We aspire to achieve to possible within the framework of its laws. We admit this is ambitious but you will always nd U-Turn at the cutting edge of tech- nology. As Oscar Wilde once said in this very British understatement: “His taste is very basics; only always the best is good enough.
U-Turn team would like to congratulate you on the purchase of your new U-Turn paraglider. You have made an excellent choice. We wish you long and enjoyable ights and many happy lan- dings with you U-Turn THRILLER X3.
U-Turn THRILLER X3 Powerful into new dimensions of acrobatic ying –that’s the promise of the new THRILLER X3 of U- TURN. With completely new designed cell openings and innovative valve technology. Nothing can get the THRILLER X3 out of pu .
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What stays the same as before is the excellent nishing of the wing, the ne sizing and the reinforce- ments which make the THRILLER X3 to a very durable wing, though it is always under extreme loads. Each line attachment is reinforced with “Insignia Tape” (60g/m² self adhesive nylon fabric) in the bottom sail/ pro le ribs and V-Tapes.
Motorised Paragliding We do not recomend to y the THRILLER X3 as a Powered paraglider wing. Winching Because of its excellent starting characteristics, the U-Turn THRILLER X3 is well suitable for winching operations. Take the following points into account: •...
Inform yourself on the weather forecast and/or the predominating local weather conditions. Use the U-Turn THRILLER X3 only in wind strengths, in which you are able to control the wing for 100%. Do not use the U- Turn THRILLER X3, in wind with a great gust factor. Never use the glider with approaching thunderstorms or if probability of those of the development of thunderstorms is high.
Lines and risers On the U-Turn THRILLER X3 we use Liros lines: LTC45, LTC65, LTC80, LTC120, and LTC 160 specially braided competition lines made of sheathless kevlar with Nanokoating as...
Trimming - Important information Due to the extremely high loads in ACRO maneuvers and the resulting line stretching, in complex tests we found out the stretches and considered this in manufacturing process of your U-Turn THRILLER X3. at means, that all U-TURN ACRO wings are trimmed too fast on delivery.
A and B risers are coloured di erent, to ensure when starting or speed descent B-Stall a clear identi cation. e risers of U-Turn THRILLER X3 are made of strong and stretch-poor pad belts, in order to secure a long-term, sturdy trim.
Speed System e U-Turn THRILLER X3 is equipped with a very e ective foot actuated speed system. It increase the speed when applied with to approx. 18km/h, depending upon wing size and pilot weight or surface loading. foot actuated speed system erefore it should not be activated in exteme ight situations or deactivate immediately when their occuring.
Handle, master. erefore, in order to optimize the cross ventilation in the canopy, U-Turn is using crossports of dif- ferent sizes and di erent cross section. Di erent levels of pressure come up in the paraglider.
, be le alone. With an even pull but overall light input only, the glider is to be in ated. Unlike other gliders, it is not necessary to in ate the U-Turn THRILLER X3 with aggressive pulling or even fast running.
Start your landing preperation at su cient altitude. Due to its excellent aring charac- teristics, the THRILLER X3 is very easy to land. Glider in fairly normal to a straight- in nal against the wind and get up in the harness early enough. According to the wind, the brakes have to be pulled rmly and dynamically, about one meter above ground, beyond the stalling point.
Practicing stalls should be done with enough safe altitude. Never apply asymme- tric brakes during a stall, it could cause a spin. If the THRILLER X3 is in deep stall, one shoulder never release the breaks if the glider is behind the pilot.
U-Turn glider is build must be depolluted appropriately. Please send you U-Turn glider at the end of its life-cycle back to U-Turn. We will take care for recyc- ling and removal.
If you have any questions about the usage of your harness with the THRILLER X3, as your U-Turn dealer or directly contact U-Turn. We assist you in any possible way.
Flying the U-Turn THRILLER X3 is inherent with certain dangers of bodily harm or even death of the user of this product or third party equipment. With the use of the THRILLER X3 you assume all known and unknown risks and accept probable and improbable risks to inju- e dangers innate with the practice this kind of sport can be reduced by adhering to the warning notes in the manual, as well as the required attention to detail on each ight.
U-Turn THRILLER X3 - through transferring ownership temporary or permanently, for this other user to have read and unterstood the U-Turn THRILLER X3 user manual in its entire- ty, including directions and warnings, which are included in this user manual.
Color 1 Color 2 Color 3 U-Turn GmbH o ers special color designs too. If you got questions regarding the special color design of your THRILLER X3, please do not hesitate to contact your U-Turn competence center or directly Page 21...
Line order sheet U-Turn GmbH Tel: +49 (0)7464/9891280 Im Neuneck 1 Fax: +49 (0)7464/989128-28 78609 Tuningen Germany LINE ORDER SHEET / BESTELLFORMULAR FÜR LEINEN Name Adress / Adresse E-mail Telephone Number / Telefon Nummer Paragliding name / Gleitschirm Name Size / Größe...
Topic of the inspection and reinspection intervals Regular inspection according to aircra inspection ordinance for standardized evaluated gliders. For school gliders afer 1 year, aircra for recreational use a er 2 years. Tandem gliders for com- mercial purposes annually, non commercial use every 2 years to be inspected. e inspection shall take place in the aforementioned intervals, or no later than 150 hours.
During the inspection the following steps are to be taken in Positive identi cation of the device: Positive identi cation of the aircra (Type, size, etc.) on the basis certi cation seal or placard. • Are the pertinent manufacturer documents available? •...
Check of the tear resistance To be conducted with the Bettsometer at the following points (B.M.A.A. approved patent number GB2270768 Clive of bed Sails) e test sequence is to be inferred from the operating instruction the Bettosometer. • In both the top and undersail where the A-lines connect, push a needle-thick hole and check the tear resistance •...
Lines Test of the line tensile strength: Line selection: select a middle, lower cascade of the A, B and a C- lines as well as if available a midd- le A and B upper cascade, and stress test for tensile strength testing device on their tensile strength. Tension velocity of the tension cylinder: v=30cm/min Tear/tensile strength values: the determined values/modi cations are to be noted in the inspection!
Occassional check of trim and adjustment Before a test ight a visual inspection of the canopy and lines is to be conducted with the glider laid out as well as pulled up in ated. In particular attention should be paid to the length of the brake lines with the canopy in ated. Only if all doubts are cleared concerning faulty adjustment of the brake lines, a check ight may be con- ducted.
• For paragliders, harnesses and reserve parachutes, which are checked, controlled, repaired, packed or repacked, test- own and/or other maintenance work, by none U-turn authorized personnel forgo any guarantee and or warranty! •...
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