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1. English Francais Deutsch am HA Espafiol Owners manual Produktinformationen p 0 WER Mode d emploi KITES Informaci n de producto HIGH QUALITY DESIGN HO CROSSFIRE 2 operating instructions Congratulations on your purchase of an HQ CROSSFIRE These kites create excite ment and hours of fun for the user howe ver you should first read these instructions completely and always respect the safety information HQ developed the CROSSFIRE to be used as parafoils Handling requires discretion and practice and occasionally courage The speed pulling force and maneuverability can surprise even the most experienced pilots if they are not familiar with the kite HQ CROSSFIRE 2 Bedienungsanleitung Wir begl ckw nschen Sie zum Kauf einer HQ CROSSFIRE Dieses Sportger t wird Ihnen viel Spa bereiten Allerdings sollten Sie vorher diese Anleitung gr ndlich lesen und auf jeden Fall die Sicherheitshinweise beachten Die HQ CROSSFIRE wurden f r den Einsatz als Zugschirme entwickelt Der Umgang mit ihnen erfordert Umsicht und bung und manchmal auch Mut Geschwindigkeit Zugkraft und Man vrierf higkeit k nnen selbst erfahrene Piloten berraschen solan ge sie mit dem Drachen nicht vertraut sind Graphics Alex Hesse Copyright by INVENTO 2007 2 HQ CROSSFIRE 2 Mode d emploi Vous venez d acheter une CROSSFIRE HQ et nous vous en f licitons Cet engin de sport vous procurera beauc2. increase the pull on the corre sponding brake line Once the kite is on the ground grab below the handle to the brake connection line with one hand while holding the upper handle ends with the other hand and place the handles around a ground stake For safety reasons weigh down the trailing edge of the foil just like in setup Adjusting Not all lines are the same Thus the foil must be adjusted based on the line length and the wind relationships You can adjust a foil by changing the length difference bet ween the upper flight lines and the lower brake lines Use the lark s head knots in the lines at the connection points knots of the braking bridle and the handles to do this Adjust the foil such that the brake lines hang loosely and do not pull on the trailing edge when the kite is at a standstill but so that you can land the kite when you pull both brake lines for the foil Precision adjustment is a matter of experience and preference Tips Never let the foil hit the ground with the air inlet openings first There can be immense internal pressure that the chambers cannot withstand which could damage the profiles Never steer the foil into people or objects such as fences cars or similar items This could result in injuries to people and dama ge to objects or the foil Maintain the equipment in perfect conditi on A wet foil should be washed with clean water and thoroughly dried before packing away Watc
3. h out for sharp edged objects shells and fences and do not lay the foil down on such items Before using the foil for kite sailing or as a pulling unit for a buggy skis snowboard or mountain board first ensure that you can handle the foil properly and safely Launching Landing DTS Direct Trim System Base position e Larger adjustment angle e More base pressure e More lift from stand e Lower speed e More stabile kite e Good for kite land boarding e Very good for beginners QA Expert position e Smaller adjustment angle e Less basic pressure e Little side pull e Higher speed e Demanding handling e For buggy driving e For advanced fliers The DTS allows for the kite to be adjusted to different conditions preferences and application areas To convert you simply secure the larks head under knot A and secure the larks head under knot B or vice versa Thus A is the base position Figure 1 with the highest adjustment angle of the mat This position is preferable for kite land boards The kite has very stabile flight with somewhat more base pressure and gene rates more lift into the zenith Knot A should thus be set such that the collection point of the lines as shown in Drawing 1 by the dashed line is to be appro ximately in line A fine trim is achieved by loosening knots A and B in the knot adapter and shifti
4. king bridle lines without letting them twist in the wind The flyinglines provided are already connected when delivered so that the CROSSFIRE can become airborne as quickly as possible Even so when laying out the lines allow sufficient time Wind the line up and move toward the wind away from the kite Important Always ensure that there is a clear path for the quad liner see figure on previous page The lines are stored on separate winders To prevent twists in the lines wind them up in eights figure of eights Alternatively sim Winding up on a winder ply use the 4 line handles to wind up the lines without disconnecting the lines from the bars and the foil To do this hold the pair of handles in one hand and wind the four fly lines together around the other end of the handles always moving in the same direction When unwinding hold the bars at the end with one hand without touching the lines and unwind the lines so they are laid out in a single specified direction To prevent twists in the lines wind tightly and unwind in the opposite direction Winding up on handles Attaching lines Always lay out the flyinglines from the foil opposite to the wind Use lark s head knots to secure the lines to the foil bridle and the handles see draw ing which form loops on the ends of each flying line Pull the lark s head knots tight on the bridle or handle line and stop the knots at the connection point
5. kite e For your own safty you must read and understand the entire manual and all the instructions and warnings contained within it You must also ensure that any other user of your HQ Kite reads and understand the safty instructions contained within this manual before using the kite e HQ developed the CROSSFIRE to be used as a powerkite Handling requires discretion and practice and occasi onally courage The speed pulling force and maneuverability can surprise even the most experienced pilots if they are not familiar with the kite This product has NOT been designed or certified to allow you to fly or jump into the air Please ensure that your private liability insurance provides you with sufficient coverage for kite flying or power kiting Air inlet E DD openings M ER ao a A 4 ET A fl A Y M diling Airfoil Rip Power line connection point 5 Coated li aue 3 Brake loops 2 connection Power lines e pon Brake lines Coated line loops T ing the br aha lin spi en fi na with Aline handles Brake line l y Setting up and connecting the lines Laying out the Foil Lay your CROSSFIRE on the ground so that the bridle lines are at the top and the inlet openings are facing away from the wind To secure the foil place some sand smooth stones or filled sacks on the trailing edge Lay out the main bridle and bra
6. ling The foil can carefully be launched on the side edge of the wind window if there is a strong wind for the selected foil size To do this a helper should secure the foil The build up of foil pull is significantly less which means a safer launch and less stress on the material Flying and using the lower Lines To control the foil pull on one handle inthe desired direction If you pull on the right handle then the foil makes a right curve If you pull on the left handle the foil makes a left curve If you hold the handles level to each other the foil remains on a straight flight path If you tip a handle while pulling it the action is intensified Thus the lower end of the handle is pulled toward the pilot which shortens the brake line By combining pulling and tipping the kite can be con trolled well and fly in all desired directions Landing Both brake lines are pulled if both handles are tipped down toward the pilot At a specific point the lift current on the foil is interrupted and it begins to fly backwards You can land the foil this way This also works in the middle of the wind window so that the foil assumes the initial position prior to launching and can be secured to a ground stake Landing in high winds The foil can also be landed on the side edge of the wind window if there is a strong wind for the selected foil size The pull is not as strong on the edge If the foil wants to break out
7. ng minimally Depending on the size of the kite a few mil limeters can be discernable in the flight behavior and such changes should be carefully considered In position B Figure 2 the kite mat is flatter This makes the kite fly faster and travel closer to the edge of the wind window This is just right for a cross course in a buggy However this posi tion requires a high level of fine feeling to use the brake lines particularly in inconsistent winds
8. ng winds sport kites can pull you to the ground and drag you downwind potentially causing injury and death 6 Do not fly around electrical lines or thunder storms Wet lines can conduct electricity Kites contacting electricial lines or being hit by lightning can cause serious injury or death Never attempt to disentangle from power lines This product should only be used by a child under competent adult supervision Never use this kite or any HQ Kites product to jump fly paraglide or rise above the ground By jumping you seriously increase the chances of serious injury paralysis or death 10 Never leave your kite unattended Flying traction kites and the related sports for example buggying are among extreme sports and should be parti cipated in with the appropriate respect Inappropriate use of the material can lead to serious or even fatal injuries This makes it all the more important that you read and follow the operating instructions and the safety rules Warranty and Liability a guarantee cannot be taken over e damaged as a result of normal wear and tear misuse or neglect e repaired or modified without the authorisation of HQ Invento e returned to HQ Invento without a valid receipt e All moving parts are basically wear parts Check your kite continuously for abrasion and replace damaged parts before you use your kite HQ InVento shall not be liable for any injury loss or damage arising from the use of this
9. oup de plaisir Avant l utilisation vous devez lire attentivement ce mode d emploi et absolument respecter les consignes de s curit Les CROSSFIRE sont sp cialement concues comme ailes de traction Leur pilotage exige prudence contr le et parfois aussi un gros coeur La vitesse la maniabilit et la traction d velopp e peut surprendre m me des pilotes avertis tant qu ils ne sont pas habi tu s au cerf volant Espafiol HQ CROSSFIRE 2 Instrucciones de manejo de Le felicitamos por la compra de su HQ CROSSFIRE Este art culo deportivo le depa rar muchas horas de disfrute No obstante antes de utilizarlo debe leer a fondo estas instrucciones y tener siempre en cuenta las instrucciones de seguridad Los CROSSFIRE han sido desarrollados para su uso como parapentes de tracci n Su manejo requiere precauci n y pr ctica en ocasiones tambi n audacia La veloci dad la fuerza de tracci n y la maniobrabili dad pueden sorprender incluso a los pilotos experimentados si no est n familiarizados con la cometa Safety Rules 1 Do not fly your kite within range of people or vehicles Onlookers should stand behind the pilot for maximum safety 3 Sport kites are not toys Being hit by a flying kite could result in injury or death Control lines can cause serious cuts Flying close to moving vehicles can distract the driver and cause an accident 4 Stop flying when conditions become strong or unpredictable In stro
10. s When hooking up the lines ensure that the flyinglines are correctly secured to the bridle and the handles and make absolutely certain that the left and right side and the A knot leader allows for the foil to be adju power lines thicker and brake lines thin sted at different connection points on the ner have not been switched braking bridle The bridle is adjusted so that the third knot provided for good control via the brake if the flyinglines are the same length see figure on page 4 Securing the foil Lark s head knot Once the foil is set up and the lines are con nected secure it to the ground stake To do this wind the brake line around the ground stake direct on the handles so that the foil remains flat on the ground while braked Alternatively you can use the extra loops on the lower end of some 4 line handles The 4 line handle Securing option for harness line Power line m po Power Leader Connection points Brake leader 5 J line IE Loop for securing to the ground stake line Brake line The safety system kite killer The safety system kite killer makes it possible for you to release the handles in dangerous situations without losing your kite HQ recommended to try out this func tion several times so your reflexes will be formed and you will gain confidence with this maneuver We recommend the use of this system In order to use it fa
11. sten the left and right strap around the respective wrist Do not fasten it too loosely in order to prevent slipping over the hand Now you can release the handles during the flight The System will activate the brakelines and depower the kite Then the kite will land Larks Head Knot Start The possible flight area of a kite or parafoil is called the wind window The wind provides the greatest pulling force at the center of the wind window The pull drops off at the edges The park and initial position for use is located directly above the pilot in the zenith Launch and land here if there is a lot of wind Zenith Power zone SEM 7 Wind When launching the foil is flown from the ground in the center of the wind window up into the zenith The foil almost reaches its maximum pulling force during this flight into the zenith Therefore before launching check that the lines are laid correctly accor ding to the wind direction and that the foil size was chosen correctly for the wind strength The handles are held at their upper ends directly below where the power lines feed in The brake lines below hang through loosely To launch the foil pull on both handles simultaneously If the wind is light to moderate take a step backwards and pull hard The foil lifts from the ground and flies directly upward into the zenith Correct deviations in the flight path by controlling the kite see section on control
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