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- Page 1 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER'S MANUAL © Products s.r.l. Copyright by Via Perù n. 30 63013 GROTTAMMARE (AP) - ITALY tel./fax +39.735.632486 www.flyproducts.com fly@flyproducts.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Page Description INDEX INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY FIRST! - WHO, WHERE AND WHEN CAN FLY IT. NOTATION USED CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW “TRIKE-FLASH” “TRIKE-FLASH” FEATURES DIAGRAM OF COMPONENTS OVERALL DIMENSIONS ASSEMBLING YOUR “TRIKE-FLASH” ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST TIME ENGINE MOUNTING SETUP... -
Page 3: Notation Used
This TRIKE-FLASH is not covered by product liability insurance. Do not start it or fly it unless you are willing to assume all risks inherent in the sport of Powered Paragliding and all responsibility for any property damage, injury, or death which may result from the use of this product. -
Page 4: Diagram Of Components
TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 The certification is planned for the GOLD 130 Engine PPG unit. For safe flying you should read this manual carefully, make yourself familiar with the TRIKE-FLASH and its possibilities. TRIKE-FLASH features Easy assembly and disassembly ... -
Page 5: Overall Dimensions
TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 Overall dimensions ___________________________________________________________________________ Products © Copyright by s.r.l. Page... -
Page 6: Assembly Instructions
- Metal drill points Ø 10 mm and Ø 6,5 mm. - Hammer - Rapid glue ASSEMBLING “TRIKE-FLASH” For easier storage and transportation the Trike-flash can be folded to the minimum size. Assembly instructions: Unscrew the red plastic wing nut and hook rear wires ___________________________________________________________________________ Products ©... - Page 7 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 REMEMBER: Insert this part as you can see in the photo and enlarge the hole for your model with Metal drill point of Ø 10mm. Side drill purpose is to fit there a through-pin, with two reinforcement washers, for prevent a box girder buckling when the upper cradle will lock in that point.
- Page 8 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 MAX 130 – KOMPRES - RACE C - JET First step, when the engine mounting is well positioned, drill an hole-through Ø 6,5 mm on the engine frame (between the two eyelets) in correspondence to the preset hole in one of the two hooks.
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- Page 10 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 GOLD 130 The lower engine frame drilling for to apply the special cage section expressly projected for the GOLD 130 unit. ___________________________________________________________________________ Products © Copyright by s.r.l. Page...
- Page 11 This complete the trike assembly, check your work before go on. TANDEM AND SINGLE VERSION Transform the TRIKE-FLASH from single version to double version is very simple, just invert the attachment positions from carabiners to harness and then mount the second harness in the preset...
- Page 12 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 TANDEM ___________________________________________________________________________ Products © Copyright by s.r.l. Page...
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Page 13: Assembly Inspection
TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 SINGLE Assembly inspection It is critical to fully inspect the assembly of the TRIKE-FLASH to find and remedy any potential problem areas before proceeding. The inspection should contain, at a minimum, the following items: ... -
Page 14: Pre-Flight Inspection
Check for correct mounting of prop, and correct torque of prop bolts. PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST FLIGHT Given that the certification of the TRIKE-FLASH is planned for the GOLD 130 Engine PPG unit, you have to follow the procedures described in the proper PPG manual before to take off. - Page 15 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 Site/Conditions Current weather Long-range (next few hours) forecast Winds aloft Takeoff/landing direction Obstructions (especially Power lines) Wing Lay wing out into wind19 Lines straight and clear ...
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Page 16: Flight Under Special Conditions
TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 TANK VENT OPEN THROTTLE CABLE FREE AND FULL PROP NUTS TIGHT PROP CONDITION SHAKE TEST MUFFLER SHAKE TEST CARBURETOR FUEL LINES OPEN NO KINKS PRE-FLIGHT WEATHER TREND CHECK POCKET CHECK (NO LOOSE OBJECTS) WHEELS CONDITION AND INFLATING... -
Page 17: Dangerous Situation
TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 FLIGHTS IN SNOWY CONDITIONS: They are not permitted at all. In case it starts to snow during flight land soon as possible! EXTREME TEMPERATURES: Remember that flight parameters changes in different temperature levels. At high temperatures the required power and the required flight speed increases, so that the take off distance gets longer than in winter. -
Page 18: Take-Off Procedure
The Flight Flying the TRIKE-FLASH is very similar to flying a standard backpack motor system, but more comfortable. You can set the gas with the cruise control on the handgrip and trim the paraglider for to fly straight. -
Page 19: Maintenance
The same with the canopy, it depends on the manufacturer of the canopy, most of them must be checked in a TWO years cycle by manufacturer. Ordinary Maintenance Even if the TRIKE-FLASH don’t need important maintenance, we suggest to proceed every 100 hours of use to an accurate inspection of following items: WHEEL’S ROLLER BEARINGS Remove the wheels, extract and clean the roller bearings for check their wear condition: If you have some doubt, don’t hesitate, replace immediately! -
Page 20: Paraglider
Check wear conditions of the harness and all belts. Cleaning Clean your TRIKE-FLASH with clean water and a mild soap. Dust and dirt can be brushed off, or removed with water and mild soap. Grease and oil can be removed with a good water-based degreaser such as “Simple Green”. -
Page 21: Warranty
All inspections must be carried out by Fly Products, by SWING, or another inspection agent authorized by Fly Products. The documentation and the result of the inspection must be clearly identifiable by the inspector (date and place / name of inspector) and be entered near the glider information/certification sticker. - Page 22 TRIKE-FLASH OWNER’S MANUAL REL . 2.0 The malfunction is caused by incorrect pilot operation, i.e. a crash, whack, dork, bang, splat, ding, prong, bend, tweak, trip, fall, bounce, or any other piloting eventuality. The malfunction is caused by lack of normal maintenance, or modification, i.e. loose parts falling off and breaking the prop.
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