Dudek FreeWay, User Manual

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Page 3: ...TURNS THERMALLING AND SOARING FLYING WITH SPEED SYSTEM ENGAGED LANDING WINCHING AND MOTOPARAGLIDING RAPID DESCENDS AEROBATICS WINGOVER EXTREME FLYING MANOEUVRES 4 Canopy care 16 STORAGE CLEANING REPA...

Page 4: ...get that additional angle of attack regulation all you have to do is move the buckle toward black loop which pulls the trimmer in Remember still the paraglider was NOT certified in any other configura...

Page 5: ...ning handbook for this or any other paraglider in general You may only fly a paraglider when qualified to do so or when undergoing training by an accredited school or instructor Acro flying is dangero...

Page 6: ...elicopter etc clean design resulting in good performance data The Freeway was to be simultaneously fun and safe that s why we preferred small size for dynamic behaviour and kept modest aspect ratio so...

Page 7: ...of the production process take place as our Polish plant under close supervision of the designer himself thus ensuring highest European quality Due to carefully chosen mix of modern design and best m...

Page 8: ...go through a metal loop at the trailing edge Due to their presence when the line is pulled the edge gets shortened thus improving steering effectiveness Suspension lines are coloured depending on thei...

Page 9: ...speed system cord must be firmly attached with bowline or other non slipping knot to the speed bar The other end of the cord must be ran upward through the harness pulleys to be finished with hooks o...

Page 10: ...s straps can dramatically affect the handling so tightening them actually may not contribute to higher safety Have them tightened just the correct amount 3 FLIGHT PRE FLIGHT CHECK A thorough pre fligh...

Page 11: ...he paraglider Side drift is corrected best by moving yourself always under center of the canopy launch space permitting In order to keep wing in the air the suspension lines must stay taut all the tim...

Page 12: ...affic especially when many pilots share airspace close to a hill In such conditions rapid avoidance manoeuvres are often not possible FLYING WITH SPEED SYSTEM ENGAGED When flying into head wind or thr...

Page 13: ...gaining some height if too much brake is used Strong wind landings hardly requires braking if any at all Use C risers coloured grey to deflate the canopy after landing Using brakes will probably resu...

Page 14: ...y enters a spiral easily and it s really important to learn a spiral dive under guidance of a qualified instructor since exiting the spiral is not automatic and requires pilot action If the paraglider...

Page 15: ...lying only under guidance of an instructor The designer manufacturer distributor and retailer cannot and will not guarantee your safety when using this equipment This wing should only be used by quali...

Page 16: ...you want to prevent it stick to a couple of rules sink rate and safety margin as big ears constitute an aerodynamic brake with significant loss of speed Nevertheless if such a situation happens apply...

Page 17: ...pulls with brake or stabiliser line will clear things out If it does not solve the problem try big ears or pulling down corresponding riser In case of any doubts pilot should seriously consider throw...

Page 18: ...damp also while lying on green grass in direct sunlight A good precaution to avoid dampness and or UV when you have to wait in a start queue is to use quick pack after rigging up Always dry the glide...

Page 19: ...d or stones away from entering the cell openings their weight can slow down or even stall the glider and sharp edges can damage the cloth Prevent lines from catching anything on launch as they can get...

Page 20: ...18 Aspect Ratio flat 5 37 5 45 Aspect Ratio projected 4 32 4 39 Max cord cm 228 09 240 51 Min cord cm 61 58 64 93 Distance pilot to wing m 6 85 7 20 Total line lenght m 308 15 326 03 Weight range kg 5...

Page 21: ...iding wings as well as school and profit users warranty covers 18 months 1 5 year 150 flight hours depending on what comes first WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID IF If you have ought your paraglider second hand...

Page 22: ...lies only to damages that took place during take off flight or landing Obviously all faults in the material and manufacturing flaws are covered by normal warranty When handing the paraglider for the r...

Page 23: ...0 cm x 37 5 cm Note this excludes even small rips placed in the vicinity of the stitches they have to be repaired by an authorised workshop Looped and stitched suspension line It is equal to the longe...

Page 24: ...UTION Distances given below are to be understood as distances between connection points When cutting a line for repairs 200 mm more must be counted as on each end a 100 mm stitch is required to fix th...

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Page 27: ...9 Risers and accesories A speed system hooks speed system pulleys pulley steering line covered swivel steering handle Easy Keeper magnets carabiner USER MANUAL B C trimmer buckle 25...

Page 28: ...without speed Full speed All risers neutral at 580mm Slowest speed minimum sink Take off position Increased speed increased sink Speed system influence on the aerofoil C B A C B A speed system A 480...

Page 29: ...r on and full speed Icreased trim speed Sink increased a little Increased speed Increased sink C B A C B A speed system A 580 B 590 C 615 speed system A 480 B 500 C 580 Trimmer influence on the aerofo...

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