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  • Page 1 user manual V 06.2020...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    index Index page page introduction extreme manoeuvres about the wing paraglider care paraglider design warranty and aerocasco risers design enviromental care toggle what have you bought before first use technical data launch materials climbing rigging scheme flight join us TEA assembly support trimmers and speedsystem summary...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    We are pleased to welcome you among the growing number of issued by the manufacturer. Any alterations to the paraglider will DUDEK PARAGLIDERS pilots. You’ve become a proud owner of a render its certification invalid. sport paraglider, designed according to recent trends among Other documents concerning this paraglider can be found on <...
  • Page 4: About The Wing

    about the wing For whom the Warp? The Warp is our new high-end sports performance paramotor wing for experienced pilots, searching for speed, agility and economy in one package, who participate in classic and/or slalom competitions and are perfectly familiar with active piloting. Comparing it to our other performance designs, we can say that Warp is the bringing together of Snake XX and Hadron XX.
  • Page 5: Paraglider Design

    paraglider design Trailing edge Leading Edge Mini-Ribs Inlets Ballooning 3D Cell The Warp is produced in new technology, utilizing capabilities of precise laser cutter. All stages of the production process take place as our Polish plant under close supervision of the Suspension lines designer himself, thus ensuring highest European quality.
  • Page 6: Risers Design

    riser design...
  • Page 7 riser design For the Warp we have chosen four-way risers equipped with: For quick and easy recognition in emergency, some of the risers are distinguished with coloured covers as follows: ELR (Easy Launch Riser) system. It is a specially marked A riser (with red cover). A - red (used for launching), A' - neoprene black (used for big ears), Speed System affecting A, B and D risers when...
  • Page 8 riser design Easy Keeper is our indigenous way to hold the brake handles at the risers by using strong neodymium magnets. It keeps the handles firmly at the risers, while both attaching and releasing goes smoothly and easily. The system allows for easy placing the brake handles on risers during flight, when they are not used, thus minimalizing the danger of getting into running propeller.
  • Page 9: Toggle

    toggle neodymium magnet of the Easy Keeper swivel against twisting Addressing different needs of our clients of the steering line we have created a TCT system - Triple Comfort Toggle, making it possible to have your brake handles in rigid, half-rigid or soft configuration without need to purchase additional handles.
  • Page 10: Before First Use

    = ca. 120 kg. In fact your actual take-off weight can be Dudek Paragliders cannot take responsibility for all possible umpteen kilograms bigger. Most often we forget the clothing, combinations, but if you contact us we are always ready to help.
  • Page 11 before first use classic speed system. In practice moving the pulley from the middle loop (2) to the highest < one (1) will not require readjusting the steering lines. The lower loop Some of the subsystems work similarly to the well-known systems of (3) will definitively require increasing that length by a distance our previous wings: between the middle (2) and the lowest (3) pulley loop.
  • Page 12 before first use Hang up the entire PPG unit with ropes, sit in the harness and ask Other systems someone to pull the risers up. You must make sure that in flight you This paraglider has no other systems which can be adjusted, will always be able to reach the brake handles, even if the airflow exchanged or removed.
  • Page 13 before first use Pulley placed in the third (lowest) loop; the EK Pulley placed in the magnet fixed over the second (middle) loop; trimmer buckle. the EK magnet fixed over the trimmer buckle. Pulley placed in the first (highest) loop; the EK magnet fixed over the second pulley loop.
  • Page 14: Launch

    launch First flights Preparing the canopy In order to get familiar with your wing we recommend at first flying Lay out the paraglider downwind of the power unit, with all with the trimmers in slow positions (trims closed or slightly opened 2- suspension lines taut and pointing toward center of the power unit.
  • Page 15 launch Applying steady and equal pressure on both A risers move forward. above your head without overshooting. This is the best moment to check if it is inflated in full and the lines are not tangled, but do so The wing practically does not overshoot, so the front collapses that neither stopping nor looking back over your shoulder.
  • Page 16 launch Reverse launch in strong wind Pulling on the front and rear risers open the cells. It is a good idea to pull up the wing briefly in order to check that the lines are not Reverse launch can be executed while holding in one hand both A tangled.
  • Page 17 launch Caution: When clipping in the crossed risers, you can find proper connection of the speed system particularly hard. Be careful not to confuse the risers!
  • Page 18: Climbing

    climbing Climbing an automatically operating TEA line (Torque Effect Adjuster). Unsymmetrical TEA assembly is an efficient countermeasure against Once you took off safely, continue heading against the wind, using the turning moment. brakes to correct rate of climb. Do not try to climb too steeply - attempts to increase climb rate by pulling the brakes will have an When climbing steeply with slow trim settings and high power adverse effect, as due to additional drag the actual rate of climb will...
  • Page 19: Flight

    flight greater the engine output and propeller diameter, the bigger the foolhardy, but this is the essential feature of the reflex profile - the swings. In addition pilot reactions are often too late or wrong, faster you fly, the safer your Warp. That's why it’s actually possible to increasing the problem instead of solving it.
  • Page 20: Tea Assembly

    TEA assembly...
  • Page 21 TEA assembly...
  • Page 22: Trimmers And Speedsystem

    trimmers and speedsystem Trimmers and speed-system operation In this way you will be able to release the trimmers as muchas you intended to, in a controlled action. The reflex airfoil of the Warp means safe operation of the trimmers and speed-system in a wide range.You are free to experiment with Caution: Closing the trimmers should be symmetrical too, all possible settings, as long as you are on safe altitude.
  • Page 23 trimmers and speedsystem Trimmers and reflex profile < If it will be asymmetric, the wing will be constantly turning. Trimmers in the Warp affect geometry of the airfoil. At closed Speed system trimmers the airfoil features generates more lift with decreased reflex character (similarly as in Snake XX).
  • Page 24: Power Attack

    power attack Power Attack system The PA system combines speed system with trimmers, resulting in automatic, smooth trimmer release on pressing the speedbar. The canopy is delivered with its PA system locked. We strongly advise you to absolve the first introductory flights with the PA system locked as it is. Unlocking is easily done by complete removal of the locking lines from the risers.
  • Page 25: Speed Modes

    speed modes Three basic speed modes can be distinguished (as for trimmer progression). Do not yank it sharply nor pull just the inner (orange) setting and speed system action): 2D line. You may consider catching the outer (yellow) steering line above the handle and in this way steer by pulling exclusively the Slow mode (trimmers closed) - pilot is using brakes for steering, <...
  • Page 26 speed modes Flying at maximum speed manufacturer, stating detailed characteristics of your gear (incl: take-off weight, wing size, paramotor & engine type and Caution: Warp is a high-performance paraglider, dedicated parameters). for fast flying, where usually high-powered paramotors are used. Some of these paramotors in certain configurations can cause considerable torque effect which very negatively affects paraglider’s stability, especially at high RPM.
  • Page 27 speed modes Slow mode Fast mode - speed system Trimmers completely closed (0) Trimmers completely closed (0) Speed inactive Speed activated slowest speed Increased speed minimum sink thermalling Risers' length*: Risers' length*: A - 375 A - 575 A’ - 390 A’...
  • Page 28 speed modes Accelerated mode Max speed mode Trimmers fully released Trimmers fully opened Speed inactive Speed activated increased speed maximum speed Risers’ length*: Risers’ length*: A - 375 A - 575 A’ - 410 A’ - 583 B - 445 B - 590 C’...
  • Page 29: Different Steering Systems

    different steering systems Steering with main brake toggles only (slow or accelerated Brake handle + outer line Steering with the outer line only mode) (accelerated mode) (accelerated mode) Variable steering progression Brake handle can be put on the The toggle has different effects when pulled down vs. away depending on how much you pull magnet or let free.
  • Page 30: Brakes Influence On The Airfoil

    brakes influence on the reflex airfoil Influence of brake operation on the reflex Released trimmers without using brakes profile Typical configuration for fast and safe flying.Center of pressures of the aerofoil moves forward, practically excluding frontal Pilots used to flying classic paragliders tend to collapses.
  • Page 31: 2D Steering Modes

    2D steering modes Beside you can see basic steering modes with 2D system.Demonstrated examples are by far not a complete catalogue – there is a lot of interim configurations and only the pilot will choose TCL line which steering mode he finds best in specific pulley situations.
  • Page 32: Slaloms With Pa

    slaloms with PA Flying slaloms with PA (Power Attack) system From this moment pilot can use entire range of the aerofoil geometry, as well as attack angle. In slalom flying common technique calls for flying at specific speedbar and trimmer settings, enabling good canopy control without any collapses.
  • Page 33: Landing

    landing Basically in PPG flying there are two kinds of landing: with and the engine. without power. The main advantage of this procedure is of course the possibility of a repeated approach if anything goes wrong. Still, if you forget to Power off landing switch off the ignition before the wing falls down, there is At an altitude of ca.
  • Page 34: Free Flying

    free flying Free flying flying is intended.. Although the Warp according to its design book is a fast paramotor Winching wing, it behaves surprisingly well as a classic paraglider too and can be used as such without any modifications. Warp is not designed for winching. As mentioned before, reflex profile used has an inherent tendency to increase the angle of attack.
  • Page 35: Golden Rules

    golden rules < Golden rules: In general never trust your engine, as it can stop at any moment. Always fly as if it’s exactly what it's going to do. < Never place the power unit downwind of the paraglider. < Unless it is absolutely necessary (e.g.
  • Page 36: Quick Descent Methods

    quick descent methods Big Ears B-Stall In order to get the big ears you have to pull down the outer lines of B-stal can be executed only with completely closed trimmers (i.e. the A' risers (neoprene cover) by ca. 20-50 cm. While inducing big pos.
  • Page 37 quick descent methods can surprise the less experienced pilot. canopies (90% in total) brings about their praised stability. A spiral is characterised by reaching the highest sink rates possible. However, in connection with a dynamic manoeuvre which a spiral dive is, it can shift the load dangerously close to its maximum value. Significant G-forces, however, make it difficult to sustain a spiral dive Similar situation occurs when executing spirals or wingovers with big for a long time, as it can place high loads on both pilot and glider to...
  • Page 38 quick descent methods Caution: By far the best technikqe is safe and correct flying, so that you will never need to descend rapidly...
  • Page 39: Extreme Manoeuvres

    extreme manoeuvres Caution: Due to high resistance of the Warp against both - release the speedbar at once, side and front collapses, we strongly recommend not to - control the direction with steering handles, provoke such situations at all, even during safety trainings. - try to close the trimmers ASAP .
  • Page 40 extreme manoeuvres The canopy recovers spontaneously in initial phase of stall, otherwise the risers. use standard procedures. Caution: In case of any doubts you should seriously consider Deep stall throwing the rescue chute. Under normal conditions does not occur. If you want to prevent it at Emergency steering all, simply stick to a couple of rules: In case of any malfunction that renders normal steering impossible,...
  • Page 41: Paraglider Care

    paraglider care Packing and storage Caution: Locking a wet paraglider in a car exposed to sun is absolutely unacceptable! Hot car interior acts like an oven Warp design incorporates modern technologies, including nylon and tests have shown that color bleeding/transfer can lines in the leading edge.
  • Page 42 paraglider care keeping the paraglider packed away when not in use. Even when Knots can chafe suspension and/or brake lines. packed in a bag, it should not remain in the sun for long. Check the length of your lines after tree or water landing, as they Suspension lines in this paraglider consist of Technora inner core and can stretch or shrink.
  • Page 43 paraglider care Inspections Full Inspection is recommended every 24 months or every 150 hours whatever comes first, if not advised otherwise by the inspecting person due to paraglider’s condition. In case of paragliders used commercially (e.g. in schools or tandem flying) a Full Inspection is recommended every 12 months after first 24 months from purchase date or every 100 hours airtime (whatever comes first).
  • Page 44: Warranty And Aerocasco

    Warranty: < damage resulting from accidents (airborne or otherwise) Dudek Paragliders guarantees free of charge repairs in case of consumables (e.g. trimmer tape) < damages caused by the material or production flaws: For the free-flying paragliders warranty covers 36 months (3 years) Warranty is only valid if: or 300 flight hours, whatever comes first.
  • Page 45 AeroCasco extension fee is 75 EUR (including inspection). third party. Since costs of such repairs can be Remember to include the AeroCasco confirmation when you send considerable, Dudek Paragliding offers an the paraglider for inspection. AeroCasco insurance. It offers a one time repair of any mechanical damage, no matter how big and who caused them.
  • Page 46: Enviromental Care

    A paraglider is made out of synthetic materials, which need to be properly disposed of when worn out. If you are not able to dispose of the paraglider properly, DUDEK Paragliders will do that for you.Just send your paraglider to the address given at the end of the manual, accompanied by a short note.
  • Page 47: What Have You Bought

    The Dudek paraglider you bought should include following items: MotoBag + DewBag < transport bag (with your canopy inside) < the paraglider itself (canopy, lines and risers) < < compression strap to keep the canopy together <...
  • Page 48: Technical Data

    technical data Warp Approval - ULM identification Number of cells Surface area (flat) [m 14,00 15,00 16,00 17,00 18,00 20,00 22,00 24,00 Surface area (projected) [m 12,00 12,87 13,72 14,58 15,44 17,15 18,87 20,58 Span (flat) [m] 9,16 9,49 9,80 10,10 10,39 10,95...
  • Page 49: Materials

    Porcher Sport Hard 40 g/m SR Scrim, SR Laminate 180 g/m Risers PASAMON - Bydgoszcz, Poland * Detailed list of materials used for the manufacture can be found in service documents file on the page of a wing, available on our website www.dudek.eu...
  • Page 50: Rigging Scheme

    rigging scheme The rigging scheme itself is published on the next page, while tables of line lengths you will find in attachments to this manual. Lengths are measured with a specialised, computer-operated device. All the lines before measurement are stretched with a steady 5 kg load.
  • Page 51 rigging scheme A’ a12 a11 C’ br16 br15 br10 br17...
  • Page 52: Join Us

    By purchasing our gear you've become an important part of Dudek Paragliders family! Share your experiences with the entire community and stay current with new offers by joining our fanpages: Movies and pictures If you have interesting photos and films of your flying by all means send them to us, and we will share them with our entire community: media@dudek.eu...
  • Page 53: Support

    Are you already our pilot, but would like to know more details < concerning your wing? < Or maybe you seek advice in honing your skills? Write us! Send an email to support@dudek.eu and our specialists will answer all your questions!
  • Page 54: Summary

    summary If you respect the rules of safe flying and proper glider care, you will enjoy many years of pleasant airtime on your Warp. Still, you must be aware of possible dangers and face them wisely. You must accept the fact that all air sports are potentially dangerous and your actual safety depends solely on you.
  • Page 55 Dudek Paragliders ul. Centralna 2U 86-031 Osielsko, Poland tel. (+48) 52 324 17 40 www.dudek.eu info@dudek.eu...

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