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  • Page 1 Please read this manual before flying with the TRANSALP for the first time.
  • Page 2 The incorrect or inappropriate use of Woody Valley equipment greatly increases this risk. In no case can Woody Valley and the Woody Valley retailer be held responsible for personal injury caused to yourself or to third parties, or for whatever type of damage.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ARNESS ADJUSTMENTS 2.2.1- Leg regulation ....................................................5 2.2.2- Back position adjustment................................................6 2.2.3- Shoulder-strap adjustment ...............................................6 2.2.4- Chest strap adjustment ................................................7 2.2.5- Leg strap adjustment ..................................................7 3- FLYING WITH THE TRANSALP HARNESS ......................................7 3.1- P ....................................................7 FLIGHT CHECKS 3.2- P ........................................................8 OCKETS 3.3- D...

  • Page 4: 1- General Information

    1.1- Concept TRANSALP is a product that was developed wholly by Woody Valley to meet the demands specifically expressed by our pilots. This very light paraglider harness was designed to be the ideal product for a large proportion of pilots, and above all for those pilots who like to hike up to launch sites and fly back down to the valley below.

  • Page 5: 2- Before Using The Harness

    2.1.1- Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag TRANSALP is supplied with a handle for reserve parachute extraction. It is identified with the number 8; this handle alone should be used for this purpose. The black loop attached to the handle itself should be passed into the loop on the deployment bag, and then the entire handle should be passed through its own loop and pulled tight.

  • Page 6: 2- Connecting The Reserve Parachute To The Harness

    2.1.3- Inserting the reserve parachute Insert the reserve parachute into the TRANSALP container so that the handle can be seen on the exterior side, and so the loop connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag is facing upwards.
  • Page 7 Thread a thin cord (such as paraglider riser cord) through each elastic loop. This will help close the pocket. Thread the elastic loops into the smallest of the eyelets on the pocket flaps. Close the flaps following the order shown in the photographs below. Push the plastic pins on the handle into the elastic loops and under the transparent cover.

  • Page 8: 4- Reserve Parachute Deployment

    2.2- Harness adjustments The TRANSALP harness provides a number of methods of adjustment so that the pilot can fly in the ideal position. A little time has to be invested in finding the optimum position, but this effort will be rewarded by exceptional comfort in flight.

  • Page 9: 2- Back Position Adjustment

    2.2.2- Back position adjustment By adjusting the back (using the trimmers higher up on the side), the pilot adjusts the inclination of the torso with respect to the vertical axis in flight. A good flying position, improving control of the glider, is obtained by positioning the face at about 15 cm from an imaginary line between the two karabiners. 2.2.3- Shoulder-strap adjustment Shoulder-strap adjustment enables the harness to be adjusted to the pilot’s height.

  • Page 10: 4- Chest Strap Adjustment

    IMPORTANT All adjustments have to be performed symmetrically on both sides. 3- FLYING WITH THE TRANSALP HARNESS 3.1- Pre-flight checks For maximum safety, use a complete and consistent system of pre-flight checks and repeat the same mental sequence every flight.

  • Page 11: Pockets

     the paraglider is connected correctly to the harness, and that both karabiners are locked closed by means of their locking system;  the speed bar is attached correctly to the glider. 3.2- Pockets TRANSALP has a large mesh rear pocket. It also has two loops, again on the dorsal side, for two telescopic trekking poles.

  • Page 12: Dual Flying

    3.4- Flying above water It is inadvisable to use the TRANSALP harness on flights over water. In the event of the pilot being forced to land on the water, the airbag, which is filled with air, may force the harness into a position that holds the pilot underwater.

  • Page 13: 4- Features And Assembly Of Optional Accessories

    4- FEATURES AND ASSEMBLY OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 4.1- The TRANSALP protection system The airbag provides excellent protection against the shock caused by impact. Its structure ensures that about 60/70% of total protection is provided even without complete inflation, which occurs during the launch phase. This optional extra is easy to install, and the procedure is obvious. The protection system has four straps which are fixed to the harness.

  • Page 14: Assembly And Adjustment Of The Speed-System

    4.3- Transalp rucksack The Transalp rucksack provides a high capacity in combination with simplicity in use. It was designed throughout by Woody Valley, and it is highly versatile. In fact it can be used for hiking and other land-based sports activities, as well as for paragliding. To pack flying equipment, open the zips of the rucksack completely, and...
  • Page 15 airbag inflation valve does not suffer any tight folds which could eventually mar its correct functioning. After having folded the paraglider carefully, place it into the rucksack. The remaining space above should be sufficient to store the helmet, instruments, and extra garments. Once all equipment has been placed inside, if necessary the four side straps can be tightened in order to hold the contents firmly in position.

  • Page 16: 5- Maintenance And Repair

    Zip fasteners should be kept clean and lubricated with silicone spray. In the case of making any request to an official retailer or Woody Valley for maintenance operations, please quote the complete identification number shown on the silver label in the rear pocket.

  • Page 17: 6- Technical Data

    ONE cm 36/50 Total weight, Universal size, including hook-in karabiners 0,95 kg Total weight, Universal size, including hook-in karabiners 1,95 kg and built-in Transalp rucksack Type of protection AIRBAG protection – Optional – 330 gr Type of straps GET-UP safety system...

  • Page 18: 7- Certificate Of Approval

    This owner's manual is subject to change without prior notice. Please check at www.woodyvalley.com for the latest information regarding the TRANSALP harness. Latest update: APRIL 2010...

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