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  • Page 1 HOOK 6 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 All this, in order to be able to offer you the maximum pleasure in every flight under a Niviuk paraglider. The HOOK 6 is an accessible and stable progression glider that will allow you to advance in all your flights and encourage you to experience new adventures.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY its own system of licensing. 10.4 LINE PLAN 2.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION 10.5 LINE LENGTHS HOOK 6 20 2.2 PROCEDURE Only the aeronautical authorities of respective countries can determine pilot competence. 10.6 LINE LENGTHS HOOK 6 22 2.3 CONNECTING THE HARNESS...

  • Page 4: Characteristics

    The new HOOK 6 provides the perfect balance to progress in all your flights and it will encourage you to experience new adventures. The excellent qualities of the previous model have been optimised to offer more To increase performance while maintaining the highest level of safety.

  • Page 5: Elements, Components

    The canopy is cut and assembled under strict quality control conditions facilitated by the automation of this process. The HOOK 6 is delivered with a series of accessories that will greatly assist you in the maintenance of your paraglider: Every wing is individually checked with a final visual inspection.

  • Page 6: Unpacking And Assembly

    It will help you to carry out all the recommended steps required to check and The HOOK 6 can be flown with all current harness types. We recommend setting the chest strap to inflate the HOOK 6.

  • Page 7: Adjusting The Brakes

    However, they can be changed to suit your flying style. It is advisable to fly with the original setting for a period of time to get used to the actual behaviour of the HOOK 6. In case it is necessary to modify the brake length, loosen the knot, slide the line through the brake handle to the desired point and re-tighten the knot firmly.

  • Page 8: Landing

    This method will keep the profile in its original shape and protect the integrity of the 4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE The HOOK 6 has an excellent profile to deal with incidents; it is very stable in all conditions and has a high degree of passive safety, even in turbulent conditions.
  • Page 9 Be cautious when attempting to undo a tangle while flying near terrain or other paragliders; it The possibility of the HOOK 6 stalling during normal flight is very unlikely. It could only happen if you are flying at a very low air speed, whilst over-steering or performing dangerous manoeuvres in turbulent air.

  • Page 10: Accelerated Flight

    If, for any reason at all, the HOOK 6’s brake lines become disabled in flight, it will become necessary to pilot the wing with the C-risers and weight shifting until landing. These risers steer easily because are not under 5.1 BIG EARS...

  • Page 11: Spiral Dive

    When exiting the spiral, the glider will briefly experience an asymmetrical acceleration and dive, depending on Although the HOOK 6 was tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme situations, it was not designed for it. how the manoeuvre was carried out.

  • Page 12: Checks And Inspections

    If your wing is wet from contact with water, place it in a dry area, air it and keep it away from direct sunlight. The HOOK 6 must be periodically serviced. An inspection must be scheduled every 100 flying hours or every Direct sunlight may damage the wing’s materials and cause premature aging.

  • Page 13: Safety And Responsibility

    The warranty does not cover misuse of the equipment. Any modification to the paraglider or its components invalidates the guarantee and the certification. If you notice a fault or defect on your paraglider, contact Niviuk immediately for a full inspection.

  • Page 14: Annexes

    ANNEXES TECHNICAL DATA CELLS NUMBER ASPECT RATIO FLAT AREA FLAT PROJECTED 17,15 18,87 20,59 22,3 24,02 26,59 SPAN FLAT 10,3 10,8 11,28 11,74 12,18 12,82 CORD MAXIMUM 2,43 2,55 2,66 2,77 2,87 3,02 LINES TOTAL MAIN 2-1/3/2 2-1/3/2 2-1/3/2 2-1/3/2 2-1/3/2 2-1/3/2 RISERS...

  • Page 15: Materials Description

    MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 30 DMF / N20 DMF DOMINICO TEX CO (Korea) BOTTOM SURFACE N20 DMF DOMINICO TEX CO (Korea) PROFILES 30 DFM DOMINICO TEX CO (Korea) DIAGONALS 30 DFM DOMINICO TEX CO (Korea) LOOPS LKI - 12 KOLON IND.

  • Page 16: Riser Plan

    RISER PLAN...

  • Page 17: Line Plan

    LINE PLAN...
  • Page 18 HOOK 6 HOOK 6 HOOK 6 6390 6289 6328 6436 6490 6996 6882 6928 7046 7140 6700 6593 6635 6748 6787 6347 6244 6288 6392 6279 6950 6834 6885 6999 6909 6656 6546 6594 6703 6565 6311 6256 6343 6444...
  • Page 19 HOOK 6 HOOK 6 HOOK 6 7280 7162 7210 7332 7468 7553 7428 7480 7607 7740 7944 7813 7868 8002 8161 7234 7114 7168 7286 7228 7507 7380 7438 7561 7491 7899 7766 7828 7957 7901 7194 7134 7234 7348...

  • Page 20: Procedure 10.5 Line Lengths Hook 6

    565-20 21.09.2022 21.09.2022 21.09.2022 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Hook 6 20...
  • Page 21 565-20 21.09.2022 21.09.2022 21.09.2022 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Hook 6 26...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Harness 10.6 Line Lengths Hook 6

    Niviuk Gliders & Air Games SL C/ Del Ter 6 - nave D 17165 La Cellera de Ter - Girona - Spain +34 972 422 878 info@niviuk.com www.niviuk.com...

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