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Handbuch_X3_17.12.14-englisch

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Introduction
The manual for the Simplify X3 paramotor provides essential information for safe handling, including motor functioning, maintenance, and equipment handling. Technical specifications are included but are subject to change. Maintenance should be performed by specialists, and usage is at the owner's risk.
Flight Safety
Users must familiarize themselves with the paramotor and comply with legal regulations. Registration on the website is recommended for updates on flight safety notices.
Operating Limits
The paramotor should not be flown in rain, gusty winds, or wind speeds over 25 km/h. Users must be aware of weather conditions and airspace restrictions.
Warnings and Safety Notes
Users should act responsibly towards nature and landscapes, adhering to warnings and safety notes provided.
Technical Specifications
Includes ignition, electrical details, and tightening torques.
Maintenance and Repairs
Regular inspection and maintenance are crucial. Procedures for cleaning, transport, storage, and disposal are outlined.
Warranty and Spare Parts
Information on warranty and spare parts availability is provided to ensure effective maintenance.
Specifications and Limitations
The paramotor is for single-seat flying only. Modifications void the warranty. Avoid flying in conditions that exceed operational limits.
Emergency Procedures
In turbulence or rapid descent, use descent techniques without engine thrust. Practice engine-off landings. Deploy the parachute quickly if needed.
Safety Warnings
Operate according to civil aviation regulations. Fly with adequate training and a license. Use approved structures and rescue systems.
Environmental Responsibility
Fly on licensed sites, protect nature, and avoid unnecessary engine use. Do not fly over populated areas at low altitudes.
Construction and Assembly
The paramotor requires installation of the protective case, propeller, and rescue system. The frame uses carbon rods and a web for stability.
Rescue System
Includes a container for modern rescue equipment, attached to the frame with straps for easy deployment.
Propeller and Assembly
Wooden or carbon propellers can be used. Proper torque is necessary for assembly.
Throttle Operation
The throttle controls gas release and engine stop. A functional test is required before each flight.
Fuel Mixture and Refuelling
Uses a gasoline-oil mixture. The initial run-in phase requires a 4% oil mix, later reduced to 2.5%.
Pre-Flight Inspection
Check cage and propeller security, fuel and oil levels, and throttle and motor functions.
Technical Specifications
Features a 110 cc engine with 28 HP, a centrifugal clutch, and a manual start. Fuel capacity is 12 L with a flight duration of approximately 3.5 hours.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Clean after each flight using brake cleaner and water with soap. Follow specified tightening torques.
Transportation and Storage
Transport with minimal fuel and use protective pouches. Store in a dry place with a Simplify cover.
Inspection, Maintenance & Repairs
Mandatory checks before each flight. After 10 hours, additional checks are required. After 50 hours, extensive maintenance is necessary.
Warranty
Valid for 12 months, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Claims must be filed through an authorized dealer.
Spare Parts
Only original spare parts should be used, available from dealers or the manufacturer.
Liability
The user assumes all risks associated with using the paramotor. Simplify is not liable for damages incurred during use.
Copyright
The manual is copyrighted by Sky Equipment Austria.
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We are very glad you chose a Simplify paramotor. To ensure the safe and secure handling of your Simplify paramotor, we wrote this manual. It contains detailed information on how to handle the equipment, especially on the functioning of the motor, the maintenance and handling of the entire drive. The technical specifications, illustrations and measurements are not binding. No claims can be derived from this. We reserve the right to make improvements without changing these instructions. To ensure a long life...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Content Usage, Flight Safety, Operating Limits, Procedures for Emergency Situations 04 Warnings and Safety Notes, Nature and Landscape Responsible Behaviour 05 Construction of the Frame, Assembly of the Cage, Harness & Connecting Rods 07 Harness, Main Suspension and Pushrods ...

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Purpose Lightweight gyroplane with an empty weight of less than 120 kg in the division paramotor – single seat. Flight Safety This manual was created to make you familiar with the Simplify paramotor and thus to increase flight safety. To fly the Simplify paramotor, legal regulations must be complied with. It is your responsibility to read this manual to familiarize yourself with the engine and other equipment. To always be up to date, make sure to read the flight safety notices on our website and in various...

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Before every flight, mentally practice releasing the parachute. This will help you to trigger it quickly in case of an emergency. In case of a water or strong wind landing, the pilot should disconnect from the harness as soon as possible. In case of a tree landing, you should first secure yourself to the tree, and then wait for professional help. However, it is possible that despite the above mentioned behaviour recommendations you will be required to act differently as described. The variety of possible...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Construction of the Frame The factory setting of the Simplify paramotor comes to you ready to fly. All you have to do before your first flight is install the protective case, propeller and the rescue system. Thanks to the simplicity of the unit, only a few steps are necessary. Place the engine on a flat surface. Put the six carbon rods into the existing recordings on the case (see drawing). Assembly...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 The attachment of the harness to the push rod takes place with a shackle at the short angled side of the push rod. The adjustment of the harness is very simple. The length of the shoulder straps is adapted to the size of the pilot. For this purpose, sit in your harness and pull the shoulder straps on the left and right side until you feel light pressure on your shoulders. To release, pull the orange loop...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Rescue System and Mounting The rescue system is situated in a special outer container (which is already included in the package), which is attached to the clip-­‐on frame part of the paramotor using straps. The container is designed for modern, light rescue equipment only, such as Type Annular EVO 24. When selecting the rescue equipment, mind that they shall never exceed the operating limits of the device (see...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Propeller and Assembly The Simplify Paramotor can be operated with a wooden or carbon propeller. Under “Technical Specifications” you can find approved propeller for your paramotor. Also see the noise measurement report at the end of this manual. Wooden Propeller Assembly Note while installing the propeller that the correct side faces the outside respectively the inside (slogan outside / back...

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Refuelling – Gasoline & Oil The Simplify Paramotor comes with a cap with vent valve for air operations (see Figure 2). A gas cap without ventilation should be used only briefly for transportation, as the tank can create a positive or negative pressure, which could lead to large deformations of the tank. The motor is powered by a gasoline oil mixture. Please only use Castrol Racing 2T with 98 octane premium gasoline....

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PARAMOTOR Simplify X 3 Before every flight, the following checks are essential: • • • • • • • • • • • • • cage is correctly installed to the frame and the web tightened and secure cage and web checked for possible damage propeller checked for possible damage and the play of the propeller hub propeller screws tightened V-­‐belt checked for damage and tension functional test of the stop switch on the throttle gasoline with min. 98 octane...

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