GRAVITY X cend light, Manual

Page 1: ..._ EN A paraglider MANUAL EN REV V01 2020 Copyright by GRAVITY airsports more GmbH Hütte 45 6345 Kössen Austria tel 43 0 720 519 402 mail hello gravityparagliders eu web www gravityparagliders eu photos copyright and photo visual credits GRAVITY airsports more GmbH ...

Page 2: ..._ 13 5 DEVICE DESCRIPTION_ 14 5 1 Short description 14 5 2 Technical Data Xcend light_ 15 5 3 Innovations on our Product_ 16 5 4 Colours and Design_ 17 5 5 Risers 18 5 6 Speed acceleration system 19 5 7 TRANSPORTATION and STORAGE_ 19 6 THE FLIGHT_ 20 6 1 Flying experience 20 6 2 Take off 20 6 3 Turning flight 21 6 4 Active flying 21 6 5 Landing 21 7 RAPID DESCENT_ 22 7 1 1 Big Ears 22 7 1 2 B Stal...

Page 3: ...LIABILITY_ 31 14 LIABILITY EXEMPTION and WAIVER_ 31 15 MAINTENANCE MANUAL_ 32 15 1 Subject to inspection and inspection intervals 32 15 2 Who is authorized to check 32 15 3 Rescue inspection equipment 32 15 4 Holes and cracks 33 15 5 Abrasion and expansions 33 15 6 Tear resistance control 33 15 7 Canopy porosity measurements 33 15 8 Connecting parts 34 15 9 Lines 34 15 10 Tensile strength values a...

Page 4: ...ning and manufacturing products applying high latest technological standards originality with long lasting quality AMBITIOUS DESTINATION Exceeding what is already great Innovation is a trusted strong driver and successful progress the best vessel With this we are aiming to improve grow and develop personally and our devices every day Evolving and advancing on certain thoughts and ideas about the c...

Page 5: ...5 USER MANUAL GRAVITY Xcend light EN REV V01 2020 MANUAL ...

Page 6: ...rtant part of the aircraft Please study and revise it well and in detail due to the fact that there is a legal OBLIGATION to deal with the air sports device and its special features prior commissioning it The manual is intended to make the use of the GRAVITY Xcend light as safe and easy as possible ...

Page 7: ...sures guaranteed long term flight pleasurable even for ambitious cross country pilots and alpinists Illustration 01_ GRAVITY Xcend light The demands placed on the latest generation of the Xcend and Xcend light model series were very high and yet expectations could still be exceeded with the new wing concept GRAVITY relies on class appropriate gliders and so everything in the development of the new...

Page 8: ...performance Therefore the Xcend light offers an easy start for students when making their first encounters on high altitude flights as well as offering long lasting extended enjoyment for experienced pilots The Xcend light implements control pulses precisely combining A class appropriate tolerance with dynamics easily The reactions are therefore gently damped accordingly The markedly outstanding g...

Page 9: ...t Strobl equipped the Xcend light with 36 cells and an aspect ratio of 5 and fits the wing with the latest technical features In addition to the PPN 3D shaping assures optimized inflow and shape stability of the leading edge Extensive calculations of the ballooning in combination with the optimized wing preload ensure a balanced pressure distribution and flow dynamics around the profile On the rea...

Page 10: ...te Datum Gravity Paragliders GmbH Hütte 45 A 6345 KÖSSEN info gravity paragliders eu C O N T A C T Test Reference No Musterprüf Nr Test Reference No Musterprüf Nr Class Klasse Number of seats Anzahl Sitze 7DNHRʲ HLJKW Startgewicht 7DNHRʲ HLJKW 0RWRU Startgewicht Motor Projected Area Projizierte Fläche Number of risers Anzahl Traggurte FFHOHUDWRU RQO DOSLQH ʴLJKW HVFKOHXQLJHU QXU HUJʴXJ 7ULPPHU RQO...

Page 11: ...f and landing speed changes and alters noticeably 2 2 E climbing assistance E ascent aid Due to its unproblematic handling and high trim speed the GRAVITY Xcend light is ideally suited for the e ascent aid 2 3 Towing winches The GRAVITY Xcend light offers excellent starting characteristics with its high trim speed best conditions for towing winches The following must be observed when towing winche...

Page 12: ...ting is in extreme flight situations and when landing sufficient braking distance available At the same time it enables a comfortable arm position for the trim flight Under no circumstances should the basic setting of the A B and C lines be changed PAY ATTENTION_ Please note that the relative braking distance changes with the height length of the harness When fixing the setting make sure that both...

Page 13: ... A flight with a crack or hole in the wing or line can be life threatening 11 Always make sure that the aircraft is in a proper flying condition and that the required inspections have been carried out regularly 12 Be aware that as a pilot you must be physically and mentally able to carry out the flight unimpeded You have to concentrate fully on flying in order to possibly avoid unpleasant flight c...

Page 14: ...UAL GRAVITY Xcend light EN REV V01 2020 5 DEVICE DESCRIPTION_ 5 1 Short description A Top Sail B Risers C Stabilo D Riserbelt Illustration 06_ device description __ A TOPSAIL RISERS B __ __ A TOPSAIL __ C STABILO ...

Page 15: ...15 USER MANUAL GRAVITY Xcend light EN REV V01 2020 5 2 Technical Data Xcend light_ Illustration 05_ technological table ...

Page 16: ...vations 3D shape providing specific tension control of the wing and therefore optimized ballooning and wrinkle free outline precision profile nose plastic sticks on the profile nose for stronger profile parts high pressure crossport design provides an ideal cross aeration of the crossports and helps you to balance the pressure differences on the inside of the wing on extreme flight situations cond...

Page 17: ...or special designs That way we can maintain supply capability within the agreed lead times and can guarantee the price stability We are aiming at keeping basic calculations stable for sales and as well as within the production processes with forecasted quantities We have made a big effort at creating each product of the glider product range holistically and to give each product unique features and...

Page 18: ...s to ensure positive identification at take off and during a B Stall decent Other adjustable removeable or variable mechanisms are non existent Number of risers 3 1The risers of the GRAVITY Xcend light consist of 22 mm High Tanacity Polyester Yarn from Techni Sangles France Illustration 10_ risers belt ...

Page 19: ...rience should make the modification The acceleration system must be set up before the first flight For this purpose the connecting lines of the foot accelerator are connected to the acceleration system on the riser by means of brummel hooks To make the correct adjustment the harness should be hung up so that you can sit in the flight position The best way to have the attached risers is to have som...

Page 20: ...he 5 point check should include the following a buckled up strapped helmet harness and carabiners closed b suspended the risers are not twisted when hung in the carabiner the accelerator is correctly hooked in the carabiner is locked c lines A lines above all lines sorted brake line runs freely to the brake roll er d canopy cap is arched with an opened leading edge at the start e wind and airspace...

Page 21: ...ke up some speed when flying into the upwind area If the surface exceeds you when leaving flying into downwind areas the paraglider must be braked accordingly When flying through downwind zones accelerated flight makes sense The design of the GRAVITY Xcend light has a very high inherent stability However an active flight style in turbulent air as described above contributes significantly to increa...

Page 22: ...ing is a very stable flight condition even in turbulent conditions Please be aware that you reduce the trim speed during big ears but this can be compensated by applying the speed bar Big ears in combination with weight shifting in order to get the spiral dive will achieve the highest sink rate This decent method is often taught in SIV training Be mindful that this exposes the glider to extreme lo...

Page 23: ... can either be caused intentionally through turbulences or through pilot errors every pilot can get into these flight situations all mentioned extreme flight figures and manoeuvres are dangerous if performed without the appropriate knowledge enough altitude or necessary introduction a wrong execution of these described figures and manoeuvres may have fatal consequences 7 3 Spiral dive As with turn...

Page 24: ...eopening takes place immediately The reopening can be supported by braking pumping the affected side vigorously while taking countermeasures on the open side In the case of large collapses countermeasures must be carried out in a dosed well proportioned manner so that the flow on the positive side of the glider is not completely cut off and gets into a negative spin 7 7 Deep stall The GRAVITY Xcen...

Page 25: ...the other brake partly free With a negative turn the glider turns relatively fast around its centre while the inside flies backwards In order to exit a negative spin the applied brake is released where stalled side of the wing can pick up speed or one exits though a full stall by braking the flying side into a stall as well PAY ATTENTION_ The negative spin and the full stall are both unpredictable...

Page 26: ...larly it is cared for Below are some useful tips on care and maintenance 1 Long lasting UV radiation and extreme acro manoeuvres reduce the resistance of each paraglider cloth over time 2 Never expose your GRAVITY Xcend light to unnecessary sunlight but put it back in the glider bag after the flight 3 When choosing the take off site pay close attention to the surface on which the paraglider is lai...

Page 27: ... leaves grass or sand and sort the lines evenly Use the riser fix system at the rear end of the wing for the risers make sure that the glider is try and clean be fore you pack it up Now start to fold the glider from the middle out cell by cell after that place both halves on top of each other and fold the glider to the end format Shifted packing prevents constant abrasion of the middle of the para...

Page 28: ... use of the very safe and comfortable all round harness Xgear which is perfectly matched to the Xcend light Xgear stands for relax to the power of 3 and this applies to the seating comfort as well as to the very high safety standard through the innovative foam protector The light all round harness is offering comfort in highest quality and processing built for athletic adventurers The relative bra...

Page 29: ...ute with a sensational weight of only 0 98 1 2 kg The Xfusion not only impresses with its little pack weight but also with precise and quick responsiveness when it comes to opening and sinking rates Using delicate scaling and research the cross canopy shape as well as the air outlets making its flight behaviour practically free of pendulum movements This series was produced to ensure safety using ...

Page 30: ...Y Xcend light and either its components now or in the future against GRAVITY airsports more GmbH and all other contractual partners could grow up The legal release of GRAVITY airsports more GmbH and all other contractual partners from any claims regarding loss damage injury or expenditure that you your closest relatives and relatives or any other user of your GRAVITY Xcend light can suffer from th...

Page 31: ... of any kind and their consequential damage Follow the safety precautions to fly safely 14 LIABILITY EXEMPTION and WAIVER_ You hereby declare that before using the GRAVITY Xcend light you have read and understood the entire manual of the GRAVITY Xcend light including all instructions and warnings contained in this manual In addition you declare that you ensure that before you allow someone else to...

Page 32: ...tified paragliders For end consumer devices after 24 months for school devices after 12 months The inspection must be carried out according to the intervals specified above or at the latest after 150 flight hours Ground handling should be included in the number of flight hours PAY ATTENTION_ in the event of abnormal flight behaviour the manufacturer should be informed immediately and the glider se...

Page 33: ... edge to see whether the inner seams cell partition walls and stiffeners are in good condition i e without cracks stretching straining chafing damage to the coating 2 If the ribs are torn the sewing stitching is defective lose or missing the glider must be sent to the manufacturer or an authorised dealership or competence centre 3 The specified values changes are to be noted in the inspection repo...

Page 34: ...tor movement free and intact 4 are the brake loops still tight and firmly sewed 5 are the line locks corrosion free is the thread free to move 6 are the quick link openings line locks corrosion free is the thread tube clear and intact Measurement under a load of 5 kg The determined values are to be compared to the specifications from the DHV certificate form as a declaration of conformity Permitte...

Page 35: ...correctly 2 is the coating of the lines intact 3 are all loops knots and sewing in good condition 4 are there chafe marks 15 12 Line length measurements Measuring the line lengths is part of the regular data check The lines must be measured with a load corresponding to 5 kg in order to obtain comparable results You can find the corresponding line lengths in the aerial sports equipment description ...

Page 36: ...f the same strength and quality as the original The verification and or measurement inspection protocol must be signed if an authorized dealer or service centre stamped including place and date 16 IMPORTANT carried out inspections 1 Before you carry out your own tests and or repairs on your paraglider we ask you to carefully read the following pages attentively You inform yourself about the terms ...

Page 37: ...agliders harnesses and rescue equipment that are not checked controlled repaired exchanged packed new or repacked flown in and or other maintenance work carried out other than by GRAVITY authorized personnel all warranty and guarantee is void 10 All maintenance work must be carried out in accordance to the maintenance information in the operating instructions manual and the special maintenance ins...