High Adventure BEAMER 3 User manual

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This manual must be read before you install the reserve!
This manual tells you how to use your reserve correctly. If you have any questions about using the reserve you
should contact High Adventure direct for an answer.
If you need a professional to pack or repair your reserve please contact your dealer or High Adventure.
INHALT
Safety information................................................................................................................................ 3
Technical Data ...................................................................................................................................... 3
intended purpose ................................................................................................................................. 4
operating limits..................................................................................................................................... 4
documents you should have................................................................................................................. 4
How to use the reserve ........................................................................................................................ 4
care and maintenance.......................................................................................................................... 4
storing................................................................................................................................................... 5
Packing and checking intervals............................................................................................................. 5
if damage is found ................................................................................................................................ 5
Repairs .................................................................................................................................................. 5
packing and installing instructions ....................................................................................................... 6
Installing in a harness reserve compartment ..................................................................................... 23
compatibility test................................................................................................................................ 24
preflight check .................................................................................................................................... 24

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SAFETY INFORMATION
This paraglider reserve must not be used for parachuting, free-falling or base jumping!
The user of this reserve system does so at his own risk. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any dam-
age to persons or property that may arise from the use of this reserve system. Flying behaviour can be negatively
affected when the parachute is wet (after a landing in water).
Deployment system warning: this parachute system has been tested and found compliant using the original man-
ufacturer's inner container. Use of any other inner container may produce different results, including failures.
It is essential that this reserve parachute is correctly installed in the harness and a compatibility test then carried
out by a suitably qualified person. Safe operation can only be guaranteed if the reserve has been installed correct-
ly.
TECHNICAL DATA
(*) Extended Weight Range
Although the EN/LTF flight tests showed a 3,7 m/sec descent rate at 100 Kg, our own experience also tells us that
highly loaded Rogallos, like conventional reserve parachutes, can lead to mirror flying or down-planing when com-
bined with the paraglider. This mainly happens with very stable and collapse resistant school gliders, or in very
steady throwing conditions such as training openings over water. The EN/LTF practical tests are always carried out
in separated configuration - without the troublesome paraglider. When developing our Rogallo reserve parachutes
we focus a lot of attention on the overall functioning spectrum, above all in connected condition (when the para-
glider is not cut away).
Despite the positive flight tests at more than 100kg we recommend that the extended weight range is only for use
by experienced “Rogallo pilots”, or in conjunction with a reliable cut-away system.
Manufacturer High Adventure AG
Wiesenbergstrasse 10
CH-6383 Dallenwil
Switzerland
Beamer 3 Beamer 3 light Beamer 3 S Beamer 3 light S
Area: 41.75 m² 41.75 m² 35.47 m² 35.47 m²
Weight: 1785 g 1370 g 1590 g 1180 g
Weight including inner container: 1835 g 1420 g 1640 g 1230 g
Volume: 4959 ccm 3837 ccm 4432 ccm 3324 ccm
No. of panels: 18 18 16 16
Max. Load: 130 kg 130 kg 90 (100)*kg 90 (100)*kg
Inspection ID: EP/RG 073.2013 EP/RG 101.2013 EP/RG 102.2013 EP/RG 104.2013

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INTENDED PURPOSE
Manually deployed emergency parachute for solo paraglider pilots.
OPERATING LIMITS
Maximum deployment speed: 115 km/h (32 m/s)
Packing interval:every 6 months; and each repacking should be recorded in the reserve packing record.
Inspection:We recommend that a full inspection is carried out every 24 months. This inspection should be record-
ed in the repacking record.
Certified operating life:12 years, extended to 14 years by inspections every 12 months.
Caution:the certified life depends very much on the style of use and quality of care of your Beamer 3 (acro, test
openings etc. can significantly reduce the reserve’s life). The Beamer 3 light is not suitable for use in the acro disci-
pline.
DOCUMENTS YOU SHOULD HAVE
•Owner’s manual
•Repacking and check record
HOW TO USE THE RESERVE
In an emergency give the reserve handle a determined pull. This will open the outer container and release the
inner container. Throw the inner container (the reserve is inside) far away with an energetic swinging action, let-
ting go of the reserve handle at the same time (it is fixed to the inner container – its job is over)!
The inner container is designed so that the lines stretch out first, followed by the reserve canopy. This makes sure
the canopy does not open too soon, and this minimises the risk of the reserve becoming tangled up with the para-
glider, the pilot, or anything else nearby (e.g. another flying machine if there has been a collision etc). For a fast
reserve opening the inner container needs enough speed after the pilot has thrown it. In general one can say: the
faster the throwing speed the faster will the reserve pay out and open.
The reserve inner container opens after it has been thrown. The strong throw, and/or the available airflow,
stretches out the lines, then the canopy, and the reserve will open.
When the reserve is fully open height above ground should first be assessed. If there is plenty of height available
the possibility of disabling the paraglider should be considered so as to minimise the problem of paraglider and
reserve scissoring (racing each other to the ground). If there’s not enough height for this the pilot should concen-
trate on the ground coming up and prepare for touchdown.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The Beamer 3 has been designed for high loads and extreme demands. Especially long-lived materials have been
chosen accordingly. To a great extent, however, the lifespan depends on the care and attention of the user and we
recommend that the reserve is regularly inspected for signs of wear - and that if any damage is found the Beamer
3 should be immediately returned for repair to High Adventure, or a workshop authorised by High Adventure.

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Pay special attention to the following advice:
•Do not leave the reserve out in the sun (UV radiation) unnecessarily.
•A wet or damp reserve should be completely unpacked and allowed to dry inside at room temperature, or
outside in the shade.
•Do not expose a packed reserve to large temperature changes, and do make sure it gets enough air circu-
lation in cars and building so that condensation does not form.
•Deal with the reserve carefully on the ground after an opening, or during SIV training.
•After contact with seawater the reserve must be thoroughly rinsed with fresh water.
•Only clean the reserve with fresh water, and a little neutral soap if required. Never use solvents.
Caution: Chemicals, cleaning agents, insects, stains etc. can affect the strength of the parts as much as physical
abuse.
STORING
Do not store the reserve anywhere near oils, fats, acids and dyes. It should be stored in a well ventilated, dry
space. Reserves that are not to be used for a long time should be stored unpacked.
PACKING AND CHECKING INTERVALS
The reserve must be aired every 6 months and repacked in accordance with the packing instructions. This will
ensure a reliable and fast opening every time. If the reserve gets wet, damp, or has been exposed to extreme heat
it must be aired straight away and repacked.
If the reserve is thrown in an emergency or during SIV training it should be inspected by the manufacturer or an
authorised service centre. The reserve should also be thoroughly checked by a qualified person if it gets overload-
ed (e.g. tree landing).
IF DAMAGE IS FOUND
If damage is discovered during a check the reserve should be sent to High Adventure for repair. This applies to any
damage where you cannot be certain that the reserve is still airworthy. Repairs must only be done by the manufac-
turer!
REPAIRS
Basically you are not allowed to repair a reserve yourself. The various seams and the lines are made with great
precision. Only the manufacturer or an authorised service organisation may do repairs, using original materials.