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- Page 1 User’s manual SUPAIR-VLD PARC ALTAÏS 34 RUE ADRASTÉE 74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD FRANCE 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’ E RCS 387956790 Revision index : 29/11/2018...
- Page 2 Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 hank you for choosing the SKYPPER2 We are glad to be able to share our common pa- ragliding passion with you. SUPAIR has been designing, producing and selling free flying equipment since 1984. By choosing a SUPAIR product you benefit from almost thirty years of expertise, innovation and listening.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 List of contents Introduction Safety Kit Technical specifications Adjustments Size choice The various adjustments Components list Adjusting the harness Equipment overview Wing/harness Connection Accessories assembly Inflight behavior Carabiners Flight phases Seat-plate Pre-Flight check foot plate... -
Page 4: Introduction
It was designed with schooling and fun in mind to provide full comfort and a worry free learning curve. The SKYPPER2 harness was certified EN 1651 : 1999 et LTF Nfl II 91/09. Indicating that it meets European and German safety requirements. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Technical specifications Model Back lenght Pilot size (cm) 150 -165 160 -183 180 - 195 > 195 Pilot weight (mini - maxi) (kg) 50-60 65-85 75-105 90-115 Back inclination adjustment Harness weight (+ carabiners+speedbar)(kg) 5500... -
Page 6: Size Choice
“lying flat” flying position, we advise you to try out the harness under a hanging device at one of our retailers in order to choose the correct size. Find a complete list of our retailers on www.supair.com Preliminary test under hanging device... -
Page 7: Components List
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Components list Harness SK2 reserve parachute handle with POD Carbon fiber seatplate Carbon fiber foot plate BUMPAIR 18 SK2 Removable front reserve parachute container with handle Accelerator 3B Speedbag Speed-bar crimped hooks Zicral 30 mm carabiners Dyneema®... -
Page 8: Equipment Overview
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Harness overview chest Buckles Safe-T-Bar Leg Buckles Chest strap adjustment Backrest angle adjustment Lumbar adjustments Shoulder strap adjustment Speedbag upper length adjustments Speedbag lower length adjustments Speedbag carbon fiber foot plate. Speedbag closing buckles Harken® Pulleys... -
Page 9: Accessories Assembly
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Accessories assembly Carabiners Seatplate Carbon fiber seatplate: Profile view : Compatible carabiners: Zicral 30 mm carabiners Size S and M Réf. : MPPL022 Réf. : MAILCOMOUS30 Size L Réf. : MPPL026 Bottom Size XL Réf. : MPPL027... -
Page 10: Foot Plate
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Accessories assembly BUMPAIR FOOT PLATE for Speedbag SUPAIR | SKYPPER2 | page 10... -
Page 11: Speed-Bar System
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Accessories assembly SPEED-BAR SYSTEM SUPAIR | SKYPPER2 | page 11... -
Page 12: Installing The Main Reserve Parachute
• Locked via a double cable system • Right sided handle and opening • 7 liter volume capacity • Compatible with the SUPAIR rescue parachutes and other solo rescue parachutes Reserve parachute installation in the POD SUPAIR | SKYPPER2 | page 12... -
Page 13: Risers Connection - Harness
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the main reserve parachute Connecting parachute risers & harness Connecting the reserve Assemble everything cor- parachute risers to the rectly. harness - Make sure for the risers not to be longer than one another. -
Page 14: Installing The Reserve Parachute In The Container
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the main reserve parachute Poignée vers Rescue parachute assembly le haut Place the excess lines and then the reserve parachute in the reserve para- chute containe. WARNING ! The pod must be positioned with the... - Page 15 Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the main reserve parachute Fasten the handle using the Velcro Using the cord, pull loop #4 through Push the yellow left plastic pin inside the upper small pocket grommets #5,6 and 7 through loop #4 to fasten ans secure...
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Page 16: Installing The Front Reserve Parachute
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the front reserve parachute Installing the right connection point Open the connection point Bring both the connection point and the carabiner main connection point out of the cocoon Do not connect the main self-locking ca-... -
Page 17: Installing The Left Connection Point
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the front reserve parachute Installing the left riser attachment point Pull the riser with the main carabiner Look for the green left at- connection through the tachment point which must cocoon opening slot run though the metal ring... -
Page 18: Installing The Front Reserve Parachute Container
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the front reserve parachute Installing the front container Disconnect the cockpit by opening the Duplicate steps 1 and 2 in reverse to Unfasten the velcro zip on each side of it install the front reserve parachute... -
Page 19: Front Reserve Parachute Pocket Characteristics
• Front container with flaps • Locked via a double cable system. • Right sided handle and opening. • 7 liter volume capacity. • Compatible with the SUPAIR rescue parachutes and other solo rescue parachutes. Connecting the reserve parachute Connect the reserve parachute pod to the handle with a lark’s... -
Page 20: Installing The Front Reserve Parachute
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Placing the front reserve parachute Installing the front parachute container Place the line excess first Take the pin … then through grommet #4 followed by the reserve pa- Using the pin, pull cord loop #1 through grommets #2 and #7... -
Page 21: Mandatory Extraction Test Procedure
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Installing the front reserve parachute … then through grommet #9 Push the right yellow handle pin through Tuck away the two yellow plastic pins loop #7 to fasten and secure the assembly inside their respective housing... -
Page 22: Drogue-Chute
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Drogue-Chute Installing the Anti-G parachute Open the right or left zipper to access the container Connect the Anti-G drogue-chute to the Maillon Rapide® Tuck the Anti-G drogue-chute away inside the container and close it the zipper The Anti-G drogue-chute is connected at the center of the harness’s frame. -
Page 23: Gear Packing And Tips
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Packing and Tips Hydration tube opening. Radio pocket. Tag pocket Safety kit Removable Cockpit 5 liter ballast pocket under the seat. Back storage pocket Small storage pocket SUPAIR | SKYPPER2 | page 23... -
Page 24: Safety Kit
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Safety kit How to secure oneself after a tree landing Call for help after an accident Emergency call numbers EUROPE / INDIA Help needed? USA / CANADA CHINA / JAPAN NEPAL IRAN AUSTRALIA Make a lark’s head knot on... -
Page 25: Adjustments
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Adjusting the harness Adjusting the harness prior each takeoff is vital. The various adjustments Adjusting the chest strap Adjusting the shoulder straps Adjusting the backrest Lumbar adjustments Lower Speedbag length adjustment Leg straps adjustment Upper Speedbag length adjustment... -
Page 26: Adjusting The Harness
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Harness adjustments Adjusting the harness Sit in the harness connected to a hang-test device. Fasten the self-locking buckles. tighten Adjust the shoulder straps using the shoulders adjustment buckles. loosen Adjust the backrest using the two lateral buckles relative to your piloting posture. -
Page 27: Wing/Harness Connection
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Connexion voile - Sellette Connecting the wing to the harness Without twisting the risers, connect them to the harness attachment loops using the self-locking carabi- ners. Check for the risers to be properly positioned and untwisted. The «A» risers must be located at the front and facing the flight direction (see diagram). ... -
Page 28: Inflight Behavior
Flight behavior The SKYPPER2 is designed to long technical flights. Its behavior is predictable, precise and stable enough to be used with a precis high level reactive wing, not necessitating heavy weight shiftingor high performance modern wings reactive enough to necessitate heavy weight shifting. -
Page 29: Flight Phases
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Flight phases Pre-Flight control • Check that the harness and the carabiners are not damaged.. • Make sure that the reserve parachute safety cables to ride through the closing tabs keeping the reserve rescue pocket flaps closed •... -
Page 30: In Flight
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Flight phases In flight Please set the distance between the two carabiners according to aerology and to the wing manufacturer’s recommendations. Speedbar use We recommend a cautious speed-bar use due to the increased risk of major partial or full frontal collapses. -
Page 31: Using The Reserve Parachute
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Using the reserve parachute Throwing the reserve parachute It is strongly recommended to frequently check your reserve parachute handle location while in flight. This exercise should be executed instinctively and will increase your chances of a successful parachute extraction in case of an emergency. -
Page 32: Maintenance
(3) years of use ( whichever comes first ). The threads and fabric used for the manufacturing of the SKYPPER2 were specifically selected for their quality and resilience levels. Howe- ver, in particular instances such as long term UV exposure, abrasion, contact with damaging chemicals, general wear and tear, the harness will need to be inspected at a professional certified repair facility. -
Page 33: Repairs
Un grand nombre de nos composants sont recyclables. If you estimate that your SKYPPER2 has reached the end of it life span, you can separate plastics from metals and recycle them according to your community rules in effect. As for the fabric itself, contact your local authorities to find out how to proceed to discard it. -
Page 34: Warranty
Warranty SUPAIR takes the greatest care in its products design and manufacturing and hence offers a five (5) year limited warranty from the date of purchase against manufacturing defects or flaws occurring during normal use. Any damage or degradation resulting from incorrect or abusive use, abnormal exposure to aggressive factors, including, but not limited to;... -
Page 35: Service Book
Notice d’utilisation sellette | SKYPPER2 Service Book This page will help you keep record of your SKYPPER2 scheduled maintenance. Care Care Purchase date Resale Resale Owner’s name Date Date Name and stamp of the shop Workshop’s name/ Buyer’s name Workshop’s name/ Buyer’s name... - Page 36 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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