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“FLASH 100”

OWNER'S MANUAL

Released on Spring 2006

FLY

Products

s.r.l.

Via Perù n. 30

63013 GROTTAMMARE (AP) - ITALY

tel./fax +39.735.632486

www.flyproducts.com

[email protected]

Summary of Contents for FLASH 100

Page 1: ...FLASH 100 OWNER S MANUAL Released on Spring 2006 Copyright by FLY FLY FLY FLY Products s r l Via Per n 30 63013 GROTTAMMARE AP ITALY tel fax 39 735 632486 www flyproducts com fly flyproducts com...

Page 2: ...efore starting the engine 12 3 3 Starting and stopping the engine 12 3 3 1 Stopping the engine 12 3 3 2 Starting the engine 13 3 4 Fuel system 14 3 4 1 Carburetor adjusting 15 3 5 Engine break in 15 3...

Page 3: ...n 25 7 2 Maintenance overview 27 7 3 Cleaning 27 7 4 Prop care 27 7 5 Spark plug 27 7 6 Repairs 27 7 8 Long term storage 28 7 9 Paraglider 28 7 10 Paraglider inspections 29 8 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 8 1...

Page 4: ...unless you make a conscious and continual commitment to your own safety Due to the inherent risks in flying this or any PPG no warranty of any kind can be made against accidents bodily injury equipmen...

Page 5: ...ient fuel consumption 1 4 FLASH 100 features Easy assembly and disassembly Manual Starter Mechanic reduction drive WATER cooling Tuned Pipe Extremely quiet In flight manual restarting possibility Very...

Page 6: ...ig 5 Tube supports mounting Tube supports fig 3 are in pairs in two different lengths Prepare the A tube supports into the start pulley support before connect them into their seats Mount the external...

Page 7: ...ert the two lower pins of the frame into their seating Mount the other lower outer frame repeating the same operation Step 5 Attach the velcro straps Once the frame is properly connected it is best to...

Page 8: ...s harness attachment Step 1 First engage the harness to the central unit by hooking the two triangular carabiners to the eyelets bolts as shown in fig 12 CAUTION Close the carabiners immediately in or...

Page 9: ...detail Do this for the left and right sides Leave these straps at their loosest setting for now we ll adjust them later Fig 17 Upper harness attachment Fig 18 Seat set up The harness has 2 attach posi...

Page 10: ...e pilot to enter easily into the harness 2 3 Prop mounting NOTE Here is some terminology we ll use in this section The front is the direction the pilot faces while flying the rear is the opposite dire...

Page 11: ...very system Check for correct mounting of prop and correct torque of prop bolts 3 0 PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST FLIGHT 3 1 Fuel and Oil FLY PRODUCTS recommends the use super gasoline and synthetic oil at...

Page 12: ...ow to stop the engine once it s started let s cover Stopping the Engine first To stop the engine simply depress the STOP button A fig 21 and hold it until the engine comes to a complete stop CAUTION I...

Page 13: ...ethod of holding the throttle handle is important in this position Hold the throttle handle such that you can easily reach the stop button but not so that you can inadvertently squeeze the throttle do...

Page 14: ...ctory setting for L With the H meaning High rpm screw follow the same procedure and turn it clockwise until full closed Now paying close attention open the H screw between 1 and 1 1 4 turn to arrive a...

Page 15: ...arm up the fix of all the screws E You avoid the run of motor without propeller 3 5 1 Coolant Frequently Check the coolant the cooler liquid amount have to be About 600 ML in the radiator About 100 ML...

Page 16: ...slide into the seat after takeoff allowing the width of your hand between the strap and your leg is generally a good setting The ground handling straps are adjusted correctly if The weight of the para...

Page 17: ...ht and before every flight it is absolutely essential to perform a pre flight inspection on your aircraft WARNING Failure to perform a sufficient preflight has been a contributing factor to accidents...

Page 18: ...r stress Prop Guard for alignment stress wear All fasteners tight Carabiners condition Radio secured Sufficient fuel Strap In Hook Up Buckles secure Chest strap tight Harness adjusted properly Reserve...

Page 19: ...CK LINKS AND PULLEYS OK 4 HARNESS POCKETS ZIPPED CLOSED 5 PARAMOTOR HARNESS CONNECTS SECURE 6 EARPLUGS IN 7 HELMET ON AND SECURE 8 RISERS BRAKES LINES FREE AND CORRECT 9 3 HARNESS BUCKLES GOOD 10 LEG...

Page 20: ...than in winter This is similar to flights in high altitudes 4 4 Dangerous situation Extreme flying with a PPG and full gas are extremely dangerous and therefore cannot be tested They must be avoided...

Page 21: ...ights the Powerplay sting 140 wing self recovered it turned less than 90 and stabilised itself Recovery Counter brake slightly on the side of the paraglide that is still inflated to stop it turning aw...

Page 22: ...g and parachute care performing a PLF Parachute Landing Fall and when to make the decision to deploy your reserve WARNING A reserve parachute is a life saving backup system to be used in life threaten...

Page 23: ...rain the tank and wipe the inside dry by inserting a paper towel and thoroughly drying tank NOTE Make sure you check and comply with FAA regulations as well as regulations of the specific airline that...

Page 24: ...100 hours of operation Replace centrifugal clutch engine block oil seals reduction oil seals piston rings fibreglass insert in the silencer O rings exhaust spark plug Check right operation of the sile...

Page 25: ...once a year it depends on the manufacturer Most of them declare must be checked once a year by a qualified person We too align with this behaviour and recommend you to check it once a year The same wi...

Page 26: ...FLASH 100 OWNER S MANUAL REL 2 0 ___________________________________________________________________________ Copyright by FLY Products s r l Page 26 Operation time h Date Check Inspector Remarks...

Page 27: ...of the utmost importance Keeping the Prop Clean Wipe all dirt and oil from the prop when finished flying Oil if left on the prop for long periods of time can seep into the wood and cause an imbalance...

Page 28: ...that are damaged with only original parts or parts that have been authorised by the manufacturer 7 10 Paraglider inspections General Failure to observe the inspection periods will invalidate the warr...

Page 29: ...from all fuel sources before pulling the starter cord or a fire could occur WARNING Do not use a flooded engine procedure whereby you hold the throttle wide open and then attempt to start the engine...

Page 30: ...10000 rpm Carburetor Walbro Rotation Direction Clockwise rotation Air Cleaner Silenced air box Spark plug NGK BR9ES or NGK BR10ES Fuel mixture of premium petrol 98 octane and oil at 2 Oil synthetic t...

Page 31: ...pay repair or replacement charges if The cause of malfunction is due to misuse neglect negligence etc This includes seize of the engine due by an improper carburetor adjustment or improper fuel oil mi...

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