Flying Safe
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Set Up and Adjustments
8 FLYING SAFE
PREFLIGHT CHECK AND MAINTENANCE
It is important to check all paragliding equipment thoroughly before every flight to see
if it has any defects. Also check the paraglider after long flights and after long storage.
Check thoroughly that:
> no visible damage to the harness or carabiners is present that can affect airworthiness.
> the reserve parachute container is correctly closed and is connected to the harness, and
that the splints are threaded completely through the loops, and that the rescue handle
is correctly mounted.
> all buckles, straps and zippers are shut and secured. Give each strap a light tug to verify
this. If snow or sand is present, then pay especially close attention.
> the paraglider is correctly hooked to the harness and that both carabiners are correctly
closed and secure.
> the speedbar is properly hooked into the speed system of the risers.
> all pockets are closed and that no loose items are hanging around.
> again, all leg and chest straps are closed before you launch!
CAUTION
DO NOT LAUNCH IF YOU FIND ANY DEFECTS, EVEN SMALL ONES! IF YOU FIND
ANY SIGNS OF DAMAGE OR ABNORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, CONTACT YOUR
FLIGHT SCHOOL OR SKYWALK DIRECTLY.
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SIDE ADJUSTMENT STRAPS
On both sides of the RANGE X-ALPS you’ll find a main adjustment strap for the back, a
knotted line for the fine adjustment of the lumbar area, and another knotted line for the
forward seat area.
POD
The length of the pod can be adjusted by means of a knotted line at four points on the
foot plate. The Lycra insert in the front part of the pod provides enough clearance.
WARNING
TO PREVENT UNNECESSARY WEAR AND TEAR OF THE LYCRA, IT IS PROHIBITED
TO LENGTHEN IT BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE KNOTTED LINE.
