Woody Valley exense User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a WOODY VALLEY product.
We remind you that all our products are the result of meticulous
research in constant collaboration with pilots from all over the
world. That’s why your opinion is so important. Your experience
and collaboration help us constantly improve our harnesses, to
always get the best out of every Woody Valley creation.

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MANUFACTURER INFORMATION:
WOODY VALLEY s.r.l.
via Linz, 23 - 38121 Trento - ITALY
Tel [phone]
Web: www.woodyvalley.eu
E-mail: [email protected]
DATA CONTAINED ON THE
HARNESS LABELS
Manufacturer
information
Harness name
Approved load
Production
batch
Size
Approval code
Barcode Serial
number
Reference standard
for harness
certication
Reseller-distributor
information
Date of sale of the
harness

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THANK YOU
We would like to thank you for choosing a Woody Valley product. We invite
you to carefully read this important document, the harness user manual
and to take special account of the two most important paragraphs concer-
ning:
INSERTING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE.
The reserve parachute is a life-saving piece of equipment. It must be inser-
ted so that it works correctly when required whether this happens in two
days’ time, or two years from now.
ADJUSTING THE HARNESS.
The harness is the connecting point between the pilot and the paraglider,
and it is a necessary component for optimising ight performance and ple-
asure. A bad harness that is well adjusted may enable you to y well, but a
good harness that is badly adjusted may put you off ying altogether.
We are condent that this harness will give you great comfort, control, per-
formance and enjoyment in ight. We are conscious of the fact that reading
an instruction manual is not an exciting experience. However, please re-
member that this product is not a citrus juicer or a mobile phone, and that
correct use of the harness helps reduce the risk of ying accidents. This
manual contains all the information necessary to assemble, adjust, y and
store your harness. Thorough knowledge of your equipment will improve
your personal safety and your level of ying.
Team Woody Valley
SAFETY NOTE
By the purchase of Woody Valley equipment, you are responsible for being
a certied paraglider pilot and you accept all risks inherent with paragliding
activities including injury and death. Improper use or misuse of equipment
greatly increases these risks. In no case shall Woody Valley or Woody Valley
equipment resellers be held liable for personal or third party injuries or da-
mages under any circumstances. If any aspect of the use of our equipment
remains unclear, please contact your local reseller or Woody Valley directly.

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CONTENTS
1- GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 - Concept
1.2 - Protection and safety
1.3 - S.O.S label
2 - BEFORE USING
2.0.1 - Assembling the dorsal protection for EXENSE
2.1 - Reserve parachute
2.1.1- Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag
2.1.2- Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness
2.1.3- Inserting the reserve parachute
2.1.4 - Compatible reserve parachutes
2.1.5 - Extracting the reserve parachute
2.2- Harness adjustments
2.2.1 - Back adjustment
2.2.2 - Shoulder-pad adjustment
2.2.3 - Chest strap adjustment
2.2.4 - Leg strap adjustment
3- FLYING WITH EXENSE
3.1 - Preight checks
3.2 - Pockets
3.3 - Tandem ying
3.4 - Flying over water
3.5 - Winch launch bridle attachment
3.6 - Landing with EXENSE/ EXENSE AIR
3.7 - Disposing of the harness
3.8 - Regulations for behaviour in natural environments
4 - REFOLDING THE HARNESS
5- CHARACTERISTICS AND INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
5.1- Installation and adjustment of the speed system
5.2- Cockpit and front ballast assembly
5.3- Relax - bar
6 - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
7 - WARRANTY
8 - APPROVAL CERTIFICATES
9 - TECHNICAL DATA

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1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual is an integral part of the EXENSE / EXENSE AIR harness and
should be stored in a safe place for future reference.
For further information, please contact your reseller or Woody Valley di-
rectly. Before using the harness, the pilot is advised to read this manual
carefully.
Declaration of conformity
The manufacturer WOODY VALLEY s.r.l. hereby declares that its products
comply with standard UNI EN 1651 - LTF 91-09
This equipment must contain:
- Harness
- Kibo seat
- Snap-hook
- Reserve parachute deployment handle
2 reserve elastic loops for closing the reserve parachute
The main options available are:
- Speed-bar
- Relax-bar
- Cockpit with front ballast pocket
Leg-strap
adjustment
Snap-hook
Back position
adjustment
Chest-strap
adjustment
Should strap
fastener
Shoulder
adjustment
Chest locker
T-lock

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1.1- Concept
EXENSE is made in two versions, EXENSE (with foam protection) and EXEN-
SE AIR (with Airbag protection).
EXENSE / EXENSE AIR is a product that was developed wholly by Woody Val-
ley to meet the demands specically expressed by our pilots. This harness
was designed principally for inexperienced pilots, though its use can extend
well beyond this category, because we dedicated particular attention to the
comfort and safety of our customers.
EXENSE / EXENSE AIR is a simple, linear, lightweight harness, designed for
maximum comfort and ease of use. It is easy to carry around when not in
the air.
Chest-straps and leg-straps are tted with the “T-LOCK safety system” to
prevent the pilot from sliding out of the harness in the case that he or she
has forgotten to fasten the leg-straps.
1.2- Protection and safety
EXENSE is tted with dorsal protection in foam with a thickness of 17 cm.
A sheet of high-density polyethylene on the outside of the foam dorsal pro-
tection provides a barrier in the case of collision with pointed objects, and
the reinforced external fabric reduces the damage that could be caused to
the harness by abrasion.
This dorsal protection was designed to help the pilot in case of impact, re-
ducing the energetic intensity of deceleration. However it cannot comple-
tely eliminate the risk of injury.
EXENSE AIR the airbag provides excellent protection against the shock
caused by impact. Its structure based on semi-rigid compartments ensures
that about 60/70% of total protection is provided even without complete
ination, which occurs during the launch phase.
When preparing for ight, before putting on the harness, check that the zip
on the back is completely closed. In any case, the performance of the airbag
underneath remains unchanged, because the opening between the airbag
and the rucksack is of dimensions to ensure consistent results whether the
zip is open or closed.

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When the zip is closed, the part of the airbag behind the back, correspon-
ding to the large rear pocket, functions more effectively. When folding the
harness, make sure that the padded section around the airbag ination val-
ve does not suffer any tight folds which could eventually mar its correct
functioning.
Harness Impact Pad Report
Inspection certificate number: PH_353.2022
Manufacturer data: Sample data:
Manufacturer name: Woody Valley srl Name impact pad: n/a
Representative: Simone Caldana Impact pad intgrated: No
Street: Via Linz 23 Impact pad type: Foam
Post code place: 38121 Trento Weight of sample [kg]: 1.06
Country: Italy Serial number: 038 0115 2156
Date of test: 03.02.2022
Harness model: Exense
Atmosphere AGL:
Temp.
[C°]
20
R.H. [%] 31
Press. [hPa]
1012
Summary of Impact pad test (1)
Test id
_
Max Peak of
Impact [g]
(3)
Duration at 38 [g]
in [ms]
(4)
Duration at 20
[g] in [ms]
(5)
Diff. of test 1
and 2 [%]
(6)
Result
PV
33.18 0.00 17.50 4.34 POSITIVE
PR V29.28 0.00 17.50 5.79 POSITIVE
Manufacturer Instrument Type no S/N
Burster/MTS Accelerometer 100 g 89010-100 1263567
JDC elec Geos n°11 Skywatch Geos n°11 Unit11
This declaration must not be reproduced in part without the written permission of AIR TURQUOISE SA.
The validation of this test report is given by the signature of the test manager on the Inspection Certificate no 94.20
Test sample attached to dummy in flying
position, without emergency parachute
Test sample attached to dummy in flying
position, Including emergency parachute
Test configuration
(2)
(1) Calculated values in tests reports include the value minus the uncertainty (on safe side) / The uncertainty stated is the expanded uncertainty obtained by multiplying the standard
uncertainty by the coverage factor k = 2. The value of the measurand lies within the assigned range of values with a probability of 95%.
(3) Maximum peak of impact should be less or equal to 50 [g], (4) If any, the maximum duration in at 38 [g] should be less or equal to 7 [ms], (5) If any, the maximum duration in at 20 [g]
should be less or equal to 25 [ms].
(6)
The test should be done twice, and the 2nd test the maximum peak should not differe more than 20% from the first test, maximum peak.
(2) The dummy is lifted minimum up to 1.65 m, and impact pad is mounted on. Where the impact occurs, measure distance from bottom of impact pad to ground.
Validity Calibration
23.01.2024
18.06.2025
Air Turquoise SA
, having thoroughly assessed the sample mentioned above, declares it was found conform with all requirements defined by the following norms:
Airworthiness Requirements NfL 2-565-20 - European Standard EN1651 :2018
Rev 06 I 25.08.2021 Page 1 of 2 ISO 94.22
Harness Impact Pad Report
Inspection certificate number: PH_354.2022
Manufacturer data: Sample data:
Manufacturer name: Woody Valley srl Name impact pad: n/a
Representative: Simone Caldana Impact pad intgrated: Yes
Street: Via Linz 23 Impact pad type: Airbag
Post code place: 38121 Trento Weight of sample [kg]: n/a
Country: Italy Serial number: 044 0115 2015
Date of test: 03.02.2022
Harness model: Exense Air
Atmosphere AGL:
Temp.
[C°]
20
R.H. [%] 31
Press. [hPa]
1012
Summary of Impact pad test (1)
Test id
_
Max Peak of
Impact [g]
(3)
Duration at 38 [g]
in [ms]
(4)
Duration at 20
[g] in [ms]
(5)
Diff. of test 1
and 2 [%]
(6)
Result
PV
34.80 0.00 15.00 5.43 POSITIVE
PR V38.13 0.83 16.67 2.54 POSITIVE
Manufacturer Instrument Type no S/N
Burster/MTS Accelerometer 100 g 89010-100 1263567
JDC elec Geos n°11 Skywatch Geos n°11 Unit11
This declaration must not be reproduced in part without the written permission of AIR TURQUOISE SA.
The validation of this test report is given by the signature of the test manager on the Inspection Certificate no 94.20
Test sample attached to dummy in flying
position, without emergency parachute
Test sample attached to dummy in flying
position, Including emergency parachute
Test configuration
(2)
(1) Calculated values in tests reports include the value minus the uncertainty (on safe side) / The uncertainty stated is the expanded uncertainty obtained by multiplying the standard
uncertainty by the coverage factor k = 2. The value of the measurand lies within the assigned range of values with a probability of 95%.
(3) Maximum peak of impact should be less or equal to 50 [g], (4) If any, the maximum duration in at 38 [g] should be less or equal to 7 [ms], (5) If any, the maximum duration in at 20 [g]
should be less or equal to 25 [ms].
(6)
The test should be done twice, and the 2nd test the maximum peak should not differe more than 20% from the first test, maximum peak.
(2) The dummy is lifted minimum up to 1.65 m, and impact pad is mounted on. Where the impact occurs, measure distance from bottom of impact pad to ground.
Validity Calibration
23.01.2024
18.06.2025
Air Turquoise SA
, having thoroughly assessed the sample mentioned above, declares it was found conform with all requirements defined by the following norms:
Airworthiness Requirements NfL 2-565-20 - European Standard EN1651 :2018
Rev 06 I 25.08.2021 Page 1 of 2 ISO 94.22

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1.3- S.O.S. label
This label, coloured red with white lettering, is readily visible in a pocket on
the right shoulder-strap padding. It is easy to pull out, and it is fastened to
the harness to prevent it from being lost. On the back of this label, you can
write the information that you think should be given to rescue personnel
in case of accident.

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2- BEFORE USING
EXENSE / EXENSE AIR must be assembled by a qualied paragliding pro-
fessional, such as your instructor. More specically, great care has to be
dedicated to inserting the reserve parachute into the harness in the correct
way. Only after this has been performed should the pilot adjust the harness
for maximum comfort.
2.0.1 - Assembling the dorsal protection for EXENSE
Woody Valley recommends that assembly should be performed in the se-
quence detailed below. In case of doubts or any other problems regarding
this procedure, please consult your instructor, your Woody Valley retailer,
or the importer.
Normally the product is supplied with separate dorsal protection, rolled and
packed separately. In this case, follow these steps for its installation
a. Remove the protection from its packaging (once it has been remo-
ved from its packaging, it may take about 2 hours to return to its normal
shape)
b. Open the zip inside the rear harness pocket
c. Insert the foam protection, which will automatically t into the cor-
rect position
Do not place the foam protection below the cross-buckles on the back of
the harness.
Should it be necessary to remove the protection, just extract it following
the steps described in point “b” above.

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2.1- Reserve parachute
The reserve parachute housing was designed with a maximum volume of
9,9 lt, The container is large enough for most reserve parachutes on the
market today.
The container is tted under the seat and you must use its specic the de-
ployment handle that came with the harness.
No other type of handle can be used.
2.1.1- Connecting the deployment handle to the deployment bag
EXENSE / EXENSE AIR is supplied with a handle for reserve parachute ex-
traction. It is identied with the number 6; this handle alone should be used
for this purpose.
The black loop attached to the handle itself should be passed into the loop
on the deployment bag, and then the entire handle should be passed throu-
gh its own loop and pulled tight. For easier extraction, the loop attached
to the deployment bag should be positioned laterally with respect to the
centre of the reserve parachute. If your deployment bag does not have this
loop, please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the reserve pa-
rachute.

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2.1.2- Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness
There are three different methods for attaching the reserve parachute bri-
dle to the harness bridle.
First system:
Use a screw-lock snap-hook with a breaking strength of at least 2,400 kg. In
this case, the bridles should be held in position within the snap-hook using
elastic bands, to prevent the snap-hook from rotating and taking the strain
laterally instead of vertically. The snap-hook’s screw-lock should be tightly
screwed shut to avoid any possibility of it opening accidentally.
This type of connection can absorb a higher opening shock than the second
system, and for this reason this is without doubt the recommended system.
Second system:
The harness bridle should pass through the reserve parachute bridle loop.
Next, the reserve parachute should be passed through the large loop of the
harness bridle.
The result is a connection that should be tightened as much as possible
to prevent dangerous friction between the two cables during emergency
opening shock.

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Third system:
If you are using a reserve parachute with a double-riser bridle, it can be
connected to the harness using the two loops positioned at the base of the
harness bridle, near the padded shoulder straps. In this case, the harness’s
reserve parachute bridle will not be used and so it should be folded, fas-
tened using two elastic bands, and positioned under the cover behind the
pilot’s neck.
The two connections should be made using screw-lock snap-hooks with
a breaking strength of at least 1,400 kg. It is important to make sure that
the bridle is long enough to position the reserve parachute inside the har-
ness pocket and that there is sufcient room to take the parachute out of
the pocket without causing the reserve parachute deployment bag itself to
open during extraction.
ATTENTION:
To prevent abnormal side loads, the bridle must be hooked to both loops on
their respective shoulder straps.
Do not put any objects inside the bridle container.

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2.1.3- Inserting the reserve parachute
Insert the parachute in the harness container with the handle visible to-
wards the outside and with the ropes facing downward.
Position the handle in its specic place and ensure that the Velcro sewn on
the handle attaches to the Velcro on the harness.
Insert a thin rope (such as paraglider line or strimmer cord) into each elas-
tic loop, which you will use to help close the container. Insert the elastic
loops into the smallest of the eyelets under the handle.
Close the aps following the order shown in the photographs below.
Push the metal pins on the handle into the elastic loops and under the tran-
sparent cover. It is essential to remove the cords after this operation. The
cords should be pulled out slowly in order not to damage the elastic loops
by excessive friction. Lastly, the handle should be positioned under the ela-
stic cover.

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ATTENTION:
Each new combination of reserve parachute and harness that is assembled
for the rst time must be inspected by an ofcial harness or reserve chute
dealer or a ight instructor to verify that it can be effectively deployed.
Checks should be carried out by hanging in a ight simulator. Deployment
of the reserve chute must be possible from the normal ying position.
The paragliding harness and reserve parachute unfolding system is not
suitable for use in free fall and during strong shocks.
Its bearing structure has been designed, tested and certied to withstand
reserve parachute opening shock in accordance with standard paragliding
requirements.
This does not exclude the possibility that other parts of the harness may be
damaged by the shock resulting from the opening of the reserve parachute.
This is true whether it occurs due to actual need in the event of an accident
or if it occurs voluntarily, for example during a safety course.
2.1.4 - Compatible reserve parachutes
The volume of the reserve parachute must be no more than 9,9 litri.

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2.1.5 - Extracting the reserve parachute
It is important to periodically check the position of the reserve parachute
handle during normal ight so that the reaction movement to grab it is in-
stinctive in the event of an emergency.
In the event of an emergency situation, the launch procedure is as follows:
•Look for the reserve parachute handle and grasp it rmly with one
hand.
• Pull the handle outwards in order to extract the reserve parachute
from the harness container.
•Look for a clear area and, in a continuous motion, throw the reserve
parachute away from yourself and the glider.
•After opening, keep the paraglider from interfering with the reserve
parachute as follows:
- If the leading edge is facing upward, pull the “D”risers or
the brakes and deate your paraglider.
- If instead the leading edge of the glider is facing down-
ward, pull one of the “D” risers or one brake to make the glider rotate with
the leading edge upward and then pull both brakes or both “D” risers to help
deate your paraglider.
•On landing, assume an upright position and be prepared to perform
a “parachute landing fall” to minimise the risk of injury.
2.2 - Harness adjustments
EXENSE / EXENSE AIR offers the option of adjusting the back inclination,
the chest width and the shoulder height in order to guarantee an optimum
pilot position. Some time is needed to nd this optimum position, but the
time spent will be well rewarded in exceptional ying comfort.
The reserve parachute must be inserted before making any adjustments.
To nd the optimum position, we recommend hanging with the harness,
simulating ight position and conditions. Therefore it is best to place all the
material which you normally take into ight with you in the rear pocket.

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2.2.1 - Back adjustment
This adjustment lets you select the inclination of the torso with respect
to the vertical ight axis.
2.2.2- Shoulder-pad adjustment
Adjustment of the shoulder pads compensates for the variation in pilot
height. The adjustment buckle is located at the top. The shoulder pads also
bear part of the weight of the torso for improved comfort.
We recommend adjusting the shoulder pads so that they t against your
shoulders without being too slack or too tight.
Back position
adjustment
Section 2.2.1
Shoulder-pad adjustment
Section 2.2.2
Chest strap adjustment
Section 2.2.3
Leg strap adjustment
Section 2.2.4
2
2
3
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2.2.3- Chest strap adjustment
The chest strap controls the distance between the two snap-hooks, which
can vary from 37 to 48 centimetres. For the rst ight, we suggest setting
the chest strap to around 40-42 cm and then locating the preferred length
in ight by means of gradual adjustment.
Stability is greater when the chest strap is shorter and tighter. An excessive
distance between the snap-hooks does not improve glider performance
and tightening the chest strap excessively may exacerbate the ‘‘twist’’ ef-
fect that may follow an asymmetric collapse of the glider.
At shoulder strap height, there is a small hook that acts as a shoulder strap
fastener and prevents the shoulder straps from sliding off the shoulders
during take-off. The plastic coupling also holds a practical whistle which
can be helpful in the event of an emergency.
2.2.4-Leg strap adjustment
Because the leg straps are attached relatively high up, the pilot has consi-
derable freedom in thigh movement. Normally, the manufacturer’s original
setting should be satisfactory. However it is important to try reaching the
correct seated position in the launch phase without using your hands, by
testing the movements in a ight simulator. If you cannot achieve the sea-
ted position without using your hands, the sitting angle has to be checked,
and then the leg straps should be readjusted.
ATTENTION:
Every adjustment must be made symmetrically on both sides.

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3- FLYING WITH EXENSE / EXENSE AIR
3.1- Preight checks
For maximum safety, use a complete and consistent system of pre-ight
checks and repeat the same mental sequence every ight.
Check that:
- The reserve parachute handle is fastened in its correct position,
and the pins are rmly inserted.
- Pockets and zips are closed.
- All buckles are fastened.
- The paraglider is correctly attached to the harness on the main
snap-hooks, which must be securely fastened by means of the closing me-
chanism.
- The speed bar is attached correctly to the glider.
After a carefully assessing that the weather conditions are good for ying,
put your harness on by simply fastening the “T - LOCK” strap, securing the
leg strap buckles and then the chest strap buckle. This easy operation is key
for your safety in ight.