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Flying with the CONNECT REVERSE 3 

Section 04 

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Flying  with  the  CONNECT 
REVERSE 3 

Converting the harness 

The  CONNECT  REVERSE  3  can  be  converted 
from a backpack into a harness and back again 
in just a few steps. 

Conversion from backpack into harness 

Fig.  24  to  Fig.  27  show  how  to  convert  the 
backpack. 

 

Fig. 24: Open the backpack 

 

Fig. 25: Turn the sides inside out 

 

 

PLEASE NOTE 

When  packing,  make  sure  that  none  of  the 
buckles  are  caught  between  the  seat  and 
the back, as this can cause dents in the seat 
over time. 

 

 

Fig. 26: Do up the main zip 

 

Fig. 27: Harness ready to fly (Airbag prepared) 

Conversion from harness into backpack 

To  change  the  harness  back  into  a  backpack, 
follow the steps above in reverse order. 

 

 

WARNING 

The surface  of  the  airbag  must  not  be  bent 
and  must  go  smoothly  around  the  reserve. 
The reserve must be up as far as possible so 
that  the  airbag’s  surface  sits  neatly. 
Complete  inflation  can  be  affected  if  the 
surface of the airbag has any bends. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for CONNECT REVERSE 3

Page 1: ...PArAglider CONNECT REVERSE 3 Instruction Manual EN Version 1 1 Date 08 08 2018...

Page 2: ...e Web The date and version number of this Manual are given on the front page Express written consent from SWING Flugsportger te GmbH is required for any duplication of this Manual in whole or in part...

Page 3: ...s our own high expectations and those of our customers and which sets standards in the industry If you have any questions which are not answered in this Manual please do not hesitate to contact your S...

Page 4: ...RPOSE 10 03 HARNESS FEATURES 11 TECHNICAL DATA 11 WEIGHT INCLUDING SEAT PLATE CARABINERS RESERVE HANDLE RESERVE BRIDLES BACKPACK HIP BELT 11 DIAGRAM 12 CONCEPT 12 FEATURES 12 Safety features 12 Comfor...

Page 5: ...AUMA 25 05 MAINTENANCE 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 26 Care 26 Storage 26 Maintenance 26 REPAIRS AND INSPECTION 27 Repairs 27 INSPECTION 27 General 27 Inspection periods 27 Validity of inspection 27 Inspec...

Page 6: ...HARNESS DETAILS 31 PILOT DETAILS PROOF OF OWNERSHIP 31 NOTIZEN 31...

Page 7: ...nd forms part of the certification SWING Flugsportger te GmbH Special text DANGER Sections of text headed Danger indicate a situation where there is imminent danger which in all probability will lead...

Page 8: ...otection of the environment safety and quality are the three core values of SWING lugsportgerate GmbH and they have implications for everything we do We also believe that our customers share our envir...

Page 9: ...ent experimentation is strictly prohibited This Manual does not replace the need to attend training at a paragliding school The CONNECT REVERSE 3 complies with the airworthiness requirements for hang...

Page 10: ...araglider harness may not be used with certified paragliding equipment if any of the following situations exists the inspection period has expired or the inspection has been carried out by unauthorise...

Page 11: ...35 32 39 x 37 34 40 x 38 35 Weight approx kg 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 6 Protection LTF NfL II 91 09 certified multi chamber airbag Installation of reserve Integrated container under the seat side deployment han...

Page 12: ...h a high level of functionality but which is lightweight The harness uses mainly light yet robust ripstop fabrics The harness was designed for paraglider pilots who are keen on hiking who go for long...

Page 13: ...rying comfort and ideal weight distribution The flexible Vari Flex hip belt is available as an optional extra for the Alpine Back System and is included in delivery with the CONNECT REVERSE 3 Mesh bac...

Page 14: ...f up to 3 litres Rain cover Transport cover SWING recommends using the Deuter transport cover to protect the harness from damage and moisture This can be used both as a rain cover and also as a transp...

Page 15: ...the bridle is long enough for the reserve to be positioned in the harness s reserve container There must be enough line length to ensure that on activating the reserve chute the reserve stays in the...

Page 16: ...o it better if there is an emergency deployment Please be sure to follow the packing and fitting instructions for the reserve as well The reserve is placed into the container in the harness with its h...

Page 17: ...e transparent cover The cord or plastic tube must now be removed Pull it out slowly so that the elastic loops are not damaged by excessive friction Finally the handle will be inserted under the plasti...

Page 18: ...out any problem and according to the guidelines in the manufacturer s instructions The inspection must be recorded in the reserve s packing certificate compatibility test We recommend that the compati...

Page 19: ...djust angle of back Fig 6 Buckle blocked with mark showing standard position Angle of seat The second adjustment is to the angle of the seat allowing a choice of how deep to sit in the harness Fig 14...

Page 20: ...responds to weight shifting Fig 17 Shortening the chest strap Adjusting the leg loops The leg loops are attached to the chest strap using the T lock system and prevent you falling out of the harness w...

Page 21: ...ed system must be adjusted The pulleys required are already on the harness The speed bar line is attached to the harness as shown in Fig 20 First feed it through the ring attached at the front underne...

Page 22: ...irst undo the main buckle Next insert it into the Deuter carrying system from the side Fig 22 in the lower opening provided for it When attaching the Vari Flex hip belt it can be adjusted using the Ve...

Page 23: ...packing make sure that none of the buckles are caught between the seat and the back as this can cause dents in the seat over time Fig 26 Do up the main zip Fig 27 Harness ready to fly Airbag prepared...

Page 24: ...st be properly clicked into place Check that you have done this by pulling firmly on each of them Finally close the connecting strap between the shoulder straps The harness is now on properly WARNING...

Page 25: ...e and the harness The SWING range includes the Pro Tow tow aid which can be used for this purpose Tandem flights The CONNECT REVERSE 3 is not intended for use as a pilots harness in tandem flights If...

Page 26: ...used both as rain protection and as protection during travel and is available from SWING our dealers and in specialist sports shops Airbag Check the condition of the airbag regularly in particular wh...

Page 27: ...be followed so that the same high level of flight safety operational safety and reliability is ensured for your harness in the future as well This can be downloaded from the SWING website under Produc...

Page 28: ...d inspection agent What to do if damage is discovered Repairs If damage is discovered when the harness is being inspected which affects its airworthiness then the harness must be returned to the manuf...

Page 29: ...vailable basis SWING reserves the right to alter the websites at any time or to block access to them SWING accessories SWING paragliding accessories clothing and accessories can be ordered from your S...

Page 30: ...bacher Str 2 Postfach 88 83701 Gmund am Tegernsee Germany Tel 49 0 8022 9675 0 Fax 49 0 8022 9675 99 Email dhv dhv de www dhv de EAPR European Academy of Parachute Rigging Marktstr 11 87730 Bad Gr nen...

Page 31: ...anufacturing Date Serial number Connect Reverse 3 __ __ 20__ __ 93 __ __ __ __ Pilot details Proof of ownership 1st owner Name Address Telephone Email 2nd owner Name Address Telephone Email 3rd owner...

Page 32: ...SWING Flugsportger te GmbH An der Leiten 4 82290 Landsberied Germany Notizen...

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