U-Turn infinity, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...hnical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U TURN However we like to mention that we dont take any liability for possible mistakes neither in legal responsibility nor in liability cases that derive from mistakable details We preserve the right to change this manual in any way to achieve technical improvements Text and graphics Ernst Strobl As of August 2003 Revision 0 ...

Page 3: ...t technical improvements and innovations about U Turn products we ask you to fill in the que stionaire and send it back to U TURN GmbH iG Paragliders and Kites Esslinger Straße 23 D 78054 Villingen Schwennigen Tel 49 07720 807111 Fax 49 07720 807112 Internet www u turn de E mail info u turn de U Turn Enjoy the best Please read this operating manual carefully understand the information given and fo...

Page 4: ...Please fill out and send it to U Turn Surname Forename Address Phone E Mail U Turn INFINITY serial nr Date of purchase Dealer My INFINITY was test flown by My former flying experience in hours Paragliding pilot since ...

Page 5: ...echnical Specifications 56 Line System 58 Risers 59 Suitable Harness 60 Suitable Rescue System 60 Speed System 60 Operation 61 Field of Operation 62 Aerobatics 62 Motorised Paragliding 62 Pre Flight Check 63 Takeoff 64 Turning 64 Thermals and Turbulences 65 Landing 66 Winching 66 ...

Page 6: ...gover 68 Front Stall 69 Stall 69 Full Stall 69 Emergency Piloting 70 Negative Turn Spin 70 Collaps 70 Rapid Descent 73 Spiral Dive 74 B Stall 75 Big Ears 75 Maintenance And Repairs 76 Safety Advices and Liability 77 Appendix 123 ...

Page 7: ...e said in his very british understate ment his taste is just basic Only the best is always good enough The U Turn team agrees with this attitude We always want to de liver the best possible glider Not more but certainly not less Customer s wishes are key for the U Turn stuff so we appreciate any comments Please feel free to contact your competence cen ter or U Turn directly when you re in need for...

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Page 9: ...53 General Description Material Specifications 55 Technical Specifications 56 Line System 58 Risers 59 Suitable Harness 60 Suitable Rescue System 60 Speed System 60 ...

Page 10: ...ly also experienced crosscountry and competition pilots will have a lot of fun with this highperfor mance intermediate We suggest to fly the INFINITY in the upper third of the maximum takeoff weight to make full use of its performance and safety po tential WARNING even a high experience level does not relieve you from the neccessity to get used to your paraglider before the first flight Read this ...

Page 11: ...rial Top Porcher Marine NCV 9017 E77A Water repellent PA 6 6 High Tenacity Bottom France 9017 E38A Gewicht 40 g m_ Profile 9017 E29A Firm V Tape 9017 E38A Reinforcement Porcher Marine P260 Polyester Mylar in air intake Dimension Polyant W420 Gewicht 182 g m_ Lines Teijin Limited Japan 1 1 1 3 1 5 1 9 2 3mm Technora Riser Techni Sangles France 22mm 1100kg BS 25g m High Tanacity Poliester Yarn ...

Page 12: ...h V Max 52 Km h 52 Km h 53 Km h 53 Km h Feature V Tapes V Tapes V Tapes V Tapes stabilization strap stabilization strap stabilization strap stabilization strap separate A Riser separate A Riser separate A Riser separate A Riser Numbers of riser 5 5 5 5 Numbers of lines storey 2 2 2 2 Accelerator Trimmer Accelerator Accelerator Accelerator Accelerator Sewing Top Bottom inside inside inside inside G...

Page 13: ...ordnung see appendix Possible technical changes are published in the according appendixes to this manual Every change to the con struction exceeding the approved adjustments is a potential danger to your life and results in deletion of the official approval The operation of this paraglider is at your own risk There will be no liability from the manufacturer or the dealer ...

Page 14: ...links have collectorclips built in to prevent slip ping of the lines Themainbrakelineisloopedthroughareelatthe D riser with a colourmarking where a brakegriphas to be tied on The manufacturer setting is 0 travel plus 5cm Shortening more than 5cm is not allowed and results in a brake condition in flight which is extremely dangerous for takeoff flight and lan ding The basic setting provides sufficie...

Page 15: ...ation at takeoff and during a B stall descent The lenght of all risers has been choosen in a way to get easy acsess to all lines and lineshackles inflight for special manoeuvers Made of rigid and stretch resistant Poyster belts the INFINITY ri sers guarantee a long term stable trim ...

Page 16: ...any possible way Suitable Rescue System It is required by the law and absolutely neccessary for safe operation of your paraglider that you always carry a rescue system with you When choosing a rescuesystem watch out that it is approved and suitable for the intended takeoff weight Speed System The INFINITY is equipped with a very effective leg actuated speedsystem that increases the speed btw 8 and...

Page 17: ...61 Operation Field of Operation 62 Aerobatics 62 Motorised Paragliding 62 Pre Flight Check 63 Takeoff 64 Turning 64 Flying thermals and turbulences 65 Landing 66 Winching 66 ...

Page 18: ...zed opera tions An unauthorized or unapproved use of the INFINITY or operation out of its operational limits is improper and dangerous Aerobatics Aerobatics are illegal and dangerous There is a danger of un predictable flight conditions that could result in overstressing material and pilot Motorised Paragliding The INFINITY is well suitable for motorized operation due to ist outstanding takeoff pe...

Page 19: ...uired license All lines risers and the canopy have to be carefully checked for damage before every takeoff Even in case of minor damages ta keoff is not an option After the glider is unpacked and layed on the ground in a half circle shape check following items Lay down the canopy to draw on the middle line before the outer lines when pulling up the glider with the A risers to get an easy and stabl...

Page 20: ...essive takoff or to run into the glider with momentum An even smooth pull is the easiest and safest way to get the INFINITY airborne Directional inputs with the brakes should not be done before the canopy is fully errected over the pilot because the canopy could fall backwards when the braking action is too strong Now is the right time to make the final decision for takeoff A cou ple of quick step...

Page 21: ...its outstanding combination of secu rity an efficiency The INFINITY should be flown with light braking on both sides when there is turbulent air An increase in angle of attack provides better stability When entering heavy thermics or strong turbulences watch out that the canopy does not get behind the pilot To avoid that release the brakes a bit to get an increase in speed when entering the updraf...

Page 22: ...table for winching operations Take the following points into account if not operating at your usual winch get aquainted with the local procedures and get a good briefing by a local pilot bodyposition and pulling up the canopy does not differ from a normal takeoff The canopy has to be completely over the pilot at takeoff No early steering inputs to avoid falling back of the canopy or being pulled o...

Page 23: ...67 Advanced Handling Wingover 68 Front Stall 69 Stall 69 Full Stall 69 Emergency Piloting 70 Negative Turn Spin 70 Collaps 70 ...

Page 24: ...e again we mention that a rescuesystem is required by the law The following extreme manoeuvers can be either caused inten tionally by pilots mistakes or by bad weather conditions Every pilot can get in such a situation All mentioned extreme manoeu vers are dangerous if they are performend without the appro priate knowledge or enough altitude or the neccessary introduc tion A wrong execution of the...

Page 25: ...e stall Should the stall be caused by an extreme flight conditi on or configuration i e takeoff weight to low a symmetric forward push on the A risers recovers the stall Warning Practicing stalls should be done with enough safe alti tude Never apply asymetric brakes during a stall it could cause a spin Fullstall To enter a fullstall pull both brakes full travel ensure no twisted or wrapped lines T...

Page 26: ... where normal steering with the brakelines is not possible the INFINITY can be steered with the back risers easily Negative Turn Spin To enter a spin the pilot has to fully and quickly pull one of the brakelines when he is near the stallpoint The glider rotates fast around its center while the inner wingtip flies backwards For re covery just release the applied brake to let the glider accelerate W...

Page 27: ...o handle for them So why dont you get a glider with a lower rating but in the end fly better and higher in the updrafts and have a lot more fun and by the way be safer too To optimize the feeling for your glider on the ground try the following Practise on the ground with the right wind at a suitable location Slowly pull up the canopy and try to hold it up as long as possible without looking toward...

Page 28: ...aking the opposite side at enough altitude and pumping the affected side a couple of times Watch out for a possible stall If that does not clear the situation try to pull down the outer line as much as possible If you are too low for that stabilize the canopy on the opposite side to avoid turning away and leave the lines like they are Instead of any risky manoeuver rather concentrate on the landin...

Page 29: ...Rapid Descent Spiral Dive 74 B Stall 75 Big Ears 75 Maintance and Care 76 Safety advices and liability 77 73 ...

Page 30: ...piral dive The spiral dive gets you a descent rate up to 20 m s To be settled for the real thing practise it in optimum conditions The diving spiral gets the pilot down faster than other techniques and is therefore best suited for an emergency descent Don t forget the G forces when diving down and take that into consideration before initiating a rapid descent Caution If initiation is to fast there...

Page 31: ...u have to release the B risers simultaneously and expeditious The INFINITY has no tendency to stall when exiting a B stall During a B stall you drift away with the wind further than during a spiral dive Big Ears Pull down on the outer A risers one after the other grab the line shackles about 15 20cm to collaps the wingtips Hold the brakegrips together with the A risers The glider stays fully steer...

Page 32: ...or many years if you take good care The aging of your INFINITY depends on the total flying time the conditions you fly in the amount of UV radiation it is exposed to and the in tensity and quality of care A couple of tips for maintenance and care Long exposure to UV radiation and normal use stress the mate rial Don t expose your glider to the sun when there is no need to Consider the choice of ter...

Page 33: ... dark location away from any chemicals After two years or 300 flighthours whichever occurs first your INFINITY has to be inspected by the manufacturer in case of extreme use we are glad to do that earlier Only you know about the conditon of your glider Should there be a need for any repairs they are to be done by the manufacturer Safety Advices and Liability This glider complies with DHV AFNOR SHV...

Page 34: ... actual experience use only suitable approved and certified accessories hel met harness safety systems appropriate weather condition suitable terrain all required checks done and airworthiness of the glider personal shape of the pilot know your manual and stay within the published limits U Turn Emjoy the best 78 ...

Page 35: ...ITY S 126 DHV Musterprüfbescheinigung INFINITY M 128 ÖAeC Musteranerkennungsschein INFINITY M 129 DHV Luftsportgerätekennblatt INFINITY M 130 DHV Musterprüfbescheinigung INFINITY L 132 ÖAeC Musteranerkennungsschein INFINITY L 133 DHV Luftsportgerätekennblatt INFINITY L 134 Leinennummern Line Numbers INFINITY 136 Service Einträge Service Remarks 137 123 ...

Page 36: ...124 DHV Musterzulassungsschein INFINITY S ...

Page 37: ...125 ÖAeC Musteranerkennungsschein INFINITY S ...

Page 38: ...sung II Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gerätegewicht ohne Packsack kg 5 8 kg 2 Zulässiges Startgewicht minimal kg 60 kg maximal kg 90 Kg 3 Anzahl der Sitze 1 4 Klasse 1 2 5 Gurtzeugbeschränkungs nein 6 Fußbeschleuniger ja 7 Trimmer von Hand zu bedienen nein 8 Zugelassen für Windenschlepp ja 9 Tragegurtlängen Tragegurt A Tragegurt B Tragegurt C Tragegurt D normal 530 mm normal 530 mm normal 530 mm ...

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Page 40: ...DHV Musterzulassungsschein INFINITY M 128 ...

Page 41: ...129 ÖAeC Musteranerkennungsschein INFINITY M ...

Page 42: ...sung II Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gerätegewicht ohne Packsack kg 6 3 kg 2 Zulässiges Startgewicht minimal kg 80 kg maximal kg 115 Kg 3 Anzahl der Sitze 1 4 Klasse 1 2 5 Gurtzeugbeschränkungs nein 6 Fußbeschleuniger ja 7 Trimmer von Hand zu bedienen nein 8 Zugelassen für Windenschlepp ja 9 Tragegurtlängen Tragegurt A Tragegurt B Tragegurt C Tragegurt D normal 530 mm normal 530 mm normal 530 mm...

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Page 44: ...DHV Musterzulassungsschein INFINITY L 132 ...

Page 45: ...133 ÖAeC Musteranerkennungsschein INFINITY L ...

Page 46: ...sung II Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gerätegewicht ohne Packsack kg 6 4 kg 2 Zulässiges Startgewicht minimal kg 95 kg maximal kg 130 Kg 3 Anzahl der Sitze 1 4 Klasse 1 2 5 Gurtzeugbeschränkungs nein 6 Fußbeschleuniger ja 7 Trimmer von Hand zu bedienen nein 8 Zugelassen für Windenschlepp ja 9 Tragegurtlängen Tragegurt A Tragegurt B Tragegurt C Tragegurt D normal 530 mm normal 530 mm normal 530 mm...

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