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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS THANK YOU hank you for choosing to fly Ozone. As a team of free flying enthusiasts, competitors and adventurers, Ozone’s mission is to build agile paragliders of the highest quality with cutting edge designs, performance and maximum security. Thank You Warning Confidence and belief in your paraglider is a far greater asset than any small gains in performance - ask any of the Ozone Team Ozone pilots on your local hills, or those who have taken our gliders on ground-breaking adventures or stood on podiums around Your Alpina 3 Incidents Rucksack Deflations the world. All our research and development is concentrated on creating the best handling/performance characteristics Brake lines Cravats possible with optimum security. Our development team is based in the south of France. This area, which includes the Risers Parachutal stall sites of Gourdon, Monaco and Col de Bleyne guarantees us more than 300 flyable days per year which is a great asset Total weight in flight Flying in the rain in the development of the Ozone range. Towing Caring For Your wing Limitations Packing Preparation Caring Tips As pilots we fully understand just how big an investment a new paraglider is. We know that quality and value for money Accelerator... -
Page 4: Warning Team Ozone
WARNING TEAM OZONE • Paragliding is a potentially dangerous sport that can cause serious injury including bodily harm, paralysis Everyone at Ozone continues to be driven by our passion for flying, our love of adventure and our quest to and death. Flying an Ozone paraglider is undertaken with the full knowledge that paragliding involves see Ozone’s paraglider development create better, safer and more versatile paragliders. such risks. • As the owner of an Ozone paraglider you take exclusive responsibility for all risks associated with its use. The design team consists of David Dagault, Luc Armant, Fred Pieri, Russell Ogden, and Honorin Hamard. Inappropriate use and or abuse of your equipment will increase these risks. Dav has a wealth of experience in competition flying, XC, XAlps and paraglider design. Luc, a dedicated XC and competition addict has a background in naval architecture. Fred, our resident geek is a mathematician, • Any liability claims resulting from use of this product towards the manufacturer, distributor or dealers are excluded. mechanical engineer and vol Biv specialist. Russ is a competition pilot and test pilot with 1000s of hours testing experience. Honorin has been flying since he was 13, he is a naturally talented pilot that has • Be prepared to practice as much as you can - especially ground handling, as this is a critical aspect of already become world champion. Between them, they bring a wealth of knowledge, ideas and experience paragliding. Poor control while on the ground is one of the most common causes of accidents. and work closely together in the design and testing process. • Be ready to continue your learning by attending advanced courses to follow the evolution of our sport, as techniques and materials keep improving. -
Page 5: Your Alpina 3
Its large volume allows you to store all of your equipment whilst distributing the weight for Delta 2 / Alpina 2 pilots will feel comfortable immediately and will appreciate the improved, more precise handling the wing offers. Our mission for the Alpina 3 was to take the handling and “Sport-Performance comfortable hiking. Class feeling” to a new level and to increase the speed and glide performance, without compromising Brake Lines safety by increasing the aspect ratio. In keeping with Ozone’s philosophy of True Performance and The brake line lengths have been set carefully during testing. We feel it is better to have slightly long brake incorporating all of the know-how gained from years of lightweight R&D into materials and construction IMPORTANT lines and to fly with a wrap (one turn of the handle around the hand). However, if you do choose to adjust techniques, the Alpina 3 is a fully optimised high performance lightweight wing with a powerful feel in In the unlikely active air. -
Page 6: Total Weight In Flight
The Alpina 3 shows no unusual flying characteristics, chest strap set to around 42cm, the MS/ML between 44-46cm, and the L/XL between 46-48cm. turns are smooth and coordinated and it has a very high resistance to both collapses and stalls whilst remaining solid and well-pressured on glide, even through the accelerated speed range. However, it is a high performance XC wing only suitable for experienced pilots with SIV experience who fly approximately 100hrs a year. A specific standard of certification for aerobatic flying has not been set up yet, Ozone wings although designed to the highest specifications are not certified for this type of flying. Aerobatic manoeuvres such as wingovers are very difficult to perform correctly, they put abnormal stresses on the glider, reducing the overall lifespan and can lead to a loss of control. We recommend to not do it. -
Page 7: Basic Flight Techniques
BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES Wing Launching To prepare the wing, lay it out on the top surface and perform a thorough daily check. You should inspect Your Alpina 3 will launch with either the forward or reverse technique. The wing should be laid out in a the top and bottom surfaces for any rips and tears or any other obvious signs of damage. Lay out the lines pronounced arc, with the centre of the wing higher than the tips. one side at a time, hold up the risers and starting with the brake lines, pull all lines clear. Repeat with the Forward Launch Nil to Light winds stabilo, D (uppers), C, B and A lines, laying the checked lines on top of the previous set, and making sure When the wind is favourable, whilst gently holding the A risers move forward positively, your lines should no lines are tangled, knotted or snagged. Mirror the process on the other side and then inspect the lines become tight within one or two steps and the Alpina 3 will immediately start to inflate. You should maintain for any visual damage. Then inspect the risers for any signs of obvious damage. The general rule is if it a constant pressure on the risers until the wing is overhead. Do not pull down or push the risers forward looks OK then it is OK, however if you have any doubts please get advice from experienced pilots or your excessively, or the leading edge will deform and possibly collapse making taking-off more difficult and local dealer or instructor. potentially dangerous. Move smoothly throughout the entire launch, there is no need to rush or snatch at it. You should have To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform practice inflations and small flights on a training hill. This will enable you to set up your equipment correctly. plenty of time to look up and check your canopy before committing yourself. Once you are happy that the Alpina 3 is inflated correctly, accelerate smoothly off the launch. IMPORTANT Take-off checklist: Reverse Launch Light to Strong Winds Never take off with 1. Check reserve parachute - pin is in and handle secure Lay out your wing as you would for the forward launch. However, this time turn to face it, passing one... -
Page 8: Turning
Landing By applying the brakes approximately 20cm, the Alpina 3 will achieve its Minimum-Sink rate; this is the The Alpina 3 shows no unusual landing characteristics but as a reminder, here are some tips: speed for best climb and is the speed to use for thermalling and ridge soaring. • Always set up for your landing early, give yourself plenty of options and a safe margin for error. Turning • Once below 30 metres avoid turning tightly as the glider will have to dive to accelerate back to normal To familiarize yourself with the Alpina 3 your first turns should be gradual and progressive. To make IMPORTANT flight. If you are at low altitude, or if you hit sink, this could mean you hit the ground harder than efficient and coordinated turns with the Alpina 3 first look in the direction you want to go, then lean into Never initiate a turn at necessary. -
Page 9: Big Ears
Safe descent rates of more than 8m/s (1600 ft/min approx.) are possible in a spiral dive, but at these rates Whilst it is possible to enter a spiral dive whilst holding in Big Ears, the high forces applied to the lower and apply enough the associated high speeds and g-forces can be disorientating. Always pay particular attention to your DO NOT perform spiral outside brake to lines could exceed the breaking strain of the lines leading to equipment failure! altitude. To exit the spiral dive, ensure your weight shift is in a centred position and then smoothly release dives with Big Ears stop the wing from the inside brake. As the Alpina 3 decelerates allow it to continue to turn until enough energy is lost for it to Ozone strongly recommend to NOT perform Spiral Dives with Big Ears engaged. engaged. spiralling. return to level flight without an excessive climb and surge. - Page 10 The Alpina 3 shows little tendency to remain stable in a spiral dive, however some parameters could collapse or pitch forward whilst accelerated the first action should be to release the speed bar impulsively interfere with its behaviour. These might include: wrong chest strap settings, total weight in flight outside and then make any necessary C riser input, always release the speed bar first before making any C inputs. of the certified weight range, or being in a very deep spiral at a very high sink rate >14m/s. You should Using the combined active speed bar/C riser control technique you will be able to maximise your speed always be prepared to pilot the wing out of such a spiral dive. To do so, smoothly use opposite weight and efficiency whilst minimising the likelihood of collapses. shift and apply enough outside brake to stop the wing from spiralling, the glider will then start to resume normal flight. Never attempt to recover from a spiral with hard or quick opposite inputs as this will result Be prepared for plenty of practice as this new method may take some time for it to become totally intuitive, in an aggressive climb and surge. efficient and comfortable. This control method is suitable for gliding in good ‘normal’ air, it does not replace proper active flying with the brakes in strong turbulent conditions. If you are unsure about the air Active C Riser Control return the glider to trim speed, release the C risers and fly the glider actively with the brakes.
- Page 11 Always release your Symmetrical collapses reinflate without pilot input, however 15 to 20cm of brake applied symmetrically will speed the process. After a symmetric collapse always consider your airspeed. Make sure the glider is not It is unlikely to happen on any Ozone glider, but should it do so your first reaction should be to fully raise wraps if you have both hands. This normally allows the glider to return to normal flight but If nothing happens after a few in parachutal stall before making any further inputs. taken them! seconds, reach up and push the A-risers forwards or apply the speed bar to encourage the wing to regain If your Alpina 3 collapses in accelerated flight, immediately release the accelerator and manage the normal flight. Ensure the glider has returned to normal flight (check your airspeed) before you use the...
- Page 12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Flying in the Rain Packing To prolong the life of your wing and to keep the plastic reinforcements in the best possible condition it is very important to pack the wing Modern wings are susceptible to rain and moisture, flying with a wet wing can result in the loss of normal flight. carefully. Ozone recommends to use the concertina packing method exactly as shown so that all of the cells rest alongside each other and the Due to the efficient, wrinkle-free design of the sail, water tends to bead on the leading edge causing flow plastic reinforcements are not unnecessarily bent. Using an Ozone Saucisse or Saucisse light pack will help preserve the life of the wing separation. Flow separation will make the wing more prone to entering inadvertent parachutal stalls, so and aid with the speed and ease of packing. flying in the rain, or with a wet wing (e.g early morning dew) should be avoided at all costs. If you are accidently caught-out in a rain shower, it is best to land immediately. If your wing becomes wet in the air it is advised to maintain accelerated flight using the speed bar and/or releasing the trimmers, Step 1. Lay mushroomed wing even during the final approach. DO NOT use big ears as a descent technique, big ears increases drag, and on the ground. It is best to start with a wet wing this will further increase the chances of a parachutal stall occurring. Instead, lose height from the mushroomed position with gentle 360’s and maintain your air speed at all times. If your wing enters parachutal stall when wet, as this reduces the dragging immediately release the trimmers and accelerate the wing to regain airspeed. of the leading edge across the Step 2. Group LE reinforcements ground. with the A tabs aligned, make sure the plastic reinforcements lay side by side. Step 3. Lay wing on its side and Strap LE...Note the glider is NOT folded in half; it is folded with a complete concertina from tip to tip. It is really...
- Page 13 Step 4. Group together the middle/trailing Step 7. If using the Saucisse Pack, carefully edge of the wing by sorting the folds near zip it up without trapping any material. the B, C and D tabs. If using a Saucisse pack go to Step 7. Step 8. Turn the Saucisse on its side, lay the foam Folding Pillow in place and make the fold of the LE around it. Use 3 Step 5. Strap the Folding Pillow below folds. the LE - at the point of the first fold. The pillow reduces the angle of the fold and helps preserve the plastics. Next fold the TE around the LE being careful to not fold with tight angles IMPORTANT: Do NOT lay the wing flat on the ground before packing the glider, this will cause abrasion damage to the top surface as you pull the glider towards the middle.
- Page 14 Always let a registered dealer, professional repair centre or the manufacturer carry out any major or • If you fly with a wrap, you should regularly undo the twisting that appears on the main brake lines. By complex repairs, especially those near seam margins. twisting the line become shorter and you can end up with a constant tension on the trailing edge. • Change your main brake lines if they are damaged. If you damage the sail: • When groundhandling be careful to not saw the brake lines against the risers or main lines. The abrasion If the rip is small and in the middle of a panel however you can fix it yourself. You’ll find all the materials caused by a sawing motion can damage the main lines and the risers. If you notice any signs of abrasion, in the repair kit you need. The fabric can be simply mended with the sticky rip stop/spinnaker tape. When especially to the lines, make sure to replace them. It is important to modify your groundhandling cutting out the patches allow ample overlap of the tear and make sure both sides are different sizes. Make technique to stop any future damage. sure to round off each corner of the patches. • Your wing has an opening on the wing tips called the ‘Butt hole’. The Butt hole makes it easy to empty any sand, leaves, rocks, mobile phones etc that may have accumulated in the wing. You can find more information about repairing your wing on the Ozone website, including step by step instructions with pictures. It is recommended that you regularly CHECK your wing, especially after a heavy period of use, after an incident or after a long period of storage.
- Page 15 IMPORTANT If you damage a line: Porosity is measured with a porosity meter, the time taken by a certain volume of air to go through a Any line that is visually damaged MUST be replaced. Lines can be ordered from your local Ozone dealer Take care of your certain surface of the cloth. The time in seconds is the result. A measurement is done in a several places glider and make sure or directly from our website www.flyozone.com. Alternatively, use a reputable paragliding service centre on the top surface along the span of the glider behind the leading edge. you have it checked to make the replacement lines. The tearing resistance of the cloth - A non-destructive test following the TS-108 standard which and serviced according specifies minimum tear strength for sky diving canopies should be made using a Bettsometer. (B.M.A.A.
- Page 16 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OZONE QUALITY GUARANTEE At Ozone we take the quality of our products very seriously, all our gliders are made to the highest standards in our own manufacturing facility. Every glider manufactured goes through a stringent series of quality control procedures and all the components used to build your glider are traceable. We always welcome customer feedback and are committed to customer service. Ozone guarantees all of its products against manufacturer’s defects or faults. Ozone will repair or replace any defective product free of charge. Ozone and its distributors provide the highest quality service and repair, any damage to products due to No. of Cells wear and tear will be repaired at a reasonable charge. If you are unable to contact your dealer then you can contact us directly at info@flyozone.com. Projected Area (m 18.6 19.6 20.7 21.9...
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Page 17: Link Lites
LINK LITES TECHNICAL DRAWINGS Trailing Lower Surface Your wing uses lightweight Amsteel Dyneema Link Lite connectors, they replace standard maillons and have a breaking load in excess Edge of 1000kgs. To avoid disappointment, injury or death, when changing lines it is vitally important to connect the Link Lites correctly. Leading Upper Surface Edge Please follow these instructions carefully, if you have ANY doubts please consult with your Ozone dealer. Baby A Riser Riser Riser Removal Riser Handle Pulley Upper Cell Accelerator Lines Openings Brake Pulleys Brake Handle Lines Butt Hole Non Accelerated Middle Brummel Hook... -
Page 18: Line Diagram
LINE DIAGRAM Individual and linked line lengths can be found online. DELTA 3 Rigging Diagram Replacement A Riser B Riser Pull tension Feed the loop through the riser, Feed the loop through the Ensure the lines are in AMU1 then through the line loops, passing AMU2 The loops of the lines must line loops for the second time the correct order and not behind the lines before going through... -
Page 19: Materials
MATERIALS All Ozone gliders are made from the highest quality materials available. Cloth Upper Surface Dominico N20D MF / Porcher 7000 E71 Lower Surface Porcher 7000 E71 Internal Ribs Dominico DOKDO 30D FM / Porcher 7000 E91 Leading Edge Reinforcement 2.5/1.8/1.4mm Plastic Main Line Set Brake Lines Riser Lines Main brake Lines Edelrid 8000U - 230/190/130kg Liros - 10-200-040/DSL -140 Middle Lines Middle brake lines Edelrid 8000U - 70/90/130kg Edelrid 8000U - 50kg Upper Lines Upper brake lines... - Page 20 1258 Route de Grasse Le Bar sur Loup 06620 France...