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- Page 1 User Manual POWERSEAT LIGHT V23/09/2021...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
POWERSEAT LIGHT CONTENTS Introduction Operation and repairs Description Enviromental care Assembly Technical Data Rescue chute installation Materials Speedbar What you have bought Ronstan pulleys (optional) Join us! Harness/paraglider connection Support Harness adjustment Summary Protector Pockets Before flight Rescue chute operation... -
Page 3: Introduction
POWERSEAT LIGHT INTRODUCTION Congratulations! Thank you for choosing the Powerseat Light harness. We have done our best to present you with highest quality product, fulfilling all safety requirements and offering maximum functionality. Please read this manual carefully before using the harness for the first time. -
Page 4: Description
Warning: Due to the use of lightweight materials in the construction of the Powerseat Light is manufactured in three harness, it is more prone to damage and is sizes: S, M and L. The harness is equipped not recommended for competition flights. -
Page 5: Assembly
POWERSEAT LIGHT ASSEMBLY Hangpoint of the harness. Upper frame hangpoint. Lower frame hangpoint. Connection of the lower shoulder straps end. Carabiner loop. Safety strap. - Page 6 ASSEMBLY Harness hangpoint Lower frame hangpoint manufacturer provided them. Connect to the paramotor bars as Connect to the vertical parts of the frame, Carabiner loops described by its manufacturer. Usually, taking care that the connection is not too metal shackles of proper strength are used. short.
- Page 7 POWERSEAT LIGHT ASSEMBLY Safety straps Put the blue end of the strap into a hangpoint of the harness, and the orange one into a carabiner.
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Page 8: Rescue Chute Installation
POWERSEAT LIGHT RESCUE CHUTE INSTALLATION Before installing the rescue chute in a side Install the release handle on the rescue container, attach the V-riser to a chute bag. connection strap. Use the o-rings to keep the straps in place on the metal quicklinks (Maillon Rapide C6 or C7). - Page 9 POWERSEAT LIGHT RESCUE CHUTE INSTALLATION Place the rescue parachute in the Close the container starting with flaps 1 Insert the ends of the pins as well as tips of container, making sure that the v-strap and 2. Use assisting lines and pins. Then the release handle into their pockets.
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- Page 11 POWERSEAT LIGHT RESCUE CHUTE INSTALLATION Side container’s volume: include: After installing the rescue chute, attach the container to the harness and connect the • Too big rescue chute compared to the ends of the V-strap to the points on the...
- Page 12 POWERSEAT LIGHT RESCUE CHUTE INSTALLATION Note: The V-strap must be led outside of any other parts of the harness/paramotor.
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Page 13: Speedbar
POWERSEAT LIGHT SPEEDBAR Pushing the speedbar increases your airspeed. Powerseat Light originally is not equipped with a speedbar, it must be purchased as additional equipment. The installation and adjustment of a speedbar must be executed as follows: 1. Attach lines to the speedbar (if not assembled already). - Page 14 POWERSEAT LIGHT SPEEDBAR The speedbar must be adjusted so that pulleys on the risers get together when the bar is fully depressed. Assembly must be checked in flight in smooth conditions on safe altitude. When necessary adjust the lines’ length after landing.
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Page 15: Ronstan Pulleys (Optional)
POWERSEAT LIGHT RONSTAN PULLEYS (OPTIONAL) For a more smooth speed-system operation you can optionally use the Ronstan pulleys. The set contains: • Ronstan 20 pulley 2 pcs • Ronstan 30 pulley 2 pcs • 80 mm Dyneema loop 2 pcs •... -
Page 16: Harness/Paraglider Connection
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Page 17: Harness Adjustment
POWERSEAT LIGHT HARNESS ADJUSTMENT Correct adjustment of the harness has considerable effect on comfort and safety of operation. The picture below shows points to be adjusted before first flight. It is necessary to hang somewhere the paramotor with attached harness in order to try it out and conduct initial adjustment. - Page 18 POWERSEAT LIGHT HARNESS ADJUSTMENT Shoulder straps Chest strap Their length must be adjusted so that it is possible to stand straight Keeps the pilot safely in the harness. Its length must fit the paramotor with the paramotor on the back. In general they should be set short bars width.
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Page 19: Protector
POWERSEAT LIGHT PROTECTOR Powerseat Light harness does not have a protector, nor an impact pad. -
Page 20: Pockets
POWERSEAT LIGHT POCKETS Powerseat Light features two side pockets and a bigger one under the seat. The side pocket is available during flight and you can store smaller items inside, such as keys, telephone, etc. It can be mounted on the left or right side, interchangeably with the side container. -
Page 21: Before Flight
POWERSEAT LIGHT BEFORE FLIGHT Before each flight a close inspection of the harness is necessary. For your own safety check if: • the harness has no visible damages • rescue chute container is properly closed and secured with pins. •... -
Page 22: Rescue Chute Operation
POWERSEAT LIGHT RESCUE CHUTE OPERATION Rescue chute should be used as final means when it’s the only way to get the paraglider out of dangerous situation. Using the rescue chute when the paraglider is rotating is dangerous. As long as the altitude margin lasts you have to partially or completely stop the rotation. -
Page 23: Landing
POWERSEAT LIGHT LANDING Before landing slide out of the harness and assume proper position. Landing when sitting is unacceptable and highly dangerous. Risk of damage to your spine is very high. Land always on your feet, with a few steps when necessary Waterlanding Waterlanding can be dangerous due to risk of drowning. -
Page 24: Tandem Flights And Winching
POWERSEAT LIGHT TANDEM FLIGHTS AND WINCHING Tandem flights The Powerseat Light harness is not designed for tandem flights. Towing with the winch The Powerseat Light harness is not designed to be towed winch. -
Page 25: Storage And Cleaning
POWERSEAT LIGHT STORAGE AND CLEANING All materials for the harness were carefully selected for their quality and durability. Keeping the harness in good order and condition will grant you satisfying operation for a long time. The harness is best cleaned with a wet sponge, maybe a bit of soap. -
Page 26: Operation And Repairs
Using damaged harness is out of the question. In case of any doubts please contact your dealer or manufacturer and/or send it to a workshop for closer inspection. Note: The Powerseat Light harness is approved for use for a period of 10 years from the production date. -
Page 27: Enviromental Care
A harness 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 28: Technical Data
POWERSEAT LIGHT TECHNICAL DATA Powerseat Light Pilot height [cm] 155-168 165-182 178-195 Seat width [cm] 39,00 39,00 39,00 Suspension height [cm] 35,50 38,00 41,50 Weight of the harness * [kg] 2,25 2,35 2,50 EN 1651/LTF91/09 Load test 120kg EN/LTF Certificate... -
Page 29: Materials
POWERSEAT LIGHT MATERIALS Powerseat Light Polyester, 25 mm, 1700 daN, Polyester, 25 mm, 1000 daN, Dyneema 12 mm 1500 daN Risers Cordura 5012 Ripstop, Poliamid 70 D Fabric AustiAlpin Cobra, Edelrid Buckles... -
Page 30: What You Have Bought
The whole set contains: Optional equipment: 1 x Powerseat Light harness, with a pocket under the seat 2 x Ronstan 30 pulleys with Dyneema loops fixing them to the 1 x carbon fibre seat plate as well as its extension... -
Page 31: Join Us
POWERSEAT LIGHT 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 32: Support
POWERSEAT LIGHT SUPPORT Need any help? • Do you want to fly with us, but are not sure which paraglider should you choose? • Are you already our pilot, but would like to know more details concerning your wing? •... -
Page 33: Summary
SUMMARY If you respect the rules of safe flying and proper harness care, you will enjoy many years of pleasant airtime on your Powerseat Light. 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 34 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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