GRAVITY X maniac User manual

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USER MANUAL
GRAVITY Xmaniac
EN REV.V01 - 2020
X maniac_EN low B paraglider
MANUAL
EN REV.V01 – 2020
Copyright by:
GRAVITY airsports & more GmbH
Hütte 45
6345 Kössen / Austria
tel. [phone]
mail. [e-mail]
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GRAVITY airsports & more GmbH

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1 PRODUCT_................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 GRAVITY X maniac _ performance guaranteed .......................................................... 7
1.2 Pilot Profile ..............................................................................................................................9
1.3 Nature and environmentally friendly behaviour ..........................................................9
1.4 Use............................................................................................................................................ 10
1.5 Signboard............................................................................................................................... 10
2 POSSIBLE USE_..........................................................................................................................11
2.1 Motorised Paragliding ..........................................................................................................11
2.2 E-climbing assistance/ E-ascent aid................................................................................11
2.3 Towing winches......................................................................................................................11
3 THE DEFAULT SETTINGS_ ....................................................................................................12
4 SECURITY PRECAUTIONS_ ...................................................................................................13
5 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION_ ................................................................................................ 14
5.1 Short description ................................................................................................................. 14
5.2 Technical data Xmaniac_ ...................................................................................................15
5.3 Innovations on our Product_ ............................................................................................16
5.4 Colours and Design_............................................................................................................17
5.5 Riser belt .................................................................................................................................18
5.6 Speed/ acceleration system..............................................................................................19
5.7 TRANSPORTATION and STORAGE_..............................................................................19
6 THE FLIGHT_ ............................................................................................................................ 20
6.1 Flying experience ............................................................................................................... 20
6.2 Take-off.................................................................................................................................. 20
6.3 Turning .....................................................................................................................................21
6.4 Active flying ...........................................................................................................................21
6.5 Landing ....................................................................................................................................21
7 RAPID DECENT_ ......................................................................................................................22
7.1 „Big Ears“ ...........................................................................................................................22
7.2 B-Stall..................................................................................................................................22
7.3 Extreme flight manoeuvres ..............................................................................................23
7.4 Spiral Dive ..............................................................................................................................23
7.5 Wingover................................................................................................................................23
7.6 Front Collapse ......................................................................................................................24
7.7 Collapses ................................................................................................................................24

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7.8 Deep stall................................................................................................................................24
7.9 Full stall...................................................................................................................................24
7.10 Negative turn / spin............................................................................................................25
7.11 Emergency piloting/ control............................................................................................25
8 REPAIRS_ ...................................................................................................................................25
9 MAINTENANCE and CLEANING_........................................................................................25
9.1 Packing....................................................................................................................................26
9.2 Recycle....................................................................................................................................26
10 FLYING ACCESSORIES_....................................................................................................27
10.1 Xgear_ COMFORT IN ITS HIGHEST QUALITY ............................................................27
10.2 Xfusion _ guard, performance and quality - in a petite pack............................28
11 PRESUMTION OF RISK_.........................................................................................................29
12 LIABILITY DISCLAIMER_ .......................................................................................................29
13 SAFETY ADVICE and LIABILITY_...................................................................................29
14 LIABILITY EXEMPTION and WAIVER_ ........................................................................ 30
15 MAINTENANCE MANUAL_ .............................................................................................. 30
15.1 Subject to inspection and inspection intervals ...........................................................31
15.2 Who is authorized to check? ............................................................................................31
15.3 Rescue inspection equipment...........................................................................................31
15.4 Holes and cracks ...................................................................................................................31
15.5 Abrasion and expansions ..................................................................................................32
15.6 Tear resistance control ......................................................................................................32
15.7 Canopy porosity measurements .....................................................................................32
15.8 Connecting parts .................................................................................................................33
15.9 Lines.........................................................................................................................................33
15.10 Tensile strength values and tear resistance............................................................33
15.11 Checking line lengths and fixings.............................................................................. 34
15.12 Line length measurements: ......................................................................................... 34
15.13 Stitch/ Sewing control of trimming and settings................................................. 34
15.14 Miscellaneous....................................................................................................................35
16 IMPORTANT -> carried out inspections .......................................................................35

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SERVUS
There are those very special and rare scenes and encounters in time, when we indulge in the
present, feeling the now and simply pure joy. The GRAVITY team has devoted its efforts, work
and vision entirely to and around the pleasures and enjoyment to the art of flying. Not only
do we all live the spirit and mind-set of safety and freedom every day, we also want to share
it with as many people and like-minded airheads as possible! GRAVITY develops innovative
products for paragliding and offers a full-service range with the great desire to make our
products accessible to as many enthusiasts and sportsmen out there.
WE PROCLAIM
-> Secured and lasting enjoyment!
GRAVITY strives for the highest level of passive safety, with inspiring, performing and
convincing products that make you truly happy. Our products deliver reliably, supporting
and aiding the pilot even in more challenging conditions.
It’s simple that the fun factor increases significantly by reducing risk. Designing and
manufacturing products, applying high, latest technological standards, originality with long-
lasting quality.
AMBITIOUS DESTINATION
-> Exceeding what is already great!
“Innovation is a trusted, strong driver and successful progress the best vessel!” With this we
are aiming to improve, grow and develop personally and our devices every day. Evolving
and advancing on certain thoughts and ideas about the current state of a product, how to
improve safety and protection, including sustainability with fresh, out of the box angles and
approaches. We are proud of our work, savour uncompromising quality and love our sport.
The products are crafted and tested with utmost care, in order to create and maintain long
lasting quality.
THE HEART OF TRADE
-> man-kind
Managing the team responsibly and with care, treating our surroundings and nature with
respect comes just as natural to us as how we communicate with each individual customer
and pilot. The GRAVITY team and family keeps an authentic and plain management style.
Evident, direct structures enable active, empowered interactions and makes us dynamic and
flexible. We wish you many countless, lasting, impressive explorations and moments with your
GRAVITY product.
Stefan Berger
owner & sales

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PAY ATTENTION_
This operating manual is an important part of the aircraft. Please study and revise it well and
in detail, due to the fact that there is a legal OBLIGATION to deal with the air sports device
and its special features prior commissioning it. The manual is intended to make the use
of the
GRAVITY Xmaniac
as safe and easy as possible.

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1 PRODUCT_
1.1 GRAVITY X maniac _ performance guaranteed
Xmaniac is a light version XC wing lifting every pilot to the next level with maximum safety.
Our goal during the developing phase was to get a direct, low-end B-glider with the highest
and optimal feel-good-factor. Xmaniac was designed to remain tolerant when in extreme
conditions, precise and delivering performance and speed straight to the point when handled,
equipped with the latest technologies and a shark nose ensuring higher stability.
This glider will greatly inspire and enthuse every distance hunter from beginner to
experienced, who wants to go on explorations and adventures, gliding for long hours and
distances. The smooth operating and appealing behaviour is now fortified with more
performance and great reserves when it comes to safety – and also with a noticeable
intensification in speed.
The lustrous wing glides smoothly in mid-air and stays unruffled even in turbulent air. The
Xmaniac is easily centered through its precise and direct handling. You can already grasp the
harmonious development and the well-balanced overall concept of the Xmaniac when
launching the glider, experiencing an relaxed and easy-going take-off.
Illustration 01_ GRAVITY Xmaniac

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Chief-Designer Ernst Strobl optimised the aspect ratio of the wing in multiple steps and layers.
The vast span of this sweet-tempered, or let’s even call it forgiving, wing-concept allowed
high increase in performance. The Xmaniac 5 is equipped with a shark nose which gives more
stability at higher speeds. The 3D shaping gives the cell opening area a dynamic tension and
enhances - in combination with the Precision Profile Nose (PPN) - the shape accuracy in the
nose-area. Elaborate planning and calculations of the pre-tensioning and a precise ballooning
help the profile to the perfect inflow. The High Pressure Crossport Design optimizes the lateral
aeration of the cross ports and creates a balanced internal pressure of the wing. The line setup
is very straight-forward with only 3 main lines. The line levels are color-coded, which helps a
lot when sorting them and also during the flight.
Illustration 02_ GRAVITY Xmaniac
When choosing the ideal and most suitable mix of materials, we put the focus on maximum
durability and lasting performance. The top-materials Dokdo 30 and Dokdo 20 create an
evenly light weight and high abrasion strength. Especially during the sometimes harsh
conditions of schooling and training, this special material mix for long-term durability,
optimizes the shape retention enduringly. An easy-going and manageable line-concept with
few main lines guarantees easy handling and a good overview during ground handling.

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1.2 Pilot Profile
The Xmaniac is a cross-country wing that is safe and secures that any beginner reaches a new
level when it comes to flying and improvement. A real low-end B-wing that surprises with its
strong and lasting performance. The Xmaniac is known for its excellent climbing properties,
in addition the new concept enabled a significant increase in speed.
Illustration 03_ GRAVITY Xmaniac
1.3 Nature and environmentally friendly behaviour
We ask you to perform our sport in a manner, that impacts nature and environment with
minimum intensity or as little as possible. Please do not walk off-track paths, don`t leave any
waste, don’t make noise uselessly and respect the sensitive biological habitat in the mountains
or any nature surroundings. Especially at take-off areas maximum care for nature is necessary.

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1.4 Use
The X Maniac was built exclusively for single-seat use and is a light air sports device with an
empty space of less than 120 kg in the paraglider division. The X Maniac has been type tested
and classified according to LTF / EN - B. Sampling Inspection
The approval of the product was carried out and conducted according to current legal
requirements and specifications:
• Test guideline: LTF 91/09 & EN 926 -1:2016, 926-2:2013
• Test Centre: Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. im DAeC
1.5 Signboard
The essential and relevant product data is positioned on each product by default and in
accordance to the admission office. In the case of the entire GRAVITY paraglider range these
are visibly placed are the centre of the canopy.
Illustration 04_ Signboard
WARNING! Read and understand the owner’s manual
of this paraglider before operation.
LTF 91/09 & EN 926-1:2006, 926-2:2013
DHV, Am Hoffeld 4, 83703 Gmund a. Tegernsee
Paraglider:
Gleitschirm:
Conformity:
Geprüft von:
Te s t S ta n d a r d:
Prüfrichtlinie:
Te s t C en t e r :
Prüfstelle:
Serial No.:
Werk Nr.:
Date:
Datum:
Prod. Dat.
Prod. Dat.
Xmaniac SM
LTF / EN - B
1
75 - 96
75 - 88 KG
21, 3 3 m 2
4+1
YES / JA
16 0 M M
YES / JA
15 0 H 2 4 M O N. / 150STD 24MON.
Yes / JA
NO / NEIN Weight:
Gewicht: KG
Test-flown by / Eingeflogen von :
Periodic inspection / Nachprüfung:
Repairs / Reparaturen: Date / Datum:
Gravity-Paragliders GmbH Hütte 45 | A 6345 KÖSSEN [e-mail]
CONTACT
Te s t R e f e r e n c e - N o :
Musterprüf-Nr.:
Te s t R e f e r e n c e - N o :
Musterprüf-Nr.:
Class:
Klasse:
Number of seats:
Anzahl Sitze:
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Empfohlenes Startgewicht:
Erweitertes Startgewicht:
Extended Start weight:
Projected Area:
Projizierte Fläche:
Number of risers:
Anzahl Traggurte:
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max.way of accelaration:
Beschleunigerweg:
Suitable for schooling:
Schulungstauglichkeit:
Periodic inspection after:
Regelmässig Nachprüfung nach:
Towing:
Windenschlepp:
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