manualACTIONwersja DUDEK.cdr
Contents
1. P nodicit de revision du constructeur inspections manufacturer s recommandations Annuelle yearly Num ro de serie Date de production Serial number Date of manufacturing Attention avant utilisation lire le manuel de vol Warning before use refer to the user s manual Tests de conformit r alis s par Conformity tests carried out by FFVL AERO TESTS 4 rue de Suisse 06000 NICE FRANCE 33 6 Summary We would like to stress again the points made in Section 1 of this Manual The Action Manual is subject to continuous updating To assist us in our quest for perfection we would appreciate any input that you the customer may contribute towards future versions Please don t hesitate to contact us to let us know your views export dudek com pl May you all have many hours of fun on your Action Leading edge with cells 4 and diagonal ribs semi closed WE air inlets Primary lines Secondary lines Thirtary lines Dudek Paragliding ul Szancera 2 XIp 85 792 Bydgoszcz tel 48 52 348 55 35 export dudek com pl www dudek com pl2. Limites de charge Weight limitations Poids total en vol mini Mini total weight in flight Poids total en vol maxi Maxi tota weight in fight 100 KG Poids du modele Weight of the model Nombre d l vateurs 4 Number of risers Denatiement de acce erzteur Accelerator trave 19 cm D battement du trim P riodicit de revision du constructeur Inspections manufacturer s recommandations Annuelle yearly Num ro de s rie Date de production Serial number Date of manufacturin Attention avant utilisation lire le manuel de vol Plage de vilesse aux commande Plage de vitesse avec accesso Speed ra e with ae 31 kmn Warning before use refer to the user s manual Tests de conformit r alis s par Conformity tests carried out by FFVL AERO TESTS 4 rue de Suisse 06000 NICE FRANCE 32 USER MANUAL Cat gorie Category FFIL fESTS Test en conformit aux normes Tested in conformity with norms EN926 2 EN 926 1 i ECN MANUFACTURER _ DUDEK PARAMANIA MODELE MODEL ACTION 29 Limites de charge Configuration du harnais lors des tests Weight limitations Configuration of the harnes during the tests Poids total en m mini Constructeur de lg or 95KG SUP AIR oaweginigi 125K0 EVOLUTION zz oo e ight of the model Distance between connectors EE S KT D battement de l acc l rateur Accelerators travel Jebattement du trim Trimmer s travel
3. 0 cm To speed bar 26 ACTION 25 Steering Lines z o 95 80 79 71 94 80 83 76 72 72 95 82 71 58 oi 46 47 2 3 9 DIN NIN LSA DSJ E z al bl Fes 176 278 166 171 157 245 318 157 144 138 227 134 A row 67 64 67 69 72 69 67 67 66 69 62 Sm 59 49 46 42 143 509 138 185 180 463 185 185 176 463 171 B row LOGE HECO HECO GAZE HEL 58 55 58 60 63 60 59 59 59 62 56 51 49 45 43 40 109 143 138 185 509 180 463 185 185 176 463 171 595 C row 67 64 67 69 72 69 68 68 67 70 64 59 56 52 49 45 107 143 509 138 185 180 463 185 185 176 463 171 USER MANUAL D row 82 79 82 84 87 83 82 80 83 75 70 61 57 52 110 T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines main 143 509 138 185 180 463 185 185 176 463 171 27 ZII gt i ACTION 27 Steering Lines z o 97 82 80 13 96 82 86 78 75 74 99 85 73 58 52 48 49 3 2 3 9 hel hs LS DS LSA DSJ ES z al bl Fes 184 290 174 IKS 164 256 329 164 150 145 237 140 A row 69 66 69 71 75 71 70 70 69 71 65 59 55 51 47 44 150 530 145 193
4. 188 482 193 198 184 482 ins B row LOGE HECO HECO HOOO HELO 59 56 59 61 66 62 61 61 61 64 58 53 50 47 44 41 113 150 145 193 530 188 482 193 193 184 482 179 560 68 65 68 71 75 71 71 70 70 73 67 62 58 54 51 46 111 C row 150 530 145 193 188 482 193 193 184 482 179 D row 84 81 84 86 90 86 85 85 83 86 79 73 68 64 59 53 114 T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines main 150 530 145 193 188 482 193 193 184 482 179 28 USER MANUAL ACTION 29 Rib Steering Lines A row B row C row D row HEGOA HEO GEE LOC LED EM 101 72 155 61 155 M 155 87 155 190 68 58 68 84 EM 56 550 550 550 550 Em 300 EM a 72 150 61 150 71 150 87 150 180 74 63 73 89 EM 76 KM EH 101 78 200 69 200 78 200 93 200 41 185 74 65 74 90 86 89 73 195 500 64 195 500 73 195 500 89 195 500 EIN 170 265 340 72 64 73 88 E 82 78 72 200 64 200 73 200 87 200 170 75 67 76 90 78 EM 14 68 200 61 200 70 200 82 200 155 62 56 65 77 90 EN EB 7 58 190 500 54 190 500 62 190 500 72 190 500 150 245 54 50 57 67 62 29 50 185 47 185 54 185 62 185 EM 5 46 43 49 56 51 145 51 119 580 116 119 T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines main 29 ZII gt i ACTION 31 Steering Lines z o 10
5. reasonable approach so don t make things hard for yourself fly with sufficient airspeed at all times Depending on the geometry of the set up of your power unit the propeller s torque effect may make itself felt as you leave the ground Expect it to turn you and if necessary steer against it in order to maintain your direction However when countering the torque effect with brakes during a steep climb on slower trim settings under a lot of power care must be taken to avoid the risk of stalling Many power units do have devices for countering torque effects if yours is such a unit seek the advise of your manufacturer as to its usage Because of the large vertical distance between the thrust line of the prop and the wing common to all paramotors the extent of the power management required is critically dependent on your set up and flying ability Power induced Oscillations Certain combinations of weight power and propeller size can cause oscillation where the torque effect lifts the pilot to one side you then drop back only to swing up again To counter this you can Alter the throttle setting And or Adjust the torque strap if fitted And or Shift your weight in the harness And or Adjust the trimmers to dampen it out Oscillation usually occurs on high power settings more power and a larger propeller causes more oscillation It could be that your control inputs are amplifying the oscillation In this case throttling bac
6. save fuel you will find it is particularly good at coring thermals Using slower trim settings will allow you to climb faster in thermals 3 2 f Using the Trimmers and Speed Bar The Actions reflex wing section is unique in this way it basically has a huge range of trims and speed bar waiting for you to explore We only ask that you explore the full flight envelop at a safe height With the trimmers fully off the wing s speed and stability increases and hence its ability to cut through turbulence and go places improves On faster trim or speed bar settings brake pressures generally increase and weight shift or pulling of main stabilizer lines becomes more effective However if your rig has high hang points this weight shift less effective With the slower settings sink rate improves and handling becomes lighter enabling you to make best use of thermal cores Remarkably The action has a safe speed range nearly four times greater than its stall speed This compares with most aircraft that only have between 2 3 times For correct usage first study the diagrams AR1 to AR3 showing trim and speed bar movement as well as speed bar hook up The diagrams also show you the effect on the wing shape relative to the different settings At all speed settings the differential application of both brakes while banking allows you to make very effective turns by increasing the lift to assist the turn when the lift axis is canted over in the bank Likewis
7. Carry out your standard pre flight checks now Having started and warmed up your motor upwind of the canopy attach yourself to the power unit face the canopy approach the risers and clip them on to the appropriate Maillions Build a wall first using front and rear risers simultaneously We recommend that you momentarily raise the glider off the ground to check for tangles and line snags Holding risers brakes and throttle control as outlined above pull the front risers up to lift the glider over your head It is unlikely to over fly you especially if it is trimmed to fly fast This may be contrary to what your paragliding intuition tells you but on the fast setting trim fully off the Action section stabilizes the wing and prevents it from pitching forward It may even sit back a little but applying a small amount of brake makes it pop forward When the glider is steady above you turn round apply power and take off As with forward launching the trim power brake relationship must be established for the best rate of climb and forward speed Points to Note This is a cross hands reverse launch You must master this technique before attempting it under power Your local Paragliding School will assist you here All control inputs should be smooth and progressive Don t attempt to take off if the canopy isn t roughly level overhead Dangerous oscillations may result if you apply full power with it off to one side Keep your un
8. Keep it Lonely Insects such as grasshoppers and ants will simply eat their way out if rolled up with the wing and mice love to make homes in wings And also try to avoid the following Overloading the wing as it may deform permanently Tieing tight loops when folding the lines Snagging the lines or fabric on sharp objects Treading on fabric lines or hardware especially on rocky ground Deflating the wing nose into the ground Not exercising your common sense at all times And remember that for all its portability your wing is an aeroplane and deserves to be treated as such 4 2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Although your Action wing is designed and engineered to give you at least 400 hrs Of airtime regular maintenance is essential to pinpoint any problems that may arise as a result of routine wear and tear and is especially important after any incident which may have resulted in fabric or line damage that may not show up in the course of pre flight checks Dudek Paragliding or its accredited agents will for a small charge carry out a specified programme of maintenance checks designed to keep your wing in tip top shape and certify its condition in a written report that will become a valuable part of its service history Dudek Paragliding takes great pride in the quality of both its product and the service that supports it Feedback from periodic maintenance checks performs a vital role in its quality assurance procedures They are there
9. When releasing it should be done quickly and to both sides at the same time It should also be done when the wing is directly above you not behind Upon recovery and unlike most gliders the Action does not require much in the way of brake input to dampen the surge as air speed is regained again due to the reflex section Cravats Despite the intensive testing that has taken place The Action is a modern wing and in the name of performance it has an efficient line configuration This means more gaps in between lines so always a possibility of a cravat this being when some of the canopy makes its way between lines after recovery from a deflation either induced by the pilot or through severe turbulence Normally pumping the brakes unravels the wing if not then a sharp pull on the B s or D s usually does the job We suggest also that you seek advice from instructors or experienced pilots before going flying in extreme conditions and also carry a reserve parachute if this type of flying is for you 3 2 FLYING UNDER POWER NOTE Thorough pre flight checks for glider harness and engine are essential prior to any launch For powered flight many of the characteristics are the same as in the previous section 3 1 However there is a certain amount of important information particularly where the addition of the thrust of the power unit and correct matching of the wing to the motor unit is concerned Dudek Paragliding cannot be held responsibl
10. like the car the loft or the airing cupboard as well as contact with hot engine parts can damage and significantly shorten the life of both cloth and lines Keep it Dry Packing or storing a wet wing may make it mouldy damage the coating of the fabric corrode the metal fittings and in extreme cases rot both the cloth and the lines Salt water is particularly harmful You should avoid immersing your wing in it at all costs If it does happen rinse it thoroughly in fresh water and dry it out completely preferably in the shade before packing it away Keep it Dark U V light degrades coatings and drastically weakens fabrics Never leave your wing laid out for long periods beneath holes in the ozone layer Fold or pack it away when it s not in the air Keep it Clean Some dirt can be highly corrosive Clean off any such contamination as soon as possible using clean fresh water Don t use detergents they can cause as much damage as the stains if not more In particular store and transport your wing away from the motor never in the same bag avoid any contact with oil or petrol Keep it Clear Sharp hard or abrasive items such as helmets flight instruments harness buckles and the like can accelerate fabric wear and even hole the wing The drawstring stuff bag provided with your canopy affords a measure of protection but you should still try to ensure that you store and transport it clear of contact with anything likely to damage it
11. 5 89 88 80 105 90 93 85 81 81 108 94 80 64 57 52 55 3 3 9 NIN LS DS LSA DSJ E z al bl Fes 197 310 186 191 176 274 352 176 160 155 254 150 A row 74 71 74 76 81 tl 75 75 75 78 a 65 60 56 59 49 160 571 155 207 202 519 207 207 194 518 191 B row LOGE HEO HECO EAC HELO 64 60 63 66 71 67 66 66 66 70 64 58 56 52 50 46 124 160 155 207 202 207 207 197 191 571 59 518 602 74 71 74 76 81 77 76 76 76 79 72 67 64 60 56 52 121 C row 160 571 155 207 202 BS 207 207 194 BIS 191 D row 90 87 90 92 97 93 92 91 90 93 85 80 15 70 65 59 124 T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines main 160 571 155 207 202 519 207 207 197 ST 191 30 USER MANUAL 5 4 LINING SCHEME T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines ST Stabilizer lines 31 CEC TAO 5 5 CEN DATA LABELS Cat gorie Category N de CONFORMIT CONFORMITY number 00212046D Test en conformit aux normes Tested in conformity with norms EN926 2 EN 926 1 Bese mere HIM era ee
12. The centre of pressure also moves forward adding to this enhanced pitch stability This redistribution of loading gives the wing exceptional tuck resistance and increases the working aspect ratio resulting in a faster more efficient wing under power and at speed When you require more lift at lower speeds the rear section can be pulled down to restore a full airfoil along the chord Piloting it actually becomes more like flying a conventional powered aircraft than a paraglider 2 2 CONSTRUCTION Your Action s strength and durability has been achieved through careful choice of modern materials and some innovative design All materials from which it is constructed are batched and every stage in its manufacture can be traced to a named operator and checker The top and bottom surfaces are made from New Skytex 45 and 39g m respectively the latest in hard wearing fabric from Porcher Marine The wing tips leading and trailing edges are reinforced using a mix of parachute load tape and Mylar The semi closed leading edge improves the air dynamics whilst stabilizing lateral movement between surfaces giving it a more solid rigid feel once in the air The structural ribs have been designed to allow air to flow to the areas within the wing where internal pressure is needed most whilst at the same time minimizing any distortion by distributing the loads efficiently from the line attachment points into the top surface Suspension line atta
13. Try not to fly into the turbulence of your own wake or that of others especially at low altitude It is unwise to fly hands off below about 100m AGL as an engine failure below this height may require you to make immediate control inputs to set up a landing approach Never rely on the engine it may cut out at any moment Always fly as if it will Except for collision avoidance making a sharp turn against the torque effect during steep climbs can be dangerous you may rapidly stall and enter a spin Avoid downwind low flying it drastically reduces your options Be sensitive to mechanical problems early A noticeable change in engine tone or a new vibration may spell trouble Land and check it out Make sure your navigation is up to the job Remember not everyone enjoys your engine noise Care must be taken when flying near livestock 4 Care And Maintenance The safety and life span of any aircraft however well designed built and flown depends in the end upon how well it is cared for Confidence in your equipment and the quality of its maintenance is essential to good flying Even a product as well engineered and carefully constructed as the Action can quickly deteriorate if neglected or abused The better you look after your wing the better it will look after you 4 1 BASIC CARE As with any paraglider the basic rules for looking after your Action wing are Keep it Cool Prolonged exposure to excessive heat in places
14. User Manual act1on ww dudek com pl 1 Contents 1 1 What your wing comes with 3 1 2 Introduction to this Manual 4 2 About the Action Wing concepts of ZA Destinia 5 2 2 COMSUUCUOM PPP o 6 3 Flight Operations 3 1 Flying with and without a motor 7 3 1 aAdancedmanoeuvres 9 3 2 Flying Under Power 10 3 2 a Setting up the controls 10 3 2 b Forward Launching the Action in Nil Wind 11 3 2 c Reverse Launching in Stronger Winds 13 3 2 d The Climb Qut cerne a abng aaa 14 3 2 6 Level Right eee 16 3 2 f Using the Trimmers and Speed Bar 16 3 3 Landing 3 3 a Power off Landings nan nnnnnnnos 17 3 3 b Power on Landings nos 17 AAA 18 3 5 Golden Rules eese 19 4 Care amp Maintenance 4 1 BaSIG CATEL a dense amende items 20 4 2 Periodic Maintenance co nnnn cnn nana e 21 O E 21 4 4 Care And Maintenance Of Your Power Unit 22 5 Technical Data 5 1 Technical Specifications 22 5 2 Riser Diagrams tenente nnne 22 5 3 LINING Tables oie a 22 5 4 Lining Scheme seriei citt ted eb dE AKWA 32 5 5 CEN Data Labels iieri ierit seines 32 1 Contents 1 1 WHAT YOUR ACTION COMES WITH The wi
15. above we recommend that the trimmers be set at the 30 position The glider is very easy to launch because it does not over shoot so the pilot has little or no need to hold the wing back before making the turn Reverse launches on this wing can be carried out in as little as 5 Kph IN FLIGHT In flight the greater speed range of the Action may require some management But once you have mastered how use the speed to your advantage it becomes pure fun Its tight handling allows you to make the best use of thermal cores and its glide at speed means less time is spent in sinking air masses before reaching the next thermal Limits have been provided to the range of the trim settings to avoid the danger of stalling when flying with the trim pulled right down and with maximum brake With the trim fully released the wing takes on more solid characteristics carving through the air with even more pitch stability The brake pressures increase slightly and so does the range of movement prior to the stall point Turns and rate of roll are linked in a linear fashion to the progressive feel of the brakes USE OF THE SPEED BAR The bar increases the speed by approximately 30 Unlike most wings there is little or no loss of stability in fact the wing seems to cut through turbulence even better than before application However if any instability is encountered due to excessive conditions it is recommended to release the bar for recovery and to return to no
16. ains outside our control and responsibility 2 About The Action Wing 2 1 DESIGN Microlights initially developed as powered gliders and then later favoured more powerful engines and smaller more stable wings for speed This gave them a wider flight envelope Enabling them to use a broader range of conditions Basically the faster and more stable your wing the more often you can use it Naturally it follows on that the concept of a utility paramotor flying machine requires stability and minimal sensitivity to turbulence and changes in flying conditions Thus allowing the pilot to spend as little time and effort as possible in flying actively in response to every lump and bump and more time navigating whilst getting from A to B or performing other tasks such as photography observation or general flying Although your Action has been designed to fly like a conventional paraglider with sporty handling The reflex wing section means that it has an elevator built into its shape The wing is no longer completely dependent on the payload as its only means of stability So it maintains its own attitude in pitch rising and falling through thermals while remaining stable above your head without the need for so much pilot input The trimmer system allows you to raise the rear of the airfoil effectively reducing the chord and surface area by some 30 giving the wing a higher wing loading and increased speed without changing the angle of attack
17. al refers only to your Action Wing and any issues to do with the Power unit you are using with it are beyond its remit We recommend you refer to the relevant literature for details of care maintenance servicing and repair concerning your motor and harness However we have some experience and can usually offer you sound advice by e mail 5 Technical Data 5 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Note Performance figures may vary depending on pilot weight and drag eg a heavy pilot will have a higher sink rate with higher max speed than a light pilot however the L D will stay much the same 5 3 LINING TABLES Below are tables showing the different line configurations for medium and large Action s The lines have been designed so that most profile changes take place in the tertiary lines meaning that they are all different lengths enabling the secondary and primary lines to be a more standard length Lines are numbered from the middle These are the lines most often damaged or in need of changing when a full service is carried out A spare primary line comes with your repair kit just in case you catch one in a prop Codes for line table T Thirtary S Secondary P Primary SL Steering lines main USER MANUAL ACT 25 ACT 27 ACT 29 ACT 31 Standard Standard 33 65 V 33 65 V 33 65 V 33 654V 25 77 27 81 2080 31 92 22 82 24 63 26 39 28 27 11 83 12 29 12 72 13 17 9 82 10 20 10 56 10 93 543 min 1 1 trim of
18. at you have the required training and experience to make your own judgements about how where and when you fly Dudek Paragliding its Directors Employees and Agents can accept no liability for any consequences arising from the use of their products howsoever caused Particular attention must be paid to the danger of injury to the pilot and bystanders from a rapidly rotating propeller which can break and inflict injury at some distance and the dangers inherent in flying with flammable fuel and other combustible or fusible materials Paragliding is a relatively new activity that is still evolving and paramotors are one aspect of this form of sport aviation Should you have any doubts about the suitability of the wing for the type of flying you wish to practise or should you wish to extend your flying in other ways We recommend that you seek further guidance from your own instructors or direct from the manufacturers Under no circumstances should you attempt to copy the type of flying that may have been demonstrated to you or that appears on any video demonstration of the wing without first receiving proper aerobatics training from Instructors experienced in the use of this wing It is essential in order to achieve satisfactory performance that proper consideration be given to the matching of this wing with a suitable harness motor and propeller While we can make recommendations the choice and suitability of any particular harness or motor rem
19. chments are reinforced in 3 dimensions vertically with the main rib then at 45 degrees with the V ribs and 90 degrees with bottom surface lateral tape The lines are made of Technora the latest in line technology and incorporates the best qualities of its predecessors Kevlar and Dynema It is both strong and flexible whilst remaining temperature stable The lines are split into 3 categories Thirtaries secondary and primaries Line diameters are 1 1 amp 1 5 amp 2 15 mm respectively The larger diameters being the primary lines which where possible are the same length making any repairs easier All the maillions to which the lines are attached to the risers are made of polished stainless steel which avoids corrosion and gives excellent strength and durability The riser material is 1 2K 25mm polyester webbing The main attachment points are reinforced with Cordura to protect against wear from the karabiners Basically your Action has been built with paramotoring in mind and has a safety factor of some 50 over and above its tested loading it has been engineered to perform to its specifications for about 400 hours 3 Flight Operations A lot of work has gone into the Action with regard to safety handling and ease of use speed and sporty performance We wanted to create a wing with a broad pilot appeal The first prototypes were developed and flying as far back as April 2002 and test flying has continued up until Octob
20. dercarriage down until you are definitely flying The faster the trim setting the more brake the glider will need to get off the ground Speed systems may cause problems when clipping in Don t get your lines crossed 3 2 d The Climb Out Once off the ground and flying safely continue into wind using the brakes to achieve the desired climb rate Don t attempt to climb at too steep an angle because of its greater speed the Action generally has a flatter climb than a conventional glider Attempting to use too much brake to force a higher climb rate will only degrade the climb by creating extra drag and with the addition of lots of thrust could result in a stall Under power the Action behaves more like a powered fixed wing airplane than a paraglider and it helps to think of it as such Provided there are no obstacles in your path it is often safer and quite spectacular to fly level with the ground after take off gaining more speed before converting it into considerable height using the brakes and then easing off into the climb out The other reasons for not climbing out too steeply are the risks involved in a low altitude engine failure Although the Action will not sit back behind you the way other gliders tend to in a steep climb the slow forward speed of a steep climb is more likely to put you into a stalled attitude if your power source goes on strike Should you ever suffer a power failure on launch you must be able to set up a
21. e engine thrust and speed bar can be applied at certain times to increase turn rate etc These techniques come with more experience allowing you to get the most from your wing you to achieve fully coordinated smooth turns much like those possible on a three axis aircraft Points to Note Remember these controls are extra items for your pre flight checks If the trim settings inadvertently become asymmetric the wing just crabs Likewise when releasing the trimmers by accident dumps lift the Actions reflex wing section keeps the wing above your head and you just lose some height while accelerating 3 3 LANDING There generally seem to be two philosophies about landing a paramotor either with or without power 3 3 a Power off Landings Cut all power at about 50m and glide in like a paraglider This minimises the risk of propeller damage but you only get one go at it you have to get it right With or without power the Action rides out turbulence much better on a fast trim setting so if it is rough come in fast allow yourself plenty of room like a hang glider and bleed off speed before you touch down The Action stores energy well and it is necessary to round out and float level with the ground converting your excess speed into lift while you lose speed before flaring to touchdown If you aim at a precision or tight landing or in nil wind conditions it is advisable to use half or even full trim maximum lift configurat
22. e for the multitude of combinations that may get used however if you wish to contact us we can offer some advice 3 2 a Setting up the controls The following is best carried out by an instructor or at the very least an experienced motor pilot Before flying your Action with a motor unit we recommend that you do a static hang test This is done by hanging your motor unit from an appropriate structure from the wing attachment points by using a strong rope or strap then by sitting in the harness get an assistant to measure up the action risers from the hang points up The aim is to make sure that you the pilot are able to reach the brakes whilst in flight Allowances should also be made for the wind blowing the toggles out of reach The Action comes with long brake lines and a secondary lower pulley system on the risers To allow for power units with high hang points so the brake line length may also need adjustment When flying with lower hang points only use of the top pulley is required see diagram AR1 Higher hang points require longer brake lines lower hang points shorter ones The Actions risers are shorter than most conventional paragliders this minimises the potential problem Again it is better to seek the advice and assistance of a local instructor or experienced pilot However the following guideline may help Choose a day when there is a steady breeze of about 10Kph With an ordinary harness or your motor unit on you
23. e wind and avoids the danger of losing airspeed when climbing out steeply through wind gradient Particular attention must be paid to trees power lines and other large obstacles and any rotor that they may generate Preparing the wing Lay the glider out downwind of the motor so that the lines are fully extended and as if attracted to the motor or central focal point then lay the risers down ready to clip in Set the trimmers to the 30 position see diagram AR2 Faster settings may be desirable in stronger conditions Make sure that when warming up the engine you do so upwind of the wing then stop it whilst clipping After carrying out the following checks CHECKS Helmet on and fastened Maillions on risers Trim set Nothing likely to foul the prop Speed bar system running freely and out of harm s way Steering toggles and brake lines free and not twisted Engine delivering full power Airspace is clear for take off Attach the glider proceed with the launch as in section 3 1 From now on you should try to control the glider whilst facing forwards If the wing is low behind you and you turn around the lines will trail over the propeller However falling backwards onto the motor is both dangerous and expensive and must be avoided at all costs even that of a few damaged lines During the launch If the pressure on each of your hands feels even open the throttle to full take off power leaning backwards against the thrust s
24. er 2002 We hope that this part of the manual conveys some of Action s outstanding qualities 3 1 FLYING WITH AND WITHOUT A MOTOR Although the design philosophy of the Action is that of a high speed paramotor wing it does perform surprisingly well as an ordinary free flying glider and may be flown as such with no adjustment However slower trim settings result in reduced internal air pressure and consequently a lighter feel to the brakes and a better sink rate The main difference in the Action compared with other paragliders is the increased resistance to tucking both on launch and in flight its greater speed range and stability mean that generally it can be flown in stronger conditions safely Basically the glider becomes more stable the faster you fly LAUNCHING Forward launch We recommend that when the wing is laid out that all the lines are at full length with little or no slack between wing and pilot The Action is easily inflated by using A riser s only For best results we recommend that the trimmers be set at 30 from the slow position Then simply move forward from this position pulling on the A risers whilst keeping the pressure balanced between each side meaning the tension on the A risers The glider shows little or no tendency to dive overhead so frontal collapses which so often lead to failed launches are rare Instead the glider almost waits for you to catch up with it Reverse launch Yet again as
25. f 1 5 2 max 3 1 min 23 trim off 42 46 max 56 82 12 67 2 287 29 50 52 54 56 148 Tr 804 832 7 4p E 65 90 80 105 95 125 115 140 Technora 1 1 1 7 i2 15 G Rating mid weight range 10 top SkyTex AQUATIC 44 g m E 85 A bottom SkyTex New 39 g m soft E 38 A ribs SkyTex New 39 g m hard E 29 A C PASAMON Bydgoszcz Poland 23 lt TR 5 2 RISER DIAGRAMS Diagram AR1Action Risers trims on Slow Stainless A B C D Pulley square link K Top steering toggle pulley Magnetic clip female webbing K ob cleat Lower toggle pulley for use with high hang K points prevents toggle from being out of reach of the pilot or for use when the toggle is in danger of contact with the propellor Trimmer adjustment with 30 marker Hook 9 Speed bar attachments for Hooks or loops LT 24 Diagram AR2 showing different Action riser trim positions and their effect on the wing section gt gt ea Slow trim setting 30 trim setting Fast trim setting Thermalling best Ideal take off position Cruising position best glide at sink rate speed D 42 cm 0cm CARTON Diagram AR3 Showing use of speed bar with trims ES ES D Speed bar on full with Fastest setting full trims on slow gives good speed bar and trims speed with lighter brake fully off lowest angle pressures least stability of attack Max pas 33 5 cm
26. fore just as important to us as they are to you and you can be confident that all such checks carried out by the manufacturer are comprehensive and thorough We recommend that these inspections are carried out annually or after every 100 flying hours whichever is the sooner They are of course an essential addition to rather than a substitute for the canopy and line inspections that form part of your own pre flight checks 4 3 REPAIRS A repair kit is provided with your Action wing that allows you to carry out small scale emergency repairs It consists of about half a metre of translucent self adhesive rip stop tape and 2 spare suspension lines looped at both ends and of the same length and thickness as your longest primary Damage beyond the scope of this kit to deal with and more major repairs that may be necessary to loaded parts of the wing s structure such as seams line attachments ribs risers leading and trailing edges etc should on no account be carried out by anyone other than either Dudek Paragliding its accredited agent or at the very least a qualified parachute rigger The manufacturers can accept no responsibility for repairs however minor carried out by anyone other than themselves nor for any damage to the wing resulting from accident neglect negligence or abuse In all such cases any statutory rights and obligations of guarantee are automatically cancelled 4 4 CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR POWER UNIT This manu
27. ion This adds steepness to your glide angle but decreases your sink rate These decisions are more critical at higher wing loading s 3 3 b Power on Landings At a steady tick over lose height at a shallow angle then as you near the ground level out and bleed off speed before flaring to touch down Kill the motor as your feet touch the ground The advantage of this method of course is that if you get it wrong you can power up and go round again at any time The disadvantages are the increased risk of expensive prop damage if you stuff it up the dangers involved in falling over with the engine running and getting your lines in the propeller if you forget to switch off before the wing deflates Points to note If possible know all about your landing area before you take off Check the wind direction before you set up your approach Power off landings probably need less space If in doubt practise your approach until you are sure you can land safely 3 4 TOWING The Action is not designed for towing However we have made many successful tows and from this we have discovered it is best done with trimmers completely off fast and using a non elastic tow rope and a good winch operator Most tow launch operators will tell you that the safer the wings in turbulence ie DHV1 or ACPULS standard level are more delicate to tow This is because of their enhanced pitch stability they fly more behind the pilot than say a competition level wi
28. k a little and flying hands off should take care of the problem Having said all this it is quite common for inexperienced pilots to be too busy on the controls this is referred to as pilot induced oscillation the simple answer is stop moving your hands 3 2 e Level Flight On reaching a safe height after take off and if you wish to go cruising turn on to your chosen heading reach up and release the trimmers if on a slow setting and if you like let go of the brakes If conditions are very rough you may wish to keep hold of them for your own sense of security However the Action is even more stable at higher speeds so we suggest you let go and enjoy the flight If you have one keep an eye on your alti vario in level flight it is easy to creep into a climb without noticing Use the information from your instruments to optimize your forward speed and reduce drag and fuel consumption This will all be specific to your own set up With its hands off flight capability the Action is good at letting you do this With a sound understanding of the current wind conditions at different altitudes and intelligent use of any thermal activity wave convergence ridge or frontal lift it is possible to conserve your fuel and greatly extend your operating range The engine of course makes it easy to put yourself in the right place at the right time to exploit the conditions Don t be afraid to throw the Action into a tight thermal to gain height and
29. ly full power with it too far off to one side Keep your undercarriage down until you are definitely flying The faster the trim setting the more brake the glider will need to get off the ground The lower the hang points of your paramotor the easier the launch 3 2 c Reverse Launching in Stronger Winds Because the Action launches so easily it is possible to perform a reverse launch with both front risers and one brake in one hand and the throttle and opposite brake in the other If the wind is appreciable this is the easiest method of launching but if the wind is light the difficulty of running backwards safely with a motor on makes a forward launch preferable It is wise not to open your Action out to the point where it is liable to be caught by the wind until you are ready to launch especially if it is already connected to your motor Lay the folded glider on its back with the trailing edge pointing into the wind Unfold it sufficiently only to locate and untwist the risers and check that no lines have gone over the leading edge Extend the risers upwind as usual and separating them left from right We suggest that you pre twist the risers over each other once in the direction in which you will turn during launch and lay them out in this position rear risers uppermost This is because having clipped in the propeller cage on your back makes it virtually impossible to turn without assistance when the wing is on the ground
30. n stores energy well so whilst it is possible to bleed off your speed without losing height before touch down respect must be shown for the higher speeds possible especially in slope landings On landing in high winds the glider may be collapsed with confidence using a strong pull on the rear or B risers 3 1 a Advanced manoeuvres Despite its high aspect ratio the Action has achieved a standard rating for most of the manoeuvres prescribed by the test authorities However It is essential that pilots take proper training before attempting certain aerobatics Contact us for Information about where to go for SIV courses Also there is a video available from us for study purposes Big ears This method is a good safe way of descending However care should be taken when pulling down the outer A lines not to pull them too far the action has a lot of load on the A s especially on the faster trim settings Aspiral or B Line stall may be a more efficient way to get down WARNING Do not make big ears whilst ascending under power the extra drag may cause the wing to hang back unnaturally increasing the angle of attack which may cause the wing to enter a parachutal stall B line stall The B line on the Action is relatively benign It is better done with the trims on the faster settings so that there is more reflex in the wing to aid recovery Again care should be taken not to pull down to much on the B s as some instability may take place
31. ng its self Action multi bag This unique bag design doubles as both a smart tough Cordura travel ruck sack Or reverses to become a large protective fast field bag to help protect your wing from UV exposure or rain or for those times that you are feeling lazy and can t be bothered to fold your precious wing properly An internal rip stop carry bag This lightweight internal bag provides an extra layer of protection and is ideal for carrying with you for landing out A compression strap For holding the wing together after folding A wallet With documentation and basic repair kit with spare lines and universal repair tape Two stage speed bar kit This manual 1 2 INTRODUCTION The purpose of this manual is to offer guidelines to the experienced pilot in the use of the Action wing and it is in no way intended to be used as a training manual for this or any other paramotor or paraglider You may only fly an aircraft of any description when qualified to do so or when undergoing training from an accredited School or Instructor It must be understood that flying can be a dangerous activity unless undertaken by properly trained people flying in a responsible and disciplined manner As the owner of an Action Paramotor Wing you have chosen to fly one of the safest aircraft of its type available Nevertheless in the final analysis any aircraft is only as safe as the pilot flying it and it is incumbent upon you to make sure th
32. ng that wants to fly ahead of the pilot The Action has the stability of those standard level wings but with increased performance giving aspect ratio which means longer lines and a lower point of tow so more leverage over the wings angle of attack therefore even more sensitivity to changes in line tension either from the towing machine operator or from the elasticity of the line itself The danger is that sudden changes in line tension may pull the wing into a stable stall situation This is a characteristic of this new generation of high performance self stabilizing reflexed wings so you must be extremely careful when towing on the Action 3 5 SOME GOLDEN RULES Never place your engine downwind of your wing Check check and re check the fuel system for leaks Have you enough fuel to get you there Better too much than too little Check for any loose articles that could trail or fall into the propeller while flying and fasten them securely If you spot a problem no matter how small deal with it NOW Always put on and fasten your helmet before clipping in to the harness Always carry out full pre flight checks before launching Try to control the glider on the ground facing forwards so as to keep the lines out of the prop You should only turn to face the glider to avoid falling backwards onto the motor Don t fly into danger over water trees power lines etc where an engine failure will leave you in trouble
33. o that the engine is pushing you along the ground rather than you into it It is best to try and leave the brakes alone and just let the canopy come up If it starts to go off to one side increase the pressure on the risers on the upper side Moving sideways towards the center of the wing whilst maintaining the direction of your launch If the wing starts to drop backwards increase to pressure on both risers to help it up more If the canopy is so far off to the side or behind that it cannot be recovered kill the engine and abort the take off and reassess the launch conditions As the canopy comes up the drag reduces it should stabilize over your head without overshooting you This is a good time to check that your wing is nicely inflated and that there are no tangles or lines fouled but this must be done whilst on the move and without turning When you feel the resistance reduce allow your run to accelerate Feel for pressure on the brakes coming down on them as required to steer or to increase lift for taking off Points to note If your propeller protection cage is flimsy enough the pressure of the lines on it during launch may distort it to the point where it fouls the prop If this is the case make sure the lines have cleared the cage before you open the throttle All control inputs should be smooth and progressive Don t attempt to take off if the canopy isn t roughly level overhead Dangerous oscillations may result if you app
34. r back ground handle the wing above your head When the wing is nicely level check that when the brakes are up against the brake pulleys bottom set that the trailing edge of the wing is not being pulled down Then as you gently pull the brake you should have about 5 centimetres of movement before the brakes start to pull down on the trailing edge of the wing Mark and adjust to the same length on both sides 2 factory marks for 1 and 2 pulley use are also on the brake lines to assist this process Note it is safer to have this adjustment too long than too short First Flights We recommend that to give yourself the chance to get used to it your first flights should be made on the slower range of trim settings where the Action will feel more familiar like a conventional wing With this trim try flying with a small amount of brake at the point where they just begin to feel heavier In practice this point will be encountered at about the one quarter brake position When you have become fully confident in your wing try experimenting with faster trim settings weight shift and speed bar and enjoy the extra speed and security the Action gives you 3 2 b Forward Launching the Action in Nil Wind While there may appear to be no wind this is rarely the case and it is essential for aircraft of this type to take off and make the initial climb out to a safe height depending on the surrounding terrain into wind This makes maximum use of th
35. rmal flying mode The brake pressures also increase when the bar is used so it is more for use during straight and level flight As you become more experienced careful release of the bar whilst entering turns gives an effect similar to pulling the stick back in a conventional aircraft The speed bar can be used with confidence throughout the whole range of the trim settings However we recommend that you do nat pull on the brakes too much when the bar is fully on as you may reduce the stability provided by the reflex wing section LANDING The Action has an excellent glide so good planning is required on approaches The brakes light at first become progressively heavier over a healthy amount of travel giving plenty of warning of a stall With trims on slow the wing lands like any other paraglider Plenty of air speed on approach progressive flare converting speed into lift till the moment of touchdown When landing with the fast trim on the process of bleeding off the extra speed to land can take longer and require more space In this mode there is a lot of stored energy so you may find yourself climbing out again if you aren t that smooth on the controls Having said that the brakes are very powerful The last bit of brake travel really shuts the wing down and slows you up It does not take long to develop the confidence to fly in stronger winds than normal but great care must be taken when flying fast near the ground The Actio
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search