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FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Thank you for choosing the FLUID reserve parachute!.We are glad to be able to share our common paragliding passion with you. SUP’AIR has been designing, manufacturing and distributing accessories world wide since 1982. Choosing a SUP’AIR product is the right choice for anyone to make, for it is supported by thirty year of expertise and innovating designs driven by customer feedback always taken into account. Next, are explicit instructions to familiarize yourself with the product’s technical features. Please, carefully read the following content!...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Introduction Technical specifications Equipment overview EN 1249 Norm Use Reserve parachute/harness connection Packing Measurement table Maintenance Warranty Disclaimer Service Book SUP’AIR _FLUID Page

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Welcome to the world of free flying : a shared world of passion. The FLUID parachute meets all the requirements emphasizing safety while providing better performance than TRADITIONAL models: Faster opening, more stability, and a lower sink rate. The reserve parachute FLUID was designed by the SUP’AIR in-house research and development team. This model aims above all, to be a high-end quality product ensuring optimal safety. We use known materials for best results and highest performance. The design and material choices were well thought-out in regard to...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Technical specifications Maximum Total Hooking Weight.* Surface area Opening time Projected cone length *Total flying weigth without the glider. SUP’AIR _FLUID Page

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Folded reserve parachute inside its deployment bag ( POD ).. Single reserve parachute bridle loop. Label with serial number, and manufacturing date. Split risers Equipment overview Flexible toric rings SUP’AIR _FLUID Page

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID This notice shows the information requested by the EN 1291 norm. This European Norm (EN) is required for all the paragliding reserve parachutes. All our reserve parachutes are conforming to the EN norm. The reserve parachute certification code EN 12491 is described as follows: - Flight proper sequence: during a straight flight, the reserve parachute is deployed. In order to conduct accurately reproducible tests by avoiding any interference from the paraglider, the test-pilot releases his paraglider at peak height during a roll to begin the descent with...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID STRUCTURAL TEST European Norm 12491 Horizontal speed 32 m/s or 115 km/h at maximum load. SUP’AIR _FLUID Page

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Guideline procedures to follow with our reserve parachutes:: To begin with, we must stress that using a reserve parachute should never be taken for granted or considered to be without risks to the pilot. A reserve parachute is only there to deploy in case of an emergency situation. The pilot’s weight must conform to the parachute manufacturer’s recommended load limitations to be fully operational. Any intent to use a reserve parachute below or above the manufacturer’s recommended weight limitations is dangerous and must totally be avoided. - Any...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness. The reserve parachute installation will vary relative to the riser type used. Please review the following recommendations : - « Y » risers setup ( Ref.:ELESOLOY ). >> Two (2) 6mm Maillons Rapides® are needed ( Ref. : MAILCARIN6 ) + two (2) toric elastic rings ( Ref. : MPPP044 ). - Separate STD risers ( Ref. : ELESOLOSTD ). >> One (1) square 7mm Maillon Rapide® will be needed ( Ref. : MAILCARIN7 ) + four (4) flexible toric rings ( Ref. : MPPP044 ). Follow the instructions corresponding to the type of...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness. 2. Reserve parachute/harness connection with SDT separate risers. >> Risers to harness connection using a loop to loop ( Lark’s head ) knot.) 1. - Unfasten the 2. - Attach each riser to the shoulder attachment points by Velcros located making a Lark’s knot ( loop to loop connection ). Use the largalongside the est bridle loop ends. shoulder protective sleeves to reach the reserve parachute shoulder straps connection loops. >> Separate riser reserve parachute connection. One (1) square 7mm Maillon Rapide®...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness. 3. Installing the parachute in its container. Weather you have an outer front container or an integrated reserve parachute pocket in your harness, proceed with the installation according to the manufacturer’s guidelines. Check the completed installation during a hang-test. Have the installation checked by a professional outfit. Conduct an extraction test every six ( 6 ) months to ensure proper system functionality. Note : conducting a hang-test extraction does not imply deploying the reserve parachute...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID Packing a reserve parachute is not very difficult but requires a methodical and precise folding procedure. If you feel uneasy about repacking the reserve parachute yourself, it will be advisable for you to seek professional assistance to do the job correctly. Tip: take advantage of having to repack your parachute, to deploy it on the ground and vent it for a while, prior proceeding to folding it again. Before each repacking procedure, the following sequence must be observed: - Carefully check each line from the canopy to the riser for any possible...

FLUID reserve parachute’s manual FLUID 1. Folding preparation (continued). C. Keep the parachute unruffled Check for the lines to run freely from the bridle «loop to loop» connection to the canopy’s leading edge. Divide the parachute in two sections (8 lines on each side), the Apex line must be placed in the middle. Layout the parachute on theground. 8 suspension lines d. Take the first panel and lay it out flat on the floor.. Marker = tag