GRAVITY Xceed User manual

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Xceed_ DGAC paramotor wing
MANUAL
EN REV.V01 – 2020
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1 PRODUCT_ ...........................................................................................................................................7
1.1 GRAVITY Xceed_ innovation is the best driver ...................................................................7
1.2 Pilot Profile...................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 Use ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.4 Signboard ........................................................................................................................................ 11
2 POSSIBLE USE_ ................................................................................................................................ 12
2.1 Motorised paragliding ................................................................................................................ 12
2.2 Towing winches............................................................................................................................ 12
3 THE DEFAULT SETTINGS_............................................................................................................ 12
4 SECURITY PRECAUTIONS_...........................................................................................................14
5 DEVICE DESCRIPTION_ ................................................................................................................. 15
5.1 Short description ......................................................................................................................... 15
5.2 Risers ...............................................................................................................................................16
5.3 Speed system................................................................................................................................ 17
5.4 Trimmer........................................................................................................................................... 17
5.5 3D Steering – Brake and Stabi................................................................................................ 23
5.6 Technical Data Xceed _ ............................................................................................................24
5.7 Colours and Design_ .................................................................................................................. 25
5.8 Environmental aspects.............................................................................................................. 26
5.9 TRANSPORTATION and STORAGE_ .................................................................................... 26
6 THE FLIGHT_ .................................................................................................................................... 27
6.1 Flying experience........................................................................................................................ 27
6.2 Take-off.......................................................................................................................................... 27
6.3 Turning flight................................................................................................................................ 28
6.4 Active flying.................................................................................................................................. 28
6.5 Landing .......................................................................................................................................... 28
7 RAPID DESCENT_ ........................................................................................................................... 29
7.1.1 „Big Ears“....................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1.2 B-Stall......................................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Extreme flight manoeuvres......................................................................................................30
7.3 Spiral dive......................................................................................................................................30
7.4 Wingover .......................................................................................................................................30
7.5 Full Frontal..................................................................................................................................... 31
7.6 Collapses......................................................................................................................................... 31

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7.7 How to avoid collapses .............................................................................................................. 31
7.8 Deep stall....................................................................................................................................... 32
7.9 Full stall .......................................................................................................................................... 32
7.10 Negative spin ............................................................................................................................... 33
7.11 Emergency piloting/ control ................................................................................................... 33
8 REPAIRS_...........................................................................................................................................34
9 MAINTENANCE and CLEANING_ ...............................................................................................34
9.1 Packing........................................................................................................................................... 35
9.2 Recycle........................................................................................................................................... 35
10 FLYING ACCESSORIES_...........................................................................................................36
10.1 Xfusion _ guard, performance and quality - in a petite pack ....................................... 36
11 PRESUMPTION OF RISK_ ............................................................................................................. 37
12 LIABILITY DISCLAIMER_............................................................................................................... 37
13 SAFETY NOTE and LIABILITY_ .............................................................................................. 38
14 LIABILITY EXEMPTION and WAIVER_................................................................................. 38
15 MAINTENANCE MANUAL_ ...................................................................................................... 39
15.1 Subject to inspection and inspection intervals ................................................................. 39
15.2 Who is authorized to check?................................................................................................... 39
15.3 Rescue inspection equipment................................................................................................. 39
15.4 Holes and cracks ........................................................................................................................ 40
15.5 Abrasion and expansions ........................................................................................................ 40
15.6 Tear resistance control ............................................................................................................ 40
15.7 Canopy porosity measurements ........................................................................................... 40
15.8 Connecting parts..........................................................................................................................41
15.9 Lines .................................................................................................................................................41
15.10 Tensile strength values and tear resistance...................................................................42
15.11 Checking line lengths and fixings......................................................................................42
15.12 Line length measurements: ................................................................................................. 42
15.13 Stitch/ Sewing control of trimming and settings.........................................................43
15.14 Miscellaneous...........................................................................................................................43
16 IMPORTANT -> carried out inspections...............................................................................43

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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 Xceed
as safe and easy as possible.

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1 PRODUCT_
1.1 GRAVITY Xceed_ innovation is the best driver
The Xceed is amongst the first gliders newly conceptualized and designed to also operate
with electric motors and units. The engine’s efficiency itself often only plays a minor role,
when flying a paramotor combustion engine – whereas it is key when flying an electrical
engine.
Illustration 01_ GRAVITY Xceed
Xceed is a resourceful aircraft to acquire skills further on reflex wings. With increasing speed
the reflex effect enhances by modifying the profile, enabling the pilot an ideal introduction of
the reflex technology. It offers immense enjoyment and pleasure aspects already from the
beginning as the handling is truly simple. The Xceed is equipped with Tip-Steering making up
for a comfortable and stress-free take-off with no wind already at morning dew. Electric
mobility is already the future of today’s mobility. The Xceed is the first motorized paraglider
that was also designed and built for electrical operation. While the energy efficiency of the
wing only plays a secondary role in the combustion engine, it ensures an elementary
performance increase in the electric actuator. The Xceed is a truly diverse and versatile cruiser
with which you can grow your skills, developing them further. This is guaranteed by a variable
reflex profile, which adapts linearly as the speed increases and thus offers the perfect entry
into the reflex class for those wanting to shift. Even ambitious pilots can accelerate the fun

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factor when flying the Xceed. The resourceful Xceed offers immense enjoyment and pleasure
aspects already from the beginning as the handling is truly simple. The Xceed is equipped
with Tip-Steering making up for a comfortable and stress-free take-off with no wind already
at morning dew.
Illustration 02_ GRAVITY Xceed
Chief designer Ernst Strobl strikes the balance ideally between high performance and
maximum safety with the Xceed. The wing has been equipped with the latest technological
features. The shark nose specially calculated for the reflex profile reinforces the high stability
of the profile in turbulent air and ensures a larger angle of attack. The PPN and a 3D shape
(3DS) give the wing increased profile accuracy along the leading edge. The High Pressure
Crossport Design (HPCD) optimizes the cross ventilation of the crossports and creates a
balanced internal pressure of the wing. Miniribs (MRB) and the Brake Gathering System (BGS)
ensure efficient transmission of the brakes in the rear area. The line geometry is based on a
comparatively large number of starting points in order to ensure that the wing maintains the
required shape despite the variable profile. In addition, the surface load on the individual
suspension points is minimized, which means that the line diameters can be optimized. The
shoulder strap is equipped with a trimmer and a smooth-running accelerator. The innovative

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ergonomic bar handle for the tip steering can be perfectly integrated into the shoulder strap
using magnets. The Xceed was developed together with Paramotor professional and took
over two years in its realisation, implementing extensive know-how from training, evaluation
and competing. Low cap weight with a long service life and durability- this is promised by the
smart material mix in combination with the high quality of the PROGRESS. The wing is made
of 100% Skytex premium fabric. The best abrasion resistance in combination with selective
reinforcements lead to permanent form stability and a long service life. The Xceed is the
perfect choice for pilots who want to develop their skills further and wanting to grow with
drive and who value maximum safety. The versatile semi-reflex wing offers beginners a
comfortable introduction and entry into the fascinating world of motorized paragliding. The
cruiser delivers high energy efficiency, which is particularly evident when it comes to thermals
and soaring. The economic performance profile ensures a wide range of speeds, with which
even ambitious pilots can accelerate their fun factor.
1.2 Pilot Profile
The Xceed is the perfect choice for pilots who want to develop their skills as well as
themselves further with passion and ambition, while valuing value maximum safety. The
versatile semi-reflex wing offers a comfortable entry into the fascinating world of motorized
paragliding. The cruiser delivers high energy efficiency which is particularly evident in the
thermals and comes into play with soaring. The economic performance profile ensures a wide
range of speeds, with which even ambitious pilots can accelerate their fun factor. The Xceed
is based on the latest development knowledge and is therefore at the maximum of the safety
standard in its class. We ask you to always pursue aviation with the proper cautiousness and
respect. This includes profound, extensive flight preparation as well as the examination of
meteorological conditions and the proper evaluation of the weather situation. Act defensively
and proactive at all times!
Remember that increasing fun by reducing risks!
Illustration 03_ GRAVITY Xceed

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The easy handling of the Xceed comes into play right from the very beginning. Almost, as if
pushing a button, the wing rises over the pilot with only a slight impulse and aligns itself
independently.
Illustration 04_ GRAVITY Xceed
Due to the excellent gliding capability even in the lower speed range, the Xceed reaches flight
ability very quickly, which means that only a minimal take-off is necessary to take off. Since
the conditions of motorized paragliding are often impeded due to increased load, a lot of
emphasis was placed on reliable take-off behaviour. Even with no wind in wet morning dew,
the Xceed starts impressively easy. In flight, the wing offers very precise handling and cuts
through the air like a blade - the control pressures are kept very low. The Xceed is equipped
with tip steering. Known from the field of competition, the control of the outer wing ensures
a very efficient transmission of the control impulses and thus a significantly lower energy and
performance loss and air resistance.