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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF U-TURN

BLACKOUT PLUS - SIMPLE DYNAMIC

BLACKOUT PLUS

- Motorised Paragliding

- Winching 8

- Base- and brakeline adjustment

- Safety precautions

equipment description

- Short description

- Risers

- Speed system

- Trimmer

- IMPORTANT! Trimming of the lines

- Stabilo-Line-Security-Function

THE FLIGHT

- Flight practice

- The Launch

- Turning

- Active Flying

- Landing

RAPID DECENT

- „Big Ears“

- B-Stall

ADVANCED HANDLING

- Spiral Dive

- Wingover

- Full Frontal

- Collapses

- How to avoid collapses

- Deep Stall

- Fullstall

- Negative Turn

- Emergency Piloting

- Storage and Transport

- Repairs

- Maintenance and care

- Nature and environment-friendly behaviour

Содержание BLACKOUT PLUS

Страница 1: ...Manual English Rev 1 2 Effective October 2018 Please read this manual before you fly your U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS for the first time ...

Страница 2: ...Happiness is the highest level of success FlyBLACKOUT ...

Страница 3: ...CKOUT PLUS We thank you for your con fidence in U Turn and see this as confirmation to continue to pursue and further develop our uncompromising quality standards We wish you many enjoyable flights and great moments in the air This operating manual is an important part of the aircraft There is an OBLIGATION towards this aircraft and its user manual to inform yourself about its specific features pr...

Страница 4: ...ORTANT Trimming of the lines 13 Stabilo Line Security Function 13 THE FLIGHT 14 Flight practice 14 The Launch 14 Turning 15 Active Flying 15 Landing 15 RAPID DECENT 16 Big Ears 16 B Stall 16 ADVANCED HANDLING 17 Spiral Dive 17 Wingover 17 Full Frontal 17 Collapses 18 How to avoid collapses 18 Deep Stall 19 Fullstall 19 Negative Turn 20 Emergency Piloting 20 Storage and Transport 20 Repairs 20 Main...

Страница 5: ...INTERVALS 33 Who may inspect test 33 Individual personal prerequisites for the inspections 33 Necessary equipment and documentation 34 DURING INSPECTION THE FOLLOWING STEPS NEED TO BE TAKEN 34 Positive identification of the device 34 Inspection of the top and bottom sail and reserve parachute 34 Holes and Tears 34 Abrasion and Deformities 35 Testing of the ribs 35 Check of the tear resistance 35 P...

Страница 6: ...rises once the risk factor sinks For us not only the doable counts but the maximum of safety Products with high technological aspirations innovation and design with a quality that shows durability over time U TURN HAS A CLEAR GOAL MAKE THE BEST EVEN BETTER We are working tirelessly on improvements and progress and push ourselves to get bet ter every day To develop more ideas for more safety and co...

Страница 7: ...so easier to fly Even though the BLACKOUT PLUS masters all acro maneuvers without problems attention was paid to the fact that the glider forgives pilot mistakes Brake and canopy tension were chosen in a way that especially acro beginners can get fast senses of achievement The easy handling was particularly in focus when thinking of the basic maneuvers like Rhythmic Sat Infinity Heli2Sat Sat2Heli ...

Страница 8: ...not operating at your usual winch get acquainted with the local procedures Every visitor on unfamiliar flying grounds needs to get a good briefing by a local pilot Never winch the U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS with loads exceeding the permitted weight range All involved persons machines and accessories need to have the appropriate licenses ap provals or certification for winching That applies to pilots hoi...

Страница 9: ...usted symmetrically and that a permanent knot is used The bowline works particularly well because of the fact that it weakens the line the least but provides excellent slip resistance Bowline Factory default setting Acro Handles HIGH FIVE The BLACKOUT PLUS is equipped with the high quality Acro Handles High Five by U Turn The ergonomic neoprene supporting loop is padded with moisture resistent foa...

Страница 10: ...re that your flying gear is in good condition and all checks are done Be aware that you as a pilot have to be in a physical and mental state to control each flight unimpaired You have to concentrate completely on flying in order to avoid potential dis tressing flight conditions Most accidents are caused by pilot error Never fly in close proximity to high voltage power lines airports or motorways o...

Страница 11: ...OUT 10 11 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Short description Obersegel Top V Tape Profilrippen Profil rips Galerieleine Galeryline Untersegel Bottom Gabelleine Gabelline Stabiloleine Stabiloline Stammleine Mainline Tragegurte Riser ...

Страница 12: ...hooks with the speed system on the riser To be able to undertake the right adjustment the harness should be hung up so you can sit in flying position The attached risers are best held up by someone else It should be adjusted in a way so that the pulleys are on top of each other and you have your legs stretched out And you are also responsible to watch out that the speed system is adjusted symmetri...

Страница 13: ... to be renewed at the latest Stabilo Line Security Function Even top pilots aren t safe from cravats especially not when they practice new routines or max out existint choreographies Most cravats ended with the emergency parachute since acro flying happens with high acceleration forces that are even higher the smaller the surface of a glider For a pilot exposed to such forces it s not easy irrespe...

Страница 14: ...einenduchmesser 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm 2 4 2 0 1 65 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 7 0 65 mm Speed system trimmer Fuß Beschleuniger Trimmer Yes Yes Ja Ja Yes Yes Ja Ja Yes Yes Ja Ja Yes Yes Ja Ja Yes Yes Ja Ja Yes Yes Ja Ja Certification Zulassung No Cert...

Страница 15: ...his in cludes well founded flight preparation as well as the examination of meteorological conditions and the proper evaluation of the weather situation Act defensively because the less the risk the more the fun Environmental aspects Having a responsible attitude towards fellow human beings and nature is as self evident to us as that towards every single pilot Accordingly we ask you to pursue our ...

Страница 16: ...rabiners are closed 2 Suspended risers aren t twisted when hung into the carabiner speed system is mounted correctly carabiners are closed 3 Lines A lines on top all lines are sorted brake line runs freely through the pulleys 4 Canopy canopy lies in the shape of a horseshoe with opened leading edge at the launch 5 Wind and airspace wind appropriate for launch airspace is empty The center of the U ...

Страница 17: ...ving an updraft or entering a downdraft the brakes have to be applied to counter that Accelerated flight however is advisable when flying through downdraft zones The U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS is naturally very stable due to it s unique way of construc tion Active flying in turbulent air as described above significantly increases the safety Col lapsing and deforming of the canopy can be avoided through ...

Страница 18: ...the spiral dive will achieve the highest sink rate This decent method is often taught in SIV training Be mindful that this exposes the glider to extreme loads should one need to use this manoeuvre we recommend an equipment inspection afterwards B Stall Another very efficient method is the B stall The B stall is generally known as the easiest de cent method But caution if done wrong it is anything ...

Страница 19: ...ecessary it should be practised in calm conditions You move down vertically within the airmass Do not underestimate the G forces that act upon the pilot when diving down in an ef ficient spiral The glider has a strong nose dive when the bank increases during the spiral dive The behav iour is very dynamic and should be piloted through lessening the brake line pull on the inside of the turn resp acc...

Страница 20: ...Watch for obstacles that could cause turbulences buildings trees On certain days for example a freshly mowed meadow as landing field could cause a lot of thermal activity Fly very alert on a thermal active day Watch your canopy collapses most of the time announce themselves Light braking in turbulences mostly avoids a collapse You should have already practised that on the ground Should a collapse ...

Страница 21: ...is in deep stall one should only release the brake if the glider is in front Fullstall To initiate a full stall pull both brakes without a wrap slowly to the point of stall As soon as the point of stall is reached hold both hands down The glider falls back At this point under no circumstance should the hands let up or release the brakes To recover from a full stalls the canopy should be stabilized...

Страница 22: ...ullstall and unpredictable and dangerous flight figures and should only be executed in a safety training under supervi sion and never be executed intentionally There is danger of riser twist With a riser twist the brake lines can get blocked attention The glider has been overloaded Fullstalls and negative turns spins as a descent method are dangerous because a wrong exit regardless of glider type ...

Страница 23: ... padding grants cushioned sitting comfort for intense days of training The height of the mounting also changes the relative brake distance If you have any questions about the usage of your harness with the BLACKLIGHT 2 ask your U Turn dealer or directly contact U Turn We are happy to help Suitable Rescue Systems It is required by law and absolutely necessary for safe operation of your paraglider t...

Страница 24: ...T PLUS depends on the total flying time the conditions in which you fly in the amount of UV radiation it is exposed to and the intensity and quality of care A couple of tips for maintenance and care Do not leave your U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS out in the sun more than necessary but put it back into the backpack after your flight Consider the choice of terrain when choosing a take off site to lay out you...

Страница 25: ...T PLUS dry and away from UV radiation Furthermore never store the wing together with acids or similar damaging goods attention After a longer storage period the glider needs to be thoroughly checked Repairs Basically only authorized service centers may execute repairs on paragliders Small damages like tears or small holes up to a size of 2 x 2 cm where a repair without special equipment is possibl...

Страница 26: ...Ct3 Dt3 At6 Bt6 Ct6 Dt6 At7 Bt7 Ct7 Dt7 At10 Bt10 Ct10 Dt10 At11 Bt11 Ct11 Dt11 At14 Bt14 Ct14 Dt14 At15 Bt15 Ct15 Dt15 Br t2 5 Brt23 5 Brt22 Brt20 5 Brt19 Brt17 5 Brt16 Brt14 5 Brt13 Brt11 5 Brt 10 Brt8 5 Brt7 Brt5 5 Brt4 Brt2 5 BrM1 B r M 2 B r M 3 B r M 4 B r M 5 B rM 6 BrM7 B rM 8 B r L 1 B r L 2 BrL3 B r L 4 Br Main At18 Bt18 Ct18 Dt18 At19 Bt19 Ct19 Dt19 At21 Bt21 Ct21 Dt21 At22 Bt22 Ct22 Dt...

Страница 27: ...MANUAL U TURN BLACKOUT 26 27 Lineplan BLACKOUT PLUS All line plans can be requested at U Turn via the e mail address info u turn de ...

Страница 28: ...UT PLUS could suffer as a result of the usage of the BLACKOUT PLUS This includes but is not limited to lawful or contractual liability on behalf U Turn GmbH and all other contracting parties as a result of the of production and processing the U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS and all its components With the occurrence of death or disability all directives stated here come into force and bind their beneficiarie...

Страница 29: ... to granting the use of U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS to a third party through transferring ownership temporary or permanently for this other user to have read and understood the U Turn BLACKOUT PLUS user manual in its entirety including direc tions and warnings which are included in this user manual Place and date Signature of the first pilot Place and date Signature of the second pilot Place and date Sig...

Страница 30: ...the marked Damage Call back at Sighting of the Glider Obersegel Top Untersegel Bottom Last Name First Name Street Address Zip Code City Country Telephone E Mail Glider Model and Size Serial Number Comments Notes U TURN GmbH Fax 49 07464 98912828 info u turn de Im Neuneck 1 Tel 49 07464 9891280 www u turn de D 78609 Tuningen ...

Страница 31: ...ame First Name Street Address Zip Code City Country Telephone E Mail Reserve Model Size Serial Number Comments Notes Line ID Code Quantity U TURN GmbH Fax 49 07464 98912828 info u turn de Im Neuneck 1 Tel 49 07464 9891280 www u turn de D 78609 Tuningen ...

Страница 32: ... CATCHYOURSHADOW U Turn ACRO TEAM Follow up on the activities of the U Turn Acro Team in the Community ...

Страница 33: ...MANUAL U TURN BLACKOUT 32 33 ...

Страница 34: ...duced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U Turn GmbH All technical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U Turn However we like to mention that we do not take any liability for possible mistakes neither in legal responsibility nor in liability cases that derive from mistakable details We preserve the right to change this manual in any way to achieve ...

Страница 35: ...ites for the inspection of solo gliders for recreational use only Holder of a valid unrestricted licence for paragliders or equivalent accredited licence An adequate orientation in the operation by the manufacturer Therefore a 3 month schooling with the manufacturer is necessary If a glider was tested for personal use exclusively its use by a third party is not allowed Individual personal prerequi...

Страница 36: ... and certification seal in place readable and correct If not so Please obtain from the manufacturer or dealer in question The determined values modifications need to be recorded in the inspection log Inspection of the Rescue Gear Before packing the Rescue System it is to be controlled by the packer Has the parachute been opened for a rescue situation it needs zu be re inspected Is a packed rescue ...

Страница 37: ...the inspection log Testing of the tear resistance To be conducted with the Bettsometer at the following points B M A A approved patent number GB2270768 Clive Betts Sails In both the top and bottom sail where the A lines connect push a needle thick hole and check the tear resistance The limit value of the measurement is determined at 500g and a tear width of fewer than 5mm The determined values mod...

Страница 38: ...sing a tensile tester Pull speed of the pull cylinder v 30 cm min Tear Tensile strength values The determined values modifications need to be recorded in the inspection log attention Each size line diameter is assigned a fixed value If the lines cannot withstand the specified tensile load or tensile strength all other lines must be replaced If the tested lines meed these test criteria only they wi...

Страница 39: ... values modifications need to be recorded in the inspection log Visual check of trimming and adjustment Before a check flight the visual control of canopy and lines needs to be made with the equip ment laid out or pulled up Especially the length of the steering lines brake lines should be paid attention on at the pulled up glider Only when all concerns about incorrect adjustment of the control lin...

Страница 40: ...el inside the glider You should obtain timely information from your insurer on the insurance effects of your own two yearly check An inspection is only valid if the inspection report is completely filled Also be aware of pos sible changes to the inspection instructions from the manufacturer before the check Important If the necessary expenses for the maintenance check cannot be provided see necess...

Страница 41: ...MANUAL U TURN BLACKOUT 40 41 ...

Страница 42: ...eproduced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U Turn GmbH All technical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U Turn However we like to men tion that we do not take any liability for possible mistakes neither in legal responsibility nor in liability cases that derive from mistakable details We preserve the right to change this manual in any way to ach...

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