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  • Page 1 Pilots Manual Volution Micro Volution Compact Volution Macro...
  • Page 2 YOU MUST READ THIS MANUAL AND AGREE TO THE CONDITIONS OF USE BEFORE USING YOUR PARAJET VOLUTION Bear in mind that you will use the Parajet Volution and paraglider at your own risk. Due to the inherent risk in flying the Volution or any motorized paraglider, no guarantee of any kind can be made against accidents, bodily injury and/or death.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    15. Carburetor Adjustment 16. Carburetor Adjustment (continued) 17. Carburetor Adjustment (continued) 18. Engine Running-in Procedure 19. Parajet Volution Specifications 20. Maintenance Schedule 21. Trouble Shooting 22. Storage for a Long Period and Use Thereafter WARNING!!! Use of the powered paraglider is at your own risk.

  • Page 5: Pre-Flight Checks

    PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS (every 5 – 10 hours of flying) Frame/ Prop Check for loose bolts/nuts or cracks Guard Harness Check all belts, material for tears, worn or burnt parts of harness. Check for cracks, chips in blades; sufficient prop and guard Propeller clearance;...

  • Page 6: Flight Safety Precautions

    FLIGHT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • The Parajet Volution XT 180 Aero engine has been run-in prior to shipment. This means that your Volution is ready to fly. It is important however that excessive throttle is NOT used for at least the first 10 hours of flying. For example, do NOT depress the throttle fully for more than 30 seconds at a time.
  • Page 7 SOME GOLDEN RULES !!! 1. Never place your engine downwind of your wing. 2. Have you enough fuel to get there? Better too much than too little! 3. Check for any loose articles that could trail or fall into the propeller while flying and fasten them securely.

  • Page 8: Pre-Assembly Check

    Be sure to identify all components after unpacking your Volution unit. If any parts are found defective do not assemble. Contact your dealer or the manufacturer immediately. Parajet International Ltd: Main enquiry Line + 44 8700 116618 List of Components 1.

  • Page 9: Fitting The Propeller Blades

    FITTING THE PROPELLER BLADES Fit the 3 propeller blades to the driven pulley in the order outlined below 1. Insert 2 of the 6 (M8 x 60mm) bolts into the prop disc and locate a single blade in position. Ensure that each bolt has both a split spring washer then normal spreader washer located on its shank before locating in the prop disc.

  • Page 10: Assembling The 3-Piece Propeller Guard

    ASSEMBLING THE 3-PIECE PROPELLER GUARD Fit the three pieces together as shown in the illustration below. The two lower sections should be clicked into position first. The top section can then be clicked into position, to do this lightly press the curved central support onto its aerofoil connector and simultaneously locate the two circular side connectors.

  • Page 11: Charging The Starter Battery

    However, if you do not fly your Volution for more than 4 weeks your battery will require charging, simply plug the Parajet charger into the charging socket on your power unit for a minimum of 24 hours 1.

  • Page 12: Reduction Belt Adjustment

    REDUCTION BELT ADJUSTMENT The transmission belt is well adjusted at the time of shipment, but it could become slack during initial operations. When necessary adjust it so as to keep it always in an optimum state of tension. Referring to the picture below adjust reduction belt tension as outlined in these steps.

  • Page 13: Fitting The Weight-Shift Harness

    FITTING THE WEIGHT-SHIFT HARNESS The weight-shift design enables pilots to control flight direction purely by shifting centre of gravity in the harness. To do this simply lean in the desired direction and swing one leg over the other to accentuate the turn. This creates a very efficient smooth turn which requires no brake input.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Weight-Shift Harness

    ADJUSTING THE WEIGHT SHIFT HARNESS To adjust this type of harness to the optimum weight setting, position the hang-point mallion and off-set pin as shown below. The weight ranges are given in the diagram. IMPORTANT – If the harness is not set up correctly it will result in poor handling and uncomfortable flying.

  • Page 15: Mixing The Fuel And Oil

    Check with your manufacturer or our service centres or any authorised Parajet dealer for the best type of oil available in your area. 1. Mix petrol and oil at a ratio of 50:1 (100mm Oil for 5 litres of unleaded petrol) 2.

  • Page 16: Prior To Starting The Engine

    • Be sure area is free from anything that could be entangled in propeller. • Use only freshly mixed 50:1 regular petrol and oil recommended by Parajet. The most common reason for engine damage is improper oil or petrol •...

  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Push the choke valve into ‘choke’ position (closed. See following page for details) 2. Turn on the main switch located at the right side of the electronics case behind the right side of the harness. 3. Make sure the throttle lever is in the idle position, DO NOT GRIP HANDLE. 4.

  • Page 18: Activating The Choke Valve

    ACTIVATING THE CHOKE VALVE 6. After first exhaust note is heard, push the choke valve back to its operating position. IMPORTANT! Release the start button immediately after engine fires once or you will flood the engine!! 7. If the engine fails to start repeat steps 1 to 5 again. 8.

  • Page 19: Carburetor Adjustment

    CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Warning! When running the engine on the ground for the carburetor adjustments and checking the thrust power, be sure to place the unit on flat and level ground, rest your full body weight against the chassis, and check the throttle cable is clear of propeller. The power and idle needles control the lubrication received by the engine.

  • Page 20: Carburetor Adjustment (Continued)

    ⅛ turn can be made but should this fail to correct the problem then another cause for poor acceleration is suspected (probable). Trouble shoot further or contact your dealer or a Parajet service representative for assistance. Step 4 – Adjust the idle adjust screw again to stabilize idle at 2000rpm ± 100. Again engage full throttle for 5 to 10 seconds and return to idle.
  • Page 21 Step 5 – Now Adjust for maximum power at 7600 rpm +/- 100. If max rpm is less than this, turn the H-needle 1/8 turn clockwise. (Parajet Supply RPM Tachometer as an accessory, should you wish to make fine adjustments as described please contact us) Caution!! –...

  • Page 22: Engine Running-In Procedure

    ENGINE RUNNING IN PROCEDURE The Volution engine undergoes a thorough inspection before shipment during which each engine is run for 1 hour as a preliminary running-in process. For the best engine performance it is necessary to follow our running in procedure during your first 10 hours of flying.

  • Page 23: Parajet Volution Specifications

    1090mm cage diameter (98cm propeller diameter/ 38.5 inch) Dimensions (Macro) 1350mm diameter (123cm propeller diameter/ 48.5 inch) Material Aluminium Duralumin 6082 T6 Engine Specifications Model Parajet 180 XT (Manufactured by Parajet) Displacement 180cc Type Air-cooled 2 stroke Engine Max rpm 7600 rpm...

  • Page 24: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EVERY 5 HOURS Check colour (white or black) burnt electrode. Connector cap Spark plugs locks with pressure, makes locking sound EVERY 10 HOURS Remove and wipe clean. If excessively dirty with carbon and oil Air cleaner then clean with kerosene Air Funnel Wipe with smooth cloth.

  • Page 25: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING If any problems occur with your engine you can refer to the following trouble shooting table for correction. Problem Check Point Correction • • Engine does not start The plug cap is disconnected. Attach the plug cap. • •...

  • Page 26: Storage For A Long Period And Use Thereafter

    3. Store the engine in a dry and well ventilated location away from direct exposure to sunlight. 4. Parajet supplies Briggs and Stratton ‘Fuel Fit’ it is recommended that you use this additive in your fuel to help clean out the system after a long period of no use. It...
  • Page 27 Parajet International LTD Email: sales@parajet.com Beaumont Business Centre Tel: + 44 (0) 1747 861 368 Mere, Wiltshire, BA12 6BT UK www.parajet.com...

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