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CREST - User Manual

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2- BEFORE USING

2.1- Reserve parachute

The reserve parachute housing was designed with a maximum volume of 
5.2 L suitable for containing the most lightweight, latest generation re-
serve chutes.

The  container  is  fitted  under  the  seat  and  you  must  use  its  specific  de

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ployment bag with the deployment handle that came with the harness. 
 
No other type of deployment bag and/or deployment handle can be used.

2.1.1 - Refolding the reserve parachute in the deployment bag

CREST comes with a deployment bag with a deployment handle attached. 

Fold  the  reserve  parachute  to  fit  the  dimensions  of  the  deployment  bag. 

Refold the reserve parachute cords on the side opposite the deployment 

handle. Close the deployment bag flaps.

ATTENTION:

Ask a flight instructor or a qualified person for help refolding the reserve 

parachute in the deployment bag.

Summary of Contents for Crest

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Page 3: ...you that all our products are the result of meticulous research in constant collaboration with pilots from all over the world That s why your opinion is so important to us Your experience and collabo...

Page 4: ...x 39 0461 950819 Web www woodyvalley eu E mail info woodyvalley com DATA CONTAINED ON THE HARNESS LABELS Manufacturer infor mation Harness name Approved load Production batch Size Approval code Barcod...

Page 5: ...t control per formance and enjoyment in flight We are well aware that reading a user manual may not be the most exciting thing to do However please remem ber that this product is not a simple citrus j...

Page 6: ...hute 2 2 Harness adjustments 2 2 1 Back adjustment 2 2 2 Shoulder pad adjustment 2 2 3 Chest strap adjustment 2 2 4 Seat height adjustment 3 FLYING WITH CREST 3 1 Preflight checks 3 2 Pockets 3 3 Came...

Page 7: ...n of conformity The manufacturer WOODY VALLEY Srl hereby declares that its products comply with standard UNI EN 1651 LTF 91 09 This equipment must contain Harness Snap hooks Dedicated emergency contai...

Page 8: ...s it possible to totally detach the rucksack from the harness depending on user preference Painstakingly designed in every detail CREST offers excellent in flight com fort and can be adapted to novice...

Page 9: ...range of values with a probability of 95 3 Maximum peak of impact should be less or equal to 50 g 4 If any the maximum duration in at 38 g should be less or equal to 7 ms 5 If any the maximum duratio...

Page 10: ...ap with a RECCO reflector a de vice that allows you to search for anyone in trouble in open areas Thanks to the RECCO system very large areas can be searched quickly and therefore search times can be...

Page 11: ...e that came with the harness No other type of deployment bag and or deployment handle can be used 2 1 1 Refolding the reserve parachute in the deployment bag CREST comes with a deployment bag with a d...

Page 12: ...laterally instead of vertically The snap hook s screw lock should be tightly screwed shut to avoid any possibility of it opening accidentally This type of connection can absorb a higher opening shock...

Page 13: ...cover behind the pilot s neck The two connections should be made using screw lock snap hooks with a breaking strength of at least 1 400 kg It is important to make sure that the bridle is long enough...

Page 14: ...ne or strimmer cord into each elas tic loop which you will use to help close the container Insert the elastic loops into the smallest of the eyelets under the handle Take the bridle cover zip slider a...

Page 15: ...hat it can be effectively deployed Checks should be carried out by hanging in a flight simulator Deployment of the reserve chute must be possible from the normal flying position The paragliding harnes...

Page 16: ...d pull one of the D risers or one brake to make the glider rotate with the leading edge upward and then pull both brakes or both D risers to help deflate your paraglider On landing assume an upright p...

Page 17: ...ation of the torso with respect to the vertical flight axis 2 2 2 Shoulder pad adjustment Adjustment of the shoulder pads compensates for the variation in pilot height The adjustment buckle is located...

Page 18: ...g the chest strap excessively may exacerbate the twist ef fect that may follow an asymmetric collapse of the glider At shoulder strap height there is a small hook that acts as a shoulder strap fastene...

Page 19: ...closed All the buckles are closed The paraglider is correctly attached to the harness on the main snap hooks which must be fully tightened by means of the closing mechanism The speed bar is attached...

Page 20: ...he sides of the harness where you can secure your items with a zip The rucksack has three pockets made of elastic Lycra two slanted side pockets and a large central one There is also a small pocket wi...

Page 21: ...ed launches The towing bridle should be inserted directly into the main snap hooks taking care to position the snap hooks with the opening mechanism at the rear For further details see your tow ing br...

Page 22: ...ND USING THE RUCKSACK To fold the harness open the rear pocket completely by turning it upside down over the airbag then fold the leg supports against the back of the harness leaving all the straps an...

Page 23: ...on the chest strap clo sure Very comfortable and snug the rucksack will accompany you as you walk to reach take off Available in two sizes S M tot 55 litres and L XL tot 70 litres with a smaller varia...

Page 24: ...ator and hook into the risers of the paraglider or have another person then help by holding the risers and then adjust the length of the speed system cables The speed bar should hang at a distance of...

Page 25: ...especially dirty wash it with water and mild soap Let the harness dry naturally in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight If your reserve parachute ever gets wet e g in a water landing remo...

Page 26: ...VALLEY of the discovery of the alleged manufacturing defect by sending the harness identification code and a detailed description of the problem encountered To restore the defective product you will...

Page 27: ...CREST User Manual 26 ENG 8 APPROVAL CERTIFICATES...

Page 28: ...ley com for all the latest news on CREST Latest update SEPTEMBER 2021 Snap hook height S 45 cm M 47 5 cm L 50 cm XL 52 cm Distance between snap hooks min max S 36 44 cm M 36 44 cm L 36 46 cm XL 36 46...

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