SOL paragliders X-Light 2 User manual

V.1.2 06/2018
Manual

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WELCOME TO SOL TEAM! ..................................................................................................................4
USER’S MANUAL ...............................................................................................................................5
THE x-light 2 ......................................................................................................................................6
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................8
ADJUSTMENTS AND INSTALLATIONS..................................................................................................10
BACK PROTECTOR INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................10
CARABINERS INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................11
ACCELERATOR INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................11
RESCUE PARACHUTE INSTALLATION...................................................................................................12
Rescue Parachute Compartment ........................................................................................................... 17
HARNESS ADJUSTMENT FOR FLIGHT.................................................................................................. 18
 ............................................................................................................................. 18
 ........................................................................................................................................ 18
 ............................................................................................................................... 19
 ............................................................................................................................. 20
Ventral Opening..................................................................................................................................... 20
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SAFETY SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................. 21
LEG COVER ........................................................................................................................................22
 ............................................................................................................................ 22
Leg cover closing ................................................................................................................................... 23
Container for instruments .................................................................................................................23
POCKETS ...........................................................................................................................................24
Ballast compartment.........................................................................................................................24
RADIO AND CAMELBACK COMPARTMENT .........................................................................................25
TOWING ATTACK SYSTEM INSTTALATION ...........................................................................................25
FINAL CHECK .....................................................................................................................................26
TANDEM FLIGHT................................................................................................................................26
WATER LANDING ...............................................................................................................................26
SOL HARNESSES WITH OTHER BRANDS..............................................................................................26
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND CLEANING ............................................................................................27
Storing the equipment........................................................................................................................... 27
Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................... 27
Zíper....................................................................................................................................................... 27
Pulleys, CARABINERS AND BUCKLES...................................................................................................... 28
Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................. 28
RECOMENDATION FOR A LONG LIFE ..................................................................................................28
Storage................................................................................................................................................... 29
 ........................................................................................................................... 29
NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT............................................................................................................29
OUT OF USE.......................................................................................................................................29
WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................................... 30
SOL warranty - 1 years/100 hours.......................................................................................................... 30
Warranty Terms ..................................................................................................................................... 30
Warranty Pre-requisites......................................................................................................................... 30
This Warranty Does Not Cover............................................................................................................... 31
FINAL WORDS ...................................................................................................................................32
MEASURES ........................................................................................................................................33
REFERENCE TABLE: HEIGHT X WEIGHT ...............................................................................................33
MAINTENANCE MANUAL...................................................................................................................34

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WELCOME TO SOL TEAM!
You have just acquired a high quality product, manufactured under one of the most demanding
industry standards worldwide, we belive this project will allow that you learn a lot in paraglider
flight.
We trust your harness X-Light 2 will bring you many great life memories you will cherish forever
and you could understand our work’s Philosophy, safety, performance, ease of operation and
innovation.
We would like you to read this manual carefully and thoroughly. In it, you will find important
information about using your new equipment.
In the event you should have any questions about its usage or should you wish to be updated
on the latest news at SOL, we remain at your disposal:
Thank you for selecting a SOL PARAGLIDERS.
SOL Team!
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This manual offers information about your harness It is not a training manual. It is a assumption
that the pilot respects the law and order of aviation and that his skills are up to the challenge of
this particular equipment. It is a basic assumption that the pilot is certified to fly this paraglider.
This harness meets at the time of delivery the requirements of the LTF certification or of the
EN, so any equipment alteration will result in the cancellation of this respective certification,
we must remember that every pilot is responsible for the maintenance and assessment of
equipment usability and the manufacturer and its representatives are not liable and therefore
not responsible for any misusage nor mishandling of this equipment.
Harness to paraglider freeflight. For longer flights and aerodynamic design results in a harness
with easy handling and excellent performance.
Don’t forget that flying with this equipment shall be performed at the individual’s own risk. It’s
very import read this manual carefully.
Comes with the harness:
Along with your product, you are getting an accessory kit:
• Easy Check;
• User’s Manual;
• Keyring.
USER’S MANUAL

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The X-Light 2 is a lightweight, fully anatomic shaped, high-performance harness with speedbag for experienced pilots and those who enter the XC Flying.
Thanks to a well-thought-out design and a meticulous material selection, the weight and mass are minimized without sacrificing the high quality requirements. Optimized in aerodynamic and comfort
and adjustable in flight, the X-Light 2 is certified LTF / EN in all requirements: structure (120 kg), back protector and handling.
Available in the sizes S-M-L-XL.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1. Huge back storage pocket
2. Identification view panel
3. Pocket for radio
4. Pocket for hydration system
5. Shoulder adjustments
6. Speedbag front pocket
7. Detachable Instrument panel
8. Side adjustments
9. Lumbar adjustments
10.2 side pockets
11.Inclination and length adjustment of the speedbag
12.Easy speedbag entry and exit
13.Composite Divinycell® lightweight footboard
14.Speed system
15.Seat plate inclination adjustment
16.Neoprene speedbag detachable by zipper
17.Comfort protector foam 36-38 G LTF / EN certified
18.Inbuilt rescue compartment (6000/11000cm³)
19.Chest strap adjustment
20.Anatomic shoulder shape
21.Anatomic back shape
22.Speedbag closure by pulley system
23.Independent and adjustable ABS
24.Adjustable Front-T-Quick-Lock 28mm
25.Leg strap adjustment in V
26.Composite Divinycell® lightweight seat plate
27.4L water ballast compartment with side opening for hose exit
28.Anti-forget closure system in V
29.Adjustable carabiner distance 35-55cm
30.Neoprene safety cover on reserve bridle connection
31.Independent bridles system according to LTF / EN norm
Illustrative Photo. The carabiners are not included in the harness.
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