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- Page 2 NOTE! Please read this operating manual before the first flight MPORTANT: Remember to fill in and send us the registration card, which is sewn on to the trailing edge of the paraglider. When we receive it, we will send you the Warranty, AeroCasco or Golden Package confirmation (whichever you choose).
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Page 1. Introduction...................3 2. On the wing...................4 WHO SHOULD FLY SHARK? THE CLOTH RIGGING SYSTEM RISERS 3. Speed system..................6 SPEED SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT SPEED SYSTEM USAGE 4. Harness....................10 5. Flight....................10 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LAUNCH TURNS THERMALLING AND SOARING FLYING WITH SPEED SYSTEM ENGAGED... -
Page 5: Introduction
Please read this manual carefully and note the following details: The purpose of this manual is to offer guidelines to the pilot using the Dudek SHARK wing and it is by no means intended to be used as a training manual for this or any other paraglider in general. -
Page 6: On The Wing
The precise shape of leading edge is maintained with internal reinforcements of laminated cloth, which is used to cover areas close to cell openings and trailing edge as well. The cell openings of the SHARK are located on the undersurface of the aerofoil, close to its leading edge. Dacron flares at the suspension points and between-line reinforcements ensure an equal distribution of load throughout the canopy. -
Page 7: The Cloth
Each cloth has its own characteristics, so they must be properly matched in order to create a harmoniously behaving paraglider. For the upper surface of SHARK we used a Porcher 9092 cloth, named SkyTex Aquatic (44g/m ). Basically it's a nylon cloth covered with superb E85A impregate, introduced into mass production in January 2002, after a series of extensive laboratory and real flying tests. -
Page 8: Speed System
(maillons). Additionally there are rubber "O rings" to prevent slipping of the lines on the quick link. There are 4-way risers in SHARK (with A riser split in two) with presumed speed-system installation. The outer A suspension line connects to short A'... -
Page 9: Risers
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL RISERS A A’ BRAKE LINE PULLEY MAGNETS PULLEY BRAKE HANDLE TO SPEED BAR CARABINER... -
Page 10: Speed System Adjustment
To exercise full speed with SHARK speed system, double speed bar is advised. - Page 11 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL RISERS - FULL SPEED 6 cm DECREASE 12 cm DECREASE A’ 13 cm DECREASE 15 cm DECREASE...
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Page 12: Harness
5. Flight PRE-FLIGHT CHECK A thorough pre-flight check is essential for any aircraft; the Dudek SHARK is no exception. Having unpacked and laid out the paraglider, following checks must be made: Canopy, lines and risers condition. Do not start if any damage is noticed. -
Page 13: Launch
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL All lines and risers should be separated. Make sure they are not tangled and pay special attention to the A-lines, which should run free from the A (golden band) and A' risers (blue band) to the canopy. It is equally important to untangle the brake lines so that they will not catch anything on the ground during launch. -
Page 14: Turns
(in turbulence, the edge of a thermal etc). In case it is necessary to turn the Dudek SHARK in a confined area at slow speed (e.g. slope soaring), it is recommended to steer the decelerated canopy by loosening the brake at the outside of the turn while applying a little more brake on the inside of the turn. -
Page 15: Thermalling And Soaring
LANDING The Dudek SHARK is easy to land. Final leg of the landing approach must bring you into wind. At approximately 1 meter above the ground pilot should flare the canopy, applying the brakes accordingly to conditions. The glider may even climb again for a while gaining some height, if too much brake is used. -
Page 16: Aerobatics
CAUTION During start, especially after a winch or with a motor, always remember to bring the wing directly over your head. SHARK's aerofoil and its angle of attack were arranged to give maximum lift coefficient with relatively high safety. As a result of its thick aerofoil it can stay behind a pilot, if he neglects bringing it over head. -
Page 17: B-Stall
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Characteristic feature of SHARK is that the outer wing tip goes into flatter at excessive und uncontrollable spiral dive, gradually slowing the dive. NEVER DO BIG EARS IN A SPIRAL! Tests have proven that loads in a dive can be even higher than those used in certification tests (i.e. -
Page 18: One Sided Collapse
LINE OVER and CRAVATTE Although the chances are not great, due to Shark's considerable aspect ratio and sparse rigging such incidents can happen. In case of a cravatte untangle the canopy pulling the brakes and/or lines. If that doesn't work, you... -
Page 19: Parachutal Stall
A risers forward. EMERGENCY STEERING In case of some malfunction, which renders it impossible to control the Dudek SHARK with the brakes, you can safely steer and land using the D- risers (recommended) or stabilo lines. 8. Canopy care Looking after your paraglider will prolong the life of your Shark. -
Page 20: Cleaning
DETERIORATION: A FEW TIPS! The Dudek Shark is mainly made of NYLON, a cloth which, like any synthetic material, deteriorates through excessive exposure to UV. Hence it is recommended to reduce UV exposure to a minimum by keeping the paraglider packed away when not in use. -
Page 21: Technical Data
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 9. Technical data... -
Page 22: Tree Star Security Assistance
AeroCasco - optional Golden Package - optional « WARRANTY DUDEK Paragliding guarantees the airworthiness of all paragliders for either a period of 3 years or for 300 flying hours, whichever comes first. This warranty also applies to the MANTA paraglider. - Page 23 «« AEROCASCO Normal warranty does not cover any repair of damage caused by the user or a third party. As costs of such repair can be considerable, Dudek Paragliding offers an AeroCasco insurance. It covers a one-off repair of all mechanical damage, no matter how big, caused by the user or a third party.
- Page 24 t a m e d a g g r e s s i o n When buying a new paraglider: the purchaser must buy the AeroCasco insurance (together with the Golden Package, which is the best option, or separately) the purchaser should send a correctly filled in registration card (sewn on to the trailing edge) within 14 days from the date of purchase.
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Page 25: What Have You Bought
SEE YOU IN THE AIR! 11. What have you bought Dudek paraglider that you bought should have the following items: Transport bag (with your wing inside it). Paraglider itself with lines and risers that have speed system integrated. -
Page 26: Rigging Tables
t a m e d a g g r e s s i o n You will receive some small gifts as well. Remember to fill out and send us the registration card sewn in the trailing edge. 12. Rigging tables Lengths are measured with specialized, computer-operated device. - Page 27 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL...
- Page 28 t a m e d a g g r e s s i o n LINING SCHEME A’ 10 11...
- Page 29 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Stabilizer Stabilizer Leading edge Leading edge Suspension points Suspension points Cell Cell Cell openings Cell openings Trailing edge Trailing edge Speed system bar Speed system bar Main suspension Main suspension lines lines Sticker Sticker...
- Page 32 Dudek Paragliding ul. Szancera 2/XIp 85-792 Bydgoszcz tel. +48 52 348 55 35 info@dudek.com.pl...
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