SUP’AIR RADICAL 4 User manual

SUPAIR SAS
PARC ALTAÏS
34 RUE ADRASTÉE
74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD
FRANCE
RCS 387956790
User’s manual
RADICAL 4
Revision index : V2 25/02/2022
English
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Thank you for choosing the RADICAL 4.
We are glad to be able to share our common
paragliding passion with you.
SUPAIR has been designing, producing and
selling free flying equipment since 1984. By
choosing a SUPAIR product you benefit from
almost 40 years of expertise, innovation and
listening. This is also our philosophy : wor-
king endlessly to develop better products
and to maintain a high quality production.
We hope you will find this user’s manual
comprehensive, explicit and hopefully en-
joyable as well. We advise you to read it
carefully.
You will find the latest up to date informa-
tion about this product on our website
www.supair.com.
If you have any further questions, feel free
to ask one of our retailers for answers. And
naturally, the entire SUPAIR team is at your
disposal on [e-mail].
We wish you many safe enjoyable flying
hours, and happy landings
Team SUPAIR

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Table des matières
Introduction 4
Technical specifications 5
Sizes choice 6
Nomenclature 7
Harness overview 10
Accessories assembly 11
Carabiners 11
Speed-bar 12
Airbag Module 13
Installing the reserve parachute 15
Reserve parachute characteristics 15
Handle connection – POD 15
Parachute connection– harness 17
Installing the reserve parachute in the container 21
Gear packing and tips 28
Adjustments 30
The various adjustments 30
Adjusting the harness 31
Wing/harness connection 32
Inflight behavior 33
Flight phases 34
Pre-Flight check 34
Take-off 34
In flight 35
Speed-bar use 35
Landing 35
Using the reserve parachute 36
Towing 36
Mandatory control 36
Maintenance 37
Cleaning and maintenance 37
Storage and transport 37
Product longevity 37
Repairs 38
Spare parts 38
Materials 38
Recycling 38
Warrantly 39
Disclaimer 39
Pilot’s gear 39
Shock absorber 40
In case of incident 41
Service book 42

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Welcome to the world of paragliding according to SUPAIR, a world of shared passion.
The RADICAL 4 is the harness for pilots who are passionate about mountain flights. The design and the choice of materials have been
thought with the objective of longevity and quality.
The RADICAL 4 harness was certified EN 1651 : 1999 to 120 DaN ( 120 kg ).
The RADICAL 4 harness + the reversible airbag RADICAL 4 was certified EN 1651 : 1999 and LTF* 91/09.
* The LTF certification of the RADICAL 4 harness is only valid if the airbag is installed.
Indicating that it meets European and German safety requirements.
After reading this manual, we suggest you to check your harness in static hang-posts to adjust it before your first flight.
Introduction
N. B. : Three important icons will help you when reading this manual
Advice Caution ! Danger !!

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Taille de la sellette S M L
Pilot size (cm) 160-175 170-185 180-205
Pilot weight (mini - maxi) (kg) 50-70 kg 65 -90 kg 70 - 120
Flight weight limits max except wing and carabiners 120 dNa (env 120 Kg) 120 dNa (env 120 Kg) 120 dNa (env 120 Kg)
Harness weight (as delivered) (g) 910 920 970
Harness weight with airbag module (g) 2160 2190 2260
Designed for Paragliding only
A Back lenght (cm) 62 65 70
B Backrest tilt adjustment (cm) 30 33 36
C Profondeur d’assise (cm) 42 42 44
D Carabiners height (cm) 45 45 47
E Carabiners distance (cm) 33 - 44 33 - 44 34 -48
Impact damping system AIRBAG OPTIONAL
Certification Yes: EN1651
Harness certification+ bag-airbag Yes: EN1651 & LTF
Tandem (Pilot or Passenger) No
Towing Yes
Quick-out carabiners compatibility No
Aerobatics No
Reserve parachute pocket volume (litre) 2,9 à 4,75 L
A
B
C
DE
Back lenght
Backrest tilt adjustment
Seat lenght
Carabiners height
Carabiners distance
A
B
C
D
E

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Choosing your harness size is important. You will find here below a height/weight table that will help you in your size choice. we advise you to try out
the harness under a hanging device at one of our retailers in order to choose the correct size.
For a complete list of our retailers, please click here : www.supair.com
SIZE CHOICE
SIZE
WEIGHT 1m55 1m60 1m65 1m70 1m75 1m80 1m85 1m90 1m95 2m00 2m05
50 S S
55 S S S
60 S S S S
65 S S S S S ou M
70 S S S ou M M M M ou L
75 S ou M M M M L
80 M M M M ou L L
85 M M L L L
90 M ou L L L L L
95 L L L L L L
100 L L L L L L
105 L L L L L
110 L L L L
115 L L L
120 L L

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NOMENCLATURE
1
2
Harness
Reversible and removable Airbag
( Ref : PROSACAIRBAGR4S
PROSACAIRBAGR4M
PROSACAIRBAGR4L )
Olys pocket ( T1 ou T2 )
( Ref : PPVCOLYST1
PPVCOLYST2 )
Speed-bar Light 2B
(réf. : ACCELSOUPLELIGHT)
Riser Solo Dyneema
( ref : ELESOLODYNEEMA )
Options
1
Edelrid Pure Slider Carabiners x2
2

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PURE SLIDER GATE LOCK
GENERAL NOTES FOR APPLICATION AND
SAFETY
This product is exclusively designed for use
in connection with paragliders. The karabiner
(connector) must not be use as personal pro-
tective equipment against falls from a height;
it should be assigned to one person only.All
documents must have been understood by the
user before use. The reseller must provide
this document in the language spoken in the
country of use and it must be kept together
with the equipment during the entire service
life.
Application notesThe following application
notes must be carefully read and observed.
This product does not remove all risk per-
sonally incurred and borne by its users.Any
flying sport is potentially hazardous. Errors
and carelessness can lead to serious injuries
or even to death.Correct choice of equipment
requires experience; use of the equipment is
exclusively allowed to trained, experienced
persons; other users must be supervised. The
user should be aware that deficient bodily or
mental health may impair safety of normal
application and in emergency situations.
The manufacturer does not accept any lia-
bility for abuse or misuse. In such cases the
responsibility and risk lie with the users or
persons responsible for the operation. When
using this product, we recommend additio-
nally observing the applicable national rules
and regulations.
Connectors should only be loaded when in
their working position, not over the gate.
During any use, the gate must close and lock
automatically; check its function prior to
every use. Connectors must be used exclu-
sively with closed and locked gates (xxx as
screwed gates or xxx must always be closed
completely; Warning do not overtighten screw
gates!). External pressure on the karabiner /
connector substantially reduces the stability;
the gate sleeve may break and the gate open.
The maximum tensile strength is substantial-
ly reduced when the gate is open. Be aware
that use of wide webbing may reduce the
maximum tensile strength of the connector.
Safety notes
If this product is combined with other com-
ponents these may mutually affect safety. If
this product is used in combination with other
compo-nents, such as harnesses, paraglider
risers, or rescue equipment, users must ac-
quaint them- selves with the enclosed recom-
mendations, notes and instructions for these
components prior to use and comply with
them.If original components of the product
are altered or removed, this may impair the
safety properties. The equipment should not
be altered or remodeled or adjusted by use
of additional parts in any way not specifically
recommended in writing by the manufacturer.
Warning! The products must not be subjec-
ted to damaging influences. This specifically
includes contact with caustic or aggressive
substances (e. g.: acid, lye, soldering flux,
oils, cleaning agents) as well as extreme
temperatures or sparks. Sharp edges, mois-
ture and icing particularly may substantially
impair the strength of the product!
Climate during use
The temperature ranges for continuous use of
the product (in dry conditions) is approx. -30
°C to +60 °C.
Service life and replacement
The service life of the product mainly depends
on the type and frequency of use as well as
on external influences.Maximum service life
at optimum storage conditions (see Storage)
if unused: connectors: unlimited.
Use
The maximum permissible service life of the
connector is based on the following table: The
starting weight must be taken into account as
this significantly influences the service life.
The product must be withdrawn from further
use after reaching the maximum permissible
service life.
Take-weight under 120kg.

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PURE SLIDER GATE LOCK
MAILMOUSPURESLIDER + MPPP094 (
Edelride pure slider + Locking system)
1000 Flight Hours or Maximum of 5 years
Important Note!
The use of the karabiner
MAILMOUSPURESLIDER+MPPP094 ( Edelride
Pure Slider+ Locking system) is not permitted
for the take-off weight of more than 120 kg.
The connector must be removed from use
immediately if sharp edges/burrs/xxxx are vi-
sible or can be felt, if the gate does not close
or lock automatically anymore as well as
after fall loading, e. g. in rescue equipment.
Inspection
Before any use, be sure to check the product
for signs of damage and proper function.
When the good-for-use period mentioned
above is exceeded, the product must be re-
moved from use.Repairs may only be carried
out by the manufacturer or a person autho-
rized by the manufacturer.
Storage / Cleaning / Maintenance Storage
Continuous storage temperature approx. -10
°C to +30 °C, dry and protected from daylight.
No contact with chemicals (Caution: Battery
acid!) or corrosives substances.
Cleaning / Maintenance
Clean contaminated products in hand-warm
water (if required, add neutral soap to re-
move oil or grease). Rinse generously.Com-
mon, non-halogen containing disinfectants
may be used if needed. The joints of metal
parts must be cleaned regularly and then be
lubricated with acid-free oil or a lubricant
based on Teflon or silicone.Warning: If the
present instructions for use are not observed,
this can lead to fatal injury!
Markings on connectors
Trademark: EDELRID
Serial number and year of construction: e. g.
YYYY MM

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HARNESS OVERVIEW
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Chest strap
Shoulder strap adjustment
Backrest angle adjustment Back storage pocket
Paragliding main hooking points
Reserve parachute hooking points
Pulleys for speedsystem
Pulleys for speedsystem
stick holders
1
4
2
5
36
7
8 9

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ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY
Carabiners EDELRID PURE SLIDER
Carabiners EDELRID PURE SLIDER + Plastic locking clip
Insert the lumbar strap and the main strap.
Please make sure that the O-ring holds the main strap and the lum-
bar strap.
Repeat for the other side.
Insert the lumbar strap and the main strap into the carabiner.
Close the finger and lock the closure by turning the plastic piece.
Repeat on the other side.
When the AIRBAG module is installed, the airbag strap must be placed
between the lumbar strap and the main strap.
Compatible carabiners :
Réf. : MAILMOUSPURESLIDER
Réf. : MAILMOUSPURESLIDER + MPPP094
Carabiners
ASSEMBLY WITH EDELRIDE PURESLIDER + O-RING ASSEMBLY WITH EDELRIDE PURESLIDER + LOCKING CLIP
WITHOUT MODULE AIRBAG WITH MODULE AIRBAG

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ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY
Speed-bar system
Compatible speed-bar:
Speedbar assembly :
Regarding either side of the harness.
Be careful, make sure the speedbar is not set too short. It could be dangerous. When you are not using the speedbar,
the line should not be under tension at your risers.
Pass the speedbar line through the front loop
Pass the line throught the pulley.
Finally, attach a hook to the line so that you can connect it to
your glider’s speedbar.
Check the operation of the speedbar by simulating an acceleration.
i.e by sliding the line.
1
2
3
4
2B Light
Réf. : ACCELSOUPLELIGHTMPPL025
1
2
3

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ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY
Zip the removable module to the harness using the black zip. Check that the zip is completely closed.
REVERSIBLE MODULE AIRBAG
1
+ =

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ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY
Put the sidewall in the carabiner between the lumbar strap and the main strap (both sides)
Attach the front of the airbag with the two aluminium hooks and cover the buckle with the protective sleeve.
REVERSIBLE MODULE AIRBAG
2
3

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Thank you for reading the following carefully ! We recommend for the initial rescue parachute assembly and installation to be made
by a qualified professional. Reserve parachute folding and installation inside the harness must conform to the specific guidelines
found in this manual. We are not responsible for any other use.
The volume of reserve parachutes may vary depending on the folding
We have checked the pocket for compatibility with some of our reserve parachutes. Other parachutes are compatible, which we
have not tested here..
• Parachute pocket closed by zip and locked by cable
• Volume from 2.9L to 4.75L
• Suitable for SUPAIR SHINE and FLUID LIGHT rescue parachutes as well as other solo parachutes
• A POD + Handle is dedicated to the parachute bag of the RADICALE 4.
Rescue parachute pocket characteristics
RADICAL 4 Size M
Compatible
parachutes S M L
SHINE
FLUID LIGHT
RADICAL 4 Size L
Compatible
parachutes S M L
SHINE
FLUID LIGHT
RADICAL 4 Size S
Compatible
parachutes S M L
SHINE
FLUID LIGHT
The reserve parachute can be fitted in the integrated container of the airbag module using the dedicated POD, or ven-
trally when the harness is used without an airbag module.

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Installation of the parachute in the POD
1
2 4 6
53

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Riser/Harness connection
First of all, open the zipper of the riser guide from the top of the shoulder to the reserve container to access the attachment points of the reserve
parachute.
>> Access to the reserve parachute connection points
A
B
Attach each riser to the
shoulder attachment points by
making a Lark’s knot ( loop to
loop connection ). Use the larg-
est bridle loop ends.
Fastening the risers to the harness via a Lark’s head knot connection.
Connecting the risers to the harness with 6mm square Maillon Rapide®
Assemble everything cor-
rectly, check that the risers do
not move.
Proceed in the same way for the
second attachment point. Tighten each connection se-
curely.
12
3
Provide yourself with
two 6mm square Mail-
lon Rapide® and two
O-rings.
Open the 6mm
square Maillon Rapi-
de®.
- Pass the O-ring
through the Maillon
Rapide®
- Make a twist
Pass the attach-
ment point through
the loop of the O-
ring.
-Pass the Maillon
Rapide® through the
attachment point.
1
2Make a second
twist with the O-ring.
- Pass the loop
through the link.
- Check that the riser
does not move.
3Close the link by
hand and then with a
pair of pliers by mak-
ing 1/4 turn.
- Repeat the opera-
tion for the second
attachment point.
4

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Risers/Harness connection
- Open the 6mm square
Maillon Rapide®.
- Pass the O-ring
through the Maillon
Rapide®
- Twist.
1
- Pass the riser through
the O-ring loop.
- Pass the riser through
the link.
2
- Give a second twist
with the O-ring.
3
- Push the buckle
through the link.
4
- Check that the riser does not move.
- Close the Maillon Rapide® tightly by
hand
- Finalize the closing with a pair of pli-
ers by making 1/4 turn.
- Repeat the operation for the second
riser.
5
Connection of the risers to the attachment points with 6mm square Maillon Rapide®.

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Place the risers inside the sleeve
1-Place the risers inside their guiding/protec-
tive sleeve connected alongside the harness.
Risers mustn’t be too stretched.
2- Make them stand out.

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INSTALLING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
Reserve parachute/risers
- Open the 7mm square
Maillon Rapide®
- Push the maillon through
the risers loops
- Push the maillon through
the plastic ring
- Twist
- Give a second twist to
the plastic ring.
- Push the buckle through
the maillon.
- Push the two riser ends
through the toric ring loop.
- Push the maillon through
the riser loop
-Tidy up the assembly.
- Be certain for the riser end loops to be securely
fastened.
- Close the Maillon Rapide® tightly by hand.
- Tighten using pliers and making a ¼ turn.
One (1) square 7mm Maillon Rapide® will be needed + two (2) O-rings.
1 2 4
5
3