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- Page 1 The provision of this book does not give any claim to the trademarks, trade names and other intellectual property contained therein. © 1995-2023 UP International Version 1.0 Valid from 03/2023...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................... 1 WELCOME TO UP ..................... 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................4 BEHAVIOR COMPATIBLE WITH NATURE AND THE LANDSCAPE ...... 5 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ..................5 ......................5 NTENDED USE ..................5 CLASSIFICATION ..........5 ARGET GROUP AND RECOMMENDED FLIGHT EXPERIENCE ................ - Page 3 ........................ 17 URNING ....................17 RISER CONTROL ......................... 17 ANDING ....................... 17 INCH TOWING Latch attachment for paraglider towing ............. 18 FLIGHT SAFETY ..................... 18 ............. 19 LYING IN THERMALS AND TURBULENT CONDITIONS ......................19 ESCENT AIDS Steep spiral ....................... 19 B-Stall .......................
- Page 4 Warranty in D-A-CH ..................30 International UP Guarantee ................30 ................... 30 TESTING OF NEW DEVICES ..........31 ENDING IN THE GLIDER AND OTHER PRODUCTS ....................... 31 ISPOSAL ..................... 31 LOSING WORDS APPENDIX ....................... 32 ........................ 32 INE MAP ....................33...
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Page 5: Welcome To Up
Have fun and enjoy your UP Summit X - Your UP International Team Safety instructions Please read this manual before your first flight with the UP Summit X. It will help you to become familiar with your new glider. This will help you to become familiar with your new glider. -
Page 6: Behavior Compatible With Nature And The Landscape
For further details on the construction and dimensions of the UP Summit X, including the dimensions of the lines, please refer to the type certificate of the certification authority or this manual. Possible technical changes can be found in the appendix to this manual or on our website. -
Page 7: Requirements In Normal Flight
The UP Summit X is not suitable for training. Tandem and paramotor certification The UP Summit X is certified as a solo paraglider. A suspension is only provided for a harness. The UP Summit X does not have paramotor certification. There are no trimmers on the riser. -
Page 8: Operating Limits
Pilots who prefer a high wing loading will fly the UP Summit X in the upper weight range. This will make your Summit X a bit faster and more dynamic. -
Page 9: Technical Data Of The Up Summitx
Technical data of the UP Summit X Size Surface area flat [m²] 21,2 23,1 25,1 26,6 Surface area projected [m²] 18,0 19,6 21,3 22,6 Flat span [m] 11,2 11,7 12,1 12,5 Projected span [m] 10,0 10,2 Flat aspect ratio Projected aspect ratio Number of Chambers Total line length incl. -
Page 10: Construction
Construction The Summit X is the ideal wing for pilots who prefer the performance of a wing in the high-end C-range. The optimal combination of safety and performance is achieved with the Summit X by using our completely revised profile (NGA - new generation air foil) -
Page 11: Line Material
Carrying straps The new risers of the Summit X are delivered in different lengths for S, SM and for M, L respectively. This improves the ergonomics of the different sizes and thus facilitates in particular manoeuvres such as launch, ears on, B-stall, etc.. It also optimizes the accelerator travel for different glider sizes. - Page 12 S accel. M accel. L accel. Riser length [mm] accel. A I, II A III 502,5 517,5 547,5 547,5 B I, II, III, STI C I,II, III Accelerator travel (pulley on pulley) Figure 3: UP Summit X risers...
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Page 13: Accessories
When shortening the brake setting, special care must be taken to ensure that the UP Summit X is not slowed down in trim flight and accelerated by brake lines that are too short. In addition to a deterioration of performance and take-off characteristics, safety problems can also occur with severely shortened brakes. -
Page 14: Acceleration System
Suitable harnesses The UP Summit X can be used with all certified harnesses with a suspension point at about chest height. The lower the suspension point of the harness, the easier it is to control the UP Summit X by shifting your weight. -
Page 15: Harness Dimensions At Certification
Any use not in accordance with the intended use is not permitted. Aerobatics The UP Summit X has not been built and tested for aerobatics. It is not suitable and certified for this purpose. WARNING! Performing aerobatics with the UP Summit X puts your life in danger. -
Page 16: Flight Practice
The paraglider should be laid out in an arc so that when it is pulled up with the centre A-risers (red), the lines in the centre of the glider are tensioned slightly earlier than those at the wing ends. -
Page 17: Speed Control
The best glide speed in calm air is achieved with the Summit X in unbraked condition. If the brake lines are tightened on both sides by about 10 to 15 centimetres, the glider is in the range of the lowest sink rate. -
Page 18: Turning
If it is necessary to turn the UP Summit X in a very tight space, it is recommended to control the pre-braked glider by releasing the outside brake line and pulling the inside brake line sensitively (opposite movement of the brake lines). -
Page 19: Latch Attachment For Paraglider Towing
• The UP Summit X must not be towed with a towline tension of more than 90 daN. • All persons and equipment involved in winch operation must be in possession of the correspondingly prescribed certificates of competence or approvals in order to be able to guarantee safe towing operation. -
Page 20: Flying In Thermals And Turbulent Conditions
Flying in thermals and turbulent conditions In turbulent air the UP Summit X should be flown with a light brake line pull. This will increase the angle of attack and thus canopy stability. When flying in strong thermals or in broken thermals, make sure that the paraglider canopy does not lag behind the pilot. -
Page 21: B-Stall
No extreme flight manoeuvres may be flown in this configuration! If the UP Summit X is flown in the area of the lower weight limit, the canopy may enter a deep stall if the outer wings are folded in a very large area and the glider is braked. -
Page 22: Extreme Flight Maneuvres
Extreme flight maneuvres Behavior in extreme flight situations Although the UP Summit X has very high aerodynamic stability, it is possible to get into an extreme flight situation due to turbulence or pilot error. The proven best method in such a case to be able to react calmly and correctly is to attend a safety training course. -
Page 23: Front Stable
A negative angle of attack caused by turbulence or the pilot pulling down the A-risers on both sides will cause a frontal stall of the leading edge. The UP Summit X normally terminates a front stall quickly and independently. Short, even, light symmetrical braking on both sides can assist the reopening. -
Page 24: Spin
An impulsive, large-scale collapse of the canopy is possible. CAUTION! Reaching the minimum speed is indicated by a noticeable decrease of the driving noise and an increase of the control forces. Up to this point, the glider can be started by simply releasing the brakes. -
Page 25: Advertising And Adhesive Sail
Extreme flight manoeuvres such as strong spiral dives as well as acro and freestyle manoeuvres such as SAT or tumbling normally do not pose an acute danger to the structure of the UP Summit X. However, frequent overloading of the material will accelerate the aging process considerably. Gliders that are loaded beyond normal levels with these manoeuvres must be sent for re-testing sooner. -
Page 26: Care Of The Paraglider
During production of the UP Summit X, the coated side of the fabric is placed on the inside. This way the coating, which is crucial for the characteristics of the cloth, is well protected from mechanical damage. -
Page 27: Paraglider Lines
If the paraglider has become damp or wet, it should be dried as quickly as possible in a well-ventilated place (but never in the sun!). If it remains wrapped up damp, this can lead to the formation of mold and - especially in heat - to a decomposition of the fibres! A brand new glider is often heavily compressed upon delivery. -
Page 28: Cleaning
Maintenance and minor repairs Adhesive sail Small damages like cracks or small holes up to a size of 2 x 2 cm, which can be done without special equipment, may be done by the pilot himself. For this purpose, each... -
Page 29: Airworthiness Review
Expertise To ensure that your UP Summit X always offers the highest level of functionality and safety, you should commission UP International with its maintenance and repair. Our service staff has been extensively trained to perform any work on your glider professionally and correctly. -
Page 30: Original Parts
UP Service Team or a recognized service company. You can find a list of these approved service centers in the Service section under www.up-paragliders.com ATTENTION: If your UP paraglider is not serviced and checked by a recognized service company or by UP International GmbH, its operating... -
Page 31: Warranty In D-A-Ch
The UP International warranty covers material and manufacturing defects and is valid for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery of the new glider. The international UP warranty includes the reimbursement of the costs for necessary spare parts and the... -
Page 32: Sending In The Up Glider And Other Up Products
You can also send it back to us for disposal. Closing words UP wishes you a lot of fun and wonderful accident-free flights with your UP Summit X. See you UP in the sky - Your UP International Team... -
Page 33: Appendix
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Page 34: Total Line Lengths
Total Line lengths Line Summit X L Summit X M Summit X SM 7156 6805 6538 7107 6763 6498 7036 6723 6459 7039 6739 6474 6934 6677 6413 6876 6628 6366 6770 6546 6287 6762 6545 6286 6570 6369 6116... - Page 35 Line Summit X L Summit X M Summit X SM 6915 6679 6417 6816 6604 6345 6842 6636 6375 6550 6333 6078 6430 6249 5998 7271 6937 6663 7215 6886 6615 7155 6859 6587 7171 6885 6612 7072 6824 6554...
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Page 36: Single Line Lengths Summitx L
Single line lengths Summit X L Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 8000U-070 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050... - Page 37 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 2152 200 DC120 2109 200 DC100 1955 200 DC100 1912 200 DC100 130 8000U-070 bc10 130 8000U-050 1625 130 8000U-050 Bmain1 4075 260 8001-230 Blue Bmain2 4178...
- Page 38 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural 130 Natural br10 130 Natural br11 130 Natural br12 130 Natural 1533...
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Page 39: Single Line Lengths Summitx M
Single line lengths Summit X M Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 8000U-070 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050... - Page 40 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 2089 200 DC120 2048 200 DC100 1898 200 DC100 1856 200 DC100 130 8000U-070 bc10 130 8000U-050 1578 130 8000U-050 Bmain1 3956 260 8001-230 Blue Bmain2 4056...
- Page 41 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural...
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Page 42: Single Line Lengths Summitx Sm
Single line lengths Summit X SM Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 DC60 130 8000U-070 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050... - Page 43 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 2005 200 DC120 1966 200 DC100 1822 200 DC100 1782 200 DC100 130 8000U-070 bc10 130 8000U-050 1515 130 8000U-050 Bmain1 3797 260 8001-230 Blue Bmain2 3893...
- Page 44 Line Length Loops Material Color Protection Loop Maillon 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural 130 8000U-050 Natural...
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Page 45: Service Booklet
Service booklet Glider and pilot data Model: Summit X S SM M L Size: Serial number: _______________________________________________________ Color: ______________________________________________________________ Date of purchase: ____________________________________________________ First flight: __________________________________________________________ Dealer stamp and signature Pilot (1st holder) First name: __________________________________________________________... - Page 46 Pilot (2nd holder) First name: __________________________________________________________ Last name: __________________________________________________________ Street: _____________________________________________________________ Residence: __________________________________________________________ ZIP CODE: __________________________________________________________ Country: ____________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________________________________ Fax: _______________________________________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________ Pilot (3rd holder) First name: __________________________________________________________ Last name: __________________________________________________________ Street: _____________________________________________________________ Residence: __________________________________________________________ ZIP CODE: __________________________________________________________ Country: ____________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________________________________ Fax: _______________________________________________________________...
- Page 47 Please make sure that your UP service center stamps and signs after each inspection. Service 1 Order no. Executed on __________________________________ Stamp Type of service Service 2 Order no. Executed on __________________________________ Stamp Type of service Service 3 Order no.
- Page 48 Please make sure that your UP service center stamps and signs after each inspection. Service 4 Order no. Executed on __________________________________ Stamp Type of service Service 5 Order no. Executed on __________________________________ Stamp Type of service Service 6 Order no.