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TRIMMING
12 TRIMMING
As all lines change length over time, we have built in a way to
correct the flying characteristics quickly and easily. Adjust-
ments after heavy use over years should be done to keep the
products performance and ensure a long-term use of the SONIC.
12.01 Mixer test
Sort out the mixer. Hold the loops next to the little flags in
line and set A & Z on the same level.
Now tension the mixer and secure the ends of the front and
steering lines (e.g. an assistant can hold them). The position of
the lines should not change during the whole mixer test.
Bring the C-Level up to the A and Z bridle connection knots
and tension the mixer (min. 5 kg tensile load per line). All three
knots should be at the same level at standard trim.
If this is not the case, you just have to move the metal ring of
the mixer (C-Level) until all 3 knots are at the same level.
Reconnect the flying lines again, and then repeat the same
procedure on the other side. Pull all knots tight and check the
bridle carefully.
Warning:
After exchanging the sparepart lines, do a mixertest
and adjust the mixer accordingly.
11.02 Little Connection Lines
The “Little Connection Line“ (LCL) allows you to quickly exchange
a bridle line and also works as a predetermined overload weak
point that prevents the canopy from getting damaged. Should
an LCL break, replace it with new one, in the same colour (same
breaking strength) LCL.
11.03 Repairing the Cloth
In case you get a small tear (e.g. through contact with a sharp
object) we have included a repair kit with your kite. The area
that needs to be repaired must be clean, dry and grease-free.
Temporary repairs are possible with spinnaker repair tape, but
the tear should be taped from the inside of the kite. It is recom-
mended that you round o the edges of the repair tape. A spe-
cial binding agent (silicone sealing compound) for the X-Light
Cloth is available through Flysurfer sales partners or directly at
FLYSURFER. A repair manual is included with the binding agent.
There is the possibility to have a professional repair done by us.
We can exchange whole parts of the canopy, so that there will be
no trace of the damage.
Tip:
When a tear is close to a seam (less than 5cm), we recom-
mend using sewing to repair the damaged area.
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