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Owner's Manual
and Service Booklet
Serial Number: ____________________
The data and statements contained within this manual may be changed without prior notice. No
part of these documents may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by any
means, either electronic or mechanical, without explicit written permission from UP International.
© 1995-2015 UP International
Version 1.0
Effective: 03/2015
Updated: 03/2015

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  • Page 1 The data and statements contained within this manual may be changed without prior notice. No part of these documents may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by any means, either electronic or mechanical, without explicit written permission from UP International. © 1995-2015 UP International Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    KILLS FOR DEALING WITH RAPID DESCENT METHODS ....................... 8 UITABILITY FOR TRAINING PPG ........................8 IPLACE AND .................... 9 ECOMMENDED AKEOFF WEIGHT TECHNICAL DATA UP TRANGO XC³................10 ........................11 ONSTRUCTION Aerofoil Stabilising System² ....................11 Performance data ......................11 ......................... 11 ANOPY MATERIAL ........................12 INE MATERIAL ..........................
  • Page 3 ______________________________________________________________________________ FLIGHT PRACTICE AND SAFETY ..................20 FLIGHT PRACTICE ......................20 ......................... 20 FLIGHT CHECK ......................... 21 HE START PHASES ........................22 PEED CONTROL Using the brakes ....................... 22 Using the Speed System ..................... 22 ..........................22 URNING ..........................23 ANDING ........................
  • Page 4 Airworthiness Check ......................34 UP Craftsmanship ......................35 UP W ........................35 ARRANTY National warranty conditions ................... 35 International UP warranty ....................35 UP T XC³ .................... 36 HECKING THE RANGO ..............36 ACKING AND CHECKING OF THE RESCUE SYSTEM ...............

  • Page 5: Welcome In Our Team

    ______________________________________________________________________________ Welcome in our team Congratulations on the purchase of your new UP Trango XC³. UP International is renowned across the globe for designing and building the finest paragliders available – paragliders characterised by maximum safety, performance and quality in every aspect.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    UP Trango XC³, but it does not when walking to takeoff or hiking out replace attending a paragliding school. It...

  • Page 7: Development Of Paragliders

    Once we're happy with the new look back on such an expansive history as prototype’s behaviour in the virtual we can. The UP story started back in 1970 environment, the program generates when Pete Brock graduated from the Art the templates after which the glider is Center, a world famous school for design sewn.

  • Page 8: Purpose

    LTF and EN recommend a good SIV course with classification the UP Trango XC² to get familiar with the wing. The UP Trango XC³ is certified to the Skills for dealing with following classification(s): LTF09/EN C...

  • Page 9: Recommended Takeoff Weight

    – this speaks for choosing the larger of the relevant sizes. And finally, pilots preferring more dynamic rides will want to load their wings up well, and will be choosing a smaller size.

  • Page 10: Technical Data Up Trango Xc³

    ______________________________________________________________________________ Technical Data UP Trango XC³ Size Surface area flat [m²] 21,7 23,1 25,1 27,1 Surface area projected [m²] 18,5 19,7 21,4 23,1 Flat span [m] 12,3 12,7 13,2 13,7 Projected span [m] 10,2 10,6 11,0 Flat aspect ratio Projected aspect ratio Number of Chambers Total line length incl.

  • Page 11: Construction

    The UP Trango XC³ is sewn from of the canopy by a good margin. This polyamide cloth, which is particularly means that the UP Trango XC³ will retain stretch-resistant and durable, and is its perfect launching characteristics all specially treated for maximum through its service life.

  • Page 12: Line Material

    Please don’t change the main brake Line material lines without checking the new length carefully at a suitable training hill The lines used on the UP Trango XC³ are before flying! unsheathed Dyneema® and Aramid lines made by Edelrid, Cousin and Liros.
  • Page 13 ______________________________________________________________________________ ergonomics of the wing and makes all the different manoeuvres (b-line stalls, BigEars) more accessible to every size of pilots, from the smallest to the tallest. The speed system is optimised along the same lines. We use a very similar riser design for our competition wings.
  • Page 14 ______________________________________________________________________________ S, SM S, SM M, L M, L Riser length [mm] accelerated accelerated A I, II A III B I, II, III, STI C I, II, III Accelerator travel (pulley on pulley) Illustration 2: UP Trango XC³ riser...

  • Page 15: Up Backpack

    UP Backpack shoulder straps can be set either loose, to aid ventilation, or tight, for The UP Trango XC³ is delivered with a extra stability. They should rise from special paraglider backpack, which fulfils your collarbone at about a 45° angle.

  • Page 16: Adjustment Of The Back Pack

    Any slack should be taken out of the shoulder straps, and the chest strap should be done up. The load control straps at the shoulders and hips can now be tightened to achieve the desired stability.

  • Page 17: Adjustments

    If you have any questions or concerns Under circumstances should with reference to the brake line lengths lengths of the lines or risers of the UP then seek advice from either your UP Trango XC³ be altered in any way. dealer directly from International.
  • Page 18 ______________________________________________________________________________ Illustration 5 Fishermans knot...

  • Page 19: Speed System

    The Trango XC³ can be flown with any with loops sewn on either end to attach harness with the main suspension the cords. These cords should be run up point at around chest height. The lower through the eyelets and pulleys on the...

  • Page 20: Rescue System

    If you have a tested for use with any kind of engine. question about your UP harness, contact If you wish to fly your UP Trango XC³ your dealer or UP International. with a motor please get in touch with...

  • Page 21: The Start Phases

    When unfolding your wing is facing into wind. The middle of glider, observe the wind direction the canopy is marked by the UP logo and arrange your glider so that it is at the leading edge. pointed directly into the wind.

  • Page 22: Speed Control

    Using the brakes should be released and the glider returned to normal trim speed. The UP Trango XC³ has a wide useable speed range, coupled with excellent stability at all speeds. The speed can be BEWARE! All extreme...

  • Page 23: Landing

    If needed the UP Trango XC³ will turn very when the glider is not correctly tight. To do this, apply some brake input...

  • Page 24: Flight Safety

    Today you have a wide choice between gently. different gliders in the UP range. The main Flying fast is useful for getting through difference between the gliders is in the sink or when flying into a headwind.

  • Page 25: Getting Down Fast

    Reach incorrect recovery can have dangerous up and take hold of BI,II, III risers at consequences (as with any paraglider)! the quick links, still with your hands in the brake handles, and pull down...

  • Page 26: Big Ears

    Behaviour in extreme Big Ears situations To pull the ears in, reach up and get hold of the outermost A-line on both front risers The UP Trango XC³ is designed to be and pull them down, simultaneously, by very aerodynamically stable.

  • Page 27: Collapsing The Paraglider

    Asymmetric collapse side – please note that these measures should ONLY be The UP Trango XC³ belongs to the new practised during an SIV training over generation of paragliders that, as well as water. having very good performance, also exhibit a high degree of stability.

  • Page 28: Deep Stall

    Deep Stall In the next phase the canopy stabilises somewhat above the pilot again. The The UP Trango XC³ has no inherent wing tips will often tend to try to re- tendency towards deep stall. It will recover inflate quite violently, and it requires...

  • Page 29: Spin

    Emergency Steering wind noise and the extreme increase in brake line tension. Up until the wing starts If for some reason the UP Trango XC³ to fall back the pilot may resume normal cannot be controlled with the brakes, flight by simply releasing the brakes.

  • Page 30: Adhesive Logos

    Overloading and the drops thus do not penetrate but The UP Trango XC³ is a very strong remain on the surface. paraglider, and flying all the usual SIV We know from computer simulations and...
  • Page 31 If you wish to take extra care of your Trango XC we recommend packing it in the UP ParaSleeve bag which is comprised in the delivery. The following is a step-by-step introduction to ParaSleeve packing, you may also find a short video...

  • Page 32: Paraglider Fabric

    Also note that, in spite of it being a On UP gliders the coated side of the cloth comfortable seat, the glider bag should is facing inwards. This means that the not be used as such.

  • Page 33: Storage And Transport

    10 and 25 degrees Celsius, and the relative humidity between 50 and 75%. Due to the ASS reinforcement system Do not expose your UP Trango XC the Trango XC3 leading edge is very extreme heat (storing it the boot of a car robust.

  • Page 34: Checks And Repairs

    At UP we invest our entire knowhow in end. paragliding into making the sport safer for you. We offer a variety of services all centred around safety to our customers.

  • Page 35: Up Craftsmanship

    Likewise, parts that are damaged due UP Craftsmanship to normal wear and tear are exempt In order to ensure that your UP Trango from warranty coverage. Fabric colour XC³ maintains its very high inherent changes that do not influence the...

  • Page 36: Checking The Up Trango Xc³

    Centre. We offer a certified service for >service >UP Product registration re-packing, checking and installing the parachute into your harness. We will UP reserves the right to refuse any claims also carry out any repairs necessary, not honouring one or several of these all fully guaranteed.

  • Page 37: Up Homepage

    UP. You will find any technical information the logic and fly with regard to the and accessories for your UP Trango XC³, decisions you make.

  • Page 38: Attachments

    Attachments Line plan...

  • Page 39: Linelengths

    Linelengths Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 L (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 4 Date: 12.03.2015 Line lengths [mm] R. Area No. A Left Right Left Right Left Right Nom. Nom. Nom. 7518 7418 7533 7430 7330 7442 7387 7287 7397 7425...
  • Page 40 Single Line Lengths Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 L (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 4 Date: 12.03.2015 Quan- Length Quan- Length Brake Quan- Length Line no. material colour Line no. material colour material colour tity [mm] tity [mm] tity [mm] 8000U-090...
  • Page 41 Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 M (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 4 Date: 12.03.2015 Line lengths [mm] R. Area No. A Left Right Left Right Left Right Nom. Nom. Nom. 7228 7130 7242 7143 7045 7154 7101 7004 7109 7137 7043...
  • Page 42 Single Line Lengths Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 M (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 4 Date: 12.03.2015 Quan- Length Quan- Length Brake Quan- Length Line no. material colour Line no. material colour material colour tity [mm] tity [mm] tity [mm] 8000U-090...
  • Page 43 Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 SM (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 3 Date: 12.03.2015 Line lengths [mm] R. Area No. A Left Right Left Right Left Right Nom. Nom. Nom. 6947 6855 6964 6865 6773 6878 6824 6732 6835 6858 6769...
  • Page 44 Single Line Lengths Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 SM (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 3 Date: 12.03.2015 Quan- Length Quan- Length Brake Quan- Length Line no. material colour Line no. material colour material colour tity [mm] tity [mm] tity [mm] 8000U-090...
  • Page 45 Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 S (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 2 Date: 12.03.2015 Line lengths [mm] R. Area No. A Left Right Left Right Left Right Nom. Nom. Nom. 6715 6625 6735 6634 6544 6652 6593 6504 6609 6626 6540...
  • Page 46 Single Line Lengths Glider Type: XG57 Trango XC 3 S (LTF/EN C) Serial No.: Rev. No.: 2 Date: 12.03.2015 Quan- Length Quan- Length Brake Quan- Length Line no. material colour Line no. material colour material colour tity [mm] tity [mm] tity [mm] 8000U-090...

  • Page 47: Service Booklet

    Service booklet Glider- and pilot data Model: Trango XC³ Size: Serial number: ___________________________________________ Colour: _________________________________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________________________ First flight date: __________________________________________ Dealer stamp and signature Pilot (1. owner) Name: _________________________________________________ Family name: ____________________________________________ Street: _________________________________________________ Town: __________________________________________________ Postal code: _____________________________________________ Country: ________________________________________________ Telephone: ______________________________________________ Fax: ___________________________________________________...
  • Page 48 Pilot (2. owner) Name: _________________________________________________ Family name: ____________________________________________ Street: _________________________________________________ Town: __________________________________________________ Postal code: _____________________________________________ Country: ________________________________________________ Telephone: ______________________________________________ Fax: ___________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________________ Pilot (3. owner) Name: _________________________________________________ Family name: ____________________________________________ Street: _________________________________________________ Town: __________________________________________________ Postal code: _____________________________________________ Country: ________________________________________________ Telephone: ______________________________________________ Fax: ___________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________________...
  • Page 49 Please verify that your UP Service Centre has correctly filled in the form! 1st Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________ Stamp Service jobs undertaken: 2nd Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________ Stamp Service jobs undertaken: 3rd Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________...
  • Page 50 Please verify that your UP Service Centre has correctly filled in the form! 4th Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________ Stamp Service jobs undertaken: 5th Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________ Stamp Service jobs undertaken: 6th Service Assignment Nr. Performed date: _______________________________...

  • Page 51: Product Registration Card

    Family name: ____________________________________ Address: ________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Telephone: ______________________________________ Fax: ____________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________ Dealer stamp and signature Cut out this card and mail it to UP within 14 days of purchase, or register your new UP Trango XC³ via www.up-paragliders.com>Service>UP>Product Registration...

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