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PEED SYSTEM Adjusting the speed bar......................23 ......................23 OOT STIRRUP AND LEG COVER FLYING WITH THE CONNECT REVERSE EVO ..............24 ........................24 ONVERTING THE HARNESS Conversion from backpack into harness .................. 24 Conversion from harness into backpack .................. 24 ........................
SWING and the environment In this Manual, instructions which must be Protection of the environment, safety and followed in a certain order are numbered quality are the three core values of Swing consecutively. Flugsportgeräte GmbH and they have < implications for everything we do. We also...
The Connect Reverse Evo leads the way in number of licensed pilots. development standards for paraglider However, few other sports demand such a harnesses.
it is used outside of the permissible which arises in connection with Swing weight range products. The certification and warranty shall be rendered invalid if there are changes of...
03 Harness features Purpose Target group The Connect Reverse Evo was developed The Connect Reverse Evo was developed as a lightweight convertible harness for as a lightweight comfortable harness for all- everyday use, with the maximum level of round use.
Diagram What does the Connect Reverse Evo look like? Fig. 1: Diagram of the Connect Reverse Evo level of functionality, but which is lightweight. Concept The harness uses mainly light yet robust The Connect Reverse Evo is one of the ripstop fabrics.
However, as the airbag gets T-lock compressed in the backpack, we The Connect Reverse Evo is fitted with a T- recommend using a control handle to assist lock safety system to prevent the pilot from airbag inflation. The airstream makes the...
Connect Reverse Pockets Evo. Rear compartment The Connect Reverse Evo has a generously The Connect Reverse Evo sized and aerodynamically shaped rear product video shows how to section. There is an attachment point for attach the hip belt correctly trekking poles next to the main compartment.
Streamer The Connect Reverse Evo has a separate pocket for a Streamer (hydration system bladder). This is perfect for the Deuter hydration system. Swing recommends that you use a Deuter Streamer with capacity of up to 3 litres. Rain cover / Transport cover Swing recommends using the Deuter Fig.
Attaching the deployment handle bridle is put through the loop of the reserve’s bridle. The reserve itself is passed through The Connect Reverse Evo is delivered with a the large loop in the harness’s bridle, and deployment handle for the reserve system.
⚠ To ensure safe deployment, the deployment DANGER handle must be attached in a loop on the front side of the reserve container. The deployment handle may be blocked and The deployment handle must be fed through the reserve may be difficult to operate or the correct loop in such a way that the may not deploy at all if the above connecting strap between the handle and the...
Fig. 7: Reserve in the reserve container, sequence for closure shown Closing the container Feed a flexible plastic tube (included with Swing reserves) or a thin cord (paraglider line) into each elastic loop, then feed them through the eyelets on the harness container, starting with the smallest, so as to pull them together.
Do not use a deployment handle for this, to avoid any confusion. Closing the V-line channel system The Connect Reverse Evo has a Velcro-free V-line channel system. To close it, first undo the zip fully (before closing the container). Fig. 9: Lower flap closed...
Adjustment options The Connect Reverse Evo has various adjustment options so that pilots can adjust the harness according to their particular wishes and preferences. Pilots should take their time in doing this because it will provide Fig.
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shoulder padding. The strap is loosened upwards above the loop (Fig. 16) and tightened downwards through the strap (Fig. 17). The shoulder strap is correctly adjusted if it lies on the shoulder but the crimped elastic band at the lower end is not stretched taut. Fig.
Chest strap The chest strap (Fig. 18) controls the distance between the two carabiners (hang point) and can be altered from 36 to 42 cm. The smaller the distance between the hang points, the less the glider responds to weight shifting.
Foot stirrup and leg cover Please check our website www.swing.de for information about compatible foot stirrups and leg covers for the Connect Reverse Evo. Only the products named may be used. There is a risk that the harness will be...
04 Flying with the Connect Reverse Evo Converting the harness The Connect Reverse Evo can be turned from a backpack into a harness and vice versa in just a few steps. Conversion from backpack into harness Fig. 22 to Fig.25 show how to convert the Fig.
⚠ Then do up both leg straps and the chest WARNING strap. The buckles must be properly clicked into place. Check that you have done this by The surface of the airbag must not be pulling firmly on each of them. bent and must go smoothly around the Finally, close the connecting strap between reserve.
Tandem flights Was there a clearly audible 'click' when The Connect Reverse Evo is not intended for you did up the buckles and do they stay use in tandem flights. closed if you pull on them? Be particularly careful if there is snow or ice:...
Airbag from Swing, our dealers and in specialist Check the condition of the airbag regularly, sports shops. in particular whether there are any holes or areas of wear, which could result in the airbag failing to deploy.
If salt water gets on the harness, it should be General rinsed immediately in fresh water (before it Swing’s service programme as set out in the dries) and then allowed to dry in a well- Maintenance and Service book should be ventilated place in the shade.
Personal requirements for inspection on behalf of another party Warranty Professional training required for The terms of the warranty offered by Swing inspection work. are given in the warranty provisions on our Two years’ professional experience in website: manufacturing or servicing paragliders www.swing.de/guarantee.html...
Swing has a comprehensive website, which provides additional information about many Speedgliders topics related to paragliding. Swing’s website www.facebook.com/SwingSpeedflyingTeam is the first port of call for Swing’s worldwide http://twitter.com/SSTSpitfire following: Swing TV www.swing.de On Swing’s website, you will find an...
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