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3. DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r H ngegleiter und Gleitsegel MUSTERPR FBESCHEINIGUNG Gurtzeug f r Gleitsegel Musterpr fnummer DHV GS 03 0339 06 Bezeichnung des Ger temusters TRANSALP Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftsportger t ist als Muster gepr ft im Auftrag von Woody Valley Model snc OHG Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Diese Musterpr fbescheinigung ist erteilt auf Grurid der die Musterpr fung betreffenden Bestimmungen des Luftverkehrgesetzes der Luftverkehrs Zulassungs Ordnung der Verordnung zur Pr fung von Luftfahrtger t und der Luftt chtigkeitsforderungen in der heute geltenden Fassung sowie zu den Bedingungen der Vereinbarung ber Musterpr fung und des Schreibens vom 06 10 2006 Die Musterpr fung gilt gem zugeh rigem Ger te Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0339 06 06 10 2006 Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift na Miesbacher Stra e Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r H ngegleiter und Gleitsegel Beauftragter der sterreichischen Luftfahrtbeh rde Luftsportger te Kennblatt Gleitsegel Gurtzeug Ger te Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0339 06 Ausgabe 0 Datum 06 10 2006 Musterpr fung 1 Ger temuster TRANSALP 2 Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc OHG 3 Datum der Musterpr fbescheinigung 06 10 2006 Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gurtzeuggruppe
4. GH 2 Ger tegewicht ohne Packsack kg 0 95 3 Maximal zul ssige Anh ngelast kg 100 4 Integrierter Rettungsger te Au encontainer Nein 5 Gurtzeugprotektor Muster Woody Valley Model snc OHG Transalp 6 Sonstige Besonderheiten Betriebsanweisungen Betriebsanweisung in der genehmigten Fassung vom 04 10 2006 Deutscher Hangas Miesbachar Size has been made to ensure that the information contained in this manual is correct but please remember that it has been produced for guidance only This owners manual is subject to change without prior notice Please check at www woodyvalley com for the latest information regarding the TRANSALP harness Latest update APRIL 2010
5. AF Woody Valley Please read this manual before flying with the TRANSALP for the first time WoodyValley THANK YOU We would like to thank you for having chosen one of our products and we invite you to read this important document the User Manual for the harness Please pay Special attention to the two most important paragraphs regarding Insertion of the reserve parachute The reserve parachute is a piece of equipment that may save your life It must be treated so that it works correctly when it is required whether this happens in two days time or two years from now Adjusting the harness The harness forms the connection between the pilot and the paraglider and it is an essential Component in optimizing performance and the pleasure of flying A bad harness that is well adjusted may enable you to fly well but a good harness that is badly adjusted may put you off flying altogether We are confident that this harness will give you greater comfort control performance and enjoyment in flight We are conscious of the fact that reading an instruction manual is not an exciting experience However please remember that the respective product is not a citrus juicer or a mobile phone and that correct use of the harness helps reduce the risk of flying accidents This manual contains all the information necessary to assemble adjust fly and store your harness Thorough knowledge of your equipment will improve your personal safety and you
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7. hat the accelerator is unintentionally engaged at all times in flight It is safest to take off with the speed bar a little too long progressively shortening it during the next flights Remember that all adjustments have to be performed symmetrically on both sides 4 3 Transalp rucksack The Transalp rucksack provides a high capacity in combination with simplicity in use It was designed throughout by Woody Valley and it is highly versatile In fact it can be used for hiking and other land based sports activities as well as for paragliding To pack flying equipment open the zips of the rucksack completely and fold the seat against the back of the harness leaving the straps and buckles outside the sandwich thus formed Ensure that the padded section around the ww Woody Valley airbag inflation valve does not suffer any tight folds which could eventually mar its correct functioning After having folded the paraglider carefully place it into the rucksack The remaining space above should be sufficient to store the helmet instruments and extra garments Once all equipment has been placed inside if necessary the four side straps can be tightened in order to hold the contents firmly in position This stabilizes the load and makes carrying the rucksack more comfortable The adjustment straps on the rucksack shoulder straps can be used in the same way ww WoodyValley Straps on the sides and back of the rucksack can be used to carry t
8. hute is deployed therefore reducing the possibility of injury to a minimum The reserve parachute bridle is not included with the harness 2 1 1 Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag TRANSALP is supplied with a handle for reserve parachute extraction It is identified with the number 8 this handle alone should be used for this purpose The black loop attached to the handle itself should be passed into the loop on the deployment bag and then the entire handle should be passed through its own loop and pulled tight For easier extraction the loop attached to the deployment bag should be positioned laterally with respect to the centre of the reserve parachute If your deployment bag does not have this loop please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the reserve parachute ww Woody Valley 2 1 2 Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness The harness reserve parachute bridle is passed through the loop at the end of the reserve parachute bridle The reserve parachute itself is then passed through the large loop in the harness bridle This connects the two bridles The loops should be pulled as tight as possible to avoid any chance of dangerous friction developing between the two bridles during the shock caused when the reserve parachute opens 2 1 3 Inserting the reserve parachute Insert the reserve parachute into the TRANSALP container so that the handle can be seen on the exterior side and so the loop connecti
9. le to use the TRANSALP harness on flights over water In the event of the pilot being forced to land on the water the airbag which is filled with air may force the harness into a position that holds the pilot underwater Woody Valley recommends the use of a Suitable lifejacket when flying over water 3 5 Tow bridle connection The TRANSALP harness can be used for towed launches The tow bridle release should be hooked directly to the main karabiners ensuring that the karabiners are positioned with the opening bar facing the rear For further details refer to the documentation provided with your tow release or ask a qualified towing instructor at your flying site 3 6 Landing with the TRANSALP harness Before landing slide your legs out and off the seat surface so that you take up a standing position Never land in the seated position it is very dangerous for your back because there is no dorsal protection Even if you have the optional Airbag this is an exclusively passive form of protection and so landing in the seated position would be dangerous in any case Standing up before landing is an active safety precaution and it is much more effective than passive forms of protection ww WoodyValley 4 FEATURES AND ASSEMBLY OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 4 1 The TRANSALP protection system The airbag provides excellent protection against the shock caused by impact Its structure ensures that about 60 70 of total protection is provided even with
10. ng the deployment handle to the deployment bag is facing upwards w Woody Valley Thread a thin cord such as paraglider riser cord through each elastic loop This will help close the pocket Thread the elastic loops into the smallest of the eyelets on the pocket flaps Close the flaps following the order shown in the photographs below Push the plastic pins on the handle into the elastic loops and under the transparent cover It is essential to remove the cord after this operation The cord should be pulled out slowly in order not to damage the elastic loops by excessive friction Lastly the handle should be positioned under the two cover loops The reserve parachute and harness are joined by means of Velcro strips and a loop which is hooked onto the main karabiner E N S E Ly d wu as ww Woody Valley IMPORTANT Every new combination of reserve parachute and harness or the external container assembled for the first time should be tested by an official harness or reserve parachute dealer or by a flying instructor Deployment of the reserve parachute should be perfectly feasible from the normal flying position 2 1 4 Reserve parachute deployment It is vital to feel periodically for the position of the reserve parachute deployment handle during normal flight so that the action of reaching for the reserve parachute handle becomes instinctive in an emergency In emergency situations the deployment procedure is as follows
11. nnt auf Antrag von The product described below has been accepted on application of Woody Valley Model snc OHG Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Dieser Musteranerkennungsschein ist auf Grund der die Anerkennung ausl ndischer Musterpr fun gen betreffenden Bestimmungen der Zivilluftfahrzeug und Luftfahrtger teverordnung in der am Tage der Ausstellung geltenden Fassung ausgestellt This certificate of Type Acceptance is issued in accordance with the appropriate Austrian regulation as in force today Luftfahrtger t Product Paragleiter Gurtzeug ersteller Woody Valley Model snc OHG 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Manufacturer Musterbezeichnung TRANSALP Type designation Musterzulassungsbeh rde und Musterzulassungsschein DHV Type Certification Authority and number of Type Certificate Nr DHV GS 03 0339 06 Anerkannte Bauvorschriften Deutsch Osterr Luftt chtigkeitsforderungen f r HG und GS Accepted Certification Standard Zus tzliche Auflagen Additional requirements Diese Musteranerkennung ist an die Einhaltung der Auflagen der o g Musterzulassungsstelle gebunden Diese Musteranerkennung kann durch den AeC bertragen ausgesetzt oder widerrufen werden This certificate shall remain in effect until surrendered suspended or revoked by AeC Datum der Ausstellung 06 10 2006 Unterschrift Date of issue Signature Every effort Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im
12. out complete inflation which occurs during the launch phase This optional extra is easy to install and the procedure is obvious The protection system has four straps which are fixed to the harness The two lower straps are directly fastened to the harness bridle while the upper straps are attached to the plastic rings placed near the back regulation components m j DA N i 1 Woody Valley 4 2 Assembly and adjustment of the speed system After having adjusted the sitting position to the optimum configuration the accelerator must be adjusted This harness is compatible with all normal types of speed system accelerators The speed bar cords are threaded firstly through the eyes fixed to the elastic in front of the board and then into the harness through the eyes near the front corners of the seat after which they are led through the pulleys near the rear corners of the seat and brought directly up to connect to the paraglider risers To adjust the system correctly the pilot has to adopt a flying position in the harness suspended from a flight simulator and hook into the risers of the paraglider Another person then helps by supporting the risers so the pilot can adjust the length of the speed system cords When no pressure is exerted on the speed bar the bar must be at a distance no greater than 10 cm below the front of the harness If the speed bar cord is too short it could cause a constant force on the bar during flight so t
13. r level of flying The Woody Valley team SAFETY NOTE You have purchased a piece of equipment manufactured by us and so you are aware of your identity as a paraglider pilot holding the respective pilot s licence and you accept all the risks connected to paragliding including the possibility of injury and death The Incorrect or inappropriate use of Woody Valley equipment greatly increases this risk In no case can Woody Valley and the Woody Valley retailer be held responsible for personal injury caused to yourself or to third parties or for whatever type of damage If you have any doubts on the use of our equipment please contact your retailer or the importer for your country WoodyValley 1 GENERALE INFORMATION erc aai 1 Fe a i 2 c cre en ee ee ee ee M 1 2e BEFORE USING THE HARNESS eiccncetesacseetecesqsecarsagcarscesepsctecseruascecnencestoncsecesanencsecasaanuareckecnasscnadeoerecccscciusacwenssecenseesnacmetesedesucaueameaescecepsstenacsensctseenecsnaseanecenenecceneseecsesse 2 CAERE EN N ST Ni 2 2 1 1 Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag c cccsescesscsssscnsosecsenesscsessonessssesusensosecsanenscsesuenssssusucaussssusaseusasensesecsasescsussensssssusc
14. sively by the manufacturer or staff authorized by the manufacturer The manufacturer and authorized service staff alone can use materials and techniques ensuring correct product functionality and its complete conformity to product certification The harness can be washed using a tepid solution of water and mild soap Zip fasteners should be kept clean and lubricated with silicone spray In the case of making any request to an official retailer or Woody Valley for maintenance operations please quote the complete identification number shown on the silver label in the rear pocket We hope that you enjoy great flights and happy landings with TRANSALP ww Woody Valley 6 TECHNICAL DATA Total weight Universal size including hook in karabiners 195k and built in Transalp rucksack d Type of protection AIRBAG protection Optional 330 gr Type of straps GET UP safety system Certification DHV GS 03 0339 06 Reserve parachute housing Optional 200 gr WoodyValley 7 CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL REPUBLIK OSTERREICH CT Q II STERREICHISCHER AERO CLUB FAA Blattgasse 6 A 1030 Wien Tel 43 1 7187297 Fax 43 1 7187297 17 Referat Technik H nge und Paragleiten D 83703 Gmund Miesbacherstr 2 Tel 49 8022 9675 40 Fax 49 8022 9675 99 MUSTERANERKENNUNGSSCHEIN CERTIFICATE OF TYPE ACCEPTANCE f r Paragleiter Gurtzeug Nr MAK GS 03 0339 06 Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftfahrtger t wird als Muster anerka
15. t TRANSALP is a product that was developed wholly by Woody Valley to meet the demands specifically expressed by our pilots This very light paraglider harness was designed to be the ideal product for a large proportion of pilots and above all for those pilots who like to hike up to launch sites and fly back down to the valley below TRANSALFP is a simple lightweight harness designed for maximum comfort and ease of use It is easy to carry around when not in the air Chest straps and leg straps are fitted with the GET UP safety system to prevent the pilot from sliding out of the harness in the case that he or she has forgotten to fasten the leg straps ww WoodyValley 2 BEFORE USING THE HARNESS TRANSALP must be assembled by a qualified paragliding professional such as your instructor More specifically great care has to be dedicated to inserting the reserve parachute into the harness in the correct way Only after this has been performed should the pilot adjust the harness for maximum comfort 2 1 Reserve parachute The container for the reserve parachute is not included in the standard harness It is an optional extra and it should be positioned on the harness attachment strap The container is large enough for most of the reserve parachutes available on the market today It is connected at two points on the two hook in karabiners in order to distribute load and to ensure a correct landing position in the case that the reserve parac
16. ts in a flight simulator If you cannot achieve the seated position without using your hands the sitting angle has to be checked and then the leg straps should be readjusted IMPORTANT All adjustments have to be performed symmetrically on both sides 3 FLYING WITH THE TRANSALP HARNESS 3 1 Pre flight checks For maximum safety use a complete and consistent system of pre flight checks and repeat the same mental sequence every flight ww Woody Valley Check that e all buckles are fastened Take particular care in the case of ice or snow Always clean off snow or ice before fastening buckles e the reserve parachute handle is fastened in its correct position and the pins are firmly inserted e pockets and zips are closed e the paraglider is connected correctly to the harness and that both karabiners are locked closed by means of their locking system e the speed bar is attached correctly to the glider 3 2 Pockets TRANSALP has a large mesh rear pocket It also has two loops again on the dorsal side for two telescopic trekking poles ww WoodyValley 3 3 Dual flying Flying dual with the TRANSALP harness is not recommended because the harness does not have enough dorsal protection Even if it were fitted with the optional protective airbag a passenger in front of the pilot would obstruct the inflation valve preventing the airbag from reaching its optimum protective capacity 3 4 Flying above water It is inadvisab
17. ures greater comfort during flight ww WoodyValley 2 2 2 Back position adjustment By adjusting the back using the trimmers higher up on the side the pilot adjusts the inclination of the torso with respect to the vertical axis in flight A good flying position improving control of the glider is obtained by positioning the face at about 15 cm from an imaginary line between the two karabiners 2 2 3 Shoulder strap adjustment Shoulder strap adjustment enables the harness to be adjusted to the pilot s height The adjustment buckle is situated low down near the rear edge of the seat The shoulder straps also support part of the torso weight to improve comfort ww Woody Valley 2 2 4 Chest strap adjustment The chest strap adjusts the distance between the two karabiners and it can be set between 37 and 48 centimetres When the chest strap is tighter stability is greater We recommend a length of about 40 42 cm A wider distance does not improve glider performance and a smaller distance can accentuate the effects of a twist following an asymmetric collapse 1 f A F zl 2 2 5 Leg strap adjustment Because the leg straps are attached relatively high up the pilot has considerable freedom in thigh movement Normally the manufacturer s original setting should be satisfactory However it is important to try reaching the correct seated position in the launch phase without using your hands by testing the movemen
18. wo skis an ice axe and two telecsopic trekking poles At the top of the rucksack there Is an elastic mesh into which more garments can be inserted or a small sleeping bag Other mesh pockets on the sides of the rucksack can be used to store various other objects 5 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Periodically ensure that the airbag valve and cover are in perfect condition above all after any impacts We recommend having your harness checked by your retailer every two years and replacing the main karabiners every two years To prevent unnecessary wear and deterioration of the harness it is important to avoid its scraping against the ground rocks or abrasive surfaces Do not expose the harness unnecessarily to UV radiation sunlight outside normal flying activities Wherever possible protect the harness from humidity and heat Store all your paragliding equipment in a cool dry place and never put it away while damp or wet Keep your harness as clean as possible by regularly cleaning off dirt with a plastic bristle brush and or a damp cloth If the harness gets exceptionally dirty wash it with water and a mild soap Allow the harness to dry naturally in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight If your reserve parachute ever gets wet e g in a water landing you must remove it from the harness dry it and repack it before putting it back in the container Repairs and replacement of harness components cannot be performed by the user but exclu
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