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If you damage a line:

Any line that is visually damaged MUST be replaced. Lines can be ordered from your local Ozone dealer 
or directly from our website www.flyozone.com. Alternatively, use a reputable paragliding service centre 
to make the replacement lines.

It  is  important  that  replacement  lines  are  made  from  the  correct  materials  and  diameters.  You  should 
check lengths against their counterpart on the other side of the wing to make ensure symmetry. Once the 
line has been replaced, inflate and check the glider before flying.  

Maintenance  Checks 

Your wing, like a car, should be technically checked to ensure proper airworthiness. Your wing should 
be serviced by a qualified professional for the first time after 24 months, or after 100 hours. However, if 
you are a frequent flyer (more than 100 hrs per year), then we recommend you have the wing serviced 
annually. The checker should inform you about the condition of your glider and if some parts will need to 
be checked or changed before the next normal service check period.

The dimensions of the lines tend to move during the first part of their life, it is therefore recommended to 
have a performance trim check after the first 50hrs of use. To ensure the correct trim, the lines should be 
measured and adjusted to the published values as necessary. Loops in the C lines are in place to make 
this process easier.

During the life of the wing the sail cloth and the lines do not age in the same way or at the same rate, it 
is possible that you may have to change part or all of the lines during the wing’s life. For this reason it is 
important to do regular inspections so that you know the exact condition of all of the components of your 
glider. We recommend that inspections are carried out by a qualified professional.

You alone are responsible for your flying kit and your safety depends on it. Take care of your equipment 
and have it regularly inspected. Changes in inflation/groundhandling/flying behaviour indicates the gliders 
aging, if you notice any changes you should have the wing checked before flying again. These are the 
basic elements of the check up:

Porosity is measured with a porosity meter, the time taken by a certain volume of air to go through a 
certain surface of the cloth. The time in seconds is the result. A measurement is done in a several places 
on the top surface along the span of the glider behind the leading edge.
The  tearing  resistance  of  the  cloth  -  A  non-destructive  test  following  the  TS-108  standard  which 
specifies minimum tear strength for sky diving canopies should be made using a Bettsometer. (B.M.A.A. 
Approved Patent No. GB 2270768 Clive Betts Sails)
Strength of the lines - An upper, middle and lower A line, along with a lower B and a lower C (and lower 
D  if  applicable)  line  should  be  tested  for  strength.  Each  line  is  tested  to  breaking  point  and  the  value 
recorded. The minimum value is 14G for all lines calculated from the maximum certified flying weight of 
the glider. The added minimum strength for the middle lines and for the top lines should be the same. If 
the breaking strength is too close to the minimum value calculated, the professional should give a period 
after which you will have to test the strength of the lines again.
Lengths of the lines - The overall length (riser lines + mid lines + upper lines) has to be checked under 
5Kgs of tension. The difference between the measured length and the original length should not exceed 
+/- 10mm. The changes that could appear are a slight shrink on the C or Ds and/or a slight stretch on the 
A, B. The consequences of these changes can include a slower trim speed, difficult inflation etc. 
Compliance of the test sample’s suspension lines, brake lines and risers were checked by the testing 
laboratory after the test flights were completed. 
Risers - Visual inspection for signs of wear or abrasion. Differences to manual lengths should not exceed  
+/-5mm.
Canopy check - A full visual check should be carried out: All the components of the wing (stitching, ribs, 
diagonals, lines, tabs, ...) should be checked for signs of deterioration.

Finally, a flight test to confirm that the wing behaves normally should be carried out by a professional.

Modifications

Your Ozone Alpina 3 was designed and trimmed to give the optimum balance of performance, handling 
and safety. Any modification means the glider loses its certification and will also probably be more difficult 
to fly. For these reasons, we strongly recommend that you do not modify your glider in any way.

IMPORTANT

Take care of your 

glider and make sure 

you have it checked 

and serviced according 

to the schedule.

Summary of Contents for Alpina 3

Page 1: ...Pilots Manual...

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Page 3: ...ment of the Ozone range As pilots we fully understand just how big an investment a new paraglider is We know that quality and value for money are essential considerations when choosing a new wing so t...

Page 4: ...not fly and always add a large safety margin to all your decisions NEVER fly your glider in rain snow strong wind turbulent weather conditions or clouds If you use good safe judgment you will enjoy ma...

Page 5: ...ide range of pilots Based on the Delta 3 and replacing the iconic Alpina 2 it is ideal for those stepping up from the EN B category and for more experienced pilots who want a safe and easy to use high...

Page 6: ...robatic manoeuvres such as wingovers are very difficult to perform correctly they put abnormal stresses on the glider reducing the overall lifespan and can lead to a loss of control We recommend to no...

Page 7: ...lding the A risers move forward positively your lines should become tight within one or two steps and the Alpina 3 will immediately start to inflate You should maintain a constant pressure on the rise...

Page 8: ...act We strongly advise you to always keep hold of your brakes Do not fly in turbulent conditions IMPORTANT Always keep hold of your brakes Do not fly in turbulent conditions Landing The Alpina 3 shows...

Page 9: ...this can lead to a major deflation Always pull the Big Ears first and then apply the speed bar DO NOT perform spiral dives with Big Ears engaged B Line Stall B stall is for fast descents in emergency...

Page 10: ...lerator you can also apply pressure to the C s this will help keep the nose open Be careful to use only small inputs with the C risers you risk stalling part or all of the wing if you are over enthusi...

Page 11: ...otherwise you risk spinning or deepening the spiral The aim is to empty the air out of the wing tip but without spinning Correctly done this action will clear the cravat quickly and is the most effici...

Page 12: ...ain your air speed at all times If your wing enters parachutal stall when wet immediately release the trimmers and accelerate the wing to regain airspeed Step 1 Lay mushroomed wing on the ground It is...

Page 13: ...Saucisse Pack carefully zip it up without trapping any material Step 8 Turn the Saucisse on its side lay the foam Folding Pillow in place and make the fold of the LE around it Use 3 folds IMPORTANT D...

Page 14: ...y to empty any sand leaves rocks mobile phones etc that may have accumulated in the wing It is recommended that you regularly CHECK your wing especially after a heavy period of use after an incident o...

Page 15: ...n volume of air to go through a certain surface of the cloth The time in seconds is the result A measurement is done in a several places on the top surface along the span of the glider behind the lead...

Page 16: ...to more danger than is necessary Every year many pilots get hurt launching don t be one of them Launching is the time that you are most exposed to danger so practice it lots Some launch sites are smal...

Page 17: ...es lightweight Amsteel Dyneema Link Lite connectors they replace standard maillons and have a breaking load in excess of 1000kgs To avoid disappointment injury or death when changing lines it is vital...

Page 18: ...at they are mounted with 2 turns and closed correctly Double check the Link Lite is closed correctly it should look exactly as shown Pull tension Ensure the lines are in the correct order and not over...

Page 19: ...Leading Edge Reinforcement 2 5 1 8 1 4mm Plastic Main Line Set Brake Lines Riser Lines Main brake Lines Edelrid 8000U 230 190 130kg Liros 10 200 040 DSL 140 Middle Lines Middle brake lines Edelrid 800...

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