MAC PARA Eden 5 Series User manual

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Contents
GENERAL................................................................................................................... 3
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................... 5
RISERS....................................................................................................................... 8
MATERIALS................................................................................................................ 9
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 10
HARNESS................................................................................................................. 10
CHECK ON A NEW PARAGLIDER .......................................................................... 11
SETTING UP THE CONTROLS................................................................................ 11
FLYING THE EDEN 5 ............................................................................................... 13
EXTREME FLYING MANOEUVRES ........................................................................ 23
RAPID DESCENTS................................................................................................... 26
GOLDEN RULES ...................................................................................................... 28
LOOKING AFTER YOUR PARAGLIDER.................................................................. 29
FULL LINE LENGTHS .............................................................................................. 31
LINE PLANS ............................................................................................................. 32
LINE PLAN EDEN 5.................................................................................................. 33
LINE LENGTHS ........................................................................................................ 34
MANUAL FOR PARAGLIDER CHECKS................................................................... 36
TREATING NATURE WITH RESPECT .................................................................... 37
CHECKS ................................................................................................................... 38
TEST FLIGHT CERTIFICATE................................................................................... 39
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................... 39

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GENERAL
Dear MAC PARA pilot
We congratulate you on your purchase of a MAC PARA paraglider. Extensive development
work and numerous tests make the Eden 5 a very high performance paramotoring glider
with maximum possible safety. The Eden 5 is constructed for thermal and cross-country
flying, and will enable pilots to get maximum enjoyment. The Eden 5 offers very easy
inflation and simple ground-handling characteristics by take off, excellent handling in flight
and easy landing. Please read this manual carefully before you start, this way you will get
the most out of your glider. MAC PARA wish you many pleasant flights with your Eden 5.
Please read this manual carefully and note following details:
Paragliding is a sport, which demands, besides the optimum equipment, a high degree of
attentiveness, good judgement, and theoretical knowledge. Paragliding can be a
dangerous sport, which may lead to injury and death. This paraglider meets at the time of
delivery requirements of the EN (European Norm) 926 or LTF (German Certificate of
Airworthiness). Any alternations to the paraglider will render its certification invalid! The use
of this paraglider is solely at the user’s own risk! Manufacturer and distributor do not accept
any liability. Pilots are responsible for their own safety and their paraglider airworthiness.
The paraglider carries no warranty! The author assumes that the pilot is in possession of a
valid paragliding licence for glider’s category, insurance etc.
Before delivery, as well as during production, each paraglider goes through a strict visual
inspection, and is test-flown by your dealer. Stamps on the placard, together with a
completed test-flight certificate, confirm this. Check that the paraglider has been test-flown
before your first take-off. If it has not, consult your dealer.
Any inadequate use or misuse increases the risks considerably. The Eden 5 must not be
used outside the certified weight range. The Eden 5 must not be used during rain or snow-
fall. The Eden 5 must not be used in high or gusty winds. The Eden 5 must not be used in
cloud and fog. The Eden 5 must not be used by pilots without sufficient knowledge or
experience.
If, after carefully reading this handbook, you still have questions, suggestions or criticism
regarding this product do not hesitate to contact your dealer or us. We will be glad to help
and advice.
MAC PARA wish you many pleasant flights with your
Eden 5
Version 2.1 Stand 18.12.2013

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OPERATING LIMITS, OVERALL PLAN
Operating limits
The Eden 5 is light sport aircraft with an empty weight of less than 120 kg in the category
paraglider. The Eden 5 has been tested in according to EN926-2 by certification laboratory
European Para Academy to EN-B category for paragliding . The Eden 5 is certified for solo
flight. The Eden 5 has been load and shock-tested and passed with a load corresponding
to 8G of the maximum weight in flight 145 kg. Its flying tests have shown that the glider
remains stable and controllable over a wide range of normal and abnormal flight
conditions. Nevertheless, turbulence and gusting winds can lead to a partial or complete
collapse of the canopy. Therefore never fly in such conditions.
Any changes made to this paraglider invalidate the certificate of airworthiness.
Overall plan
Trailing edge
Leading edge
Brake handle Main karabineer
Rapid links
Main lines
Riser
Main brake line
Brake line
Stabilizer line
Top surface Bottom surface Glider’s label on the
central main rib
Stabilizer

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Construction of the canopy:
The canopy of the EDEN 5 consists of 52 cells over the wingspan. The wingtips are slightly
pulled down and this produces a kind of stabilizer. The Eden 5 is combination of two and
third rib diagonal-construction paraglider. Every second or third main rib is attached to the
3 or 4 suspension lines. Between these main suspension ribs, intermediate ribs are
suspended by diagonal ribs. These diagonal ribs lead to top surface of canopy. This
construction ensures a smooth top surface and precise airfoil reproduction. The internal
reinforcements maintain the precise form of the canopy and provide stability. The cell
openings on the under-surface of the profile’s nose provide airflow into the glider. Stretch
resistant flares, integrated with diagonal ribs at the suspension points, ensure an even
distribution of load throughout the canopy. A stretch resistant Mylar reinforcements
combined with plastic rods on the leading edge help to keep airfoils in right shape and this
guarantees a high level of stability. Large cross spots allow effective airflow inside the
canopy, providing good re-inflation without reducing the profile accuracy. The Eden 5 is
made of the proven Nylon fabrics Porcher Sport Skytex Rip-stop 9017 E32A, 9017 E38A
and 9017 E29A. Like any synthetic material, this can deteriorate through excessive
exposure to UV.
Rigging system:
The lines of the Eden 5 are made of proven strong and stretch resistant covered
Aramid/Kevlar lines and non covered Dynema and Vectran lines. The entire rigging system
comprises individual suspension lines looped and stitched at each end. The sheathed
Aramid and unsheathed Dynema and Vectran lines cascade unsheated lines have
strengths from 65 kg up to 280 kg.
The suspension lines are comprised of “cascaded top lines” (attached to the under-
surface),”cascaded middle lines” (cascade 2 to 2 top lines together on middle main lines),
and “main lines”. Main lines lead to the “quick link” (a Maillon which connects lines and
risers). The “stabilizer lines” connect the upper stabilizer lines on the outer suspension
points with the quick link. The”brake lines” are not load carrying suspension lines. They
lead from the trailing edge of the canopy to the main brake lines and run through the
pulleys on the C-risers to the brake handles.

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
A mark on the main brake line indicates the position of the brake handle. This adjustment,
on the one hand, allows sufficient brake to be applied during extreme flying situations and
when landing, while on the other hand, this ensures that brakes are not permanently
applied to the canopy (especially when fully accelerated). This trimming should not be
altered. For differentiation purposes the main A-lines are coloured red, the main brake lines
are orange, all remaining main lines are yellow. Also the main suspension loop, on the
bottom of the riser, is covered red. This is where the main karabiner should be hooked in,
which then in turn connects the risers to the harness.
The Eden 5 is equipped with 4 risers per side (A, A1, B, C). The two central A-lines per
side are attached to the main A-risers while outermost A main lines are attached to A1
risers. The 3 B-main lines and the stabilizer lines are attached to the B-riser. The
3 C-main lines to the C-riser. The main brake lines leads through the pulleys on the C riser.
The line connections are made to triangular Maillons (quick links) fitted with a rubber ”o-
ring” in the form of a ”figure eight” which prevents any slipping of the lines on the quick link.
See line plan for details.
Speed system:
The Eden 5 is equipped with a stirrup operated speed-system, which returns automatically
to normal position when the stirrup is released. The serial risers of the Eden 5 have a
lockable trimmer for accelerated flight by paramotoring.
The speed system affects the A-, A1- and B- risers and changes the angle of attack. In
normal flight all risers have an overall length of 49,5 cm without quick links. When the
stirrup is pushed out the A-risers are shortened by up to a maximum of 14 cm, the
A1-risers are shortened by up to a max of 14 cm, the B-risers by up to a max. of 11
cm, the C-risers retain their original length. These measurements influence the
certification! An incorrectly fitted speed system causes loss of certification!
Most modern harnesses have pulleys attached for speed system fitting. In case not, it is
important to attach pulleys (sewn on tabs) in such a way that they allows the pilot to
maximize the power vector of his / her legs without ”pushing back” in the harness.
The Eden 5 speed system, including Brummel-hooks supplied, must be assembled as per
instructions. The speed system cord is firmly attached (use bowline or other nonslip knot)
to the foot stirrup (webbing or alloy bar). The other end of the cord is run through a pulley
on the harness and then in an upward direction to be then firmly attached to the Brummel-
hooks! The length of the cord leading to the stirrup should be adjusted so that it is easy to
put your feet into the stirrup in flight but still short enough to allow full speed system travel.
(Use of 2 stirrups in a ladder fashion can enable you to reach the full range if your legs are
not long enough.) Ensure both cords on the stirrup are of equal length, to avoid putting a
turn in the glider.

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Trimmers:
The Eden 5 PPG has a wider in flight speed range due to the range of different trimmer
settings. The trimmers have a acceleration range of 5cm. On the faster setting (trimmers
fully open and extended) the Eden 5’s speed increases.On lower trimmer setting (neutral –
trimmer pulled all the way down), the wing is in the adjustment of EN-B certification.
It is important to check and set the trimmers in the same position for each riser before take-
off and in flight to avoid unwanted turns.
The speed of the Eden 5 with closed trimmers (trimmers pulled all the way down) is around
39-42km/h with a relatively low effort of the engine. With additional brake pressure the
cruising speed is around 34-37 km/h. This will give you the best sink rate and requires the
least amount of thrust from your engine for level flight. This position is ideal for economy
navigation tasks.
With the trimmers fully open the speed is around 42-45 km/h. You will notice the main
brakes will become harder to pull. This is normal. With fully released trimmers the canopy
becomes more solid. To fly at maximum speed with your Eden 5, fully release trimmers
and push the speed bar out all the way by pushing on it with your feet. The maximum
speed is around 54-57km/h.
Note! The Eden 5 is not certified in this configuration! Accelerator may be
used only with closed trimmers. You must expect higher fuel consumption
in accelerated flight.
WARNING! Do not use the brakes when the Eden 5 is fully accelerated with trimmers
all the way open and speed bar pushed all the way out.
WARNING! For free flight the red colored riser`s loops must be connected to the
main main carabiners together with the loops of the trimmers. The trimmer strap
must be pulled all the way down. It is the default - Neutral position. See pictures
below.
Paramotoring Paragliding

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RISERS
Riser`s lenghts of Eden 5
A A1 B C
Trimsetting - Neutral 520 520 520 520
Trimmers released 520 520 520 570
Accelerated (Neutral) 380 380 410 520
The lengths are measured from the main attachment point to the lower edge of rapid links.

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MATERIALS
Tissue
(PORCHER SPORT, Rue du Ruisseau B.P. 710,38290 ST. QUENTIN FALLAVIER, FRANCE)
Top Sail - Leading Edge - SKYTEX 40 E32A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m2
Top Sail - Trailing Edge - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m2
Bottom Sail - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m2
Main ribs, Diagonals - SKYTEX 40 E29A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m2
Ribs - SKYTEX 40 E38A - 100% nylon 6.6 , 33 Dtex, 40 g/m2
Reinforcement main ribs - Grille Polyester 200 g/m2
Reinforcement Ribs - W382 Polyester 180 g/m2
Lines
(EDELMAN+RIDDER+CO. Achener Weg 66, D-88316 ISNY IM ALLGEAU, GERMANY)
Upper lines, Stabilizer. - Aramid A-6843-065, Breaking Load 65 kg
Upper lines, Middle cascade C - Aramid A-6843-080, Breaking Load 80 kg
Upper lines, Middle cascade A,B - Aramid A-7343-140, Breaking Load 140 kg
Main lines C1 - Aramid/Polyester A-7343-190, Breaking Load 190 kg
Main lines A1,B1,C2,C3 - Aramid/Polyester A-7343-230, Breaking Load 230 kg
Main lines A2,A3,B2,B3 – Aramid/Polyester A-7343-280, Breaking Load 280 kg
Wing tip line - Aramid/Polyester A-7343-090, Breaking Load 90 kg
Main brake line - Dynema/Polyester A-7850-240, Breaking Load 240 kg
( Rosenberger Tauwerk GmbH, Poststr. 11, D95192 Lichtenberg, GERMANY)
Upper lines A,B - Liros Dynema - DC 100, Breaking Load 100 kg
(Cousin Trestec, Comines CEDEX, France)
Brakelines - top cascade - Vectran – 0,6mm Breaking Load 50 kg
Top cascade lines C,D, Brake lines - Vectran – 0,9mm Breaking Load 115 kg
Brakelines - Vectran – 1,2mm Breaking Load 145 kg
Attachment straps
(STUHA a.s., DOBRUSKA, Opočenská 442, 518 01 Dobruška CZECH REPUBLIC)
STAP-POLYESTERBRIDLE 13 mm, Breaking Load 70 kg
Risers
(Cousin Trestec, 8 rue Abbé Bonpain 59 117 Wervicq-sud France, FRANCE)
Aramid-Polyester 3455 12 mm Breaking Load 1100 kg
Thread
(AMANN SPONIT ltd, Dobronická 635, 148 25 PRAHA 4, CZECH REPUBLIC)
Lines-SYNTON 60, Main lines-SERABOND 60, Canopy-SYNTON 40, Riser-SYNTON 20
Rapid links
(ELAIR SERVIS, Axmanova 3913/9,767 01 KROMERIZ, CZECH REPUBLIC)
NIRO TRIANGLE 200 - Max. Load 200 kg
Rigifoils
(MERKUR SLOVAKIA s.r.o.,Kamenné pole 4554/6,031 01 Liptovský Mikuláš, SLOVAKIA)
Rigifoils - Bison - Kopolyamid 6/12 2,00 mm/2,7 mm

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
High Performance Eden
5
Eden
5
Eden
5
Eden
5
Eden
5
Eden
5
Size 22 (XS) 24 (S) 26 (M) 28 (L) 30 (XL) 33 (XXL)
Zoom flat [%] 87 92 95,7 100 104 108
Area flat [m
2
]21,78 23,80 25,75 28,12 30,41 33,41
Area projected [m
2
]19,45 21,25 23,00 25,11 27,16 29,83
Span flat [m] 11,04 11,55 12,01 12,55 13,05 13,68
Span projected [m] 9,28 9,71 10,10 10,55 10,97 11,5
Aspect ratio flat - 5,6 5,6 5,6 5,6 5,6 5,6
Rootcord [m]2,422,532,632,752,863,00
Cells - 52 52 52 52 52 52
Weight [kg] 4,7 4,95 5,2 5,6 6,0 6,4
Weight range-free flying* [kg] 60-75 67-85 75-95 85-110 105-130 115-145
Weight range-free flying* [lbs] 132-165 148-187 165-209 187-243 231-287 254-320
Min.speed [km/h] 23-25 23-25 23-25 23-25 23-25 23-25
Max.speed [km/h] 36-38 36-38 36-38 36-38 36-38 36-38
Top speed (accelerator) [km/h] 48-50 48-50 48-50 48-50 48-50 48-50
Glide ratio - 9,7 9,7 9,7 9,7 9,7 9,7
Min. Sink rate [m/s] 1,05 1,05 1,05 1,05 1,05 1,05
Weight range - PPG** [kg] 100-125 110-137 120-148
Weight range - PPG** [lbs] 220-275 242-302 265-326
no
homologation
no
homologation
no
homologation
* free flying pilot equipped = weight naked + cca. 20 Kg (44 lbs)
** powered pilot equipped = weight naked + cca. 35 - 40 Kg (77- 88 lbs)
HARNESS
The Eden 5 is certified for free flying with GH type certified ABS harnesses. Nearly all
harnesses available on the market are „GH“ type. These harnesses have the distance
between the seat plate and carabineers 42-47 cm depending on the size of the harness .
Please note: the hang point position changes the position of the brakes relative to the
pilot’s body.
The distance between carabineers (adjustable on chest strap ) is 42 cm for the glider sizes
S and M , 44 cm for the glider size L, 46 cm for the glider sizes XL and XXL. Differences of
more than 5cm change the basic characteristics of the glider and are potentially
dangerous.
Nearly all on the market ABS harnesses are "GH" harnesses and suitable for the Eden 5.
These “GH“harnesses are different to “GX“ harnesses, which have a lower attachment
point for the main karabiners and effective cross bracing. The Eden 5 was not tested with
harnesses with an effective cross bracing system.

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CHECK ON A NEW PARAGLIDER
Before delivery, as well as during production, each paraglider goes through a strict visual
inspection. Additionally we recommend that you to check your new glider in accordance
with the following points. We recommend that you make this check after flying extreme
manoeuvres or after tree landings or similar.
Inspection of the canopy for tears or damage, especially the seams which join the ribs
to the upper and lower surfaces, but also the area of the attachment tapes and brake-
line connections.
Inspection of the lines for damage to the stitches. The line lengths must be checked
after 50 hours flying time and whenever the flight behaviour of the glider changes.
Inspection of attachment tapes for damage to the stitches. It is also important to check
the attachment tapes and brake-lines for tangles.
Inspection of the risers for faultless condition. Rapid links must be secured.
With even slight damage the glider loses its airworthiness!
SETTING UP THE CONTROLS
The glider is delivered with a standard set-up for paragliding and its speed can reach 39
- 42 km/h depending on the weight of the pilot. The brake-lines should always be adjusted
so that the first brake-lines just come under tension when the brake handles have been
pulled 5-10 cm. The test results relate to this brake-line adjustment. This adjustment, on
the one hand, allows sufficient brake to be applied during extreme flying situations and
when landing, while on the other hand, it ensures that the canopy is not permanently
braked (especially when fully accelerated). We strongly recommend brake adjustments be
supervised by a paramotoring instructor or done by a pilot that understands the importance
of proper brake line length. Improper brake line adjustment can lead to unsafe reactions of
your glider. With a brake line adjusted too short the canopy will lose its easy take off
behaviour.
Before flying the Eden 5 please check the setting of the brake lines and adjust them in
accordance to your hang points of your paramotor.
When flying paramotors with lower hang points (main carabineer 50-60 cm from
seat plate) the main carabiner should to be connected in the lower (red colored)
riser`s loop. When flying paramotors with higher hang points (main carabineers
higher than 70 cm or trikes) the main carabiner should be connected to the higher
(blue colored) riser`s loop. Depending on your preferences and your Paramotor the
brake lines must be set even longer!
Once you choose your appropriate brake line length that matches your paramotors hang
point style, check the set up by inflating the glider in an open area with a constant breeze
with the engine off. When the canopy is stabilised above your head, check that the trailing
edge of the wing is not being pulled down. When you gently pull the brakes you should
only have 5-10 centimetres of movement before the brakes start to pull down on the
trailing edge of the wing. Make sure that the brake length is the same for both sides. It is
safer to have brake length a bit longer than too short.

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NOTE!! If in doubt about the brake-line adjustment, it is preferable to leave them too long,
as any necessary shortening can easily be achieved by wrapping them round your hand.
The length of the control lines for free flying measured from the first cascade line is:
320 cm for Eden 5-22, 335 cm for Eden 5-24, 350 cm for Eden 5-26,
365 cm for Eden 5-28, 380 cm for Eden 5-30 , 395 cm for Eden 5-33.
The available brake travel before stalling the wing depends on the size and loading.
By max. load it is approximately
55cm for the Eden 5-22, 61cm for the Eden 5-24, 63cm for the Eden 5-26, 68cm
for the Eden 5-28, 70cm for the Eden 5-30 and 75cm for the Eden 5-33.
(The publication of the brake travel is claimed by the EN 926.)
Fitting the speed-system:
Most modern paramotoring harnesses have pulleys for speed system fitting. The Eden 5
speed system is supplied with Brummel-hooks and must be assembled as per instructions.
Take your speed bar and make sure it is firmly attached to the foot stirrup (webbing or alloy
bar) using a bowline or other non-sliding knot. Take off the Brummel hook on the speed bar
cord if you haven’t already done so. Hold the free end of the cord and run it through the
pulley on each side of your paramotor harness. Next, lead the cord up to meet the
Brummel-hooks on the riser of the paraglider. Firmly attach the Brummel hook on the end
of the speed bar cord so that Brummel hooks can be attached to each other. Ensure both
cords from the speed bar are equal length to avoid putting an unwanted turn in the glider.
The length of the cord leading to the foot bar stirrup should be adjusted so that it is easy to
put your feet into the stirrup in flight but still short enough to allow full speed system travel.
(The use of 2 stirrups in a ladder fashion can enable you to reach the full range if your legs
are not long enough.)
Test your speed system for the correct length on the ground by hanging your
paramotor to simulate the real flying position. While you are a few feet off the
ground, attach your risers to your harness and have someone hold them while you
try pushing the speed system checking for proper length and set up.
The full range of the speed system is reached when the 2 pulleys on the risers join
together. Before launch, attach the glider's risers to the harness with the main carabineers
first before attaching the speed system. Ensure that the speed system is untangled and
operates freely before flying. There should be a spare inch or so before the speed bar
activates the speed system. Remember that it is always safer to set the margin of play too
big than too small.

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FLYING THE EDEN 5
The following information is NOT under any circumstances a manual for practising
paramotoring. We would like to advise you of important information to increase
safer flights and security while flying the EDEN 5.
Paraglider Preparation
After unpacking and laying out the paramotoring glider in a slight horseshoe pattern, the
following checks must be made:
Checklist before every flight:
Checking and inspecting the wing:
oCanopy without any damage?
oRisers without damage?
oMaillons (quick links) closed tight?
oStitching of the main lines near the risers o.k.?
All main lines run free from the riser to the canopy? Brake lines free?
Before putting on the harness:
oWarm up your engine and stop the engine before clipping in the risers.
oRescue/reserve handle and deployment pins secure?
oBuckles (leg- , front riser) closed?
oMain carabineers attached and properly closed?
Before take-off:
Ensure helmet is on and chin strap fastened.
Attach speed bar system and connect properly.
Check that the risers are not twisted.
Look to see the trimmers are properly set to neutral (white stitching).
Check the brake handle and brake lines are free and not twisted.
Confirm nothing will get in propeller's way.
Centre yourself relative to the wing (all lines same tension).
Test engine to deliver full power.
Check wind direction.
Check for obstacles or tripping hazards on the ground.
Identify free airspace.
Look out for obstructions in the direction of desired flight path.
Preparing for take-off:
As with any aircraft, a thorough pre-flight check must be made prior to each flight.
Before every launch check lines, risers and canopy for damage! Do not launch with even
the slightest damage!

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Also check the maillons connecting the lines to the risers. They must be closed tight.
Getting ready for Flight
Put on the harness/paramotor with care and check that the handle of the reserve
parachute is securely fastened to prevent accidental deployment. Look to see that the flaps
of the outer container are fastened securely and correctly. The main carabineers must also
be checked carefully. Replace carabineers if any damage is visible or if you have
accumulated 300 flying hours. Finally, connect the paraglider risers to your harness with
the main self-locking carabineers. Check carefully that they are properly closed.
ATTENTION! Never fly with an open main carabineer!
ATTENTION! Do not take off if you find any damage on your equipment!
Forward Launch Technique
The Eden 5 is very easy to launch. With a very weak or zero wind it requires an
appropriate launch technique. Before take-off, recheck the canopy, trimmer setting, wind
direction and the air space around you. When you are ready to take off, hold all A-risers
and the brake handles in each hand. If there is wind present then just hold the centre A
risers in each hand.
The A-lines are identified by red coloured sleeves on the risers. Before take-off, place
yourself in the centre of the glider while holding the A risers. Let the B and C risers fall into
the bend of your arm. Continue holding the A risers with arms outstretched behind you.
Pull up the canopy with good forward momentum. (The stronger the headwind the fewer
run-ups you need plus less pull on the A’s to inflate your canopy). After the initial inflation
you may need to keep applying forward pressure on the A-risers depending on the wind
conditions. Do not pull down on the A’s.
1. Paragliding forward technique – Follow the above technique to get the glider
overhead. As soon as the glider is above you, stop pulling on the A-risers. A good
progressive run ensures your Eden 5 will inflate and come up equally and quickly. If the
canopy should surge forward, control it by gently braking. Next, do quick visual checks of
the canopy looking upwards to ensure the canopy is completely open (otherwise, abort the
take-off). Only then is the final decision to continue the launch. If anything doesn’t feel
completely safe, the launch should be aborted. If the glider feels solid and evenly inflated
continue moving forward until the glider lifts you off. It is easier to take-off in a light
headwind by applying the brakes slightly. After the take-off, gently release the brakes to
gain forward momentum. Shortly after take off the brakes should be gently reapplied to
stabilize the glider during cruising flight and possibly correcting for drift.
2. Paramotoring technique – Layout and start the inflation technique the same as stated
above. Once the canopy is inflated up to the angle of about 80° degrees, open up the
throttle to full power and lean back. This helps counter the engines thrust allowing it to
push you forward rather than leaning forward towards the ground. Continue to run in an
upright position. This is important. When you approach take off speed gently apply the

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brakes (max 30% of the brake range). The faster the trimmer setting is, the more brake
input is required for take-off. Set the trimmers to neutral for easy launching. Once you have
safely taken off continue heading into the wind. Release the brakes to gain enough altitude
to allow you to get into your harness safely.
Experienced paraglider pilots that start paramotoring have a tendency to lean forward with
slightly applied brakes. When taking off with a paramotor you need to stand up straight and
allow the thrust of the engine to push your body horizontally forward rather than diagonally
down.
It is important to not get into the harness as soon as you leave the ground. Right after take-
off you are relatively low to the ground. The possible danger is if the engine happens to
quit or loose thrust you quickly will be put back on the ground. Not rushing into your
seat/harness allows your legs to act as landing gear instead of the bottom of your
paramotor.
The recommended technique of getting into your harness is to climb to a safe height into
the wind and then gently throttle back before getting into the seat. If you need to use your
hand to help you get into your harness, be sure to put the brake toggle on the snap button
first to avoid it being sucked into the prop. Also note that properly fastened leg straps
makes getting into the harness much easier. Check this before take-off in a simulator or
with your paramotor instructor.
WARNING!! Do not jump or lift your legs immediately after or during your take off!
This could have disastrous consequences when done with a paramotor if the wing has not
reached the proper take off speed to create the necessary lift. Keep running, keep running
and keep running until you are running through the air.
WARNING!! Do not attempt to get into the seat while holding the brake handles.
WARNING!! Do not use the forward launch technique in very strong winds. Make sure you
don't pull the risers too much towards yourself or downwards as this can cause a frontal
collapse or make an asymmetric collapse during take-off.
Reverse launch Technique
The Eden 5 is easy to reverse launch.
The most important skill to perform the reverse launch successfully is to fully understand
ground handling. You need to be able to keep the wing directly overhead and into wind
while taking off on flat ground. When doing a reverse launch in strong winds the Eden 5
can surge forward quickly or lift off sooner than desired. To avoid this, walk towards the
canopy during inflation. We recommend pulling the trimmers down to the neutral position.
To reverse launch the Eden 5 in wind, get the canopy over your head by using the A and C
riser method. Holding onto the C lines stop it from over shooting and guiding the A lines in
the opposite hand help it come up. This stops you from applying both brakes and pushing
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Hold the A lines in the left hand along with the left brake handle and the throttle (if you
have it on the left side), and the C lines in the right hand along with the right brake handle
(and the throttle if you have it on the right side). Once the canopy is above your head you
release the A and C risers then turn 180 degrees into wind while keeping the glider under
control. Once you feel equal pressure and a stable canopy above you then you can
accelerate. Once you are safely airborne, continue heading into the wind to gain enough
height.
Do not try to climb too steeply by applying too much brake. The additional drag caused by
brakes decreases actual climbing rate. If there are no obstacles present, it is safer to fly
level for a while after take-off and gain some speed before converting it to height. As
already mentioned, don`t try to get into the seat immediately after you leave the ground as
you are still relatively low. Instead, continue into the wind, climb to a safe height, and then
gently throttle back before getting into your harness/seat.
It is better to start to learn this A and C reverse technique without the paramotor. Once you
practise a bit you can start trying it with the paramotor. Using this technique allows you to
build a wall directly into wind while standing in the centre of the canopy.
When deflating the canopy on the ground in strong winds or aborting a launch, pull down
on the C risers instead of the brakes. Using the brakes in strong wind will cause more lift.
This could lift the pilot up off the ground and dangerously drag him/her back.
Golden rule! For any aircraft the most important thing on take-off is proper amount of
speed. High angles of attack and low speeds are more likely to cause a stall.
ATTENTION! You should always be able to land safely in case of engine failure.
Too much brake input during take-off is risky. Depending on the design and power of your
paramotor unit, it is possible that you will notice engine torque moments while not sitting
properly in your harness. Be ready to counter-steer with a brake input to correct turning
tendencies and keep you flying straight. Different settings of trims on each riser and
shifting your weight to the opposite side of the turn tendency will help to keep the glider in a
straight direction after take-off.
The reverse launch technique can take some time to master. Turning the wrong way can
result in the pilot taking off with twisted risers. Practice the reverse launching technique on
a training hill or slight slope first with your instructor to build up your confidence. Again,
make sure your engine is off until you have practised enough to prevent the lines from
getting sucked into the spinning propeller. If this does happen contact your nearest Mac
Para dealer for replacement lines or glider repair.

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Wind Trim settings Launching technique & additional settings
under 1 (m/s) Released for 1-2 cm. Forward launch
- start with lines under tension
- try to minimize use of the brakes.
- correct position of the wing by moving toward in
appropriate direction rather than by using brakes
- use of full thrust when canopy at 80°
1 - 3 (m/s) Neutral Forward launch
- start with lines under tension
- you can use brakes to correct the position of the
wing during the run, but moving in the appropriate
direction during the run is most effective technique.
- use of full thrust when canopy at 80°
over 3 (m/s) Neutral or closed for
1-2 cm
Reverse Launch
Flight
After take-off and applying full power the glider will be at a higher angle of attack. Some
paramotoring configurations may have a tendency to roll under full power. The torque and
gyro moments produced from different engines can lift you to one side developing a back
and forth swinging motion. This happens more often on larger engines with bigger
propellers flying with lower wing loadings. The safest way to deal with this is to throttle
back and release the brakes. Do not let go of the brakes. Novice paramotoring pilots tend
to be especially prone to overreacting.
The Eden 5 can reach speeds of 39-45 km/h on neutral setting depending on the weight of
the pilot.
Always fly with sufficient clearance from the terrain.
With power off the Eden 5 best glide rate is with open brakes. Flying the Eden 5 with
minimal altitude loss can be reached by lightly applying brakes and having the trimmers
closed (pulled all the way in).
We recommend that your first flights with your Eden 5 be done with trimmers set on the
neutral setting (trimmers pulled all the way down) This is where the Eden 5 is a
conventional paraglider wing. With this trimmer setting, try to fly with a small amount of
brake at the point where they just begin to feel heavier.

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In turbulent air fly with brakes lightly applied (10-15 cm) to maintain some internal pressure
and trimmers set to neutral. This will help avoid canopy collapse. If the canopy pendulums
forward correct this by promptly applying the brakes. A pendulum movement of the canopy
backwards is corrected by easing up on the brakes to let the canopy move forward.
When you have become fully confident in your wing try experimenting with slower and
faster trim-settings, weight-shift and speed bar. The more time you spend on your Eden 5
the more likely you will enjoy the extra speed and security it will offer you.
Different trimmer settings
NOTE: Adjusting trimmers in flight requires more pilot attention.
With the trimmers fully open (trimmer buckle over the neutral) the wing’s speed increases
(good for flying long distances). The canopy becomes stiffer higher internal pressure. On
faster trimmer settings or when flying with a speed bar the brake pressure increases and
the handling changes. When the trimmers are fully opened and the speed bar is pushed all
the way forward, do not pull the brakes. Some pilots with free-flying experience may have a
tendency to keep the brakes slightly applied at all times. Such a technique, while quite
reasonable on a free-flying wing, is not advisable for paramotoring. When you apply the
brakes with released trimmers and full speed bar the wing may collapse because it loses
its stability.
Warning!!! On faster trim settings with fully accelerated speed bar do not touch the
brakes! Doing so will result in major collapse!
WARNING! The Eden 5 was not getetstet at fast trimmer settings and at full
acceleration. Therefore angle changes may only be done only by the trimmers or
only by the accelerator when trimmers are all the way pulled down.
On the slower settings (trimmer buckle pulled down), sink rate improves and handling
becomes lighter, giving you an improved climb rate for thermaling and shorter and slower
take-offs and landings. Do not hesitate to use thermals in order to gain some altitude and
save fuel.
Note!! If trims are not adjusted the same, the wing will turn. Trimmer setting is an
important part of the checklist before every flight!
Accelerated flight (speed bar applied)
When flying with the speed system applied the angle of attack is lower and the canopy can
collapse more easily than in normal (trim) flight. The faster the canopy is flown the more
dynamic the collapses and stalls will be and the more skill will be required for quick
recoveries. Therefore do not use speed system in turbulent conditions, close to the ground
or near other airspace users. Always fly with sufficient clearance from the terrain and
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To use the speed system, simply place your feet on the stirrup and push forward in a
horizontal plane. If a loss of back pressure of the stirrup on your legs is noticed, this is a
warning that the canopy is probably about to collapse. Release the stirrup and thus the
speed system immediately. With this feeling you may actually prevent most collapses from
happening while using the speed system. If a collapse should still occur, release the speed
system immediately and correct the collapse as described below.
Warning!! As already noted, do not apply brakes when fully accelerated with
trimmers fully opened! Braking increases lift near the trailing edge. The main lift
point moves backwards causing a loss in stability leading to big frontal or side
collapse. Quickly letting off the throttle after being fully accelerated (maximum
speed bar and trimmers open) will cause the “pendulum effect”. The glider can then
surge forward which automatically decrease the angle of attack. This can easily lead
to collapse in turbulent air. See drawings on pages that follow.
Steering - turns:
The Eden 5 is a very responsive paraglider and reacts very directly and instantly to any
steering input. Weight shift input quickens turns and ensures minimal height loss. Any
weight shift has a greater effect the more loosely the chest-strap is fastened. A
combined technique of weight shift and pulling on the inside brake line is the most efficient
turning method, whereby the radius of the turn is determined by the amount of inside brake
pulled and weight shift. A stalling wing tip announces itself by a gentle surge backwards of
the wingtip. If this occurs you will need to release the brakes immediately.
In case it is impossible to control the Eden 5 with the brake lines the C-risers may be used
to steer and land the canopy. Attention! Pulling brake too fast or too hard can result in the
canopy entering a negative spin.
Active Flying (Thermaling and Soaring):
In turbulent conditions the glider should be flown actively with brakes lightly applied to
avoid canopy collapse. This improves stability by increasing the angle of attack of the
canopy. The canopy should not rock back or surge forward much but should remain above
the pilot. In turbulent flight, if the canopy pendulums forward, this should be corrected by
prompt braking. A pendulum movement of the canopy backwards is corrected by releasing
the brakes in good time. This is part of basic active flying.
Attention! Pulling brake too fast or too hard can result in the canopy entering a negative
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Study the following drawings of different trimmer settings and speed-system to see their
influence on the wing stability.
Released trimmers without brakes
Preferred setting for fast and safe flying. The centre of gravity of the air foil is moved
forward, the wing has higher resistance to collapses. Pitching moment decreases.
Released trimmers with brakes applied
This ensures more lift in the centre of the wing and also increases the pitching moments.
Even slight brake input (especially on full speed bar) produce lift close to the trailing edge.
The centre of gravity of the air foil is moved back and the higher pitching moment
significantly decreases the stability.
Warning!! Especially in turbulence this can lead to a collapse on full speed with
trimmers released! Therefore we recommend pilots only steer by pulling on the
torque compensator line and not touching the brakes.