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- Page 1 RADICAL 4 SUPAIR SAS PARC ALTAÏS 34 RUE ADRASTÉE 74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD User’s manual FRANCE RCS 387956790 Revision index : V2 25/02/2022 Copyright ©, All rights reserved...
- Page 2 User’s manual | RADICAL 4 hank you for choosing the RADICAL 4. We are glad to be able to share our common paragliding passion with you. SUPAIR has been designing, producing and selling free flying equipment since 1984. By choosing a SUPAIR product you benefit from almost 40 years of expertise, innovation and listening.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Gear packing and tips Warrantly Adjustments Disclaimer The various adjustments Pilot’s gear Adjusting the harness Shock absorber Wing/harness connection In case of incident Inflight behavior Service book Flight phases Pre-Flight check Take-off In flight SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 3... -
Page 4: Introduction
Welcome to the world of paragliding according to SUPAIR, a world of shared passion. The RADICAL 4 is the harness for pilots who are passionate about mountain flights. The design and the choice of materials have been thought with the objective of longevity and quality. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
Impact damping system AIRBAG OPTIONAL Certification Yes: EN1651 Harness certification+ bag-airbag Yes: EN1651 & LTF Tandem (Pilot or Passenger) Towing Quick-out carabiners compatibility Aerobatics Reserve parachute pocket volume (litre) 2,9 à 4,75 L SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 5... -
Page 6: Sizes Choice
Choosing your harness size is important. You will find here below a height/weight table that will help you in your size choice. we advise you to try out the harness under a hanging device at one of our retailers in order to choose the correct size. For a complete list of our retailers, please click here : www.supair.com SIZE... -
Page 7: Nomenclature
( Ref : PROSACAIRBAGR4S PROSACAIRBAGR4M PROSACAIRBAGR4L ) Olys pocket ( T1 ou T2 ) ( Ref : PPVCOLYST1 PPVCOLYST2 ) Speed-bar Light 2B (réf. : ACCELSOUPLELIGHT) Riser Solo Dyneema ( ref : ELESOLODYNEEMA ) SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 7... - Page 8 Take-weight under 120kg. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 8...
- Page 9 Storage / Cleaning / Maintenance Storage Continuous storage temperature approx. -10 °C to +30 °C, dry and protected from daylight. No contact with chemicals (Caution: Battery acid!) or corrosives substances. Cleaning / Maintenance Clean contaminated products in hand-warm SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 9...
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Page 10: Harness Overview
User’s manual | RADICAL 4 HARNESS OVERVIEW Chest strap Paragliding main hooking points Pulleys for speedsystem Pulleys for speedsystem Reserve parachute hooking points Shoulder strap adjustment stick holders Backrest angle adjustment Back storage pocket SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 10... -
Page 11: Accessories Assembly
When the AIRBAG module is installed, the airbag strap must be placed Repeat for the other side. between the lumbar strap and the main strap. WITHOUT MODULE AIRBAG WITH MODULE AIRBAG SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 11... -
Page 12: Speed-Bar
Be careful, make sure the speedbar is not set too short. It could be dangerous. When you are not using the speedbar, the line should not be under tension at your risers. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 12... -
Page 13: Airbag Module
User’s manual | RADICAL 4 ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY REVERSIBLE MODULE AIRBAG Zip the removable module to the harness using the black zip. Check that the zip is completely closed. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 13... - Page 14 Put the sidewall in the carabiner between the lumbar strap and the main strap (both sides) Attach the front of the airbag with the two aluminium hooks and cover the buckle with the protective sleeve. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 14...
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Page 15: Installing The Reserve Parachute
• Parachute pocket closed by zip and locked by cable • Volume from 2.9L to 4.75L • Suitable for SUPAIR SHINE and FLUID LIGHT rescue parachutes as well as other solo parachutes • A POD + Handle is dedicated to the parachute bag of the RADICALE 4. - Page 16 User’s manual | RADICAL 4 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Installation of the parachute in the POD SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 16...
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Page 17: Parachute Connection- Harness
Rapide® through the - Check that the riser tion for the second square Maillon Rapi- attachment point. does not move. attachment point. de®. - Pass the O-ring through the Maillon Rapide® - Make a twist SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 17... - Page 18 - Pass the riser through hand through the Maillon the link. Rapide® - Finalize the closing with a pair of pli- ers by making 1/4 turn. - Twist. - Repeat the operation for the second riser. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 18...
- Page 19 User’s manual | RADICAL 4 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Place the risers inside the sleeve - Make them stand out. Place the risers inside their guiding/protec- tive sleeve connected alongside the harness. Risers mustn’t be too stretched. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 19...
- Page 20 Tidy up the assembly. - Be certain for the riser end loops to be securely fastened. - Close the Maillon Rapide® tightly by hand. - Tighten using pliers and making a ¼ turn. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 20...
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Page 21: Installing The Reserve Parachute In The Container
We do not accept any responsability for any other use. Insert the parachute and its POD into the rescue container. The lines should be positioned downwards. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 21... - Page 22 Installing the reserve parachute in its integrated container of the Airbag Module Open the zip of the riser sleeve and the zip of the rescue container. Pass the folding rod through the loop 1. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 22...
- Page 23 Installing the reserve parachute in its integrated container of the Airbag Module Using the folding rod, pass the loop 1 through the eyelet 1. - Pass the first rush of the handle through the loop 1 to lock it. - Remove the folding rod. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 23...
- Page 24 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Installing the reserve parachute in its integrated container of the Airbag Module Pass the folding rod through the loop number #2 Using the rod, pass the loop 2 through the eyelet 2. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 24...
- Page 25 - Pass the second rod of the handle through the loop 2 to lock it. Make sure that the ZIP cursors are at the stop and close the ZIP of the - Remove the folding rod risers sleeves and the ZIP of the container. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 25...
- Page 26 6 months. Note : Conducting and extraction test does not imply deploying the reserve parachute which will stay inside its POD. Insert the two extremities of the handle into the slots provided. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 26...
- Page 27 User’s manual | RADICAL 4 INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE Installing the ventral parachute On the RADICAL 4 without Airbag module, it is possible to install a ventral reserve parachute. To this end : - Attach the handle to the POD...
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Page 28: Gear Packing And Tips
User’s manual | RADICAL 4 PACKING AND TIPS Back pocket storage Fastener for parachute pocket closure aid Stick holder Handle without strap for parachute pocket lock Risers fastener SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 28... - Page 29 User’s manual | RADICAL 4 PACKING AND TIPS Stick holder Pockets for SUPAIR flask on the shoulder straps Storage pocket on the front of the bag Zipped pocket + Folding Removable belt pocket on shoulder strap SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 29...
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Page 30: Adjustments
Important : We advise you to check your harness in static hang-posts to adjust it before your first flight The various adjustments. Adjusting the chest strap Adjusting the backrest Adjusting the shoulder straps SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 30... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Harness
The pressure on the shoulder straps contributes to general comfort in flight. It must be pre- cise: not too tight nor too loose. The upper area of the straps must offer enough support to maintain your torso in a comfortable position. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 31... -
Page 32: Wing/Harness Connection
Once the accelerator/speedbar is connected, adjust its length according to your measurements. For correct use, there must not be any tension at the split-hook level when the accelerator/speedbar line is fully relaxed. Self-locking carabiners Harness Flight direction SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 32... -
Page 33: Inflight Behavior
To discover your new harness, we advise you to make your first flights in calm conditions on a site you are used to. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 33... -
Page 34: Flight Phases
After a thorough weather conditions analysis, when the decision to fly has been taken, put your harness. Takeoff maintaining a vertical posture and push yourself inside the harness but only once away from the ridge. Do not release your hands from the brakes when you are close to terrain. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 34... -
Page 35: In Flight
User’s manual | RADICAL 4 FLIGHT PHASES In flight Once up in the air, the RADICAL 4 behaviour is stable and instinctive. Please set the distance between the two carabiners according to aerology and to the wing manufacturer’s recommendations. Speedbar use We recommend a cautious speed-bar use due to the increased risk of major partial or full frontal collapses. -
Page 36: Using The Reserve Parachute
- Ascertain parachute deployment functionality by pulling the handle to activate a clean POD extraction sequence - Inspect the harness for wear and tear Annual check : An annual deployment and repacking of the reserves parachutes must be conducted by competent and certified personnel. SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 36... -
Page 37: Maintenance
• Buckles and carabiners ( functionality, wear and tear ). The threads and fabric used for the manufacturing of the RADICAL 4 were specifically selected for their quality and resilience levels. Howe- ver, in particular instances such as long term UV exposure, abrasion, contact with damaging chemicals, general wear and tear, the harness will need to be inspected at a professional certified repair facility. -
Page 38: Repairs
We have minimized our manufacturing footprint by carefully selecting environmentally friendly materials; most of our components are recyclable. If you estimate that your RADICAL 4 has reached the end of it life span, you can separate plastics from metals and recycle them according to your community rules in effect. -
Page 39: Warrantly
WARRANTY SUPAIR takes the greatest care in its products design and manufacturing and hence offers a five (5) year limited warranty from the date of purchase against manufacturing defects or flaws occurring during normal use. Any damage or degradation resulting from incorrect or abusive use, abnormal exposure to aggressive factors, including, but not limited to;... -
Page 40: Shock Absorber
Entretien / Maintenance : 30°C If your BUMPAIR is damaged, have it inspected and repaired at a professional qualified facility or contact us at sav@supair.com The test results and the EU declaration of conformity can be found at: www.supair.com SUPAIR... -
Page 41: In Case Of Incident
IN CASE OF AN INCIDENT Call for help after an accident Emergency call numbers EUROPE / INDIA Help needed? USA / CANADA CHINA / JAPAN NEPAL IRAN AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND Flashlight SOS : SUPAIR | RADICAL 4 | page 41... -
Page 42: Service Book
User’s manual | RADICAL 4 SERVICE BOOK This page will help you keep record of your RADICAL 4 scheduled maintenance. Care Care Purchase date Resale Resale Owner’s name : Date Date Name and stamp of the shop : Workshop’s name/ Buyer’s name Workshop’s name/ Buyer’s name... - Page 43 SUPAIR-VLD Parc Altaïs 34 rue Adrastée 74650 Chavanod, Annecy FRANCE info@supair.com +33(0)4 50 45 75 29 RCS 387956790...
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