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User manual

Version: 1.0

Date: August 2020

Summary of Contents for APAX evo

Page 1: ...User manual Version 1 0 Date August 2020...

Page 2: ...one else Many countries have speci c regulations or laws regarding powered paragliding activity It s your responsibility to know and observe the regulations of the region where you y Fresh Breeze rese...

Page 3: ...Your Fresh Breeze paraglider has been designed to meet all safety and regulatory requirements These requirements also include the need to familiarise yourself with this user manual and the information...

Page 4: ...and guidelines 10 DGAC certi cation 11 EN LTF certi cation 11 Description of ight characteristics 11 Target group and recommended ying experience 11 Description of pilot skills required 11 Suitabilit...

Page 5: ...4 Attaching the towline release system 25 Tandem paragliding 26 Aerobatics 26 Dangerous situations and extreme ying 27 Dangerous situations 27 SIV Safety training 27 Material stress 27 Canopy Collapse...

Page 6: ...s to the glider 39 Fresh Breeze quality and service 39 Dimensions illustrations technical and EN LTF data 40 Introducing the APAX evo 40 Delivery 40 Manufacturing 40 Overall illustration 41 Technical...

Page 7: ...sing the paraglider 2 Inspection Information General instructions and guidance on carrying out the regular inspection of paragliders 3 Glider details Pilot details proof of ownership and inspections a...

Page 8: ...d the areas in which we y Keep to marked trails take your rubbish away with you refrain from making unnecessary noise and respect the sensitive biological equilibrium of nature Consideration for natur...

Page 9: ...if the paraglider is sold It is part of the certi cation and belongs with the paraglider Observe the other speci c safety advice in the various sections of this manual Safety notices Safety notices a...

Page 10: ...ining Operating limitations The paraglider must be operated only within the operating limits These are exceeded if one or more of the following points are complied the take off weight is not within th...

Page 11: ...X evo received ULM Class 1 registration DGAC EN LTF certi cation The APAX evo received EN A classi cation in the nal classi cation by the licensing body Description of ight characteristics Paragliders...

Page 12: ...s the more sensitive the glider is to weightshift The adjustment of the harness chest strap controls the distance between carabiners and affects the handling and stability of the glider Excessive tigh...

Page 13: ...i cation section The weight refers to take off weight pilot incl clothing engine glider harness and equipment The reactions are quite different at the upper or lower weight range If you y at a high wi...

Page 14: ...t Is the glider fabric free from tears or other damage Are the lines free from knots tangles or other damage Brake lines freely and rmly connected to the handle Correct adjustment of the brake lines l...

Page 15: ...are all straps done up 2 Is the canopy arranged in a half moon shape and are all the air intakes open 3 Are all the lines untangled and are any lines under the canopy 4 Are the trimmer positions corre...

Page 16: ...stay under the glider and follow the take off direction If both risers have a steady tension and the glider is above the pilot the control view is carried out Check that the canopy is completely in at...

Page 17: ...oximately 6 m s otherwise the glider may rise above the pilot unintentionally Note During reverse launch and ground handling care should be taken that the brake lines do not rub over the riser This ma...

Page 18: ...handle this is to release the throttle and release the brakes In ight characteristics Cruising ight Once you have reached a satisfactory altitude after take off you can turn in your chosen direction o...

Page 19: ...le and there is a danger of a front stall or other extreme ight maneuvers In addition never apply brakes when using the speed bar Turning The APAX evo performs best in turns when it is own with su cie...

Page 20: ...cumulus cloud an approaching cold front or a storm front Rapid descent methods should all be practised in calm conditions and at su cient altitude so that a pilot is then able to employ them effectiv...

Page 21: ...ve if you lose control of the glider and the sink rate and nd yourself in a stable spiral The high g forces in the spiral may rapidly lead to a loss of consciousness which prevent later deployment of...

Page 22: ...e g by wrapping the brake line Do not use the brakes unless you intend to exit big ears Once in big ears you can increase your sink rate and forward speed by applying the speed bar Always apply the sp...

Page 23: ...p wind gradient may cause any glider to suddenly lose altitude or even stall Never let the leading edge crash to the ground you risk damaging the seams and or internal structure Ground handling especi...

Page 24: ...akage Check whether you are carrying enough fuel for the planned ight Inspect equipment and harness for loose parts that might fall into the propeller Before each ight carefully follow the individual...

Page 25: ...sion of more than 90 daN The paraglider must not under any circumstances be towed by motor vehicle or motor boat etc if you do not have the appropriate towing equipment and a suitable winch operator W...

Page 26: ...NG When using rigid tow releases the release shackle distance should be extended su ciently cord or webbing strap and the release must be secured with a retaining cord so that it does not y back in th...

Page 27: ...xtreme ight gures and ight attitudes described here are dangerous if they are carried out with inadequate knowledge without the right safety altitude or without training Always keep within the recomme...

Page 28: ...in ate spontaneously apply brake on the closed side in a smooth progressive pumping action Be sure not to apply too much brake too slowly as this may risk a stall Remember that a partly collapsed win...

Page 29: ...ion of the brakes Take care not to apply too much brake for too long as this may stall the wing In the case of extreme front stalls across the entire wing chord the wing tips may move forward making t...

Page 30: ...ng mushy and the air ow around your ears decreasing The glider may also compress spanwise Flying in strong turbulence or exiting a de ation with too much brake applied can cause this situation A wet g...

Page 31: ...of the pilot If the spin does not stop check whether you have released the brakes fully including any wraps Other tips for dangerous situations Cascade Many reserve deployments are a result of a casc...

Page 32: ...e heavy or made of unsuitable material may result in revocation of the certi cation Overloading The glider structure is put under high levels of strain in particular on extreme ight manoeuvres rapid d...

Page 33: ...sshapen they distort more easily during ight creating an altered air in ow which can lead to a loss in performance and changes in ight behaviour The leading edge reinforcements also perform an importa...

Page 34: ...equipment To maximize carrying comfort the following method is recommended First place the glider inside the harness and then put the top of harness in the bottom of the rucksack with the glider side...

Page 35: ...This stresses the seams and can even cause the cell to explode Don t repeatedly in ate the glider and allow it to crash back down Step towards the wing as it comes down to take the force out of this a...

Page 36: ...cause as with the fabric UV light in particular will weaken the lines Dyneema lines which are used in the area of the top brake lines for example are very temperature sensitive and can be permanently...

Page 37: ...h Breeze dealer with any queries or ordering replacement parts or accessories to ensure accurate identi cation Regular inspections The following parts and materials must be inspected regularly for dam...

Page 38: ...he glider If you ground handle frequently or y in harsh conditions we recommend an annual check It is your responsibility as a pilot to ensure that your wing is airworthy at all times For gliders used...

Page 39: ...tributor or manufacturer Small repairs to the glider Very small holes in the sail can be repaired with the sticky back tape provided with your glider Damaged lines should be replaced by your Fresh Bre...

Page 40: ...getting airborne is smooth and effortless We also aimed to make the APAX evo a versatile wing that pilots could really have fun with You can con dently y the APAX evo in midday thermals both with and...

Page 41: ...verall Illustration Technical data Size 24 26 28 Area at m2 24 2 26 4 28 6 Area projected m2 21 0 22 9 24 8 Span at m 10 78 11 25 11 72 Span projected m 8 69 9 07 9 45 Aspect ratio at 4 8 4 8 4 8 Aspe...

Page 42: ...zed operation In free ight the trimmers must not be used such a use would be outside the limits of EN certi cation With both systems the pilot can adjust the speed behaviour of the APAX evo in the res...

Page 43: ...t It is possible to loop the metal loop attached to the end of the trimmer tab through the Carabiner before takeoff This locks the trimmer in the neutral position and makes it impossible for the trimm...

Page 44: ...creased speed than in unaccelerated ight It is generally strongly recommended that you do not use the speed system in turbulent areas and when ying close to the ground because of the increased risk of...

Page 45: ...hold the handles on the knot However care should be taken to release the wraps in any extreme situation If you do need to make adjustments to suit your harness body and ying style we strongly recommen...

Page 46: ...r ight behaviour Variable brake pulleys Upper brake pulley The position of the upper brake pulley can be adjusted to suit the needs of the pilot by sliding the pulley webbing freely on the riser If th...

Page 47: ...APAX evo user manual ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line layout Page 47...

Page 48: ...edge Lower surface trailing edge Ribs Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Dominico 20DMF 34 g m2 water repellent Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Porcher Skytex 40 g m2 water repellent Myungj...

Page 49: ...___ Appendix Glider details Size Colour Serial number Check ight date ______________________________________________________________________ Name and signature ________________________________________...

Page 50: ...___________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________...

Page 51: ...Postfach 88 83701 Gmund am Tegernsee Germany Fon 49 0 8022 9675 0 Fax 49 0 8022 9675 99 Email dhv dhv de www dhv de Air Turquoise SA Route du Pr au Comte 8 1844 Villeneuve Switzerland Fon 41 219 65 6...

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