Skywalk TONKA Bedienungsanleitung
Seriennr:
MANUAL/SERVICE
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INHALTSVERZEICHNIS
Einleitung Seite 3
Beschreibung Seite 4
Technische Daten Seite 5
Aufhängesystem Seite 6
Beschleunigungssystem Seite 8
Gurtzeug Seite 9
Flugpraxis und Flugeigenschaften Seite 10
Abstiegshilfen Seite 14
Extrem Flugmanöver Seite 16
Materialien Seite 19
Wartung Seite 20
Entsorgung Seite 23
Natur- und landwirtschaftsverträgliches Verhalten Seite 23
2-Jahrescheck Seite 24
Zulassungen Seite 24
Schlusswort Seite 25
Leinenplan Seite 26
Tragegurte Seite 27
EINLEITUNG
Congratulations on the purchase of your new skywalk TONKA! Thank you for your trust
in skywalk paragliders. We are certain that you will enjoy every minute with your sky-
walk TONKA. We recommend that you read this handbook attentively so that you can
feel comfortable with your new paraglider. The handbook will comprehensively inform
you on the skywalk TONKA. This handbook also gives you tips for flying safely and with
confidence, so that you can enjoy many hours in the sky with your TONKA. For helpful
suggestions, questions or critic, please call or send us an e-mail. The skywalk Team is
gladly at your disposal.
THE SKYWALK TEAM
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DESCRIPTION
The TONKA is a small, light glider with very appealing glide performance, high agili-
ty and fun factor. The design and construction of the TEQUILA3, outstanding in good-
natured and straightforward handling, served as the basis for the construction of the
TONKA.
Thus, the TONKA is a fun and light but still robust wing, suitable for a wide range of
use. For soaring in strong winds, your next hike & fly tour or in the thermals, the TONKA
will be your trusty companion.
In order to realize the compromise between low weight and durability, the top sail of
the TONKA is composed of a new material of UTT in combination with a light cloth from
DOMINICO.
Of course the TONKA is also equipped with the groundbreaking JET FLAP technolo-
gy. JET FLAPs have consistently prevailed in the past few years and make it possible
to land at low speeds with high safety potential, along with providing top climb perfor-
mance.
PILOT SPECIFICATIONS
Due to the high wing load, the TONKA 15 demands a pilot with regular flying experi-
ence, solid active flying experience with other paragliders and experience dealing with
canopy collapse. The TONKA is very predictable in its reactions, but to some extent re-
quires a dosed and quicker braking reaction than a normally-sized glider.
If the TONKA is flown with low wing load, with a maximal total launch weight of 75kg, it
is also recommended for experienced hobby pilots.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Type 15
Cells 44
Area (m2) 17,5
Wingspan (m) 9,6
Aspect ratio 5,3
Area projected 14,6
Aspect ratio projected 3,75
Canopy weight 3,3kg
Weight range 56-105kg
Certification LTF09/EN: D
CAUTION:
THE IDENTIFICATION PLATE IS PRINTED ON THE INSIDE OF THE
STABILO. HERE THE DATE OF FIRST FLIGHT AND THE NAME OF THE
PILOT MUST BE ENTERED. THE TYPE INSPECTION TAG IS PRESSED
INTO THE MIDDLE CELL ABOVE THE CHECKAIR STAMP. THE DATE
OF THE INSPECTION MUST ALSO BE ENTERED.
IF THIS LABEL IS MISSING, IT SHOULD BE ASSUMED THAT THE
GLIDER IS AN UNINSPECTED PROTOTYPE .
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LINE SYSTEM
Thanks to extensive testing, the lines of the TONKA have a very high level of strength
with a very small diameter. Line testing, as well as the effectivity of the
speed system, are important matters for us. Safety always remains a priority throughout
all of our design concept and calculation processes. For this reason, we have implemented
an elaborate combination of Liros Dyneema and Tecnora lines in the TONKA.
The skywalk TONKA is equipped with 3 A-, 3 B- as well as 3 C and 1 stabilo line.
The top lines of the last cells attach to the stabilo – main line, together with the stabilo
toplines, which lead directly to the B-riser.
The brake lines are not load bearing and lead from the trailing edge of the wing over
the main brake line throught the brake pulley on the C-riser to the brake handle. There
is a mark on the main brake line where the brake handle is knotted. This adjustment
should not be altered, on one hand to assure adequate brake travel when landing and
on the other hand to avoid constant braking.
For better recognition, the A-lines and the A-riser are red and the stabilo line is pink.
The B-lines are yellow, the main brake line and the brake spider are orange and all other
lines are blue.
The line locks are triangular, a plastic insert prevents the lines from slipping as well as
accidental opening of the line locks.
The skywalk TONKA has 4 risers on each side.
> The A-lines lead directly to the A-risers.
> The B-lines and the tip line lead to the B-riser.
> The outermost C-main line leads to the front C-riser.
> Both inner C-main lines lead to the rear C-riser.
An illustration of the risers can be found at the back of the handbook.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING:
FLYING A PARAGLIDER REQUIRES MAXIMUM CAUTION AT ALL TIMES.
BE AWARE THAT AS A PARAGLIDING PILOT, YOU FLY AT YOUR OWN RISK. AS A
PILOT YOU MUST GUARANTEE THE AIRWORTHINESS OF YOUR PARAGLIDER
BEFORE EVERY SINGLE FLIGHT.
The skywalk TONKA may not be flown:
> outside of the minimum and maximum certified launch weight.
> with a motor, except if there is DULV- or motorglider association authorization
> in rainy, snowy and extremely turbulent weather conditions or high winds
> in fog or clouds (visual flight)
> with insufficient experience or training
Each pilot is responsible for their own safety and must ensure that their aircraft
(paraglider) has been checked and serviced for its airworthiness before launching.
You can only fly your skywalk TONKA with a valid flying license and in accordance
with local rules and regulations.
The skywalk TONKA passed multiple quality control checks during production.
More spot checks were performed before delivery to the dealer.
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SPEED SYSTEM
The skywalk TONKA can be equipped with a foot-operated speed system. The Speed Sys-
tem works on the A-,B-, C3-Risers. Exact specifications can be found on the riser illustration.
INSTALLING THE ACCELERATOR
EQUIPMENT:Most standard harnesses have pul-
leys attached for the speed system. The
Speed system lines run from the front through
the pulleys on the harness upwards and knotted
at the correct length to the brummel hooks. With
the correct adjustment of the acceleration
lines, the foot bar can be reached easily with an-
gled legs during flight. By straightening
the legs, the entire speed range can be used.
Prior to flying, the brummel hooks of the foot-op-
erated accelerator and the speed system have
to be connected to the risers. Check that the
speed system line runs freely. Function: The pilot pushes on the speed system pulley
block, thereby decreasing the force by half and shortening the A-, B- and C- risers.
Illustration of risers in acceleration - page 64-66.
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GURTZEUG
All EN- or LTF-certified harnesses from the harness group GH ((harnesses without solid
cross-bracing) are authorized for use with the skywalk TONKA.
CAUTION:
FULLY CROSS-BRACED HARNESSES INFLUENCE HANDLING DRASTI-
CALLY AND DO NOT LEAD TO INCREASED SAFETY PERFORMANCE!
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FLIGHT TECHNIQUES AND PERFORMANCE
PREFLIGHT CHECK AND MAINTENANCE:
It is important to check all paragliding equipment thoroughly before every flight to
inspect for defects. Also check the paraglider after long flights and after long periods
of storage.
Check thoroughly:
> All seams of the harness, the seams of the rescue and risers
> All connecting parts, maillons and carabiners
> The brake-line knots on both sides and follow the brake-line to the top
> All the other lines from riser to canopy
> All the line attachment points at the canopy
> If the top or bottom sail has partial damage or wear and tear
> The ribs and crossports from inside
CAUTION:
DO NOT LAUNCH IF YOU DETECT ANY DEFECTS, EVEN MINOR DEFECTS!
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