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- Page 2 B D U J W J U Z * U T Z P V S S F T Q P O T J C J M J U Z U P L O P X B O E P C T F S W F U I F S F H V M B U J P O T P G U I F S F H J P O X I F S F Z P V n Z Gin Gliders reserves the right to alter or add to the contents of this manual at any time. You should therefore regularly visit our website: X X X H J O H M J E F S T D P N where you will find additional information relating to your paraglider and any changes to...
- Page 3 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you... … for choosing Gin Gliders. This user manual contains important information for the use and maintenance of your paraglider. Detailed knowledge of your glider and equipment will help you to fly safely and make the most of your flights.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Contents J O M J E F S T Manual Gin Gliders website Gin Gliders and the environment Respect for nature and the environment Environmentally-friendly recycling 4 B G F U Z Safety advice Safety notices... - Page 5 Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Rapid descent techniques Spiral dives B-Stall Big ears Landing Landing with motor Landing with standing propeller Landing with trailing throttle Additional information for motorized flying Range of use Towing Attaching the towline release system Tandem paragliding...
- Page 6 Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maintenance Type designation Regular inspections Lines Inspection periods Validity of inspection Inspection by the pilot Repairs Gin Gliders workshops Small repairs to the glider GIN quality and service M J E F S D I B S B D U F S J T U J D T J M M V T U S B U J P O T B O E U F D I O J D B M E B U B...
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Page 7: Manual
General instructions and guidance on carrying out the regular inspection of paragliders 3. Glider details: Pilot details , proof of ownership and inspections and repairs overview This manual was current at the time of publication, and may also be downloaded from the GIN website. Page 7... -
Page 8: Gin Gliders Website
These websites and their content are provided for your use. The content of Gin Gliders websites has been made available for your use on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Gin Gliders reserves the right to alter the websites at any time or to block access to them. -
Page 9: Safety Advice
Gin Gliders publishes on its website any technical safety notices and airworthiness instructions which are issued in respect of GIN products. The paraglider owner is responsible for carrying out the action required by the safety notice. -
Page 10: Liability, Warranty Exclusion And Operating Limitations
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or material damage which arises in connection with Gin Gliders paragliders. The certification and warranty shall be rendered invalid if there are changes of any kind (incl. paraglider design or changes to the brake lines beyond the permissible tolerance levels) or incorrect repairs to the glider, or if any inspections are missed (annual and 2-yearly check). -
Page 11: Before The First Flight
) B S O F T T For free flight the Pegasus 3 is certified for use with all harnesses with variable cross-bracing (GH type). Practically all modern harnesses are GH type harnesses. Older harnesses with fixed cross- bracing (GX type) are not certified and should not be used. -
Page 12: Reserve
If you have any questions or doubts regarding the use of your harness with the Pegasus 3, please contact a GIN dealer or Gin Gliders directly. 0 5 & % P O U B E K V T U Z P V S M F H B O E T I P V M E F S T U S B Q T U P P U J H I U M Z * G Z P V E P Z P V N B Z I B W F E J D V M U Z... -
Page 13: First Flight
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ J S T U n J H I U Carry out your first flights only during stable weather, and in a familiar area or on a training slope. You should steer gently and carefully to begin with so that you can become accustomed to the reactions of the glider without stress. -
Page 14: Preparation For Launch
Gin Gliders cannot ensure that the flight behavior described in this chapter is accurate to all engines used with the Pegasus 3. The compatibility of a new combination must therefore be confirmed by a test flight by an accredited K-pilot. -
Page 15: Start Check
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ● Check one last time that there are no knots in the lines, nothing is twisted and that the lines are not caught in vegetation or rocks. You must be particularly attentive in lighter winds. -
Page 16: Launching
Simply inflate the Pegasus 3 by taking the A1 and A2 main lines, keeping your arms bent and your hands at shoulder level. Allow your arms to rise in an arc and wait for the Pegasus 3 to inflate until it is above your head - don't push the risers. -
Page 17: Reverse Launch
F W F S T F M B V O D I The Pegasus 3 is suitable for reverse launching from light to strong wind speeds. Take the brakes and turn around to face the wing. Pass one set of risers over your head as you turn. We suggest that you partially inflate your canopy, which allows you to untangle the lines. -
Page 18: The Initial Climb-Out
An additional reason not to climb too fast is related to the risk of low-level engine failure. Although the Pegasus 3 does not hang back during a steep climb as much as some other wings, a stall is still more likely at low speed and high pitch angles. In addition, you should always be in a good position to land in case of engine trouble. -
Page 19: Normal Flight
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Naturally, the safety and success of each flight will depend on your piloting set-up, and thanks to its ability to fly safely without constant piloting adjustments, the Pegasus 3 will leave you all the comfort to adjust everything properly. -
Page 20: Active Flying
Make your first turns gradual and progressive. Also remember that your harness and its set-up has an influence of the turning behaviour of the wing. The Pegasus 3 has extremely low negative tendency, so it can also be turned in a tight area by carefully pulling the inside brake line. -
Page 21: Spiral Dives
20 m/s to be reached. It is suitable where there is a high ascent rate and little wind. The Pegasus 3 fulfils the EN spiral dive requirements and has no tendency to remain in a stable spiral dive under normal conditions. The certification test flights are carried out with a defined carabiner distance (see chapter "Harness"). -
Page 22: B-Stall
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 U B M M In the B-stall, a stall is provoked and the paraglider sinks vertically with a sink rate of approx. 8 m/s. The B-stall is suitable when there is an average ascent rate and little wind. -
Page 23: Landing
J O D S F B T F T U I F U F O E F O D Z U P E F F Q T U B M M Landing The Pegasus 3 requires no specific techniques for landing. Land on a large and obstacle-free landing site. Observe the wind direction and strength, and any hazards in, or near, the landing area. -
Page 24: Landing With Standing Propeller
For a landing with a standing propeller, turn off the engine at a height of 30 to 50 meters. The lack of motor thrust reduces the angle of attack of the Pegasus 3 and the glider speed picks up noticeably. The sink rate also increases, so that the landing approach starts very quickly and with increased sink rate. -
Page 25: Range Of Use
P X J O H The Pegasus 3 is suitable for towing and the procedure for a towing is similar in its initial stages to a forwards launch. After the canopy has been pulled up to its highest point, the pilot rises from the ground by the tension of the tow line. -
Page 26: Tandem Paragliding
Any type of acrobatic manoeuvre at all on the Pegasus 3 is contrary to law and illegal. The pilot would be putting his/her life at risk. Acrobatics involves a risk of unpredictable flight attitudes, which could lead to damage to material and structural failure. -
Page 27: Dangerous Situations
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dangerous situations and extreme flying " 3 / * / ( & Y U S F N F n J H I U N B O F V W F S T X J U I B G V M M U I S P U U M F F O H J O F B S F M J G F U I S F B U F O J O H B O E... -
Page 28: Canopy Collapses
A cravatte occurs when a wing tip becomes stuck between the glider lines, for example, following a bad take-off preparation. On the Pegasus 3, a cravatte is unlikely to occur. If you do get a cravatte, first control your direction. Do this by using weight-shift and enough counter-brake to stop the turn, but not too much to risk a stall of the opposite side. -
Page 29: Symmetric Collapses (Front Stall)
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Grabbing the stabilizer/winglet main line J H V S F " 3 / * / ( $ P V O U F S T U F F S J O H U P P T U S P O H M Z P O U I F J O n B U F E T J E F P G U I F H M J E F S D B O S F T V M U J O B T U B M M B O E U P G V S U I F S V O D P O U S P M M F E n J H I U N B O P F V W S F T D B T D B E F P G F W F O U T "... -
Page 30: Deep Stall (Parachuting, Stable Stall)
The paraglider sinks almost vertically at 4-5m/s and there is noticeably less flight noise. The Pegasus 3 has no tendency to get into in a deep stall. Should this nevertheless occur, make sure your brakes are fully released, the glider will then normally recover on its own immediately. -
Page 31: Spin
' M Z J O H J O U I F S B J O We strongly advise you not to fly in the rain on any paraglider including the Pegasus 3. If you do fly in the rain, be aware that you will have a greater risk of entering a deep stall. It is wise to apply speedbar after passing through rain until you are confident that the glider is flying normally, and... -
Page 32: Overloading
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ● avoid large angles of attack and the possible early stall near the ground (release the speed bar only slowly E W F S U J T J O H B O E B E I F T J W F T Always make sure before attaching advertising to the glider that the adhesive planned will not alter the glider’s flight behaviour. -
Page 33: Storing The Paraglider
B D L J O H U I F Q B S B H M J E F S The Pegasus 3 can be packed with all the usual methods. To ensure a long life of the profile reinforcements it is very important that you pack the paraglider carefully. It is therefore recommended that you pack the Pegasus 3 as shown in the following illustrations. -
Page 34: Rucksack
The Pegasus 3 should not be exposed to extreme heat (e.g. in the boot of the car during summer). The heat may cause any moisture present to be pressed through the fabric, thereby damaging the coating. -
Page 35: Care
Care The materials used in the Pegasus 3 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 36: Lines
“Packing the paraglider”. The plastic rods on the Pegasus 3 can all be replaced through small pockets. If you notice that a plastic rod has been damaged or misshapen because of incorrect use, this can be replaced by Gin Gliders or a Gin Gliders authorised workshop. -
Page 37: Maintenance
Z Q F E F T J H O B U J P O GIN gliders have an exact identification on the underside of the wingtip or on the centre rib, which is obligatory for all paragliders. The information required is set out in the airworthiness requirements. -
Page 38: Validity Of Inspection
Gin Gliders. Gin Gliders workshops have trained staff, original Gin Gliders parts and the necessary know-how, all of which will ensure top quality. Major repairs at the Pegasus 3, such as replacing panels, should only be carried out by the distributor or manufacturer. -
Page 39: Small Repairs To The Glider
Your GIN dealer is your first point of contact if you have any problems with your equipment. If you are unable to contact your dealer or GIN importer, contact Gin Gliders directly via our website. -
Page 40: Glider Categories And Guidelines
& / - 5 ' D F S U J m D B U J P O The Pegasus 3 received EN-A classification in the final classification by the licensing body. % F T D S J Q U J P O P G n J H I U D I B S B D U F S J T U J D T Paraglider with maximum passive safety and extremely forgiving flying characteristics. -
Page 41: Normal Flight Requirements
. B O V G B D U V S J O H B O E E F M J W F S Z All GIN gliders are produced in the company's own facilities using the most modern techniques. Highly skilled staff take extreme care during the entire manufacturing process. Stringent quality control is made after each step, and all materials that go into each wing can be traced. -
Page 42: Technical Data
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Overall illustration Overall Illustration J H V S F Technical data J [ F Area (flat) [m 24.2 26.4 28.4 30.7 Area (projected) [m 20.9 22.8 24.7 26.7 Span (flat) [m] 10.76 11.24 11.67 12.14... -
Page 43: Riser And Speed System
The Pegasus 3 is equipped with a speed system and trimmers for motorized operation. In free flight, the trimmers must not be used – such a use would be outside the limits of EN certification. With both systems, the pilot can adjust the speed behaviour of the Pegasus 3 in the respective operating mode. -
Page 44: Riser Lengths
4 Q F F E 4 Z T U F N The Pegasus 3 trim speed can be increased considerably by using the additional speed system. It is particularly useful if there is a strong headwind, for valley crossings or to leave a dangerous area quickly. -
Page 45: Line System And Brakes
- J O F T Z T U F N The Pegasus 3 has A, B and C line levels, which fork three times from the bottom (riser) to the top (canopy) and which are divided into "Main", "Middle" and "Top" lines. The individual line levels are connected with one another using the “handshake knot”... -
Page 46: Incorrect Adjustment
The Pegasus 3 riser has a lower brake pulley which is appropriate for very high attachments, e.g. when the glider is used with a trike. If you choose to use the lower brake pulley in this way, be sure to check that the brake lines are the right length. -
Page 47: Line Layout
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line layout Page 47... -
Page 48: Materials
Middle Gin Gliders TGL 125 | 145 Main / brake Gin Gliders TGL 125 | 180 | 220 | 280 3 J T F S Cousin 12 mm Aramid & Polyester - J O F T I B D L M F Stainless steel 3.2 mm... -
Page 49: Glider Details
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix Glider details J [ F $ P M P V S F S J B M O V N C F S Check flight (date): _________________________________________________________________________ Name and signature: _________________________________________________________________________ J M P U E F U B J M T S P P G P G P X O F S T I J Q... -
Page 50: Inspections And Repairs Overview
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ O T Q F D U J P O T B O E S F Q B J S T P W F S W J F X B U F 8 P S L D B S S J F E P V U... -
Page 51: Addresses
Pegasus 3 user manual _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Addresses ( " $ J O M J E F S T * O D Bâtiment 1602 2318-32, Baegok-daero, Mohyeon-myeon, 9 rue de Champagne Cheoin-Gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-Do 91200 Athis-Mons 17036 Korea FRANCE Fon: +82-31-333-1241 www.ecologique-solidaire.gouv.fr/ulm-introduction Fax: +82-31-334-6788 www.gingliders.com... - Page 52 www.gingliders.com...
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