iMPRESS 2
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1. Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement du parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat general constat 4 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle N hte B nder Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures a glissiere Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement du parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat g n ral constat Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Stempel Stamp Cachet Stempel Stamp Cachet 32 5 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle N hte B nder Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness2. NDVANCEIM ERE s User manual Edition 05 2011 Contents Thank you for flying ADVANCE ees 4 About ADVANCE ire 5 ThE IMPRESS 2 ropne a E 6 Welcome On DOINA veccsacesedeccsoesetnenessciparsedenisecmonenass ieesonananpiaaacesag 6 Developed from the Pro s approved in ptractice 6 One philosophy one concept asses sees eee ereenn 6 Outstanding features of the IMPRESS 2 sse sese resser yeee eee 7 Safety advice rn dees et eege ee aa RES teen 9 General information on paragliding eee 9 Preparing the harness nee Ee sc Sege 10 WT 10 Adjusimenis i15 oret sis ear a et ec D vig ael RU ERR d 10 Comfort foam back protection installation instructions 12 Fitting tlie Speedbag rn anne 12 Fitting the Windskirt sss 14 nstalling the emergency parachute eee eee eee eee yeee eee eee 14 Use in flight ss 18 General essiens 18 Flying with Speedbag ET 18 Flying with stirrup and Windskirt esee 18 Use of the speed system 18 Flying without stirrup or Speedbag freestyle 19 Using with other glider brands le Winching ire 19 ACHO info eee 20 Tandem flying sse 20 Maintenance repairs and care sese eree eree 21 Maintenance ece 21 Check 21 Repairs 22 Disposal une ei dtd Seege eeh 22 Technical detailS rriren inner aS COR ion st 23 Te
3. Chest strap Central connection Adjustable Safe T fastener chest and leg straps Adjustable padded leg straps Angle adjustment strap Speed system pulley with stopper Cockpit fixation Fixation for Soeedbag or stirrup Velcro to fix the Solario Vario Central ballast compartment Stirrup retractor 27 Side view 13 14 15 16 Covered emergency system connection Emergency parachute handle Big storage compartment with hydration system fixation and back protector radio holder 28 Serviceneft Service booklet Carnet de maintenance Gurtzeug Harness Sellette Gr sse Size Taille Seriennummer Serial number Num ro de s rie Eingestellt am Ajusted on Premier r glage Unterschrift Signature Signature Stempel H ndler Dealer stamp Cachet du revendeur iMPRESS 2 iMPRESS 2 EAPR GZ 7072 08 L 30 Nachpr fung Inepection insoecton 1 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle Nahte Bander Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures glissi re Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement d
4. chest strap uses automatic quick lock buckles and provides the functionality of a Safe T System o Caution Always close the chest strap first then the speedbag Before every takeoff check with a physical pull on the chest strap that both quick release fasteners are closed Be sure to do this again if this is a second attempt after a failed takeoff If the chest strap is not closed you can fall out of the harness with fatal results Adjustment of the seating position The relatively high fixed back strap enhances the effective suspen Sion of the back and takes the pressure away from the shoulders With the two quick adjust buckles you can adjust this position easily in flight This is the only adjustment you should do in flight depending on the conditions after you have set the harness to your ideal posi tion The lumbar support can be adjusted very precisely to your preferred position This feature guards against unnecessary fatigue in the low er back These two adjustments are crucial for your comfort on long flights If you set them up well you will be able to fly without any tension in the stomach or shoulder muscles Adjustment of the seatboard angle The angle of the seatboard can be adjusted easily and almost infi nitely to suit your personal preferences It is important to choose as flat an angle as possible to avoid any pressure from the seatboard on the back part of the thigh When using the IMPRESS 2 for freestyl
5. flying hours per year an annu al check is needed after the first check The check includes a visu al assessment of the material webbing parts and connections the most important sewing as well as the suspension carabiners All parts are inspected for tears kinks frayed seams general damage and evidence of serious misuse Finally the overall condition of the harness is rated and recorded in the service handbook You can find additional information about the check in this manual in the section Service or at www advance ch 21 Repairs You should not attempt to repair a harness yourself as a general rule The various parts made with great precision and careful geometry For this reason only the manufacturer or an authorised service cen tre may fit identical replacement parts or make repairs to the harness structure Disposal Environmental protection plays an important role in the selection of materials and the manufacture of an ADVANCE product We use only non toxic materials that are subjected to continuous quality and envi ronmental impact assessments If your harness reaches the end of its service life in a number of years time please remove all metal parts and dispose rest of the materials in a waste incineration plant lechnical detais Technical data iMPRESS 2 S M L Pilot size cm 155 172 168 187 183 202 With of seatboard cm 30 32 32
6. materials available We are one of the few paraglider manufacturers that actually make our own har nesses as well They are produced in our own factory with our high quality standards using the most advanced techniques available Outstanding features of the IMPRESS 2 Aerodynamically optimised Extensive studies in the wind tunnel at the Technical High School in Zurich confirmed the advantage of an aerodynamically optimised design with a slim silhouette These tests have been substantiat ed during many test flights and in daily practice However the posi tion of the pilot angle of the Speedbag and the clothing Speedarms are important factors that assist in reaching the best performance as well Bar Compact E Soss hr A ballast system close to the harness centre of gravity and the central position of the safety chute make launching very easy The weight of any additional ballast that the pilot chooses to carry is transmitted di Polar of OMEGA 7 28 at 100 kg take off weight rectly to the carabiners allowing the harness and pilot to be a homo IMPRESS 2 model STANDARD genous and compact unit The ballast has minimal effect on the har ness setup or feel Comfortable The pilot weight is equally distributed from the thigh area to shoul alek Fors rar ders with no adverse squeezing or compression that may affect the blood circulation and decrease concentration The Speedbag offers a lot of warmth and can be
7. seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures a glissiere Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement du parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat g n ral constat 6 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle N hte B nder Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures a glissi re Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement du parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat g n ral constat Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Stempel Stamp Cachet Stempel Stamp Cachet 33 ADVANCE Thun AG Uttigenstrasse 87 CH 3602 Thun Garantiekarte Waranty Card Carte de garante Gurtzeug Harness Sellette iMPRESS 2 iMPRESS 2 EAPR GZ
8. ventilated easily to stay comfortable even on the longest flight Versatile three alternatives in one harness e Configuration with Speedbag perfect aerodynamics and insulation offers the best comfort on long flights e Configuration with Windskirt and stirrup optimised aerodynamics but less bulky and less weight Configuration without stirrup ideal for freestyle use and in winter if flying with skis Important details e A well designed hydro system promotes trouble free drinking on long flights e Adaptable Speedbag with unrestricted adjustment of length and angle e Low clip in points e Integrated pockets Functional cockpit Easy to use grab speed system Safety advice Paragliding harnesses like all commercial available reserve para chutes are not at all suitable for free fall because of their construction The reserve parachute and its connection are not designed to with stand an abrupt opening All adjustments of the harness should definitely be made before flight The correct adjustment of a harness contributes significantly to its correct functioning safety and comfort in flight The foam protector in the pelvis back area of the harness does not provide complete and comprehensive protection from injury It merely serves to attenuate the energy of impacts and thus minimise injury which may result from a fall to the ground from a minimal height dur ing imperfect takeoffs and landings When carrying
9. 34 34 36 Depth of seatboard cm 3f 40 43 Hight of attachment points cm 42 43 44 Weight harness STANDARD kg 3 9 4 1 4 4 i Weight Speedbag light kg 1 7 1 8 1 9 Weight Windskirt light kg 07 0 75 0 8 Weight comfortfoam kg 0 74 0 8 0 92 Weight seatboard light kg 0 24 0 26 0 3 Weight harness PLUS kg 3 9 4 1 4 4 Weight Speedbag light kg 1 7 1 8 1 9 Weight Windskirt light kg 0 7 0 75 0 8 Weight back protector kg 1 18 1 22 1 26 Weight seatboard light kg 0 24 0 26 0 30 1 If you intend to fly mostly in an upright position freestyle in your IMPRESS 2 we suggest stepping up a harness size due to the greater length in the back that is required from sitting upright 2 The weight ofthe harnesses are without rescue comfort foam back protection seatboard but inclusive Powerfly carabiners safety chute internal container and handle 23 The materials We are continuously checking and testing the materials that we use Like all ADVANCE products the IMPRESS 2 was developed and built after exhaustive technical research and from the best materials avail able We chose the selected materials very carefully following strong quality controls Outer and inner fabric Nylon 210D Oxford PU coated Main Leg and Shoulder straps PES VO1 25 mm 2 000 kg Chest strap PA 44 mm 2 000 kg Safe T System Hsi11 click lock Certification Both versions have been tested and approved according to LTF DIN EN 1651 to 120 kg The PLUS version i
10. 7072 08 Gr sse Size Taille S M L Seriennummer Serial number Num ro de s rie Kaufdatum Date of purchase Date d achat Wiederverk ufer Dealer Revendeur K ufer Owner Proprietaire Name Name Nom Adresse Address Adresse PLZ Ort ZIP City NPA Ville Telefon Phone Telephone e mail Garantiekarte innerhalb 10 Tagen nach Kaufdatum einsenden Guarantee card to be posted within 10 days of delivery Carte de garantie renvoyer dans les 10 jours qui suivent la date d achat G advance thun ag fon 41 33 225 70 10 www advance ch uttigenstrasse 87 fax 41 33 225 70 11 info advance ch ch 8600 thun
11. The IMPRESS 2 Welcome on board The ADVANCE iMPRESS 2 is an aerodynamically optimized and ver satile harness of the latest generation Developed for the use in com petitions it is also perfect for all those pilots who like the warmth of the Speedbag during long flights Due the fact that you can remove the Speedbag with ease this model is one of the few in its class that can be used for freestyle flying and in winter with skis as well The iMPRESS 2 is derived from the very successful IMPRESS How ever the IMPRESS 2 is available now in three sizes allowing more versatility for fitting pilots of different heights Some details have been changed from the iMPRESS without affecting its legendary comfort The iMPRESS 2 version has a thicker LTF certified back protector and this provides even more protection and safety Developed by the Pro s approved in practice The iMPRESS harness was developed and tested by Chrigel Maurer threetimes PWC Overal winner European Champion and OLC Over all winner Chrigel used an early prototype of this harness on his Eu ropean XC Record flight in 2004 323 km His 10 hour flight certainly proved the comfort of this design Now not only all of the ADVANCE Comp pilots fly with the IMPRESS but many top pilots using other makes of glider choose it as well One philosophy one concept Just like our gliders ADVANCE harnesses are well engineered high end products made from the best
12. age Contents The iMPRESS 2 delivery package contains e Harness iMPRESS 2 including lightweight seatboard 2 Powerfly carabiners e STANDARD version 10 cm comfort foam PLUS version 18 cm back protector e T Locking system with automatic quick release clips chest and leg straps combined e Safety chute internal container including handle e Speed system e Adaptive restraint system for the speed bar e detachable radio handy photopocket e User manual with warranty card and service booklet Options e Speedbag Detachable neoprene full length leg cover with integrated camera pouch cockpit with instrument mount and adjustable speed system Windskirt Perfectly fitting detachable short Neoprene cover with integrated cockpit adjustable step speed system with stirrup for flying the harness without leg cover Adjustments Hang up the harness and sit in it Close the harness buckles and check out the most comfortable position for you The pictures in this manual show you all the different fitting possibilities When setting the harness up for the first time we recommend fitting the back pro tection and installing your emergency chute to give a realistic feeling The white stitching lines in various locations on the webbing of the harness represent the basic settings as recommended by the ADVANCE development team For your first test flight choose quiet weather conditions If necessary repeat the whole adjustment procedure af
13. araglider manufacturers Since it was founded in 1988 the company has consistently pursued its own directions and concepts both in development and in production The results are well enginee red products with distinctive characteristics At the heart of the ADVANCE brand is a team of specialists who share the passion of the customers who place their trust in the com pany s products With their thorough understanding of flying they contribute their valuable personal experiences and dedication to the working processes For many years ADVANCE has drawn on the world of competition for its technical expertise A small team of selected test and competition pilots regularly aquire remarkable sporting successes with its proto types thus winning countless important international titles Total control of the production process and supervision of the work procedures in ADVANCE s own production facility in Vietnam ensure a high standard of workmanship Over many years excellent relations with fabric and line manufacturers have been established the ADVANCE know how also finds its way directly into the development of new materials ADVANCE attaches great importance to looking after its customers after the sale and has built up a worldwide service network for this purpose Regular exchanges of experience with its customers bring a steady flow of new insights that find their way into ADVANCE prod ucts thus completing the Circle of Service
14. chnical data cat ie toii t poatea de 23 Theim terlals aaa nn 24 COPTIC ATION i sense Leien Eed edlen ere rd eegen See 24 Te 25 ADVANCE service centre iii 25 The ADVANCE website 25 Warranty TEE 25 Overview of components sur i ER er RR oss 27 Maintenance manual successen nerne n nr n nr nn nnnee 30 Inspeetion 2 ntc a ea 31 Warranty card ne retis rra cm xp cx d dr lam e edd re EE SEER 34 Thank you Tor flying ADVANCE Congratulations on your choice of an IMPRESS 2 a quality product from ADVANCE We are sure that you will spend many rewarding hours in the air with it In this user manual you will find instructions and important information about safety care of the harness and maintenance and that s why we recommend that you read this document carefully before your first flight The latest version of this manual as well as further updated in formation can be found at www advance ch Any new safety related information concerning the product will also be published there If you have any further questions or problems please contact your dealer or get in touch directly with ADVANCE This user manual is an important component of the harness If you sell your iMPRESS 2 at a later date please pass this manual on to the new owner Now we wish you a lot of satisfaction with your IMPRESS 2 and as always happy landings Team ADVANCE About ADVANCE ADVANCE a company based in Switzerland is one of the world s leading p
15. d to release the warm air inside the bag just bend a knee You can ventilate the bag easily and adjust your temperature to stay comfortable even on the longest flight Flying with stirrup and Windskirt Choose the same position as when flying with the Speedbag With the Windskirt you will not have the same aerodynamic benefits as the Speedbag or the same protection against cold air Use of the speed system Because of the well designed tensioning of the speed system the first step position will always be accessible immediately whether in the speed bag or on the stirrup Using the speed system whilst flying with the Speedbag is easy one leg is held straight to keep the ten sion on the Speedbag whilst the other leg pushes the first step of the accellerator Going to the second step is just as simple with the foot from the first step now maintaining the tension of the Speedbag and the speed system effectively operated with the other foot This meth od of operation promotes an active speed bar style of flying making use of the increased sensitivity felt when using just one leg It en 18 courages the pilot not to just lock out the legs or going straight to full extension when using an accelerator This two step one leg method is equally suitable for use with the stirrup system when the Speedbag is not fitted Flying without stirrup or Speedbag freestyle You can fly the IMPRESS 2 in a more upright position if re
16. e without Speedbag or stirrup you need to get a more angled position pull the front of the seatboard up to raise the knees The angle of the seat board can be quickly altered using the quick adjust buckles This makes the IMPRESS 2 harness quite adaptable for cross coun try and freestyle pilots Comfort foam back protector installation instructions The comfort foam is an important element to get the most comfort on long flights This foam is not compatible with other harnesses and is not LTF approved Open the protector compartment and slide in the comfort foam The hard shell is already integrated in the harness ex factory The protector must in every case be fitted into the com partment so that it does not slide around The PLUS version back protector is installed in the same way as the comfort foam Caution after the installation of the comfort foam check carefully that the reserve parachute handle works well Fitting the Speedbag Attach the Speedbag to the matching velcro on the rear of the har ness Close both side zippers and fix the reserve handle be sure it is in the correct position Thread the four internal straps from the front of the Speedbag through the harness attachment points and pull until the desired length and angle is reached 12 When you are adjusting the speedbag s length whilst on the ground pass the webbing through the metal pass through buckle with out doubling it back through This al
17. e harness The deployment handle can be fixed on the right side of the harness only It is in good view and can be reached easily To ensure a correct deployment is pos sible when required ensure that the three yellow plastic coated re lease wires are cleanly routed Info The reserve handles of the STANDARD version and the PLUS version are not interchangeable Q Caution Never connect the inner container to the reserve parachute Q Caution Always make sure that reserve parachute handle works without a hitch Parachute connection with the harness For attaching the reserve parachute to the harness you must connect the harness bridle to the reserve bridle with a suitable screw link of at least 2400 daN safe breaking load Caution The bridles must be fixed at the screw link for example by using an elastic band Never use sticky tape instead Compatibility testing Every new combination of emergency parachute and harness should be checked by either the manufacturer of the harness or a quali fied person The deployment of the reserve parachute must be free ly possible from the flying position and according to the manufactur er s requirements Caution Before every flight check that the reserve handle is in the correct position and that the yellow securing cables are correctly positioned 16 Tip The ADVANCE Team advise checking the position of the handle in every flight to get used to its location Contr
18. lows you to fine tune it in the air When you are satisfied you have got the optimal position you can fix the setting by doubling the webbing back through the buckle to lock it off Pull the speed bar line through the 3 side pulleys and the eyelet of the Speedbag Tension the speed system toward the front of the Speed bag with the help of the bungy from the leg loop to the left or right side depending on personal preference If desired you can chose to use a two step system Support the Speedbag on both sides by fitting the strengthened openings over the main carabiners of the harness Finally mount the cockpit with the small screw gate carabiners Info The speedbag sizes only match the corresponding harness sizes and they are not interchangeable Info Because of the different harness circumference the speedbag for the standard version is not interchangeable with the PLUS version Fitting the Windskirt Attach the neoprene Windskirt to the matching velcro on the rear of the harness Close both side zippers and fix the reserve handle be sure it is in the correct position The velcro located under the front of the seat board for additional ballast also fixes the Windskirt perfectly to the harness It stops flap ping and slippage of the skirt Pull the speed system line through the three side pulleys and the eyelet of the Windskirt Loop the foot stirrup into both of the plastic buckles and tension the speed system with the he
19. lp of the bungy to the left or the right side depending on personal preference This two step system has been designed to provide a flexible solution enabling the pilot to use just one leg Support the Windskirt on both sides by fitting the strengthened openings over the main carabiners of the har ness Info The windskirt sizes only match the corresponding harness sizes and they are not interchangeable Info Because of the different harness circumference the windskirt for the STANDARD version is not interchangeable with the PLUS version Installing the emergency parachute The iMPRESS model is prepared for the attachment of the emergen cy parachute in an aerodynamically ideal position and close to the centre of gravity The correct mounting of the parachute is not com plicated but must be carefully and exactly implemented for your se curity If you are unsure do not hesitate to contact someone with ap propriate experience or your ADVANCE dealer Inner bag and deployment handle The parachute should be packed in a square shape that matches the size of the delivered deployment bag The handle is to be looped onto the deployment bag Check that during the installation of the reserve the attachment between the handle and the container is located at the side First put the main attachment bridle and the lineloops in the compart ment and then slide in the chute The flaps of the deployment bag are facing down when inserted into th
20. o not unnecessarily expose the harness to sunlight before and after the flight UV light e Allow a wet or damp harness to dry completely by leaving it at room temperature or outdoors in the shade gt Always repack your safety chute Do not expose the harness to excessive temperature fluctuations and ensure adequate air circulation to prevent the formation of condensation e Should the harness come into contact with salt water rinse it thoroughly with fresh water gt Always repack your safety chute e Check the condition of all stitching and webbing regularly Pay special attention to the connection of the safety chute and the stitching at the loops of the main hang points e Only clean the harness with fresh water and a little neutral soap if necessary Do not use solvents under any circumstances e Have the harness examined by an expert if it was subjected to increased stress Such as a tree landing Most safety chute manufacturers advise regular check ups every 6 months or so to make sure that the system works efficiently Safe ty chutes should only be repacked by a well trained authorised per son In addition ADVANCE strongly recommends regular checking of the loops pins and any velcro flap parts at the deployment system as part of a pre flight routine check to establish it is in working order before every flight Check All your equipment must be given a check every 24 months 2 years With intensive use more than 150
21. ollable safety systems Rogallo Use the two red loops on the shoulders to fit this system The web bings from this system can be placed in the channel and the stand ard bridle webbing can be folded loosely into the top pocket of the harness out of the way Please don t be tempted to cut them this would stop a normal parachute being fitted at a later date Use in fight General Before every takeoff carry out the following pre takeoff checks 1 Helmet and harness chest strap done up reserve ok 2 Lines free 8 Canopy open 4 Wind direction and strength assessed 5 Airspace and field of view clear Caution Always close the chest strap first then the speed bag Before every takeoff check with a physical pull on the chest strap that both quick release fasteners are closed Be sure to do this again if this is a second attempt after a failed takeoff If the chest strap is not closed you can fall out of the harness with fatal results Flying with Speedbag In its Speedbag configuration the IMPRESS 2 is fulfilling its job as ef ficiently as possible When correctly set up the harness transmits in formation from the wing directly to your lumbar area and enables you to fly very sensitively Pressure is equally distributed from your thigh area to your shoulders with no adverse squeezing or compression that may affect your blood circulation and decrease concentration The Speedbag offers a lot of warmth but if you nee
22. out safety training over water you should be aware that the foam protector floats in the water and can putt he pilot ina head down attitude There s also a risk that the foam protector will eventually fill with water and sink with the pilot General advice about paragliding Flying a paraglider calls for appropriate training and a sound knowl edge of the subject and of course the requisite insurance cover and licences A pilot must be able to correctly assess the meteorological conditions before taking off His or her capabilities must be adequate fort he actual paraglider Wearing an adequate helmet suitable boots and clothing as well as carrying an emergency parachute are essential Before every flight all items of equipment should be checked for damage and airworthi ness A proper pre takeoff check must also be carried out Each pilot bears sole responsibility for his or her participation in the sport of paragliding Neither the manufacturer nor the seller of a par aglider can guarantee or be held responsible for the pilot s safety Preparing the narness Delivery Before the delivery of every ADVANCE harness the dealer must check that the delivery package is complete and that the basic assembly is correct The fully completed guarantee card returned to ADVANCE will ensure that defects in the product attributable to manufacturing faults are covered by the ADVANCE warranty see Warranty in the section Service Pack
23. quired You need to tilt the seatboard to seat you more vertically You can use the integrated pull back system for the speed system as well This version is very flexible and ideal for all freestyle flights and in winter when fly ing with skis Use with other glider brands The iMPRESS harness can be used with any paragliders there are no restrictions Winching ADVANCE harnesses are suitable for winch launching The iMPRESS 2 may only be connected to the tow link using rope loops or maillons screw links fixed directly to the main carabiners If you are in any doubt you should always consult the winch driver or someone au thorised by the manufacturer Acro flying The geometry and strength of the IMPRESS 2 means that it is capa ble of flying acro manoeuvres without problem but this harness has stowage for only one reserve parachute As a matter of principle ADVANCE would only recommend a harness with provision for two reserves for acro flying Tandem flying The iMPRESS 2 harness is not suitable for tandem flying due to its design whether for the pilot or passenger 20 Maintenance repairs and service ntervals Care and Maintenance Ultraviolet light heat moisture salt water aggressive cleaning agents improper storage or mechanical stress dragging the harness over the ground will accelerate the ageing process The life of a harness can be extended significantly by observing the following points e D
24. rmed by e mail on news and products It is well worth visiting the ADVANCE website regularly because the range of services offered is continuously being expanded Warranty As part of the ADVANCE warranty we undertake to rectify any de fects in our products that are attributable to manufacturing faults To make a claim on the warranty notify ADVANCE immediately if a de fect is discovered and send the defective product in for inspection The manufacturer will then decide how a possible manufacturing fault is to be rectified repair replacement of parts or replacement of the product This warranty is valid for three years from the date of pur chase of the product 25 The ADVANCE warranty does not cover any claim other than those indicated above Claims in respect of damage resulting from careless or incorrect use of the product e g inadequate maintenance unsuit able storage overloading exposure to extreme temperatures etc are expressly excluded The same applies to damage attributable to an accident or normal wear and tear Every ADVANCE paraglider and every ADVANCE harness is delivered with a warranty card In order to enjoy the full benefits of the ADVANCE warranty you are requested to return the completed warranty card to ADVANCE within 10 days of purchase or to complete the relevant form on the website in the Warranty section IMPRESS 2 Front view D JO Om P GM sek o M O Padded shoulder straps
25. s fitted with a LTF certified back protector 24 Service ADVANCE Service Centre ADVANCE operates two company owned service centres that carry out annual checks and repairs of all types The workshops based in Switzerland and France are officially certified to carry out repairs by the German Hanggliding and Paragliding Federation DHV They possess many years experience and in depth product specific know how ADVANCE s worldwide service network includes other authorised service centres that provide the same services All service facilities use original ADVANCE materials exclusively You can find all information on annual checks and repairs and the relevant addresses at www advance ch The ADVANCE website At www advance ch you will find detailed information on ADVANCE and its products as well as useful addresses which you can contact should you have any questions Among the things you will be able to do on the website are e to complete the warranty card online up to 10 days after purchase enabling you to enjoy the full benefits of the ADVANCE warranty e to inform yourself about new safety related expertise concerning ADVANCE products e to download an application form in PDF format which you can use to send in your paragliding equipment for a check at ADVANCE e to find an answer to a burning question among the FAQs Frequently Asked Questions e to subscribe for the ADVANCE Newsletter so that you will be regularly info
26. ter the flight to improve on your settings 10 Info You can find a short film about adjusting the harness on www advance ch The designer threetimes PWC Overall winner Chrigel Maurer here shows you the perfect way to adjust your IMPRESS 2 harness in person Tip For your first flight in the new harness choose calm conditions ideally If necessary readjust the harness after flying by repeating the setting up procedure until you have found your best flying position Q Caution Be aware that the more prone or laid back you are in the harness increases the likelihood of the pilot and harness twisting if in a spin Adjustments of the shoulder straps The shoulder straps of the iMPRESS 2 harness permit easy adjust ment of the desired seating position for various pilot sizes The neo prene covered adjusters are located at hip height and can easily be moved over a wide range of settings Adjustments of the leg straps The leg straps should be adjusted to a length that allows easy move ment during the launch phase This allows a safe launch even with the speed bag and full loading water ballast and guarantees that there is a comfortable transition to the desired seating position af ter launch Adjustment of the chest strap The distance between the hang points can be varied using the ad juster on the chest strap The development team recommends the optimal setting to be approximately shoulder width approx 44 cm The
27. u parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat g n ral constat 2 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle N hte B nder Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures glissi re Funktionskontrolle Rettungssystem Function check of the emergency parachute Contr le du fonctionnement du parachute de secours Rettungsschirm frisch gefaltet Packing of the emergency parachute Pliage du parachute de secours Allgemeiner Zustand General condition on delivery Etat g n ral constat Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Bemerkungen Remarks Remarques Stempel Stamp Cachet Stempel Stamp Cachet 31 3 Nachpr fung Inspection Inspection Datum Date Date Von From Par Unterschrift Signature Signature Durchgef hrte Pr farbeiten Inspection made Contr les effectu es Sichtkontrolle N hte B nder Stoff Reissverschl sse Visual inspection of harness seams webbing fabric zippers Contr le visuel coutures sangles tissu fermetures a glissi re
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