USER`S MANUAL HOOK 4
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1. 8 2 STORAGE It is important that the wing is correctly folded when stored Store your flying equipment in a cool dry place away from solvents fuels or oils It is not advisable to store your flying equipment in the trunk of your car Temperatures inside a car parked in the sunlight can be very high Inside a rucksack and in the sunlight temperatures can reach 60 C Weight should not be laid on top of the equipment 8 3 CHECKS AND CONTROLS You should ensure your HOOK 4 is periodically serviced and checked at your local repair shop every 100 hours of use or two years whichever happens first This is the only way to guarantee that your HOOK 4 will continue to function properly and therefore continue fulfilling the homologation certificate results 8 4 REPAIRS If the wing is damaged you can temporarily repair it by using the rip stop that you ll find in the repair kit so long as no stitches are involved in the tear Any other type of tear must be repaired in a specialized repair shop or by qualified personnel Do not accept a home repair It is well known that paragliding is considered a high risk sport where safety depends on the person who is practising it Wrong use of this equipment can cause severe injuries to the pilot even death Manufacturers and dealers are not responsible for any act or accident that may be the result of practicing this sport You must not use this equipment if you are not trained Do not take advice or2. S L Model Hook 4 23 Serial number Hook 4 1 23 Configuration during flight tests Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Paraglider Accessories Maximum weight in flight kg 70 Range of speed system cm 13 5 Maximum weight in flight kg 85 Range of speed system cm 13 5 Minimum weight in flight kg 55 Speed range using brakes km h 14 Minimum weight in flight kg 65 Speed range using brakes km h 14 Glider s weight kg 4 4 Range of trimmers cm 0 Glider s weight kg 4 6 Range of trimmers cm 0 Number of risers 3 Total speed range with accessories km h 25 Number of risers 3 Total speed range with accessories km h 25 Projected area m2 17 85 Projected area m2 19 55 Harness used for testing max weight Inspections whichever happens first Harness used for testing max weight Inspections whichever happens first Harness type ABS every 24 months or every 100 flying hours Harness type ABS every 24 months or every 100 flying hours Harness brand Sup Air Warning Before use refer to user s manual Harness brand Niviuk Warning Before use refer to user s manual Harness model Altiplume Person or company having presented the Harness model Konvers M Person or company having presented the 5 glider for testing None glider for testing None Harness to risers distance cm 43 Harness to risers distance cm 43 Distance between risers cm 42 Distance between risers cm 42 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
3. control a situation react to it and then re establish the required speed 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS We recommend that training to master these manoeuvres be carried out under the supervision of a competent school Asymmetric collapse In spite of the great stability of the profile of the HOOK 4 heavy turbulent conditions may cause part of the wing to collapse asymmetrically This usually happens when the pilot has not foreseen this possible reaction of the wing When the wing is about to experience an asymmetric collapse the brake lines and the harness will transmit a loss of pressure to the pilot To prevent the collapse from happening pull the brake line corresponding to the compromised side of the wing this will increase the angle of incidence If the collapse does happen the HOOK 4 will not react violently the turn tendency is very gradual and it is easily controlled Lean your body towards the side that is still flying in order to counteract the turn and NIVIUK to maintain a straight course if necessary slightly slow down the same side The collapse will normally open by itself but if that does not happen pull completely on the brake line on the side which has collapsed 100 Do this with a firm movement You may have to repeat this operation to provoke the re opening Take care not to over brake on the side that is still flying turn control and when the collapse has been solved remember to let the wing recover its flyi
4. distance of the chest strap according NIVIUK the homologation from 42 to 50 cm between the harness carabineers This adjustment will offer the top compromise between safety and feelings Any change made to these specifications may affect the wing s performance and reactions This would therefore effect the glider s configuration and would not conform to the homologation 2 5 ASSEMBLY OF THE ACCELERATOR The acceleration mechanism of the HOOK 4 works when you push with your feet on the accelerator bar this is supplied with the equipment On delivery the accelerator bar has not yet been installed and it is recommended that it is fit by you before flight Most harnesses are equipped with a pre installed acceleration system When fitting any accelerator system ensure that all preinstalled items within the harness such as roller pulleys are used correctly After fitting take into account that you will have to adjust the length of the accelerator lines for correct use This will vary according to the length of the pilot s legs We recommend that you try the correct fitting of the acceleration system on equipment designed to do this most paragliding schools have this sort of equipment 2 6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND Once you have checked all the equipment and made sure that the wind conditions are favourable inflate your HOOK 4 as many times as necessary in order to become acquainted with the wing s behaviour Th
5. opposite side of the knot and apply the brake line on that side too You can gently pull on the brake line to see if the knot becomes unfastened or try to identify the line with the knot in it The identified line can then be pulled to see if the knot undoes Be very careful when trying to remove a knot When there are knots in the lines or when they are tangled do not pull too hard on the brake lines because there is a greater risk of the wing to stalling or negative turn being initiated NIVIUK Before trying to remove a knot make sure there are no pilots flying nearby and never try these manoeuvres near the mountainside If the knot is too tight and you cannot remove it carefully and safely fly to the nearest landing place The knowledge of the different descent techniques is an important resource to use in certain situations The most adequate descent method will depend on the particular situation We recommend that you learn to use these manoeuvres under the tuition of a competent school 5 1 SPLITA Big ears a moderate descent method reaching 3 or 4 m s speed reduces slightly between 3 and 5 km h and piloting becomes limited The angle of incidence and the surface wing load also increases Push on the accelerator to restore the wing s horizontal speed and the angle of incidence The HOOK 4 is fitted with a big ear pulley system which makes both locating the right line and the manoeuvre easier These big ear pulleys ca
6. revision every six months The HOOK 4 features the SLE Structured Leading Edge and to preserve the integrity of this structure a degree of care should be taken when folding When the correct technique is applied to the folding process it will ensure that the wing maintains its high performance safety and durability Folding should be carried out cell to cell accordion style with the SLE ribs remaining parallel to the leading edge at all times The wing does not have to be tightly folded if you do so it may damage the material and or the lines To assist in this folding process Niviuk has designed the NKare folding bag supplied as an option The NKare Bag will help to ensure the correct folding process is carried out maintaining the profile and integrity of the internal SLE structure as described above 8 1 MAINTENANCE Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued performance The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed if they become dirty clean them with a soft damp cloth If your wing gets wet with salty water immerse it in fresh water and dry it away from direct sunlight The sunlight may damage the materials of your wing and cause premature aging Once you have landed do not leave the wing in the sun store it properly If you use your wing in a sandy area try to avoid the sand from entering through the cell openings of the leading edge If sand is inside the wing remove it before folding NIVIUK
7. spot control the flying course with your body movements and a little pressure on the opposite brake Be careful when attempting to undo a tangle if you are flying near a mountainside or near to other paragliders you may lose control of the flying course and a collision may occur Over handling Most flying incidents are caused by wrong actions of the pilot which chained one after another create abnormal flying configurations a cascade of incidents You must to remember that over handling the wing will lead to critical levels of functioning The HOOK 4 is designed always to try to recover normal flight by itself do not try to over handle it Generally speaking the reactions of the wing that follow over handling are neither due to the input made or the intensity but the length of time the pilot continues to over handle You have to allow the profile to re establish normal flight speed after any type of handling 4 3 USING THE ACCELERATOR The profile of the HOOK 4 has been designed to fly stable through its entire speed range the EN B certification confirms this It is useful to accelerate when flying in strong winds or in extreme descending air When you accelerate the wing the profile becomes more sensitive to possible turbulence and closer to a possible frontal collapse If you feel a pressure loss you should stop pushing on the accelerator and pull slightly on the brake lines to increase the angle of incidence Remember that you hav
8. the canopy are cut and assembled under the strict conditions induced by the automation of the whole process All NIVIUK Gliders go through an extremely thorough and efficient final inspection Every single line of each glider is measured individually once the final assembly has concluded Each wing is then individually inflated for the last visual revision Each glider is packaged following the maintenance and conservation instructions recommended for the advanced materials NIVIUK Gliders are made of first class materials as demanded by the performance durability and homologation requirements of the present day market Information about construction materials is given on the last pages of this manual 1 5 ELEMENTS COMPONENTS The HOOK 4 is delivered to its owner together with a series of components that although not fundamental do take an important part in the use transport and storage of the paraglider The glider is delivered together with a rucksack large enough for all of the equipment to fit inside once appropriately packed The rucksack is designed to make transport on foot as pleasant as possible The internal bag intended to protect the HOOK 4 from possible damage during storage is also supplied The glider strap allows you to fold the wing as small as possible Furthermore you will find the accelerator bar that completes the acceleration gear of the wing a small fabric repair kit made of auto adhesive rips top a user
9. 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 0 0 21 22 HOOK 4 25 para test com paragliding by air turquoise Air Turquaise SA du Pr au Comte B CH 1844 Villeneuve lel 412 9656565 mobile 4179 20252 30 info lpara test cam Class B In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2013 amp 926 1 2006 Date of issue DMY F lt Manufacturer Niviuk Gliders Air Games S L Model Hook 4 25 Serial number HOOK 4 1 25 PG_0958 2015 17 09 2015 Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Maximum weight in flight kg 100 Range of speed system cm 13 5 Minimum weight in flight kg 80 Speed range using brakes km h 15 Glider s weight kg 4 9 Range of trimmers cm 0 Number of risers 3 Total speed range with accessories km h 27 Projected area m2 21 25 Harness used for testing max weight Inspections whichever happens first Harness type ABS every 24 months or every 100 flying hours Harness brand Sup Air Warnin
10. 8 m s depending on the conditions and how the manoeuvre has been carried out To exit the manoeuvre simultaneously release both risers the wing will then slightly surge forward and then automatically return to normal flight It is better to let go of the lines quickly rather than slowly This is an easy manoeuvre but you must remember that the wing stops flying it loses all horizontal movement and its reactions are very different compared to normal flight 5 3 SPIRAL DIVE This is a more effective way for rapidly losing height You have to know that the wing can gain a lot of vertical speed and rotation speed G force This can cause a loss of orientation and consciousness blackouts These are the reasons why it is best to carry out this manoeuvre gradually so your capacity to resist the G forces increases and you will learn to fully appreciate and understand the manoeuvre Always practice this manoeuvre when flying at high altitude To start the manoeuvre first lean your bodyweight and pull the brake line to the side to which you are leaning You can regulate the intensity of the turn by applying a little outside brake A paraglider flying at its maximum turn speed can reach 20 m s equivalent 70 km h vertical speed and stabilize in a spiral dive from 15 m s onwards These are the reasons why you should be familiar with and know how to carry out the exit methods To exit this manoeuvre you must progressively release the inside
11. 867 5966 6274 3 6194 6098 6165 6264 6628 4 5912 5829 5911 6006 6154 4 6214 6120 6212 6306 6504 5 5880 5843 5934 6019 6028 5 6184 6148 6247 6336 6372 6 5841 5791 5859 5940 5988 6 6143 6093 6168 6254 6332 7 5791 5711 5756 5829 6051 7 6091 6010 6061 6138 6398 8 5806 5721 5781 5848 5874 8 6108 6021 6088 6157 6235 9 5628 5627 5696 5803 9 5927 5922 6004 6160 10 5489 5595 5718 5793 10 5781 5890 6027 6150 11 5286 5265 5364 11 5566 5550 5654 12 5184 5180 5238 12 5458 5460 5520 RISERS LENGHT m m RISERS LENGHT m m A 470 470 470 470 470 470 470 470 340 360 380 470 ACCELERATED 340 360 380 470 ACCELERATED NIVIUK 11 7 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 25 LINES HEIGHT m m 11 8 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 27 LINES HEIGHT m m A B D br A B D br 1 6586 6488 6600 6705 7413 1 6866 6763 6880 6993 7688 2 6521 6424 6508 6616 7070 2 6799 6696 6784 6902 7332 3 6481 6386 6461 6565 6896 3 6759 6659 6736 6843 7152 4 6503 6410 6510 6610 6773 4 6782 6684 6788 6890 7026 5 6463 6445 6548 6641 6637 5 6742 6704 6826 6927 6884 6 6420 6388 6466 6555 6594 6 6698 6644 6741 6838 6841 6368 6301 6355 6435 6664 7 6644 6555 6627 6715 6914 8 6386 6313 6382 6456 6466 8 6662 6567 6656 6736 6709 9 6202 6210 6291 6389 9 6472 6459 6561 6630 10 6050 6177 6315 6379 10 6314 6425 6587 6620 11 5819 5812 5920 11 6072 6059 6176 12 5706 5719 5781 12 5954 5961 6031 RISERS LENGHT m m RISERS LENGH
12. E BOTTOM SURFACE N20DMF DOMINICO TEX CO KOREA COLOR INDICATOR PAD TECNI SANGLES FRANCE RIBS 9017 E29 PORCHER IND FRANCE THREAD V138 COATS ENGLAND DIAGONALS 9017 E29 PORCHER IND FRANCE MAILLONS 4 ANSUNG PRECISION KOREA LOOPS LKI 10 KOLON IND KOREA PULLEYS 1D018041 RONSTAN AUSTRALIA REINFORCEMENT LOOPS W 420 D P GERMANY TRAILING EDGE REIFORCEMENT MYLAR D P GERMANY REINFORCEMENT RIBS LTN 0 8 STICK SPORTWARE CO CHINA THREAD SERAFIL 60 AMAN GERMANY SUSPENSION LINES FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER CASCADES DC 060 LIROS GMHB GERMANY UPPER CASCADES TNL 080 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN UPPER CASCADES DC 100 LIROS GMHB GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 080 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 140 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 220 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 080 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 140 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 280 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 400 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN BREAK TNL 400 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN THREAD SERAFIL 60 AMAN GERMANY ra 15 11 3 RISERS PLAN 241 2A3 281 2 2 282 2c 16 11 4 SUSPENSION PLAN K 17 18 11 5 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 21 LINES HEIGHT m m 11 6 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 23 LINES HEIGHT m m A B D br A B D br 1 5994 5906 5998 6097 6751 1 6298 6197 6301 6410 7125 2 5933 5846 5912 6015 6435 2 6234 6135 6212 6324 6795 3 5893 5808 5
13. IN FLIGHT 10 5 LOSING HEIGHT 10 5 1 SPLITA 10 5 2 B LINE STALL 10 5 3 SPIRAL DIVE 11 6 SPECIAL METHODS 11 6 1 TOWING 11 6 2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT 11 7 FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS 12 8 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 12 8 1 MAINTENANCE 12 8 2 STORAGE 12 8 3 CHECKS AND CONTROLS 12 8 4 REPAIRS 12 9 SAFETY AND RESPONSABILITY 12 10 GUARANTEE 13 11 TECHNICAL DATA 14 11 1 TECHNICAL DATA 14 11 2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION 15 11 3 RISERS PLAN 16 11 4 SUSPENSION PLAN 17 11 5 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 21 18 11 6 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 23 18 11 7 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 25 19 11 8 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 27 19 11 9 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 29 20 11 10 CERTIFICATION SPECIMEN TEST 21 1 1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR The HOOK 4 has been clearly designed for pilots that aim for the best more independence more freedom more adventure more exclusivity and more sportiness At Niviuk we have very clear that the most important element of the glider is the pilot That s why our new HOOK 4 has a single objective the personal growth of the pilot Its high performance and high level of comfort in flight will let you chose between a flight with a sporty character or an astonishing serene flight You are in charge of setting the pace Let your emotions soar with the HOOK 4 With a new and optimized internal structure less material is needed to produce the HOOK 4 this gives it a reduced internal weight to gain more serenity to its piloting The glider allows a relaxed flight with less inertia
14. T m m A A B 470 470 470 470 470 470 470 470 STANDARD 340 360 380 470 ACCELERATED 340 360 380 470 ACCELERATED 19 20 11 9 DIMENSIONS HOOK 4 29 LINES HEIGHT m m A B D br 1 7130 7027 7144 7261 7990 2 7060 6958 7045 7166 7621 3 7020 6921 6997 7113 7435 4 7045 6947 7050 7161 7304 5 7009 6981 7070 7175 7158 6 6963 6920 6982 7083 7114 6909 6828 6864 6955 7190 8 6928 6840 6895 6978 6976 9 6720 6731 6796 6894 10 6556 6696 6824 6884 11 6311 6297 6414 12 6189 6197 6264 RISERS LENGHT m m A A B 470 470 470 470 STANDARD 340 360 380 470 ACCELERATED NIVIUK 11 10 CERTIFICATION SPECIMEN TEST HOOK 4 21 HOOK 4 23 para test com para test com Air Turquaise SA Air Turquaise 5A du Pr au Comte B CH 1844 Villeneuve du Pr au Comte B CH 1844 Villeneuve AS tel 9656565 mobile 4179 202 5 30 AS tel 9656565 mobile 4179 202 5 30 paragliding by air turquoise info lpara test cam paragliding by air turquoise info lpara test com Class B Class B In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2013 amp 926 1 2006 PG_0957 2015 Date of issue DMY 17 09 2015 Manufacturer Niviuk Gliders Air Games S L Model Hook 4 21 Serial number Hook 4 1 21 In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2013 amp 926 1 2006 PG_0953 2015 Date of issue DMY 17 09 2015 Manufacturer Niviuk Gliders Air Games
15. USER S MANUAL HOOK 4 K The pleasure of choosing WELCOME We wish to welcome you to our team and thank you for the confidence that you have placed in a NIVIUK Glider We would like to share with you the commitment the passion and emotions of the Niviuk design team which have resulted in the creation of the new HOOK 4 Niviuk are very proud of this new glider a glider carefully designed to bring you maximum pleasure whilst allowing you learn and progress The HOOK 4 has born from Niviuk essence our tradition from our experience from the past and future s innovation Versatile and ultramodern the HOOK 4 offers optimal piloting adventure to the highest extent comfort in flight and efficiency It s the change from the usual to the extraordinary The HOOK 4 does not leave anything else to wish for except probably more of the same We are confident that you will enjoy flying this wing and that you will soon understand the meaning of our slogan The importance of small details This is the user s manual that we recommend you to read in detail The NIVIUK Gliders Team NIVIUK GLIDERS amp 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 NIVIUK NIVIUK Gliders HOOK 4 This manual offers all the necessary information that will familiarize you with the main characteristics of your new paraglider Although this
16. accept any informal training from anyone who is not properly qualified as a flight instructor The entire equipment and components are covered by a 2 year guarantee for any manufacture fault The guarantee does not cover misuse or abnormal use of the materials 11 1 TECHNICAL DATA HOOK 4 21 23 25 27 29 CELLS NUMBER 52 52 52 52 52 CLOSED 8 8 8 8 8 BOX m 23 23 23 23 23 FLAT AREA m 21 23 25 27 29 SPAN m 10 65 11 15 11 62 12 08 12 51 ASPECT RATIO 5 4 5 4 5 4 5 4 5 4 PROJECTED AREA m 17 85 19 55 21 25 22 95 24 65 SPAN m 8 45 8 84 9 22 9 58 9 93 ASPECT RATIO 4 4 4 4 4 FLATTENING 15 15 15 15 15 CORD MAXIMUM m 2 47 2 58 2 69 2 8 2 9 MINIMUM m 0 49 0 52 0 54 0 56 0 58 AVERAGE m 1 97 2 06 2 14 2 23 2 31 LINES TOTAL METERS m 208 218 227 236 245 HEIGHT m 6 5 6 8 7 09 7 36 7 63 NUMBER 180 180 180 180 180 MAIN 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 2 RISERS NUMBER 4 A A B C A A B C A A B C A A B C A A B C TRIMS NO NO NO NO NO ACCELERATOR m m 135 135 135 135 135 TOTAL WEIGHT MINIMUM kg 55 65 80 95 110 IN FLIGHT MAXIMUM kg 70 85 100 115 130 GLIDER WEIGHT kg 4 4 4 7 5 1 5 3 5 65 CERTIFICATION EN LTF B B B B B 14 NIVIUK 11 2 MATERIALS DESCRIPTION CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER RISERS FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 9017 E25 PORCHER IND FRANCE MATERIAL WD103 COUSIN FRANC
17. ak L Person or company having presented the glider for testing None Harness to risers distance cm 43 Distance between risers cm 46 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 A AJAJ ANA A 0 HOOK 4 29 para test com Air Turquaise SA du Pr au Comte B CH 1844 Villeneuve lel 412 9656565 mobile 4179 20252 30 paragliding by air turquoise info lpara test cam 71 Class B In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2013 8 926 1 2006 PG_0961 2015 Date of issue DMY 17 09 2015 Manufacturer Niviuk Gliders Air Games S L Model Hook 4 29 Serial number Hook 4 1 29 Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Maximum weight in flight kg 130 Minimum weight in flight kg 110 Glider s weight kg 5 5 Number of risers 3 Projected area m2 24 65 Harness used for testing max weight Harness type ABS Harness brand Niviuk Harness model Hamak L Harness to risers distance cm 43 Distance between risers cm 46 Accessories Range of speed system cm 13 5 Speed range using brakes km h 14 Range of trimmers cm 0 Total speed range with accessories km h 24 Inspections whichever happens first every 24 months or every 100 flying hours Warning Before use r
18. and its reactions are smoother The profile has been redesigned with the RAM and TNT technologies the glider s performance and the internal pressure have been improved HOOK 4 will have a progressive and solid inflation to make easier the take off 1 2 CERTIFICATION The HOOK 4 has successfully achieved the European EN B certification Description of flight characteristics on B class Paraglider with good passive safety and forgiving characteristics Some resistance to departures from normal flight Description on pilots skills required on B class Designed for all pilots including pilots under all levels of training NIVIUK The HOOK 4 passed the essential load test of 8G without experiencing any problems On the flight test all the five sizes of the HOOK 4 received the best certification EN B This test was carried out in the Swiss Air Turquoise laboratories Check the certification results and figures on the last pages of this manual or at www niviuk com 1 8 IN FLIGHT BEHAIVOR In order to bring you the best glider in this class the NIVIUK Team have carried out extensive and meticulous design work As a consequence of several prototypes and many hours of test flights numerous adjustments were made These prototypes were then tested in all types of flight conditions HOOK 4 is the result a new way of being one self A technology privileged compared to its predecessors provided of a new profile with performance and technologi
19. at the brake is adjusted taking in consideration this extra length in acceleration 3 1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE We recommend that the first flight with your HOOK 4 is made on a smooth slope a school slope or in your usual flying area 3 2 PREPARATION Repeat the procedures detailed in chapter 2 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY in order to prepare your equipment 3 3 FLIGHT PLAN Draw out a flight plan before take off in order to avoid possible flight errors 3 4 PRE FLIGHT CHECK LIST Once you are ready but before you take off carry out another equipment inspection Ensure correct installation of all equipment and that all lines are free of hindrances or knots Check that the weather conditions are suited for your flying skills 3 5 WING INFLATION CONTROL AND TAKE OFF Smoothly and progressively inflate the wing chapter 2 6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND The HOOK 4 inflates easily and does not require excessive energy It does not tend to over take you so the wing inflation phase is carried out without anguish These take off characteristics provide a perfect control phase and enough time for the pilot to decide whether to accelerate and take off Whenever the wind speed allows it we recommend a reverse launch technique this type of launch allows you to carry out a better visual check of the wing The HOOK 4 is especially easy to control in this position in strong winds However wind speeds up to 25 to 30 km h are co
20. brake and also momentarily apply outside brake Whilst doing this you must also lean your bodyweight towards the outside This exit manoeuvre has to be carried out gradually and with smooth movements so you can feel the pressure and speed changes at the same time The after effect of the exit manoeuvre is that the glider will rock briefly with lateral surge depending on how the manoeuvre has been carried out Practice these movements at sufficient altitude and with moderation 6 1 TOWING The HOOK 4 does not experience any problem when being towed Only qualified personnel should handle the qualified equipment to carry out this operation The wing has to be inflated in the same way as in normal flight 6 2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT Although the HOOK 4 has been tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme situations it HAS NOT been designed for acrobatic flight and we DO NOT recommend continued use in this type of flight Acrobatic flight is the youngest discipline in free flight We consider acrobatic flight to be any form of piloting that is different to normal flight To learn safely how to master acrobatic manoeuvres you should attend lessons which are carried out by a qualified instructor and over water Extreme manoeuvres take you and your wing to centrifugal forces that can reach 4 to 5g Materials will wear more quickly than in normal flight If you do practice K 12 extreme manoeuvres we recommend that you submit your wing to a line
21. e HOOK 4 inflates easily and smoothly An excess of energy is not necessary and the wing will inflate with minimum pressure on the harness when you move forward This may be assisted by using the A lines Do not pull on them just lift to accompany the natural rising movement of the wing once the wing is in the 12 o clock position simply apply correct pressure on the brake lines and the HOOK 4 will sit over your head 2 7 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES The length of the main brake lines is adjusted at the factory to the length established during homologation However the length can be changed to adapt to the pilot s flying style Nevertheless we recommend that you fly for a while with these set at the original length This will allow you to become accustomed to the HOOK 4 s original flying behaviour If you then decide to change the length of the brake lines untie the knot slide the line through the brake link to the desired length and strongly re tie the knot Qualified personnel should carry out this adjustment You must ensure that this adjustment does not slow down the glider without any pilot input Both brake lines should be symmetrical and measure the same length The most recommended knots are the clove hitch knot or bowline knot When changing the brakes length it is necessary to check that they do not act when the accelerator is used When we accelerate the glider rotates over the C riser and the trailing edge elevates We must check th
22. e to 10 re establish the flight speed after correcting the incidence It is NOT recommended to accelerate near to the mountainside or in very turbulent conditions If necessary you will have to constantly adjust the movements and pressure on the accelerator whilst constantly adjusting the pressure applied to the brake lines This balance is considered to be active piloting HOOK 4 has been designed with no other adjustable removable or variable device that could modify glider s behaviour to prevent an incorrect use of the product 4 4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES If for any reason at all you cannot use the brake lines of your HOOK 4 you will have to pilot the wing using the C risers and your body weight to fly towards the nearest landing The C lines steer easily because they are not under pressure however you have to be careful not to over handle them causing a stall or negative turn To land you have to let the wing fly at full speed and before reaching the ground you will have to pull symmetrically on both the C risers This braking method is not as effective as using the brake lines so you will land at a higher speed 4 5 KNOTS IN FLIGHT The best way to avoid these knots and tangles is to inspect the lines before you inflate the wing for take off If you notice a knot before take off immediately stop running and do not take off If you have taken off with a knot you will have to correct the drift by leaning on the
23. efer to user s manual Person or company having presented the glider for testing None 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 0 23 The importance of small details niviuk com 16 NIVIUK
24. er for better flight performance Moreover the nitinol is resistant to deformations hot temperatures and breaks as well as more resistant to the glider folding process The RAM AIR INTAKE technology presents and internal situation for the air entrance to allow an optimal maintenance of the internal pressure as well as an improving of the laminar flow on intrados What s the result Gaining turbulent air absorption in the leading edge more consistent at every speed and a better performance while assuring maximum security See http www niviuk com technology asp id JNKQKNP4 Not a single millimetre of error is possible in the manufacturing process from Olivier s computer to the cutting of the fabric An automatic process controlled by a laser cutting program cuts each of the sections that compose the different parts of the wing This program not only cuts the pieces of fabric but it also paints the guideline marks that will aid the assembly it also numbers the separate pieces of material All this is carried out before human handling of the pieces begins So we eliminate possible and understandable errors that may occur during this delicate procedure The lines are semi automatically manufactured and all the sewing is finished under the supervision of our specialists The jigsaw puzzle of the assembly process is made easier using this method We minimise the processes while making the quality control more efficient All the different parts of
25. es tramsitted down from the competition wings Improvements and innovations that Olivier and our R amp D team manage to move from competitions all around the world to the new HOOK 4 for you to enjoy it But in spite of evolution the HOOK 4 isa Hook glider and it will provide you what is expected of it HOOK 4 is a glider for all pilots who wish to be equipped with latest performance and technology it is capable to offer the same usual safety the same feeling with closed eyes and the same coherence with the original NIVIUK ideas 1 4 ASSEMBLY MATERIALS The HOOK 4 does not only introduce new design methods but also new manufacture technologies equipped with SLE DRS TNT and RAM Systems The use of the SLE Structured Leading Edge allows reinforcement of the leading edge preventing any deformation during turbulence The airflow is also vastly improved over the entire front span of the glider See http niviuk com technology asp id JNKPKPNA4 With the DRS the trailing edge has been reinforced with small ribs that make thispart flatter in order to spread the pressure out evenly It means better air flow and less drag on this important part of the glider The addition of theseribs gives exceptional handling better and more efficient whenturning and more control and precision The TNT is a technical revolution It underlines building the internal structure of the glider with Nitinol to make the profile more uniform and the glider light
26. f it does happen the feeling would be that the wing would not be advancing you would feel a kind of instability and a lack of pressure on the brake lines although the canopy would appear to be correctly inflated The correct reaction would be to release the pressure on the brake lines and push the A lines forward or rather lean your body to any side WITHOUT PULLING ON THE BRAKE LINES Deep Stall The possibility of the HOOK 4 falling into this configuration is almost nonexistent if the factory settings have not been altered This could happen if you are flying at a very low speed whilst over steering in a number of manoeuvres and in turbulent conditions To provoke a deep stall you have to take the wing to minimum flight speed by symmetrically pulling the brake lines when you reach this point continue pulling until you reach 10096 and then hold The glider will first fall behind you and then situate itself above you rocking slightly depending on how the manoeuvre was carried out When you start to provoke a stall be positive and do not doubt an instant Do not release the brake lines when half way through the manoeuvre This would cause the glider to surge violently forward with great energy and may result in the wing below the pilot It is very important that the pressure on the brake lines is maintained until the wing is well established vertical above To regain normal flight conditions progressively and symmetrically release the bra
27. g Before use refer to user s manual Harness model Altiplume Person or company having presented the M glider for testing None Harness to risers distance cm 43 Distance between risers cm 44 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 0 NIVIUK HOOK 4 27 para test com paragliding by air turquoise Air Turquoise SA du Pr au Comte B CH 1844 Villeneuve lel 412 9656565 mobile 4179 20252 30 infoflpara test com Class B In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2013 amp 926 1 2006 Date of issue DMY Manufacturer Niviuk Gliders Air Games S L Model Hook 4 27 Serial number 4 1 27 PG_0959 2015 17 09 2015 Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Maximum weight in flight kg 115 Range of speed system cm 13 5 Minimum weight in flight kg 95 Speed range using brakes km h 15 Glider s weight kg 52 Range of trimmers cm 0 Number of risers 3 Total speed range with accessories km h 26 Projected area m2 22 95 Harness used for testing max weight Inspections whichever happens first Harness type ABS every 24 months or every 100 flying hours Harness brand Niviuk Warning Before use refer to user s manual Harness model Ham
28. ke lines letting the speed be re established When the wing reaches the maximum advanced position ensure that the brakes are fully released The wing will now surge forward this is necessary so that air speed is completely restored over the wing Do not over brake at this point because the wing needs to recover speed to quit the stall configuration If you have to control a possible symmetrical front stall briefly and symmetrically pull on the brake lines and let go even when the wing is still ahead of you Wing tangle Of all the possible situations which you may encounter while flying the HOOK 4 this is the least probable one of all The well proportioned ratio and well calculated positioning of the line cascades ratify this fact A wing tangle may happen after an asymmetric collapse the end of the wing is trapped between the lines Cravat This situation could rapidly cause the wing to turn although it depends on the nature of the tangle The correction manoeuvres are the same as those applied in the case of an asymmetrical collapse control the turn tendency by applying the opposite brake and lean your body against the turn Then locate the line that reaches the stabiliser that is trapped between the other lines This line has a different colour and belongs to the external lines of the B riser Pull on this line until it is tense this should help to undo the wing tangle If you cannot undo the tangle fly to the nearest possible landing
29. manual informs you about your glider it does not offer the instruction requirements necessary for you to be able to pilot this type of wing Flying instruction can only be taught at a paragliding school recognised by the Flying Federation of your country Nevertheless we remind you that it is important that you carefully read all the contents of the manual for your new HOOK 4 Severe injuries to the pilot can be the consequence of the misuse of this equipment SUMMARY WELCOME USER S MANUAL 1 CHARACTERISTICS 1 1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR 1 2 CERTIFICATION 1 3 IN FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR 1 4 ASSEMBLY MATERIALS 1 5 ELEMENTS COMPONENTS 2 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY 2 1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE 2 2 PROCEDURE 2 3 ASSEMBLY TO THE ENGINE 2 4 TYPE OF HARNESS 2 5 ASSEMBLY OF THE ACCELERATOR DIDI DID an A A HR HR 2 6 INSPECTION AND WING INFLATION ON THE GROUND 2 7 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES 3 THE FIRST FLIGHT 3 1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE 3 2 PREPARATION 3 3 FLIGHT PLAN 3 4 PRE FLIGHT CHECK LIST 3 5 WING INFLATION CONTROL AND TAKE OFF 3 6 LANDING 4 IN FLIGHT 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS 4 3 USING THE ACCELERATOR NIN 4 4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES 10 4 5 KNOTS
30. n easily be removed whenever the pilot wishes To activate big ears take either the big ear pulley or outer most line on each A risers 2A3 in the line plan and simultaneously smoothly pull them outward and downward The wingtips will fold in Let go of the lines and the big ears will re inflate automatically If they do not re inflate gently pull on one of the brake lines and then on the opposite one We recommend that you re inflate asymmetrically not to alter the angle of incidence more so if you are flying near the ground or flying in turbulence 5 2 B LINE STALL When you carry out this manoeuvre the wing stops flying it loses all horizontal speed and you are not in control of the paraglider The air circulation over the profile is interrupted and the wing enters into a situation similar to parachuting To carry out this manoeuvre you have to take the B lines at the maillons height leaving them as base in the hand palm avoiding taking the A amp B together Pull symmetrically down approx 20 30cms and then hold this position The initial phase is quite physical hard resistance which means that you will have to pull strongly until the profile of the wing is deformed when this happens the required force will then significantly reduce To maintain this manoeuvre you must continue to hold the B Lines in the pulled down position The wing will then become deformed horizontal speed drops to 0 km h and vertical speed increases to 6 to
31. ng speed Symmetric collapse In normal flying conditions the design of the HOOK 4 ensures that a symmetric collapse is quite improbable The profile of the wing has been designed to widely tolerate extreme changes in the angle of incidence A symmetric collapse may occur in heavy turbulent conditions on entry or exit of strong thermals or lack of adapting the use of the accelerator to the prevailing air conditions Symmetrical collapses usually re inflate without the glider turning but you can symmetrically apply the brake lines with a quick deep pump to quicken the re inflation Release the brake lines immediately to recover optimum flight speed Negative spin This configuration is out of the normal flight behaviour of the HOOK 4 Certain circumstances however may provoke this configuration such as trying to turn when the wing is flying at very low speed while heavily braking It is not easy to give any recommendations about this situation since it varies depending on the circumstances Remember that you should restore the relative air speed over the wing To achieve this progressively reduce the pressure on the brake lines and let the wing gain speed The normal reaction would be a lateral surge with a turn tendency no greater than 360 before restoring to normal flight conditions Parachutal stall The possibility of this happening has been eliminated by the design of the HOOK 4 and it is highly unlikely to happen on this paraglider I
32. nsidered strong and extra consideration should be given to any thought of flight Preparation and positioning of the wing on the take off is especially important Choose a location which is appropriate for the direction of the wind Position the paraglider as if it were part of a large circle taking into account the shape of the canopy in flight All this will assist in a trouble free take off 3 6 LANDING The HOOK 4 lands excellently it transforms the wing speed into lift on the pilot s demand allowing an enormous margin of error You will not have to wrap the brake lines around your hand to get greater braking efficiency 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE The HOOK 4 complies with an excellent homologation to face this type of situation with the best safety guarantee This wing is stable in all types of weather conditions It reacts admirably in passive flight thus offering a high level of safety in turbulent conditions Nonetheless all paragliders always have to be piloted according to the prevailing weather conditions the pilot is the ultimate safety factor We recommend that the pilot adopts a proactive attitude when flying making the necessary fine adjustments to keep the wing in control He she should stop braking to allow it to fly at the required wing speed after a correction is made Do not maintain any correction for longer than necessary braked this would cause the wing to enter into critical flying situation Whenever necessary
33. s manual with the answers all our questions about our new HOOK 4 and an instruction booklet 2 1 CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE We recommend that you unpack and assemble your wing on a schooling slope or a flat clear area without too much wind and free of obstacles These conditions will allow you to carry out all the steps required for you to check and inflate the HOOK 4 We recommend that an instructor or a retailer supervises the entire procedure as only they are competent to resolve any doubt in a safe and professional way 2 2 PROCEDURE Take the paraglider out of the rucksack open it and spread it open with the lines on top of the underside position the wing as if you were to inflate it Check the condition of the fabric and the lines make sure there are no abnormalities Check the maillons that attach the lines to the risers are properly closed Identify and order the A B C lines the brake lines and the corresponding risers Make sure that there are no ties or knots 2 3 ASSEMBLY OF THE HARNESS Correctly place the risers on the harness karabiners The risers and lines should not have any twists and they should be in the right order Check that the harness buckles are correctly locked 2 4 TYPE OF HARNESS The HOOK 4 has passed the EN B certification using a EN1651 1999 type harness This certification allows it to be flown with most of the harnesses on the market even the ones that use cocoon We recommend that you adjust the
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