LE CHOUKA Elevator Compasses Instructions
- June 16, 2024
- LE CHOUKA
Table of Contents
LE CHOUKA Elevator Compasses
Models
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Cockpit or Thigh Compass
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Cockpit or Thigh Compass
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Elevator Compasses
Fixation
Cockpit
▶ Velcro on the cockpit.
▶ Always use the lanyard to secure the compass with a lark’s head knot.
Fastening
Elastic Thigh Strap
▶ Use the black elastic strap provided to fasten the compass around your
thigh.
▶ Make sure the strap is tight enough and locked-up in the plastic clip so
that the compass cannot fall down.
▶ Tie a knot around your usual adjustment. This way even if the elastic strap
clip gets loose from the plastic clip, the compass cannot fall down.
**Paraglider’s risers** **▶ Always start by securing the red lanyard around the chosen riser with a lark’s head knot.
▶ Slide smoothly the chosen riser inside the compass support.
**Orientation
Classic compass (hiking)
▶ Like a classic hiking compass
▶ The direction can be read on the side opposite to the pilot.
▶ The N letter is on the magnetic North side.
Navigation compass
▶ Like a sea or air navigation compass
▶ The direction can be read on the side of the pilot.
▶ The N letter is on the side opposite to the magnetic North.
Safety
▶ Do not rely on the compass to ensure your flight safety. This is an aid for
free-flying, not a safety instrument. It does not allow you to violate VFR
rules and legislation.
▶ Place far away from metallic parts : karabiners, variometer, phone, etc.
▶ Choose and mount one of the fastening systems (velcro + red lanyard,
black elastic thigh strap, risers + red lanyard). Fasten it correctly
according to the indications below. Check that it is well hooked-up before
taking off.
▶ In case of pendulum movements, wait until the compass gets stable.
Notes: INOVALTI will not be held responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from a incorrect use or the failure to comply with the points below (non-exhaustive list):
- The CHOUKA compass is meant to be used as an aid for free flight sports. It is neither a navigational instrument nor a safety instrument. Its reliability is not guaranteed. VFR rules and legislation must be respected. Only a qualified pilot may use it.
- Always use the lanyard or the elastic strap tight enough and with a knot to secure the compass so that it cannot fall from height. The Velcro attachment on its own is not enough.
- Do not open the CHOUKA compass. This would void the warranty.
- The CHOUKA compass conforms to applicable CE marking directives.
- Not suitable for children under the age of flying autonomously.
- Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
