SoaringXX Wingstand GIGA User manual

Wingstand GIGA
Manual
Version 1.1

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Table of Contents
1. Important instructions / safety............................................................................ 3
2. Packing list ........................................................................................................... 3
3. Basics.................................................................................................................... 4
4. Technical Specifications ..................................................................................... 4
5. Assembly / disassembly...................................................................................... 5
6. Use / handling....................................................................................................... 6
7. Warranty................................................................................................................ 8

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1. Important instructions / safety
Notes with a warning sign requires a special attention.
Notes with an informative sign privide with useful information.
The Wingstand is designed for ground handling of a glider airplanes as an aid to glider
maneuvering.
All information is presented for reference only.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. SoaringXX reserves
the right to change or improve their products and to make changes in the content of
this material without obligation to notify any person or organisation of such changes
or improvements.
It is highly recommended to read the manual before assembling and using
the wingstand!
SoaringXX is not liable for any damage caused by a lack of responsibility
and improper use of its products.
2. Packing list
The Wingstand package contains the following parts:
3 x anodized aluminium legs,
Galvanized steel tripod,
Extendable anodized aluminium stem,
Foam upholstered wingrest,
Set of five M8 screws with hexagon socket, five washers and five nuts.

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3. Basics
The Wingstand is a light and compact wing supporter that is used for assembly and
disassembly of a gliders. It is made out of an anodized aluminium to ensure a
lightweight and sturdy construction. It is a 6 piece assembly that is easy to assemble
and disassemble. It is extendable, foldable and features a thick foam padding on the
wingrest. To keep a construction even more sturdy a wingstand is also built from a
galvanized steel tripod.
4. Technical Specifications
4.1. Dimensions:
Height: 114 - 160 cm (min. –max.)
Width: 45 cm (wingrest)
Foam length: 45 cm
Foam width: 8 cm
Foam thickness: 5 cm
4.2. Material:
●Anodized aluminium
●Galvanized steel
●Foam
●Plastic
4.3. Weight:
●Foam upholstered wingrest: 560 g,
●Extendable anodized aluminium stem with sets of two screws, washers and
nuts: 1050 g,
●Galvanized steel tripod + 3 x anodized aluminium legs with sets of three screws,
washers and nuts: 1800 g
●Total weight: 3410 g.

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5. Assembly / disassembly
Assembly of the Wingstand
1) Screw-in the steel tripod to the extendable stem. Use 2 crews, 2 washers
(24 mm) and 2 nuts.
2) Screw-in all three legs to the steel tripod. Use 3 screws, 3 washers (24 mm)
and 3 nuts.