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  • Page 1 Version 1.01 November 2022 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparation and Pre-Flight Checks ..Flight Characteristics........Recovery Techniques ........Maintenance............Technical Data ..........Materials ............Specifications..........Overview of glider parts......Risers..............Accelerator and brake range....Line Plan............Line length checks........Service record........... Closing words............ Appendix............. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    The EPIC 2 is a safe and fun paraglider for intermediate pilots and above. It is a hybrid wing, which means it can be used for free-flight and for paramotoring. This manual refers to the EPIC 2 MOTOR, which is delivered with paramotor risers with trimmers.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The EPIC 2 MOTOR is a powered paraglider suitable for intermediate pilots. It is DCAG certified for paramotor use. It also has EN / LTF B certification for free flight, when flown within the ‘in-flight weight range for free flight’ with the trimmers in their fully closed (slow) position.
  • Page 5 When using the PPG riser-set, only the brake line lengths should be adjusted. No other changes or modifications should be performed without first consulting your BGD dealer, as they may invalidate the warranty or certification. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 6: Preparation And Pre-Flight Checks

    2. Check that the lines are not twisted or knotted. Divide the suspension lines into six groups, each group coming from one riser. By starting from the harness and running towards the canopy remove any tangles or EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 7 If it touches the ground it can fire objects into the air which could injure people several metres away. Remember there are inherent risks with petrol, oil and volatile or flammable materials. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 8: Flight Characteristics

    Your wing is easy to inflate in light or stronger winds and will quickly rise overhead to the flying position. The best inflation technique is to hold one A-riser in each hand. The easiest take-off is usually obtained with the trimmers fully EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 9 It is important to regularly check the wear on the trimmers and that the system is functioning cleanly with no sticking points. If they are showing signs of wear, the trimmers should be replaced by the pilot. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 10 ‘Active piloting’ is a tool that will help you fly with greater safety and enjoyment. It means flying in empathy with your paraglider, not only guiding it through the air but also being aware of feedback from the wing, especially in thermals EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 11 B-line stall. It is normally better to release the B-risers fairly quickly rather than slowly, as doing so slowly may result in the canopy entering deep stall. Always release the risers symmetrically, as an asymmetric release from a B-line stall may result in the glider entering a spin. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 12 CAUTION: Spiral dives can cause loss of orientation (black-out) and some time is needed to exit this manoeuvre. This manoeuvre must be exited in time and with sufficient height. Do not perform spiral dives with big ears or asymmetric collapses. The high G loading on fewer lines could overload and break the lines. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT: We do not recommend pilots to fly with full accelerator and trimmers fully open at the same time Check the speed system and trimmer components regularly for wear and tear, and ensure they always work smoothly. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 14: Recovery Techniques

    3. The paraglider appears quite well inflated but does not have full internal pressure. It looks and feels a bit limp. Recovery from deep stall is quite simple: the normal method is to simply initiate a mild turn. As the canopy starts to turn EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 15 Your paraglider is very resistant to deflations; however if the canopy collapses on one side due to turbulence, the pilot should first of all control the direction of flight by countering on the opposite brake. Most normal collapses will EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 16 Loss of brakes In the unlikely event of a brake line snapping in flight, or a handle becoming detached, the glider can be flown by gently pulling the rear risers for directional control. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Tears no longer than 100 mm can be repaired in this way providing they are not in a high- stress area. If you have any doubt about the airworthiness of your canopy please contact your dealer or BGD directly. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 18 The manufacturer will only accept responsibility for lines and repairs which we have produced and fitted or repaired by an approved service centre. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 19 3. Line junction: Microlines have an internal reinforcing in them, marked by yellow thread. This must be put on the end where there is a line junction. Sheathed lines have no additional reinforcing. External Reinforcing white thread Internal Reinforcing yellow thread No Reinforcing white thread EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 20 Maintenance 4. The non-reinforced end is marked with white thread and should be attached to the glider tab or the maillon. Not Reinforced Reinforced Reinforced Not Reinforced EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 21 All the lines are connected to other lines or to tabs with lark’s foot junctions. Make sure that these are joined correctly with an interlocked junction and not a looped junction. Interlocked junction – correct Looped junction – incorrect Interlocked junction – correct Looped junction – incorrect EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 22 Our sport takes place in the natural environment, and we should do everything to preserve our environment. A glider is basically made of nylon, synthetic fibres and metal. At the end of your paraglider’s life, please remove all metal parts and put the different materials in an appropriate waste/recycling plant. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 23: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Materials The EPIC 2 MOTOR is made from the following quality materials: Sail Top surface Porcher Skytex 38g/m Bottom surface: Porcher Skytex 38g/m (LE) / Porcher Eazyfly 40g/m All ribs Porcher Skytex 40g/m hard white CS straps...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    65 - 125 75 - 125 85 - 138 100 - 150 Free flight (EN / LTF B) weight range (kg) 55 - 75 65 - 85 75 - 95 85 - 110 100 - 125 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 25: Overview Of Glider Parts

    Technical data Overview of glider parts Cell openings Leading edge Trailing edge Upper lines Mid lines Brake lines Lower lines Risers Paramotor EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 26 Technical data EPIC 2 Motor Risers A’ Brake-line pulley Brake swivel Limiter +45mm Brake handle Neoprene cover over cleats Trimmer +60mm Accelerator system EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 27: Accelerator And Brake Range

    Length are in millimetres. The actual measured riser length must be no more than 5mm different to the value in the table. S, M, ML, L Baby A Trim slow Accelerated Accelerator Length 120 between end of pulleys Trim slow Accelerated Accelerator Length 120 between end of pulleys Brake range In millimetres, at maximum all-up weight. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 28: Line Plan

    Technical data Line Plan EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 29: Line Length Checks

    The difference in line lengths between the manual and the sample may be no more than 10mm. The measured lengths are in the appendix. EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 30 Bridle check 2404 1995 1349 1415 Single line lengths 2381 1987 1378 1431 1197 AMU1 1471 BMU1 1198 1089 1123 2441 2096 1155 4263 4898 3469 4207 2754 3154 3085 4180 2082 1131 2181 2710 2567 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 31 Bridle check 2514 2086 1411 1480 Single line lengths 2491 2080 1442 1499 1250 AMU1 1539 BMU1 1262 1157 1178 2554 2193 1208 4488 5148 3655 4426 2810 3325 3255 4400 2194 1183 2300 2863 2720 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 32 2620 2166 1472 1548 Single line lengths 2597 2161 1502 1564 1301 AMU1 1596 BMU1 1323 1210 1230 2652 2269 1245 4680 5398 3840 4638 2940 3486 3424 4602 2303 1230 1017 2415 3014 2846 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 33 2721 2257 1526 1602 Single line lengths 2696 2252 1562 1624 1353 AMU1 1666 BMU1 1374 1270 1278 2766 2375 1309 4909 5616 4004 4839 3064 3645 3572 4813 2405 1279 1073 2519 3148 2936 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 34 2337 1581 1659 Single line lengths 2794 2333 1619 1683 1402 AMU1 1727 BMU1 1424 1316 1325 2867 2461 1356 1019 5107 5837 4169 5034 3273 3797 3722 5009 2504 1325 1112 2624 3283 3053 EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 35: Service Record

    Stamp / Signature flights flights Type of Service Type of Service Notes Notes Service No 5 Service No 6 Date Stamp / Signature Date Stamp / Signature flights flights Type of Service Type of Service Notes Notes EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 36 Service book Owner Record Pilot No 1 First name Family name Street City Post code Country Telephone Email EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...
  • Page 37 Service book Owner Record Pilot No 2 First name Family name Street City Post code Country Telephone Email EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 38: Closing Words

    Always use good equipment and an approved helmet. See you in the sky! BGD GmbH Am Gewerbepark 11, 9413 St. Gertraud, Austria Tel: +43 (0) 4352 20477 e-mail: sales@flybgd.com www.flybgd.com EPIC 2 MOTOR-manual-EN-1-01 November 2022...

  • Page 39: Appendix

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