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This warranty does not cover 

 

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Any alterations on original fabric colors, lines and risers. 

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Any damage caused as a result of errors during operation of the Power glider, 
incidents or emergency situations. 

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Any damage caused by inadequate operation of the Power glider. 

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Damages caused by the use of inappropriate packaging for the transport. 

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Power gliders without original identification label and serial number. 

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Handling inadequately to the instructions given in the owner´s manual. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Flexus LOTUSOne

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Page 2: ... FL LE EX XU US S RISERS 13 F FL LE EX XU US S TRIMMER AND ACCELERATOR 14 F FL LE EX XU US S ADJUSTING YOUR SPEED SYSTEM 15 F FL LE EX XU US S BRAKE TOGGLES 16 F FL LE EX XU US S CHANGING THE TRIMMER TAB 17 F FL LE EX XU US S FLIGHT 18 FIRST FLIGHT 18 THE POWER ENGINE 18 TAKEOFF PRE FLIGHT CHECKLIST DO NOT FORGET 19 TAKEOFF WITH PARAMOTOR 19 Forward Takeoff 19 Reverse Takeoff 20 TAKEOFF WITH TRIKE...

Page 3: ...NING 31 MAINTAINS AND INSPECTION 31 PULLEYS 31 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A LONG LIFE 31 REPAIRS 33 TEARS 33 LINE BREAKAGE 33 SEALING 33 MAINTAIN OF THE POWER ENGINE 33 F FL LE EX XU US S NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT AND OUT OF USE 33 F FL LE EX XU US S WARRANTY 34 WARRANTY TERMS 34 WARRANTY PRE REQUISITES 34 THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 35 F FL LE EX XU US S GOLDEN RULES 36 FINAL WORDS 37 F FL LE EX XU US S F...

Page 4: ...ess our website often at http www solspowergliders com br to keep current on the latest models launchings results and news from the world of paragliding Welcome to the SOL Team Attention Please read this manual carefully and note the following details This power glider meets at the time of delivery the requirements of the LTF certification or of the EN The manufacturer and its representatives are ...

Page 5: ...aithfully the certified equipment on an industrial scale Few facilities in the world possess this certification in their manufacturing process S SO OL L was one of the firsts to obtain it In 1995 the company moved to its current facility occupying an area of 4 000 m and has at its disposal a team of about 140 employees of which are about 20 pilots S SO OL L provides a comprehensive benefits packag...

Page 6: ...ufacturing of prototypes in order to ensure greater accuracy in each new design Introduction S SO OL L is producing a complete line of modern gliders from teaching to competition and acro all pilots will find their gliders Since we are often in the air testing our gliders for fun or breaking world or national records it was only logic to develop our own power glider to assure the evolution in safe...

Page 7: ...chnology is diminishing the possibility of closings Increase of speed because of the reflex technology technology of performance safety and long life High Project Aspect Ratio higher A R in each class Full Hybrid Technology Hybrid utilization of different types of fabric combining durability with low deformation resistance and less weight Laser Cut Technology Panels profiles and parts cutting with...

Page 8: ...87 2 99 m Perfil min Min profile Min Profiltiefe Profil min 0 61 0 63 0 66 0 68 0 70 0 73 m Peso da vela Weight Gewicht Poids 4 9 5 3 5 7 6 1 6 5 7 1 kg Peso de decolagem Take off weight Startgewicht Poids total Volant 65 95 143 209 80 110 176 242 95 125 209 275 110 140 242 308 125 155 275 341 140 170 308 374 kg lbl Afundamento min Min sinkrate Min Sinkrate Taux de chute min 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ...

Page 9: ... materials and were selected for a long life purpose Materials and limits of use Avoid storing the power glider for long periods in areas with high humidity heat or extreme cold this causes premature aging of the materials and could influence the flight characteristics of your glider The LTF Norm quotes Temperatures from 30o C to 70 o C during the storage should not interfere with the security dur...

Page 10: ...10 F FL LE EX XU US S Over all vision 1 Brake lines 2 Upper lines 3 Stabilizer 4 Trailing edge 5 Etiquette 6 Leading Edge 7 Middle lines 8 Stabilizer lines 9 Main lines 10 Risers 4 3 1 8 10 9 7 2 5 6 ...

Page 11: ...11 F FL LE EX XU US S Line plan ...

Page 12: ...e risers The stabilizers lines are connected to the same Quick Links of riser B The brake lines come out of the trailing edge through the master line and are linked to the toggles passing through a pulley attached to the D riser The brake lines are of different color in order to facilitate takeoff preparation The Quick Links are triangular shaped and are made of inox On the brakes master lines the...

Page 13: ...13 F FL LE EX XU US S Risers ...

Page 14: ...1 B C D Length cm 45 45 45 45 45 Figure 2 Accelerator in action More speed less passive safety and heavy handling Risers A A1 B C D Length cm 37 38 39 42 45 Figure 3 Accelerator and trimmer in action Max speed lowest passive safety and heavy handling Risers A A1 B C D Length cm 37 38 39 46 53 Figure 4 Trimmer in action More speed less passive safety and heavy handling Risers A A1 B C D Length cm 4...

Page 15: ...with a strong coil a quick hook up or preferably closed by a nut In order to adjust the Speed System we suggest that you connect the harness and the risers together suspended from the ground Ask a friend to pull the risers A upwards At this time adjust the length right to the bar in such way to be easily reachable with your feet in flight and by stretching the legs make sure to allow for a clear p...

Page 16: ...nal adjustment which works with most of the power units on the market Number 9 readjusts the toggles by 10 cm Attention In case of readjustment of the pulley position from 5 to 9 don t forget to readjust the brake line on the toggle by 10 cm Confirm that both sides are symmetric Make the necessary readjustments and fill the glider on the ground to make sure that the brakes are working fine before ...

Page 17: ...17 F FL LE EX XU US S Changing the trimmer tab The trimmer tab may be damaged after hours and hours of use The riser of the F FL LE EX XU US S permits an easy change of the tab ...

Page 18: ...d care must be given to the brake lines which must also be completely free and without any possibility of entanglement on any obstacle during takeoff All lines should be checked and all the risers in appropriate order When the risers are aligned and not twisted the brake lines will be free from the pulleys on the rear risers to the canopy s rear edge It is extremely important that no entanglements...

Page 19: ... run allows for a quick and stable inflation Canopy overtakes are not common After the initial inflation momentum the pilot must keep the tension forward on risers A pushing them ahead and not pulling them downwards until the canopy is above your head At this point the brakes must be carefully activated ensuring room for the possibility of directional changes A move to underneath the center of the...

Page 20: ... steeply is the risk connected with engine failure at low altitude F Fl le ex xu us s in a steep climb does not stay behind as much as conventional paragliders The weight and force prevent or delay possible stall but low speed at low altitude carries inherent danger of stall which will not be able to fully prevent Besides you should always be able to land safely in case of engine malfunction so it...

Page 21: ...n the inside of the turn The F Fl le ex xu us s glides best when no brakes are applied Attention By pulling either brake too strongly or suddenly there is a danger of creating a negative spiral Accelerated Flight It is recommended to use the accelerator when flying against the wind or in descending current zones Due to a decreased angle of attack the canopy may collapse easier than when set at the...

Page 22: ... for a more controlled flight and help in eliminating the possibility of collapse Avoid flying excessively with the brakes on because you might brake to the point of stopping the canopy from flying Always consider your aerodynamic speed Your movements can be symmetric or asymmetric and both or one brake can be applied We suggest that you do ground practice runs and advancing simulations Tension lo...

Page 23: ...backwards The final approach must be done always in a straight line Sharp and alternating turns may produce a dangerous pendulum movement close to the ground Attention We strongly recommend never to land with a working engine Always switch off the power first Landing with Trike Make a flat approach with the engine idling then level out and lose the speed before final flare Immediately on landing s...

Page 24: ...Usually the canopy re opens by itself but the pilot can assist with a long and quick pumping Attention S SO OL L does not recommend combining of ears and spirals as this may exceed the allowable load Positive Spiral When the pilot activates just one brake slowly and progressively the F Fl le ex xu us s inclines sideways in a sharp angle and enters a steep and quick turn which may become a positive...

Page 25: ... sufficient experience B Stoll To induce a B Stall the pilot must pull the risers B simultaneously between 15 and 20 cm There will be a shift of air flow on the outer layer and the canopy will initiate a parachutal phase By releasing the risers B quickly the airflow recoils on the outer layer and the canopy returns to its normal flight position In case the canopy does not recover to normal flight ...

Page 26: ...d the airflow displacement stall on the open section of the canopy To facilitate the canopy re inflation during a collapse the steps above must be followed in conjunction with a long and slow brake pumping action 2 seconds with the toggle on the closed side The shifting of weight on the opposite side riser of the closing will also assist with the re inflation and increase safety requiring less bra...

Page 27: ...ateral asymmetric closings Switch of the engine or keep the motor idling Frontal Symmetric Closing Risers A and A1 are tightly pulled until a complete closing of the Leading edge is achieved then quickly release the risers until it is closed The pilot should not hold the risers after the closing Special attention must be given to ensure enough altitude is available The F Fl le ex xu us s on most i...

Page 28: ...lled out of a thermal and must not be attempted by pilots Attention Switch of the engine or keep the motor idling Negative Turns To induce a fast Negative Turn out of normal velocity LTF or starting from the minimum speed EN the pilot must pull tightly and quickly one toggle right to the end of it During the negative spiral the canopy rotates relatively fast around its center with its inner side f...

Page 29: ...ngth of the command which should be shorter than braking commands Attention Switch of the engine or keep the motor idling Wingover In order to perform a Wingover the pilot must generate a strong pendulum effect by alternating turns on both sides A complete closing of the canopy is possible Attention A turn with an incline beyond 60º is considered acrobatic ...

Page 30: ...ticles Folding By following each step properly you will be helping to preserve the life span of your equipment Open the canopy completely on the ground Place all the lines spread by the inner layer We recommend folding your power glider like an accordion This will keep the profile reinforcements from being crumpled and or folded By using this folding method the power glider will keep its takeoff a...

Page 31: ...on When buying the lubricant make sure that this product do not attack the material properties This may affect the fabric and lines resistance Recommendations for a long life The F Fl le ex xu us s fabric is made mainly out of Nylon which like any other synthetic material is sensitive to UV light radiation causing it to decompose losing its mechanical resistance and thus increasing its porosity Fo...

Page 32: ...tact the power glider must be soaked and washed with fresh water Salt water might decrease the lines resistance even if soaked with fresh water The lines must be changed after contact with salt water Never dry the power glider directly under the sun This must be done in a shaded area After drying send the power glider for inspection to the manufacturer or distributor A Line Plan can be found in th...

Page 33: ... 5 cm more of the adhesive than the tear Make the edges rounded to avoid to unglue after is glue Apply on both sides of the tear Line breakage Along with your kit you get a 1 1 thickness line to make a little repair When you repair we advise you to sew the unsowed point after you check the measure Do not knot because it may diminish up to 80 of the line resistance Sealing Along with your kit you g...

Page 34: ...ions can only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized shop and must be properly documented 5 The first inspection check is mandatory completing 1 year or 100 flights whichever comes first After the first inspection any wing has to be checked after 6 months or at each 50 flights whichever comes first In any of these inspections may occur that a shorter period of time for the next inspection ...

Page 35: ...lider Power gliders that may have been subjected of any alteration from the original design and without proper permission from S SO OL L P Po ow we er r g gl li id de er rs s Damages caused by inappropriate transport storage or settings of the power glider Damages caused by the use of not compatible components with the power glider Damages caused by the use of inappropriate packaging for the trans...

Page 36: ...the motor 8 Don t fly into danger over water trees power lines etc where an engine failure will leave you in trouble 9 Try not to fly into the turbulence of your own wake or that of others especially at low altitude 10 Avoid flying in turbulence which is caused by your own engine 11 It is unwise to fly hands off below about 100m 12 Never rely on the engine it may cut out at any moment Always fly a...

Page 37: ...e yourself If conditions are not favorable keep your equipment stored away Don t overestimate your skills and be honest with yourself Every year we see many accidents which in most cases could be prevented with a minor adjustment We are a part of the community in which we live friends family and even people we don t necessarily know worry about us Our obligation towards this community is to keep o...

Page 38: ...38 F Fl le ex xu us s Flight Log Size Serial number Date of purchase Purchased from Date Duration Site Flight Details ...

Page 39: ...nforcements Top Bottom Leading Edge Tabs Upper A Lines Upper B Lines Upper C Lines Midle A Lines Midle B Lines Midle C Lines A Main Lines B Main Lines C Main Lines Stabilizers Lines Brake Lines Internal Cell Walls Cross Ports Maillon Rapides Toggles Risers Test of porosity Observations ...

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