HQ PowerKites CrossFIRE 2 Mode D'emploi page 8

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, 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.
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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.
Watch 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.