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- Page 1 glider user's manual EIKO User’s manual M o u n t a i n G L I D E R SUP’AIR - VLD 34 rue Adrastée Parc Altaïs 74650 Annecy - Chavanod FRANCE 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E SUP’AIR _EIKO Page 1...
- Page 2 We advise you to read it carefully. You will find the latest information and updates on this product on our web- site : www.supair.com. If however you have further questions, hesitate to ask one of our dealers.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
glider user's manual EIKO Contents Introduction Technical specifications Equipment overview Connecting the glider Pre-flight preparation Take-off Flight characteristics End of the flight Specific practices Fast descents Flight incidents Line layout Materials Measurement table Certificates Maintenance Mandatory checks Warranty Disclaimer Pilot equipment Complementary equipment / Accessories SUP’AIR _EIKO... -
Page 4: Introduction
glider user's manual EIKO Introduction Welcome to the world of free flying : a shared world of passion. The EIKO glider is the answer to the Hike&Fly pilots targeting local sites, Flight Parks and mountaineering in general. Providing great com- fort levels in all stages of the activity, the EIKO layout was well thought from beginning to end, and choice of materials were guided by the same quality and longevity objectives. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
glider user's manual EIKO Technical data Glider EIKO Cell number Flat surface area (m²) Span (m) Chord (m) 2,48 2,48 Flat Aspect Ratio Projected surface area (m²) 16,98 19,53 Projected span (m) 7,71 8,27 Projected aspect ratio Glider weight (kg) 2,45 2,75 In-flight weight range (kg) -
Page 6: Equipment Overview
glider user's manual EIKO Equipment overview Leading edge Trailing edge Stabilizer Intrados Extrados A riser' A riser B riser C riser Brake line Brake holding guide Brake handle Riser hook-up loop Accelerator/Speedbar Split-hook. Inner bag. Pocket with repair kit. SUP’AIR _EIKO Page 6... -
Page 7: Connecting The Glider
glider user's manual EIKO Connecting the glider Opening the wing Choose a flat or lightly angled training hill without obstacles or wind. Open your wing and arrange it in a crescent shape. Check the fabric and the lines for any sign of wear or damage. Check for the links connecting the lines to the risers to be fully closed. Identify, separate and arrange the A,B.C, risers as well as the brake lines neatly. - Page 8 glider user's manual EIKO Connecting the glider Connecting the wing to the harness. With Connects With self-locking Without twisting the risers, connect carabiners them to the harness connection loops using the self-locking carabi- ners. The connection wing/harness can be done using either standard self-locking carabiners or a set of SUP'AIR "Connects"...
- Page 9 glider user's manual EIKO Connecting the glider Installing the accelerator Install the accelerator according to your harness manufacturer's recommendations. Connect it to the wing using the split hooks. Once the accelerator/speedbar is connected, adjust its length according to your measu- rements.
- Page 10 glider user's manual EIKO Connecting the glider Brake line length fisherman's knot Brake line lengths are set at the factory to allow opti- mal glider control. However, if they do not suit you they can be adjusted to your liking. We will advise using a fisherman's knot and to keep your length changes to a minimum (approx 5cm maximum).
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Page 11: Pre-Flight Preparation
glider user's manual EIKO PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION The EIKO was designed for mountaineering Hike&Fly pilots or those making lighter weight gear a priority. To discover your new glider, we recommend you to first try it in calm weather conditions on a school slope or at a site you frequently fly, using your regular har- ness. -
Page 12: Take-Off
glider user's manual EIKO Take-off The design team has strived to produce a wing with optimum inflating abilities in all flyable conditions. Whether it be in light or high winds you will enjoy its docile behavior while launching. However before the first flight, practice ground-handling to become familiar with your new glider. -
Page 13: Flight Characteristics
glider user's manual EIKO FLIGHT CARACTERISTICS Here are a few tips to take advantage of your EIKO wing's performance in flight: « Hands up » speed or trim speed Flying « hands up » will provide the best glide ratio in nil wind. Using the accelerator/speedbar. -
Page 14: End Of The Flight
glider user's manual EIKO End of the flight Landing Be certain to always have enough altitude for a safe landing before approaching the chosen Landing Zone ( PTU, PTS, etc...). Never make aggressive maneuvers close to the ground. Always land into the wind ( upwind ), standing up and ready to run to a stop if necessary. -
Page 15: Fast Descents
glider user's manual EIKO FAST DESCENTS The following techniques should only be used in emergencies and require prior training to be safely conducted. Appropriate analysis and anticipation of the conditions will often prevent the need to use fast descent techniques. We will advise you to practice in still air and preferably above water. - Page 16 glider user's manual EIKO Fast descents B-line stall This technique is usually physically demanding and will provoke a parachutal wing configuration and hence wing control will be dimi- nished. Loosing altitude using the "B" risers is done by grabbing the risers at the metal links level and applying a symmetrical downward verti- cal pull until the wing's profile is deformed.
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Page 17: Flight Incidents
glider user's manual EIKO Flight incidents Asymmetric collapses Any paraglider may occasionally collapse due to turbulence or a piloting error. In the event of an asymmetric collapse your priority must be to stay clear of the terrain and regain level flight. It is done by via of weight shifting toward the open side and if necessary, support the action by applying an appropriate amount of brake on the same side. -
Page 18: Line Layout
glider user's manual EIKO LINE LAYOUT DIAGRAM SUP’AIR _EIKO Page 18... -
Page 19: Materials
glider user's manual EIKO Materials Fabrics Producer Reference Extrados bord d'attaque Porcher Sport 70032 E3W Outer surface Porcher Sport 70000 E71 Inner Surface Porcher Sport 70000 E71 Supported ribs Porcher Sport 70000 E91 (Hard) Compression straps and D ribs Porcher Sport 70000 E91 (Hard) Main lines Producer... - Page 20 glider user's manual EIKO Maintenance sheet. EIKO glider Size 20 Line Check Maintenance Sheet Breaks Centre 5693 5611 5688 5808 6402 5644 5563 5638 5756 6224 5635 5554 5629 5746 6104 5665 5583 5662 5780 6091 5657 5557 5614 5727 5958 5615 5519...
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Page 21: Measurement Table
glider user's manual EIKO Measurement table EIKO glider Size 23 Line Check Maintenance Sheet Breaks Centre 6125 6039 6124 6249 6868 6074 5988 6071 6193 6690 6065 5980 6061 6184 6576 6097 6012 6097 6221 6572 6089 5991 6053 6170 6438 6046 5951... -
Page 22: Certificates
EIKO CERTIFICATES Certification EIKO 20 EN 926 -1 : 2006 & 926 - 2 : 2013 Classe B. N° PG-966.2015 LTF 91/09 Class: PG_0966.2015 In accordance with EN standards 926-2:2013 & 926-1:2006: 13. 10. 2015 Date of issue (DMY): Supair Sàrl... - Page 23 EN 926 -1 : 2006 & 926 - 2 : 2013 Classe B. N° PG-957.2015 LTF 91/09 Class: PG_0967.2015 In accordance with EN standards 926-2:2013 & 926-1:2006: 13. 10. 2015 Date of issue (DMY): Supair Sàrl Manufacturer: Eiko 23 Model: EK 23 0615 05 Serial number: Configuration during flight tests Paraglider...
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Page 24: Maintenance
SUP’AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period. Please contact us either by telephone or by E-mail sav@supair.com in order to receive a quote. SUP’AIR... -
Page 25: Mandatory Checks
glider user's manual EIKO Recycling All our materials are selected for their technical and environmentally friendly characteristics. None of the components found in our products will harm the environment. Most of them are recyclable. If your EIKO's life span is over, you can separate all metallic and plastic parts from the cloth and dispose of the rest according to your country's recycling guide lines and requirements. -
Page 26: Complementary Equipment / Accessories
42g ou 65g (piece) Connect MAILCONNECT Connect 12g (pair) Carabiners MAILCOMOUS 30 or 45mm self locking carabiners 145g (pair) All necessary technical information comes with the product and/or is easily accessible via our website at www.supair.com SUP’AIR _EIKO Page 26... - Page 27 M o u n t a i n G L I D E R SUPAIR-VLD Parc Altaïs 34 rue Adrastée 74650 Chavanod, Annecy FRANCE info@supair.com +33(0)4 50 45 75 29 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E...
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