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''v.1213/20192020''
''Maintenance information is in the Equipment officer’s guide.''
Rigging CU is quite easy and two people who know what they are doing can rig in 20 minutes. However, ASW19s are at heightened risk of rigging related accidents due to their controls not being self connecting, so make sure you have rigged correctly. If in doubt '''check with someone who knows how to do it'''.
== Converting to CU ==
Read through the CGC conversion notes and the ASW19b flight manual. You must obtain permission from the duty instructor and the CUGC committee before you can convert. Standard requirements are:
# At least 6 solos in a CGC Junior
# Demonstrate a fully held of landing in a slippery glider like the Perkoz
# Receive a full briefing
These can vary with the instructors discretion. Ideally you can convert to the CGC Pegase FVV first, which is very similar and permanently rigged.
Main points to consider from the CU conversion notes:
* It is high performance and slippery. Speed control on approach is very important, especially with airbrakes that are less effective than on the 2 seaters and Junior.
* Retractable undercarriage - don't forget to put it down!
* Poor low speed aileron authority. This makes the aerotow ground run tricky, and is recommended to thermal above 50kts.
== Pre-rigging notes ==
# Cover trailer corners and floor with carpet.
# Pull out the ramp, ensuring the pins engage in the slots at the end. Place the two securing bolts in the holes above these pins to stop the ramp popping out.
# Secure the ramp in the '''upright (raised) ''' position using the red pin.
# Move wings out horizontally to the edge of the trailer to provide more fuselage clearance.
# Undo the strap that holds the tail down (this may not be attached when the trailer is parked).
# Lift fuselage by the black strap around tail and slide it out of trailer until the belly dolly reaches the end of the ramp. '''Mind the top of the fin as you come out, and be careful not to trip over the ramp.'''
# Remove the strap though the fuselage, tennis balls and the tail strap. (Tennis balls may might not be installed when the trailer is parked).
# Ensure the straps for the battery (behind your head when sitting in the glider) are clear of the space for the wing roots.
=== Connecting the starboard wing (right) ===
[[File:CUTrestles.jpg|thumb|right|Recommended trestle locations.]]
Always rig with the right wing first (this has the fork). Person 1 is the person in charge of the rig.
# When ready, both people rotate the wing so that it is flat, and ready to slide into the fuselage.
# Person 1 places spar in hole in fuselage. '''Make sure that the fuselage doesn’t wobble'''.
# Both slide the wing in. '''Make sure that the control rods slide into the holes and don’t catch on the fuselage'''. Person 1 may have to instruct person 2 on whether they need to move the wing forwards/backwards/up/down so that it slides in flush. Make sure the gap between the wing is uniform and about 53-10mm5mm.
# Person 1 places a trestle just outboard of the silver slide on the wing, being careful not to put the trestle on the aileron. Person 2 can relax.
=== Connecting the port wing (left) ===
Repeat as for the starboard wing, except place the trestle at the tip. Check again that the wing/fuse gaps are even and haven't changed with the second wing going in. See picture for recommended trestle locations.
=== Inserting the main pins ===
# Lower the main wheel using the lever in the cockpit. Take the opportunity to check the tyre and wheel brake condition.
# Lower the jack using the long bar; take the tension off the pin, pull the pin out, then gently lower the rampeither way as is convenient. Don't move the lever towards the wing unless you are sure it is clear.
# Gently push the glider backwards to be clear of the the belly dolly.
# Return the wire tool and allen key to the green bag.
=== Connect Connecting the controls ===
{{Warning|This is a safety critical action and must be done correctly; check and double check control connections.}}
## 2 x ailerons
# Ailerons and air brake controls can be accessed from the little panel behind the cockpit.
# Roll the connection around in your fingers and make sure it doesn't pop offwhen you gently pull it.
# Once controls are connected, close and lock the little panel. '''Make sure that the little panel is taped up securely with a wing tape, as the locking mechanism does not lock it fully.'''
=== Install Vertica (optional) ===
{{Warning|Status Vertica files are out of the vertica is UNKNOWNdate (Sep 2019), you are advised to use XCSoar on your phone.}}
# Vertia flight computer is kept in the CUGC box below the parachute room
# Mount the glide computer using the RAM x-grip mount in the centre of the instrument panel
# Adjust the positioning by slightly loosen the two screw handles, make sure NO INSTRUMENT IS COVERED BY THE PHONE, then tighten the two screws again
# Plug in the usb power cable. You may need an adaptorIn July 2020, a daisy chain of mini-USB, since the cable has an old micro -USB and USB connector-C adaptors are available.
=== Wing tape ===
[[File:CU ballast weights.jpg|thumb|right|Fitted ballast weights.]]
Ballast weights are stored in on the CUGC bottom shelf of the battery cupboard in the parachute room(next to the office).
# Check ballast requirements and remember the conversion between ballast weight and equivalent pilot weight (x2.5)
# Ballast weights go on a spindle in the nose# To gain access to the spindle, sit on the left hand side of the glider and apply full left rudder. Remove the nut (don’t and washer from the spindle. '''Be careful not to lose it!)these.'''# To You’ll need to add a the ballast weight you will need weights one by one. It is necessary to slightly close the canopyto slide each weight in.# Replace Carefully replace the washer and nut and secure . Check the the rudder cable is clear of the ballast stack of weights. Tighten the nut.
== Daily inspection ==
The skid has been replaced in Sep 2019. Dragging with the skid on the ground should be avoided if possible and use of the tail dolly is preferred. Dragging on tarmac/concrete should be avoided at all. Inspection of the condition of the skid should be done as frequently as possible to monitor the wear.
Check the glider has valid insurance and ARC during the DI. A copy of the insurance should be in the first page of the DI book, and the ARC behind the seat.
== De-rig ==
In general, the de-rig is just the reverse of the rig, but here are some extra pointers:
'''Always wash the glider if it is at all dirty, especially the leading edges and underside of the fuselage.''' If the dirt/bugs are left, it takes much longer to clean than if they are cleaned off at the end of the day. Bucket and sponge are provided, and use the leather to dry. # Prep the glider as much as you can before pulling it onto the dolly in front of the trailer, which can be potentially in the way of other people derigging. You can take the tape off, tailplane, batteries, parachute , '''TE probe''' etc all before you get to the trailer.# Have the ramp in the lowered position with the big wheels on the trailer side of the ramp. Make sure the two pins are in place to secure the ramp (Don't lose these pins!).
# When bringing the fuselage onto the belly dolly, make sure you remove the tail dolly. The fuse' should be dragged onto the belly dolly so that the leading edge of the dolly is in line with the '9' or 'B' on the ASW 19B lettering on the side of the fuse. This means it will seat nicely in the trailer. This can be tricky. If it's being really stubborn, pull the fuse on further once the wings are removed. I usually get the aircraft lined up in front of the trailer, remove the tow out gear but leave the wing dolly then. I can then drag the glider forwards onto the dolly myself.
# Once on the dolly, put a trestle under one wing, raise the ramp with the lever and put the pin in to secure it. This can also be stubborn.
# Raise the main wheel.
# Make sure the trailer is ready with wing dollies at the end. Disconnect all the controls and tape, and put the silver wing guards back on the correct wings. Do this 'before' you ask for help.
# Take the left wing off first, as the exact reverse of the rig. The pin on the wing dolly goes into the spar hole closest to the wing root. Roll wing in gently, taking care to remain clear of the corner of the trailer (which should be covered in carpet) and the lugs on the fuse (which you could cover with tennis balls). The dolly will hit a physical stop at the front of the trailer. Initially, slide the wings fully outboard (to give more clearance when rolling in the fuse).# Once Repeat with the right wing. Now the fuse goes in to trailer as the exact reverse of the rig. == Closing the trailer == Before attempting to close the glider trailer, check that:* Ramp is stowed and lowered (with wheels towards trailer front).* Wings are slid fully forwards and roughly outboard of the two metal catches on the trailer floor.* Carpet removed from trailer corners.* Tail skid is awayproperly located in depression in base of trailer* Nothing in the front of the trailer will foul the lid when you close it* If parked at GRL, avoid putting everything that’s going to be stored in the back goes into the trailer: trestles, wing-wheel, tail-dolly (placed carefully between wings and fuse); tow-bar and ramp lever (outboard of wings); ramp securing pins (in ramp channels). ''' Make sure that the tow out gear and trestles are not higher than the top of the wings, or they will catch on the trailer roof when it is lowered.''' # Lower the lid of the trailer carefully, stopping if you feel resistance. Check the wing tips go in the carpet slots in the lid.# Put the big plastic box in the front (tow hook end) of the trailer as . '''Do this last so it can easily be isn't squashed when the lid comes down. Dont put '''# Close and lock the back flap and the front door. The back flap can be tricky if not properly aligned.# Check you haven't left anything laying around the trailer. == Towing the trailer / Preparation for XC == This is not a comprehensive guide, just some things to think about. '''If you are going to go XC in CU, you must make sure the front trailer is serviceable before you set off.'''It's worth finding out when a trailer was last driven. If more than a few months, take it for a spin to check it out if you are unsure of its road worthiness, you can use the club Hilux. A standard check of the trailer includes:* Tyres: Have you checked their pressure? When were they last changed? Are they cracked? * Brakes: Does the handbrake work? Are the brakes adjusted correctly, ie do they apply as the trailer decelerates? * Electrics: '''This is a must.''' Do all the lights work? You have to test this. If you are intending to tow CU, here are some things to think about:* Experience: Have you towed before ? If not, then you '''definitely''' should practice around the airfield doing manoeuvres and some reversing in case you bring get stuck on the lid downroads.* Car: Is it powerful enough? What is the weight relationship between car/trailer? Do you have electrics? Have you got a number plate to put on the trailer?* Licence: Do you need a towing licence? (Yes if the combo is over 3 tonnes)* Insurance: Are you insured for trailer towing? Is the glider insured on the road?
A checklist for if you, or someone else, has to tow the trailer:# Is the glider secure? Tail strapped down, wings in dolly holders.# No loose items. It's best to put all the bits in the tow car, but you can get away with some stuff in the front if it is properly secured.# Make sure to lock bring all the trailer when tools/parachute/batteries/key you leaveneed. The back door is tricky. Lean on # Make sure to raise the legs at the RHS rear of the lid and you should be able trailer.# Attach the cars number plate to close the doorrear of the trailer.
== Soartronics BT connector ==
