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- Page 1 Owners Manual Cruiser 5 Version 1.0 Stand 17.09.2024 Fly market GmbH & Co. KG Am Schönebach 3 D-87637 Eisenberg Tel.: +49 (0) 8364 9833-0 Fax: +49 (0) 8364 9833-33 Email: info@Independence.aero...
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Page 2: Technical Drawing
Technical Drawing: Upper Surface Trailing Edge Lower Surface Leading Edge Wingtip Stabilo Line Riser Lines Main Brake Line Riser Brake Handle Main Hangpoint to Harness Carabiner... -
Page 3: Dear Independence Pilot
Like every paraglider, the Cruiser 5 also has its own character and wants to be flown in its own way. In order to give you the greatest flying pleasure, we have created the following operating manual. - Page 4 The coating makes the fabric water-repellent, UV-resistant and impermeable to air. The Cruiser 5 consists of 38 cells. The wing tip (stabiliser) is pulled downwards and seamlessly integrated into the canopy.
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Page 5: Technical Data
Functionality and handling: Before take-off, the brummel hooks are hooked into the brummel hook of the acceleration system of the harness's foot accelerator. Make sure that the suspended accelerator is running freely.The length of the foot accelerator must be set correctly before using it for the first time. This is done best in the simulator. The length is set correctly if the accelerator rope still has some slack and is not under tension when the accelerator is not in use. -
Page 6: Flight Operation
(see harness manual). If a defect is found, do not take off under any circumstances! The Cruiser 5 can best be started if it is laid out in an arch. When laying out, the canopy must be laid out against the wind. - Page 7 9.3. Straight flight: The Cruiser 5 has a trim speed of 37 to 39 km/h depending on the wing load with fully released steering lines. In calm air the Cruiser 5 reaches the minimum flying speed (depending on the wing load) with about 55 to 60cm brake line pull.
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Page 8: Accelerated Flight
9.7. Landing: The Cruiser 5 is easy to land. In the final glide against the wind the wing can be let out slightly braked. At a height of approx. 1 m above ground, the angle of attack is raised and intercepted by an increased braking level. The time of landing should coincide with the full use of the brakes. -
Page 9: Winch Towing
If the side collapse is not actively counteracted, the Cruiser 5 usually opens automatically within less than half a turn. If the canopy does not open automatically due to the strong turbulence or other influences (entangled lines), the paraglider will turn into a spiral dive. -
Page 10: Front Stall
In this case it is absolutely necessary to release the steering lines! If the canopy and lines are in good condition, the Cruiser 5 will automatically pick up speed again within 2 to 3 seconds. If, for whatever reason, this is not the case, the A-risers must be pushed forward or the acceleration system must be activated. -
Page 11: Emergency Steering
The spiral dive is initiated by carefully pulling the brake line on one side and shifting the weight to the inside of the turn. Due to the direct handling, the Cruiser 5 quickly takes on a high bank angle and flies a steep turn. As soon as the wing is in front of the pilot (nose up), an impulse is created which the pilot should follow by shifting his weight to the outside of the turn. - Page 12 The condition of your paraglider affects your life in the air. A well maintained glider can last twice its age. To ensure that the Cruiser 5 will carry its pilot safely through the air for as long as possible, please consider the following points:...
- Page 13 Maintenance: ! The Cruiser 5 must be inspected by a qualified workshop or the manufacturer at least every two years or every 100 hours of operation. ! A line measurement should be made every 20 hours of flight and compared with the data sheet.
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Page 14: Line Lengths
- because there is not enough load on the lines to stretch them during flight. There is almost nothing that can be done about this from a technical point of view. The Cruiser 5 is equipped with a slightly faster trim (+mm to C) to avoid this shortening. - Page 15 16.1. Single line length Cruiser 5 XS - 22 A Riser 373.5 A Riser B Riser* 70.5 66.5 Baby A Riser 65.5 176.5 372.5 B Riser B Riser 47.5 330.5 43.5 196.5 B Riser 64.5 61.5 176.5 60.5 48.5 45.5 41.5...
- Page 16 16.3. Single line length Cruiser 5 M - 26,5 406.5 A Riser 411.5 A Riser 405.5 B Riser* 225.5 224.5 364.5 77.5 73.5 Baby A Riser 194.5 406.5 410.5 58.5 B Riser 52.5 B Riser 216.5 B Riser 67.5 66.5 70.5...
- Page 17 Lengths measured from attachment point of riser to lower sail, brake lines to end of main steering line; under 50 N tension. 17.1. Overall line length Cruiser 5 XS - 22 in mm 6270...
- Page 18 17.2. Overall line length Cruiser 5 S - 24 in mm 6530 6520 6590 6555 6540 6565 6505 6450 6335 6285 5975 5750 6445 6440 6520 6485 6475 6515 6455 6395 6300 6255 5945 5795 6520 6515 6570 6550 6535...
- Page 19 18. Cruiser 5 Inspection Instructions The purpose of this inspection instruction is to ensure the flight safety of the paraglider to be inspected. In Germany it is legally based on the German Aircraft Inspection Regulations (LuftGerPV) and represents the minimum technical requirements for equipment and scope of inspection.
- Page 20 Previous inspection reports (for further inspections only) Maintenance and calibration records for the measuring instruments Manufacturer's instructions for rectifying defects Airworthiness Directive if applicable 18.5. Test equipment The test equipment to be used for the individual test shall be the equipment listed below: Air permeability measuring device (porosimeter): JDC or equivalent Length measuring device: steel tape or laser measuring device Strength measuring device for lines according to EN926/1, 4.6.3: electronic measurement with minimum...
- Page 21 565-20 for the type test: For the Cruiser 5, the lines are made from high strength Dyneema and Aramide. This means that a breakage test after the first 24 months can be omitted if the paraglider is in good overall condition in favour of uniform length ageing.
- Page 22 Inspection of the air permeability of the cloth: Porosity is measured at a minimum of 5 points using a suitable porosimeter. The measuring points are distributed across the wing span approximately 20-30 cm behind the leading edge. At least 2 measuring points must be in the middle third of the canopy.
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