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SUPAIR-VLD
PARC ALTAÏS
34 RUE ADRASTÉE
74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD
User's manual
FRANCE
45°54.024'N / 06°04.725' E
RCS 387956790
Revision index
: 15/12/2019

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  • Page 1 PIXAIR 2 SUPAIR-VLD PARC ALTAÏS 34 RUE ADRASTÉE 74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD User’s manual FRANCE 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’ E RCS 387956790 Revision index : 15/12/2019...

  • Page 2: Pixair

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 hank you for choosing the PIXAIR 2 harness. We are glad to be able to share our common paragliding passion with you. SUP’AIR has been designing, producing and selling free flying equipment since 1984. By choosing a SUP’AIR product you benefit from...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 LIST OF CONTENTS Introduction Pre-Flight check Technical specifications Takeoff Size choice In flight Nomenclature Speed-bar use Harness Overview Landing Accessories assembly Using the reserve parachute Seat plate Towing Carabiners Mandatory controls Speed-bar In case of an incident...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the paragliding world according to SUPAIR; a world of shared passion. The PIXAIR 2 targets enthused pilots of all levels. It was designed with schooling and fun in mind to provide full comfort and a worry free learning curve.

  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Harness size Pilot size (cm) 155-175 170-185 180-195 Pilot weight (mini - maxi) (kg) 60 - 80 65 - 85 70 -100 Harness weight (+carabiners+speedbar)(kg) 3160 3270 3380 Designed for Paragliding only...

  • Page 6: Size Choice

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 SIZE CHOICE Choosing your harness’ size is important. You will find here below a height/weight table to help you with your size choice. With its hammock architec- ture and reclined flying posture, we advise you to try out the harness during a hang-test first at one of.

  • Page 7: Nomenclature

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 NOMENCLATURE Harness Zicral 30 mm carabiners « PXA2 » reserve parachute handle Polypropylene seat plate 2 x Mylar AIRBAG PXA2 (one for change) Options Double stage accelerator/speed-bar (ref. : CALEPIEDRETRACT20) Speed-bar/accelerator 2B light (ref: ACCELSOUPLELIGHT) Adjustable accelerator FreeSpee...

  • Page 8: Harness Overview

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 HARNESS OVERVIEW Chest strap with automatic buckles Safe-T-bar Leg strap buckle Chest strap adjustement Backrest tilt adjustement Shoulder straps adjustement Reserve parachute pocket Reserve parachute handle Paragliding main hooking points Reserve parachute hooking points...

  • Page 9: Accessories Assembly

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY Carabiners Seat plate Polypropylene seat plate Compatible carabiners : Zicral 30 mm carabiners Size S Ref. : MPPL030 Réf. : MAILCOMOUS30 Size M Ref. : MPPL031 Size L Ref. : MPPL032 Size XL Ref. : MPPL033 Insert the carabiner through the main harness riser connection.

  • Page 10: Speed-Bar

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY Speed-bar system (option) Compatible speed-bar/accelerator : STANDARD double stage speed-bar/accelerator (Réf. : ACCELSOUPLE) Speed-bar/accelerator 2B light ( ref: ACCELSOUPLELIGHT) Adjustable speed-bar/accelerator FREESPEE ( ref: ACCELFREESPEE) Speedbar assembly : Regarding either side of the harness: Pull the line through the speed-bar line guide located at the front corner of the seat plate.

  • Page 11: Foot-Rest

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY Foot-rest (option) Push the foot-rest strap through Push the elastic cord through the main hooking point located beneath the self-locking carabiner. buckle located at the front of the Adjust the foot-rest length during a hang-test and stow away the straps excess in the elasticated holder.

  • Page 12: Installing The Reserve Parachute

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Thank you for reading the following carefully ! We recommend for the initial rescue parachute assembly and installation to be made by a qualified professional. Reserve parachute folding and installation inside the harness must conform to the specific guidelines found in this manual.

  • Page 13: Parachute Risers - Harness Connection

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Riser/Harness connection : >> Access to the reserve parachute connection points. We recommend using First, open the riser guiding sleeve all the way from top to bottom to access the reserve parachute connec- “split”...
  • Page 14 Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Riser/Harness connection : Fastening the risers to the harness with a set of 6mm square Maillons Rapides® - Open the 6mm Mail- - Push the riser con- - Give the toric ring a Push the riser end loop - Check that the risers do not move.

  • Page 15: Place The Risers Inside The Sleeve

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Place the risers inside the sleeve. Place the risers inside their guiding/protective Push the connection points inside the sleeve connected alongside the harness. sleeve. - Push them through and under the zipper tab.

  • Page 16: Parachute Risers - Reserve Parachute Connection

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Reserve parachute/risers. One (1) square 7mm Maillon Rapide® will be needed + two (2 flexible toric rings. - Open the 7mm square - Push the two riser ends - Give a second twist to Maillon Rapide®...

  • Page 17: Installing The Reserve Parachute In Its Container

    The risers then roll up around the rescue parachute pod handle and prevent a deployment. To avoid this problem, the PIXAIR 2’ reserve parachute pocket is equipped with an adjustable bellows to fit your emergency parachute size.
  • Page 18 Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Installing the reserve parachute in its container. - Push the cord through loop «1» - Using the cord, pull loop #1 through grommet #2 (select the correct grommet depending on your emergency parachute size (see page 17), then pull the loop through grommet #3 (making sure to guide it outside), then through #4 and #5.
  • Page 19 Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Installing the reserve parachute in its container. - Using a second cord, pull loop #6 through grommet #7 (select the correct grommet depending on your emergency parachute size (see page 17).

  • Page 20: Locking The Reserve Parachute Handle

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Locking the reserve parachute handle. - Secure the installation by pushing the right side of the yellow cable Mandatory extraction test procedure through the loop cord «1» then, the sleeve.

  • Page 21: Gear Packing And Tips

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 GEAR PACKING AND TIPS Dorsal storage pocket. Stiffening airbag plate (interchangeable) Speed-bar opening Speed-bar magnets Hydration tube opening Radio and small storage pocket PIXAIR 2 | page 21...

  • Page 22: Adjustments

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 ADJUSTING THE HARNESS Adjusting the harness prior each takeoff is vital. The various adjustments. Adjusting the chest strap. Adjusting the backrest. Adjusting the shoulder straps. Adjusting the leg straps Seat depth adjustment PIXAIR 2 | page 22...

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Harness

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 HARNESS ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the harness Without strap tension, first adjust the backrest incline at the desired angle. - Tightening will bring the backrest at a more vertical angle ( recommended posture for beginners ).

  • Page 24: Wing/Harness Connection

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 CONNECTING THE WING TO THE HARNESS 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 25: Inflight Behavior

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 FLIGHT BEHAVIOR - Before taking off when walking around or setting up, you will find this harness to be light with minimal volume and ready to operate with its pre-inflated dorsal protection via the AirBag « 4Box system ».

  • Page 26: Flight Phases

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 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 27: In Flight

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 FLIGHT PHASES In flight Set the distance between the two carabiners according to the aerology of the moment, and the wing manufacturer’s recommendations. Speedbar use We recommend using the speed-bar cautiously due to the increased risk of a partial or full frontal collapses..

  • Page 28: Using The Reserve Parachute

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 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 29: In Case Of An Incident

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 IN CASE OF ACCIDENT Call for help after an accident. Emergency call numbers EUROPE / INDIA Help needed? USA / CANADA CHINA / JAPAN NEPAL IRAN AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND Flashlight SOS: PIXAIR 2 | page 29...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    • Buckles and carabiners ( functionality wear and tear ). The threads and fabric used to manufacture the PIXAIR 2 were specifically selected for their quality and resilience capacities. However 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 31: Repairs / Spare Parts

    SUP’AIR now offers an extended warranty period reaching beyond the product standard protection plan against manufacturing defects. Please contact us either by telephone or by E-mail sav@supair.com in order to receive a quotation. Hardware & Parts - Self-locking Zicral 30mm carabiners.

  • Page 32: Warranty

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 WARRANTY SUP’AIR 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 33: Shock Absorber

    Entretien / Maintenance : 30°C If your AIRBAG is damaged, have it inspected and repaired at a professional qualified facility or contact us at sav@supair.com The test results and the EU declaration of conformity can be found at: www.supair.com PIXAIR 2 | page 33...

  • Page 34: Service Book

    Harness User’s manual | PIXAIR 2 SERVICE BOOK This page will help you keep record of your harness 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 35 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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