Adjusting The Weight Shift Harness - Parajet Cyclone 160 Pilot's Manual

ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT SHIFT HARNESS

To adjust this type of harness to the optimum weight setting, position the hang-point
mallion and off-set pin as shown below. The weight ranges are given in the diagram.
IMPORTANT – If the harness is not set up correctly it will result in poor handling and
uncomfortable flying. It is vital therefore that the steps described below are followed
aurately.
CAUTION!!! If the pilot is too heavy for the chosen harness setting this will cause the
Cyclone 160 to ride up on the pilots back. This makes for an uncomfortable flying
position and also causes the top of the propeller guard to press near to the paraglider
brake handles which is potentially very dangerous. If you suspect this it is important that
you land as soon as possible and re-set the hang points moving them one or two
settings forward.
NOTE – Due to the dynamic nature of this harness it may take some flying time to
become austomed to the flying style. It may also take a few flights to decide which
hang-point position is most comfortable and effective for you. You will notice that on
full power the flying position is more upright and that when you reduce throttle the
position is more laid back. The engine off position is designed to be similar to the free
flying position which is more comfortable and improves weight shift for thermalling.
(100 – 110kg) (75kg – 90kg) (65kg – 75kg) (55kg – 65kg)
WARNING!!! Use of the powered paraglider is at your own risk.
NB. The Cyclone 294 weight shift harness is designed to offset the torque reaction of
the propeller. This enables the pilot to fly straight even on full power. The system uses
the pilot's weight to counter the torque by off-setting both karabiners to the right as
the pilot sits in the harness. See arrows above.
Important: Always ensure that both rubber off-set covers are fully tightened in position
pointing to the left as you look at the harness before you get in to fly (as above) If you
are sitting in the harness they should both point to the right. This is essential!!
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