuk for instruction. It is a harness ideal for beginning to fly. It has been designed to offer a high degree of comfort and excellent maneuverability, as it adapts... -
Page 7: Design Process
Design process The NIVIUK team has done extensive and meticulous work. Numerous adjustments were made as a result of flight testing of the various prototypes. These were tested in all flight conditions. This intensive development of an innovative and modern harness has been made possible by the extensive experience of our team. -
Page 8: Unpacking And Assembly
Connecting the harness to the wing The MAKAN has two carabiners to connect the harness to the paraglider. The right carabiner is connected to the right riser of the wing. The left carabiner is therefore connected to the left riser. -
Page 9: Installing The Protectors And Accessories
Installing the protectors and accessories OPEN ZIP INSTALL FOAM PROTECTOR CLOSE ZIP... -
Page 10: Installing The Parachute
Installing the parachute You can find a tutorial on correctly installing parachutes in our harnesses on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/VNd7EIRVC3g *Please note: the parachute must be fitted inside the container. In case the parachute is too small and to avoid movement, foam must be incorporated to solve this problem. If it fits too loosely in the inner container there is a possibility that it may twist or that the lines or webbing may not be positioned correctly, which may make it difficult or impossible to deploy the parachute. - Page 11 Prepare the materials you will use to Connect the parachute bridle to the Y-bridle connect the parachute and the Y-bridle of using a 7 mm maillon. the harness. Use rubber bands at each end of the (1 x Rescue INOX 7MM). maillion to avoid any slipping or movement.
- Page 12 Identify the different numbers of the flaps to perform the correct closing sequence of the parachute compartment. Use a thin piece of string or paraglider Insert the two ends of the string/line through line to close the flaps. Pass the string/line the back of the hole labelled “2”.
- Page 13 Close the zip as indicated in the image. Make sure that the zip is securely closed from the start of the zip all the way to the top of the harness. Insert the two ends of the string/line through the back of the eyelet labelled “4” and pull until the loop passes completely through.
- Page 14 Make sure that the bridle connecting the handle to the parachute is tightened securely. These images show the correct and incorrect installation. The Makan harness is delivered with extra foam to adjust the volume of the container in case a small parachute is used.
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Page 15: In Flight
The parachute also has to be removed and spread out to dry properly. Once dried, it must be folded, packed and installed correctly. See the section on “installing the parachute”. Do not store your equipment if it is still wet or damp - wait for it to dry completely. niviuk.com... -
Page 16: Types Of Flight
The MAKAN is not recommended for tandem operation. Other The MAKAN is not designed or recommended for aerobatic or acro flying. We consider aerobatic/acrobatic flights to be any form of piloting which varies from standard flights. Learning aerobatic/acrobatic manoeuvres should be conducted under the supervision of qualified instructors within a school environment and over water with all safety/rescue elements in place. -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
The materials used in the Keep your equipment in the In addition to daily and pre- MAKAN have been carefully in a cool, dry place away from flight checks, the MAKAN selected to ensure maximum solvents, fuels or oils. Do not must be thoroughly inspected durability. -
Page 18: Repairs
We offer our pilots the harness, you can register your critical parts of the harness best service for their flying product on the Niviuk website must be carried out by the equipment. This is why we in the MyNiviuk section. -
Page 19: Safety And Responsibility
The equipment and components are covered by a 2-year warranty against any manufacturing defect. If you notice any defects in your harness, please contact Niviuk immediately for a more thorough inspection. The warranty does not cover misuse of the equipment. -
Page 20: Certification
Certification You will find the certification certificates on the product page at niviuk.com. - Page 21 NIVIUK GLIDERS & AIR GAMES SL C/ Del Ter 6 - nave D 17165 La Cellera de Ter - Girona - Spain Tel: +34 972 422 878 info@ niviuk.com...
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