MAC PARA Magus, User Manual

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We recommend adjusting the distance of the chest strap according to the table and, if
necessary, to adapt easily. Take care your leg and shoulder straps are not adjusted too
tightly. If you do, you may have difficulty sitting back into your harness after take-off.
If any problems or disturbances are encountered when flying with a reclined harness, the
pilot must immediately assume an upright seating position. Extreme flight manoeuvres
flown in a reclined position drastically increase the risk of twist. In addition, pilots often
underestimate the reduction in control travel caused by flying an extreme flight manoeuvre.
Fitting the speed-system:
The Magus speed system, including Brummel-hooks supplied, must be assembled as per
instructions. Make sure that speed system lines lead correctly through the all of the pulleys
of your harness. (check your harness manual for instructions). Attach the speed system
lines to the accelerator system on the risers with the Brummel hooks. Adjust the lengths of
the lines so that the main bar sits just beneath your seat. You should be able to hook your
heel in to the lower loop of the accelerator. There must be enough slack in the speed bar to
ensure the front risers are not pulled down in normal trim speed flight, but not so long that it
is impossible to use the full speed range of the glider.
The full range is reached when the limiting straps between A and B risers are tightened.
Rescue System
We recommend that you always fly your Magus with at least one reserve parachute
suitable for your maximum all up flying weight. It is a mandatory requirement to carry an
approved reserve for use in emergency situations where the paraglider fails and recovery
is not possible. The reserve is fitted according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Note: Carry out your first flights only during stable weather, and in a familiar area or on a
training slope. You should steer gently and carefully to begin with so that you can become
accustomed to the reactions of the glider without stress.
Brand-new gliders must be flown first in calm conditions. It is recommended to fly light
spirals in both directions so that the handshake connections between the lines become
tight up.
Follow a consistent routine every time you fly. This is very important for safety. Having
unpacked and laid out the paraglider in a slight horseshoe pattern the following checks
must be made: