SUPAIR Radical3, User Manual

Page 1: ...User s manual Harness SUP AIR VLD 34 rue Adrast e Parc Alta s 74650 Annecy Chavanod FRANCE 45 54 024 N 06 04 725 E English Revision index 09 05 2017...

Page 2: ...ur mission state ment research and develop to constantly enhance our product line We hope you will find this user s manual comprehensive explicit and hopefully en joyable as well We advise you to read...

Page 3: ...nnection 16 Installing the front reserve parachute 17 Adjustments 18 The various adjustments 18 Adjusting the harness 19 Wing harness connection 20 Gear packing and tips 21 Inflight behavior 22 Flight...

Page 4: ...ided by the same quality and longevity objectives The harness RADICAL3 harness was certified EN 1651 1999 The harness RADICAL3 RADICAL3 Reversible backpack airbag was certified EN 1651 1999 and LTF 91...

Page 5: ...ight cm E 45 45 Length between the hooking points cm F 35 43 35 43 Impact damping system Airbag Options Impact damping system Bumpair No RADICAL3 harness certification Yes EN 1651 1999 RADICAL3 harnes...

Page 6: ...ring a hang test first at one of our retailers loca tion to choose the correct size For a complete list of our retailers list click here www supair com Size choice Preliminary hang test Size Weight 1m...

Page 7: ..._RADICAL3 Page 7 4 2 Zicral 30 mm carabiners Nomenclature Harness 1 3 2 Options Reversible AirBag Backpack Light double stage accelerator speed bar r f ACCELSOUPLELIGHT 4 5 5 1 Removable storage pock...

Page 8: ...ap with buckles Leg strap buckles Chest strap adjustment Backrest tilt adjustment Paragliding main hooking points Reserve parachute hooking points 2 1 3 4 5 7 8 9 Back storage pocket Shoulder straps a...

Page 9: ...Harness User s manual SUP AIR _RADICAL3 Page 9 Accessories assembly 1 Carabiners...

Page 10: ...nt of the seat 2 Push the speed bar line through the grommet located on the lateral skirt of the harness 5 Finally attach a cimped hook to the cord before connec ting it to the glider s speed bar acce...

Page 11: ...ck Removing the dorsal pocket 2 Unfasten the Velcro located at the back of the harness 3 Unfasten the Velcro located under the seat 1 Unfasten the lateral Zippers located on each side of the pocket La...

Page 12: ...AirBag Backpack Option continued Accessories assembly A C B D D A B A A C D D 1 Fasten the Zippers on each side A 3 Fasten the lower Velcro C 2 Fasten the upper Velcro B 4 Fasten the front of the Air...

Page 13: ...eventing the risk of taking off in a unfastened harness This kit includes A neoprene sleeve A small strap 1 Open the chosen leg strap and slide the neoprene sleeve 2 Close the leg strap 3 Use the stra...

Page 14: ...nd installation inside the harness must conform to the specific guidelines found in this manual Installing the reserve parachute D Single reserve parachute handle Reserve parachute packed in its POD a...

Page 15: ...ssemble everything correctly Make sure for the risers not to be longer than one another Tighten each connection securely WARNING The reserve parachute connection points are colored black and located a...

Page 16: ...the reserve parachute Riser reserve parachute connection 1 Push the left riser from the right side of the harness over the shoul ders and keep it in place using the fastening loop 2 Keep the risers i...

Page 17: ...ic rings Installing the front mounted reserve parachute For the following procedure Connect the reserve parachute handle to the POD Pack your reserve parachute inside your reserve parachute container...

Page 18: ...L3 Page 18 1 3 4 2 2 3 Adjusting the harness prior each takeoff is vital Adjusting the harness Adjusting the chest strap Adjusting the backrest Adjusting the shoulder straps The various adjustments 2...

Page 19: ...ies between paragliding wing models Adjust your harness s chest strap according to the wing manufacturer s recommendations Tightening the chest strap provides more stability but less piloting efficien...

Page 20: ...s to be fully closed and locked in place Connecting the wing to the harness Connecting the wing to the harness Install the accelerator by following the previous instruc tions Connect it to the wing us...

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Page 22: ...becomes precise and fun play even close to the ground during low passes The feedback from the wing is translated through the leg suports which inversely to a wooden seat plate transmit the left and r...

Page 23: ...ine or other object comes in contact and interfere with the rescue parachute handle Make sure that the self locking carabiners are locked and connected to the paraglider Be certain for the accelerator...

Page 24: ...ck of your shoe push and use the second foot to stabilize it or grab the second bar upper stage Apply pressure symmetrically to the first stage first bar when reaching the maximum enabled distance the...

Page 25: ...s bring as much of the glider as possible toward you by pulling symmetrically on the C or D risers or on the toggles brakes Be prepared to land by adopting an upright position with knees together and...

Page 26: ...and buckles clean them with a mild detergent then blow dry them fully but DO NOT LUBRICATE Prior to using them conduct a thorough carabiners and buckles checkup to insure their full functionality If...

Page 27: ...raps Polyester 25mm and 28mm Dyneema SUP AIR manufactures its harnesses in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Repairs SUP AIR offers an extended warranty period reaching beyond the...

Page 28: ...esponsible for your paragliding decisions or activities This SUP AIR product has been designed exclusively for paragliding Any other activity such as skydiving or BASE jumping is absolutely forbidden...

Page 29: ...eduled maintenance Purchase date Owner s name Name and stamp of the shop Care Resale P u r c h a s e date Workshop s name Buyer s name Care Resale P u r c h a s e date Workshop s name Buyer s name Car...

Page 30: ...SUPAIR VLD Parc Alta s 34 rue Adrast e 74650 Chavanod Annecy FRANCE info supair com 33 0 4 50 45 75 29 45 54 024 N 06 04 725 E...