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USER MANUAL
GRAVITY Xrocket
EN REV.V01 - 2020

X rocket_

EN high B paraglider

MANUAL

EN REV.V01 – 2020

GRAVITY airsports & more GmbH

Hütte 45

6345 Kössen / Austria

tel. +43 (0)720 519 402

mail. [email protected]

web. www.gravityparagliders.eu

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GRAVITY airsports & more GmbH

Summary of Contents for X rocket

Page 1: ...h B paraglider MANUAL EN REV V01 2020 Copyright by GRAVITY airsports more GmbH H tte 45 6345 K ssen Austria tel 43 0 720 519 402 mail hello gravityparagliders eu web www gravityparagliders eu photos c...

Page 2: ...s 11 3 THE DEFAULT SETTINGS_ 12 4 SECURITY PRECAUTIONS_ 13 5 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION_ 14 5 1 Short description 14 5 2 Technical data Xrocket_ 15 5 3 Innovations on our Product_ 16 5 4 Colours and Design...

Page 3: ...ETY ADVICE and LIABILITY_ 30 14 LIABILITY EXEMPTION and WAIVER_ 31 15 MAINTENANCE MANUAL_ 32 15 1 Subject to inspection and inspection intervals 32 15 2 Who is authorized to check 32 15 3 Rescue inspe...

Page 4: ...g and manufacturing products applying high latest technological standards originality with long lasting quality AMBITIOUS DESTINATION Exceeding what is already great Innovation is a trusted strong dri...

Page 5: ...5 USER MANUAL GRAVITY Xrocket EN REV V01 2020...

Page 6: ...ant part of the aircraft Please study and revise it well and in detail due to the fact that there is a legal OBLIGATION to deal with the air sports device and its special features prior commissioning...

Page 7: ...nce of 11 6 the Xrocket enables truly epic cross country adventures with definite feelings of success and fulfilment Rise and follow your vision as far and as long as your curiosity leads and guides y...

Page 8: ...ike you to always conduct the flying sport with the needed caution and respect That includes profound preparations for the flight as well as getting acquainted with the given meteorological conditions...

Page 9: ...e B class as well as for C pilots who want to transfer the familiar C performance to the B class The Xrocket was built exclusively for one seated usage and is a light aircraft with a mass of less than...

Page 10: ...seats Anzahl Sitze 7DNHR HLJKW Startgewicht 7DNHR HLJKW 0RWRU Startgewicht Motor Projected Area Projizierte Fl che Number of risers Anzahl Traggurte FFHOHUDWRU RQO DOSLQH LJKW HVFKOHXQLJHU QXU HUJ XJ...

Page 11: ...range which changes alters the take off and landing speed considerably Currently GRAVITY Xrocket is certified for motorised usage the allowed weight ranges must not be exceeded 2 2 E climbing assista...

Page 12: ...in extreme flight situations and when landing sufficient braking distance available At the same time it enables a comfortable arm position for the trim flight Under no circumstances should the basic...

Page 13: ...with a crack or hole in the wing or line can be life threatening 11 Always make sure that the aircraft is in a proper flying condition and that the required inspections have been carried out regularl...

Page 14: ...UAL GRAVITY Xrocket EN REV V01 2020 5 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION_ 5 1 Short description A Top Sail B Risers C Stabilo D Riserbelt Illustration 06_ device description __ A TOPSAIL RISERS B __ __ A TOPSAIL _...

Page 15: ...15 USER MANUAL GRAVITY Xrocket EN REV V01 2020 5 2 Technical data Xrocket_ Illustration 05_ technical table...

Page 16: ...ated shorter situation for positive influences the brake characteristic high definition profile plastic rods are working in the upper side of profile and covering 45 to 80 on the cord high pressure cr...

Page 17: ...at way we can maintain supply capability within the agreed lead times and can guarantee the price stability We are aiming at keeping basic calculations stable for sales and as well as within the produ...

Page 18: ...ferent colours to ensure positive identification at take off and during a B stall decent Other adjustable removable or variable mechanisms are non existent Number of risers 3 1 The risers of the GRAVI...

Page 19: ...retched out and you are also responsible to watch out that the speed system is adjusted symmetrically and not too short so the glider is not pre accelerated in the flight The two stage speed system al...

Page 20: ...e The 5 point check should include the following a buckled up strapped helmet harness and carabiners closed b suspended the risers are not twisted when hung in the carabiner the accelerator is correct...

Page 21: ...some speed when flying into the upwind area If the surface exceeds you when leaving flying into downwind areas the paraglider must be braked accordingly When flying through downwind zones accelerated...

Page 22: ...bar Big ears in combination with weight shifting in order to get the spiral dive will achieve the highest sink rate This decent method is often taught in SIV training Be mindful that this exposes the...

Page 23: ...nitiating the spiral dive is very easy with the GRAVITY Xrocket The spiral dive leads to very good sink rates up to 15 20 m sec To safely use the spiral dive when necessary it should be practised in c...

Page 24: ...ive to deep stalls He ends a blind flight independently initiated by pulling the brake lines or the rear risers too strongly or by a B Stall stalling too slowly with the brakes or the rear risers rele...

Page 25: ...There is a risk of a riser twist The brake lines can get blocked during a twist PAY ATTENTION_ Using full stalls and negative curves spins as means to a quick descent is hazardous and dangerous as in...

Page 26: ...rength and correct length of lines after overloading tree landings water landings etc and have them replaced if necessary d when noticing changes in flight behavior all lines lengths must be checked e...

Page 27: ...hest strap and suspension height through certification The lower the harness s suspension point the more direct the glider s reactions become when shifting weight GRAVITY recommends the use of the ver...

Page 28: ...dvantages of the square reserve parachute with a sensational weight of only 0 98 1 2 kg The Xfusion not only impresses with its little pack weight but also with precise and quick responsiveness when i...

Page 29: ...agree to accept all known and unknown probable and unlikely risks of any kind of injury The dangers associated with practicing this sport can be reduced by internalising the warning and safety require...

Page 30: ...nce of death or occupational disability all of the provisions of law listed here come into force and also bind the heirs closest relatives and next of kin estate and asset managers legal successors an...

Page 31: ...e that you ensure that before you allow someone else to use your GRAVITY Xrocket that any other users who will take over the product from you permanently or for a limited period of time have read as w...

Page 32: ...inspection must be carried out according to the intervals specified above or at the latest after 150 flight hours Ground handling should be included in the number of flight hours PAY ATTENTION_ in the...

Page 33: ...ose or missing the glider must be sent to the manufacturer or an authorised dealership or competence centre 3 The specified values changes are to be noted in the inspection report 15 6 Tear resistance...

Page 34: ...osion free is the thread tube clear and intact Measurement under a load of 5 kg The determined values are to be compared to the specifications from the DHV certificate form as a declaration of conform...

Page 35: ...knots and sewing in good condition 4 are there chafe marks 15 12 Line length measurements Measuring the line lengths is part of the regular data check The lines must be measured with a load correspond...

Page 36: ...he same strength and quality as the original The verification and or measurement inspection protocol must be signed if an authorized dealer or service centre stamped including place and date 16 IMPORT...

Page 37: ...9 For paragliders harnesses and rescue equipment that are not checked controlled repaired exchanged packed new or repacked flown in and or other maintenance work carried out other than by GRAVITY aut...

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