MAC PARA Marvel, User Manual

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Page 2: ...W PARAGLIDER 10 ADJUSTING BRAKE LINES 10 FLYING THE MARVEL 10 TOWING 14 MOTORISED FLIGHT 14 EXTREME FLYING MANOEUVRES 15 RAPID DESCENTS 18 LOOKING AFTER YOUR PARAGLIDER 20 LINE PLANS 21 Line plan Marvel 22 MANUAL FOR PARAGLIDER CHECKS 23 TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT 25 CHECKS 26 TEST FLIGHT CERTIFICATE 27 Technical data 27 ...

Page 3: ... use of this paraglider is solely at the user s own risk Manufacturer and distributor do not accept any liability Pilots are responsible for their own safety and their paraglider airworthiness The paraglider carries no warranty The author assumes that the pilot is in possession of a valid paragliding licence for glider s category insurance etc Before delivery as well as during production each para...

Page 4: ...remains stable and controllable over a wide range of normal and abnormal flight conditions Nevertheless turbulence and gusting winds can lead to a partial or complete collapse of the canopy Therefore never fly in such conditions Any changes made to this paraglider invalidate the certificate of airworthiness OVERALL PLAN Trailing edge Leading edge Brake handle Main karabineer Rapid links Main lines...

Page 5: ...oviding good re inflation without reducing the profile accuracy The Marvel is made of the proven Nylon fabrics Porcher Sport Skytex Rip stop 9092 E85A 9017 E38A and 9017 E29A Like any synthetic material this can deteriorate through excessive exposure to UV Rigging system The lines of the Marvel are made of proven strong and stretch resistant non covered Aramid Kevlar lines and brake lines are made...

Page 6: ... The serial risers of the Marvel do not have a lockable trimmer The speed system affects the A A1 and B risers and changes the angle of attack In normal flight all risers have an overall length of 49 5 cm without quick links When the stirrup is pushed out the A risers are shortened by up to a maximum of 14 cm the A1 risers are shortened by up to a max of 14 cm the B risers by up to a max of 9 cm t...

Page 7: ...system cord to the Brummel hook on the end of the cord which runs through the 2 pulleys on the A risers Ensure that the speed system is untangled and operates freely before flying Riser Riser lengths Marvel The lengths are measured from the main attachment point to the lower edge of rapid links A A1 B C Trim position 520 520 520 520 Accelerated 380 380 430 520 Color marking Loop for main karabinee...

Page 8: ...cascade A B C Aramid A 8000 160 Breaking Load 160 kg Main lines A1 B1 C1 Aramid Polyester A 7343 190 Breaking Load 190 kg Main lines A2 A3 B2 B3 C2 C3 Aramid Polyester A 7343 230 Breaking Load 230 kg Wing tip line Aramid Polyester A 6843 060 Breaking Load 60 kg Main brake line Dynema Polyester A 7850 200 Breaking Load 200 kg Brake lines Rosenberger Tauwerk GmbH Poststr 11 D95192 Lichtenberg GERMAN...

Page 9: ...in Sink rate m s 1 05 1 05 1 05 1 05 1 05 Pilot approx 17 to 20kg of equipment including wing HARNESS The Marvel is certified with LTF GH type certified harnesses Nearly all harnesses available on the market are GH These GH harnesses are different to GX harnesses which have a lower attachment point for the main karabiners and effective cross bracing The Marvel was not tested with harnesses with an...

Page 10: ...cates the position of the brake handle The glider is delivered with a standard set up and its speed can reach 37 39 km h depending on the weight of the pilot The brake lines should always be adjusted so that the first brake lines just come under tension when the brake handles have been pulled 5 10 cm The test results relate to this brake line adjustment This adjustment on the one hand allows suffi...

Page 11: ...cure buckles leg front riser closed main karabiners Before takeoff speed system mounted and connected properly risers not twisted brake handle in hands brake lines free pilot s position relative to the wing centred all lines same tension wind direction obstacles on the ground free airspace When laying out the glider the wind direction should be observed The canopy should be deployed into the wind ...

Page 12: ...wards to ensure the canopy is completely open otherwise abort the take off Only then is the final decision to continue the launch taken If anything is not completely safe the launch should be aborted Now accelerate continuously until you lift off It is easier to take off in a light headwind if after reaching minimum flying speed you apply the brakes slightly After the take off gently release the b...

Page 13: ...ontal plane If a loss of back pressure of the stirrup on your legs is noticed this is a warning that the canopy is probably about to collapse Release the stirrup and thus the speed system immediately With this feeling you may actually prevent most collapses from happening while using the speed system If a collapse should still occur release the speed system immediately and correct the collapse as ...

Page 14: ...ng height if too much brake is used too early Strong wind landings require correspondingly less brake Do not apply full brake before the pilot is safely on the ground The final glide during the landing approach should be straight and not marked by steep or alternating turns as these can result in a dangerous pendulum effect near the ground Attention Do not allow the canopy to fall onto the leading...

Page 15: ...ngly may lead to a crash Remember this is a glider with unspectacular reactions to disturbances in the air Whenever in doubt raise the brakes and let the glider fly The glider has a high internal pressure resistance to tucking and very high degree of passive safety It is recommended that at this stage you already practise an active flying style The key to active piloting is keeping the glider abov...

Page 16: ...ng the A risers or by sudden heavy turbulence The entire leading edge spontaneously collapses Gentle braking on both sides will reduce the lateral pendulum motions and simultaneously accelerate re inflation The Marvel generally self recovers from an initiated front tuck When having a very large front tuck a frontal rosette can happen the wingtips move forwards shaping a horseshoe Gentle braking ca...

Page 17: ...ARNING If the brakes are released rapidly and asymmetrically the glider may surge almost 90 and suffer an extensive asymmetric collapse The danger of overcorrecting and overreacting exists during all extreme flight manoeuvres Thus any corrective action must be gentle and steady and done with feel Spin or negative spin Pulling brake on one side too fast or too hard can result in a negative spin Dur...

Page 18: ... and glider By tensing ones abdominal muscles and a higher body tension you can to some extent resist the high G forces Don t forget proper breathing As soon as any even slight light dizziness or impaired vision is noticed the spiral should be exited immediately The Marvel has a very effective spiral dive This allows rapid descent without stalling To enter a spiral dive the pilot should weight shi...

Page 19: ...elease the A1 risers The canopy does very slowly self recover To quicken the recovery the pilot can dynamicaly pull down and immediately release the brakes of the glider WARNING Never do big ears in spirals as this may drastically reduce the number of lines taking the already high loads causing structural failure Attention All rapid descent techniques should first be practised in calm air and with...

Page 20: ...s Never drag the wing over rough ground This will damage the cloth on the wear points When preparing the wing on a takeoff with rough ground don t pull the wing over it i e by pulling the brakes Please try to pack the wing on soft ground Uncontrolled strong wind takeoffs or landings can result in the leading edge of the canopy hitting the ground at high speed which may cause rips in the profile an...

Page 21: ...be checked as a minimum after two years or after 100 flying hours by the manufacturer or authorized workshops Disposal The synthetic materials used in a paraglider need professional disposal Please send disused canopies back to us we will dismantle and dispose of it In Conclusion The Marvel is a modern paraglider You will enjoy many safe years of flying with your Marvel if you look after it correc...

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Page 23: ...dditional measurement should be made on the top surface of the wing tip The identified time should be higher than 30 second JDC In the event of the result being less than 30 seconds the result of the check is a fail Overall strength check The check of canopy strength should be made with a Bettsometer B M A A approved Patent No GB 2270768 Clive Betts Sales On the top and bottom surfaces make small ...

Page 24: ...influence flying characteristics must be repaired Lines All lines should be checked for tears breaks any damage to the sheath or signs of wear Special attention should be paid to the sewing of the line loops Damaged lines must be replaced The results should be documented in the inspection record Connector check All line carabineers trimmers if used speed systems and pulleys should be inspected for...

Page 25: ...all to practise our sport with respect for nature and wildlife Don t walk outside marked routes don t leave any waste don t make needless noise and respect the sensitive biological balance in the mountain eco system especially in the take off area ...

Page 26: ...26 CHECKS Name Company Date Signature Stamp ...

Page 27: ...10 25 14 27 00 29 2 38 23 Area projected m2 20 33 22 13 23 76 25 7 33 65 Span flat m 12 24 12 77 13 23 13 76 15 74 Span projected m 10 35 10 8 11 19 11 64 13 32 Aspect ratio flat 6 48 6 48 6 48 6 48 6 48 Root cord m 2 38 2 48 2 57 2 67 3 06 Cells 75 75 75 75 75 Weight kg 5 7 5 9 6 2 6 4 7 3 Weight range kg 70 87 80 98 90 110 105 130 140 185 Min speed km h 23 25 23 25 23 25 23 25 23 25 Max speed km...

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