UP Trango X-light2 User manual

Trango X-light
2
Owner’s Manual
and Service Booklet
Serial Number: __________________________
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Version 1.0
Effective: 07/2013
Updated: 11/2013

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Table of contents
WELCOME IN OUR TEAM....................................................................................................5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................6
CORRECT BEHAVIOUR IN RELATION TO THE ENVIRONMENT.............................6
DEVELOPMENT OF PARAGLIDERS..................................................................................6
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION..........................................................................................................7
CERTIFICATION CLASS...............................................................................................................7
LTF and EN classification ..................................................................................................8
Target group and recommended flying experience.............................................................8
Necessary skills for normal flights......................................................................................8
Necessary skills for dealing with disturbances....................................................................8
Necessary skills for dealing with rapid descent methods....................................................8
Suitability for training.........................................................................................................8
RECOMMENDED WEIGHT RANGE................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL DATA UP TRANGO X-LIGHT²................................................................................10
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION...................................................................................................11
Performance data..............................................................................................................11
Airfoil Stabilizing System².................................................................................................12
CANOPY MATERIAL.................................................................................................................12
LINES .....................................................................................................................................12
RISERS.................................................................................................................................... 13
UP BACKPACK........................................................................................................................15
Adjustment of the backpack...............................................................................................16
Packing tips.......................................................................................................................16
BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT ............................................................................................17
ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 17
Position of the brakes........................................................................................................17
Speed system..................................................................................................................... 19
SUITABLE HARNESSES............................................................................................................. 20
RESCUE SYSTEM .....................................................................................................................20
USE OF THE UP TRANGO X-LIGHT².......................................................................................... 20
AEROBATICS...........................................................................................................................20
MOTORISED PARAGLIDING......................................................................................................20
FLIGHT PRACTICE AND SAFETY....................................................................................21
FLIGHT PRACTICE..............................................................................................................21
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK .................................................................................................................21

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THE START PHASES ................................................................................................................. 21
SPEED CONTROL .....................................................................................................................22
Using the brakes ...............................................................................................................22
Using the Speed System.....................................................................................................22
TURNING ................................................................................................................................23
LANDING ................................................................................................................................23
WINCH TOWING ...................................................................................................................... 23
Attaching the tow-line release system ...............................................................................24
FLIGHT SAFETY...................................................................................................................25
THERMALS AND TURBULENCE................................................................................................. 25
GETTING DOWN FAST .............................................................................................................. 25
Steep Spiral Dive...............................................................................................................26
B-Line Stalls...................................................................................................................... 26
Big Ears............................................................................................................................27
FLYING OUTSIDE THE NORMAL FLIGHT ENVELOPE.............................................. 28
BEHAVIOUR IN EXTREME SITUATIONS......................................................................................28
COLLAPSING THE PARAGLIDER ................................................................................................28
Asymmetric collapse .........................................................................................................28
Cravatte ............................................................................................................................28
Full frontal collapse..........................................................................................................29
THE STALLS ............................................................................................................................29
Deep Stall.......................................................................................................................... 29
Full stall............................................................................................................................30
Spin...................................................................................................................................30
WINGOVERS ........................................................................................................................... 31
EMERGENCY STEERING...........................................................................................................31
FURTHER REFERENCES ............................................................................................................ 31
Rain-induced deep stall.....................................................................................................31
Adhesive logos ..................................................................................................................32
Overloading...................................................................................................................... 32
Salt water..........................................................................................................................32
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING.....................................................................................33
TAKING CARE OF YOUR PARAGLIDER....................................................................................... 33
Paraglider fabric ..............................................................................................................34
Paraglider lines ................................................................................................................35
Storage and transport .......................................................................................................35
CLEANING ..............................................................................................................................35
REPLACING ASS BATTENS ......................................................................................................36
CHECKS AND REPAIRS ......................................................................................................37
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................37
Airworthiness Check.........................................................................................................37

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UP Craftsmanship............................................................................................................. 37
UP WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................37
National warranty conditions ...........................................................................................37
International UP warranty................................................................................................ 38
CHECKING THE UP TRANGO X-LIGHT².................................................................................... 38
PACKING AND CHECKING OF THE RESCUE SYSTEM....................................................................39
SENDING THE UP GLIDER AND OTHER UP PRODUCTS...............................................................39
DISPOSAL...............................................................................................................................39
UP HOMEPAGE.....................................................................................................................39
SOME FINAL WORDS..........................................................................................................40
ATTACHMENTS....................................................................................................................41
LINE PLAN TRANGO X-LIGHT².................................................................................................41
SERVICE BOOKLET..................................................................................................................42
GLIDER-AND PILOT DATA .......................................................................................................42
PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD............................................................................................... 47
Important
The following symbols are used to draw attention to particular sections:
WARNING!
Failing to comply with instructions given here may
lead to injury or death!
BEWARE!
Failing to comply with instructions given here may
cause undue wear to, or even damage, your new
wing.
NOTICE
This pictogram indicates a tip or some helpful extra
knowledge.

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Welcome in our team
Congratulations on the purchase of your new UP Trango X-light². UP International is
renowned across the globe for designing and building the finest paragliders available –
paragliders characterised by maximum safety, performance and quality in every
aspect.
Please take a little time to complete and send the reply card found in the back of this
manual. This way we can keep you informed of all new products and developments at
UP, as well as any technical information about the UP Trango X-light².
We would also be delighted to hear any feedback you have concerning the glider. This
is only possible once we have received your product registration, either through
completing and sending the attached product registration card, or by doing the same
Online via www.up-paragliders.com/de/service/product-registration. Your completed
product registration is also needed should any warranty issues arise.
If you have any questions regarding your paraglider or auxiliary equipment please ask
your local dealer or feel free to contact us here at UP directly.
Have fun with your new UP Trango X-light²!
Your UP International Team

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Safety instructions
Please read this owner's
manual thoroughly before
your first flight with the
UP Trango X-light² so
that you are fully
acquainted with your new
glider. This manual gives you
information on the entire specific and
general flying characteristics of the UP
Trango X-light², but it does not replace
attending a paragliding school. It is
important to note the following points:
•At the time of delivery the UP Trango
X-light² conforms to German Hang
Gliding Association (DHV - LTF) and
EN requirements (see certification
information later in this manual),
•This paraglider has been built and
tested in accordance with German
law. It is identical to the tested
sample and is airworthy,
•Any changes being made outside the
permitted range of adjustment
invalidate any and all claims under
the warranty,
•Using this paraglider is exclusively at
the risk of the user; the manufacturer
or distributor assumes no
responsibility for accidents occurring
while using it,
•It is assumed that the pilot is in
possession of the necessary
qualifications and provisions of any
relevant laws are observed,
•When reselling the wing please
make sure you also give this manual
to the new owner. The manual is an
integrated part of the paraglider and
is required for the wing to keep its
certification,
Correct behaviour
in relation to the
environment
Paragliding is a particularly nature-
friendly sport. This makes it all the
more important that we as paraglider
pilots behave in a responsible way
towards both the environment and the
people sharing it with us. We
encourage you to treat nature with
respect, to stay on marked hiking trails
when walking to takeoff or hiking out
from an XC landing, to avoid
unnecessary noise, to never litter and
to observe all local regulations.
Please also make sure to comply with
legislation regarding protected areas,
privately owned property or hunting
arenas – this ensures the least
possible friction in relation to other
users of the great outdoors, to the
benefit of both yourself and the sport
as a whole.
Development of
paragliders
Admitted, we're proud of our history.
No other company in the free flying
world can look back on such an
expansive history as we can. The UP
story started back in 1970 when Pete
Brock graduated from the Art Center, a
world famous school for design and
engineering in Pasadena, California,
and promptly created some of the
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Daytona Coupé from General Motors was
one – and then went on to become
fascinated by the emerging sport of hang-
gliding – at that time probably the maddest
pastime of them all. After founding Ultralite
Products in 1972 he introduces his first
wing, the Dragonfly, and soon the new
company becomes known under the UP
acronym.
Pete Brock’s spirit survives to this day in
everything we do at UP International – we
still have our very own way of seeing
things and designing things. This entails
building paragliders that are not only as
safe as they come, they must also meet
the very high standards we set ourselves.
Among these are the continued use of the
most advanced technology available both
in the designing and manufacturing
process, but also the feel, the handling
and the performance of the finished
product. All this because we're addicted to
building wings that will fascinate you. A
good paraglider is comprised of a number
of interacting factors of which looks, feel,
handling and performance are but a few.
Only when all these come together in the
final product can we claim to have built a
wing that is homogeneous and
pleasurable to fly; and only then we're
happy, and ready to introduce our new UP
baby to the free flying world.
Our gliders are developed using state-of-
the-art CAD software. Our programs allow
us to do the initial flight testing in a virtual
environment where we can simulate a
great many things before even assembling
the first prototypes.
Once we're happy with the new
prototype’s behaviour in the virtual
environment the program generates the
templates after which the glider is sewn.
When a new prototype arrives from our
proto-building experts everyone at UP is
excited about the prospects of trying it out
in real life. The practical tests may
show that further modifications are
needed – these may be carried out on
the existing wing, or a new prototype is
built with the mods already
incorporated. In exceptional cases this
may continue through several
prototypes, for only when we're 100%
satisfied do we submit our new wing to
testing by the DHV. We owe it to our
customers, and to our own history, to
be particular about which products
earn the UP badge.
Technical description
The UP Trango X-light² was developed
by UP according to the special
demands to a powerful high
performance glider. It has inherited
many character traits from the UP
competition prototype wings, meaning
the UP Trango X-light² is not only a
wing of exceptional performance, but
also a very agile and playful toy.
As with all UP products, the materials
used have been carefully chosen for
their outstanding quality and strength,
to guarantee a long and trouble-free
service life.
Further construction details, including
line lengths, are included in the
certification specification sheets, which
form part of this manual. Any technical
changes will appear in the appendix.
Certification class
The following recommendations from
the DHV safety officer serve to aid the
pilot in identifying the right class of
wing to fly for their skill level. They are
based on years of analysing accident
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experience of flying schools, flying
instructors and SIV instructors.
LTF and EN classification
The UP Trango X-light² has been tested to
conform to the LTF C and EN C glider
classes for size S and LTF/EN D for sizes
SM and M.
Target group and
recommended flying
experience
Performance pilots with extensive
experience flying no less than 75h/year in
a variety of conditions. Perfect for the
performance oriented XC pilot.
Necessary skills for normal
flights
Wings in this class are characterised by
their demanding behaviour in case of in-
flight disturbances. Short brake travel,
dynamic reactions and little dampening
along all 3 axis' require a great deal of
feeling and experience from the pilot.
Intensive training of the control techniques
as well as profound knowledge of the
appreciation and prevention of unintended
wing configurations are a must for pilots
flying this class of wing.
Necessary skills for dealing
with disturbances
Paragliders in this class require correct,
timely and adequate pilot reactions to
canopy disturbances. Pilots flying these
wings should be current and should fly
often enough that their reactions do not
grow rusty. If the necessary skills are not
there we recommend a good SIV course
with the UP Trango X-light² to get
familiar with the wing.
Necessary skills for
dealing with rapid descent
methods
The behaviour during manoeuvres like
spiral dives or b-line stalls in this class
can be demanding. The pilot should
possess adequate skills for the safe
execution of these rapid descent
manoeuvres. In case of insufficient
skills or experience in this department
we strongly recommend partaking in
an SIV clinic with the new wing.
Suitability for training
The UP Trango X-light² is not suited
for training.
Recommended weight
range
The UP Trango X-light² should be
flown within the stipulated takeoff
weight limits, found in the “Technical
data” section of this manual. The
weights mentioned are total launch
values, including glider, pilot, harness,
all clothing etc. The easiest way to find
your own total launch weight is to jump
onto your scales with the complete
backpack containing all your kit on
your back. UP International
manufactures the Trango X-light² in 4
different sizes. If you find yourself
having to choose between two not
entirely ideal sizes we recommend you
let your choice be guided by your
personal preference for being either a
little light or a little heavy on a wing –
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decreases in wing loading by becoming
slightly more or less dynamic in its
characteristics, respectively.
The UP Trango X-light² responds to load
changes by flying either marginally faster
or slower, depending on whether you in-
or decrease the load. The glide ratio in still
air is not affected, and the minimum sink
rate only insignificantly so.

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Technical Data UP Trango X-light²
Size S SM M L*
Surface area flat [m²] 22,0 23,7 25,8 28,4
Surface area projected [m²] 18,3 19,7 21,4 23,5
Flat span [m] 12,3 12,7 13,3 13,9
Projected span [m] 9,3 9,7 10,1 10,6
Flat aspect ratio 6,8 6,8 6,8 6,8
Projected aspect ratio 4,8 4,8 4,8 4,8
Number of Chambers
Total line length incl. Brake [m] 239 248 258 271
Total # of lines incl.Brake
Line dimensions [mm]
Glider weight [kg] 4,7 4,9 5,1 5,4
Trimmspeed [km/h] 40 40 40 40
Top speed [km/h] 58 62 64 64
Takeoff weight [kg] 60-80 75-95 90-110 105-130
LTF/EN Category C D D *
Description * Size L not available at the moment
0,5/0,65/0,75/0,95/1,15/1,3
Performance Competition
67
176

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Design and construction
The Trango X-light² differs from its
predecessor the Trango X-light in far more
aspects than just the optics. Many of these
details are only visible at a second glance.
These are the most important design
characteristics in overview:
•Design based on the successful
2011 UP X-alps wing,
•Uncompromising 3-liner: less
parasitic drag due to less lines
allow for more performance and
more fun!
•High-speed airfoil with the
renowned and almost legendary
UP safety – the Trango X-light²
remains true to the UP
philosophy and the heritage of
the predecessor,
•Highly efficient and light speed
system, adopted from the Open
Class,
•New Stabilo design – better
handling, easier stall behaviour
and reduced induced drag,
•Full Race Concept - 100%
unsheathed lines.
•ASS² - 2
nd
generation of the UP
Airfoil Stabilising System.
•Combined Brake Tension System
(BTS) –a new way to attach the
brake lines in the center part of
the wing.
•Space-Frame-Concept –the UP
way of saying that every little part
of the internal life of the canopy is
only subjected to tensile loads in
one direction, thus the allegory to
Space Frames. It allows us to
dimension all parts very
accurately, to the benefit of
canopy complexity and weight.
Performance data
Ever since the Trango series was first
introduced a decade ago the gliders in
the family have been defining the
Serial Class. Trangos have always
been known for uncompromising
performance coupled with very easy
extreme flight behaviour. The Trango
X-light² is no exception, mastering as it
does the balancing act between
performance and safety in the perfect
way.
As is the case for all UP wings the
performance is monitored all the way
through the design process. Our R&D
people use the combination of two
software packages, the „LT-Parafoil“
and „Paralabs“ to check every new
innovation for performance benefits
before it is released to be incorporated
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ASS
airfoil stabilizing system
²
Airfoil Stabilizing System²
The UP innovation known under the name
ASS has been adopted by many other
manufacturers. In the Trango X-light² it
has been refined even further.
A thin, flexible Nylon batten renders the
use of LE supporting Mylar completely
unnecessary, thereby increasing both
longevity and user-friendliness of the wing.
The batten has no known maximum
service life and we fully expect it to be as
good as new when the rest of the wing is
ready for recycling. It ensures perfect
launching/inflation characteristics every
time, both now and in as many years as
you care to stick with your new Trango X-
light². Should an ASS batten become
damaged they are easy to replace. A
small pocket towards the end of the in-
sewn channel allows the user to remove
damaged battens in mere seconds, and a
new one can be inserted just as easily.
(see the chapter „changing the ASS
battens“).
.
Canopy material
The UP Trango X-light² is constructed
from High Tenacity Polyamide cloth,
which is particularly stretch-resistant
and durable, and is specially treated
for maximum UV resistance.
At UP we are always testing new
materials to see if our wings can
benefit from new developments in the
textile industry. After comprehensive
tests we have settled on the following
Porcher Marine material mix for the
Trango XC²:
•Leading edge top/ top sail
(front): 70032 E3X (32 g/m²)
•Top sail – rear/ Bottom sail:
70000 E71 (27 g/m²)
•Cell walls and V-Tapes:
70032 E4D (32 g/m²)
•Unsupported Ribs: 70000
E91 (27 g/m²)
This mix comprises the best
compromise between weight/bulk and
longevity.
Porcher paraglider cloth is renowned
for low porosity, high hydrophobic
properties and long-lasting colour
fastness and tear resistance.
Lines
The UP Trango X-light² uses the same
line configuration as our competition
wings, i.e. unsheathed Aramide lines
at all levels. The lines are Edelrid
8000U in the diameters
0,5/0,65/0,75/0,95/1,15/1,3 mm and
have very good proven records for
dimensional stability. They are also
known to be very strong. At all loops
the lines have been spliced to double
their original diameter, thus
Illustration
1
:
ASS

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strengthening them in these crucial spots.
The line layout is simple, with three levels
(A, B and C) plus brake lines. All line
splicings are sewn, and the looping is
done using the familiar Larks Head knot –
this assembly method reduces the strain
on the loops and the risk of tensile
strength reductions over time. The finished
lines, including stitches, are under
rigorous and continuous control at the
assembly line, assuring the high quality
levels always associated with UP
products.
Each glider ½ has the following line
layout:
A-level: AI-AIII
B-level: BI-BIII
C-level: CI-CIII (Stabilo)
Brake lines
The individual brake lines are gathered in
one main brake line which travels through
a low-friction pulley mounted on the rear
(C) riser. The main brake line has a mark
to show where the brake handle is
attached by factory default.
All main lines of each level are looped
together and attached to delta quick links,
which are connected to the risers. The
quick links have special line collectors to
prevent lines slipping, and are secured
using a strong thread-locking compound
(Loctite©), to prevent unintentional
opening. After maintenance work the delta
quick links should be re-glued with thread
locking Loctite©!
Risers
Standard configuration of the Trango X-
light² is a riser with 12mm webbing.
The split A-risers and B-risers are
colour marked/colour-coded:
A-risers: Red
B-risers: Blue
C-risers: Black/no marking
In order to accommodate different pilot
sizes the Trango X-light² risers are
lenght-adapted to the canopy size – S
and SM have shorter risers than M and
L. This little detail improves the
ergonomics of the wing and makes all
the different manoeuvres (b-line, Big
Ears) more accessible to the pilots.
The speed system is optimised along
the same lines. Please notice that
there are 3 different riser
configurations for the different glider
sizes to insure the maximum
accelerated speed range.
Once activated the speed system pulls
simultaneously on the A's and B's.
This maintains the angle of incidence
around the leading edge and causes
only minimal influence to the collapse
resistance properties of the wing.
Top speed is reached when the top
pulley touches the bottom extremity of
the speed system, down near the
karabiner.

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Illust
ration 2:
Riser Trango X-light²

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UP Backpack
The UP Trango X-light² is delivered with a
special paraglider backpack, which fulfils
the demands of very high luggage volume
and ergonomically optimised comfort.
We have built in an anatomical carrying
system that allows an optimised load
distribution for maximum comfort. The S
shaped shoulder straps allow full
adjustment and the detachable chest strap
prevents the shoulder straps from slipping
off the shoulders.
The load control straps attached to the
shoulder straps can be set either loose, to
aid ventilation, or tight, for extra stability.
They should rise from your collarbone
at about a 45° angle.
A hip belt is also incorporated to assist
overall comfort. If the hip belt is
tightened then the shoulder straps can
be released slightly to transfer the load
away from the shoulders. The hip belt
is fitted with stabilisation straps, which
can be tightened to help stability, or
loosened for extra freedom of
movement. The hip belt is removable
for when packing size is critical, or the
pack is being transported by air.
It is important, especially when there is
a long trek involved, that the backpack
is adjusted for maximum comfort. The
Illustration 3:
UP Backpack

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following advice should be considered
when packing.
Adjustment of the backpack
When fully loaded, all compression straps
should be tightened to secure the load in
the pack. All carrying straps should be set
fully loose and the pack then put on your
back. The hip belt should be fastened and
tightened to rest approximately in the
middle of the hip. Any slack should be
taken out of the shoulder straps, and the
chest strap should be done up. The load
control straps at the shoulders and hips
can now be tightened to achieve the
desired stability.
Packing tips
Packing the UP paraglider backpack
correctly will make it a pleasure to carry. A
couple of easy tips can help you get it
right. Failing to follow these tips will
adversely affect you carrying comfort.
The centre of gravity of the load should be
as close to the vertical centre axis of the
carrier, while also being situated as high
on the back as possible. This allows for a
vertical posture and minimises the
leverage of the load against the natural
posture of the carrier. It also helps by
reducing the oscillations of the load while
walking.
The drawing shows the ideal load
distribution in the UP rucksack. Loaded
like this the carrying comfort will be
optimal. Start by placing the heaviest
items close to the shoulder blades, with
lighter items over and under this region.
The lightest items should be placed the
furthest from your back.
Do not fasten any objects to the exterior of
the rucksack, as these are unprotected
against theft and can also get caught on
protruding points when entering or
exiting lifts, cars or buses.
Illustration 4: Ideal load distribution
in the UP backpack
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Before the first flight
The UP Trango X-light² is delivered with a
speed system, ParaSleeve Bag and
compresion strap, repair materials and this
manual. The manual may also be
downloaded from the UP website. Every
Trango X-light² delivered has been
minutely checked at the factory, and
corresponds exactly to the wing certified
by the DHV.
ATTENTION! The Trango X-
light² must be test-inflated
on flat ground, and the
first flight must be
carried out by a
professional, before the
wing is delivered to end
customers
Adjustments
The UP Trango X-light² has undergone an
extensive development program and
series of flight tests to ensure that the
production model exhibits the optimum
characteristics with regard to safety,
handling and flight performance.
As with all products from UP International,
the UP Trango X-light² is manufactured to
the highest quality and precision. The line
lengths of each glider are individually
checked and recorded before dispatch.
Under no circumstances should the
lengths of the lines or risers of the UP
Trango X-light² be altered in any way.
WARNING! Any change to
the configuration of the
wing will invalidate
certification!
The only change allowed
is to the length of the lower
brake line. This should only be done
by an experienced person.
Position of the brakes
The UP Trango X-light² is delivered
from the factory with what we feel is
the best brake position for most pilots.
But tall or short pilots, or those with a
harness with non-standard attachment
points might feel it necessary to
change the position of the brake
handles.
If the brakes are to be shortened, it is
extremely important to avoid the
adjustment affecting the glider's trim
speed. There must always be some
slack in the brakes when they are fully
released. This can be checked with the
glider inflated above the pilot's head.
There should be a noticeable bow in
the brake lines, and the brakes should
be having no effect on the shape of the
trailing edge.
If the brake lines are to be lengthened,
it is important to ensure that the pilot
can still stall the canopy (i.e. during
extreme manoeuvres or landing)
without the need to take wraps.
If you do feel the need to change the
brake line lengths, do so a little (3-
4cm) at a time, and preferably whilst at
an easy training slope. Check
especially that both lines are the same
length, as any asymmetry will lead to
tiring and possible dangerous flying
characteristics.
If you have any questions or concerns
with reference to the brake line lengths
then seek advice from either your UP
dealer or directly from UP
International.
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These knot guarantees the least amount
of line weakening.
BEWARE! Loose or
incorrect brake knots can
cause serious accidents
through loss of the
steering of the glider!
Illustration 5:
Fisherman’s knot

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Speed system
It is important that the speed system is
connected correctly, and the length
checked, to ensure smooth operation in
flight.
The link between the foot stirrup and the
risers consists of two cords and two
brummel hooks. The speed stirrup itself is
composed of a foot bar and webbing with
loops sewn on either end to attach the
cords. These cords should be run up
through the eyelets and pulleys on the
harness to connect with the pulley system
on the front of the risers (see Illustration).
This illustration refers to the UP harness,
but many harnesses are similar. If in any
doubt, please ask the harness
dealer/manufacturer.
The length of the cords should be set so
that, at full leg extension, the pulleys on
the risers are just touching each other.
Any shorter and the stirrup will be difficult
to reach; longer and the top of the speed
range will be unavailable.
During take off it is advisable to fix the
accelerator stirrup underneath the
harness to avoid any danger of tripping
over it.
Rope of speed
system
Brummel hook
for
combination
between
foot bar and
riser
Pulley roller
Foot bar with
2 steps
Illustration 6:
Components of the foot
accelerator

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Suitable harnesses
The Trango X-light² can be flown with any
harness with the main suspension point at
around chest height. The lower the
suspension points the more the harness
will respond to weight shift.
The recommended distance between the
karabiners depends on the pilot weight:
<50kg: 38cm
50-80kg: 42cm
>80kg: 46cm
The harness design should also
guarantee that it is possible to accelerate
the UP Trango X-light² up to the maximum
speed.
Please note that different harnesses can
cause very different wing characteristics in
extreme situations (like increased risk of
twists with cocoon harnesses).
Note that the height of the hang point also
affects the brake line length. If you have a
question about your UP harness, contact
your dealer or UP International.
Rescue system
It is strongly recommended that you have
a rescue system (reserve parachute) fitted
at all times. In some countries it is
mandatory, so check if you plan to travel.
Make sure that the reserve system you
have is the correct size, and that you are
fully conversant with its use.
For fitting the reserve system, follow the
instructions of the harness manufacturer.
Use of the UP Trango X-
light²
The UP Trango X-light² has been
developed and tested solely for foot
launched and winch launched
paragliding flights. It is not allowed and
potentially dangerous to use the glider
for any other purpose.
Aerobatics
The UP Trango X-light² has not been
developed, constructed and/or tested
for aerobatics use.
WARNING! The glider
has not been certified
for aerobatics.
Performing aero-
batics with the UP
Trango X-light² or any
other paraglider can be
very dangerous. Doing aerobatics can
induce flying configurations well
beyond the tested flight envelope, and
can lead to total loss of control.
Aerobatics can also overload your
glider and break it in flight.
Motorised Paragliding
The UP Trango X-light² has not been
tested for use with any kind of engine.
If you wish to fly your UP Trango X-
light² with a motor please get in touch
with the manufacturer of the engine
unit, with UP International GmbH and
with the governing body for ultra-light
flying in your area, to check the latest
certification status of this configuration.