Swing CONNECT REVERSE 3 User manual

PArAglider
CONNECT
REVERSE 3
Instruction Manual (EN)
Version: 1.1
Date: 08.08.2018

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INFORMATION
SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH reserves the right to alter or add to the contents
of this Manual at any time. You should therefore regularly visit our website :
www.SWING.de
where you will find additional information relating to your paraglider and any
changes to the Manual. There is further information about the SWING website in the section
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The date and version number of this Manual are given on the front page.
Express written consent from SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH is required for any duplication of this Manual, in
whole or in part (with the exception of short quotations in specialist articles), and in any form or by any means,
whether electronic or mechanical.
The information and data found in this Manual may be altered at any time without notice. The fact that this
Manual has been made available does not confer any claim to the product descriptions, common or trade
names or other intellectual property.

Dear SWING customer,
Thank you for purchasing a SWING product.
Ongoing development work along with the innovative combination of the materials used have
resulted in a product which meets our own high expectations and those of our customers and
which sets standards in the industry.
If you have any questions which are not answered in this Manual, please do not hesitate to contact
your SWING dealer or SWING directly: Tel: [phone] or [email protected]
SWING Team
WARNING
Read this Manual before using your harness!
DANGER
This harness must not be used for sky-diving.

Contents
01 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................... 7
MANUAL ...........................................................................................................................................7
Special text .................................................................................................................................7
Series of instructions .................................................................................................................8
Lists of parts ..............................................................................................................................8
Bullet points ...............................................................................................................................8
QR Codes ...................................................................................................................................8
Manual on the internet ..............................................................................................................8
SWING AND THE ENVIRONMENT ..........................................................................................................8
Respect for nature and the environment .................................................................................8
Environmentally-friendly recycling ..............................................................................................8
02 SAFETY ........................................................................................................................... 9
SAFETY ADVICE ...................................................................................................................................9
SAFETY NOTICES .................................................................................................................................9
DISCLAIMER AND EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY,OPERATING LIMITS...................................................................10
Disclaimer and exclusion of liability .........................................................................................10
Operating limits ........................................................................................................................10
PURPOSE.........................................................................................................................................10
03 HARNESS FEATURES.................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL DATA ..............................................................................................................................11
*WEIGHT INCLUDING SEAT PLATE,CARABINERS,RESERVE HANDLE,RESERVE BRIDLES,BACKPACK HIP BELT .....11
DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................................................12
CONCEPT.........................................................................................................................................12
FEATURES........................................................................................................................................12
Safety features .........................................................................................................................12
Comfort features .....................................................................................................................13
Pockets ....................................................................................................................................13
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................................14
Side pockets .............................................................................................................................14
Streamer .................................................................................................................................14
Rain cover / Transport cover .................................................................................................14
FITTING THE RESERVE SYSTEM .............................................................................................................14
Fitting the bridle .......................................................................................................................14
Attaching the deployment handle ............................................................................................15
Inserting the reserve ...............................................................................................................16
Closing the container ...............................................................................................................17
Closing the V-line channel system ...........................................................................................18
Compatibility test .....................................................................................................................18
ADJUSTMENT OPTIONS ......................................................................................................................18
Adjusting the seating position .................................................................................................19
Chest strap ..............................................................................................................................20
Adjusting the leg loops .............................................................................................................20
SPEED SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................21

Adjusting the speed bar ..........................................................................................................21
FOOT STIRRUP AND LEG COVER ............................................................................................................21
ATTACHING THE HIP BELT ...................................................................................................................22
04 FLYING WITH THE CONNECT REVERSE 3 ..................................................................... 23
CONVERTING THE HARNESS ................................................................................................................23
Conversion from backpack into harness .................................................................................23
Conversion from harness into backpack .................................................................................23
PUTTING ON THE HARNESS .................................................................................................................24
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK ............................................................................................................................25
TOWING ..........................................................................................................................................25
TANDEM FLIGHTS ..............................................................................................................................25
EMERGENCIES AND SPECIAL FLYING CONDITIONS............................................................... 25
SUSPENSION TRAUMA .......................................................................................................................25
05 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 26
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................26
Care .........................................................................................................................................26
Storage ....................................................................................................................................26
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................26
REPAIRS AND INSPECTION ..................................................................................................................27
Repairs .....................................................................................................................................27
INSPECTION......................................................................................................................................27
General .....................................................................................................................................27
Inspection periods ...................................................................................................................27
Validity of inspection ................................................................................................................27
Inspection by the pilot ..............................................................................................................28
What to do if damage is discovered, Repairs .........................................................................28
WARRANTY .....................................................................................................................................28
DISPOSAL ........................................................................................................................................28
06 SWING ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB ............................................................................ 29
SWING WEBSITE .............................................................................................................................29
SWING ACCESSORIES.......................................................................................................................29
FACEBOOK,TWITTER &YOUTUBE ........................................................................................................29
Paragliders ..............................................................................................................................29
Speedgliders ............................................................................................................................29
SWING TV ................................................................................................................................29
07 APPENDIX..................................................................................................................... 30
ADDRESSES .....................................................................................................................................30
SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH ...............................................................................................30
Paraglider recycling .................................................................................................................30
DHV ..........................................................................................................................................30
EAPR ........................................................................................................................................30
Air Turquoise SA ......................................................................................................................30
VERSIONS ........................................................................................................................................30

HARNESS DETAILS.............................................................................................................................31
PILOT DETAILS /PROOF OF OWNERSHIP ...............................................................................................31
NOTIZEN .........................................................................................................................................31

Introduction
Section 01
7
01Introduction
Manual
You must read this Manual carefully before
using the harness for the first time.
This will allow you to familiarise yourself with the
adjustment options and the care and
maintenance of your new paraglider harness.
Information in this Manual on design of the
paraglider harness, technical data and
illustrations are subject to change. We reserve
the right to make changes without prior
notification.
Special text giving safety information is
identified in this Manual in accordance with the
ANSI Z535.6 standard.
The Manual complies with the airworthiness
requirements in LTF NFL II 91/09 and forms
part of the certification.
© SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH
Special text
DANGER
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situation where there is imminent danger,
which in all probability will lead to death or
serious injury, if the instructions given are
not followed.
WARNING
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potentially dangerous situation, which may
lead to death or serious injury, if the
instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
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potentially dangerous situation, which may
lead to minor or slight injury, if the
instructions are not followed.
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PLEASE NOTE
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indicate possible damage to property, which
may occur if the instructions are not
followed.
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TIP
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tips which will make it easier to use your
paraglider.

8
Section 01
Introduction
Series of instructions
In this Manual, instructions which must be
followed in a certain order are numbered
consecutively.
< Where there is a series of pictures with
step-by-step instructions, each step has the
same number as the corresponding
picture.
d Letters are used where there is a series of
pictures but the order is not relevant.
Lists of parts
Numbers circled in red refer to various
parts of the item pictured. A list of the
numbers and the name of the part labelled
follows the picture.
Bullet points
Bullet points are used in this Manual for lists.
Example:
risers
lines
QR Codes
If this Manual refers to a website,
a QR code is also given. The
website will open if the code is
scanned using a smartphone
with the appropriate app.
Manual on the internet
Additional information about your harness and
any updates to the Manual can be found on our
website at www.SWING.de.
This Manual was current at the time of going to
print. It can be downloaded from SWING
website prior to print.
SWING and the environment
Protection of the environment, safety and
quality are the three core values of SWING
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implications for everything we do. We also
believe that our customers share our
environmental awareness.
Respect for nature and the environment
You can easily play a part in protecting the
environment by practising the sport of
paragliding in such a way that there is no
damage to nature and the areas in which we fly.
Keep to marked trails, take your rubbish away
with you, refrain from making unnecessary
noise and respect the sensitive biological
equilibrium of nature. Consideration for nature
is required even at the launch site!
If you are a smoker, please do not leave
cigarette butts behind.
Paragliding is, of course, an outdoor sport 
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Environmentally-friendly recycling
SWING gives consideration to the entire life
cycle of its products, the final stage of which is
recycling in an environmentally-friendly manner.
The synthetic materials used in our products
must be disposed of properly. If you are not able
to arrange appropriate disposal, SWING will be
happy to recycle the product for you. Send the
glider with a short note to this effect to the
address given in the Appendix.

Safety
Section 02
9
02 Safety
WARNING
The safety advice given below must be
followed in all circumstances. Failure to do
so renders invalid the certification and/or
results in loss of insurance cover, and could
lead to serious injuries or even death.
Safety advice
All forms of aerial sport involve certain risks.
When compared with other types of aerial
sport, paragliding has the lowest number of
fatal accidents measured according to the
number of licensed pilots.
However, few other sports demand such a high
level of individual responsibility as paragliding.
Prudence and risk-awareness are basic
requirements for the safe practice of the sport,
for the very reason that it is so easy to learn
and practically anyone can do so. Carelessness
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quickly lead to critical situations. A reliable
assessment of conditions for flying is
particularly important. Paragliders are not
designed to be flown in turbulent weather. Most
serious paraglider accidents are caused by
pilots misjudging the weather conditions for
flying.
Please bear in mind that any aerial sport is
potentially dangerous and that ultimately you
are responsible for your own safety.
We therefore strongly encourage you to fly in a
conservative manner. This applies both to the
choice of conditions in which you fly and also to
the safety margin which you allow when
carrying out the various flying manoeuvres.
We recommend that you only fly using
paragliding equipment, harness, reserve
parachute and helmet that have been tested
and certified.
In Germany, paragliders are subject to the
guidelines for aerial sports equipment and must
not under any circumstances be flown without a
valid certification. Independent experimentation
is strictly prohibited. This Manual does not
replace the need to attend training at a
paragliding school.
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 complies with the
airworthiness requirements for hang gliders
and paragliders at the time of delivery. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
personal injury or material damage which
arises in connection with this harness.
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 leads the way in
development standards for paraglider
harnesses. It will remain airworthy for many
years if you look after it properly.
This Manual must be passed on to any new
owner of the harness. It forms part of the
certification and belongs with the harness.
Observe the other specific safety advice in the
various sections of this Manual.
Safety notices
Safety notices are issued when defects arise
during use of equipment which could possibly
also affect other examples of the same model.
The notices contain instructions on how to
inspect the equipment concerned for possible
faults and the steps required to rectify any
faults.
SWING publishes on its website any technical
safety notices and airworthiness instructions
which are issued in respect of SWING
products. We will also send you safety notices
directly by email if you have registered your
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Safety notices are released by the
certification agencies and are also
published on the relevant websites.
Services such as RSS are also
available which allow internet users
to follow various websites and any
changes made to them without having to
access them individually. This allows much
more information to be followed than was
previously the case. You should therefore visit
the safety pages of the certification agencies on
a regular basis and keep up-to-date with new
safety notices which cover any products
connected with paragliding (refer to Appendix
for addresses).

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Section 02
Safety
WARNING
The harness owner is responsible for
carrying out the action required by the safety
notice.
Disclaimer and exclusion of liability,
Operating limits
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The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
personal injury or material damage which
arises in connection with SWING products. The
certification and warranty shall be rendered
invalid if there are changes of any kind or
incorrect repairs to this harness, or if any
inspections are missed.
Pilots are responsible for their own safety and
must ensure that the airworthiness of the
equipment is checked prior to every flight. The
pilot should launch only if the paragliding
equipment is airworthy. In addition, when flying
outside of Germany, pilots must observe the
relevant regulations in each country.
The paragliding equipment may only be used if
the pilot has a valid licence for the area or is
flying under the supervision of an approved
flying instructor. There is no liability on the part
of third parties, in particular the manufacturer
and the dealer.
Disclaimer and exclusion of liability
In terms of the warranty and guarantee
conditions, the paraglider harness may not be
used with certified paragliding equipment if any
of the following situations exists:
the inspection period has expired, or the
inspection has been carried out by
unauthorised agencies or people
the pilot has insufficient experience or
training
repairs have been carried out by the pilot or
unauthorised repairs have been carried out,
or there have been repairs using parts
which are not original parts
the pilot has incorrect or inadequate
equipment (paraglider, protection, reserve
parachute and helmet)
Operating limits
The harness may only be used within the
operating limits. These have been exceeded if
any of the following situations exists:
it is used outside of the permissible weight
range
it is used when there is obvious damage to
it
it is used in rain or drizzle, in cloud, fog
and/or snow
the air temperature is below -30°C or
above 50°C
alterations have been made to the harness
which are not approved
the pilot uses the harness for a purpose
which is not connected with paragliding.
This harness is, e.g., not a parachute
harness and not intended for use as such!
Purpose
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 was developed as a
lightweight convertible harness for everyday
use, with the maximum level of comfort.
It may only be used as a paraglider harness in
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120kg.

Harness features
Section 03
11
03Harness features
Technical data
Use
Paraglider harness
Certification
LTF 91/09, EN 1651
Certification number
EAPR-GZ-0879/18
Maximum clip-in weight
120 daN
Sizes
S
M
L
XL
Distance carbiner seat
plate [cm]
43
45
47
48
Distance between
carabiners [cm] (min. 
max.)
37-48
37-48
37-51
37-51
Seat plate (l x w back / w
front) [cm]
35 x 33/30
37 x 35/32
39 x 37/34
40 x 38/35
Weight approx. [kg]*
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
Protection
LTF NfL II 91/09-certified multi-chamber airbag
Installation of reserve
Integrated container under the seat, side deployment handle
Included in delivery
CONNECT REVERSE 3 harness
Deuter Vari-Flex hip belt
Two aluminium carabiners
Deployment handle for reserve
Instruction Manual
Optional accessories
Deuter rain cover
Deuter transport cover
Deuter Streamer (3 litre hydration pack)
Helmet attachment
*Weight including seat plate, carabiners, reserve handle, reserve bridles, backpack hip belt

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Section 03
Harness features
Diagram
What does the CONNECT REVERSE 3 look like?
Fig. 1: Diagram of the CONNECT REVERSE 3
Concept
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 is one of the latest
generation of paraglider harnesses. It is
designed as a convertible harness/backpack
and combines the usual high comfort level of
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outstanding carrying features as a backpack.
In designing the backpack, particular
importance was placed on a high level of
carrying comfort, optimal weight distribution
and a high level of functionality. Various
accessories allow the backpack to be
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needs.
It sets standards through its use of a carrying
system which has proved its reliability in alpine
sports.
The harness design focused on ease of use, a
high level of comfort and pilot safety.
The choice of materials reflects the overall
concept of a top quality product with a high level
of functionality, but which is lightweight. The
harness uses mainly light yet robust ripstop
fabrics.
The harness was designed for paraglider pilots
who are keen on hiking, who go for long flights
from remote areas and who are wanting
increased comfort from the optimised carrying
system. It is extremely comfortable which
means it is also suitable for anyone looking for a
top quality harness with practical features and
compact dimensions.
Features
Safety features
T-lock
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 is fitted with a T- lock
safety system to prevent the pilot from slipping
out of the harness by inadvertently forgetting to
do up the leg straps.
The buckle to do up the chest strap is attached
to the leg strap so that, by doing up the chest
strap, there is already some protection against
1. Storage compartment
2. Opening for hydration pack
3. Back adjustment
4. Shoulder straps
5. Hang point
6. Chest strap
7. Seat plate adjustment
8. Leg straps
9. Attachment point for
footstirrup
10. Speedbar (optional)
11. Eyelet for speed system
12. Reserve container
13. Reserve handle
14. Side pockets
15. Airbag with spring system

Harness features
Section 03
13
falling out. This also makes it less likely to forget
the leg straps.
Fig. 2: Chest strap with T-lock done up
Protector
Fig. 3: Airbag inflated by spring system
1. With the CONNECT REVERSE 3, the
optimum hang point and the particular
design of the airbag ensure pilot safety right
from the time you launch. The CONNECT
REVERSE 3 has a multi-chamber airbag
protector, the compartment under the seat
is expanded by a spring system. This
operates independently of airflow.
Reserve container
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has a generously
sized reserve container, which can be reduced
in size using an integrated zip.
This feature means it offers a secure place for
small reserves as well as enough space for
large or steerable reserves.
The reserve container is a semi-tube container
which, combined with the ideally located
deployment handle, ensures safe deployment.
Comfort features
Carrying system
In backpack mode, the CONNECT REVERSE 3 is
fitted with a carrying system made by Deuter,
the specialist in alpine backpacks. The Alpine
Back System ensures the highest level of
carrying comfort and ideal weight distribution.
The flexible Vari Flex hip belt is available as an
optional extra for the Alpine Back System, and
is included in delivery with the CONNECT
REVERSE 3.
Mesh back section
The back section uses mesh fabric to optimise
seating comfort. This ensures optimum
pressure distribution for your back and good air
circulation.
Shoulder attachments
A radio can be attached using the wide strap on
the right shoulder.
There is an extra pocket on the right shoulder
for a security/emergency card. The red rubber
band can be used to secure a credit card
format card.
Pockets
Rear compartment
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has a generously
sized and aerodynamically shaped rear section.
There is an attachment point for trekking poles
next to the main compartment.
Hydration system compartment
There is a compartment for a Streamer
(hydration system bladder) between the back
section and the pilot (Fig. 4). It is also ideal for
storing spare clothes etc. The hydration system
can remain in this compartment in both the
harness and the backpack mode.
The compartment has a Velcro strap to attach
the Streamer. The drinking tube is fed through
a separate opening out of the compartment. It
can be fed through special openings on the
shoulder straps in both harness and backpack
mode.

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Section 03
Harness features
Fig. 4: Streamer compartment with Velcro
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PLEASE NOTE
Attach the streamer asymmetrically and do
not over-fill it, as otherwise it will press into
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comfort and safety
Lid pocket
The Connect Reverse 3 has a zipped lid pocket
to store small items.
Side pockets
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has two side pockets
for any items which need to be within reach
during flight. The shape of the pockets means
that nothing will get lost even during launch.
One side has an open net pocket and the other
side has a zippered pocket. The pockets all have
loops to attach safety lines.
Optional accessories
Side pockets
Side pockets made by Deuter can be used to
expand the CONNECT REVERSE 3. These can
also remain on the harness during flight. Make
sure, however, that the side compression
straps have been fully loosened off.
Streamer
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has a separate
pocket for a hydration pack. This is perfect for
the Deuter Streamer.
SWING recommends that you use a Deuter
Streamer with capacity of up to 3 litres.
Rain cover / Transport cover
SWING recommends using the Deuter
transport cover to protect the harness from
damage and moisture. This can be used both as
a rain cover and also as a transport bag. The

can be stowed away if necessary, e.g. for plane
trips.
We recommend the Deuter Rain Cover III if you
need rain protection only. This is lighter and
more compact than the transport cover.
Fitting the reserve system
Only an appropriately qualified person should fit
the reserve.
The steps to be followed are given below.

PLEASE NOTE
We recommend the use of flat reserve
containers to ensure the best weight
distribution and use of space in the
backpack.
WARNING
In addition, any sections of the reserve
parachute instruction manual that are
relevant to fitting the reserve must be
followed.
DANGER
If your harness should ever get wet (e.g.
because of a landing in water) the reserve
system must be dried out and repacked
before your next flight.
Fitting the bridle
There are three ways in which the reserve
chute can be connected with the harness.
Loops
In the first method, t  
bridle is put through the loop of the reserve
bridle. The reserve itself is passed through the

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large loop in     
connects the two. The connection loop must be
pulled as tight as possible so as to avoid friction
between the two bridles during the shock
caused when the reserve opens. To ensure that
the connection loop between the two remains
tight, it is held in place using the Neoprene
sleeve on the bridle loop.
Screw-lock links
The two lines are inserted into the screw-lock
links which are tightened by hand.
A neoprene sleeve is then placed over the
connection to hold it in place. This prevents
twisting and possible cross-loading.
This method can absorb a higher shock load
than the previous one and is therefore the
method recommended by SWING. The screw-
lock links and neoprene sleeve are available
from SWING.
Reserve with dual bridle
If a steerable reserve chute with dual bridle or
any other reserve with dual bridle is used, the
reserve is connected using the loops of the
harness bridle which are located near the
padded shoulder straps. In this case, the
harness bridle is not needed and should be
folded up, fastened using two rubber bands and
then stored away under the cover behind the
.
For this attachment method, you need two
screw carabiners with a breaking strength of at
least 2400 daN. Make sure that the bridle is
long enough for the reserve to be positioned in
.
There must be enough line length to ensure
that, on activating the reserve chute, the
reserve stays in the reserve container until it is
thrown.

PLEASE NOTE
Check that the steering handles for the
steerable reserve parachute can be reached
during use.
Attaching the deployment handle
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 is delivered with a
deployment handle for the reserve system.
This is identified as No. 6. No other handle
should be used.
WARNING
Use only the original deployment handle!
Check that the handle and the inner reserve
container are securely connected by pulling
firmly.
        
pass it through .
Feed the loop of the handle through the loop of
the container and then bring the handle back
through its own loop.
To ensure safe deployment, the deployment
handle must be attached in a loop on the front
side of the reserve container.
The deployment handle must be fed through the
correct loop in such a way that the connecting
strap between the handle and the inner
container is only put under tension after the
locking pins of the deployment handle have been
completely released by pulling.
DANGER
The deployment handle may be blocked and
the reserve may be difficult to operate or
may not deploy at all if the above instructions
have not been followed.
Make sure that it has been attached
correctly by carrying out a trial deployment.

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Fig. 5: Fitting the deployment handle
Inserting the reserve
First, place the correctly packed reserve next to
the harness the way it will ultimately be fitted,
store the connection lines tidily in loops in the
outer container and then slide the reserve itself
into the container. If the inner container is
equipped with a pilot chute, then it should be at
the back, so that the air can stream into it
better if there is an emergency deployment.
Please be sure to follow the packing and fitting
instructions for the reserve as well. The reserve
is placed into the container in the harness with
its handle visible from the outside and the loop
     at the top with
the reserve container.
DANGER
It is essential to check that none of the lines
are knotted or twisted up in the reserve.
The deployment handle must be fastened to
the side of the container towards the
opening, failing which deployment of the
reserve could be impeded.
Fig. 6: Reserve in the reserve container, sequence for closure shown

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Closing the container
Feed a flexible plastic tube (included with
SWING reserves) or a thin cord (paraglider line)
into each elastic loop, then feed them through
the eyelets on the harness container, starting
with the smallest, so as to pull them together.
Follow the order given in Fig. .
Feed the pins into the elastic loops under the
transparent cover. The cord or plastic tube
must now be removed. Pull it out slowly so that
the elastic loops are not damaged by excessive
friction. Finally the handle will be inserted under
the plastic cover.
Fig. 7: Elastic closures with pack cord/tube
Fig. 8: Lower flap closed
Fig. 4: Upper flap closed
Fig. 5: Front flap secured with pins, deployment handle
stowed away
WARNING
The integrated container under the seat
must be securely closed if it is not being
used.
In this case, the deployment handle should
not be mounted on the harness, to avoid any
confusion.

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Closing the V-line channel system
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has a Velcro-free V-
line channel system. To close it, first undo the
zip fully (before closing the container). The zip is
located behind the shoulder strap on the side of
the harness opposite the reserve handle (left
side, in the right-handed version). Then pull it all
the way down to the reserve container. When
you are sure that the V-line is lying correctly in
the channel, pull the zip in the opposite direction
back to its original position.
The zip is now closed and the V- 
orange warning colour is no longer visible.
Fig. 11: The V-line channel is closed

PLEASE NOTE
Ensure that the end of the zip is closed by
the reserve pocket before locking the pin. If it
is not, the V-line channel could open during
flight and the V-lines could fall out.
Compatibility test
Every new combination of reserve and
harness/outer container must be inspected
after the first packing to ensure that it operates
safely. It must be possible for the pilot to deploy
the reserve from the flying position without any
problem and according to the guidelines in the
manufacturer's instructions. The inspection
must be recorded in the reserve's packing
certificate (compatibility test).
We recommend that the compatibility test is
carried out by the dealer.
As part of the pre-flight check, you must check
before every flight whether the container is
closed properly.
DANGER
A deployment check must be carried out if a
newly packed chute is integrated in a
harness outer container, checking whether
the deployment force is between 6 and
10kg.

TIP
A video showing how to fit the
reserve system can be viewed
online:
http://bit.ly/CRErescue
Adjustment options
The CONNECT REVERSE 3 has various
adjustment options so that pilots can adjust the
harness according to their particular wishes
and preferences. Pilots should take their time in
doing this because it will provide a high level of
comfort!
We recommend that you hang the harness in a
simulator (or frame etc.) when making the
adjustments.

TIP
The recommended standard adjustments
are indicated by red stitching on the straps.
This makes it easy to return to the factory
settings at any time.

PLEASE NOTE
Use your usual loading (reserve parachute,
drinking water etc.) when adjusting the
CONNECT REVERSE 3 to ensure that it is
adjusted appropriately for you.

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Adjusting the seating position
Angle of back section
The first adjustment is to the seating position
and size of the harness. The seating position is
adjusted by the opening angle of the harness.
Decide the angle at which you want to sit (angle
between back and thigh - upright or inclined
position). The angle of adjustment ranges from
approx. 70° to 100°. The adjustment is made
using the side buckles (Fig. 12), which you will
find at about chest height. If the harness is
shortened here, the seating angle will be
smaller (upright position); if it is lengthened the
seating angle increases (inclined position).
When you have the correct setting, secure the
buckle by feeding the strap through in front of
the buckle.
Fig. 12: Buckle open to adjust angle of back
Fig. 6: Buckle blocked with mark showing standard
position
Angle of seat
The second adjustment is to the angle of the
seat, allowing a choice of 
the harness (Fig. 14). A comfortable seating
position should be chosen which is suitable for

need to be made during flight. The range of
angle adjustment is about 10°, with the pilot

opened.
Fig. 14: Buckle to adjust the seat angle (centre of
picture)
Length of shoulder straps
Adjusting the shoulder straps allows the
harness to be altered according to the height of
the pilot. This is done using the adjustment
buckles integrated in the shoulder padding. The
strap is loosened upwards above the loop (Fig.
15) and tightened downwards through the
strap (Fig. 16).
The shoulder strap is correctly adjusted if it lies
on the shoulder but the crimped elastic band at
the lower end is not stretched taut.

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Fig. 15: Loosening the shoulder strap
Fig. 16: Shortening the shoulder strap

PLEASE NOTE
Make sure that you can see the plastic clips
on the shoulder strap. If they are under the
Cordura cover, then the shoulder straps may
slip through because the adjustment buckles
are not quite tightened.
Chest strap
The chest strap (Fig. 17) controls the distance
between the two carabiners (hang point) and
can be altered from 37cm up to 48cm for L, or
up to 51cm for XL. The smaller the distance
between the hang points, the less the glider
responds to weight shifting.
Fig. 17: Shortening the chest strap
Adjusting the leg loops
The leg loops are attached to the chest strap
using the T-lock system and prevent you falling
out of the harness when even one buckle is
done up. Test the adjustment of the leg loops
while standing, walking and sitting and choose
the width which is best for you (simulate the
launch procedure). Once again, it is best to use
a simulator to do this. If you need to use your
hands to get into the right position when flying,
the seating angle must be checked again and
the leg loops adjusted accordingly (Fig. 18 and
Fig. 19).
The adjustment of the leg loops also affects the
stability of the harness. The tighter they are, the
greater its stability.
Fig. 7: Lengthening a leg loop