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  • Page 3 We remind you that all our products are the result of meticulous research in constant collaboration with pilots from all over the world. That’s why your opinion is so important. Your experience and collaboration help us constantly improve our harnesses, to always get the best out of every Woody Valley creation.
  • Page 4 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual MANUFACTURER INFORMATION: WOODY VALLEY s.r.l. via Linz, 23 - 38121 Trento - ITALY Tel +39 0461 950811 Web: www.woodyvalley.eu E-mail: info@woodyvalley.com DATA CONTAINED ON THE HARNESS LABELS Manufacturer information Reseller-distributor information Date of sale of the...
  • Page 5 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual THANK YOU We would like to thank you for choosing a Woody Valley product. We invite you to carefully read this important document, the harness user manual and to take special account of the two most important paragraphs concer- ning: INSERTING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    1.2 - Protection and safety 1.3 - S.O.S label 2 - BEFORE USING 2.0.1 - Assembling the dorsal protection for EXENSE 2.1 - Reserve parachute 2.1.1- Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag 2.1.2- Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness 2.1.3- Inserting the reserve parachute...

  • Page 7: 1- General Information

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION This manual is an integral part of the EXENSE / EXENSE AIR harness and should be stored in a safe place for future reference. For further information, please contact your reseller or Woody Valley di- rectly.

  • Page 8: Concept

    EXENSE is made in two versions, EXENSE (with foam protection) and EXEN- SE AIR (with Airbag protection). EXENSE / EXENSE AIR is a product that was developed wholly by Woody Val- ley to meet the demands specifically expressed by our pilots. This harness...
  • Page 9 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual Harness Impact Pad Report Harness Impact Pad Report Inspection certificate number: PH_353.2022 Inspection certificate number: PH_354.2022 Manufacturer data: Sample data: Manufacturer data: Sample data: Woody Valley srl Woody Valley srl Manufacturer name: Name impact pad:...

  • Page 10: S.o.s Label

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 1.3- S.O.S. label This label, coloured red with white lettering, is readily visible in a pocket on the right shoulder-strap padding. It is easy to pull out, and it is fastened to the harness to prevent it from being lost. On the back of this label, you can write the information that you think should be given to rescue personnel in case of accident.

  • Page 11: Before Using

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 2- BEFORE USING EXENSE / EXENSE AIR must be assembled by a qualified paragliding pro- fessional, such as your instructor. More specifically, great care has to be dedicated to inserting the reserve parachute into the harness in the correct way.

  • Page 12: Reserve Parachute

    No other type of handle can be used. 2.1.1- Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag EXENSE / EXENSE AIR is supplied with a handle for reserve parachute ex- traction. It is identified with the number 6; this handle alone should be used for this purpose.

  • Page 13: 2- Connecting The Reserve Parachute To The Harness

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 2.1.2- Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness There are three different methods for attaching the reserve parachute bri- dle to the harness bridle. First system: Use a screw-lock snap-hook with a breaking strength of at least 2,400 kg. In...
  • Page 14 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual Third system: If you are using a reserve parachute with a double-riser bridle, it can be connected to the harness using the two loops positioned at the base of the harness bridle, near the padded shoulder straps. In this case, the harness’s...

  • Page 15: 3- Inserting The Reserve Parachute

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 2.1.3- Inserting the reserve parachute Insert the parachute in the harness container with the handle visible to- wards the outside and with the ropes facing downward. Position the handle in its specific place and ensure that the Velcro sewn on the handle attaches to the Velcro on the harness.

  • Page 16: Compatible Reserve Parachutes

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual ATTENTION: Each new combination of reserve parachute and harness that is assembled for the first time must be inspected by an official harness or reserve chute dealer or a flight instructor to verify that it can be effectively deployed.

  • Page 17: Extracting The Reserve Parachute

    “parachute landing fall” to minimise the risk of injury. 2.2 - Harness adjustments EXENSE / EXENSE AIR offers the option of adjusting the back inclination, the chest width and the shoulder height in order to guarantee an optimum pilot position. Some time is needed to find this optimum position, but the time spent will be well rewarded in exceptional flying comfort.

  • Page 18: Back Adjustment

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual Back position adjustment Section 2.2.1 Shoulder-pad adjustment Section 2.2.2 Chest strap adjustment Section 2.2.3 Leg strap adjustment Section 2.2.4 2.2.1 - Back adjustment This adjustment lets you select the inclination of the torso with respect to the vertical flight axis.
  • Page 19 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 2.2.3- Chest strap adjustment The chest strap controls the distance between the two snap-hooks, which can vary from 37 to 48 centimetres. For the first flight, we suggest setting the chest strap to around 40-42 cm and then locating the preferred length in flight by means of gradual adjustment.

  • Page 20: 3- Flying With Exense

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 3- FLYING WITH EXENSE / EXENSE AIR 3.1- Preflight checks For maximum safety, use a complete and consistent system of pre-flight checks and repeat the same mental sequence every flight. Check that: - The reserve parachute handle is fastened in its correct position, and the pins are firmly inserted.

  • Page 21: Pockets

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 3.2- Pockets EXENSE / EXENSE AIRBAG has a large dorsal storage space and small late- ral pockets, designed so their contents cannot fall out during flight even it the pockets are open. The pockets are placed on the sides of the harness.

  • Page 22: Landing With Exense/ Exense Air

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 3.6- Landing with EXENSE / EXENSE AIR Before landing, slide your legs out and off the seat surface, so that you take up a standing position. Never land in the seated position; it is very dange- rous for your back even if you have foam dorsal protection, which provides exclusively passive protection.

  • Page 23: 5- Characteristics And Installation Of Optional Equipment

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 5- CHARACTERISTICS AND INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 5.1- Installation and adjustment of the speed system After having adjusted the sitting position to the optimum configuration, the accelerator must be adjusted. This harness is compatible with all nor- mal types of speed-system accelerators.

  • Page 24: Cockpit And Front Ballast Assembly

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 5.2- Cockpit and front ballast assembly On all our harnesses, a special front container can be fitted, complete with ballast, map case and instrument panel. The only exceptions are harnesses with a front-mounted reserve parachute, or in which the cockpit has been integrated into the structure of the harness itself.

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Repair

    The harness can be washed using a tepid solution of water and mild soap. 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 26: Warranty

    ID code and a detailed description of the detected problem. To restore the defective product, you will need to send it to WOODY VALLEY or parties authorised by them. WOODY VALLEY reserves the right to decide the best method for restoring the harness (repair, replacement of parts or of the product).
  • Page 27 EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 8- CERTIFICATES OF APPROVAL...

  • Page 28: Technical Data

    EXENSE & EXENSE AIR- user manual 9- TECHNICAL DATA Distance between karabiner and Size M cm 38; L cm 40; XL cm 42,5 seat Distance between karabiners (min. Size M cm 36/50; L cm 38/54; XL cm max.) 38/54 Total weight EXENSE L size...

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