Owners Manual and Service booklet - Eagle Paragliding

______________________________________________________________________________Owners Manualand Service bookletUP Ascent 21

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______________________________________________________________________________Version 1.0Valid from 2009Stand: January 20093

______________________________________________________________________________The data and statements contained within this manual may be changed without prior notice. Nopart of these documents may be copied or transmitted for any purpose in any manner or by anymeans, either electronic or mechanical, without explicit written permission from Ultralite ProductsInternational.© 1995-2009 by Ultralite Products International4

______________________________________________________________________________Table of contentsWELCOME IN OUR TEAM ........................................................................................... 8SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................. 9DEVELOPMENT OF PARAGLIDERS .......................................................................... 9TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................... 10CERTIFICATION CLASS................................................................................................. 10LTF and EN classification .................................................................................... 10Target group and recommended flying experience* ............................................ 10Necessary skills for normal flights* ...................................................................... 11Necessary skills for dealing with disturbances* ................................................... 11Necessary skills for dealing with rapid descent methods* ................................... 11Suitability for training ........................................................................................... 11RECOMMENDED WEIGHT RANGE ................................................................................... 11TECHNICAL DATA UP ASCENT 2 ............................................................................ 12CONSTRUCTION.......................................................................................................... 13A new profile........................................................................................................ 13Smooth, linear handling ....................................................................................... 13Lightweight construction ...................................................................................... 14CANOPY MATERIAL ..................................................................................................... 14LINE MATERIAL ........................................................................................................... 14LINE SYSTEM.............................................................................................................. 14RISERS...................................................................................................................... 15UP BACKPACK ........................................................................................................... 17Adjusting the backpack........................................................................................ 18Packing tips ......................................................................................................... 18BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT .................................................................................... 19ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................................... 19Position of the brakes .......................................................................................... 19Speed system...................................................................................................... 20Speed system...................................................................................................... 21SUITABLE HARNESSES................................................................................................. 21RESCUE SYSTEM ........................................................................................................ 22USE OF THE UP ASCENT 2.......................................................................................... 22AEROBATICS .............................................................................................................. 22MOTORISED PARAGLIDING........................................................................................... 22FLIGHT PRACTICE .................................................................................................... 23PRE-FLIGHT CHECK..................................................................................................... 235

______________________________________________________________________________LAUNCHING................................................................................................................ 23SPEED CONTROL ........................................................................................................ 24Using the brakes.................................................................................................. 24Using the Speed System ..................................................................................... 24TURNING ................................................................................................................... 24LANDING.................................................................................................................... 25WINCH TOWING .......................................................................................................... 25Attaching the towline release system................................................................... 25FLIGHT SAFETY ........................................................................................................ 27THERMALS AND TURBULENCE ...................................................................................... 27GETTING DOWN FAST .................................................................................................. 27Steep Spiral Dive................................................................................................. 28B-Line Stalls ........................................................................................................ 28Big Ears ............................................................................................................... 28FLYING OUTSIDE THE NORMAL FLIGHT ENVELOPE ........................................... 30BEHAVIOUR IN EXTREME SITUATIONS ............................................................................ 30COLLAPSING THE PARAGLIDER ..................................................................................... 30Asymmetric collapse............................................................................................ 30Full frontal collapse.............................................................................................. 31THE STALLS ............................................................................................................... 31Deep Stall ............................................................................................................ 31Full Stall............................................................................................................... 31Spin ..................................................................................................................... 32WINGOVERS .............................................................................................................. 32EMERGENCY STEERING............................................................................................... 32FURTHER REFERENCES ............................................................................................... 32Rain-induced deep stall ....................................................................................... 32Adhesive logos .................................................................................................... 33Overloading ......................................................................................................... 33Salt water............................................................................................................. 33MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING.............................................................................. 34TAKING CARE OF YOUR PARAGLIDER ............................................................................. 34Packing your UP Ascent 2 ................................................................................... 34Paraglider fabric................................................................................................... 36Paraglider lines.................................................................................................... 36Storage and transport .......................................................................................... 37CLEANING.................................................................................................................. 37REPLACING ASS REINFORCEMENTS ............................................................................. 37CHECKS AND REPAIRS............................................................................................ 39MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................ 39Airworthiness Check ............................................................................................ 39UP Craftsmanship................................................................................................ 396

______________________________________________________________________________Safety instructionsBEWARE! Paragliding is anextremely demanding sportrequiring the highest levels ofattention, judgment, maturity,and self-discipline. Due to theinherent risks in flying this or anyparaglider, no warranty of any kind can bemade against accidents, injury, equipmentfailure, and/or death. This glider is notcovered by product liability insurance. Donot fly it unless you are personally willingto assume all risks inherent in the sport ofparagliding and all responsibility for anyproperty damage, injury, or death, whichmay result from use of this paraglider.Please read this owner's manualthoroughly before your first flight with theUP Ascent 2 so that you are fullyacquainted with your new glider. Thismanual gives you information on the entirespecific and general flying characteristicsof the UP Ascent 2, but it does not replaceattending a paragliding school. It isimportant to note the following points:• at the time of delivery, this paragliderconforms the testing criteria of the"Luftfahrt-Bundesamts LTF 35/03(LTF - Luftfahrt-Tauglichkeits-Forderungen, or "Flying craftAirworthiness Standard"") and/or thetesting criteria for the EN 926-2.Read more about the testing regimein the technical data.• this paraglider has been testedaccording to the German Air Sportrules. It is identical to the testedreference sample stored at thetesting facility.• any changes being made outside thepermitted range of adjustmentinvalidate any and all claims underthe warranty• using this paraglider isexclusively at the risk of the user;the manufacturer or distributorassumes no responsibility foraccidents occurring while using it.• it is assumed that the pilot is inpossession of the necessaryqualifications and provisions ofany relevant laws are observed• when reselling the wing pleasemake sure you also give thismanual to the new owner. Themanual is an integrated part ofthe paraglider and is required forthe wing to keep its certification.Development ofparaglidersAdmitted; we're proud of our heritage.No other company in the free flyingworld can look back on such anexpansive history as we can. The UPstory started back in 1970 when PeteBrock graduated from the Art Center, aworld famous school for design andengineering in Pasadena, California,and promptly created some of themost legendary race cars ever – theDaytona Coupe from General Motorswas one – and then went on tobecome fascinated by the emergingsport of hanggliding – at that timeprobably the maddest pastime of themall. After founding Ultralite Products heintroduces his first wing, the Dragonfly,and soon the new company becomesknown under the UP acronym..Pete Brocks spirit survives to this dayin everything we do at UP International– we still have our very own way ofseeing things and designing things.9

______________________________________________________________________________beginners to cross country pilots lookingfor a wing with a high passive safetymargin. On a more general note, pilotsflying less than 15-20h / year are alwaysrecommended to stay within the DHV 1category.”Necessary skills for normalflights*“Flying a wing in this class requires insightinto the basics of paragliding; launching,steering, landing. For thermal flying it isrecommended that the pilot knows andunderstands active piloting.”Necessary skills for dealingwith disturbances*“The UP Ascent 2 reacts very benignly todisturbances and requires no excess pilotinsight or reactionary speed for dealingwith these. A minimum of training andpractise in dealing with disturbances willhowever increase the pilots’ enjoyment ofthe flight, and make the whole undertakingsafer.”Necessary skills for dealingwith rapid descent methods*“In order to perform rapid descents, likeBig Ears, spiral dives and B-line stallsspecial skills are required. Should the pilotnot already have these skills werecommend visiting an SIV training,preferably with a school with previous UPAscent 2 experience.”Recommended weightrangeThe UP Ascent 2 should be flownwithin the stipulated takeoff weightlimits, found in the “Technical data”section of this manual. The weightsmentioned are total launch values,including glider, pilot, harness, allclothing etc. The easiest way to findyour own total launch weight is to jumponto your scales with the completebackpack containing all your kit onyour back. UP Internationalmanufactures the Ascent 2 in 4different sizes. If you find yourselfhaving to choose between two notentirely ideal sizes we recommend youlet your choice be guided by yourpersonal preference for being either alittle light or a little heavy on a wing.The UP Ascent 2 responds to loadchanges by flying either marginallyfaster or slower, depending on whetheryou in- or decrease the load. The glideratio in still air is not affected, and theminimum sink rate only insignificantlyso.Suitability for trainingThe UP Asent 2 is very well suited fortraining.* recommendations by the DHV safety officer11

______________________________________________________________________________ConstructionThe UP Ascent 2 is the logical stepforward from the original Ascent. Based onthe same Hybrid Synergy Airfoil as the UPKantega XC and the UP Summit XC, theAscent 2 will impress connoisseurs witheven better inflation and launchingcharacteristics as well as with itsimpressive and very usable top speed of+51km/h.choose to go on a foray into theunknown, their gliders will be up for thechallenge in every way!A new profileThe excellent collapse behaviorexhibited by the Hybrid Synergy Airfoilbrethren already out there (SummitXC, Kantega XC) has been inheritedby this latest family offspring – theAscent 2 is extremely difficult toprovoke to collapse, and once it doeshappen hardly anything happens. Aslow turn to the collapsed side alongwith a very gentle “dive”, and in mostcases the collapse will be out againlong before the pilot has had a chanceto react.A speed range of no less than 13 km/hfrom trim to max speed (51 km/h) isawaiting the intrepid XC explorer –who will also know to appreciate thesuper easy launching characteristics,another benefit of the particular profileused. The gliders climbs smoothly tozenith and remains there until the pilotdecides to take the few extra steps tobecome airborne.Abbildung 1: CAD-Modell desUP Ascent 2Most LTF gliders never leave theimmediate surroundings of the school hill,and for a good reason. On one hand thepilots on the school hill really aren’t readyfor any prolonged airborne adventures; onthe other hand their gliders wouldn’t letthem even if they were! There is everychance that the majority of UP Ascent 2’swill also spend most of their lives in closeproximity to school hills across the planet– but we think it must be a reassuringthought for their pilots that should theySmooth, linear handlingAnother thing that has received specialattention on this new UP developmentis the handling. The goal was toproduce a wing that acted and feltexactly like an LTF 1 wing, yet hadhomogenous and inspiring handling atall speeds. An important tool in thisrespect has been the refinement of thecanopy curvature, where the newAscent 2 is simply a more13

______________________________________________________________________________homogenous wing to both look at andhang beneath. And speaking of looks, theaspect ratio has gone up too, lending thewing a sleeker and more thoroughbredlook.Lightweight constructionThere has beena tendency inrecent years forgliders acrossthe entireperformancespectrum to be designed using largeamounts of heavy and fragile Mylarreinforcement in the leading edge. At UPInternational we disagree with this trendespecially in school gliders, as it puts theowners in the unnecessary dilemma ofdeciding whether to accordion fold everytime and preserve the good launchingcharacteristics of the wing, or bundle asschool gliders have always been, thussaving time but possibly compromisinglaunching characteristics and performancein the long run. The solution we havecome up with is the ASS system, a small,sturdy Nylon batten that does the same asthe Mylar only better, with none of theMylar drawbacks. The UP Ascent 2 is partof the new UP generation where theleading edge is defined by the ASStechnology, to the benefit of canopyweight, longevity and day-to-day userfriendliness.Canopy materialThe UP Ascent 2 is constructed frompolyamide cloth, which is particularlystretch-resistant and durable, and isspecially treated for maximum UVresistance.After an extensive series of tests andyears of practical experience we havefound that the best material is a hightenacity polyamide “New Sky-Tex”,from Porcher Marine (France), with theDesignation 9092 E85A (top surfacefront, cloth weight 45 g/m²), 9017E38A (top rear and bottom surface,cloth weight 40 g/m²) und 9017 E29A(ribs and v-tapes, cloth weight 40 g/m²)This material consistently exhibitsexcellent air permeability and has aremarkably good colourfastness withthe latest PU coating.Line materialThe lines in the UP Ascent 2 aresheathed Edelrid dyneema lines in alllevels.We use 1.1, 1.3 and 1.6 millimetrediameter. These lines are constructedusing a special pre-stretchedDyneema and have a significantlyhigher breaking strength compared tothe customary Aramid-core lines.Furthermore they are far lesssusceptible to weakening throughkinks than any of the Aramid lines wehave tested. And finally this new lineshows much less tendency towardsstretching than any other Dyneemalines. This is of great importance inorder to avoid adversely influencingthe flight characteristics throughuneven stretching across the span ofyour new wing.Line systemThe entire line system is formed fromindividual lines, which are sewn andlooped at both ends. The single linelevels are connected over a special14

______________________________________________________________________________hoop technology ("handshake") to preventa weakening of the core and a loss ofstrength. The lines and stitching aresubject to rigorous production controls, toensure high and consistent manufacturingquality.The lines of each wing section consist offour groups and the brake lines:A-Lines: A1-A3B-Lines: B1-B3C-Lines: C1-C3 / S1D-Lines: D1-D2Brake Lines: BRKThe brake lines are collected at one maincontrol line per side. This control line runsthrough a pulley attached to the D-Riserand is marked with a black dot at the pointwhere it should loop around the D-ring.The brake is pre-set so that the glider is at0 degree brake when the toggle is free.Please don’t change the main brake lineswithout checking the new length carefullyat a suitable training hill before flying!The line bundles (A, B, C and D) arecolour coded for easy identification andhandling. All main lines of each level arelooped together and attached to „UP LineLinks“, which are connected to the risers.The „UP Line Links“ links have special linecollectors to prevent lines slipping. Aftermaintenance work the „UP Line Links“must be closed according to thedescription in the previous paragraph!In order to make the execution of„BigEars“ easier we have built a riserset with split A-risers. This allows thepilot easy access to the outer„BigEars“ A-line, see Illustration 2.During normal flight all risers are570mm in length. When applying thespeed system the A to C risers areshortened. A reduction systembetween the risers ensures that eachriser gets the right length and theangle of attack is reducedcorrespondingly.The largest change in the angle ofattack is reached when the top pulleytouches the main karabiner.RisersThe lines are grouped into four risers andone control line on each side. The riserends are colour coded for easyidentification at take off as well as in flightfor B Stall.15

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______________________________________________________________________________Before the first flightThe UP Ascent 2 is delivered with a speedsystem, rucksack, compression bag and –strap, repair materials and this manual.The manual may also be downloaded fromthe UP website. Every Ascent 2 deliveredhas been minutely checked at the factory,and corresponds exactly to the certifiedwing.BEWARE! Before the first flight theUP Ascent 2 must be inflated inthe wind on a flat surface. Anapproved UP dealer shouldcarry out the first flight before thewing is handed over to the endcustomer.AdjustmentsThe UP Ascent 2 has undergone anextensive development program andseries of flight tests to ensure that theproduction model exhibits the optimumcharacteristics with regard to safety,handling and flight performance.As with all products from UP International,the UP Ascent 2 is manufactured to thehighest quality and precision. The linelengths of each glider are individuallychecked and recorded before dispatch.Under no circumstances should thelengths of the lines or risers of the UPAscent 2 be altered in any way.WARNING! Any changes to linelengths or riser configuration willinvalidate certification!The only change allowed is tothe length of the lower brake line.This should only be done by anexperienced person.Position of the brakesThe UP Ascent 2 is delivered from thefactory with what we feel is the bestbrake position for most pilots. But tallor short pilots, or those with a harnesswith non-standard attachment pointsmight feel it necessary to change theposition of the brake handles.If the brakes are to be shortened, it isextremely important to avoid theadjustment affecting the glider's trimspeed. There must always be someslack in the brakes when they are fullyreleased. This can be checked with theglider inflated above the pilot's head.There should be a noticeable bow inthe brake lines, and the brakes shouldbe having no effect on the shape of thetrailing edge.If the brake lines are to be lengthened,it is important to ensure that the pilotcan still stall the canopy (i.e. duringextreme manoeuvres or landing)without the need to take wraps.If you do feel the need to change thebrake line lengths, do so a little (3-4cm) at a time, and preferably whilst atan easy training slope. Checkespecially that both lines are the samelength, as any asymmetry will lead totiring and possible dangerous flyingcharacteristics.If you have any questions or concernswith reference to the brake line lengthsthen seek advice from either your UPdealer or directly from UPInternational.To tie the brake line onto the brakehandle use one of the following knots:The simple fisherman's knot or theBowline as shown in illustration 5 and6. These knots guarantee the leastamount of line weakening.19

______________________________________________________________________________BEWARE! Loose or incorrectbrake knots can cause seriousaccidents through loss of thesteering of the glider!Illustration 5 and 6:Fishermans- andbowline-knots20

______________________________________________________________________________Speed systemIt is important that the speed system isconnected correctly, and the lengthchecked, to ensure smooth operation inflight.The link between the foot stirrup and therisers consists of two cords and twobrummel hooks. The speed stirrup itself iscomposed of a foot bar and webbing withloops sewn on either end to attach thecords. These cords should be run upthrough the eyelets and pulleys on theharness to connect with the pulley systemon the front of the risers (see Illustration).This illustration refers to the UP harness,but many harnesses are similar. If in anydoubt, please ask the harnessdealer/manufacturer.The length of the cords should be set sothat, at full leg extension, the pulleys onthe risers are just touching each other.Any shorter and the stirrup will be difficultto reach; longer and the top of the speedrange will be unavailable.During take off it is advisable to fix theaccelerator stirrup underneath theharness to avoid any danger of trippingover it.Suitable harnessesAny harness with hang points nearchest height is suitable for use with theUP Ascent 2. The lower the hang pointof the harness, the better the pilot cansteer by weight shift. A LTF or ENcertified harness is recommended.The harness design should alsoguarantee that it’s possible toaccelerate the UP Ascent 2 up to themaximum speed.Note that the height of the hang pointalso affects the brake line length. Ifyou have a question about yourUP harness, contact your dealer orUP International.Brummel hook forcombination betweenfoot bar and riserRope of speed systemPulley rollerFoot bar with2 stepsIllustration 7:Components of thefoot accelerator21

______________________________________________________________________________Rescue systemIt is strongly recommended that you havea rescue system (reserve parachute) fittedat all times. In some countries it ismandatory, so check if you plan to travel.Make sure that the reserve system youhave is the correct size, and that you arefully conversant with it’s use.For fitting the reserve system, follow theinstructions of the harness manufacturer.governing body for ultralight flying inyour area, to check on certification ofthis configuration.Use of the UP Ascent 2The UP Ascent 2 has been developed andtested solely for foot launched and winchlaunched paragliding flights. It is notallowed and potentially dangerous to usethe glider for any other purpose.AerobaticsThe UP Ascent 2 has not been developed,constructed and/or tested for aerobaticsuse.WARNING! The glider has not beencertified for aerobatics. Performingaerobatics with the UP Ascent 2or any other paraglider can bevery dangerous. Doing aerobaticscan induce flying configurations wellbeyond the tested flight envelope, and canlead to total loss of control. Aerobatics canalso overload your glider and break it inflight.Motorised ParaglidingThe UP Ascent 2 has not been tested foruse with any kind of engine.If you wish to fly your UP Ascent 2 with amotor please get in touch with themanufacturer of the engine unit, withUP International GmbH and with the22

______________________________________________________________________________Flight practicePre-flight checkMake sure whenever you get your UPAscent 2 back from somebody else tocheck the glider very carefully if you arenot the only pilot flying it. Ask if there wasanything that could have damaged anypart of the glider, if the pilot has found anypart that needs to be replaced or if theynoticed any strange flight behaviour. Makesure you do the same when you lend yourglider to somebody else.A thorough pre-flight inspectionshould be performed prior to eachflight. A careful pre-flight check isa must for any and all airplanes –also the UP Ascent 2. Please applythe same care and attention beforeEVERY flight!Before every launch you should carry outthe standard 5-point checking procedure.It is a good idea to do the checks followingthe same sequence every time tominimize the risk of omitting something.1. Unpack and arrange your glider in asemi-circular manner. This shapeensures that the centre cells inflatebefore the tips. When unfolding yourglider, observe the wind directionand arrange your glider so that it ispointed directly into the wind.2. The lines must be arranged so thatthere are no tangles and the A-linesare uppermost. Once the lines arefree and untangled, check to makesure that they all go directly from theriser to the glider without going overthe top of the wing. Launching with aline over the wing is extremelydangerous! It is also important thatthe brake lines are free and nottangled.3. Next check that you have put theharness on correctly, and ensurethat both leg straps and the cheststrap are closed and adjusted.Also check the rescue systempins and deployment handle.4. Right before the launch youshould check the air space (alsobehind you).5. Once again check the winddirection before take-off.LaunchingThe take-off characteristics of theUP Ascent 2 are extremelystraightforward. Only a gentle forwardpressure on the A risers is necessaryand the glider will inflate evenly andclimb above your head. The glider hasno tendency to hang back behind youor to overshoot over your head.With the A risers and the brakes inyour hands, have another look at yourunfolded glider. Make sure that youare centrally positioned in the middleof the wing, and that the wing is facinginto wind. The middle of the canopy ismarked by the UP logo at the leadingedge.Inflate the glider with a steady run andremember to position your arms sothat they are a continuation of the Arisers. As the glider comes above yourhead, you should glance up to see thatthe entire canopy is inflated and flying.The UP Ascent 2 has a low surgetendency, so there is usually nonecessity to brake to stop the gliderfrom over-flying you.Directional control should only beattempted when the glider is aboveyour head. Excessive braking willcause the wing to drop back.Only after checking that the wing isproperly inflated do you apply slight23

______________________________________________________________________________brake pressure and accelerate rapidlydown the hill. After a few steps you willreach flying speed and become airborne.Speed controlUsing the brakesThe UP Ascent 2 has a wide useablespeed range, coupled with excellentstability at all speeds. The speed canbe set with the brakes to optimiseperformance in any situation.Maximum glide speed is achieved with thebrakes released completely, whereasminimum sink speed is with approximately15-20cm of brake applied. Further brakingwill not improve the sink rate, but thebrake pressure increases noticeably asthe glider reaches minimum speed.BEWARE! Flying close to the stallpoint is very dangerous andshould be avoided. At speedsbelow minimum sink the dangerof entering an unintentional stall orspin is increased dramatically.Using the Speed SystemThe UP Ascent 2 is supplied with a speedsystem, which is activated by a footstirrup. Full application increases thespeed by approximately 11 to 13 km/h. Incertain circumstances the use of thespeed system is extremely effective, and itshould be an integral part of your flying.The speed system should be used whenyou are flying through sinking air, whentrying to achieve best glide in a headwind,or trying to cover the ground as quickly aspossible. But it is important to rememberthat the glider will be more susceptible tocollapses at high speeds, so the speedsystem should not be used in extremeturbulence. If, with the speed systemapplied, a collapse occurs then it shouldbe released immediately. Somewarning of an imminent collapse isafforded by the tension felt in thespeed system; should the tensionsuddenly reduce then the stirrupshould be released and the gliderreturned to normal trim speed.BEWARE! All extreme flightsituations, such as collapses,happen more dramatically atincreased speed. Thereforethe speed system should notbe operated near the ground or innoticeable turbulence.TurningThe UP Ascent 2 has been developedto meet the demands of intermediatepilots. The brakes have been designedso that the first 15 to 20 centimeter oftravel will cause a soft and directturning, whereas larger movementswill give the glider an agile and nimblefeel.Brake input and amount of weight shiftinduced will define the radius and bankangle on the UP Ascent 2, and willallow it to be controlled with ease.Using weight shift in combination withbrake input will result in flat turns withminimum height loss and is in factalways the most efficient controlmethod. The radius of the turn is thencontrolled with the brake line whereasthe bank is controlled through weightshift.If needed the UP Ascent 2 will turnvery tight. To do this, apply somebrake input on both sides, then releasethe outside brake whilst applyingfurther brake on the inside – this willreduce turning radius to a minimum.When brake input is increased beyondapproximately 50% on one side, theUP Ascent 2 begins a fast and steep24

______________________________________________________________________________turn, which can be made into a steepspiral (refer to chapter heading "steepspiral").LandingThe UP Ascent 2 is easy to land. Whilepointing into the wind, the pilot should flythe wing fast until approximately onemeter above the ground, and then applyboth brakes completely. When landing instronger wind, less brake is required.Landing from steep turns should beavoided due to the risk of an uncontrolledpendulum reaction.Winch towingThe UP Ascent 2 tows easily. There areno special techniques that need to beemployed, but consideration should begiven to the following points:• Especially when you are towing at anunknown field, make sure that you arefully aware of any local conditions andpeculiarities. Ask the local pilots if youare at all unsure.• During the launch, ensure that theglider is completely inflated and overyour head before giving the 'starttowing' signal. If the glider is notcentral over your head do notcontinue with the tow. Any correctionsattempted through the brakes duringthis critical phase may result in thecanopy deflating again, or in the towprogressing with a non-flying wing; iftow tension is applied when the glideris not correctly positioned then a 'lockout' or a stall could occur.• Try to avoid large brake inputs untilyou are reasonably high. Emphasizeweight shift if any course correctionis necessary close to the ground.• Do not try to climb steeply duringthe first part of the tow. Goodairspeed is essential.• Do not use a towline tensiongreater than 90 daN at any timeduring the tow.• All persons involved with thetowing operation should besuitably qualified andexperienced. All equipment usedshould, where necessary, becertified, and a tow permit shouldbe valid for the field being used.Attaching the towlinerelease systemThe optimal attachment point for thetowline release is always in thesystems’ centre of gravity. On aparaglider that means the connectionpoint between the risers and theharness, preferably right onto thelower end of the risers. UPInternational has developed specialtow-release connectors for the UPAscent 2 to ensure the optimalconnection between the pilot and thetowline. For safety reasons we suggestthat you always use these connectorswhen towing the UP Ascent 2.When using towline release systemsincorporating distance-tubes betweenthe risers it is important to ensure thatthe risers are not pulled together bythe system (use webbing loopsdesigned for climbing to increase thelength of your release system). It isalso very important to fit a bungee tothe system that will keep it from hittingyou in the face in the event of a towlinefailureBEWARE! If you are using a frontmountedreserve system it isvery important to verify theunhindered deployment before25

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______________________________________________________________________________Flight safetyThe development of high performanceparagliders from square parachutes hasmeant vast improvements in speed, sinkrate and handling. But, at the same time, ithas also led to a requirement on behalf ofthe pilot for accurate, sensitive control andan acute anticipation of possible flyingconditions. Any glider, whether beginneror competition class, may collapse inturbulent conditions and you must be ableto react accordingly.Today you have a wide choice betweendifferent gliders in the UP range. The maindifference between the gliders is in thestability that each class offers. Beginnerwings react to turbulence less dramaticallyand are more forgiving when compared totop performance gliders, which have moresensitive, but less forgiving handling.Making the correct decision whenchoosing a new glider is most important;you should critically examine your flyingand your level of knowledge.A safe and efficient way to get used toyour new paraglider is by practicing yourground handling skills. We suggestfinding a suitable area, like a playing field,and with light to medium wind it is quiteeasy to practice inflating the glider andfeel the reaction to brake input, b-line stall,collapses etc.Before takeoff and whilst flying it is veryimportant to anticipate any likelyturbulence and fly accordingly. Look wellahead, and as well as looking for areas oflikely lift, try and predict, and avoid,areas of sink and rough air. If you dofind yourself in turbulence then look for thecause, and adjust your flight plan to avoidother similar places.Thermals andTurbulenceIn turbulent air, the UP Ascent 2should be flown with a little brake toincrease the angle of attack andprovide greater stability. While flying instrong or broken thermals, it isimportant that you concentrate onkeeping the wing centrally above yourhead. Do this by allowing the glider tofly faster while entering a thermal, andby dampening the surge of the canopywhile exiting the thermal by brakinggently.Flying fast is useful for getting throughsink or when flying into a headwind.The UP Ascent 2 possesses a highinherent stability due to its constructionand design, however an active flyingstyle in turbulence will help increasesafety by preventing unnecessarycollapses and deformation of thecanopy.Getting down fastAll rapid descent manoeuvres shouldbe practiced initially in smoothconditions with plenty of altitude beforeyou need to use them 'for real'. It isimportant to distinguish between thethree techniques, and to know themerits of each.WARNING! All othermanoeuvres, such as fullstalls and spins, should beavoided as fast descenttechniques. They are not veryefficient, and incorrect recoverycan have dangerous consequences(as with any paraglider)!27

______________________________________________________________________________Steep Spiral DiveA maximum sink rate of over 15 metersper second can be achieved in a steepspiral dive, but it is advisable to build upgradually to these sink rates when you firstpractice spiralling.Getting the UP Ascent 2 into a spiral diveis very simple and has already beendescribed in the chapter regarding turning.When entering the spiral it is essential toinduce the turn gradually; if you apply thebrake too quickly you may enter a spin. Ifthis happens, release the brakeimmediately and let the glider recoverbefore trying again. Keep a steady tensionon the inside brake and observe theincreased angle of bank and sink rate. Alittle brake on the outer wing will helpstabilize the glider at a high sink rate.To recover from a spiral, simply releasethe inside brake. Do this gradually toprevent an uncontrolled steep climbcaused by the excess energy built upduring the dive. Be prepared for the gliderto climb a little and to damp out thesubsequent dive. Be warned that steepspiral dives are equal to high G loading onboth you and your glider!WARNING! Never pull Big Ears ina spiral dive, as it's relativelyeasy to overload theparaglider, pilot and equipment.B-Line StallsTo induce a B-line stall, start from normal,un-accelerated flight. Reach up and takehold of both B risers, still with your handsin the brake loops, and pull downsimultaneously by approximately 10 to 15centimetre. The first few centimetres oftravel will be quite hard, but as the glidersettles into the stall so the effort becomesless.The glider will drop back a little as itstalls, and then centralize over yourhead. With 15 centimetre or so of pulla sink rate of up to 6 meters persecond can be achieved. With less pullyou will get a decrease in sink rate.The B-risers should not be pulledbeyond this point, as it may result inthe canopy entering an unstable phaseor going into a frontal rosette. Shouldyou inadvertently have pulled too fardown on the B-risers, simply releasethem a little again until the wing isagain stable above you, showing thecharacteristic deep crease along theB-level and being fully stretched outspanwise.To recover from a B-line stall, let upboth B risers simultaneously andquickly. The UP Ascent 2 will diveforwards slightly as it regains forwardspeed, so be ready to dampen this out.If you release the B risers slowly thereis a danger that the glider might entera deep stall. The glider will almostalways recover with no pilot input froma deep stall, but refer to the 'DeepStall' section for correct recovery.Big EarsTo pull the ears in, reach up and gethold of the outermost A line on bothfront risers and pull them down,simultaneously, by about 20-30cm untilthe tips collapse. Keep these two linesin your hands, to prevent the wing reinflating.We suggest keeping the brake togglesin your hands while inducing Big Ears.The glider will remain fully steer-ablethrough weight shifting during themanoeuvre. The sink rates will bearound 2 to 3 meters per second.Releasing the two A-lines will normallyhave the tips re-inflating on their own,otherwise light braking will assist there-inflation.28

______________________________________________________________________________Do not perform other manoeuvres whilstusing Big Ears, as the structure of thecanopy could become overloaded.Inducing large Big Ears on the UPAscent 2 when flying near its lower weightlimit requires great caution on the amountof brake input used, as it may deep stall inextreme cases. Should this happen usethe recovery technique described in the‘Deep Stall’ section.29

______________________________________________________________________________Flying outside thenormal flightenvelopeBehaviour in extremesituationsThe UP Ascent 2 is designed to be veryaerodynamically stable. However as withall paragliders extreme turbulence orpiloting error may induce unwantedbehaviour from the canopy. To ensure thatyou are able to handle these situationscorrectly we strongly recommend that youattend a safety-training (SIV) clinic, whereyou can learn to master your wing outsidethe normal flying envelope underprofessional guidance.Safety training manoeuvres should onlybe practiced in calm air with sufficientaltitude, and under the instruction ofqualified instructors. We would like to usethis occasion to once again remind you tonever fly without a reserve parachute!The manoeuvres and possible flightconfigurations described in the followingmay occur following a conscious effort onthe part of the pilot, through turbulence orthrough pilot input error. Any pilot flying inturbulent air or making piloting mistakesmay end up experiencing these flightconfigurations and therefore findthemselves in danger, particularly if theyare not adequately trained to master them.WARNING! Mistakes during theexecution of the followingmanoeuvres may seriouslycompromise the safety of pilot.Collapsing theparagliderAs with all paragliders extremeturbulence may lead to the canopypartly or fully collapsing. This isnormally not critical. The Ascent 2 willreinflate quickly and reliably and iseasy to control during the incident.Asymmetric collapseThe UP Ascent 2 belongs to the newgeneration of paragliders that, as wellas having very good performance, alsoexhibit a high degree of stability. Wingtip collapses can almost always beprevented through active flying.Should an asymmetric collapse occur,it is best to stop the turn by oppositeweight shift and counter steering. Ifyou let the glider turn then it is possiblethat, although the collapse will clearquickly, the other wing might suffer asmall closure. Any closure willnormally reopen independently, but itis a good idea to help it with a goodlong pump (not short hectic pumps)with the brake on the affected side,whilst maintaining course with theother brake.With large asymmetric collapses it isimportant to counter steer carefully toavoid stalling the open side. This canlead to the canopy entering a stallbefore it fully reopens.Finally it is possible, although highlyunlikely, that a wingtip gets caught inthe lines following a collapse. Shouldthis happen the pilot should attempt tomaintain heading by weight shifting tothe opposite side and carefully brakingthat same side. A big earnest pumpwith the brake on the afflicted sideshould clear the “cravatte”. If this failsall UP wings have a separate stabiloline going from the C riser to the30

______________________________________________________________________________stabile – a pull on this line will clear evenstubborn cravattes.Full frontal collapseA negative angle of attack occurringthrough turbulence or from simultaneouslypulling down both A-risers results in a fullfrontal collapse of the leading edge of thecanopy. The UP Ascent 2 will normallyreinflate quickly on its own, but can beassisted through the application of a lightdouble-sided symmetrical brake input.The stallsWhen a paraglider flies through the air alaminar and a turbulent airflow formsaround the surface of the wing. When thelaminar airflow along the top surface isinterrupted, dangerous flightconfigurations follow – we say that thewing stalls. This is most often theconsequence of attempting to fly with toohigh angle of attack.In more detail we differ between threedifferent forms of stall.BEWARE! Spin and full stall are bothdangerous and somewhatunpredictable manoeuvres. Donot stall or spin your paraglideron purpose. However it is veryimportant to learn how to recognizethe symptoms of a glider about to stall orspin so that you can take correct action toavoid it happening.Deep StallThe UP Ascent 2 has no inherenttendency towards deep stall. It will recoverfrom a deep stall brought about by overbraking, by pulling on the rear risers, or byreleasing the B-risers too slowly after a B-stall, on its own without any pilot input assoon as the brakes or the risers arereleased.Should you however find yourself in adeep stall (as described above thiscould happen through flying too lighton the wing and pulling big ears) thesituation can be rectified bysimultaneously pushing both A-risersforward until the glider resumes normalflight. Avoid applying brake to one sideif you think that you are in a deep stallas this could lead to a spin.Always remember that practicingmanoeuvres where you fly close tominimum airspeed must only becarried out under professionalsupervision and with plenty of altitude.Full StallFull stalling the glider is only reallysensible and useful during the landing.When landing the pilot consciouslystalls the wing by applying both brakes100% just before touching down. Thecanopy falls behind the pilot andempties itself.When the glider is tested before therelease it is put through the samemotions, but at greater altitude. First itis slowed down to minimum airspeed,then the airflow along the top of thewing breaks away and the wing fallsback, pulling the pilot with it. It isimportant to not release the brakesagain at this moment, as this will havethe canopy violently shooting forwardsand diving down in front of the pilot. Inextreme cases it can dive below thepilot, who could then fall into the sail.After dropping back into full stall thecanopy will form a horseshoe wherethe tips flutter about quite violently.These movements are transferred tothe pilot’s arms through the brakelines. Holding the wing in a full stallrequires considerable strength!31

______________________________________________________________________________Before releasing the brakes and allowingthe wing to resume level flight it isimportant to stabilize the stalled wing. Thisis done by releasing the brakes slowlyuntil the entire wing is almost completelyre-inflated. In this phase the wing will bepitching somewhat over the cross axis.The pilot waits until the wing is in front ofhim and releases the remaining part of thebrake travel. When timed correctly thewing will then resume level flight bysurging slightly forward whilst acceleratingto normal trim speed. However you mustbe prepared to dampen the surge anddeal with any subsequent collapsesoccurring because the wing surges too faror doesn’t come out of the full stallcompletely symmetrically.Test pilots also carry out tests where theyrelease one brake before the other whilein full stall. This manoeuvre only serves totest the wings behaviour and should notbe flown purposely as this is a situationwhere all paragliders react verydynamically. It is often followed by verylarge, dynamic asymmetric collapses thatmust be dealt with correctly to avoiddangerous situations.SpinThe negative spin occurs when one sideof the wing is stalled whilst the other is stillflying. This can happen when, if flying veryslowly, one brake is pulled quickly tobelow the seat. When the glider starts tospin, it will turn quickly around the verticalaxis, with the stalled side flyingbackwards. To recover from a spin, simplyrelease the brake on the stalled side. Theglider will immediately speed up and, mostlikely, suffer an asymmetric collapse.Recover as described above.If you suspect that a spin is imminent thenimmediately release the inside brake. Theglider will accelerate smoothly and resumenormal flight with little altitude loss.WingoversWingovers are induced by flyingalternating turns; each time letting thependulum effect increase the bankangle.BEWARE! The UP Ascent 2 isan agile glider, and it is quiteeasy to get to anexcessively high angle ofbank in just a few turns.Practice wingovers gently at first,as there is a chance of quite largecollapses at high bank angles.Also notice that a wingover flown withmore than 90 degrees bank angle isclassified as illegal aerobatics in somecountries!Emergency SteeringIf for some reason the UP Ascent 2cannot be controlled with the brakes,for example if the brake handle hascome off the main brake line, it can besteered and landed with the rearrisers. Be aware that, when rear risersteering, the glider is a great dealmore responsive to pilot input, and thestall happens very suddenly.Further referencesRain-induced deep stallThere are two reasons why flying witha wet wing increases the risk of deepstalling:First reason is that the canopy clothmay absorb water, making it muchheavier and moving the centre ofgravity around in unpredictable ways,increasing the risk of a stall/deep stall.The more water a wing can absorb thehigher the risk, which means that older32

______________________________________________________________________________wings with damaged coating are moreprone to these deep stalls than newwings. It should also be noted that a wingalready flying close to the edge due to lineshrinkage or other factors will deep stallsooner due to water absorption.Second reason has to do with the actualrain drops on the top surface – if enoughlarge rain drops form that the entire topsurface is covered, but they don’t jointogether to either flow off or become ahomogenous mass, the surface willbecome so rugged that the airflowseparates and the wing stalls.This phenomenon has been observedon hang gliders and gliders for years butonly recently have we discovered thatparagliders may also be affected. It ismore likely to happen with new wingswhere the cloth is still highly hydrophobicand the drops thus do not penetrate butremain on the surface.We know from computer simulations andpractical tests that this is physicallypossible but we also suspect that it occursvery seldom in real life flying.In both cases the brakeline travelbecomes very short and even small inputmay suddenly induce an airflowseparation; in some cases even a gust ora sudden thermal may change the angleof incidence enough to cause the deepstall.If you find yourself flying in unavoidablerain we strongly recommend that youavoid any sudden movements or radicalbrakeline input, that you do not pullBigEars or B-stall, and that you steer clearof turbulence and avoid a deep flare onlanding.Adhesive logosAlways make sure that your intendedlogo will not in any way influence theglider behaviour. If in doubt wesuggest avoiding the attachment ofadvertising logos on the wing. UPcannot be held responsible for anymishaps caused by intentional aftersaleschanges done to the wing.BEWARE! Attaching heavyadhesive logos made out ofunsuited material to the wingmay result in the revocationof the glider certification.OverloadingThe UP Ascent 2 is a very strongparaglider, and flying all the usual SIVand acro manoeuvres will not normallypose a structural problem. However,frequent acro training does acceleratethe ageing process dramatically, andUP recommends having wings that areoften used for acro or SIV-typemanoeuvres subjected to checkups atshorter intervals than normallystipulated.Salt waterIf you do most of your flying near thesea, where the air is humid and salty,the wing may age faster. In this casewe suggest you have it checked moreoften than prescribed in this manual.WARNING! Avoid flying in very humidair or in rain. A wet canopy mayhave very unpredictable flyingcharacteristics, one of which is aradically increased risk of deep stall!33

______________________________________________________________________________Maintenance andcleaningTaking care of yourparagliderThe wear and tear that your paraglidersuffers depends on a number of factors;how frequently it’s flown, whereabouts inthe world you fly it, how much UV it getsand how well you look after it. Bear inmind the following maintenance points.Pack the glider in a slightly differentway every time, so that it’s not alwaysthe same bit of material that gets themaximum exposure.Also, to avoid mechanical abrasion wesuggest you lay your wing on thecompression sack every time you packit. This protects the cloth and thecoating.Packing your UP Ascent 2The Ascent 2 design uses no Mylarreinforcements in the leading edge. Thismeans that you can pack it any way youprefer, the leading edges is unsusceptibleto packing damage. This doesn’t meanthat you can’t use the Mylar-protectingpacking method depicted here below:Illustration 8: Packing the UP Ascent 234

______________________________________________________________________________There is however a small trick you can useto be good to your new wing, see thefollowing illustrations:Then fold the sausage from the trailingedge forward…… all the way to the leading edge.Do NOT fold the leading edge under,as shown here above.Choose your own method of folding thewing into a narrow sausage.The leading edge should be on theoutside of the bundle when you arefinished – secure the bundle with thecompression strap.35

______________________________________________________________________________Paraglider fabricWe use a top grade polyamide cloth tobuild our paragliders, which has a specialprotective coating against UV radiationand air permeability. The cloth will sufferthough; if it’s exposed to large amounts ofUV (i.e. bright sunlight). Do not leave yourglider lying in the sun for any longer thanis absolutely necessary, only unpack andrig right before launching and do yourselfthe favour of repacking right after landing.Modern paraglider textiles have improvedmuch in terms of UV durability but UVexposure remains the deciding factor of aparagliders' life expectancy. First thecolours start to fade, then the coating andthe structural integrity of the syntheticfibres begins to deteriorate.On UP gliders the coated side of the clothis facing inwards. This means that thecoating is subjected to less mechanicalabrasion while the porosity-limitingcapabilities remain the sameWhen choosing an area to lay out theglider before launching, try to findsomewhere that is relatively free of stonesand sharp rocks. Pay particular attentionto the top surface, where it lies on theground.Never step on your glider – stepping on itwill weaken the cloth, especially if thesurface beneath it is hard or containssharp objects. We recommend keeping aneye on spectators on launch. Many,especially children, do not fully appreciatethe fragility of the lines and cloth. It isusually easy to explain this to spectatorsand parents.When folding your wing please make surethat there are no insects caught inside.Many insect species contain acids thatcould damage the cloth. Grasshoppersmay use their sharp mandibles to attemptto gnaw their way out of a folded canopy,making it full of holes in the process.Beside they exude a dark and strongcolorant that will stain the cloth ifgrasshoppers are packed inside. Shoothem off before packing. Note that,contrary to popular belief theseparticular insects are not attracted toany particular colours.If the glider gets wet, then dry it assoon as possible, but not in directsunlight! If you pack you wing awaywet it may grow mildewy and, if alsosubjected to heat, the fabric fibres maybegin to decompose.A new wing straight off the shelves isoften compressed hard. Thecompression serves to reduceshipping costs but should note berepeated once the wing has beenunpacked and flown for the first time.Also note that, in spite of it being acomfortable seat, the glider bag shouldnot be used as such.Should you accidentally put your UPAscent 2 into seawater rinse it outthoroughly with fresh water and dry itslowly in the shade (see ChapterCleaning).Paraglider linesThe lines used on the UP Ascent 2 arehigh grade sheathed Dyneema ® lines.Keep the following points in mind:• The lines should be checkedregularly for damage.• Please take care to avoidabrasion and damage to the lines'protective sheeting• The lines should not be knotted orbent unnecessarily.• The main brake line at the handleshould not have too many knots.Each knot weakens the line.• After any line over-stressing (treelandings, water landings and otherextreme situations) all lines mustbe checked for condition and36

______________________________________________________________________________length and should be replaced wherenecessary.BEWARE! If any change in flyingcharacteristics is noticed then thelines should be checkedpossibly exchanged.Immediately send your wing toUP International or to a UP certifiedchecking facility if you feel that somethingis wrong!Storage and transportA paraglider should always be dry whenpacked, but this is particularly importantafter the last flight of the season. But evena completely dry wing should still bestored open in a dry, clean and darkplace. If you do not have room for suchwinter storage we recommend you openall compression straps on the bag asmuch as possible and leave the bag lid offso that air can circulate around the packedcanopy. Make sure no mice or cats maketheir sleeping quarters in you wing, andkeep it well distant from solvents andacids. Petrol and other petrochemicals isespecially abrasive for nylon and willdissolve the cloth if allowed near.The storage temperature should bebetween 10 and 25 degrees Celsius, andthe relative humidity between 50 and 75%.Do not expose your UP Ascent 2 toextreme heat (storing it the boot of a carparked in the sun). The heat may causemoisture to be pressed through the fabric,thereby damaging the coating. Hightemperatures in combination with moistureare a particularly volatile mix that willaccelerate the hydrolysis process wherethe fibres and the coating aredecomposed.CleaningIf you feel it necessary to clean yourUP Ascent 2 at any time then use lotsof lukewarm water and a soft sponge.More stubborn stains can be cleanedwith a weak soap solution, and rinsedthoroughly. Then leave it to dry in ashady but well-ventilated area.BEWARE! Never use chemicalcleaning agents, brushes orhard sponges on thematerial, as these destroythe coating and affect thestrength of the cloth.The canopy will become porous andwill loose structural strength. Neverattempt to clean your paraglider in awashing machine. Even without usingdetergents the simple mechanicalabrasion will quickly finish the canopyand render it useless. Also avoiddipping it in a swimming pool; thechlorine will damage the cloth. If youMUST rinse the parachute, f.ex.following a sea water landing, do sowith a gentle spray with fresh water.Frequent spraying will accelerate theageing process.Replacing ASSreinforcementsDue to the ASS reinforcement systemthe Ascent 2 leading edge is veryrobust. Should a reinforcement battenbreak they are however very easy toreplace. Both ends of the pockets haveopenings to allow easy replacement,see the following illustration series tolearn how to do it yourself:37

______________________________________________________________________________Once you have removed the brokenbatten the new one must be entered intothe pocket. It makes no difference if youdo this from below or from above, but inthis example the new one is slotted in frombehind:Before pushing the batten all the way inwe recommend covering the end with a bitof tape. This protects the fabric fromabrasion damage in case the batten hassharp corners/edges.38

______________________________________________________________________________Checks and repairsParagliding is a wonderful sport;flying as free as a bird in the air,enjoying the peace andtranquillity. But the air is an alienenvironment that commandsrespect and a responsible attitudefrom the pilot. At UP we don’t just put ourknowledge and experience into thedevelopment of paragliders, but also intotheir maintenance, service and repairs toensure that you can fly safely at all times.Repairs or inspections must only becarried out by UP International or a UPapproved repair/checking facility.MaintenanceAll care and maintenance must be carriedout in accordance with UPrecommendations. To ensure that thishappens we strongly advise you to only letUP recognised service centres touch yourwing – this is also a prerequisite for theUP Warranty to be valid. So there’s a lotspeaking for letting UP, or a UP affiliate,look after your Ascent 2!Airworthiness CheckIn Germany and Austria all paraglidersmust be checked according to thefollowing time schedule:• 2 years after purchase• Every two years after that, or sooner ifprescribed by the UP checking facilityduring the last check• After 150 hours, or• After 100 FlightsThese limits have been set by the GermanFree Flight Federation (DHV) and makeno less sense for wings flown outside ofGermany/Austria. Contact your localdealer for information about thenearest UP approved checking facility.We will happily service the glider moreoften, if you feel that it is necessary.BEWARE! If any change inflying characteristics isnoticed then the linesshould be checked possiblyexchanged. Immediately sendyour wing to UP International orto a UP certified checking facility if youfeel that something is wrong!UP CraftsmanshipIn order to ensure that your UPAscent 2 maintains its very highinherent performance and safety wehighly recommend that you employUP, or a UP affiliate, with any repairsor maintenance. Our service staff istrained and skilled, and knows the UPwings better than anyone.UP WarrantyConditions and extent of the UPInternational Warranty can be found inthe following pages. For furtherinformation please ask UPInternational directly, or you localrepresentative. The UP importer inyour country is always delighted toclear any questions with you.National warrantyconditionsIn some countries the local lawsstipulate different warranty rules thanthose outlined here. Please note thatthese local rules only apply in thecountry where you have purchasedyour wing. Information about localrules and conditions are available fromyour local dealer.39

______________________________________________________________________________International UP warrantyWarranty conditions:The international UP warranty coversmaterial- and workmanship faults and isvalid for 24 months from the delivery date.It can be extended for a further 12 monthsby letting UP do all service andmaintenance, including the two-yearscompulsory check. Outside of Germanyand Austria UP-approved service centresmay perform these checks.The UP warranty covers the cost ofmaterials and workmanship on glidersaccepted by UP to fall under the warranty.The UP warranty does not cover damagecaused by accidents, or by changes madeto the glider. Likewise, parts that aredamaged due to normal wear and tear areexempt from warranty coverage. Fabriccolour changes that do not influence thebehaviour or safety of the wing are notcovered by the warranty, and neither arefaults caused by the exposure to solventsor salt water, or plain incorrect handling ofthe wing.For any warranty claim to be acceptedthe following conditions must beadhered to:• The paraglider was used undernormal circumstances and wasmaintained according to theinstructions given by UP International.Note that these include instruction forthe correct packing, storing andcleaning• The paraglider was only used inaccordance with its DHV certification• A complete logbook showing allflights, with duration and location,must be presented upon request• Only original UP spares have beenused, and only UP, or a UP affiliateservice centre, has performed repairsor service jobs on the paraglider• A complete, correct registrationcard has been filled in and sent toUP within 14 days of the purchase.Note that you may also registeryour paraglider with UP via the UPhomepagewww.up-paragliders.com>service >UP Product registrationUP reserves the right to refuse anyclaims not honouring one or several ofthese conditions. However, in somecases an “ex gratia” settlement may beoffered.Checking theUP Ascent 2According to German and Austrianaeronautical legislation (§ 14 Abs. 5LuftGerP) the owner of a glider cancheck the airworthiness by his own, orauthorise a third person (for examplemanufacturer/importer) to do this.To perform your own airworthinesscheck, UP International must give youa briefing. This briefing could be doneafter an agreement with UPInternational and is only valid for theUP Ascent 2. The owner gets the socalled"Nachprüfanweisung" aftercompleting a successful checking atUP International.Should the owner decide to check thewing by himself, or employ a 3 rd partyto do so they must make sure thatUP’s guidelines are adhered to. Failingto do so will void the certification.DHV and UP International highlyrecommend that you let themanufacturer/importer or a DHVaccepted service company do thecheck of airworthiness.40

______________________________________________________________________________Packing and checking ofthe rescue systemOnly by regularly having your rescueparachute repacked can you guarantee itsflawless operation! As with the glider, therescue parachute should be examinedevery 2 years by either the manufactureror an Authorised Service Centre. We offera certified service for re-packing, checkingand installing the parachute into yourharness. We will also carry out any repairsnecessary, all fully guaranteed.Sending the UP gliderand other UP productsThe best way to send your paraglider,rescue parachute, harness etc. to ourservice team is in a stable box via post orUPS. Enclose a note of what requiresdoing (2 Year Check, repair, repack etc.)and also your daytime contact details. Wewill return your equipment either by post orUPS. Please indicate preferred method ofpayment (either bank cheque or C o d)/Should you require any further informationabout the services we offer, pleasecontact us at the address and phonenumber below. We are also able to giveyou information about your nearestAuthorised Service Centre, as well asother manufacturers who are authorised tocheck and repair UP gliders andequipment.UP HomepageThe UP Homepage gives youinformation about the latest news andproducts from UP. You will find anytechnical information and accessoriesfor your UP Ascent 2, as well as manyuseful things that are necessary forflying.Beside paragliders, harnesses andflying equipment you will also find thenew “Skywear” collection with thelatest flying garments and the “News”section, which will keep you updatedwith all activities around UP.www.up-paragliders.comUP International GmbH-Abteilung Service-Kreuzeckbahnstraße 7D-82467 Garmisch-PartenkirchenEmail: service@up-paragliders.comTelefon: +49 (0) 88 21-7 30 99-19Fax: +49 (0) 88 21-730 99-1641

______________________________________________________________________________Some final wordsWith paragliding a fundamental new airsport has emerged; one that makesindependent flight possible for almosteverybody. The technical simplicity, themobility of the wing and the ease oflearning the basic flight techniques haveall combined to make paragliding appearsimple and straightforward.As long as you fly with the necessaryrespect for the demands and dangers,then these ideals of paragliding will befulfilled. You should decide for yourselfwhether conditions are suitable before youproceed with the flight. You should alwaysbe aware that any kind of air sport ispotentially dangerous if you overstep thenatural and physical laws, whether fromignorance or unreasonableness.“Probably there are only a few sportswhere success requires, besidesphysical fitness, understanding theprocesses in nature to such a highdegree - a fact which distinguishesparagliding as sport especially.”* Thecharm of flying lies in “understandingthe processes in nature”, because youhave to try again and again to fathomthe logic and fly with regard to thedecisions you make.If you want to realise the dream offlying, the dream of free movement inthe air, fly not to impress others - fly forthe sheer joy of it.We at UP wish you delightful, beautifuland accident free flying with your UPAscent 2.SEE YOU UP IN THE SKY –UP International* from Helmut Reichmann from the book"Streckensegelflug"42

______________________________________________________________________________AttachmentsLine Layout Plan ..................................................................................44DHV „Luftsportgeräte-Kennblatt“ UP Ascent 2 ....................................45Pre-flight check sheet ..........................................................................53Service BookletGlider- und Pilot data ...........................................................................55Used by the UP Service centre in connection with periodic service ....57Product registration card......................................................................59

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Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. im DAeCDHV/OeAeC-TechnikreferatLBA-anerkannte Prüfstelle für Hängegleiter und GleitsegelBeauftragter der österreichischen LuftfahrtbehördeHerstellerangaben zum Luftsportgeräte-KennblattGleitsegelI. Musterprüfung1. Gerätemuster: UP Ascent 2 XS2. Hersteller: UP International Sportartikel GmbHII. Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen1. Gerätemasse(kg): 5,12. Zulässiges Startmasse minimal (kg): 60 maximal (kg): 753. Anzahl der Sitze: 14. Klasse: 1-2 GH5. Gurtzeugbeschränkung: ja GH / GX6. Fußbeschleuniger: ja7. Trimmer: nein8. Projizierte Fläche (m²): 19,949. Windenschlepp: ja10. Tragegurtlängen (mm):Tragegurt A: Tragegurt B: Tragegurt C: Tragegurt D:normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570beschleunigt: 370 beschleunigt: 420 beschleunigt: 495 beschleunigt: 545

11. Leinenlängen (mm), von der Kappenmitte beginnend:Rib# A B C D E Bremse Rib#1 13 3-45 67 8-99 1111 13-1413 1615 1917 2219 2521 272325262712. Sonstige Besonderheiten:III. Betriebsanweisung in der Fassung vom: 01.01.2009Ort, Datum, Stempel und Unterschrift des Herstellers:Garmisch, den 16.10.2008Bearbeitungsvermerk DHV:Kennblatt geprüftam:von:

Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. im DAeCDHV/OeAeC-TechnikreferatLBA-anerkannte Prüfstelle für Hängegleiter und GleitsegelBeauftragter der österreichischen LuftfahrtbehördeHerstellerangaben zum Luftsportgeräte-KennblattGleitsegelI. Musterprüfung1. Gerätemuster: UP Ascent 2 S2. Hersteller: UP International Sportartikel GmbHII. Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen1. Gerätemasse(kg): 5,52. Zulässiges Startmasse minimal (kg): 70 maximal (kg): 903. Anzahl der Sitze: 14. Klasse: 1-2 GH5. Gurtzeugbeschränkung: ja GH / GX6. Fußbeschleuniger: ja7. Trimmer: nein8. Projizierte Fläche (m²): 22,399. Windenschlepp: ja10. Tragegurtlängen (mm):Tragegurt A: Tragegurt B: Tragegurt C: Tragegurt D:normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570beschleunigt: 370 beschleunigt: 420 beschleunigt: 495 beschleunigt: 545

11. Leinenlängen (mm), von der Kappenmitte beginnend:Rib# A B C D E Bremse Rib#1 13 3-45 67 8-99 1111 13-1413 1615 1917 2219 2521 272325262712. Sonstige Besonderheiten:III. Betriebsanweisung in der Fassung vom: 01.01.2009Ort, Datum, Stempel und Unterschrift des Herstellers:Garmisch, den 16.10.2008Bearbeitungsvermerk DHV:Kennblatt geprüftam:von:

Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. im DAeCDHV/OeAeC-TechnikreferatLBA-anerkannte Prüfstelle für Hängegleiter und GleitsegelBeauftragter der österreichischen LuftfahrtbehördeHerstellerangaben zum Luftsportgeräte-KennblattGleitsegelI. Musterprüfung1. Gerätemuster: UP Ascent 2 M2. Hersteller: UP International Sportartikel GmbHII. Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen1. Gerätemasse(kg): 5,92. Zulässiges Startmasse minimal (kg): 85 maximal (kg): 1053. Anzahl der Sitze: 14. Klasse: 1 GH5. Gurtzeugbeschränkung: ja GH / GX6. Fußbeschleuniger: ja7. Trimmer: nein8. Projizierte Fläche (m²): 24,759. Windenschlepp: ja10. Tragegurtlängen (mm):Tragegurt A: Tragegurt B: Tragegurt C: Tragegurt D:normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570beschleunigt: 370 beschleunigt: 420 beschleunigt: 495 beschleunigt: 545

11. Leinenlängen (mm), von der Kappenmitte beginnend:Rib# A B C Rib# D E Bremse Rib#1 7110 7050 7115 1 7260 7335 8115 23 7010 6950 7020 2 7185 7865 45 7005 6950 7010 3 7130 7210 7720 67 7080 7030 7085 4 7145 7665 89 7020 6970 7025 5 7130 7555 1011 6975 6930 6980 6 7130 7425 1213 6960 6910 6955 7 7155 7350 1415 6980 6930 6970 8 7235 7340 1616 6860 6795 6805 9 7140 7180 1818 6780 6725 6725 10 7100 7070 2019 6660 6620 6615 11 7030 7000 2220 6630 6590 6585 12 703521 6465 13 701022 6295 6265 6285 14 702515 686016 677018 664019 660012. Sonstige Besonderheiten:III. Betriebsanweisung in der Fassung vom: 01.01.2009Ort, Datum, Stempel und Unterschrift des Herstellers:Garmisch, den 15.01.2009Bearbeitungsvermerk DHV:Kennblatt geprüftam:von:

Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. im DAeCDHV/OeAeC-TechnikreferatLBA-anerkannte Prüfstelle für Hängegleiter und GleitsegelBeauftragter der österreichischen LuftfahrtbehördeHerstellerangaben zum Luftsportgeräte-KennblattGleitsegelI. Musterprüfung1. Gerätemuster: UP Ascent 2 L2. Hersteller: UP International Sportartikel GmbHII. Merkmale und Betriebsgrenzen1. Gerätemasse(kg): 6,32. Zulässiges Startmasse minimal (kg): 100 maximal (kg): 1253. Anzahl der Sitze: 14. Klasse: 1-2 GH5. Gurtzeugbeschränkung: ja GH / GX6. Fußbeschleuniger: ja7. Trimmer: nein8. Projizierte Fläche (m²): 26,439. Windenschlepp: ja10. Tragegurtlängen (mm):Tragegurt A: Tragegurt B: Tragegurt C: Tragegurt D:normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570 normal: 570beschleunigt: 370 beschleunigt: 420 beschleunigt: 495 beschleunigt: 545

11. Leinenlängen (mm), von der Kappenmitte beginnend:Rib# A B C D E Bremse Rib#1 13 3-45 67 8-99 1111 13-1413 1615 1917 2219 2521 272325262712. Sonstige Besonderheiten:III. Betriebsanweisung in der Fassung vom: 01.01.2009Ort, Datum, Stempel und Unterschrift des Herstellers:Garmisch, den 16.10.2008Bearbeitungsvermerk DHV:Kennblatt geprüftam:von:

Standard Einweisungskontrollblatt für neu gekaufte UPGleitschirmeKäufer Name/Vorname: ____________________________________________________Adresse: ________________________________________________________________Befähigungsnachweis Nr. :___________ neuer Gleitschirm, Typ:____________________Bisherige Anzahl Flüge: _____________ Seriennummer des Schirms:________________Folgende Übungen sollten am Übungshang unter Aufsicht absolviert werden:Auslegen und Sortieren der Leinen Durchführen mehrerer Starts Aufziehtechnik vorwärts und rückwärts Laufen mit gebremstem Schirm Aufziehen mit schlecht ausgelegtem Schirm Slalomlaufen Das Beherrschen der oben angeführten Manöver ist die Grundlage, um die Reaktionendes neuen Gleitschirmes kennenzulernen. Zugleich werden wichtige Reflexe eintrainiert,um den Schirm in turbulenter Luft angemessen handhaben zu können. UngewollteKlapper und andere extreme Flugzustände können dadurch reduziert bzw. wesentlichbesser beherrscht werden.Folgende Manöver sollten während Höhenflügen unter Aufsicht mit Funk mit dem neuenGleitschirm absolviert werden:Übungen:Einweisungen:Schnelle Kurvenwechsel Einweisung in das BeschleunigungssystemEnge Vollkreise in beide Richtungen Seitliches Einklappen mit Kurs halten Steilspirale Eventuellen Sackflug richtig ausleiten B-Leinen StallOhren anlegenDiese Übungen dürfen nur mit einem Rettungsgerät erfolgen. In Thermik und Turbulenzenkönnen alle diese Flugzustände plötzlich auftreten und es dient der eigenen Sicherheit,diese mit jedem Schirm neu zu erfliegen.Diese Übungen ersetzen nicht ein Sicherheitstraining, dessen Besuch wir jedem Pilotenim Interesse seiner eigenen Sicherheit empfehlen. Deine Flugschule kann Dir dies sicherbestätigen.Wir bestätigen, dass oben genannter Gleitschirm von uns testgeflogen wurde, und dieaufgeführten Manöver vom Käufer beherrscht werden:Unterschrift Fluglehrer: _____________________________________________________Unterschrift Käufer:________________________________________________________Ort / Datum: _____________________________________________________________

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