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Trango X-light

2

 

Owner’s Manual 

and Service Booklet 

 
 
 
 

Serial Number: __________________________  

 

 
 
 
 
 

The data and statements contained within this manual may be changed without prior notice. No 
part of these documents may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by any 
means, either electronic or mechanical, without explicit written permission from UP International. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
© 1995-2013 UP International 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Version 1.0 

Effective: 07/2013 

Updated: 11/2013 

 

Summary of Contents for Trango X-light2

Page 1: ...ed within this manual may be changed without prior notice No part of these documents may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by any means either electronic or mechanical without...

Page 2: ...ith disturbances 8 Necessary skills for dealing with rapid descent methods 8 Suitability for training 8 RECOMMENDED WEIGHT RANGE 8 TECHNICAL DATA UP TRANGO X LIGHT 10 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 11 Perfor...

Page 3: ...E THE NORMAL FLIGHT ENVELOPE 28 BEHAVIOUR IN EXTREME SITUATIONS 28 COLLAPSING THE PARAGLIDER 28 Asymmetric collapse 28 Cravatte 28 Full frontal collapse 29 THE STALLS 29 Deep Stall 29 Full stall 30 Sp...

Page 4: ...SAL 39 UP HOMEPAGE 39 SOME FINAL WORDS 40 ATTACHMENTS 41 LINE PLAN TRANGO X LIGHT 41 SERVICE BOOKLET 42 GLIDER AND PILOT DATA 42 PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD 47 Important The following symbols are used t...

Page 5: ...evelopments at UP as well as any technical information about the UP Trango X light We would also be delighted to hear any feedback you have concerning the glider This is only possible once we have rec...

Page 6: ...evant laws are observed When reselling the wing please make sure you also give this manual to the new owner The manual is an integrated part of the paraglider and is required for the wing to keep its...

Page 7: ...re even assembling the first prototypes Once we re happy with the new prototype s behaviour in the virtual environment the program generates the templates after which the glider is sewn When a new pro...

Page 8: ...ould fly often enough that their reactions do not grow rusty If the necessary skills are not there we recommend a good SIV course with the UP Trango X light to get familiar with the wing Necessary ski...

Page 9: ...ing slightly more or less dynamic in its characteristics respectively The UP Trango X light responds to load changes by flying either marginally faster or slower depending on whether you in or decreas...

Page 10: ...9 7 10 1 10 6 Flat aspect ratio 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 Projected aspect ratio 4 8 4 8 4 8 4 8 Number of Chambers Total line length incl Brake m 239 248 258 271 Total of lines incl Brake Line dimensions mm Gl...

Page 11: ...System Combined Brake Tension System BTS a new way to attach the brake lines in the center part of the wing Space Frame Concept the UP way of saying that every little part of the internal life of the...

Page 12: ...aterial The UP Trango X light is constructed from High Tenacity Polyamide cloth which is particularly stretch resistant and durable and is specially treated for maximum UV resistance At UP we are alwa...

Page 13: ...collectors to prevent lines slipping and are secured using a strong thread locking compound Loctite to prevent unintentional opening After maintenance work the delta quick links should be re glued wi...

Page 14: ..._____________________________________________________________________ 14 Illustration 2 Riser Trango X light...

Page 15: ...s attached to the shoulder straps can be set either loose to aid ventilation or tight for extra stability They should rise from your collarbone at about a 45 angle A hip belt is also incorporated to a...

Page 16: ...ollow these tips will adversely affect you carrying comfort The centre of gravity of the load should be as close to the vertical centre axis of the carrier while also being situated as high on the bac...

Page 17: ...ength of the lower brake line This should only be done by an experienced person Position of the brakes The UP Trango X light is delivered from the factory with what we feel is the best brake position...

Page 18: ...__________________________________ 18 These knot guarantees the least amount of line weakening BEWARE Loose or incorrect brake knots can cause serious accidents through loss of the steering of the gli...

Page 19: ...ley system on the front of the risers see Illustration This illustration refers to the UP harness but many harnesses are similar If in any doubt please ask the harness dealer manufacturer The length o...

Page 20: ...reserve system you have is the correct size and that you are fully conversant with its use For fitting the reserve system follow the instructions of the harness manufacturer Use of the UP Trango X li...

Page 21: ...ence every time to minimise the risk of omitting something 1 Unpack and arrange your glider in a semi circular manner This shape ensures that the centre cells inflate before the tips When unfolding yo...

Page 22: ...ltitude the pilot slips into the seated position in the harness WITHOUT RELEASING THE BRAKE HANDLES If this is not possible then the pilot may hold both handles in one hand whilst assisting the seatin...

Page 23: ...reduce turning radius to a minimum When brake input is increased beyond approximately 50 on one side the UP Trango X light begins a fast and steep turn which can be made into a steep spiral refer to...

Page 24: ...the harness preferably right onto the lower end of the risers UP International has developed special tow release connectors for the UP Trango X light to ensure the optimal connection between the pilot...

Page 25: ...ight it is very important to anticipate any likely turbulence and fly accordingly Look well ahead and as well as looking for areas of likely lift try and predict and avoid areas of sink and rough air...

Page 26: ...forces incidents caused by pilots falling unconscious during spiral dives are not unheard of Approach this manoeuvre with caution NEVER fly a spiral dive with Big Ears engaged this could lead to a ca...

Page 27: ...in your hands while inducing Big Ears The glider will remain fully steerable through weight shifting during the manoeuvre The sink rates will be around 3 to 5 metres per second depending on the number...

Page 28: ...ter them WARNING Mistakes during the execution of the following manoeuvres may seriously compromise the safety of pilot Collapsing the paraglider Asymmetric collapse The UP Trango X light belongs to t...

Page 29: ...w along the top surface is interrupted dangerous flight configurations follow we say that the wing stalls This is most often the consequence of attempting to fly with too high angle of incidence In mo...

Page 30: ...ot attempts to release the last bit of brake input during a forward surge of the wing this will cause it to resume flight with the least possible diving tendency Pilots should note that timing the rel...

Page 31: ...ones due to the coating on older wings being more permeable this means that the critical mass may be reached sooner on older wings Second reason has to do with the actual rain drops on the top surface...

Page 32: ...ork on the canopy may compromise the certification and lead to the aircraft becoming unsafe to fly Overloading The UP Trango X light is a very strong paraglider and flying all the usual SIV and acro m...

Page 33: ...you may also find a short video showing it on the UP website under Trango X light ParaSleeve packing Begin by placing the gathered wing on the ground next to the open ParaSleeve Store the risers in th...

Page 34: ...s subjected to less mechanical abrasion while the porosity limiting capabilities remain the same When choosing an area to lay out the glider before launching try to find somewhere that is relatively f...

Page 35: ...ld always be dry when packed but this is particularly important after the last flight of the season But even a completely dry wing should still be stored open in a dry clean and dark place If you do n...

Page 36: ...a gentle spray of fresh water Frequent spraying will accelerate the ageing process Replacing ASS battens Due to the ASS reinforcement system the Trango X light leading edge is very robust Should a re...

Page 37: ...ooner if prescribed by the UP checking facility during the last check After 150 hours of flying After 100 flights These limits have been set by the German Free Flight Federation DHV and make no less s...

Page 38: ...in accordance with its DHV certification A complete logbook showing all flights with duration and location must be presented upon request Only original UP spares have been used and only UP or a UP aff...

Page 39: ...her information about the services we offer please contact us at the address and phone number below We are also able to give you information about your nearest authorised Service Centre as well as oth...

Page 40: ...any kind of air sport is potentially dangerous if you overstep the natural and physical laws whether from ignorance or unreasonableness Probably there are only a few sports where success requires bes...

Page 41: ...Attachments Line plan Trango X light...

Page 42: ...________________________________________________ Family name ____________________________________________ Street _________________________________________________ Town ________________________________...

Page 43: ...__________________________________________ Email __________________________________________________ Pilot 3rd owner Name _________________________________________________ Family name _________________...

Page 44: ...rmed date _______________________________ Service jobs undertaken 2nd Service Performed date _______________________________ Service jobs undertaken 3rd Service Performed date ________________________...

Page 45: ...rmed date _______________________________ Service jobs undertaken 5th Service Performed date _______________________________ Service jobs undertaken 6th Service Performed date ________________________...

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Page 47: ..._________ Family name ____________________________________ Address ________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ____________________________________________...

Page 48: ...UP International GmbH Kreuzeckbahnstrasse 7 82467 Garmisch Partenkirchen GERMANY...

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