Harness EVO XC3
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1. AIR_EVO XC3 Page l7 Tu P AIER Users manual EVO XC3 Speed Bag optional cockpit installation wy Sliding system setup WwW sliding system connection layout VW Soeed bag seat pleat setup Wy Lateral low bridles g Speed bag bridle tension adjustment Speed bag foot plate Cockpit MEME SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC5 Page l8 SS OU FP ADF Users manual EVO XC3 Fasten the sliding system straps B to 2 Fasten the Velcro connections beneath 3 Fasten the Velcro central Soeedbag sec the buckles beneath the seat the Speed Bag D in the receiving ends tion E fo the Velcro found af the end inside below the Air Bag the harness F 6 push the fastening straps through the Speedbag openings and attach the self locking carabiners A Fasten the Soeedbag s right sided 5 Fasten the Soeedbag s left side with the handle with the harness s Velcro harness s left side snap SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of fhe components used are Made in Europe gt UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page 19 U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 7 Remove the split hook from the bridle located on the top right side of the Soeedbag Push the cord through the bridle s grommet and once more fasten the split hook with a lark s head Knot configuration 9 Left side push the Speedbag s lateral high leff strap cord and bring the qu2. noti ceably when tightening the chest strap VV a se Ai A SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page25 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Pre Flight check Prior each takeoff conduct a pre flight verification by running through the following list e Check thatthe harness and the carabiners are not damaged e Be certain for the reserve parachute pocket to be properly closed with its handle securely in place e Check that your personal settings have not been modified e Check the connexion risers harness as well as the self locking carabiners locked and secured e Check your soeed bar system if your harness is equipped with one Only after a thorough weather conditions analysis can the decision to wether fly or not be made and to outfit yourself with the harness e Properly and securely fasten the leg chest strap buckles e Double check that all buckles are fully locked and secured by pulling firmly on them Check that no line fab or cloth is stuck jammed in the buckles e Be absolutely certain for the reserve parachute handle to work freely without anything impeding its proper functioning Main buckles MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page26 Tu P AIER Users manual EVO XC3 Flight phases Flight phases The takeoff phase is easily conducted Once
3. air borne the transition from running to seating is smooth and effortless Never keep your steering toggles in hands to push yourself inside the harness and risk stalling the glider for flying too slow Never let go the steering toggles when flying close to obstacles In flight Once in flight the harness is very instinctive and precis to handle Please set the distance between the two carabiners according to aerology conditions and to the wing manufacturer s guide lines Tightening the chest strap provides more stability but less harness piloting efficiency Beware of the increased risk of riser Twisting The reverse is true and enables more piloting control but could become dangerous in turbulent air with the risk of falling foward the col lapsed side of the wing without being able to actively counteract MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page27 Tu P AIRR Users manual EVO XC3 Speedbar use Using the optional foot restf We recommend a careful use of the speed bar due of an increased risk of a potential frontal collapse Please carefully read the manufacturer s recommendations in the glider manual for more detailed information Using the foot rest enables the pilot to have a harness more in tune with the wing while increasing leg comfort during extended flights EME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most
4. components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page4 Tu PAER Users manual EVO XC3 aLaaa Technical specifications S M L XL Pilot size 160 175 cm 165 185 cm 175 195 cm 195 205 cm Pilot weight cm 50 75 kg 60 90 kg 70 100 kg 80 110 kg Harness weight in standard version Bumpair 17cm wooden seat plate two self locking 4558 4638 4938 carabiners i k 43159 4395 9 4695 9 Harness weight in version Bumpair 17cm carbon fiber seat plate foot rest risers two self locking carabiners Backrest height cm 65 az 70 5 Reclined seating height cm RE RE EE 2 40 Seat length cm a a 31 Seat width crn 33 53 7 3 Carabiners height cm SS 44 Carabiners distance between the two cm 3050 3950 3950 39 50 Impact damping system Airbag Volume No Impact damping system Bumpair Thickness Yes Certification EN 1651 LTF Flight tandem Pilot Passenger Possible Flight acrobatic flying No Take off Winching towing Yes Jettisoning carabiners compatibility No MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Pages Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Choosing your harness size is important You will find below a measurement chart to help with your selection We recommend you fo try out the harness in different sizes during a hang test at the near est SUP AIR dealers location for proper fitt
5. inside your paragliding rucksack in a dry cool and clean place protected from UV exposure If your harness is wet please dry if thoroughly before storing During transport protect the harness from any mechanical or UV deterioration use a bag Please avoid long transports in wet or humid conditions Product longevity A Independently from the pre flight checks you must open and unfold your rescue parachute once every 6 months A full compulsory maintenance harness check must be conducted every two years e Carbon fiber seat plate no cracks or splinters e webbings no wear fear or material unraveling no Unwanted folds e The buckles and self locking carabiners no hairline cracks apparent damage and functioning properly The threads making the webbing and fabrics used in the EVO XC3 have been selected to offer the best possible light weight to longevity ratio Nonetheless in some conditions after long term exposure to UV and or significant abrasion or exposure to che micals if is compulsory to have your harness s integrity checked af a certified repair centre Your safety depends on if These carabiners must never be used for anything else than paragliding not for climbing towing e c EME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page31 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Repairs Materials Recycling Though we use the highest quality materials if i
6. AIR assembly 10 Speed bar system 11 Foot rest Option 12 Reserve parachute installation 13 speedbag optional cockpit assembly 18 shoulder straps adjustments 22 Behavior in flight 2 Pre Flight check 20 Pilot Jerome Maupoint SUP AIR Contents In flight 27 Complements Accessories 20 Maintenance 3 Cleaning and harness maintenance Jl Storage and transport 3 Product lifespan Repairs 32 Materials 32 Recycling 32 Respecting the environment 33 Disclaimer oo Pilot s gear 33 service Book 34 dl p i ik CCE f p i A Ba J d D Eo SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page3 U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 Introduction Welcome to the world of paragliding With the EVO XC3 you are equipped with a complete pro duct to help you broaden your horizons and let you discover new Cross Country thermal flights With its great comfort level a BUMPAIR 17 cm and a reserve parachute pocket under the seat you Will be able to handle any kind of soaring condition anywhere After reading this manual we suggest you check your harness by conducting a hang test prior to your intitial flight with if N B Three important icons will help you Understand this manual Advice A Caution D Danger PS Y SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of fhe
7. AIR housing Dorsal pocket Inside the dorsal pocket Insert the BUMPAIR 17XC open the vertical zip inside the slot BUMPAIR 17 XC Push the BUMPAIR between the exterior of the contain er and the BUMPAIR housing Once the BUMPAIR is fully inserted inside its housing push behind the dorsal pocket Once the BUMPAIR is fully inserted inside its housing close the vertical zipper PA SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page 10 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Installing the speed bar system The EVO XC3 Is pre equipped to use a soeed bar as most of our harness models are Within the SUP AIR gear lineup the standard speed bar is the most adaptable for being the light est and self retractable wy Lines TJ Crimped hooks aCA Elasticated self retrac table soeed system o 7 Fr Elasticated Elasticated recoil cord recoil cord D shaped buckle g E SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of fhe components used are Made in Europe Speed bar cord Push the accelerator cord through the guiding tube Push the speed bar line through the pulley g Push the accelerator cord through the lat eral skirt slot vy Attach the end of the soeed bar lines fo the crimped hooks which is fo be connected to the riser s crimped hooks Adjust t
8. SUP AIR VLD 34 rue Adrastee Parc Altais 700 ORO n AVAN D FRANCE 45 54 024N 06 04 725 E U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 Thank you for choosing an EVO XC3 We are proud fo join you on your journey in our common passion paragliding SUP AIR has been designing producing and selling accessories for free flying activities since 1984 By choosing a SUP AIR product you benefit from almost thirty years of exper tise innovation and listening to customer feedback This is also our philosophy working endlessly to develop better products and to maintain a high quality production in Europe We trust that you will find this manual comprehensive explicit and hopefully pleasant to read We advise you fo read if carefully On our website www supadircom you will find the lastest updated information about this g product If you have any further questions feel free to ask one of our retailers And of Wy course the entire SUP AIR team is at your disposal through info supaircom We wish you many safe flights enjoyable hours and happy landings EM The SUPAIR team oie he Pilote J rome Maupoint SUP AIR D SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC Page2 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Introduction 4 Technical specifications 5 Size choice Nomenclature 7 Harness overview 8 Seat plate assembly BUMP
9. With a small cord hook the loop 1 mar Push the cord and the loop through grom bring it up to close the zipper Ker met 2 A SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page ls U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 Push the cord with the loop through grom With a small cord hook the loop 4 marker met 3 and push the handle s pin through the loop Then tuck away the pin with the handle s end behind the neoprene flap 3 Push the cord and the loop through grom met 5 Y Push the cord and the loop through grom Push the cord with the loop through grom Then tuck away the pin with the handle s met 6 met 7 and push the handle s pin through end behind the neoprene flap 7 the loop A SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page l6 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 The fab is located at the end of the zip oer on the bridle side inside the fabric sleeve Top view Upon setup completion conduct an extraction sequence during a hang test to verify that all works properly before repeating the installation procedure Zip up the reserve parachute riser sleeve Reserve parachute riser protective sleeves Harness with reserve parachute overview EME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP
10. ce tension on the adjustment buckles and decrease the effort required to unlock them with an upward tilt Tightening Ea SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Bighten Tightening SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page23 Tu PAER Users manual EVO XC3 Seat depth adjustment This adjustment enables the seat depth to be adjusted If can be an asset when flying with feet on the foot rest in a more reclined posture On the other hand if is nof necessary to reduce the seat depth for an adopted upright seat ing flying posture tighten A To reduce the seat depth raise your hips while pressing on the foot rest this action reduces the tension on the buckles and the pull exerted on the adjust ment straps ends To loosen the support tilt the adjustment buckles and relax the adjustment Straps MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page24 U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 Inflight behavior The harness geometry creates a very good symbiosis ou correlation between the wing and seat stability especially when tightening the chest strap The EVO XC3 is a stable and dampened harness The backrest is stiffened thus enabling a better pressure distribution on the entire dorsal area during for long comfortable flights The EVO XC3 structural design brings an excellent correlation between the wing and the harness
11. he lines length and securely knot if b5 A Self retracting speed system push the elastic cords through the D ring to con nect them to the white loop stitched on the inner sides of the harness g If the accelerator is not used the lateral skirt can be folded over and around the guiding tube and close by pressing the button SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Pagell Tu P AIRR Users manual EVO XC3 Foot rest installation Option The EVO XC3 is pre equipped to accept a retractable foot rest 20MM A Push the elastic under the guide C Push the foot rest strap through buckle B located am ah t the elast at the front of the harness PAROI ONE NAS SNS ie ii around the main strap while deciles pushing if through buckle D Inner view Outer view Adjust the foot rest length during a hang test and stow away the straps excess in the elasticated holder EME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page 12 Tu PAIR Users manual EVO XC3 Rescue parachute setup assembly Thank you for carefully reading the following We advise you to have the initial rescue parachute installation done by someone knowled geable with the process Connecting the handle fo the rescue parachute s deployment bag Place the handle inside the middle webbing The handle must be connected to the central loop and make a lark s head kno
12. ick release plastic buckle with the lark s head Knot configuration up 8 Connect the splif hook previously installed to the other one attached with and elasticated cord to the Speedbag closing buckle on the right side Re ig ta Pa He A Fife hth et 10 Aplastic quick release buckle is found on the right side of the harness Fasten the buckle to the right side of the cockpit ee SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC3 Page20 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 To enter a harness equipped with a Soeedbag once both main buckles of the harness are connected and locked Close the left side of the Close right side of the Soeedbag speedbag MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page21 Tu PAIR Users manual EVO XC3 Harness adjustments All those adjustments must be conducted while seating in a hang test device and before the initial flighf Shoulder straps adjustments Loosen Tighten the shoulder straps using the small looped cord by pulling forward or downward Loosen by pulling the checkered strap reward J Resting precisely on the shoulder straps improves comfort You must find the perfect equilibrium between the side lateral trim straps adjustments and the shoulder straps In a reclined seating position the shoulder straps also participate to the
13. in a certified school Carry an adequate insurance policy as well as a flying licence and use common sens as to wether or not fly based on your experience level Be humble SUP AIR can not be held responsible for your paragliding decisions or activities This SUP AIR product has been designed exclusively for paragliding Any other activity such as skydiving or BASE jumping is absolutely forbidden Pilot s gear It is essential for your personal safety to wear a helmet suitable boots and adequate clothing for the activity Having a reserve parachute properly connected to your harness when flying is not an option but rather a mendatory part of your safety gear MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page33 Tu AEF Users manual EVO XC3 Maintenance Book This page will help you to record all the life stages of your EVO XC3 harness Serial number Purchase date FT O Care Care Owner s name L Resale Resale Workshop s name Buyer s name Workshop s name Buyer s name Shop s name and stamp Care Care Resale Resale Dae Jo ooo Workshop s name Buyer s name Workshop s name Buyer s name EE SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page34
14. ing For a complete list of our retailers please click here www supadir com Preliminary test Under hanging device Size 1m45 1m50 1m55 1m60 1m6s 1m70 1m75 1m80 1m 85 1m90 1m95 2M 2m05 Weight Eo SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Size choice xs XS S ms S M M ww L XL mx SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page6 Tu P AIRR Users manual EVO XC3 Nomenclature EVO XC3 harness Standard version BUMPAIR 17 XC Wooden seat plate see corresponding size ON page 30 mm Self locking Zicral 4 4 4 Reserve parachute handle ref E2 Version BUMPAIR 17 XC Carbon fiber seat plate see corresponding size on page 9 30mm Zicral Self locking carabiners Reserve parachute handle ref E2 Solo Dyneema individual risers 7mm Maillon Rapide Toric ring x2 4 4 4 4 4444 Self retractable foot rest 20mm Options WV standard double stage soeedbar W EVO CX3 Speedbag MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page User s manual EVO XC3 This illustration will helo you understand the manual content ES SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe Harness overview q Attachment points Y Main buckles g Chest strap adjustment Leg stra
15. of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page28 U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 Landing Straighten yourself in your harness and adopt a running posture to dissipate the horizontal speed after touchdown A Never land while seating It is dangerous h lt i A SUP AIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe UP AIR_EVO XC Page29 Tu PAR Users manual EVO XC3 Complements Accessories Optional fully compatible accessories are available for your EVO XC3 harness Accelerator Speed bar ACCELSOUPLE Thin double stage speed bar 100 g 20mm self retractable foot rest CALEPIEDRETRACT 20mm self retractable foot rest 150 g All necessary technical information comes with the product and or can be accessed through our website at www supaircom MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page30 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Maintenance Cleaning and harness maintenance If is a good idea to wash your harness from time to time We recommend using a mild solvent such as soap with a soft brush Rinse thoroughly DO NOT use chemicals agents such as aggressive detergents or strong solvents potentially harmful fo the webbing stitching and harness fabrics Zippers should be lubricated from time to time using a silicon spray only Storage and transport When not using your harness store if
16. overall comfort by supporting the upper torso shoulder area Tighten Backrest angle adjustment Change the backrest angle by pullling the loop Loosen MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page22 Tu P AIRR Users manual EVO XC3 Chest strap adjustment This adjustment is important for acting on the ABS and the harness overall stability The tighter the more stable The opposite is true while still enabling weight shiff steering To tighten the chest strap Place your leff hand in front of the risers and grab the right carabiner With the right hand shorten the distance by grabing the chest strap finger loop and pull it to tighten the chest strap D A To loosen the chest strap Place your left hand in front of and pass the risers to grab the right carabiner Using the left hand shorten the distance between the risers and pull the finger loop in the op posite direction to loosen the chest strap loosen Seat plate adjustment This adjustment enables leg support variations toward to front of the seating area Com fort and seating posture can be improved for pilots with long legs To tighten and increase leg support to the front of the seat plate bringing the legs up ward will reduce tension on the adjustment buckles and decrease the effort required to pull The end straps upward To loosen the tension raising the legs upward will redu
17. ps g Backrest tilt adjustment g Shoulder straps adjustments g Seat plate angle adjustment g Seat depth adjustment do Foot rest buckle wv speed bar guide Reserve parachute handle M2 Dorsal pocket WY BUMPAIR placement SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Pages Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 Installing the seat plate The EVO XC3 can be equipped with a wooden or a carbon fiber seat plate to loose overall harness weight Once the seat plate is fully insert ed in its housing fold the hood over if Lift the rear end of the seat Push the seat plate all the way fabric and insert the seat to the end of the housing plate leading edge first Corresponding seat plates for the various harness sizes po Ses Size MT Set Size XL Wooden seat Wooden seat plate S 33x34 Wooden seat plate M 35x37 Wooden seat plate L 37x37 Wooden seat plate XL 39x37 plate Ref Reference MPPLOT Ref Reference MPPLO18 Ref Reference MPPLO19 Ref Reference MPPLO20 Carbon fiber seat Carbon fiber seat plate S Carbon fiber seat plate M 35x37 Carbon fiber seat plate Carbon fiber seat plate XL97 x37 33x34 Ref Reference MPPLOO6 L 37x37 Ref Reference MPPLOO8 plate Ref Reference MPPLOO5 Ref Reference MPPLOO7 MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page9 Tu AFF Users manual EVO XC3 BUMPAIR assembly BUMP
18. s possible that your harness may eventually deteriorate through general use If show ing any signs of significant wear and tear you should have if inspected and eventually repaired at a certified repair centre if necessary SUP AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period Please contact us by either tele phone or E mail sav supair com in order to receive a quotation Fabrics Webbings CORDURA light Polyamide 20 mm 500 DaN Polyester 25 mm 1250 DAN All our materials are selected for their technical and environmentally friendly characteristics Most of them are recyclable If you estimate that your harness has reached the end of its lifespan you can then separate the plastic from the metallic parts and ap ply up to date sorting rules in effect in your community As for the fabric parts we would advise you to contact your local specialized recycling center s MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page32 Tu P AIER Users manual EVO XC3 Environmental friendly practices We highly recommend you to respect the environment when paragliding Do not wander outside marked trails Do not make un wanted noise and do not disturb nature as a whole Please be mindful of the environment af all times Disclaimer Paragliding is an activity requiring specific skills Knowledge and sound judgement Learn the basics
19. t with the handle loop except for large reserve parachutes use side loop Must be checked at the end of the installation procedure by gently pulling on the handle and make certain to disengage both safety pins held in place 2 Fasten tightly the lark s head knot and verify the solidity of the link Completely open the reserve parachute risers guiding sleeve zipper Connecting the risers to the harness Make a lark s head knot confi guration with each Dyneema riser on the harness parachute connections MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC Page l3 Tu PAIR Users manual EVO XC3 Connecting the reserve parachute with the pa rachute risers using the 7mm carabiners Mail lon Rapide Secure the bridles in place using the toric elasticated rings Connected risers to the harness lark s head knot connection Tuck the risers away in the riser sleeve MEME SUPAIR manufactures its products in Europe Most of the components used are Made in Europe SUP AIR_EVO XC3 Page 14 U P AIR Users manual EVO XC3 To close the protective riser sleeve lower the zipper tab down to the reserve parachute pocket level Es y x Place the POD in the pocket Reserve handle on the seat plate side lines and handle Once the tab can not move further and facing outward aligned with the reserve parachute pocket
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