SOL paragliders Ellus 5 User manual

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WELCOME TO THE S SO OL L TEAM! ............................................................................................................... 4
ABOUT S SO OL L ............................................................................................................................................ 5
PHILOSOPHY .......................................................................................................................................... 5
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - WELCOME ON BOARD .................................................................................................. 6
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - THE PROJECT ................................................................................................................. 6
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - MATERIALS ................................................................................................................... 7
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................................................... 7
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - SUSPENSION SYSTEM .................................................................................................... 8
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - RISERS AND SPEED SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 9
A DJUSTING YOUR SPEED SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................... 9
O PERATION ................................................................................................................................................. 9
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - HARNESS .................................................................................................................... 11
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - FLI HT ........................................................................................................................ 12
T AKEOFF W EIGHT ....................................................................................................................................... 12
F IRST F LIGHT ............................................................................................................................................. 12
T AKEOFF P RE - FLIGHT C HECKLIST - DO NOT FORGET....................................................................................... 13
T AKEOFF ................................................................................................................................................... 13
Forward Takeoff ................................................................................................................................ 13
Reverse Takeoff ................................................................................................................................. 13
I NSTALLATION OF TOW RELEASE AND AUXILIARY ADAPTATION .............................................................................. 14
N ORMAL F LIGHT ......................................................................................................................................... 14
T HERMALING AND S OARING ......................................................................................................................... 15
T URNS ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
A CCELERATED F LIGHT .................................................................................................................................. 1
F LIGHT IN TURBULENT CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................ 1
A CTIVE FLIGHT ........................................................................................................................................... 1
L ANDING ................................................................................................................................................... 17
M OTORIZED F LIGHT AND A CROBATIC F LIGHT ................................................................................................... 17
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - FAST DESCENT MANEUVERS ...................................................................................... 18
E ARS ........................................................................................................................................................ 18
P OSITIVE S PIRAL ......................................................................................................................................... 19
B-S TOLL ................................................................................................................................................... 20
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - BEHAVIOR IN EXTREME MANEUVERS AND COLLAPSES .............................................. 21
L ATERAL A SYMMETRIC C LOSING .................................................................................................................... 21
L INE -O VER ................................................................................................................................................ 22
F RONTAL S YMMETRIC C LOSING ..................................................................................................................... 22
P ARACHUTAL ............................................................................................................................................. 22
F ULL S TALL ................................................................................................................................................ 23
N EGATIVE T URNS ....................................................................................................................................... 23
E MERGENCY F LYING .................................................................................................................................... 24
W INGOVER ............................................................................................................................................... 24
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - UP-KEEP AND CARE ..................................................................................................... 25
S TORAGE .................................................................................................................................................. 25
B ACKPACK ................................................................................................................................................. 25
F OLDING YOUR PARAGLIDER .......................................................................................................................... 25
S TEPS TO FOLD THE CANOPY .......................................................................................................................... 2
C LEANING ................................................................................................................................................. 27

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P ULLEYS .................................................................................................................................................... 27
R ECOMMENDATIONS FOR A LONG LIFE ............................................................................................................ 28
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - INSPECTION AND REPAIRS .......................................................................................... 30
T EARS ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
L INE BREAKAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 31
S EALING .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Z IPPER ...................................................................................................................................................... 31
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 32
W ARRANTY T ERMS ..................................................................................................................................... 32
W ARRANTY P RE - REQUISITES ......................................................................................................................... 32
T HIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ................................................................................................................. 33
NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT .............................................................................................................. 33
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - OUT OF USE ................................................................................................................ 33
FINAL WORDS ...................................................................................................................................... 34
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - APPENDIX ................................................................................................................... 35
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) )
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S - C ERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................... 35
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) )
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M - C ERTIFICATION .............................................................................................................. 3
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) )
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L - C ERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................... 37
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) )
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XL L - C ERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................. 38
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) ) - O VERALL P LAN .................................................................................................................. 39
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) ) - L INE P LAN ........................................................................................................................ 40
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) ) - F LIGHT L OG ...................................................................................................................... 41
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EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E
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(5 5) ) - I NSPECTION ...................................................................................................................... 42

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Welcome to the S SO OL L team!
Thank you for selecting a S SO OL L paraglider. You have just acquired a high quality product,
manufactured under one of the most demanding industry standards worldwide.
We trust your E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) will bring you many great life memories you will cherish
forever. 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 S SO OL L, we remain at your disposal:
Phone: [phone]
Mail: [email protected] or [email protected].
Don’t forget to access our website often at
http://www.solsparagliders.com.br.
to keep current on the latest models’ launchings, results and news from the world of
paragliding.
Welcome to the SOL Team!
Atention
Please read this manual carefully and note the following details:
• This paraglider meets at the time of delivery the requirements of the LTF
certification or of the EN!
• Any equipment alteration will result in the cancellation of this respective
certification.
• Flying with this equipment shall be performed at the individual's own risk.
• The manufacturer and its representatives are not liable and therefore not
responsible for any misusage nor mishandling of this equipment.
• Every pilot is responsible for the maintenance and assessment of equipment
usability.
• It is a basic assumption that the pilot is certified to fly this paraglider.
• This manual offers information about your paraglider. 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!

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About S SO OL L
Founded in 1991, after six months of research and many visits to several
manufacturing facilities and suppliers, S SO OL L began its production in partnership with the
European brands Condor, Comet and Nova.
In 1995, the company moved to its current facility, occupying an area of 4000 m² and
has at its disposal a team of about 120 employees, of which 22 are pilots. S SO OL L provides
a comprehensive benefits package such as Health Plan, Life Insurance, partnerships
with pharmacies, transportation vouchers, incentive getaways to employees who
outperform each month, and education grants. At S SO OL L, we take extreme measures to
maintain our machinery and manufacturing equipment current with the world market.
This way, we safeguard our accuracy everyday in the production process, control and
assuring the high quality of S SO OL L brand and products throughout more than 70
countries around the world.
In 1999 S SO OL L gets its own testing and development centers. From the beginning S SO OL L has
adopted the philosophy of utilizing certified designs, manufactured with imported
materials of the highest quality by specialized and skilled-trained staff.
In early 2004 S SO OL L became certified by DHV, which is the most respected regulating
body of free-flying worldwide. Its mandate is to make sure its members have the
capacity to reproduce faithfully the certified equipment on an industrial scale. Few
facilities in the world possess this certification in their manufacturing process. S SO OL L was
one of the firsts to obtain it! This is just one of the great accomplishments of this
young and dynamic company, which presently is among the ten major paragliding and
accessories manufacturers in the world!
Philosophy
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SO OL L's philosophy is to introduce products that are considerably better than current
ones, in order to guarantee significant advancements in four aspects: Safety,
Performance, Ease of Operation and Innovation.
Safety: The new product has to offer a level of safety that is at par or better than the
one it is replacing.
Performance: The new product must perform better than the one it is replacing.
Ease of Operation: The new product must display higher levels and better operational
ease than the one it is replacing.
Innovation: New products must display real benefits to the user, facilitating free-flying,
increased safety, or both.
The development process and design of every new product begins at the computer.
Drawing Software, 2D, 3D modeling and simulation are utilized before the actual
manufacturing of prototypes, in order to ensure greater accuracy in each new design.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Welcome on board
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) is a totally new project. The evolution of the new projects results in big
differences within the same class, speaking of performance and handling. For this
reason S SO OL L P Pa ar ra ag gl li id de er rs s offers various models of paragliders to attend correctly each
group of pilots.
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) an paraglider EN/LTF B is a canopy for pilots, who fly regular, left behind
the phase of school and initiation, want to develop his skills and wish more
performance in the same category.
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - The Project
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) combines our performance technology with security. With the new
knowledge it was possible to design a glider with an exponential increase in
performance. A combination of new technology and old fashion skills was chosen to
increase the performance without risking the safety:
• HPAR - High Project Aspect Ratio: higher A/R in each class.
• LCT - Laser Cut Technology: Panels, profiles and parts cutting with Laser
equipment.
• HTM - High Tech Materials – highest technology materials guarantee durability
- Technora Lines, Diax Laminates, Inox Hardware, Polyester of High Tenacity.
• 3 Risers System A – B – C row in all levels - less 25% line consumption.
• BT - Battens Technology: Flexible battens applied in order to maintain the
profile characteristics in every moment of the flight.
• SLS - Seamless Stabilo: The Stabilo’s leading edge has no junctures and is
seamless.
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) consists of 53 cells and has internal crossed diagonals applied at the
profiles to distribute the weight uniformly. This maintains the canopy very shapely and
cleans and reduces the induced drag.
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) was designed at the new software. Its enhanced design and profile
are the result of our continuous development and refinement process in terms of
performance paired with stability. The improved features of this project permit a large
speed range and excellent stability.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Materials
Item Material
Top / Bottom
Wtx40 PU+Silicon Coating 40 gr/m
2
Profiles an internal
diagonal reinforcements
Pro
Nyl
Nylon Rip
Stop Hard finish 42gr/m
2
Reinforcements
2,5 mm Nylon
tabs
(BT
Tecnology)
Lines
Aramid
Risers
Fitanew 15 x 2,0 mm Flat Multi 1600 kg
Quick Links
Ansung Precision 15 mm Bl 800 kg
Pulleys
SOL
PL14
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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Technical Data
Ellus 5 XS S M L XL XXL unid.
Zoom
Zoom
0,93 0,97 1 1,03 1,07 1,11
Células
Cells
53 53 53 53 53 53
Envergadura porj.
Proj. Span
8,88 9,26 9,55 9,84 10,22 10,6 m
Área proj.
Proj. Surface
19,67 21,40 22,74 24,12 26,04 28,02 m
2
Alongamento proj.
Proj. A/R
4,01 4,01 4,01 4,01 4,01 4,01
Envergadura real
Real Span
10,98 11,46 11,81 12,16 12,64 13,11 m
Área real
Real Surface
22,65 24,64 26,19 27,78 29,98 29,98 m
2
Alongamento real
Line diameter
5,33 5,33 5,33 5,33 5,33 5,33
Diâmetro das linhas
Real A/R
1,1 / 1,5 / 2,1 mm
Altura
Height
715 744 765 786 815 844 cm
Perfil max.
Max. profile
254 265 273 281 292 303 cm
Perfil min.
Min. profile
59 61 63 65 67 70 cm
Peso da vela
Weight
6,1 6,3 6,5 7 7,4 7,8 kg
Peso de decolagem
Take off weight
60/80
132/176
70/90
154/198
85/100
187/220
95/110
209/242
105/125
231/275
120/140
264/308
kg
lbl
Afundamento min.
Min. sinkrate
1 1 1 1 1 1 m/s
Velocidade min.
Min. Speed
24 + 1 24 + 1 24 + 1 24 + 1 24 + 1 24 + 1 km/h
Velocidade
Trim Speed
38 + 1 38 + 1 38 + 1 38 + 1 38 + 1 38 + 1 km/h
Velocidade max.
Max. Speed
54 + 1 54 + 1 54 + 1 54 + 1 54 + 1 54 + 1 km/h
Planeio
Glide
9,6 + 1 9,6 + 1 9,6 + 1 9,6 + 1 9,6 + 1 9,6 + 1
Assentos
Places
1 1 1 1 1 1
Certifica
ção
Certification
load B B B B load
* Take Off Weight: Pilot , Glider, Harness and equipment
The identification and information tag is found at the center of the wingtip.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Suspension system
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) lines consist of a beige technora core of high resistance to tension
and has low distortion rate, covered by a layer of colored polyester. The set is made of
individual lines, with sewn ties on both extremities.
The upper lines distinguish themselves (next to the inside layer) and the main lines,
which are connected to the Quick Links. These, in turn connect to the main lines on the
risers. The stabilizers' lines are connected to the same Quick Links.
The brake lines come out of the trailing edge, through the master line and are linked to
the toggles, passing through a pulley attached to the 'C' riser.
Lines 'A' and the brake lines are of different color in order to facilitate takeoff
preparation.
The Quick Links are triangular shaped and are made of inox resin.
On the brakes' master lines, there is a mark at the ideal setting point, at which height
the toggles are affixed. This setting should not be altered as it ensures adequate and
sufficient path and room for the toggles in case of emergency situations during flight
and landing. Furthermore, in this position the paraglider is not constantly on a stall.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Risers and Speed System
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) can be used with a speedbar. He has 3 risers on each side, with the
'A' lines attached to the 'A' riser. The riser 'A' is divided to make "ears" easy. The 'B'
lines and the stabilizer are attached to the 'B' riser. And lines 'C' are attached to riser
'C' additionally to the brake pulley.
The Speed System works on the risers 'A', 'A1' and 'B'. When set at the normal
position, all risers have the same length: 52,5cm. When the Speed System is activated,
it shortens the risers 'A' by 11 cm, `A1´ by 9,5 cm and riser 'B' by 8 cm. The riser 'C'
remains in its original position.
Adj sting yo r speed system
The majority of the latest harnesses have pulleys for assembling the Foot Speed
System. In the eventuality the pulleys are not there, it is important to attach such
pulleys (sewing them) in such way to make the operation of the speed system softer.
The little chord on the speed system must be firmly attached (by a non-slippery knot)
to the stirrup (aluminum bar). The other end of the cable is fed through the harness'
pulleys and comes out vertically, and firmly attached to a Quick Link with a strong coil,
a quick hook-up or preferably closed by a nut.
In order to adjust the Speed System, we suggest that you connect the harness and the
risers together, suspended from the ground. Ask a friend to pull the risers 'A' upwards.
At this time, adjust the length right to the bar in such way to be easily reachable with
your feet in flight and by stretching the legs, make sure to allow for a clear path to
maximize the accelerator usage.
Operation
The pilot activates the speed system by pushing the stirrup forward. The pulleys on the
risers reduce to 2/3 the necessary energy and the risers at the front are shortened.
Before takeoff, the Quick Hook-Up or the Quick Link must be connected at the ring on
the speed system risers. It is important to note that the little chord must run free of
snags. The rubbing with the risers may cause damage.

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Warning
• An incorrect system assembly, that allows for different measurements other than
the indicated above nullifies the certification!
• Remember that when using the speed system, the angle of attack decreases which
may result in the collapse of the paraglider, consequently, the use of the speed
system close to the ground should be avoided. We do not recommend the use of
the speed system in turbulent conditions.
• Never use the speed system in extreme maneuvers.
• In the event the canopy collapses, release the stirrup immediately and make the
appropriate corrections.
• Never let go of the toggles!
1 Brake pulley
2 Swivel
3 Toggle
4 Speed System Connection
5 System of increase speed

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Harness
Any harness of type ABS are recommended for the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ), tested with large
clips set at 42 cm and 47 cm heights from the board, depending on the harness size.
Care must be taken because the large clips height affects the brake position when set
at 'normal'.
The regulated distance between the large clips (adjustable at the chest) is 42 cm for
the paraglider size “S”, 42 cm for the “M”, 44cm for the “L” and 4 cm for the “XL” and
"XXL". Variations of more than 5 cm above these ones will alter the fundamental
characteristics of the canopy and are potentially dangerous.
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SO OL L give free together all gliders and harnesses, a Measuring Tape "Easy Check" to
help pilots to check the distance between carbines.
Warning
Cross straps may jeopardize flying and do not improve safety.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Flight
Takeoff Weight
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) has been certified for a defined weight range. If your weight range
falls between two sizes, we recommend the following:
1) If you desire better speed, accurate commands, and if you usually fly over
mountains and/or extreme conditions, you should choose to fly near the middle to
maximum suggested weight.
2) If you desire a better sink ratio, and if you usually fly above flat elevations, and light
conditions, you should choose to fly near the minimum suggested weight.
First Flight
A careful First Flight is necessary with every paraglider, the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) is no
exception. This flight must take place on a practice hill. After unpacking the paraglider
and laying out it in a horseshoe shape position, the following steps must be taken:
 The paraglider must be laid out in such a way that, when tension is applied to
risers ‘A’, the canopy center should be extended before the extremities. This
allows for an easy takeoff with good directional stability.
 Special attention must be taken to the wind’s direction upon the lifting of the
canopy, so that the two halves are inflated symmetrically.
 All lines must be organized and completely free of any entanglements. Special
attention must also be given to the lines ‘A’, which must be free right from the
risers ‘A’ (with the red mark) to the canopy.
 Same priority and care must be given to the brake lines, which must also be
completely free and without any possibility of entanglement on any obstacle
during takeoff.
 All lines should be checked and all the risers in appropriate order. When the
risers are aligned and not twisted, the brake lines will be free from the pulleys
(on the rear risers) to the canopy’s rear edge.
 It is extremely important that no entanglements nor bunched lines are present.
 Any line going under the canopy or tie may result in disastrous consequences.
 Before and after each flight the lines, risers and canopy must be checked for
any possible damage.
 In case there is any damage present, as insignificant as it may be, the canopy
should not be flown!
Warning
It is not advisable to fly the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) in rainy days or with a wet paraglider, since
the in-flight maneuvers become more sensitive and a reserve deployment may occur
upon exiting a B-Stoll or in the event of excessive usage of breaks.

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Takeoff Pre-flight Checklist - DO NOT FORGET
 Make sure reserve is OK! Opening device and pins activated?
 Helmet?
 Carbines closed?
 Harness – Connected all Locks closed?
 ‘A’ risers in hands?
 Untangled brakes in hand?
 Are you in the center of the canopy?
 Takeoff path is clear?
 Paraglider and pilot aligned with the wind?
 Airspace ahead of takeoff area is clear?
 Distance between carbines is correct?
Takeoff
Forward Takeoff
It’s very easy to fly the A AT TM MU US S O ON N. When ready to takeoff, the pilot must take risers
‘A’, ‘A1’ together with the toggles. In order to differentiate between the lines, line ‘A’
and risers ‘A’ inclusive are marked with a different color.
Before takeoff, a last check is required to ensure all the equipment is laid out properly.
The arms must be extended to the side, as if they are extensions of risers ‘A’. A
decisive run allows for a quick and stable inflation.
Canopy overtakes are not common. After the initial inflation momentum, the pilot
must keep the tension forward on risers ‘A’ (pushing them ahead, and not pulling them
downwards), until the canopy is above your head. At this point, the brakes must be
carefully activated, ensuring room for the possibility of directional changes. A move to
underneath the center of the paraglider is the best method for corrections, provided
there is room for it. The pilot glances at last upwards to ensure the canopy is properly
located above, completely unobstructed and inflated. At this point, the pilot decides
whether or not to takeoff.
Reverse Takeoff
Reverse takeoffs in strong wind conditions are also very easy to execute. Due to risk of
takeoff with entangled lines (twist), it is highly recommended to take some time and
practice reverse takeoffs on a small, leveled hill initially.

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Installation of tow release and a xiliary adaptation
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) can be used for towed flight as long as is connected to the towed
flight system (Tow release). It must be connected to the same carbines that join the
harness with the paraglider. It is activated through an activator that is strategically
located and when is pulled it releases the equipment to fly.
During the taking off it’s necessary to avoid a small angle of the cable with the ground.
A taking off with tow release help needs instructions and appropriate procedures.
Make sure that you have the necessary knowledge and that the operation is made in a
safe and correct way.
Normal Flight
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) in its normal flight, performs better with the hands lifted, applying
25 cm the canopy enters safely the minimum speed range. In order to accelerate, use
the speed stirrup. You can increase de speed up to 1 km/h.

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Thermaling and Soaring
In turbulent conditions, the paraglider must be flown with the brakes softly applied. An
increase in angle of attack is achieved by this measure, resulting in greater canopy
stability.
The pendulum effect back and forth must be avoided! The canopy must remain on top
of the pilot. For this purpose, the speed must be increased by releasing the brakes
upon entering a thermal (depending on its intensity) or braking on exit. This is part of
the basic technique on active flying.
During flights over the lift, it is highly recommended a minimum height of 50m be kept,
for safety reasons.
It is extremely important to know and respect flying regulations, especially so when
the airspace within close proximities of canyons is shared among several pilots, where
last minute anti-collision maneuvers are not executable.
T rns
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) is very sensitive, responding instantly to turn commands. Leveled
turns can be achieved with the shifting of weight on the risers with minimum altitude
loss.
A combination of weight shifting and breaking technique is the most efficient way of
executing turns in any situation. The given brake utilized determines the radius of
turns.
By activating the brakes on the outside edge of the turns, as well as applying maximum
weight shifting on the risers, the efficiency and resistance to collapse in turbulences (at
the edge of thermals) is increased.
In case it becomes necessary to perform turns in a constrained space with the E EL LL LU US S
F
FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ), we recommend you to release the outside brake in the given turn and pull a
little more the brake on the inside of the turn.
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) glides best when no brakes are applied.
Warning
By pulling either brake too strongly or suddenly, there is a danger of creating a
negative spiral!

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Accelerated Flight
It is recommended to use the accelerator when flying against the wind or in
descending current zones. Due to a decreased angle of attack, the canopy may collapse
easier than when set at the normal position. The pilot must remember that the higher
the speed, the more dynamic the collapse response or symmetric closing will be.
Flight in t rb lent conditions
In turbulent conditions it is not recommended to fly the glider with full speed, cause
the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) is than more sensitive to deformation and closing. You must
remember that the higher the speed, the more dynamic the collapse response or
symmetric closing will be.
Warning
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) requires active flying in turbulences! This can avoid canopy closings
and deformations.
Active flight
For best performance during your flight, it is important to be always sensitive to what
your canopy is trying to communicate. The key elements of active flying are the
advancements and tension control. When the canopy moves ahead of you, carefully
apply the brakes, so that the canopy returns to be above you, and if the canopy moves
behind you, you must release the brakes. Flying with the brakes lightly applied (+ - 20
cm) allows the canopy to fly slightly behind. In turbulent circumstances the internal
paraglider tension may change, which you will feel on the brakes. The idea is to
maintain a constant tension, and in case you feel loss of tension, apply the brake.
Avoid flying excessively with the brakes on because you might brake to the point of
stopping the canopy from flying. Always consider your aerodynamic speed. Your
movements can be symmetric or asymmetric and both or one brake can be applied.
We suggest that you do ground practice runs and advancing simulations. Tension loss
can be simulated well on the ground.
Warning
• Neither pilot nor any paraglider are immune to collapses; therefore active flying will
decrease the chances of happening.
• Always maintain altitude awareness and do not get into excessive commanding
mode. We advise you to maintain brake tension and avoid flying in extreme
turbulent conditions.

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Landing
It's very easy to land with the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ). The final approach stage must be done in
straight line upwind. During this final glide, the paraglider must be decelerated slowly
and at about 1 m from the ground the pilot must stall the canopy, according to the
conditions.
With a strong nose wind, the pilot should break only slightly or eventually don't even
brake at all, and utilizing just the risers 'C' to de-inflate and overcome the canopy after
the landing. By breaking during a landing in strong wind conditions, you may expose
the canopy to the wind, which could lead to the pilot being dragged backwards.
The final approach must be done always in a straight line. Sharp and alternating turns
may produce a dangerous pendulum movement close to the ground.
Motorized Flight and Acrobatic Flight
The E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) has not been designed for motorized flight, or acrobatics. Although
it has been successfully used for these purposes by some pilots.

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EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) ) - Fast descent maneuvers
Warning
• All fast descent maneuvers must be executed in light conditions and at sufficient
altitude, so that they can be performed as necessary under extreme flying
conditions.
• 'Full Stalls' and negative spirals must be avoided, regardless of the paraglider being
flown. Incorrect recoveries and exits can result in disastrous consequences.
• The best flight technique is to fly safely and correctly. This way you will never need
to descend rapidly!
Ears
By pulling simultaneously the external riser 'A1' at about 18 cm, the canopy tips will
close. The canopy remains completely maneuverable through the activating of
unilateral brakes or the shifting of weight towards the risers, flying at a fast descending
rate (up to approximately 5m/s). In order to recover, the pilot must release the
external riser 'A1' lines. Usually the canopy re-opens by itself, but the pilot can assist
with a long and quick pumping.
Warning
S
SO OL L does not recommend combining of ears and spirals, as this may exceed the
allowable load.

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Positive Spiral
Spirals carry a high rate of descent. Therefore high accelerations (G) make it impossible
to hold them for an extended period of time. The spiral force may cause the pilot to
faint and to lose flying controls, and crash. Furthermore, they will exert a lot of force
and affect the pilot and equipment alike.
The pilot should never exercise this maneuver in turbulences or with wide lateral
angles. In windy conditions, the pilot must be aware of oscillations during the
maneuver.
When the pilot activates just one brake, slowly and progressively, the E EL LL LU US S F FI IV VE E ( (5 5) )
inclines sideways in a sharp angle and enters a steep and quick turn, which may
become a positive spiral.
During a spiral the rotation radius can be controlled by the greatest or smallest force
applied to the inside brake.
In order to come out of it, the pilot must release the brake slowly and shift his/her
weight lightly to the outside of the turn. A sudden exit may result in an exaggerated
momentum forward of the canopy, and collapsing it. For this reason, on exiting the last
turn, the inside brake of a given turn must be softly applied again.
In case the canopy collapses during this process, the spiral must be counter-acted, as
the active canopy area will be reduced.
Warning
• Never combine ears with spirals. The canopy active area reduction plus the 'G'
force, by the centrifugal effect, may result in line and/or canopy damage.
• Exiting of any spiral at great speeds must be piloted.
• This maneuver requires high altitudes (at least 00 meter over ground) and is
dangerous due high descent ratio pilot can lose the altitude reference. Never do this
maneuver without sufficient experience.

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B-Stoll
To induce a 'B-Stall', the pilot must pull the risers 'B' simultaneously, between 15 and
20 cm. There will be a shift of air flow on the outer layer and the canopy will initiate a
parachutal phase.
By releasing the risers 'B' quickly the airflow recoils on the outer layer and the canopy
returns to its normal flight position. In case the canopy does not recover to normal
flight, refer to the section on Wraps. The momentum of return creates a forward
motion by the canopy. We recommend avoiding braking the paraglider eliminating the
possibility of a parachutal stall.
The load applied on the 'B' lines during this maneuver is not beneficial to your
paraglider. Use this maneuver only in emergencies. In the event risers 'B' are pulled
too quickly or too deeply, a horseshoe may occur towards the front. In order to regain
normal flight, the pilot must apply the brakes lightly.