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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 disconnected controls, so make sure you have rigged correctly.
== Pre-rigging notes ==
Some basic rules and things to be aware of:
# 60% of accidents caused by disconnected elevators happen on ASW19 or 20s, double check the elevator connections before flying.
== Rigging ==
You need at least 2 people to rig CU, but 3 is helpful.
# Remove strap on the tail
=== Connecting the starboard wing (right) ===
Always rig the wing with the fork first.
# Once fully in, person 2 places trestle under the tip, person 1 can relax.
=== Connecting the port wing (left) ===
Repeat as for the starboard wing.
=== Inserting the main pins ===
[[File:CU Main Pins.jpg|thumb|right|The main pins in, but not rotated and latched into place.]]
# Person 2 can now relax.
=== Connecting the tail plane ===
# Person 1 & 2 stand in the trailer at each end of the tailplane, which is attached to the roof of the trailer.
# Tighten the bolt as far as it will go and then loosen one notch, the metal loop will fit into one of the cuts in the bolt.
=== Lower the main wheel ===
# Lift the fuselage up using the jack if required
# Gently push the glider back on the belly dolly
=== Connect the controls ===
{{Warning|This is a safety critical action and must be done correctly; check and double check control connections.}}
# 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 total energy tube ===
# Total energy tube is kept in the pocket in the cockpit
# The two small holes on the tube should face backwards
=== Install batteries ===
# Batteries are stored in the back of the hangar and are marked CU
# Plug battery wire into connectors
=== Install Vertica (optional) ===
{{Warning|Status of the vertica is UNKNOWN, you are advised to use XCSoar on your phone.}}
# Place into holder (bottom first) and it will click into place
=== Install glide computer (optional) ===
# Mount the glide computer using the RAM x-grip mount in the centre of the instrument panel
# Plug in the usb power cable. You may need an adaptor, since the cable has an old micro USB connector
=== Wing tape ===
You should always tape up:
# Over the tail plane bolt (avoid the little metal loop)
=== Ballast weights (as needed) ===
[[File:CU ballast weights.jpg|thumb|right|Fitted ballast weights.]]
# Replace the nut and secure the ballast weights
== Daily inspection ==
[[File:CU new skid.jpg|thumb|right|New skid on CU.]]
During daily inspections make sure that you check the condition of the glider’s skid. If the bottom foot is worn, the glider is U/S and skid needs replacing. Please see a picture of new skid for reference.
== Soartronics BT connector ==
This is a device placed between the flarm and flarm display. It is essentially an serial connection to the flarm over the bluetooth. Once the flarm is powered on the device should be discoverable by bluetooth and should be paired to the mobile phone (PIN 1234 if prompted). With appropriate settings with the XCSoar, the following functions are supported: