MAC PARA XCL User manual

PARAGLIDING HARNESSPARAGLIDING HARNESS
XCL
Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 3
Technicaldescription .......................................................................................... 3
Adjusting your XCL ........................................................................................... 3
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Speedsystem ................................................................................................... 10
Towing ................................................................................................................ 10
Tandemflying ..................................................................................................... 10
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Emergencyparachuteassembly
Harnesscheckbeforetakeoff
Maintenanceandrepairs

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Introduction
Technicaldescription
AdjustingyourXCL
We congratulate you on your purchase of a new XCL harness. You have chosen a state
of the art product which is one of most comfortable paragliding harnesses available on
themarkettoday.
We thank you for placing your trust in us, and hope that comfortably seated you will get
maximumenjoymentduringmanyniceflights.
Please carefully read this user manual and use it as a guide to adjusting the harness
properlyfor yoursizeandshape;and toobtainingthemostcomfortable flightposition.In
addition to instructions you will find a few important suggestions and tips on how to care
for,cleananduseyournewharness.
TheXCLharnessis built to complywiththehighstandardsand demands for paragliding
harnesses.
The manufacturer can not be held responsible for any accidents or injuries caused by
improperusageorfailuretocomplywiththisusermanual.
We wish you maximum enjoyment from your discovery of this fantastic aerial sport and
ofcoursehappylandings.
The XCL harness was developed to satisfy the demand for a modern paragliding har-
ness, and incorporates feed-back from pilots. MAC's long experience with design and
development of harnesses combined with use of the best selected materials warranty a
combinationoflongevity,comfortduringuseandperfectflyingcharacteristics.
The XCL harness is suitable for all pilots, from beginners to the more experienced pilot
who prefers a slightly inclined sitting position. The seat material provides pleasant leg
supportandcomfort.Theharnessisequippedwithan12cm.foamback-protectorwitha
plastic reinforcing plate to protect against any penetrating impact. The harness is
produced from CORDURA, a first-rate abrasion resistant material. The XCL harness is
supplied inclusive of speed bar system and brummel-hooks, as usually delivered on
MACparagliders
The XCL harness offers you several adjustment choices, making it possible for the pilot
tofindhisidealpositionaccordingtohissizeandshape.Theharnessisadjustableusing
shoulder,lateral,chestandlegsstraps. Theharnessiscorrectlyadjustedwhenyoufeel
comfortablewithoutanypressureonshouldersorback
Thebasicsettingoftheanglebetweenyourbackandtheverticalaxis.
Please devote sufficient time to setting the harness correctly. Preferably hang it on a
simulatororsimilar,andcheckit,spendinglongenoughtosimulatelongperiodsofflight.
This gives you the opportunity, to easily try a number of different settings at one time
beforeundertakingyourfirstflight.
Particularsettings
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Adjustingoflateralstraps
Adjustingofshoulderstraps
Adjustments can be made to the lateral straps leading trough the flat buckles to your
back. When correctly adjusted you feel only light pressure on both back and shoulder. If
thelateralstrapsaretoolooseyouwillfeelpressureonyourshouldersfromtheshoulder
straps. By pulling on them you change the position. If you feel pressure on your back,
releasethelateralstrapsbypullingtheloopontheflatbuckles.
Adjustments can be made to the shoulder straps leading trough the flat buckles to your
shoulders.
When correctly adjusted you feel only light pressure on both back and shoulder. If
shoulder straps are too loose you will feel pressure on your back from the lateral straps.
By pulling on them you change the position. If you feel pressure on your shoulders
releasetheshoulderstrapsbypullingtheloopontheflatbuckles.
Adjusting of lateral straps Adjusting of bottom lateral straps
Adjusting of spreaderbar straps Adjusting of chest strap

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Adjustingofcheststrap
Adjustingoflegstraps
Adjustingofbottomandfrontlateralstraps-angleofseat
The chest strap is secured with an automatic T buckle. This prevents any chance of the
pilot falling out of the harness if he forgets to fasten the legs straps. The click must be
audible. By adjustment of the chest strap the pilot determines the sensitivity of the
harness. Adjustment of the distance between the main carabineers is made by pulling
loops on chest strap. The harness is most sensitive to weight-shift when the chest strap
is released. The shorter the distance between the main carabineers the less sensitive
the harness becomes to weight shift and the effect increased. By pulling the loop on
chestbucklethecheststrapcanbereleased.
The leg straps are secured with automatic Cobra buckles. The click must be audible!
Correctly adjusted, the leg straps control the freedom of movement of the legs, before
and during take off. If the leg straps are too tight your upright position in the harness is
limited and not comfortable. If they are too slack you can have trouble sitting in the
harnessaftertakeoff.
The XCL harness is equipped with lateral 25mm straps leading from the main
carabineers to the bottom rear and front of the seat plate. Using these straps you can
changeangleoftheseatplatetofindyourpreferredposition.Adjustmentsaremadewith
the narrower straps leading trough the flat buckles. When bottom lateral straps are
tightened you will feel better support to the hips. You can release them by pulling on the
buckle loop. When front lateral straps are tightened you will feel better stabilization and
supporttotheknees.Youcanreleasethembypullingonthebuckleloop.
Never forget to close buckles on leg straps !
Attention! These straps are used solely to change the angle of the seat plate. They
can not replace the function of the main straps. For this reason bottom lateral straps
must be released when front lateral straps are tightened and oposit.
Attention! The main straps must allways be tightened.
Adjusting of front lateral straps
Adjusting of shoulder straps
Adjustingofspreaderbarstraps
Ventralstrapandauxiliarycheststrap
Possibilitiesofemergencyparachuteconnections
The XCL harness is equipped with spreader bar. Adjustments are made with the
narrower strap leading trough the flat buckles attached on the main carabineers. Using
these straps you can change its lenght to preferred position. You can release them by
pulling on the buckle loop. Speed bar is attached through rubber lines on spreader bar
andoffereasyandimmediateuseofspeesystem.
TheXCLharnessesisequiped with ventral strap preventing sliding intheharness.Ifthe
ventral strap is too tight your upright position in the harness is limited and not
comfortable.
Shoulderstrapsdon'tslipdownthankstoanauxiliaryadjustablestrapwithaplasticclip.
The XCL harness is compatible with most available emergency parachutes. The
envelope system outer container is integrated into the harness shape. The inner
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containerisbigenough to hold arescuecanopyupto43m in size. The reservebridleis
integrated into the harness, being attached to the shoulder straps and covered by a
tunnel on the right side of the harness. The rescue canopy must be inserted in the
original XCL inner container with attached handle and pins. You must not use an inner
containerfromothermanufacturers.
1. The lines of the rescue canopy are directly connected (slipped onto) the integrated
connectionbridle.
2. A rescue canopy with a short bridle can be attached directly to the integrated
connection bridle. Alternatively connection can be made with a carabineer with a
minimumstrengthof2000kg.
Emergencyparachuteassembly
Attention: Rescue canopies from other manufacturers must be refolded following
original instructions into the supplied XCL inner container without their originally
providedcontainer.
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3.Rescue canopies with an attached long “Y” bridle can be attached to the harness
shoulder straps with two trapezoid karabiners. Ensure you place them only on the
correctloopsontheshoulderstraps.Seepicture"Connection3".
Connection 1,2
Connection 3 Assembly in outer container
Assemblyinoutercontainer
1. Place the XCL inner container with rescue canopy onto the outer container as shown
inthe picturebelow.Therescuecanopybridleleadstothetunnelon theright-handside.
Thelineloop oftherescuecanopyisplacedbetween theseatplateand reserveandthe
handleleadstoitscorrectplaceontheharness.
2. You need 50 cm of spare line to place through the loop nearer to the handle. Ensure
thecorrectpositioningofthehandlebridlebetweenthetwolateralflapsontherightside.
Step by step lace the spare line through the holes on the lateral flaps, followed by the
rear and front flap. See picture below! Finally secure the loop using the pin nearest to
thehandle.Thenlacethe spare line step bystepthroughtheleftlateralflap,followed by
therearandfrontflap.Securethissecondloopwiththepinfurthestfromthehandle.The
rescue system is now installed in the harness and it remains only to tuck the end of the
frontflapintothepocketontherearflap.
Attention! Other placements leads to malfunction of the system!
Connection 2
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3. Correct assembly must be checked by a test release of the rescue system. If the
systemisworkingthenreassembleinthesamewayasdescribed.
Attention!Beforeeachtake-offcheckthelockingpinssecuringtheoutercontainer.
Attention! If you are unsure of the correct assembly of your rescue system ask your
dealer,orcontacttheMACPARAimporterinyourcountrydirect.
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Speedsystem
Towing
Tandemflying
Harnesscheckbeforetakeoff
Maintenanceandrepairs
The XCL harness is equipped with a speed system and includes Brummel hooks as
supplied on MAC paragliders. The speed bar lines feature rubber lines preventing free
movement of the speed bar unless required. The speed bar maintains its position while
standinginspreaderbarandcanbeoperatedbyfootwithouthandhelp.
The XCL harness is excellent for towing. The release system must be connected to the
samecarabineersattaching theparagliderrisers.To attachthereleasesystem properly,
insertthe release bridle insuch a way thatthe release itself isin front of therisers, in the
directionofflight.
TheXCLharnessisnotsuitablefortandemflyingaspassengerharness.
CheckingtheXCLharnessbeforetake-offiscrucial.Alwayscheckthefollowingpoints:
- Istherescuesystemhandleattachedproperly?
- Arerescuesystemsecuringpinsinsertedcorrectly?
- Areallpocketsclosedproperly?
- Makesurethateachbuckleisfastenedproperly.Checkforcorrectfasteningbypulling
onbothstrapsleadingtothebuckle.
- Makesurethatthemaincarabineersarefastenedproperly
We suggest you have your harness checked by an authorised person once every two
years.If you have your reserve repacked,ask for a harness check. Themain aluminium
carabineers must be replaced after 500 hours of use. Impacts may create undetectable
cracks that, because of continual cyclic loads, could result in structural damage. Avoid
dragging your harness on the ground and rocks etc. Protect from unnecessary
exposure to UV rays, avoid storing when damp and avoid exposure to extreme
temperatures.
Cleantheharnessonly with lukewarmwaterwithalightsoapy solution. Useofchemical
cleaners or thinners is expressly prohibited. Keep automatic buckles clean. They may
belubricatedonceinayearwithasiliconspray.
The customer may not do any harness repairs or replacements of spare parts
him/herself. This can lead to limitation of functionality, or can even endanger your life.
Forthisreasonanyrepairorcorrectionsmustbemadedirectlybythemanufacturer.
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Attention! Pay special attention during winter in ice or snow. Always clear any ice or
snow before fastening the buckles.

Technical description
Description: paraglidingharness
Max.load: 100kg
Karabinerdistance: 38-60cm
Weightinclusivebackprotection
(withoutrescuechute): 5,4kg
Backprotection: Styrofoamprotection;12cmwithplasticplatepenetrationprotection
Rescuesystem: Integrated container (envelope system) under the seat plate with a
lateralhandle.
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