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Summary of Contents for Ellus 5

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Page 2: ... NOT FORGET 13 TAKEOFF 13 Forward Takeoff 13 Reverse Takeoff 13 INSTALLATION OF TOW RELEASE AND AUXILIARY ADAPTATION 14 NORMAL FLIGHT 14 THERMALING AND SOARING 15 TURNS 15 ACCELERATED FLIGHT 16 FLIGHT IN TURBULENT CONDITIONS 16 ACTIVE FLIGHT 16 LANDING 17 MOTORIZED FLIGHT AND ACROBATIC FLIGHT 17 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 FAST DESCENT MANEUVERS 18 EARS 18 POSITIVE SPIRAL 19 B STOLL 20 E EL L...

Page 3: ...LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 OUT OF USE 33 FINAL WORDS 34 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 APPENDIX 35 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 S S CERTIFICATION 35 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 M M CERTIFICATION 36 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 L L CERTIFICATION 37 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 X XL L CERTIFICATION 38 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 OVERALL PLAN 39 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5...

Page 4: ... on the latest models launchings results and news from the world of paragliding Welcome to the SOL Team Atention Please read this manual carefully and note the following details This paraglider meets at the time of delivery the requirements of the LTF certification or of the EN Any equipment alteration will result in the cancellation of this respective certification Flying with this equipment shal...

Page 5: ...rtified by DHV which is the most respected regulating body of free flying worldwide Its mandate is to make sure its members have the capacity to reproduce faithfully 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 This is just one of the great accomplishments of this yo...

Page 6: ...hout risking the safety HPAR High Project Aspect Ratio higher A R in each class LCT Laser Cut Technology Panels profiles and parts cutting with Laser equipment HTM High Tech Materials highest technology materials guarantee durability Technora Lines Diax Laminates Inox Hardware Polyester of High Tenacity 3 Risers System A B C row in all levels less 25 line consumption BT Battens Technology Flexible...

Page 7: ...rea real Real Surface 22 65 24 64 26 19 27 78 29 98 29 98 m2 Alongamento real Line diameter 5 33 5 33 5 33 5 33 5 33 5 33 Diâmetro das linhas Real A R 1 1 1 5 2 1 mm Altura Height 715 744 765 786 815 844 cm Perfil max Max profile 254 265 273 281 292 303 cm Perfil min Min profile 59 61 63 65 67 70 cm Peso da vela Weight 6 1 6 3 6 5 7 7 4 7 8 kg Peso de decolagem Take off weight 60 80 132 176 70 90 ...

Page 8: ...nes are connected to the same Quick Links 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 C riser Lines A and the brake lines are of different color in order to facilitate takeoff preparation The Quick Links are triangular shaped and are made of inox resin On the brakes master lines there is a mark at the ...

Page 9: ...system softer The little chord on the speed system must be firmly attached by a non slippery knot to the stirrup aluminum bar The other end of the cable is fed through the harness pulleys and comes out vertically and firmly attached to a Quick Link 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 ri...

Page 10: ...lapse of the paraglider consequently the use of the speed system close to the ground should be avoided We do not recommend the use of the speed system in turbulent conditions Never use the speed system in extreme maneuvers In the event the canopy collapses release the stirrup immediately and make the appropriate corrections Never let go of the toggles 1 Brake pulley 2 Swivel 3 Toggle 4 Speed Syste...

Page 11: ...t normal The regulated distance between the large clips adjustable at the chest is 42 cm for the paraglider size S 42 cm for the M 44cm for the L and 46 cm for the XL and XXL Variations of more than 5 cm above these ones will alter the fundamental characteristics of the canopy and are potentially dangerous S SO OL L give free together all gliders and harnesses a Measuring Tape Easy Check to help p...

Page 12: ...o the wind s direction upon the lifting of the canopy so that the two halves are inflated symmetrically All lines must be organized and completely free of any entanglements Special attention must also be given to the lines A which must be free right from the risers A with the red mark to the canopy Same priority and care must be given to the brake lines which must also be completely free and witho...

Page 13: ... to the side as if they are extensions of risers A A decisive 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 ...

Page 14: ...leases the equipment to fly During the taking off it s necessary to avoid a small angle of the cable with the ground A taking off with tow release help needs instructions and appropriate procedures Make sure that you have the necessary knowledge and that the operation is made in a safe and correct way Normal Flight The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 in its normal flight performs better with the ...

Page 15: ...not executable Turns The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 is very sensitive responding instantly to turn commands Leveled turns can be achieved with the shifting of weight on the risers with minimum altitude loss A combination of weight shifting and breaking technique is the most efficient way of executing turns in any situation The given brake utilized determines the radius of turns By activating...

Page 16: ... flying are the advancements and tension control When the canopy moves ahead of you carefully apply the brakes so that the canopy returns to be above you and if the canopy moves behind you you must release the brakes Flying with the brakes lightly applied 20 cm allows the canopy to fly slightly behind In turbulent circumstances the internal paraglider tension may change which you will feel on the ...

Page 17: ... all and utilizing just the risers C to de inflate and overcome the canopy after the landing By breaking during a landing in strong wind conditions you may expose the canopy to the wind which could lead to the pilot being dragged 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 Motorized Fl...

Page 18: ...fly safely and correctly This way you will never need to descend rapidly Ears By pulling simultaneously the external riser A1 at about 18 cm the canopy tips will close The canopy remains completely maneuverable through the activating of unilateral brakes or the shifting of weight towards the risers flying at a fast descending rate up to approximately 5m s In order to recover the pilot must release...

Page 19: ...n be controlled by the greatest or smallest force applied to the inside brake In order to come out of it the pilot must release the brake slowly and shift his her weight lightly to the outside of the turn A sudden exit may result in an exaggerated momentum forward of the canopy and collapsing it For this reason on exiting the last turn the inside brake of a given turn must be softly applied again ...

Page 20: ...se the canopy does not recover to normal flight refer to the section on Wraps The momentum of return creates a forward motion by the canopy We recommend avoiding braking the paraglider eliminating the possibility of a parachutal stall The load applied on the B lines during this maneuver is not beneficial to your paraglider Use this maneuver only in emergencies In the event risers B are pulled too ...

Page 21: ... on the opposite side riser of the closing will also assist with the re inflation and increase safety requiring less brake action and keeping away from the stall point In case the pilot does not compensate with the brakes the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 in most situations will inflate by itself even in major asymmetric collapses The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 can make a complete turn an...

Page 22: ...oor preparation before takeoff collapses during acrobatics or lateral asymmetric closings 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 E EL LL LU ...

Page 23: ...lized only by test pilots to simulate a paraglider being expelled out of a thermal and must not be attempted by pilots 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 s...

Page 24: ...Pay close attention to the length of the command which should be shorter than braking commands 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 Warning A turn with an incline beyond 60º is considered acrobatic ...

Page 25: ... 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 and risers in the middle outside the canopy on the trailing edge We recommend folding your paraglider like an accordion This will keep the profile reinforcements Mylar Carbon from being crumpled and or folded By using t...

Page 26: ... over the 4 Bring together the two parts and roll the canopy up strongly Open the canopy completely Packing the glider accordion wise as show in the figures Place each profile reinforcement over the corresponding cell Bring together the two parts and roll the canopy up without compressing too 26 without compressing too ...

Page 27: ...nently Pulleys It is important you keep pulleys lubricated because in case they do not work may consume the speedy handle or axle apply paraffin or lubricant spray read carefully about the lubricant to avoid spots and fabric consume Do not apply on the sewing lines Warning When buying the lubricant make sure that this product do not attack the material properties This may affect the fabric and lin...

Page 28: ...r step over the lines or canopy above all on hard surface The canopy must be opened only on a clean surface area since dirty can penetrate in the canopy s fiber shorten the lines or spoiling the fabric The lines must be kept from any entanglements on takeoff to prevent excessive deformation Avoid storing the paraglider for long periods in areas with high humidity or heat this causes premature agin...

Page 29: ...er dry the paraglider directly under the sun This must be done in a shaded area After drying send the paraglider for inspection to the manufacturer or distributor A Line Plan can be found in this manual or can be obtained with the manufacturer or distributor After an accident or long time without using the paraglider must be checked Warning Your E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 was designed tested...

Page 30: ...ur equipment after an incident or in case the canopy has been stored for a long time Repairs must be performed only by the manufacturer distributor or authorized personnel Minor repairs could be handled by yourself although we recommend that repairs should be performed by the manufacturer or authorized personnel They have the necessary materials and tools to maintain your glider Replace materials ...

Page 31: ...s without them because they avoid the movement of the screw nut making it impossible their opening Zipper The backpack zipper must open and close softly If there is any difficulty to move it you must apply paraffin or a spray lubricant to diminish the attrition among the components You will notice the difference when you move it It is possible most of the times you fix by yourself the zipper In ca...

Page 32: ...e copy to the sales person and one copy to the purchaser 2 All flights must be logged providing information on date place and length of flight 3 The equipment must be kept in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual All the storage folding cleaning and care instructions must be carefully taken 4 Maintenance and inspections can only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized sho...

Page 33: ...uations Any damage caused by inadequate operation of the Paraglider Paragliders that may have been subjected of any alteration from the original design and without proper permission from S SO OL L P Pa ar ra ag gl li id de er rs s Damages caused by inappropriate transport storage or settings of the paraglider Damages caused by the use of not compatible components with the paraglider Damages caused...

Page 34: ...elf 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 ourselve...

Page 35: ...35 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 Appendix E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 S S Certification ...

Page 36: ...36 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 M M Certification ...

Page 37: ...37 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 L L Certification ...

Page 38: ...38 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 X XL L Certification ...

Page 39: ...39 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 Overall Plan 1 Brake Lines 2 Top Lines 3 Stabilo 4 Trailing Edge 5 Label 6 Leading Edge 7 Middle Lines 8 Stabilo Line 9 Main Lines 10 Risers 4 3 1 8 9 7 2 5 6 10 ...

Page 40: ...40 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 Line Plan ...

Page 41: ...41 E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E 5 5 Flight Log Size Serial number Date of purchase Purchased from Date Duration Site Flight Details ...

Page 42: ...Dacron re enforcements 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 Porositätstest Observations ...

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