SOL paragliders Kangaroo 3, Pilot'S Manual

Page 1: ...ATIONS TO THE PARAGLIDER WILL RENDER ITS CERTIFICATION NULL AND VOID THE 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 S AIRWORTHINESS THE AUTHOR ASSUMES THAT THE PILOT IS IN POSSESSION OF A VALID PARAGLIDING LICENCE Pilots s Manual V Jan 2010 KANGAROO to live up 3 TA...

Page 2: ...p Bottom 51 Profiles 51 Internal Diagonal Reinforcements 51 Reinforcements 51 Lines 52 Straps 52 Quick Links 52 Pulleys 52 Pre Flight 56 Take Off Checklist 57 Take Off 57 Performance 58 Turns 58 Positive Spiral 59 Thermal Flight and Lift or Soaring 59 Active Flight 60 Accelerated Flight 61 Landing 61 Instalation of tow release 61 Rain and Humidity 62 Motorized Flight and Acrobatic 62 Lateral Asymm...

Page 3: ...dels launchings results and news from the Subscribe to our newsletter Register your new paraglider for SOL Warranty eligibility Welcome to the SOL Family Thank you for selecting a SOL paraglider You have just acquired a high quality product manufactured under one of the most demanding industry standards info solsports com br and worldwide 44 Frontal Symmetric Closing 64 Line Over 64 Parachutal sta...

Page 4: ...y specialized and skilled trained staff In 1995 the company moved to its current facility occupying an area of 3 400 m and has at its disposal a team of 140 employees 22 of which are pilots SOL provides a comprehensive benefits package such as Health Plan Life Insurance partnerships with pharmacies transportation vouchers incentive getaways to employees who outperform each month and education gran...

Page 5: ...of this respective certification Flying with this equipment shall be performed at the individual s own risk The manufacturer and its representatives are not liable and therefore not responsible for any misusage nor mishandling of this equipment Every pilot is responsible for the maintenance and assessment of equipment usability It is a basic assumption that the pilot is certified to fly this parag...

Page 6: ... Nyl Hard Finish Internal Diagonal Reinforcements Reinforcements Mylar laminated reinforcement Selected to improve long term durability Its function is to maintain the main shape and attitude of attack without sacrificing your paraglider s characteristics during takeoff and flight Bainbridge Mylar Diax 60 120 P 50 TECHNICAL DATA Tamanhos Zoom Factor Cell Number Projected Wingspan m Projected Surfa...

Page 7: ...ing through a pulley attached to the D riser Lines A and the brake lines are of different color in order to facilitate takeoff preparation The Quick Links are triangular shaped and are made of inox stainless steel On the brakes master lines there is a mark at the ideal setting point at which height the toggles are affixed This setting should not be altered as it ensures adequate and sufficient pat...

Page 8: ...cles Warning The application of the trimmer results in an increase of velocity The application of the trimmer decreases the angle of attack and turns the paraglider more vulnerable for collapses Never let go of the toggles Opening the paraglider pay attention when handling the paraglider when is open on the floor pull only by the profile reinforcemnts Illustration Risers 1 Connection tanden spread...

Page 9: ...ce between carabiners is correct Takeoff It s very easy to fly the Kangaroo 3 When ready to takeoff the pilot must take risers A A1 together with the toggles In order to differentiate between the lines line A and risers A inclusive are marked with a different color Before takeoff a last check is required to ensure all the equipment is laid out properly 56 A careful First Flight is necessary with e...

Page 10: ...In turbulent conditions the paraglider must be flown with the brakes softly applied An increase in angle of attack is achieved by this measure resulting in greater canopy stability Thermaling and Soaring A turn with an incline beyond 60º is considered aerobatic 58 The arms must be extended to the side as if they were extensions of risers A A decisive run allows for a quick and stable inflation Can...

Page 11: ...t of 50m be kept for safety reasons It is extremely important to know and respect flying regulations especially so when the airspace within close proximity of canyons is shared among several pilots where last minute anti collision maneuvers are not executable Warning The Kangaroo 3 requires active flying in turbulences This can avoid canopy closings and deformations Active flight For best performa...

Page 12: ...light without loosing too much altitude When a negative turn is intentionally prolonged the Kangaroo 3 accelerates forward asymmetrically A frontal asymmetric closing should not be under estimated To recover from an intentional negative spiral the pilot must release the pulled brake and pay close attention to a strong canopy surge ahead 62 BEHAVIOUR IN EXTREME MANOEUVRES Lateral Asymmetric Closing...

Page 13: ...activate the emergency parachute reserve Warning Line Overs are generally the result of poor preparation before takeoff collapses during aerobatics or lateral asymmetric closings Wingover In order to perform a Wingover the pilot must generate a strong pendulum effect by alternating turns on both sides A complete closing of the canopy is possible Warning A turn with an incline beyond 60º is conside...

Page 14: ...ted in light conditions and at sufficient altitude so that they can be performed as necessary under extreme flying conditions Full Stalls and negative spirals must be avoided regardless of the paraglider being flown Incorrect recoveries and exits can result in disastrous consequences 66 The pilot should never exercise this maneuver in turbulences or with wide lateral angles In windy conditions the...

Page 15: ...any years to come By following each step properly you will be helping to preserve the life span of your equipment Storage The paraglider must be stored dry in a dry place protected from UV light and away from chemical products Cleaning Cleaning must be performed only when it is absolutely necessary We recommend the use of water only with a smooth sponge or cloth Do not use any chemical product sin...

Page 16: ...eight on the trailing edge slows the canopy down possibly creating a stall Furthermore sharp corners may cut the fabric In case of line entanglement the brake lines may peel off or a main line may get cut by a brake line due to friction 71 Pulleys It is important you keep pulleys lubricated because in case they do not work may consume the speedy handle or axle apply paraffin or lubricant spray rea...

Page 17: ...efined f ex 6 months or 50 flights It is of utmost importance to follow these guidelines Without performing the mandatory inspections the paraglider loses its certification and the respective SOL warranty becomes null and void 72 On landing avoid letting the Leading Edge fall forward and downward towards the ground because this may damage the materials that form the front of the paraglider and or ...

Page 18: ...ginal identification label and serial number 10 Handling inadequately to the instructions given in the owner s manual This Warranty Does Not Cover a The Paraglider in question and copies of all previous inspections and flight registry b Original copy of the Warranty Registration Form SOL Paragliders 7º In order to make a plea for repair or equipment exchange or equipment repair which shall be deci...

Page 19: ...ss and takes years so don t pressure yourself If conditions are not favorable keep your equipment Don t overestimate your skills and be honest with yourself Every year we see many accidents which in most cases could be prevented with a minor adjustment We are part of the community in which we live friends family and even people we don t necessarily know worry about us Our obligation towards this c...

Page 20: ...e da Certificação ALE Sol Sports Industria e Comércio Ltda Support of the Certification AUS Suporte da Certificação AUS Sol Sports Industria e Comércio Ltda Limits of Operation Limites de Operação Classification Classificação LTF Biplace 2 EN C Restriction of Harness Restrição de Selete None Nenhuma All up weight in the Flight Peso total no voo Number of Seats Número de Assentos 2 Support Tow Supo...

Page 21: ...Stabilo Line Linha estabilizador Suspente du stabilisateur Stabiloleine 10 Main Lines Linhas principais Suspentes basses Stammleinen 11 Risers Tirantes Elevateurs Tragegurte 12 Brake Handle Batoque de freio Poignée de frein Bremsgriffe 80 LINE PLAN PLANO DE LINHAS AR1 AR2 AR3 BR3 BR2 BR1 CR1 SR C CR2 CR3 DR3 DR2 DR1 SM SM SM A1 B1 C1 A2 B2 C2 A3 A4 A6 A8 A10 A12 A14 C14 C12 C10 C8 C6 C4 B13 B11 B9...

Page 22: ...Line Middle Linhas C Centro Dacron re enforcements Bocas D Line Middle Linhas D Centro Top surface panels Painéis extradorso A Line Main Linhas A Principais Bottom surface panels Painéis intradorso B Line Main Linhas B Principais Trailing edge Bordo de ataque C Line Main Linhas C Principais Brake control line att Alças de freio D Line Main Linhas D Principais A Line Upper Linhas A Galeria Brake co...