User`s manual
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1. e Carefully close and lock the leg straps Safe T strap and chest strap buckles Thigh strap quick release buckles female Thigh strap quick release buckles male Chest strap quick release buckles female Safe l Bar SUP AIR _SKYPPER Page 21 Guram Skipper Take off After being properly connected lock the Speedbag s left buckle 1 fastened to a line then connect the Cockpit supporting velcro 2 and lock the Speedbag s second buckle 3 to the right Keep an upright posture while taking off do not try to immediately seat in your harness distance yourself from the ground first Then backpedal fo reach and grab the speedbag Push yourself all the way into the harness by using the foot rest to reach a comfortable seating posture Note that it is easier to backpedal and grab the speedbag while standing upright inside the harness and inversely more difficulf when already seated Do not let go your toggles from your hands when flying close fo the terrain INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 22 Guram SkUupper Fe In flight Once in flight the SKYPPER FR s behavior is intuitive and precis Please set the distance between the two carabiners according to aerology conditions and to the wing manufacturer s recommendations contrary loosening the strap provides more efficiency but can be dangerous in turbulent aer2. This page will help you to record all the life stages of your ACRO3 harness Serial number Purchase date gel e Care LJ Care Owner s name Resale Resale Dae ft Workshop s name Buyer s name Workshop s name Buyer s name Name and stamp of the shop Care Care Resale C Resale Workshop s name Buyer s name Workshop s name Buyer s name INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 29 SSR IIIT INN SOS NING Ceo NARA
3. reserve parachute handle to check and validate the proper extraction sequence POD handle Repeat installation procedure afterward Rescue parachufe riser connection Each Dyneema riser connects to the harness via a Mail lon Rapides and is kept in place with a toric joint Leff reserve Right reserve Connecting the right reserve parachute risers parachute risers parachute risers Connecting the left then over the left reserve parachute risers right reserve parachutes The risers are connected to the same Maillons Rapides Joining the right and left reserve parachutes E SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 15 Guram Installing the accelerator Skipper T NA A wy 5 mm accelerator Dyneema line D WwW speedbag elasticated connection Es SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 16 Place the pouch inside the receptacle loca ted inside the dorsal storage pocket Push the drinking tube through the green zip ac cessing the Bumpalir Na a TlexXIo AriINKina V ERR iti Sr Push the drinking tube through the guiding zip located underneath the reserve para chute risers sleeve n lose the risers guide flaps while placing the drinking tube between the velcros Overall view of the shoulder straps with the dr
4. VENNNNN NN PT TESS SS SS A Russa Di a s ILL PELLI RAIL User s manual er DE en English Guram Skupperf DP Thank you for your choice of a SKYPPER FR We are proud to join you on your journey in our common passion paragliding SUP AIR has been designing producing and selling accessories for free flying activities since 1984 By choosing a SUP AIR product you benefit from almost thirty years of expertise innovation and listening This is also our philosophy working endlessly to develop better products and maintain a high quality production in Europe We trust that you will find this user s manual comprehensive explicit and hopefully plea sant to read Please scroll through it carefully You will find the most recently updated product informationat www supair com If you have a any further questions feel free fo ask one of our retailers And of course the entire SUP AIR i Team is af your disposal through info supaircom We wish you many safe flights enjoyable hours and happy landings The SUP AIR team Photo Pilot Charles CAZAUX INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 2 Guram Skipper Introduction Technical information Technical specifications Size choice Nomenclature Harness overview Pockets and portability BUMPAIR assembly Installing the cockpit Reserve parachute pocket cha
5. adjustment Lower back support shoulder straps adjustment Dorsal storage pocket sliding guide system diagram Adjusting the speedBag angle Adjusting the Speedbag length Foot plate speedbag closing buckles Reserve parachute handle Reserve parachute container Harken pulley Rear profile SUP AIR _SKYPPER Page 8 Guram Pockets and portability Skipper Dorsal storage pocket Inner wafer pocket Inner 10 liter water ballast pocket side storage pocket Ballast dumping valve passage Drag Chute compartment q 4 4 4 44 4 Cockpit 6 INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUPAIR _SKYPPERFR Page 9 Guram Installing the seat plate SkUupper Fe ES SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 10 The Bumpair is installed in place permanently There is no need to re move it from its location except in case of severe impact when it would be necessary fo inspect it for possible damage lt q Open the zipped pocket lt Open the internal zip green of the U shaped pocket Push the Bumpair forward while chec king the following points The Bumpair must be pushed all the way in sandwiched beneath the sea ting area and the supporting wall stit ched along the green seam marker The Bumpair will set itself in this com par
6. ard Resting against the shoulder straps enhances comfort the ad justment must be precisely done Tighten ES SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 19 Sue _ Inflight behavior SkUupper Fe The SKYPPER is a XC and competition harness Efficient and stable it transmits precisely the wing s output to the pilot Keep in mind that we want to see you practice this specialty with peace of mind and for as long as possible The best gear will not protect you against over confidence or a cascade of mishaps A SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 20 Guram SkUupper Fe Pre Flight check e Check that the harness and the carabiners are not damaged e Check thoroughly that the rescue handle cable has not come out of the snapper flaps e Check that your personal settings have not been modified e Check that all zippers and buckles are properly closed e Check that the speed bar is properly adjusted and connected to the wing refer to page 20 e Check that no rigging line or other object comes in contact with the rescue parachute handle After a thorough weather conditions analysis when the decision to fly has been taken put your harness on 4 4 44 Es SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe
7. dentical models or models recommended by the manufacturer SUPAIR IN SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 26 Repair Q Materials Recycling BS SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Sur am Skupper Fr IN spite of using the highest quality materials it is possible for your harness to eventually deteriorate through general use If showing any signs of significant wear and tear you should check it and have it repaired at a certified repair centre if necessary SUP AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period Please contact us either by telephone or by E mail sav supair com in order to receive a quotation Fabrics Under the seat parachute risers DYNEEMA RIPSTOP Dyneema 1350 N CORDURA CORDURA RIPSTOP Speedbag LYCRA Webbings Polyamide 20 mm 500 DaN Polyester 25 mm 1250 DaN All our materials are selected for their technical and environmentally friendly characteristics None of thre components found in them will harm the environment and most are recyclable If you estimate that your harness has reached the end of its lifesoan you can then separate the plastic from the metallic parts and apply up to date sorting rules in effect in your community As for the fabric parts we will advise you to contact your local s
8. end checking your harness during a hang test before flying N B Three important icons will help you while reading this manual 4 Advice Caution Danger Sk E De VALLI a INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUPAIR _SKYPPERFR Page 4 Guram Technical specifications Skipper Model SKYPPER FR SKYPPER FR SKYPPER FR 2 M Pilot size 160 170 170 180 180 195 i Backrest height cm Pilot weight cm 60 5 70 35 80 100 Harness weight carabiners soeedbar 745 LIS 7 69 Reclined seating height cm Designed for Paragliding only Ul Backrest height cm seat length cm seat width cm Carabiners height cm Carabiners distance cm 36 46 speedbar length cm seat length cm W W wi KIN WINIO wi KIN Co ENO IN N seat width cm OO Carabiners height cm 444444 Impact damping system Airbag Volume SUA RIS E Impact damping system Bumpair Thickness Certification Flight tandem Pilot Passenger Flight acrobatic flying No TNR ARIES ASE tawing LES ompattibility Yes INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 5 LR ARE Size choice Skipper Choosing your harness size is important You will find below a measurement chart to help with your selection Nonetheless we will advise you to try the harness in various sizes durin
9. g a hang test at one of our retailers to find your correct fitting size For a complete list of our retailers please click here www supadircom A ht INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUPAIR _SKYPPERFR Page 6 Guram Nomenclature Skupper r ae Meana gt XS Be SKYPPER FR harness 1 BUMPAIR 15 cm 30 mm self locking carabiners x2 Reserve parachute handle for pod located beneath the seat ref E2 x2 Triple stage speedbar for 29 mm Harken pulleys XC carbon fiber seat plate 36x33 Speedbag carbon fiber seat plate SML oder XL Removable Cockpit and its instrument support Dyneema reserve parachute risers 1 pair 444444444 q 6 mm x 2 Maillon Rapide q O ring x4 TOA ent ss E ine A mannan Ni YU Rear profile q AN N E x aa ES INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUPAIR _SKYPPERFR Page 7 Guram SkUupper Fe This illustration will helo you understanding the user s manual DNS A ee UPAIR a E q Es SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe aqaanadga a JA IAA 4 AGA Chest strap quick release buckle Safe I strap Leg strap quick release buckle Chest strap adjustment Backrest tilt
10. inking tube SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of The components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPER Page 17 Guram Adjusting the seating posture Skijpper Fr Adjusting the harness prior takeoff is extremely important speedbag adjustment buckles beneath the seat speedbag lateral adjustment buckles speedbag lateral tension adjust ment strap buckles Backrest angle adjustment loose ning strap Tightening loop cord backrest angle adjustment Lumbar loosening adjustment sup port strap Tightening loop cord lumbar sup port shoulder tightening loop cord shoulder strap 44a 444444 shoulder loosening strap 4 ES SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR SKYPPER Page 18 Guram Skipper A Adjusting the Speedbag angle and length Using the two lateral buckles and the two buckles underneath the seat modify the speedbag angle around the horizontal axis B Adjusting the backrest angle Modify the angle by pulling on the cord to become closer to the vertical axis or the black strap fo pull away from the vertical AXIS Tighten The lumbar support can be tightened increased or loosened Loosen with the strap or the loop cord Loosen C Adjusting the shoulder straps Tighten the shoulder straps by pulling the the loop cord forward Loosen by pulling the tubular strap rearw
11. nd using a soft solvent such as soap a brush and rinse thoroughly DO NOT use chemicals such as aggressive detergents or strong solvents as they may deteriorate the webbing stitching and harness fabrics The zip fasteners should be lubricated from time fo time using a silicon spray only Storage and transport When not using your harness store it inside your paragliding rucksack in a dry cool and clean place protected from UV exposure If your harness is wet dry it thoroughly before storing During transport protect the harness from any mechanical or UV deterioration use a bag Avoid long transports in wet or humid conditions Product longevity Independently from the pre flight checks you must open and unfold your rescue parachute once every 6 months Once every 2 years you need to perform a complete harness check e webbings no wear tear or material unraveling no unwanted folds The threads making the webbing and fabrics used in the ACRO3 have been selected to offer the best possible light weight to longevity ratio Nonetheless in some conditions after long term exposure to UV and or significant abrasion or exposure to chemicals if is compulsory to have your harness s integrity checked at a certified repair centre Your safety depends on If These carabiners must never be used for anything else than paragliding not for climbing nor towing etc Carabiners must be replaced by new ones every five 5 years by i
12. ology increased risk of falling 4 Tightening provides more stability but less harness piloting efficiency Beware of the increased risk of riser twisting On the towards the collapsed side of your glider Speed bar use Seat We recommend a careful use of the speed bar due to the increased risk a possible frontal collapse Please carefully read your glider s ope ration manual first bar rides beneath the ballast pocket When the ballast pocket is empty be certain fo tighten it and decrease its volume to enable the accelerator to operate smoothly The SKYPER FR accelerator is equipped with three stages 3 bars The When this pocket is empty the ballast pouch must be fully tightened to diminish its volume and enable the accelerator to operate smoothly INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 23 Guram Skypper Fr Landing Approaching landing take your legs out of the speedbag early enough Straighten your body adopt an upright posture and be ready to run to dissipate the horizontal soeed to a stop Do not land whilst still seated position this is dangerous Using the reserve parachute We strongly advise you to frequently check the reserve parachute handle location to lowering your right hand following the risers This movement should become second nature to maximize your chance of rapide and successful extractions in case of an eme
13. on should oreferably be made last POD handle pointing upward handle must be pointing Upward rescue parachute installation done by Push the reserve parachute risers through someone knowled Extendable flaps the risers guiding sleeve the risers must be geable with the positioned behind the parachute Process Push fhe cord through grommet 4 and insert Push fhe cord through grommet the yellow handle cable in the loop Carefully 3 remove the cord and tuck away the end of the handle under the outer end pockets Push the cord through the elasti cated loop 1 Push cord through grommet 8 Insert the yellow handle cable in the loop Carefully remove the cord Tuck away the end of the handle under the outer end pockets SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 14 still using the cord push the elasti Push the cord through grommet 7 cated loop 5 through grommet SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Guram Astallina th oaracn SkUpper Fr You can only install one reserve parachute to the right or the left for a total of 2 para chutes between the two containers A j Inner rigid flaps Rigid internal flaps Neoprene lining TWo rigid flaps are to be closed Close the two rigid flaps between on the inside of the Speedbag the stiffened panel and the neo Once the installation prene lining nas been comple ted gently pull on the
14. pecialized recycling center s SUP AIR _SKYPPER Page 27 Guram Skypper Fr Warranty SUPAIR takes the greatest care in the design and production of its product line hence offers a five 5 years limited warran ty from the purchase date against any manufacturing defect or design issues occurring during normal use Any damage or degradation resulting from incorrect or abusive use abnormal exposure fo aggressive factors including but not limited to high temperature intense sun exposure high humidity etc will invalidate this warranty Disclaimer Paragliding is an activity requiring skills specific Knowledge and sound judgement Be safe by learning in certified schools subscribe and obtain an adequate insurance policy as well as a flying license while always making sure your flying skills are up to the task in various weather flying conditions SUP AIR cannot be held responsible for your paragliding decisions or activities This SUP AIR product has been designed exclusively for paragliding Any other activity such as skydiving or BASE jumping is absolutely forbidden Pilot s gear It is essential to wear a helmet suitable boots and clothing Carrying a reserve parachute suitable for your weight and correctly connected to your harness is also very important IN SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 28 Guram intenance manual SkUupper Fe
15. racteristics Connecting the handle to the POD Reserve parachute installation Placing the parachute in its pocket Connecting the Y risers Connecting the standard risers Installing the accelerator Adjustments Adjusting the SoeedBag angle and length Adjusting the backrest angle Adjusting the shoulder straps Inflight harness behavior Pre Flight check Photo SUPAIR DONORA 1 12 12 12 13 14 15 l 17 18 18 18 19 20 Take off SpeedBag installation In flight Speed bar use Landing Using the reserve parachute Complements Accessories Washing and harness maintenance Storage and transport Product longevity Maintenance Repair Materials Recycling Warranty Disclaimer Pilot s gear service Book BS SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Table of contents 21 22 Zo zo 24 24 Za 26 26 26 26 Za Zi a 28 28 28 29 SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 3 Guram Introduction Skipper Welcome to the SKYPPER FR world one of performance comfort and piloting precision You now own a fully equipped harness targetting high level competition pilots and long distance records seekers Perfectly seated in an integrated streamlined profile you will be able to feel with great accuracy every movement your wing will send to the SKYPPER FR during long efficient high speed flights After reading this manual we will recomm
16. rgency 4 Evaluate your height over the ground If you have a lot of altitude it may be better to attempt a wing recovery to normal flight If in doubt then deploy you reserve parachute Deploying a rescue parachute should only be done as an emergency With a strong lateral and then vertical tug pull the handle towards you and then throw the whole parachute including the bag and handle as hard as hard as possible away from the harness and an unobstructed trajectory As soon as the parachute deploys haul down the glider by pulling as symmetrically as possible on the risers C or D lines Be prepared to land by adopting an upright position The second reserve parachute must only be deployed when subsequent problems occur with the main and first rescue system sequence BS SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 24 LE F 2 DRE Skipper r Using the Drag Chufe The SKYPPER FR was designed to use a Drag Chute If the Drag Chute was to be used in flight if can be found stowed away inside the left pocket along the Speedbag This pocket is large and open enough for an easy chute extraction INI SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPER Page 25 Guram Maintenance Skypper Fr Washing and harness maintenance Itis a good idea fo wash your harness from time to time We recomme
17. tment resting against the reserve parachute pockets ES N E em peo a q The upper Bumpair section must be 4 a __x_ 1 iL inserted inside the hood beneath GA the backrest straps ES SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFk Page 11 uPA tailing The cockpit Skupper The cockpit is installed on the right side of the harness and Speed bag Wen entering and seating inside the harness the Cockpit auto matically finds its correct location and positioning for optimal and direct instrument visibility Easily removable it is nevertheless equip ped with a detachable velcroed supporting instrument platform to carry away fo briefings if needed Installing the cockpit in the compartment inside the Speeedbag When ready to seat inside the har ness after locking the plastic leg and chest straps buckles close the plastic Speebag buckles then fold the Velcro strap over the Cockpit For better instrument visibility and need to straighten the Cockpit it can simply be done by raising the velcro central location W SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 12 Guram oo Reserve assembly Skipper Thank you for carefully reading the following We advise you to have the initial rescue parachufe installation done by someone knowled geable
18. with the process Reserve parachute pocket characteristics e 2 side pockets with 4 flaps One to the right and one to the left symettrically located e Cable locking system e Volume 3 to 8 liters e Compatible with the SUPAIR LIGHT or X TRALITE reserve para chutes as well other solo models Handle to POD connection 1 Atach the handle to the POD central webbing passage and make a loop to loop configuration 2 lighten the loop to loop connection then check the overall integrity of the assembly Connecting the Dyneema risers fo the reserve parachute Connecting each of the 2 reserve parachutes Dyneema riser sets with a loop to loop confi guration The handle must be connected to the central POD loop BS SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR _SKYPPERFR Page 13 Installing the reserve parachutes Right handed pilots will install and connect A the left reserve parachute first The reverse Thank you for care will apply to left handed pilots fully reading the Insert the reserve parachute in its receiving following We advise pocket with the flaps extented outward The you fo have the initial Installing the reserve parachutes in their respective pockets Reserve risers beneath the POD guided through the sleeve to the shoulders The shoulder connecti
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