Operating Instructions UP Sherpa 2
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3. It is important especially when there is a long trek involved that the backpack is adjusted for maximum comfort The following advice should be considered when packing 20 Top pocket inthe lid Load control straps S formed shoulder belt Compression Chest belt straps Shoulder belt straps Detachable hip belt Hip belt stabilization straps Illustration 3 UP Backpack Adjustment of the backpack When fully loaded all compression straps should be tightened to secure the load in the pack All carrying straps should be set fully loose and the pack then put on your back The hip belt should be fastened and tightened to rest approximately in the middle of the hip Any slack should be taken out of the shoulder straps and the chest strap should be done up The load control straps at the shoulders and hips can now be tightened to achieve the desired stability 21 Packing suggestions The load should be arranged in accordance with the diagram below with the heaviest weight closest to the shoulders Try to avoid having heavy objects either too low in the pack or too far behind the shoulders Medium weight items should be packed high and only light items in the base and outside pockets Illustration 4 Ideal weight distribution within the UP Backpack 22 Before the first flight Adjustments The UP Sherpa2 has undergone an extensive development program
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6. and series of flight tests to ensure that the production model exhibits the optimum characteristics with regard to safety handling and flight performance As with all products from UP Europe the UP Sherpa 2 is manufactured to the highest quality and precision The line lengths of each glider are individually checked and recorded before dispatch Under no circumstances should the lengths of the lines or risers of the UP Sherpa 2 be altered in any way Notice Any changes to line lengths or riser configuration will invalidate certification The only change allowed is to the length of the lower brake line This should only be done by an experienced person Position of the brakes The UP Sherpa 2 is delivered from the factory with what we feel is the best brake position for most pilots But tall or short pilots or those with a harness with non standard attachment points might feel it necessary to change the position of the brake handles If the brakes are to be shortened it is extremely important to avoid the adjustment affecting the glider s trim speed There must always be some slack in the 23 brakes when they are fully released This can be checked with the glider inflated above the pilot s head There should be a noticeable bow in the brake lines and the brakes should be having no effect on the shape of the trailing edge If the brake lines are to be lengthened it is important to ensure that the pilot can still
7. approximately 1m above the ground and then apply both brakes completely When landing in stronger wind less brake is required Landing from steep turns should be avoided due to the risk of an uncontrolled pendulum reaction Towing The UP Sherpa 2 tows easily There are no special techniques that need to be employed but consideration should be given to the following points e It makes sense to open the trimmers for towing Doing this reduces the angle of attack during the tow so that the glider flies more above the pilots as opposed to hanging back It also makes inflating the glider easier e For tandem paragliders it is not necessarry to use the tow release adapter now recommended for solo towing We recommend hooking into the passenger harness main karabiners even if the harness is equipped with tow release loops For tandem towing these are placed too low and will result in an unsuitable load distribution with the pilot passenger being pulled too far forward e Especially when you are towing at an unknown field make sure that you are fully aware of any 35 local conditions and peculiarities Ask the local pilots if you are at all unsure During the launch ensure that the glider is completely inflated and over your head before giving the start towing signal If the glider is not central over your head do not continue with the tow Any corrections attempted through the brakes during this critical phase may r
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9. easy handling As with all UP products the materials used have been carefully chosen for their outstanding quality and strength to guarantee a long and trouble free service life Technical Data UP Sherpa 2 Flat area 41 4 ne Projected area 35 1 ne Flat span 14 5 m Projected span 11 4 m Flat aspect ratio 5 1 Projected aspect ratio 3 7 Number of supported ribs 36 Number of cells top surface 45 Number of cells bottom surface 45 Average line length 8 24 m Total line length 475 m Total number of lines 266 Line dimensions mm 1 18 1 8 2 5 Glider weight 8 8 kg Trim speed 39 km h Top speed 45 km h DHV Category 1 2 GH DHV Hook in weight 130 220 daN 10 Further construction details including line lengths are included in the certification specification sheets that form part of this manual Any technical changes will appear in the appendix Canopy material The UP Sherpa 2 is constructed from polyamide cloth which is particularly stretch resistant and durable and is specially treated for maximum UV resistance After an extensive series of tests and years of practical experience we have found that the best material is a high tenacity polyamide New Sky Tex from Porcher Marine France with the Designation 9092 E85A top surface cloth weight 46 g m 9017 E38A bottom surface cloth weight 40 g m and 9092 E29A ribs and V Tapes cloth weight 45 g m
10. main carbines in the central suspension point Notice Since most pilots prefer the T bar suspension system the UP Sherpa 2 is delivered with the brake line length adjusted for the use of this system If you prefer to use the V suspension system you should extend the brake lines by app 8cm to avoid having the brake set too short this adversely effects launch and flying characteristics 17 The T bar suspension system This A shaped suspension system allows pilot and passenger to be suspended with a little distance between them An approximately 32 cm long aluminum rod sewn into the webbing maintains a comfortable and tire free position for both even for longer flights Main Suspension Passanger heavy Velcro Guide For Rescue Main P G T Pilo N ilot ji Upper Passanger Suspension KZ Suspension Lower Passanger g Suspension Illustration 3a UP Sherpa 2 T bar 18 The V suspension This system has been developed in conjunction with professional tandem pilots Because there is no built in aluminum rod the system has pilot and passenger hanging closer together resulting in better contact and control during start flight and landing Notice The V suspension system may ONLY be used in the configuration shown in the illustration Please make sure that the This Side UP sign is pointing upwards and that the carbine is threaded through the colour coded s
11. parachute harness etc to our service team is in a box via post or UPS Enclose a note of what requires doing 2 Year Check repair repack etc and also your daytime contact details We will return your equipment either by post or UPS Please indicate preferred method of payment either bank cheque or C o d Should you require any further information about the services we offer please contact us at the address and phone number below We are also able to give you information about your nearest Authorised Service Centre as well as other manufacturers who are authorised to check and repair UP gliders and equipment UP Europe GmbH Abteilung Service Altjoch 19A 82431 Kochel am See Germany Email service up europe com Service Phone 49 0 88 51 92 92 40 Fax 49 0 88 51 92 92 60 53 UP Homepage The UP Homepage gives you information about the latest news and products from UP You will find any technical information and accessories for your UP Sherpa 2 as well as many useful things that are necessary for flying Beside paragliders harnesses and flying equipment you will also find the new Skywear collection with the latest flying garments and the News section which will keep you updated with all activities around UP www up europe com 54 Some final words With paragliding a fundamental new air sport has emerged one that makes independent flight possible for almost everybody The techni
12. 6 first as there is a chance of quite large collapses at high bank angles Also notice that a wing over flown with more than 90 degrees bank angle is classified as illegal aerobatics Emergency Steering If for some reason the UP Sherpa2 cannot be controlled with the brakes for example if the brake handle has come off the main brake line it can be steered and landed with the rear risers Be aware that when rear riser steering the glider is a great deal more responsive to pilot input and the stall happens very suddenly Further references Attaching heavy adhesive logos made out of unsuited material to the wing may result in the revocation of the glider certification Always make sure that your intended logo will not in any way influence the glider behaviour If in doubt we suggest avoiding the attachment of advertising logos on the wing UP cannot be held responsible for any mishaps caused by intentional after sales changes done to the wing UP cannot take any responsibility if the glider is changed in any way Avoid flying in extremely humid weather or when it rains When wet the wing may show radical changes to its flight behaviour for example by suddenly developing a deep stall tendency or by being difficult to reinflate after an asymmetric collapse Should you nevertheless happen to fly into a rain shower please observe the following 47 e Deep stall and stall may happen much earlier i e with considerabl
13. Motorised Paragliding The UP Sherpa 2 has not been tested for use with any kind of engine If you wish to fly your UP Sherpa 2 with a motor please get in touch with the manufacturer of the engine unit with UP Europe GmbH and with the governing body for ultralight flying in your area to check on certification of this configuration Flying with passenger The UP Sherpa2 was designed and certified for Tandem Paragliding with two people pilot and passenger Flying the UP Sherpa 2 alone only one 27 person is not allowed neither is flying with more than one passenger All participating persons and every piece of equipment has to have the necessary and proper licenses certifications and ratings appropriate for the country where the flights are to be made Taking passengers on board has to one of the most demanding challenges in the sport of paragliding It is an outstanding opportunity for the pilot to convey the fascination of paragliding to another person but requires the utmost in skill and responsibility on the part of the pilot It is their responsibility to ensure that the flight is a safe and a good one and that the passenger carries with them the memory of a remarkable and enjoyable experience 28 Flying the UP Sherpa 2 Pre flight check Make sure whenever you get your UP Sherpa 2 back from somebody else to check the glider very carefully if you are not the only pilot flying it Ask if there was anyth
14. Operating Instructions UP Sherpa 2 Operating Instructions The data and statements contained within this manual may be changed without prior notice No part of this manual may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by any means either electronic or mechanical without explicit written permission from Ultralite Products Europe 1995 2004 by Ultralite Products Europe 3 ss a Table of contents WELCOME IN OUR TEAM esseseesesnsvsevenssvessensesnssvesensssenssesesnsneee 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2200002220000000000020020002020000000002000000200000 8 DEVELOPMENT OF PARAGLIDERS AT UP 9 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 2220000000000200200220000002000000000002000 10 TECHNICAL DATA s sisvsstivsesesessieseses esssvies rereseissssesensrissk ussese seneert 10 CANOPY MATERIAL 11 CANOPY CONSTRUCTION bssssseerssresssssrsrsrsrerrrrrsrrrrrrrr reser rr rrr sr rrr rr rr orn 11 LINE MATERIAL ubia 13 LINE SYSTEM 5 sn ss ae ANENE EAE AEE ENNS 14 Pe nav spes ke 15 PILOT AND PASSENGER SUSPENSION SYSTEM w wewewa 17 The T bar suspension system 18 The V SUuspenston rsm rsenrrnnsvensresessvnsnesisvrsetrgnsersersi renter 19 UP BAGRPACK ii aaa 20 Adjustment of the backpack ss 21 PACKING suggestions ss 22 BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT 2 2220000000000000000000000000 0000000 23 DJUSTMENTS ER 23 Position of the brakes ss 23 SUITABLE HARNESSES
15. brakes The UP Sherpa 2 has a wide useable speed range coupled with excellent stability at all speeds The speed can be set with the brakes to optimize performance in any situation Maximum glide speed is achieved with the brakes released completely whereas minimum sink speed is with approximately 15 to 20 cm of brake applied Further braking will not improve the sink rate but the brake pressure increases noticeably as the glider reaches minimum speed Notice Flying close to the stall point is very dangerous and should be avoided At speeds below minimum sink the danger of entering an unintentional stall or spin is increased dramatically Using the trimmers The UP Sherpa 2 comes equipped with trimmers on the C D risers The trimmers are operated via the Kamet buckles on the D risers This trimsystems allows an airspeed increase of 3 5km h Open trimmmers and the resulting increased airspeed are suitable for flying in stronger winds for towing for flying with big ears or when flying with light passengers It is also useful for long transitions into headwinds UP Europe recommends open trimmers 33 when flying with low to medium hook in weight This ensures optimum launching behaviour airspeed and handling When flying heavy over 190 kg hook in weight we recommend closing the trimmers Please note that the trimmers should be pulled to neutral position when there is a danger of unusual flying situations N
16. cal simplicity the mobility of the wing and the ease of learning the basic flight techniques have made paragliding appear simple and straightforward As long as you fly with the necessary respect for the demands and dangers then these ideals of paragliding will be fulfilled You should decide for yourself whether conditions are suitable before you proceed with the flight You should always be aware that any kind of air sport is potentially dangerous if you overstep the natural and physical laws whether from ignorance or unreasonableness Probably there are only a few sports where success requires besides physical fitness understanding the processes in nature to such a high degree a fact which distinguishes paragliding as sport especially The charm of flying lies in understanding the processes in nature because you have to try again and again to fathom the logic and fly with regard to the decisions you make If you want to realise the dream of flying the dream of free movement in the air fly not to impress others fly for the sheer joy of it We at UP wish you delightful beautiful and accident free flying with your UP Sherpa 2 SEE YOU UP IN THE SKY Your UP Europe Team from Helmut Reichmann from the book Streckensegelflug 55 Sa Attachments Line Layout Pan 57 Reply CANO n R e 58 CHECK SNE ua i 60 56 Line Layout Plan ron 7 9
17. cover before trying again Keep a steady tension on the inside brake and observe the increased angle of bank and sink rate A little brake on the outer wing will help stabilize the glider at a high sink rate To recover from a spiral simply release the inside brake Do this gradually to prevent an uncontrolled steep climb caused by the excess energy built up during the dive Be prepared for the glider to climb a little and to damp out the subsequent dive Be warned that steep spiral dives are equal to high G loading on both you and your glider Notice Never pull Big Ears in a spiral dive as it s relatively easy to overload of paraglider pilot and equipment B Line Stalls To induce a B line stall start from normal un accelerated flight Reach up and take hold of both B risers still with your hands in the brake loops and pull down simultaneously by app 15 to 20 cm The first few centimeters of travel will be quite hard but as the glider settles into the stall so the effort becomes less The glider will drop back a little as it stalls and then 39 centralize over your head With 20 cm or so of pull a sink rate of up to 6 m s can be achieved With less pull you will get a decrease in sink rate Pulling down more than 20 cm is not recommended as the paraglider may become unstable To recover from a B line stall let up both B risers simultaneously and quickly The UP Sherpa 2 will dive forwards slightly as it regains fo
18. d design however an active flying style in turbulence will help increase safety by preventing unnecessary collapses and deformation of the canopy Be aware that your passenger will often not have your experience of strong thermals and their associated turbulence and could easily become airsick or frightened Always leave yourself the option of flying into smooth conditions Getting down fast All rapid descent manoeuvres should be practiced initially in smooth conditions with plenty of height before you need to use them for real It is important to distinguish between the three techniques and to know the merits of each You should inform your passenger before the flight about all planned manoeuvres Notice All other manoeuvres such as full stalls and spins should be avoided as fast descent techniques They are not very efficient and incorrect recovery can have dangerous consequences as with any paraglider 38 Steep Spiral Dive A maximum sink rate of over 15 m s can be achieved in a steep spiral dive but it is advisable to build up gradually to these sink rates when you first practice spiraling Getting the UP Sherpa 2 into a spiral dive is very simple and has already been described in the chapter regarding turning When entering the spiral it is essential to induce the turn gradually if you apply the brake too quickly you may enter a spin If this happens release the brake immediately and let the glider re
19. e right rescue system it is very important to use only a special Tandem Rescue System with a maximum load of 180 200 daN that has been designed and certified for Tandem Paragliding Using a normal rescue system with only 100 120 daN maximum load capacity is illegal extremely hazardous and should be avoided totally Neither is the use of two single reserves an alternative to a proper tandem reserve for example the UP Profile Bi developed especially for tandem use The connecting bridle from the reserve must be attached between the risers and the T Bars to allow a controlled emergency landing with the passenger NEVER attach the reserve only to the pilot s harness once deployed the passenger will swing below the pilot and both could suffer serious injury during landing 26 Use of the UP Sherpa 2 The UP Sherpa 2 has been developed and tested solely for foot launched and winch launched paragliding flights It is not allowed and potentially dangerous to use the glider for any other purpose Aerobatics The UP Sherpa2 has not been developed constructed and or tested for aerobatics use Notice The glider has not been certified for aerobatics Performing aerobatics with the UP Sherpa2 or any other paraglider can be very dangerous Doing aerobatics can induce flying configurations well beyond the tested flight envelope and can lead to total loss of control Aerobatics can also overload your glider and break it in flight
20. ect connection of the passenger s harness straps and the connection between the wing and the pilot passenger suspension system 5 Right before the launch you should once again check the wind direction Then check the air space for other paragliders Clicking into the T bar or the V suspension system The UP Sherpa 2 has been tested and certified with both a standard T bar spreader bar suspension system and a V suspension system Using the UP Sherpa 2 with other tandem suspension systems is not recommended as it could adversely affect both flight characteristics and the behaviour in extreme flight situations The T bar spreader bar suspension system The incorporation of two main hang points on the T bar see Illustration 3a serves to eliminate the disadvantages of flying with passengers either much heavier or much lighter than the pilot When flying with a heavier passenger use the foremost hang point on the T bar When flying with lighter passenger use the rearmost hang point This is also the position to use when pilot and passenger are of equal weight At the passenger end of the T bar there are also two attachment options The upper one is intended for use 30 with passengers of the same height or taller than the pilot Is the passenger noticeably shorter than the pilot we recommend using the lower attachment point to improve the launch handling of the setup The V suspension system This system has three diff
21. eps the trimmers and big ears tabs within easy reach The new Dirt Pocket in the wingtip allows for easy removal of dirt 12 Illustration 1 CAD drawing UP Sherpa 2 Line material For the UP Sherpa2 we have chosen the newly developed Technora Superaram lines from Cousin Trestec We use lines with diameters of 1 18 1 8 and 2 5 mm These lines are made with a special Co Aramide core and show considerably higher break loads than other lines with standard Aramide core material Furthermore they are far less susceptible to weakening through kinks than any of the other Aramide lines we have tested And finally this new line shows much less tendency towards stretching than any Dyneema based lines This is of great importance in order to avoid adversely influencing the flight characteristics through uneven stretching across the span of your new wing 13 The demands for the main brake lines are slightly different since stretching is of less importance in this particular line we have opted for a line with a Dyneema core also from Cousin Trestec which shows a higher strength when knotted than other products Line system The entire line system is formed from individual lines which are sewn and looped at both ends The single line levels are connected over a special hoop technology handshake to prevent a weakening of the core and a loss of strength The lines and stitching are subject to rigorous produc
22. erent main suspension points see Illustration 3b to cater for passengers of different girth Normally we suggest using the middle one position 2 Neutral Only when flying with very large passengers is it necessary to switch to the position 1 Only when the pilot is much larger than the passenger do we recommend using position 3 The V suspension system has two optional settings for the passenger hang points The upper one is recommended for passengers of the same size and taller than the pilot The lower hang point is recommended when flying with passengers significantly shorter than the pilot and serves to improve the launching characteristics Mounting the tandem reserve Always mount the reserve so that unintentional opening by either passenger or pilot is out of the question Please refer to the reserve manufacturers User Manual The reserve bridle should run along the pilots back then follow the T bar through the Velcro guide and finally be attached to the main carbines at the main suspension point where the risers are attached Any other mode of attachment will compromise the safety of pilot and passenger in the event of a reserve opening 31 Launching The take off characteristics of the UP Sherpa 2 are extremely straightforward Only a gentle forward pressure on the A risers is necessary and the glider will inflate evenly and climb above your head The glider has no tendency to hang back behind you or to ove
23. esult in the canopy deflating again or in the tow progressing with a non flying wing if tow tension is applied when the glider is not correctly positioned then a lock out or a stall could occur Try to avoid large brake inputs until you are reasonably high Emphasize weight shift if any course correction is necessary close to the ground Do not try to climb steeply during the first part of the tow Good airspeed is essential Do not use a towline tension greater than 150 daN at any time during the tow All persons involved with the towing operation should be suitably qualified and experienced All equipment used should where necessary be certified and a tow permit should be valid for the field being used 36 Flight safety The development of high performance paragliders from square parachutes has meant vast improvements in speed sink rate and handling But at the same time it has also led to a requirement on behalf of the pilot for accurate sensitive control and an acute anticipation of possible flying conditions Any glider whether beginner or competition can collapse in turbulent conditions and you must be able to react accordingly Today you have a wide choice between different gliders in the UP range The main difference between the gliders is in the stability that each class offers Beginner wings react to turbulence less dramatically and are more forgiving when compared to top performance gliders wh
24. g the incident Asymmetric collapse The UP Sherpa 2 belongs to a new generation of paragliders that possess a high level of passive safety when in an asymmetric collapse The canopy will only turn very slowly allowing the pilot plenty of time to control the situation Should an asymmetric collapse occur the pilot should counter the turn through careful counter steering Even without countering the turn the UP Sherpa 2 will normally only turn very little before stabilizing on its own The reinflation will also generally happen automatically but can be assisted through counter steering on the opposite side and applying light brake pressure on the collapsed side no hectic pumping With large asymmetric collapses it is important to counter steer carefully to avoid stalling the open side Full frontal collapse A negative angle of attack occurring through turbulence or from simultaneously pulling down both A risers results in a full frontal collapse of the leading edge of the canopy The UP Sherpa 2 will normally reinflate quickly on its own but can be assisted through the application of a light double sided symmetrical brake input 43 The stalls When a paraglider flies through the air a laminar and a turbulent airflow forms around the surface of the wing When the laminar airflow along the top surface is interrupted dangerous flight configurations follow we say that the wing stalls This is most often the con
25. ich have more sensitive but less forgiving handling Making the correct decision when choosing a new glider is most important you should critically examine your flying and your level of knowledge A safe and efficient way to get used to your new paraglider is by practicing your ground handling skills We suggest finding a suitable area like a playing field and with light to medium wind it is quite easy to practice inflating the glider and feel the reaction to brake input b line stall collapses etc Before taking off and whilst flying it is very important to anticipate any likely turbulence and fly accordingly Look well ahead and as well as looking for areas of likely lift try and predict and avoid areas of sink and rough air If you do find yourself in turbulence then look for the cause and adjust your flight plan to avoid other similar places 37 Thermals and Turbulence In turbulent air the UP Sherpa 2 should be flown with a little brake to increase the angle of attack and provide greater stability While flying in strong or broken thermals it is important that you concentrate on keeping the wing centrally above your head Do this by allowing the glider to fly faster while entering a thermal and by braking the surge of the canopy while exiting the thermal Flying fast is useful for getting through sink or when flying into a headwind The UP Sherpa 2 possesses an inherent high stability due to its construction an
26. ing that could have damaged any part of the glider if the pilot has found any part that needs to be replaced or if they noticed any strange flight behaviour Make sure you do the same when you lend your glider to somebody else A careful pre flight check is a must for any and all airplanes also the UP Sherpa 2 Please apply the same care and attention before EVERY flight Before every launch you should carry out the standard 5 point checking procedure It is a good idea to do the checks following the same sequence every time to minimize the risk of omitting something 1 Unpack and arrange your glider in a semi circular manner This shape ensures that the center cells inflate before the tips When unfolding your glider observe the wind direction and arrange your glider so that it is pointed directly into the wind 2 The lines must be arranged so that there are no tangles and the A lines are uppermost Once the lines are free and untangled check to make sure that they all go directly from the riser to the glider without going over the top of the wing Launching with a line over the wing is extremely dangerous It is also important that the brake lines are free and not tangled 29 3 Next check that you have put the harness on correctly and ensure that both leg straps and the chest strap are closed and adjusted Also check the rescue system pins and deployment handle 4 When tandem flying the pilot must check the corr
27. just before touching down The canopy falls behind the pilot and empties itself When the glider is tested before the release it is put through the same motions but at greater altitude First it is slowed down to minimum airspeed then the airflow along the top of the wing breaks away and the wing falls back pulling the pilot with it It is important to not release the brakes again at this moment as this will have the canopy violently shooting forwards and diving down in front of the pilot In extreme cases it can dive below the pilot who then could fall into the sail After dropping back into full stall the canopy will form a horseshoe where the tips flutter about quite violently These movements are transferred to the pilot s arms through the brake lines Holding the wing in a full stall requires considerable strength Before releasing the brakes and allowing the wing to resume level flight it is important to stabilize the stalled wing This is done by releasing the brakes slowly until the entire wing is almost completely reinflated In this phase the wing will be pitching somewhat over the cross axis The pilot waits until the wing is in front of him and releases the remaining part of the brake travel When timed correctly the wing will then resume level flight by surging slightly forward whilst accelerating to normal trim speed However you must be prepared to dampen the surge and deal with any 45 subsequent collapses occu
28. ll in the outer A lines see Illustration 2 We have completely re engineered the whole riser system and added a set of trimmers on the rear risers Through the opening of the trimmers the angle of attack can be reduced allowing better penetration in a headwind better launching and climbing when towing higher sinking when flying with Big Ears and higher speed when flying with a light passenger 15 EE a B Riser C Riser A Riser D Riser Ko Pulley for main brake line Handle for Big Ears Main Loop Trimmer oS Systen Illustration 2 Riser system UP Sherpa 2 16 Pilot and passenger suspension system The UP Sherpa 2 has been certified with two different suspension systems the standard T bar or spreader bar system and the V suspension system The T bar system consists of two and the V suspension system of three colour coded pilot suspension points For the passenger you have two different also colour coded suspension points to choose from By correctly combining all the different suspension points it is possible to adapt the system to all pilot passenger configurations A thorough description of the use of the system can be found in the chapter Hooking into the tandem suspension system A Velcro guide along the tandem suspension webbing prevents the twisting of the reserve bridle This bridle must always be connected to the
29. nd tranquillity But the air is an alien environment that commands respect and a responsible attitude from the pilot At UP we don t just put our knowledge and experience into the development of paragliders but also into their maintenance service and repairs to ensure you can fly safely Our service team are all professional pilots with a wealth of experience examining and repairing paragliders You can be sure that they will look after your equipment in a conscientious manner and the quality of work done will be second to none Bi annual Check for all UP gliders In Germany and Austria it is mandatory to have your paraglider examined and serviced every two years or 150 hours whichever comes first We suggest that you adhere to these rules even if you live outside these countries as they have been set up by an independent body in the best interest of the pilots The manufacturer or an Authorised Service Centre should carry out this service We will happily service the glider more often if you feel that it is necessary At UP Europe we have the special equipment and the wealth of experience necessary to carry out the 2 Year Check We will check the canopy both inside and outside as well as using a special hang device for checking the lines for damage We will also test the cloth with a porosity gauge an extremely important test as high porosity can result in dangerous changes in the flying characteristics of the wing deep s
30. nenen 47 FURTHER REFERENCES sss ss se seene nenen 47 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ccssccccsssecsssccecsssecesssceees 49 TAKING CARE OF YOUR PARAGLIDER susssssnssssrrererrerersererrsr reser rese aan 49 amp Bi cO Le 50 EXAMINATION AND REPAIRS esssoessvvseesssverennsvessevsessssvesnnsssene 51 BI ANNUAL CHECK FOR ALL UP GLIDERS ses san 51 PACKING AND CHECKING OF THE RESCUE SYSTEM serre 52 SENDING THE UP GLIDER AND OTHER UP PRODUCTS 53 UP HOMEPAGE wanasuka 54 SOME FINAL WORDS nina 55 ATTACHMENTS ee 56 Welcome in our team Congratulations on the purchase of your new UP tandem paraglider With the UP Sherpa 2 you have chosen a wing that represents the maximum in safety performance and quality in our sport Please take a little time to complete and send the reply card found in the back of this manual This way we can keep you informed of all new products and developments at UP as well as any technical information about the UP Sherpa 2 We would also be delighted to hear any feedback you have concerning the glider It is only through your feedback that we can continue to develop world class paragliders that appeal to the majority of pilots If you have any questions regarding your paraglider or auxiliary equipment please ask your local dealer or feel free to contact us here at UP directly Your UP Europe Team Safety instructions Paragliding is an extremely demanding sport re
31. otice Any unintended flying configuration collapse etc will be aggravated by higher airspeeds For this reason the trimmers should not be used or used with great care close to the ground or in turbulent conditions Turning The brakes of UP Sherpa 2 have been developed to meet the demands of tandem pilots The brakes have been designed so that the first 10 cm of travel will cause only gentle turning without much bank whereas larger movements will give the glider an agile and nimble feel Brake input and amount of weight shift induced will define the radius and bank angle on the UP Sherpa 2 and will allow it to be controlled with ease Using weight shift in combination with brake input will result in flat turns with minimum height loss and is in fact always the most efficient control method The radius of the turn is then controlled with the brake line whereas the bank is controlled through weight shift If needed the UP Sherpa 2 will turn very tight To do this apply some brake input on both sides then release the outside brake whilst applying further brake on the inside this will reduce turning radius to a minimum 34 When brake input is increased beyond app 50 on one side the UP Sherpa 2 begins a fast and steep turn which can be made into a steep spiral refer to chapter heading steep spiral Landing The UP Sherpa 2 is easy to land While pointing into the wind the pilot should fly the wing fast until
32. quiring the highest levels of attention judgement maturity and self discipline Due to the inherent risks in flying this or any paraglider no warranty of any kind can be made against accidents injury equipment failure and or death This glider is not covered by product liability insurance Do not fly it unless you are personally willing to assume all risks inherent in the sport of paragliding and all responsibility for any property damage injury or death which may result from use of this paraglider Please read this owner s manual thoroughly before your first flight with the UP Sherpa 2 so that you are fully acquainted with your new glider This manual gives you information on the entire specific and general flying characteristics of the UP Sherpa 2 but it does not replace attending a paragliding school It is important to note the following points e at the time of delivery the UP Sherpa 2 conforms to German Hang Gliding Association DHV and or AFNOR SHV and ACPUL requirements see certification information later in this manual e any changes being made outside the permitted range of adjustment invalidate any and all claims under the warranty e using this paraglider is exclusively at the risk of the user the manufacturer or distributor assumes no responsibility for accidents occurring while using it e itis assumed that the pilot is in possession of the necessary qualifications and provisions of any relevant laws are ob
33. r in extreme situations The UP Sherpa2 is designed to be very aerodynamically stable However as with all paragliders extreme turbulence or piloting error may induce unwanted behaviour from the canopy To ensure that you are able to handle these situations correctly we strongly recommend that you attend a safety training clinic where you can learn to master your wing outside the normal flying envelope under professional guidance Safety training manoeuvres should only be practiced in calm air with sufficient altitude and under the instruction of qualified instructors We would like to use this occasion to once again remind you to never fly without a reserve parachute The manoeuvres and possible flight configurations described in the following may occur following a conscious effort on the part of the pilot through turbulence or through pilot input error Any pilot flying in turbulent air or making piloting mistakes may end up experiencing these flight configurations and therefore find themselves in danger particularly if they are not adequately trained to master them Notice Mistakes during the execution of the following manoeuvres may seriously compromise the safety of pilot and passenger 42 Collapsing the paraglider As with all paragliders extreme turbulence may lead to the canopy partly or fully collapsing This is normally not critical The UP Sherpa 2 will reinflate quickly and reliably and is easy to control durin
34. rring because the wing surges too far or doesn t come out of the full stall completely symmetrically Test pilots also carry out tests where they release one brake before the other while in full stall This maneuver only serves to test the wings behaviour and should not be flown purposely as this is a situation where all paragliders react very dynamically It is often followed by very large dynamic asymmetric collapses that must be dealt with correctly to avoid dangerous situations Spin The negative spin occurs when one side of the wing is stalled whilst the other is still flying This can happen when if flying very slowly one brake is pulled quickly to below the seat When the glider starts to spin it will turn quickly around the vertical axis with the stalled side flying backwards To recover from a spin simply release the brake on the stalled side The glider will immediately speed up and most likely suffer an asymmetric collapse Recover as described above If you suspect that a spin is imminent then immediately release the inside brake The glider will accelerate smoothly and resume normal flight with little altitude loss Wing Overs Wing overs are performed by flying alternating turns each time letting the pendulum effect increase the bank angle Notice The UP Sherpa 2 is a very agile glider and it is quite easy to get to an excessively high angle of bank in just a few turns Practice wing overs gently at 4
35. rshoot over your head The remarkably easy launch characteristics and the new profile that provides an abundance of lift even at low airspeeds combine to make launching the UP Sherpa2 a pleasure in every way When flying the UP Sherpa 2 under 190 kg hook in weight we recommend opening the trimmers before launching This ensures optimum launching behaviour When flying over the 190 kg line close the trimmers so that the take off speed is reduced With the A risers and the brakes in your hands have another look at your unfolded glider Make sure that you are centrally positioned in the middle of the wing and that the wing is facing into wind The middle of the canopy is marked by the UP Sherpa 2 logo at the leading edge Inflate the glider with a steady run and remember to position your arms so that they are a continuation of the A risers As the glider comes above your head you should glance up to see that the entire canopy is inflated and flying The UP Sherpa 2 has a low surge tendency so there is usually no necessity to brake to stop the glider from over flying you Directional control should only be attempted when the glider is above your head Excessive braking will cause the wing to drop back 32 Only after checking that the wing is properly inflated do you apply slight brake pressure and accelerate rapidly down the hill After a few steps you will reach flying speed and become airborne Speed control Using the
36. rticular attention to the top surface where it lies on the ground Pack the glider in a slightly different way every time so that it s not always the same bit of material that gets the maximum exposure The lines used on the UP Sherpa 2 are high grade Technora Aramid lines Keep the following points in mind e The lines should be checked regularly for damage e The lines should not be knotted or bent unnecessarily e The main brake line at the handle should not have too many knots Each knot weakens the line 49 e After any line over stressing tree landings water landings and other extreme situations all lines must be checked for condition and length and should be replaced where necessary e f any change in flying characteristics is noticed then the lines should be checked and replaced if necessary Cleaning If you feel it necessary to clean your UP Sherpa 2 at any time then use lots of lukewarm water and a soft sponge More stubborn stains can be cleaned with a weak soap solution and rinsed thoroughly Never use chemical cleaning agents on the material as these destroy the coating and affect the strength of the cloth The best place to store your paraglider is ina dry dark and well ventilated room Do not store it where is could become contaminated by chemicals of any sort 50 Examination and repairs Paragliding is a wonderful sport flying as free as a bird in the air enjoying the peace a
37. rward speed so be ready to dampen this out If you release the B risers slowly there is a danger that the glider might enter a deep stall The glider will almost always recover with no pilot input from a deep stall but refer to the Deep Stall section for correct recovery Big Ears This is the best quick descent method for tandem paragliding due to the gentleness of the maneuver your passenger will be grateful The Big Ears are induced by simultaneously pulling down app 40 cm on the two outer A lines For ease of use these lines are attached to a small handle located on the front of the A risers We suggest keeping the brake toggles in your hands while inducing Big Ears The glider will remain fully steer able through weight shifting during the maneuver The sink rates will be around 2 3 m s a little more if you release the trimmers completely Releasing the two A line handles will normally have the tips reinflating on their own otherwise light braking will assist the reinflation Notice Do not perform other manoeuvres whilst using Big Ears as the canopy could become overloaded Inducing large Big Ears on the UP Sherpa 2 when flying near its lower weight limit requires great caution on the amount of brake input used as it may deep 40 stall in extreme cases Should this happen use the recovery technique described in the Deep Stall section 41 Flying outside the normal flight envelope Behaviou
38. sequence of attempting to fly with too much angle of attack In more detail we differ between three different forms of stall Notice Spin and full stall are both dangerous and somewhat unpredictable manoeuvres Do not stall or spin your paraglider on purpose However it is very important to learn how to recognize the symptoms of a glider about to stall or spin so that you can take correct action to avoid it happening Deep stall The UP Sherpa 2 has no inherent tendency towards deep stall It will recover from a deep stall brought about by over braking by pulling on the rear risers or by releasing the B risers too slowly after a B stall on its own without any pilot input as soon as the brakes or the risers are released Should you however find yourself in a deep stall as described above this could happen through flying too light on the wing and pulling big ears the situation can be rectified by simultaneously pushing both A risers forward until the glider resumes normal flight Avoid applying brake to one side if you think that you are ina deep stall as this could lead to a spin Always remember that practicing manoeuvres where you fly close to minimum airspeed must only be 44 carried out under professional supervision and with plenty of height Full stall Full stalling the glider is only really sensible and useful during the landing When landing the pilot consciously stalls the wing by applying both brakes 100
39. served e when reselling the wing please make sure you also give this manual to the new owner The manual is an integrated part of the paraglider and is required for the wing to keep its certification Development of paragliders at UP UP Europe can look back on an extremely successful history in the development of hang and paragliders Developing of a new glider begins with a detailed and exact market analysis and on this basis a new product concept emerges In close cooperation with our customers we define the characteristics we wish to incorporate in the new design Once we have these characteristics and using the latest CAD software we develop a three dimensional computer model which is subjected to initial tests and simulations The model data are then transmitted directly to our production facility the first prototype is built This prototype is then subjected to a rigorous series of flight tests and modifications If necessary further prototypes are built and testing continues until the team is happy that all the original criteria have been met or exceeded Finally the last prototype is presented to the DHV and or AFNOR for certification Only when this is completed will the glider be released to join the rest of the UP range Technical description The UP Sherpa 2 was developed by UP to satisfy the demand from tandem pilots for a fast and secure tandem paraglider with outstanding take off attributes and
40. stall the canopy i e during extreme manoeuvres or landing without the need to take wraps If you do feel the need to change the brake line lengths only change them by a little 3 4cm at a time and preferably at an easy training slope Check especially that both lines are the same length as any asymmetry will lead to tiring and possible dangerous flying characteristics If you have any questions or concerns with reference to the brake line lengths then seek advice from either your UP dealer or directly from UP Europe To tie the brake line onto the brake handle use one of the following knots The simple fisherman s knot or the Bowline as shown in illustration 5 and 6 These knots guarantee the least amount of line weakening Notice Loose or incorrect brake knots can cause serious accidents through loss of the steering of the glider 24 Illustration 6 Bowline knot 25 Suitable harnesses Any harness with hang points near chest height is suitable for use with the UP Sherpa 2 The lower the hang point of the harness the better the pilot can steer by weight shift A DHV or ACPUL certified harness is recommended Note that the height of the hang point also affects the brake line length If you have a question about your UP harness contact your dealer or UP Europe Rescue system Carrying a rescue system is not only mandatory it is also extremely dangerous to fly without one Make sure you choose th
41. tall changed angle of attack etc If we feel it necessary 51 we will remove and destructively test the inner A B C and D main lines and all the lines will be measured for both length and symmetry A record is kept of all these tests and any tendencies noted As well as measuring and checking the complete glider the examiner will make a final judgement from personal experience as to the airworthiness of the glider If he feels it necessary the glider will be flown by a UP test pilot to check on its flight behaviour This way we can guarantee that the glider is still within certification limits and safe to fly for another two years Always get your glider checked by a UP Europe Authorised Service Centre Our experience for your safety It is also recommended that only an Authorised Service Centre carry out repairs on your glider Contact UP Europe for your closest Centre Packing and checking of the rescue system Only by regularly having your rescue parachute repacked can you guarantee it s flawless operation As with the glider the rescue parachute should be examined every 2 years by either the manufacturer or an Authorised Service Centre We offer a certified service for re packing checking and installing the parachute into your harness We will also carry out any repairs necessary all fully guaranteed 52 Sending the UP glider and other UP products The best way to send your paraglider rescue
42. tion controls to ensure high and consistent manufacturing quality The lines of each wing section consist of four groups and the brake lines A Lines A1 A3 B Lines B1 B3 C Lines C1 C3 S1 D Lines D1 D2 Brake Lines BRK1 The brake lines are collected at one main control line per side This control line runs through a pulley attached to the D Riser and is marked with a black dot at the point where it should loop around the D ring The brake line length is pre set so that the glider is at 0 degree brake when the toggle is free Please dont change the main brake lines without checking the new length carefully at a suitable training hill before flying The line bundles A B C and D are colour coded for easy identification and handling All main lines of each 14 level are looped together and attached to delta quick links which are connected to the risers The quick links have special line collectors to prevent lines slipping and are secured using a strong thread locking compound Loctite to prevent unintentional opening After maintenance work the delta quick links should be re Loctited Risers The lines are grouped into four risers plus the brake line on each side The A and B riser ends are colour coded for easy identification at take off as well as in flight for B Stall In order to facilitate the use of Big Ears we have equipped the A risers on the UP Sherpa 2 with a set of small tabs that are used to pu
43. uspension point Main Suspension Position 2 Neutral Va Velcro guide for JD f reserve bridle N N MI YA YA N NS VA IN i YA AN lif IN Camera of N Upper Passenger Mount M K eann Red LG U Y WA D YA f N H N YA Pilot Lower Passenger Suspension Suspension Blue Illustration 3b UP Sherpa 2 V suspension 19 UP Backpack At UP our Research and Development reaches beyond just the paraglider and encompasses all parts of the flying experience Your UP Sherpa 2 comes with a high volume backpack designed especially for ease of use and comfort We have built in an anatomical carrying system that allows an optimized load distribution for maximum comfort The S shaped shoulder straps allow full adjustment and the detachable chest strap prevents the shoulder straps from slipping off the shoulders The load control straps attached to the shoulder straps can be set either loose to aid ventilation or tight for extra stability They should rise from your collarbone at about a 45 angle A hip belt is also incorporated to assist overall comfort If the hip belt is tightened then the shoulder straps can be released slightly to transfer the load away from the shoulders The hip belt is fitted with stabilization straps which can be tightened to help stability or loosened for extra freedom of movement The hip belt is removable for when packing size is critical or the pack is being transported by air
44. y less brake input than you are used to with a dry wing e Avoid all manoeuvres involving long brake travel e Do not use Big Ears Do not B stall the wing e Stay out of turbulence to avoid collapses e When landing keep the glider flying fast no min speed approach If you do most of your flying near the sea where the air is humid and salty the wing may age faster In this case we suggest you have it more often than prescribed in this manual When folding your wing please make sure that there are no insects caught inside Many insect species contain acids that could damage the cloth 48 Maintenance and cleaning Taking care of your paraglider The wear and tear that your paraglider suffers depends on a number of factors how frequently it s flown whereabouts in the world you fly it how much UV it gets and how well you look after it Bear in mind the following maintenance points We use a top grade polyamide cloth to build our paragliders which has a special protective coating against UV radiation and air permeability The cloth will suffer though if its exposed to large amounts of UV i e bright sunlight Do not leave your glider lying inthe sun for any longer than is absolutely necessary Also if it gets wet then dry it as soon as possible but not in direct sunlight When choosing an area to lay out the glider before launching try to find somewhere that is relatively free of stones and sharp rocks Pay pa
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