Please read this manual before flying with the VELVET 2 and
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1. WoodyValley Fw a i Lea 1 D 2 D T SN em p L i iy P A P D r F c Ls CG CH Es h F 4 hs BH I 2 k E x s vr is d x x hl a res o j n j Lt E ya A a e CA Fae apy X N Lie Please read this manual before flying with the VELVET d and VELVET 2 AIRBAG for the first time WoodyValley THANK YOU We would like to thank you for having chosen one of our products and we invite you to read this important document the User Manual for the harness Please pay Special attention to the two most important paragraphs regarding Insertion of the reserve parachute The reserve parachute is a piece of equipment that may save your life It must be treated so that it works correctly when it is required whether this happens in two days time or two years from now Adjusting the harness The harness forms the connection between the pilot and the paraglider and it is an essential component in optimizing performance and the pleasure of flying A bad harness that is well adjusted may enable you to fly well but a good harness that is badly adjusted may put you off flying altogether We are confident that this harness will give you greater comfort control performance and enjoyment i2. Pull the handle outwards in order to extract the reserve parachute from the harness container Look for a clear area and in a continuous motion throw the reserve parachute away from yourself and the paraglider After the reserve parachute has opened avoid entanglement by pulling in the paraglider gripping at least one D line or the brake lines in order to collapse the glider On landing adopt an upright body position and ensure that you perform a PLF Parachute Landing Fall to minimize the risk of injury 2 3 Harness adjustments The VELVET 2 VELVET 2 AIRBAG harness provides a number of methods of adjustment so that the pilot can fly in the ideal position A little time has to be invested in finding the optimum position but this effort will be rewarded by exceptional comfort in flight Before making any adjustments the reserve parachute must be position To find the best position we suggest hanging in your harness from a Suitable point of support simulating flying position and conditions For this reason it is best to place all the things that you would normally carry with you when flying into the back pocket rucksack accessories extra clothing and other sundry items 2 3 1 Body Control The VELVET VELVET 2 AIRBAG harness is fitted with the new Body Control system which ensures that the pilot is closely connected to the harness This offers an unprecedented sensitivity in piloting your paraglider This type of sensitivi
3. 4 45 kg Velvet AIRBAG AIRBAG protection Velvet Protection in 17 cm foam T LOCK or GET UP Type of protection Type of straps VELVET 2 GET UP certification DHV GS 03 0336 06 VELVET 2 T LOCK certification DHV GS 03 0335 06 VELVET 2 AIRBAG GET UP certification DHV GS 03 0337 06 VELVET 2 AIRBAG T LOCK certification DHV GS 03 0338 06 Reserve parachute housing Built in container under the seat with lateral handle ww Woody Valley 8 CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL 8 1 VELVET 2 GET UP CERTIFICATES JJ Deutscher Hangegleiterverband e V im CG GE DH Deutscher Hangegleiterverband e V im DAeC Beauftragier der Gsterreichischen Luflfahribeh rde DHV OeAeC Technikreferat REPUBLIK OSTERREICH e Luftsportger te Kennblatt LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r H ngegleiter und Gleitsegel Gleitsegel Gurtzeug ee OSTERREICHISCHER AERO CLUB FAA Biaftgasse A sechst 443 1 7187297 43 1 7187207 17 Gerate Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0336 06 Ausgabe 0 Datum 12 06 2008 D 83703 Grund Miestacherste 2 Tel 49 8022 0675 40 040022 G875 09 Musterpr fung MUSTERANERKENNUNGSSCHEIN meng Ek i f r Paragleiter Gurtzeug 2 Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc MUSTERPR FBESCHEINICUNG n iin Gurtzeug f r Gleitsegel Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftfahrigerat wird als Muster anerkannt auf Antrag von The product described bakr has been mececied on Musterpr fnummer DHV GS 03 0336
4. asymmetric collapse ww Woody Valley There is also a small elastic clip at the extremity of the padded shoulder straps This prevents the shoulders from slipping out of the straps during the launch run The plastic clip also includes a useful whistle that can be used in emergency situations 2 3 6 Leg strap adjustment Because the leg straps are attached relatively high up the pilot has considerable freedom in thigh movement Normally the manufacturer s original setting should be satisfactory However it is important to try reaching the correct seated position in the launch phase without using your hands by testing the movements in a flight simulator If you cannot achieve the seated position without using your hands the sitting angle has to be checked and then the leg straps should be readjusted IMPORTANT All adjustments have to be performed symmetrically on both sides 3 FLYING WITH THE VELVET 2 AND VELVET 2 AIRBAG HARNESS 3 1 Pre flight checks For maximum safety use a complete and consistent system of pre flight checks and repeat the same mental sequence every flight Check that e all buckles are fastened Take particular care in the case of ice or snow Always clean off snow or ice before fastening buckles ww WoodyValley e the reserve parachute handle is fastened in its correct position and the pins are firmly inserted e pockets and zips are closed e the paraglider is connected correctly to the harness an
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6. its normal shape D Open the zip on the side below the Velcro protection on the bridle Inside you will find two pockets for the plastic protection c Insert the widest part of the rigid sheet into the lower pocket so that the point fits into the upper pocket as shown in the illustrations below Ensure that the oblique sides of the rigid protection follow the external stitching of the harness d Insert the foam protection as shown in the photographs The foam will automatically fit into the correct position Do not place the foam protection below the cross buckles on the back of the harness Should it be necessary to remove the protection just extract it following the steps above in reverse order 2 2 Reserve parachute The housing for the reserve parachute Is below the seat in the front part of the harness The container is large enough for most reserve parachutes on the market today The reserve parachute has to be linked to the harness before it is inserted into the built in pocket This connection takes the form of a dual bridle fixed to the harness at shoulder height for better load distribution and to ensure a correct landing position in the case that the reserve parachute 15 deployed This helps ww WoodyValley reduce the risk of injury to a minimum The reserve chute bridle has a large central loop coloured red and this 15 reinforced with a cover in Cordura 500 At the extremity of the loop there is a Velcro band which enables
7. with a front mounted reserve parachute or in which the cockpit has been integrated into the structure of the harness itself The cockpit and front ballast container is fixed using the webbing loops which are hooked into the main karabiners The karabiners should be opened and passed through the red loops of the support strap with the opening bar facing the rear A webbing triangle is sewn to both sides of the container with a fastening buckle that can also be used for adjustment By modifying the position of the fastening buckle and the length of the strap the height and inclination of the instrument panel can be varied as required WoodyValley A relax bar can be fitted to all our harnesses except for those already incorporating this accessory The relax bar is used to keep the legs stretched out and the feet resting on a support Some pilots consider this flying position as more comfortable than the classic seated position with legs hanging To attach the relax bar to the harness follow the instructions provided in the relax bar instruction manual 5 5 Leg Cover Leg Cover is a product that has been developed uniquely by Woody Valley in order to ensure unequalled comfort The special cover in waterproof vapour permeable fabric ensures protection from the cold and provides an improved aerodynamic profile To fit the leg cover to the harness follow the instructions provided in the Leg Cover instruction manual 5 6 Polycarbonate seat
8. 06 Woody Valley Modal snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Bezeichnung des Gerdtemusters Dieser Musteranerkennungsschein ist auf Grund der die Anerkennung ausl ndischer Musterpr fun _ gen betreffenden Bestimmungen der Zivillufttahrzeug und LuftfahrigerSteverordnung der am Tage 2 Gerategewicht ohne Packsack kg der Ausstellun enden Fassung ausgestellt VELVET 2 Get Up dida r alta ae oer appropriate Austrian neguiation as in forpa today 3 Maximal zul ssige Anhangelast kg 110 EE Paragleiter Gurtzeug 4 Integrierter Rettungsger te Auitencontainer Ja Das nachstehand bezeichnete Luftsportgeral ist als Muster gepr ft im Auftrag von Woody Valley Mode snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien 5 Gurizeugprotektor Muster Woody Valley Model snc WWT17A ruufacturnr e Trento Italien 6 Sonstige Besonderheiten Musterbezeichnung VELVET 2 Get Up designation Diese Musterpr fbescheinigung ist erteilt auf Grund der die Musterpr fung betreffenden Musterzulassungsbehdrde und Musterzulassungsschein DHW Bestimmungen des Luftverkehrgesetzes der Luftverkehrs zZulassungs Ordnung der Type Certification Authority and numbar of Type Nr DHV GS 03 0336 08 Verordnung zur Pr fung von Luftfahrigerat und der Luftt chtigkeitsforderungen in der EEIE S a heute gelenden F
9. 2 T Lock Woody Valley Model snc OHG 3 Datum der Musterpr fbescheinigung 12 06 2006 H Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gurtzeuggruppe GH 2 Gerategewicht ohne Packsack kg 5 2 3 Maximal zul ssige Anh ngalast kg 120 4 Integrierter Rettungsgerate Auftencontainer 5 Gurtzeugprotektor Muster Woody Valley Model sne OHG WW17A B Sonstige Besonderheiten lll Betriebsanweisungen Batriebsanweisung in der genehmigten Fassung vom 09 05 2006 duku wert i ngagl c da Sirghe z 83 3 Grand D ww Woody Valley 8 3 VELVET 2 AIBAG GET UP CERTIFICATES S REPUBLIK OSTERREICH OSTERREICHISCHER AERO CLUB FAA A 1030 Wien Tel E 1 7187297 Fax 43 T TIBTZ97 17 Raters Technik H ngas und Paragieiten D 83703 Gm Mieshacharstr z Tel 49 5022 007540 Fax 40 8022 0075 00 MUSTERANERKENNUNGSSCHEIN CERTIFICATE OF TYPE ACCEPTANCE f r Paragleiter Gurtzeug Nr MAK GS 03 0337 06 Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftfahrtger t wird als Muster anerkannt auf Antrag von Tha product described below has boon acoapied on application of Woody Valley Model snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Dieser Musteranerkennungsschein ist auf Grund der die Anerkennung ausl ndischer Musterpr fun gen betreffenden Bestimmungen der Zivilluftfahrzeug und Luftfahrtger teverordnung in der am Tage der Ausstellung geltenden Fassung ausgestellt T
10. 2006 il Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gurtzeuggruppe GH 2 Ger tegewicht ohne Packsack ka 5 2 3 Maximal zulassige Anhangelast kg 110 4 Integrierter Rettungsger te Aultencontainer Ja 5 Gurizeugprotektor Muster Woody Valley Model snc Velvet 2 Airbag 6 Sonstige Besonderheiten ill Betiebsa eum Betriabsanweisung in der genehmigten Fassung vom 20 07 2006 Dautscrei Miasbach e atthe Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift Deutscher Hangegleiterverband e V im DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r Hangegleiter und Gleitsegel MUSTERPRUFBESCHEINIGUNG Gurtzeug fiir Gleitsegel Musterpr fnummer GS 03 0337 06 Bezeichnung des Geratemusters VELVET 2 Airbag Get Up Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftsportger t ist als Muster gepr ft im Auftrag von Woody Valley Model snc OHG Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Diese Musterpr fbescheinigung ist erteilt auf Grund der die Musterpr fung betreffenden Bestimmungen des Luftverkehrgesetzes der Luftverkehrs Zulassungs Ordnung der Verordnung zur Pr fung von Luftfahrtger t und der Luftt chtigkeitsforderungen in der heute geltenden Fassung sowie zu den Bedingungen der Vereinbarung ber Musterpr fung und des Schreibens vom 17 08 2006 Die Musterpr fung gilt gem zugeh rigem Ger te Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0337 06 17 08 2006 Deutscher EEN gi w WoodyValley 8 4
11. EN EPA iig E 3 2 2 1 Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment Bag c0cccsescesssesssensosecsenesscssssensesssesesensosecsanesscsesuessesssusucesssssuenseususensotecsesesucsesuessesssusucassasausatensesensetecsenesessessensessas 4 2 2 2 Connecting tsch ZlwcheEfeisdiischestefflElg TEE 4 2 2 3 Inserting the reserve parachute into the VELVET e ET TEE 7 2 2 4 Inserting the reserve parachute into RTE E EE ET 8 2 2 5 Reserve parachute Tree E H E 9 TEE H EE EE 10 gt 10 Ae ae a l eebe 11 e SC E E A ED E IAE EE E E VEA EA T N A 11 ET ee TE 12 3 FLYING WITH THE VELVET 2 AND VELVET 2 AIRBAG HARNESS n s anuau tuv ains Eege n Un gEE 12 E a EE e le El rc 13 Ee DU M Ri cev n 13 Er E Ee mil c c 13 ESSE I O IE Me T 14 3 5 LANDING WITH THE VELVET
12. The polycarbonate seat offers advantages in terms of weight and therefore transport The seat is easy and obvious to install You just have to take out the seat from your harness and put the new one in its place following the reverse procedure You will discover the benefits of this special seat right from the start 6 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Check the harness after every impact bad landing or launch or in the case that there are signs of damage or excessive wear Periodically ensure that the airbag valve and cover are in perfect condition above all after any impacts We recommend having your harness checked by your retailer every two years and replacing the main karabiners every two years To prevent unnecessary wear and deterioration of the harness it is important to avoid its scraping against the ground rocks or abrasive surfaces Do not expose the harness unnecessarily to UV radiation sunlight outside normal flying activities Wherever possible protect the harness from humidity and heat Store all your paragliding equipment in a cool dry place and never put it away while damp or wet Keep your harness as clean as possible by regularly cleaning off dirt with a plastic bristle brush and or a damp cloth If the harness gets exceptionally dirty wash it with water and a mild soap Allow the harness to dry naturally in a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight If your reserve parachute ever gets wet e g in a water landing you must re
13. VELVET 2 AIRBAG T LOCK CERTIFICATES Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r Hangegleiter und Gleitsegel Geslegar p es Rach Di ipapec MUSTERPRUFBESCHEINIGUNG Gurtzeug f r Gleitsegel Musterpr fnummer DHV GS 03 0338 06 a Bezeichnung des Geratemusters VELVET 2 Airbag T Lock Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftsportger t ist als Muster gepr ft im Auftrag von Woody Valley Model snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italian Diese Musterpr fbescheinigung ist erteilt auf Grund der die Musterpr fung betreffenden Bestimmungen des Luftvarkaehrgesetzes der Luftverkehrs Zulassungs Ordnung der Veromdnung zur Pr fung von Lufifahriger t und der Luftt chtigkedtsforderungen in der heute geltenden Fassung sowie zu den Bedingungen der Vereinbarung ber Musterpr fung und des Schreibens vom 17 08 2006 Die Musterpr fung gilt gem t zugeh rigem Ger te Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0338 06 17 08 2006 pA Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift fiaulschar F rmegemenvecbensd a v REPUBLIK OSTERREICH OSTERREICHISCHER AERO CLUB FAA Biatigasse amp A 1030 Wian ch 843 1 71872917 Fan 443 1 T187207 17 Technik H nge und P 0 83702 Gmund M tten 40 B022 0575 40 Fax 440 AO07 D8T 5 0 MUSTERANERKENNUNGSSCHEIN CERTIFICATE OF TYPE ACCEPTANCE f r Paragleite
14. arachute into the pocket of the harness so that the handle 15 visible and facing outwards and the loop connecting the handle to the deployment bag is facing Upwards Thread a thin cord such as paraglider riser cords through each elastic loop This will help close the pocket Thread the elastic loops into the smallest of the eyelets on the pocket flaps Close the flaps following the order shown in the photographs below Push the metal pins on the handle into the elastic loops and under the transparent cover It is essential to remove the cords after this operation The cords should be pulled out slowly in order not to damage the elastic loops by excessive friction Lastly the handle should be positioned under the elastic cover IMPORTANT Every new combination of reserve parachute and harness or the external container assembled for the first time should be tested by an official harness or reserve parachute dealer or by a flying instructor Deployment of the reserve parachute should be perfectly feasible from the normal flying position ww WoodyValley 2 2 5 Reserve parachute deployment It is vital to feel periodically for the position of the reserve parachute deployment handle during normal flight so that the action of reaching for the reserve parachute handle becomes instinctive in an emergency In emergency situations the deployment procedure is as follows Look for the reserve parachute handle and grasp it firmly with one hand
15. assung sowie zu den Bedingungen der Vereinbarung ber Anerkannte Beuvorschriften Deutsch Osterr Lufft chtigkeitsforderungen f r HG und GS lll Betriebsanwelsu Musterpr fung und des Schreibens vom 12 06 2006 Mond NEEN Ee e Zusatzliche Auflagen Batriabsanweisung in der genehmigten Fassung vom 09 06 2006 Die Musterpr fung gem zugeh rigen Ger te Kennblatt Mr DAV GS 03 0336 06 Additional recuinaments Diese Musferanerkennung ist an die Einhaltung der Auflagen der Musterzulassungsstelle gebunden Diese Musteranerkennung kann durch den OAeC bertragen ausgesetzt oder widerrufen werden 12 06 2006 Th s shall remain in affect until surrendered suspanded or raked by Gurt b ge anand i ef D I If nio ize DEN Datum der Ausstellung 12 06 2006 Unterschrift Deutscher dp vis pu e eat Date of issu Signaturn Miesbac war Sua Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift e ed EI ena peuss Weg fe Aug ww Woody Valley 8 2 VELVET 2 T LOCK CERTIFICATES Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fstelle f r Hangegleiter und Gleitsegel MUSTERPRUFBESCHEINIGUNG Gurtzeug f r Gleitsegel Musterpr fnummer DHV GS 03 0335 06 Bezeichnung des Geratemusters VELVET 2 T Lock Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftsportger t ist als Muster gepr ft im Auftrag von Woody Valley M
16. c in front of the board holding the speed bar prevents the reserve parachute handle from becoming entangled in the speed system during deployment of the reserve parachute The speed bar cords are threaded firstly through the eyes fixed to the elastic in front of the board and then into the harness through the eyes near the front corners of the Seat after which they are led through the pulleys near the rear corners of the seat and brought directly up to connect to the paraglider risers To adjust the system correctly the pilot has to adopt a flying position in the harness suspended from a flight simulator and hook into the risers ww WoodyValley of the paraglider Another person then helps by supporting the risers so the pilot can adjust the length of the speed system cords When no pressure is exerted on the speed bar the bar must be at a distance no greater than 10 cm below the front of the harness If the speed bar cord is too short it could cause a constant force on the bar during flight so that the accelerator is unintentionally engaged at all times in flight It is safest to take off with the speed bar a little too long progressively shortening it during the next flights Remember that all adjustments have to be performed symmetrically on both sides 5 3 Cockpit and front ballast assembly On all our harnesses a special front container can be fitted complete with ballast map case and instrument panel The only exceptions are harnesses
17. d that both karabiners are locked closed by means of their locking system e the speed bar is attached correctly to the glider 3 2 Pockets The VELVET 2 VELVET AIRBAG harness has a large dorsal pocket and small pockets on each side arranged so that contents cannot fall out during flight even if pockets are left open These pockets are on the two sides of the harness and they have a zip for closing them 3 3 Dual flying The VELVET harness can be used for dual flying while the VELVET AIRBAG harness is best not used for flying dual because a passenger in front of the pilot would obstruct the inflation valve preventing the airbag from reaching its optimum protective capacity 3 4 Flying above water It is inadvisable to use the VELVET VELVET AIRBAG harness on flights over water In the event of the pilot being forced to land on the water the foam dorsal protection or the airbag which are filled with air may force the harness into a position that holds the pilot underwater Woody Valley recommends the use of a suitable lifejacket when flying over water ww WoodyValley 3 5 Tow bridle connection The VELVET VELVET AIRBAG harness can be used for towed launches The tow bridle release should be hooked directly to the main karabiners ensuring that the karabiners are positioned with the opening bar facing the rear For further details refer to the documentation provided with your tow release or ask a quali
18. e that the padded section around the airbag inflation valve does not suffer any tight folds which could eventually mar its correct functioning 1 4 S 0 S label This label coloured red with white lettering is readily visible in a pocket on the right shoulder strap padding It is easy to pull out and it is fastened to the harness to prevent it from being lost On the back of this label you can write the information that you think should be given to rescue personnel in case of accident WoodyValley 2 BEFORE USING THE HARNESS VELVET VELVET AIRBAG must be assembled by a qualified paragliding professional such as your instructor More specifically great care has to be dedicated to inserting the reserve parachute into the harness in the correct way Only after this has been performed should the pilot adjust the harness for maximum comfort 2 1 Assembling the dorsal protection for VELVET 2 Woody Valley recommends that assembly should be performed in the sequence detailed below In case of doubts or any other problems regarding this procedure please consult your instructor your Woody Valley retailer or the importer Normally the product is supplied with separate dorsal protection in foam and rigid plastic This is rolled and packed separately In this case follow these steps for its installation a Remove the foam protection from its packaging once it has been removed from its packaging it may take about hours to return to
19. econd system The reserve parachute bridle is passed through the loop at the end of the harness reserve parachute bridle The reserve parachute itself is then passed through the large loop in the reserve parachute bridle This connects the two bridles The loops should be pulled as tight as possible to avoid any chance of dangerous friction developing between the two bridles during the shock caused when the reserve parachute opens To ensure that the link between the two bridles remains tight remember to fasten the knot using the Velcro strip on the harness reserve parachute bridle Third system If you are using a reserve parachute with directional control and dual bridle or if your reserve parachute in any case has a double riser bridle it can be connected to the harness using the two loops positioned at the base of the harness bridle near the padded shoulder straps In this case the harness reserve parachute bridle will not be used and so it should be folded fastened using two elastic bands and positioned under the cover behind the pilot s neck ww WoodyValley The two connections should be made using screw lock karabiners with a breaking strength of at least 1 400 kg In any case it is important to verify that the length of the bridle is sufficient to position the reserve parachute inside the harness pocket and that there 15 sufficient play to enable the parachute to be taken out of the pocket without causing the reserve parachute d
20. eployment bag itself to open during extraction IMPORTANT To prevent anomalous lateral loads the bridle should be attached to both the loops on the shoulder straps Not to just one of them WoodyValley 2 2 3 Inserting the reserve parachute into the VELVET 2 harness Insert the reserve parachute into the pocket of the harness so that the handle 15 visible and facing outwards and the loop connecting the handle to the deployment bag is facing upwards Thread a thin cord such as paraglider riser cords through each elastic loop This will help close the pocket Thread the elastic loops into the smallest of the eyelets on the pocket flaps Close the flaps following the order shown in the photographs below Push the metal pins on the handle into the elastic loops and under the transparent cover It is essential to remove the cords after this operation The cords should be pulled out slowly in order not to damage the elastic loops by excessive friction Lastly the handle should be positioned under the elastic cover IMPORTANT Every new combination of reserve parachute and harness or the external container assembled for the first time should be tested by an official harness or reserve parachute dealer or by a flying instructor Deployment of the reserve parachute should be perfectly feasible from the normal flying position WoodyValley 2 2 4 Inserting the reserve parachute into the VELVET 2 AIRBAG harness Insert the reserve p
21. fied towing instructor at your flying site 3 6 Landing with the VELVET 2 and VELVET 2 AIRBAG Before landing slide your legs out and off the seat surface so that you take up a standing position Never land in the seated position it is very dangerous for your back even if you have foam dorsal protection or an airbag which provide exclusively passive protection Standing up before landing is an active safety precaution and itis much more effective than passive forms of protection 4 PACKING THE HARNESS Packing the VELVET harness is similar to the system used in general for all paraglider harnesses The only difference is in the method of folding the semi rigid hood section This has to be performed as shown in the illustrations below because otherwise unwanted folds may appear that cannot be eliminated ww Woody Valley 5 FEATURES AND ASSEMBLY OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 5 1 Inserting side protections NO AIRBAG Put the side protections into the inside pockets located on the sides of the harness To facilitate the insertion lift the seat board for easy access to the space between the main webbing and the neoprene side pocket Follow the steps shown below to complete insertion 5 2 Assembly and adjustment of the speed system After having adjusted the sitting position to the optimum configuration the accelerator must be adjusted This harness is compatible with all normal types of speed system accelerators The elasti
22. his certificate of Accaptancn is issued in accordance with the appropriata Austrian regulation fonce Today Luftfahrtger t Paragleiter Gurtzeug Product Arsteller Woody Valley Modal snc OHG 38074 Gardolo Trento Italien Musterbezelchnung VELVET 2 Airbag Gel Lip Type design lian Musterzulassungsbehorde und Musterzulassungsschein DHW Typo Cartification Authority and number of Type Certificate Nr DAV GS 03 0337 06 Anerkannte Bauvorschriften Dewtsch Csterr LulttGchtigkeitsforderungen f r HG und GS Anoepted Certification Stara Zus tzliche Auflagen Additional nequiremants Diese Musteranarkennung ist an die Einhalfung der Auflagen der o g Musterzulassungsstalle gebunden Diese Musteranerkennung kann durch den bertragen Ue ES oder widerrufen werden This certificate shall remain in effect unl surmendared saspanded or revolosd by Datum der Ausstellung 17 08 2006 Unterschrift pon of Signatume Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im DAeC DHV OeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Prifeielle f r Hangegkeiber und Gleitsegel Beauflragter der amp sberngichischen Luftfanrtheh rde Luftsportger te Kennblatt Gleitsegel Gurtzeug Ger te Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0337 06 Ausgabe 0 Datum 17 08 2006 L Musterpr fung 1 Ger temuster VELVET 2 Airbag Get Up 2 Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc OHG 3 Datum der Musterpr fbeschainigung 77 08
23. io of aas Signatum Os CH Deg Technik RE Za 2 G Deutscher H ngegleiterverband e V im DHV OeAe Technikrefarat Luftsportgerate Kennblatt Gleitsegel Gurtzeug Ger te Kennblalt Mr DHV G5 03 0338 06 Ausgabe 0 Datum 17 08 2006 l Musterpr fung 1 Ger temuster VELVET 2 Airbag T Lock 2 Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc OHG 3 Datum der Mustemr fbescheinigung 17 08 2006 Il Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen 1 Gurtzeugaruppe GH 2 Geritegewicht ohne Packsack kg 52 3 Maximal zul ssige Anh amp ngelast 120 4 Integrierter Rettungsger te Aultencontainar Ja 5 Gurtzeugprotektor Muster Woody Valley Model snc OHG Velvet 2 Airbag Sonstige Basondarheiten Batriabsamwelsungen Batriebsanweisung in der genehmigten Fassung vom 20 07 2006 eg TE Cru acne HI Miet Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this manual 15 correct but please remember that it has been produced for guidance only This owner s manual is subject to change without prior notice Please check at www woodyvalley com for the latest information regarding the VELVET 2 and VELVET 2 AIRBAG harness Latest update APRIL 2010
24. move it from the harness dry it and repack it before putting it back in the container Repairs and replacement of harness components cannot be performed by the user but exclusively by the manufacturer or staff authorized by the manufacturer The manufacturer and authorized service staff alone can use materials and techniques ensuring correct product functionality and its complete conformity to product certification The harness can be washed using a tepid solution of water and mild soap Zip fasteners should be kept clean and lubricated with silicone spray In the case of making any request to an official retailer or Woody Valley for maintenance operations please quote the complete identification number shown on the silver label in the rear pocket We hope that you enjoy great flights and happy landings with VELVET and VELVET 2 AIRBAG WoodyValley 7 TECHNICAL DATA DHV tested for a maximum load of 120 kg Distance between karabiner and seat Size M 41 5 cm L 43 cm XL 45 5 cm Distance between karabiners min max Size M 36 48 cm L 37 48 cm XL 38 50 cm Size of wooden seat size M Width 32 cm depth 35 cm Size of wooden seat size L Width 35 cm depth 37 5 cm Size of wooden seat size XL Width 39 cm depth 41 cm Total weight of VELVET size complete with reserve parachute handle karabiners and protection Total weight of VELVET AIRBAG size L complete with reserve parachute handle and karabiners 5 50 kg
25. n flight We are conscious of the fact that reading an instruction manual is not an exciting experience However please remember that the respective product is not a citrus juicer or a mobile phone and that correct use of the harness helps reduce the risk of flying accidents This manual contains all the information necessary to assemble adjust fly and store your harness Thorough knowledge of your equipment will improve your personal safety and your level of flying The Woody Valley team SAFETY NOTE You have purchased a piece of equipment manufactured by us and so you are aware of your identity as a paraglider pilot holding the respective pilot s licence and you accept all the risks connected to paragliding including the possibility of injury and death The incorrect or inappropriate use of Woody Valley equipment greatly increases this risk In no case can Woody Valley and the Woody Valley retailer be held responsible for personal injury caused to yourself or to third parties or for whatever type of damage If you have any doubts on the use of our equipment please contact your retailer or the importer for your country WoodyValley ces asi ga EE 1 ONCE P WEE 1 OT EEN 2 E TE ARBA ER ek d CTION UE E A EAE E E AE E A NS d ER E eN EE d BEFORE USING THE RARNESS nni 3 e L ASSEMBHUNG THE EE EEN 3 CER S
26. odel snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardalo Trento Italien Diese Musterpr fbescheinigung ist erteilt auf Grund der die Musterpr fung betreffenden Bestimmungen des Luftverkehrgesetzes der Luftverkehrs Zulassungs Crdnung der Verordnung zur Pr fung von Luftfahriger t und der Luftt chtigkeitsforderungen in der heute geltenden Fassung sowie zu den Bedingungen der Vereinbarung Ober Musterpr fung und des Schreibens vom 12 06 2006 Die Musterpr fung gilt gemd zugeh rigem Garate Eennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0335 06 12 08 2006 Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift EL aimtervarband GN Doutscher Hangeglarte SU 2 E IO Gm ae i REPUBLIK OSTERREICH OSTERREICHISCHER AERO CLUB FAA Blattgasse 6 A 1030 Vig Tal 43 1 CTS Fax 4543 1 T TBTZ87 17 Reaferat Techrik D 33703 Gmund Mivsbachersir Z Tal 7449 8022 9675 40 e B 8022 0675 00 MUSTERANERKENNUNGSSCHEIN CERTIFICATE OF TYPE ACCEPTANCE fiir Paragleiter Gurtzeug Nr MAK GS 03 0335 06 Das nachstehend bezeichnete Luftfahrigerat wird ala Muster anerkannt auf Antrag von Tha product decribed bokya has boen accepted on application al Woody Valley Model snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien Dieser Musteranerkennungsschein ist auf Grund der die Anerkennung ausl ndischer Musterpr fun gen betreffenden Bestimmungen der Zivilluftfahrzeug und Luftfahrtger teverordnung in der am Tage dor Ausstellung gel
27. pesa sessi r pese srssisrsse rises rss rrr so sess rsen sss renatus eO sch ix AIBAGGEFUPCERTFCATE S CREME TRT UOxs el ri VELVET AIRBAG ERT ER T er WoodyValley 1 GENERAL INFORMATION The equipment supplied should comprise Harness Wooden seat plate Hook in karabiners Handle for reserve parachute deployment 2 spare elastic loops for fastening the reserve parachute The optional extras comprise 5peed bar Relax bar Front ballast pocket Leg Cover wind proof cover Lightweight seat plate in polycarbonate Side protections NO AIRBAG 1 1 Concept VELVET 2 is made in two versions VELVET with foam protection and VELVET 2 AIRBAG with Airbag protection VELVET 2 VELVET 2 AIRBAG is a product that was developed wholly by Woody Valley to meet the demands specifically expressed by our pilots This harness was created to be the ideal product for a large proportion of pilots because we have dedicated special attention to comfort while of course privileging safety VELVET VELVET 2 AIRBAG is a simple linear lightweight harness designed for maximum comfort and ease of use It is easy to carry around when not in the air ww Woody Valley With this harness chest straps and leg straps can be fitted with the T LOCK safet
28. r Gurtzeug Nr MAK GS 03 0338 06 Dus bezeichnete Luftfahrtger amp t wird ala Muster anerkannt auf Antrag von peuduct described below has bewn acceplid on application ol Woody Valey Modal snc Loc Spini di Gardolo 96 38074 Gardolo Trento Italien Dieser Musteranerkennungsschein ist auf Grund der die Anerkennung ausl ndischer Musterpr fun gen betreffenden Bestimmungen der Ziviliuftfahrzeug und Luftfahrtger teverordnung in der am Tage ed Ausstellung geltenden Fassung ausgestellt ceriificatn of Type Acceptanca is accordance with fa appropriate Austrian regulation as in fonce bday Luftfahrtger t Paragleiter Gurtzeug Product argteller Woody Valley Modal snc OHG 38074 Gardolo Trento Italien Manufacturer Musterbezeichnung VELVET 2 Airbag T Lock designation Musterzulassungsbaehaorde und Musterzulassungsscheln DAV Certification Authority and number of Type Nr DAY G5 03 0338 06 Anerkannte Bauvorschriften Deutsch Osterr Luftt chtkgkeiisforderungen f r HG und GS copied Cartfication Sitandani Zusatzliche Auflagen Ackigeonal rmquimmants Diese Musteranerkennunmg ist an die Einhaltung der Auflagen der a g Musterzulassunmgsshalle gebunden Diese rigs pido A durch den AeC auagesetet oder widerrufen werden Tr s cortiicato shall mmain in effect unti murendennd suspended Datum der Ausstellung 17 05 2006 Unterschrift Da
29. tenden Fassung ausgestellt This cerlficate of Type Acceptance is issued in accordance wh the apeeceelatis Austriam regulation in once Today Luftfahrtger t Paragleiter Gurtzeug Product Hersteller Woody Valley Model snc 38014 Gardolo Trento Italien reich Musterbezeichnung VELVET 2 T Lock Typa designalion Musterzulassungsbeh rde und Musterzulassungsschein OHV Carttication Authority and number of Type Certificate Nr DHV GS 03 0335 06 Anerkannte Bauvorschriften Deutsch Osterr Lufft chtigkeitsforderungen f r HG und GS Certification Standard Zus tzliche Auflagen Additional requirements Diese Musteranerkennung ist an die Einhaltung der Auflagen der og Musterzulassungsstelle gebunden Diese Musteranerkennung kann durch den bertragen oder widerrufen werden This caviiiesto ahal romain in affect until surrendered suspended or nevoled by Datum ne 12 06 2008 Unterschrift Signau amp grc Club FAR Ceterroichie che un SCH ew peu geiert nik HS d eg Ur 2 Hersteller Deutscher Hangegleiterverband e V im DAeC H DHViOeAeC Technikreferat LBA anerkannte Pr fsiefe f r HBngeglester und Gleitaegel Baeauflragier der Gaberreichischen Luftfahribeh rde Luftsportgerate Kennblatt Gleitsegel Gurtzeug Gerdte Kennblatt Nr DHV GS 03 0335 06 Ausgabe 0 Datum 12 06 2006 1 Musterpr fung 1 Ger temuster VELVET
30. the link with the reserve parachute to be held firmly in position 2 2 1 Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag VELVET 2 VELVET 2 AIRBAG is supplied with a handle for reserve parachute extraction It is identified with the number this handle alone should be used for this purpose The black loop attached to the handle itself should be passed into the loop on the deployment bag and then the entire handle should be passed through its own loop and pulled tight For easier extraction the loop attached to the deployment bag should be positioned laterally with respect to the centre of the reserve parachute If your deployment bag does not have this loop please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the reserve parachute 2 2 2 Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness There are three different methods of attaching the reserve parachute bridle to the harness bridle First system Use a screw lock karabiner with a breaking strength of at least 2 000 kg In this case the bridles should be held in position within the karabiner using elastic bands to prevent the karabiner from rotating and taking the strain laterally instead of vertically The karabiner s screw lock should be tightly screwed shut to avoid any possibility of it opening accidentally This type of connection can absorb a higher opening shock than the second system and for this reason this is without doubt the recommended system ww Woody Valley S
31. ty is very important in active flying techniques ww WoodyValley 2 3 2 Adjusting the sitting position The first adjustment procedure regulates the angle between the thighs and the back depth of seat This angle can be varied from about 90 to 130 by adjusting the straps running through the lateral trimmers The lateral straps help you adjust the sitting angle and they provide leg support on long flights 2 3 3 Back position adjustment By adjusting the back using the trimmers higher up on the side the pilot adjusts the inclination of the torso with respect to the vertical axis in flight A good flying position improving control of the glider is obtained by positioning the face at about 15 cm from an imaginary line between the two karabiners i P ms d Y i ww WoodyValley 2 3 4 Shoulder strap adjustment Shoulder strap adjustment enables the harness to be adjusted to the pilot s height The adjustment buckle is situated low down near the rear edge of the seat The shoulder straps also support part of the torso weight to improve comfort y d 2 3 5 Chest strap adjustment The chest strap adjusts the distance between the two karabiners and it can be set between 37 and 48 centimetres When the chest strap is tighter stability is greater We recommend a length of about 40 42 cm A wider distance does not improve glider performance and a smaller distance can accentuate the effects of a twist following an
32. y system or with the GET UP safety system to prevent the pilot from sliding out of the harness in the case that he or she has forgotten to fasten the leg straps 1 2 VELVET 2 protection VELVET 2 is fitted with dorsal protection in foam with a thickness of 17 cm A sheet of high density polyethylene on the outside of the foam dorsal protection provides a barrier in the case of collision with pointed objects and the reinforced external fabric reduces the damage that could be caused to the harness by abrasion This dorsal protection was designed to help the pilot in case of impact reducing the energetic intensity of deceleration However it cannot completely eliminate the risk of injury 1 3 VELVET 2 AIRBAG protection The airbag provides excellent protection against the shock caused by impact Its structure based on semi rigid compartments ensures that about 60 70 of total protection is provided even without complete inflation which occurs during the launch phase When preparing for flight before putting on the harness check that the zip on the back is completely closed In any case the performance of the airbag underneath remains unchanged because the opening between the airbag and the rucksack is of dimensions to ensure consistent results whether the zip is open or closed When the zip is closed the part of the airbag behind the back corresponding to the large rear pocket functions more effectively When folding the harness make sur
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