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- Page 1 SKIN 3 User’s manual...
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Page 2: Welcome
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 info@niviuk.com www.niviuk.com... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE 10.3 RISERS PLAN 3.2 PREPARATION 10.4 SUSPENSION PLAN 3.3 FLIGHT PLAN 10.5 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 16 3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST 10.6 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 18 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL, 10.7 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 20 AND TAKE-OFF 10.10 CERTIFICATION SPECIMEN TEST... -
Page 4: Characteristics
- Description of EN B class wing characteristics: mountaineers. The new SKIN 3 is an outstanding wing for any pilot SKIN 3 with a high degree of passive safety and very forgiving flight looking for the perfect balance between accessibility/performance and characteristics. -
Page 5: Assembly, Materials
This optimises glide in all phases of For the construction process of the SKIN 3 we use the same criteria, the flight. Because the flexible rods always return to their original shape, quality controls and manufacturing processes as in the rest of our range. -
Page 6: Elements, Components
This program also paints the guideline markers and numbers on each The SKIN 3 is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly individual fabric piece, thus avoiding errors during this delicate process. assist you in the maintenance of your paraglider: The jigsaw puzzle assembly is made easier using this method and optimises the operation while making the quality control more efficient. -
Page 7: Connecting The Harness
A, B, C and D-lines, the brake lines and corresponding risers. Make The SKIN 3 includes a speed System with a maximum travel of 45 m/m. sure that there are no knots. The speed system is engaged when the pilot pushes the speed-bar - not 2.3 CONNECTING THE HARNESS... -
Page 8: Trimmers
Trimmers / Brake. friction to a minimum, the frequency with which the speed-bar is used With the SKIN 3 it is possible to use the trimmers and brake both causes the cord to wear and you may need to replace them. -
Page 9: Inspection And Wing Inflation On The Ground
After your gear has been thoroughly checked and the weather conditions deemed favourable for flying, inflate your SKIN 3 as many times as 3.2 PREPARATION necessary to familiarise yourself with its behaviour. Inflating the SKIN 3 is easy and should not require a great deal of physical effort. -
Page 10: Pre-Flight Check List
In “strong” winds, the SKIN 3 is especially easy to control using this launch technique. Winds of The NKare Bag guides you through the folding process, allowing you to 25 to 30 km/h are considered strong for paragliding. -
Page 11: In Flight
Asymmetric collapse In spite of the SKIN 3 ’s profile stability, strong turbulent air may cause 4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE the wing to collapse asymmetrically in very strong turbulence, especially if you do not fly actively and prevent the collapse. - Page 12 Negative spin important to maintain brake pressure until the glider has returned to its A negative spin does not conform to the SKIN 3 ’s normal flight behaviour. default overhead flying position. Certain circumstances however, may provoke a negative spin (such as...
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Page 13: Accelerated Flight
This braking method is not as effective The SKIN 3 was designed to recover by itself in most cases. Do not try to as using the brake lines, and hence the wing will land with a higher over-correct it! ground speed. -
Page 14: Losing Altitud
The most suitable descent method will depend on the The SKIN 3 is designed with little chord, which is good in normal flight particular situation. conditions. However, this same damping is what can cause us to have... -
Page 15: B-Line Stall
When carrying out this manoeuvre, the wing stops flying, loses all clearance. horizontal speed and the pilot is no longer in control of the SKIN 3. To start the manoeuvre, first weight shift and pull the brake handle The airflow over the profile is interrupted and the wing enters a situation located on the inner side of the turn. -
Page 16: Slow Descent Thecnique
The pilot must also weight shift Although the SKIN 3 was tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme and lean towards the opposite side of the turn at the same time. -
Page 17: Storage
If any Nitinol rod is damaged, they are easily replaceable. The SKIN 3 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: Safety And Responsability
8. SAFETY AND RESPONSIBILITY It is well known that free-flying with a paraglider is considered a high-risk sport, where safety depends on the person who is practicing it. Incorrect use of this equipment may cause severe, life-changing injuries to the pilot, or even death. Manufacturers and dealers cannot be held responsible for your decisions, actions or accidents that may result from participating in this sport. -
Page 20: Technical Data
10. TECHNICAL DATA 10.1 TECHNICAL DATA SKIN 3 CELLS NUMBER ASPECT RATIO FLAT AREA FLAT PROJECTED 13,52 15,21 16,9 SPAN FLAT 9,38 9,95 10,49 CORD MAXIMUM 2,04 2,17 2,29 LINES TOTAL MAIN 2/3/2/2 2/3/2/2 2/3/2/2 RISERS NUMBER A/B/C/D A/B/C/D A/B/C/D... -
Page 21: Materials Description
10.2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER RISERS FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 70032 E3W PORCHER IND (FRANCE) MATERIAL 3455 COUSIN (FRANCE) BOTTOM SURFACE 70000 E3H PORCHER IND (FRANCE) COLOR INDICATOR 210D TECNI SANGLES (FRANCE) RIBS 70032 E4D PORCHER IND (FRANCE) THREAD V138 COATS (ENGLAND) -
Page 22: Risers Plan
10.3 RISERS PLAN... -
Page 23: Suspension Plan
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Page 24: Dimensions Skin 3
10.5 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 16 10.6 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 18 LINES HEIGHT mm LINES HEIGHT mm 6171 6230 6033 6052 6069 6141 6140 6570 6628 6404 6413 6445 6528 6521 6081 6149 5925 5935 5957 6029 5959 6476 6541 6293... - Page 25 10.7 DIMENSIONS SKIN 3 20 LINES HEIGHT mm 6917 6971 6745 6753 6790 6877 6892 6813 6882 6627 6632 6678 6757 6694 6727 6592 6600 6607 6689 6519 6720 6594 6596 6608 6678 6536 6687 6456 6459 6464 6550 6391...
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Page 26: Certification Specimen Test
1:2015, EN 926-2:2013 and LTF NFL II- 91/09: 91/09: 29.10.2019 29.10.2019 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Skin 3 20 Skin 3 18 Model:... - Page 27 niviuk.com...