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    The   speed   system   must   be   correctly   fitted   and   adjusted   to   ensure   it   operates   smoothly  
during   flight.   Before   first   launch,   the   length   should   be   adjusted   to   suit   the   pilot   and   the   line  
duct   should   be   checked.  
    The   speed   bar   and   the   riser   are   connected   by   special   Brummel   hooks.   Adjust   the   length   to  
the   speed   system   so   that   your   legs   are   fully   stretched   when   at   maximum   accelerated   flight  
(“pulley-to-pulley”   on   the   riser),   otherwise   you   may   experience   symptoms   of   fatigue   in   long  
flights.   You   should   still   be   in   a   comfortable   flight   position   even   when   the   speed   system   is  
used   to   its   full   extent.  
   You   will   not   be   able   to   use   the   paraglider   to   its   full   potential   if   the   speed   system   is   too   long.  
Fasten   the   speed   bar   to   the   harness   before   launch   to   avoid   tripping   over   it   when   preparing   to  
launch   or   taking   off.  
 

WARNING:   Do   not   make   the   speed   system   too   short.   The   glider   must   under   no  
circumstances   be   pre-accelerated   as   a   result   of   the   adjustment   being   too   short.   Problems  
(such   as   collapses   or   tucks)   have   a   more   drastic   effect   with   increased   speed   than   in  
unaccelerated   flight.   It   is   generally   strongly   recommended   that   you   do   not   use   the   speed  
system   in   turbulent   areas   and   when   flying   close   to   the   ground,   because   of   the   increased  
risk   of   collapse.  
 
Hangpoints  

The   APAX   evo   riser   has   two   hangpoints   to   allow   for   optimal  
adaptation   of   the   glider   to   the   motor   system   used.  
    Depending   on   the   hangpoint   used,   the   pilot   may   wish   to   adjust  
the   brake   length   and   the   height   of   the   brake   pulley   on   the   riser.  
For   more   information   see   chapter   ‘Setting   the   Brakes’.  
 

WARNING:   Ensure   that   the   Carabiner   has   a   single   piece   of   red  
webbing   on   each   side   of   it.   Incorrectly   installed   Carabiners  
could   damage   the   riser   and   result   in   failure.  

 

Figure:    

APAX   evo   riser   hangpoints   (upper   red,   lower   blue)  

 
 

Line   system,   brakes   and   line   plan  

Line   system  

The   APAX   evo   has   A,   B   and   C   line   levels,   which   fork   two   or   three   times   from   the   bottom   (riser)  
to   the   top   (canopy)   and   which   are   divided   into   "Main",   "Lower-Middle",   "Higher-Middle"   und  
"Top"   lines.   The   individual   line   levels   are   connected   with   one   another   using   the   “handshake  
knot”   (special   hoop   technology).  
     With   the   brake   lines,   the   individual   levels   are   bundled   at   the   end   with   the   main   brake   line.  
This   runs   through   the   brake   ring   (or   pulley)   attached   to   the   riser   and   is   knotted   at   the   brake  
loop   of   the   control   handle.   There   is   a   mark   on   the   main   brake   line   which   allows   the   control  
handle   to   be   correctly   positioned.  

 

 

 

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Содержание APAX evo

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

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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

Страница 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...

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

Страница 50: ...___________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________...

Страница 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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