Ozone MAGMAX 2, Pilot'S Manual

Page 1: ...Pilots Manual...

Page 2: ...x 2 04 Risers 05 Limitations 08 Preparation 10 Basic Flight Techniques 11 Rapid Descent Techniques 16 Incidents 18 Caring and Maintenance 20 Ozone Quality 27 Technical Specifications 28 Drawing Riser...

Page 3: ...lly 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 to keep costs low and quality high we ma...

Page 4: ...tor and reserve parachutes that are free from modification and use them only within their certified weight ranges Please remember that flying a glider outside its certified configuration may jeopardis...

Page 5: ...t she is helped by Alex Mateos As two of the finest pilots in the world holding World European and French Paramotoring champion titles between them they offer valuable advice and feedback throughout t...

Page 6: ...ed the weight by 700g compared to the MagMax without sacrificing strength Increasing the life span of the wing was a primary design goal this has greatly reduced the cost per flight for professional p...

Page 7: ...mer 2 3 cm or as required Before the take off inflation ensure that the trimmers are set equally on both sides The white stitching is for a reference to ensure symmetry Brake Lines The brake line leng...

Page 8: ...ition If you lower the pulley height you must also lengthen the brake lines accordingly Tip Steering System The Tip Steering System TST uses ergonomic handles for control of the wing during accelerate...

Page 9: ...system should be lengthened to reduce the speed whereas if the canopy rises too slowly the system should be reduced in length It is not necessary to hold the A risers whilst launching with the trike...

Page 10: ...kill level Always seek assistance and advice from your instructor or experienced pilots before choosing equipment for yourself Total Weight in flight The MagMax 2 has been designed with a defined weig...

Page 11: ...l make the wing more prone to entering inadvertent parachutal stalls so flying in the rain or with a wet wing e g early morning dew should be avoided at all costs If you are accidently caught out in a...

Page 12: ...nes one side at a time and check for any obvious signs of damage Hold the risers clear of the ground at shoulder height and starting with the brake lines pull all lines clear Repeat the process with t...

Page 13: ...ks and confirming the conditions are favourable commence the launch by smoothly applying enough throttle to start rolling forwards and inflate the wing Once the wing has inflated to approximately 60 d...

Page 14: ...use the power launch technique During the inflation the power should be progressively applied once the wing is half way up Applying the power too early may inhibit the inflation characteristics of th...

Page 15: ...oint height To stop oscillations it is best to reduce the power slightly and ensure that you remain static with weight shift and brake inputs Using the TST can also help reduce oscillations Once settl...

Page 16: ...he brakes to allow it to speed up Avoid flying with continuous amounts of brake in rough air as you could inadvertently stall the wing Always consider your airspeed In mild turbulence it may be best t...

Page 17: ...ne at around 30m and glide in like a normal paraglider Powered landings offer the chance to power up and continue with the flight if you misjudge your final approach but can be more expensive if you g...

Page 18: ...g Ears you should use weight shift steering To reopen your big ears release the A lines at the same time To help re inflation brake gently one side at a time until tips regain pressure Avoid deep symm...

Page 19: ...into the spiral depending on the input Once in the spiral you should apply a little outside brake to keep the outer wing tip pressured and inflated Safe descent rates are possible but high speeds and...

Page 20: ...der will spin or stall with less brake input than normal In your efforts to stop the glider turning towards the collapsed side of the wing you must be very careful not to stall the side of the wing th...

Page 21: ...t you still have enough altitude Deep Stall Parachutal stall It is possible for gliders to enter a state of parachutal stall This can be caused by several situations including a very slow release from...

Page 22: ...complete concertina from tip to tip It is really important to not stress the middle cell or bend the plastic too tightly Packing To prolong the life of your wing and to keep the plastic reinforcements...

Page 23: ...stuff sack Step 4 Group together the middle trailing edge of the wing by sorting the folds near the B C and D tabs Step 6 Fold the wing with 3 or 4 folds whilst being careful to not crush the LE Step...

Page 24: ...ORTANT Do NOT lay the wing flat on the ground before packing the glider this will cause abrasion damage to the top surface as you pull the glider towards the middle ALWAYS pack from a mushroom or lift...

Page 25: ...expose the wing to moisture DO NOT expose the wing to unnecessary UV Pack away once you have finished flying Do not leave it sitting in the sun If you fly with a wrap you should regularly undo the twi...

Page 26: ...damage the coating of the cloth We recommend to not clean the wing but if you do have to use a soft cloth dampened with a small amount of water and use gentle movements little by little across the su...

Page 27: ...nged before the next normal service check period The sail 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 wi...

Page 28: ...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 li...

Page 29: ...paired at a reasonable charge If you are unable to contact your dealer then you can contact us directly at info flyozone com Summary Safety is paramount in our sport To be safe we must be trained prac...

Page 30: ...rojected Span m 11 11 4 Flat Span m 14 1 14 7 Projected Aspect Ratio 3 8 3 8 Flat Aspect Ratio 5 2 5 2 Root Chord m 3 37 3 5 Weight kg 7 26 7 69 EN Certified Weight Range kg 110 185 130 220 DGAC weigh...

Page 31: ...r Surface Lower Surface Butt Hole A Riser A2 Riser B Riser C Riser D Riser Bungee Launch assist system attachment TST handle with attachment point on velcro Adjustable brake handle pulley Trim tab Mag...

Page 32: ...5 KMU6 KML1 KML2 KML3 KR1 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 K13 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 C10 C11 C12 C13 C...

Page 33: ...Lower Surface Porcher 9018 E65 Internal Ribs Porcher 9017 E29 Dominico DOKDO 2044D FM Leading Edge Reinforcement 2 5 1 8mm Plastic pipe Main Line Set Riser Lines Edelrid 7343 Middle Lines Edelrid 7343...

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