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X-DREAMER 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

PARAGLIDING HARNESS 

 

Please read this manual before flying with the X-Dreamer for the first time. 

 

Version 1.1 Stand 15.1.2019 

 

Summary of Contents for X-DREAMER

Page 1: ...X DREAMER PARAGLIDING HARNESS Please read this manual before flying with the X Dreamer for the first time Version 1 1 Stand 15 1 2019 ...

Page 2: ...reserve 12 Adjustments 12 Shoulder straps 12 Lateral straps 13 Seat adjustment straps 13 Side straps to control angle of seat 13 Leg straps 14 Chest strap 14 Speed bar 14 Flying with the X Dreamer 15 Pre flight checks 15 Check that 15 Take off with X Dreamer 16 Rescue Deployment 16 Storage Pockets 17 Landing with X Dreamer 17 Miscellaneous 17 Towing 17 Tandem flying 17 Flying over water 17 Behavio...

Page 3: ...uestions or difficulties by adjustment please contact your dealer or get in touch directly with us We wish you a lot of enjoyment with your X Dreamer Happy Flights and Safe Landings The MAC PARA Team Safety Notice By the purchase of MAC PARA equipment you are responsible for your identity as a paraglider pilot holding necessary pilot s licence and insurance You accept all risks inherent with parag...

Page 4: ... X Dreamer light construction with 2 buckle closing system EN LTF certified foam back protection carbon seat plate and two carabineers Lock Jaw serial 2 step speed bar lines and Brummel hooks shoulder strap Velcros e g for small varios Reserve V connection channel with zip outside zip up on the left side inside mesh pocket on the right side large dorsal storage pocket with pocket inside for drink ...

Page 5: ... none A well designed back pocket system enables easy assembly of the harness and packing in a rucksack The X Dreamer is available in four sizes S M L and XL that fit to pilot s height starting from 155 cm up to 200 cm Volume space for the rescue 10 0 dm3 Harness weight starts on 4 30 kg S size complete with X DREAMER foam protectors carabiners 2 step speed system The X Dreamer harness was load te...

Page 6: ...lowed to fly without a rescue system up to certain height over the ground e g First short flights in the teaching process in the school or personal training of ground handling For these purposes the rescue pocket can be optionaly fitted with third additional foam protector for added passive safety With this additional foam protector chamber the laboratory tests show further improved G resistance N...

Page 7: ...tween seat arch cm 56 5 59 5 62 66 5 Seat length cm 45 46 5 48 51 Seat width cm 35 36 5 36 5 38 Distance seat main strap carabiners cm 42 43 5 45 48 Distance between two carabiners cm 39 50 41 52 42 53 43 5 54 5 Carbon plate length cm 40 41 5 43 46 Carbon plate width cm 34 35 5 35 5 37 Impact damping system foam protector cm 17 17 17 17 Certification EN 1651 LTF Material description Description Na...

Page 8: ...apes must be connected properly Otherwise it may have influence for sitting postion and comfort or bad shape of the bottom part of the harness The protection should be not compressed in normal use and should not hamper the space of the rescue or move into an incorrect position Speed system X Dreamer is delivered with the speed system from the factory The speed system should be connected from the s...

Page 9: ...nector rapid link or dynema soft shackle are recommended The connector should be rated at least 15 times the maximum weight for example a 7mm Stainless Steel rapid link 3125 Kg provides a suitable connection The rapid link should be held in place with rubber bands tape or plastic heat shrink tube ...

Page 10: ...cue compartment First lay the harness rescue bridle in the rescue compartment then put the inner container on top It is essential that the inner container closure flaps with rescue lines face the bottom when in flight of the harness If a repacked reserve does not fit the shape of the inner container it must be refolded to the correct shape Close the rescue parachute compartment The flaps of the ou...

Page 11: ...ck In this compatibility check the pilot himself who will be flying with this harness must always sit in the harness hanging on a simulator and deploy the rescue from the harness container This check must also be done each time after the rescue has been repacked and re installed Please observe carefully how the professional installs the rescue system so that you can remember the procedure when you...

Page 12: ...into the sitting position after take off Adjustments should ideally be tested by hanging on a simulator prior to the first flight Additional fine tuning can be done during your first few flights Ensure that the rescue system and back protection have been installed before making adjustments Height of main attachment points above seat plate varies from 42 up to 48 cm depending on the size of the har...

Page 13: ...traps To get the optimum setting you can loosen these straps to the maximum in the sitting position and start pulling the straps until you get the comfort from the back support depending on the flying style of the pilot Side straps to control angle of seat The seat adjustment straps allow you to adjust the angle of the front seat You can control the angle of the seat in the seating position with t...

Page 14: ...ce between the carabiners increases feedback from the wing and allows for easier weight shifting Closing the strap gives you a more stable feeling in turbulence but increases the risk of stable spiral and also the risk of twisting We advise pilots of MAC PARA paragliders to fly with a distance between the carabiners of approximately 39 to 54 5 cm depending on the size of the X Dreamer The chest st...

Page 15: ...sistent system of pre flight checks and repeat the same mental sequence every flight Check that There is no visible damage to the harness or carabiners that could affect its airworthiness The rescue parachute container is closed correctly and the pins are in the right position The deployment handle is completely inserted into the pockets All buckles belts zips are securely fastened Buckles should ...

Page 16: ...cue when the glider is recoverable may increase the danger of injury If you have sufficient height and the glider is in a flat spin it is preferable to first try to stop the spin e g full stall due to the risk of entanglement On the other hand a second s hesitation in deploying the reserve could prove costly if there is insufficient height If the rescue is to be deployed the procedure is as follow...

Page 17: ...carabiners Read the instructions in the user manual for your tow release and the tow adapter If you are in any doubt you should always consult the winch driver or someone authorised by the manufacturer Tandem flying Because of its size the X Dreamer is not suitable for tandem flying either for pilot or passenger Flying over water In general a high caution is advised when flying over water By an un...

Page 18: ...xceptionally dirty wash it with water and a mild soap Make sure you first remove all the sub components seat board back plate back protection rescue parachute etc Allow the harness to dry naturally in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight If your rescue parachute ever gets wet e g in a water landing you must remove it from the harness dry it and repack it before putting it back in the c...

Page 19: ...e used Environmentally friendly disposal of the harness When this paragliding harness cannot be used any longer after an extended period of life time then you must ensure that it will be disposed in an environmentally friendly way Please observe the existing regulations and laws in your country Checks X Dreamer harness must be checked at least every 24 months Name Company Date Signature Stamp ...

Page 20: ...hat it has been produced for guidance only This owner s manual is subject to changes without prior notice Please check with www macpara com for the latest information regarding the X Dreamer and other MAC PARA products MAC PARA TECHNOLOGY Televizní 2615 Roznov pod Radhostem 756 61 CZECH REPUBLIC Community MAC PARA Newsletter Facebook Twitter YouTube Vimeo Pinterest Download www macpara com communi...

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