Woody Valley MK1 pro User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a WOODY VALLEY product.
We would like to 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 to us. Your
experience and collaboration help us constantly improve our har-
nesses, 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 infor-
mation
Harness name
Approved load
code
Production
batch
Size
Approval
code
Barcode
Serial number
Reference standard
for harness certica-
tion
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 concerning:
INSERTING THE RESERVE PARACHUTE
The reserve parachute is a life-saving piece of equipment. It must be insert-
ed 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 paraglid-
er and it is a necessary component for optimising ight performance and
pleasure. A bad harness that is well adjusted may enable you to y well, but
a good harness that is incorrectly adjusted may put you off ying altogeth-
er.
We are condent that this harness will give you great comfort, control, per-
formance and enjoyment in ight. We are well aware that reading a user
manual may not be the most exciting thing to do. However, please remem-
ber that this product is not a simple 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 ying potential.
The Woody Valley Team
SAFETY NOTE
By purchasing 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 Val-
ley equipment resellers be held liable for personal or third party injuries or
damages under any circumstances. If any aspect of the use of our equip-
ment remains unclear, please contact your local reseller or Woody Valley
directly.

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CONTENTS
1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 - Concept
1.2 - T-Lock Safety System
2 - BEFORE USING
2.1 - MK1 PRO Protections
2.2 - Reserve parachute
2.2.1 - Reserve parachute handles
2.2.2 - Y-bridle (connection to harness)
2.2.3 - Connecting the reserve parachute to the harness
2.2.3 - Inserting the reserve parachute
2.2.4 - Extracting the reserve parachute
2.2.5 - Back pocket
2.3 - BASE SYSTEM
2.3.1 - Preparing the release system
2.3.2 - Assembling the BASE launch handle
2.3.3 - Hooking the 3 rings
2.3.4 - Connecting the BASE parachute to the harness
2.3.5 - BASE brake handles
2.3.6 - Freebag installation
2.3.7 - Closing the base parachute container
2.3.8 - Deploying the BASE
2.4 - Harness adjustments
2.4.1 - High and low back adjustment
2.4.2 - Shoulder-pad adjustment
2.4.3 - Chest strap adjustment
2.4.4 - Leg strap adjustment
2.4.5 - ABS stabiliser adjustment
2.4.6 - Seat depth adjustment
2.4.7 - Speed-bar adjustment and release
3 - FLYING WITH MK1PRO
3.1 - Preight checks
3.2 - How to put on the MK1 PRO
3.3 - Pockets
3.4 - Flying over water
3.5 - Assisted take-off hook
3.6 - Landing with MK1 PRO
3.7 - Disposing of the harness
3.8 - Regulations for behaviour in natural environments
3.9 - Tandem ying

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4 - PACKING THE HARNESS
5 - CHARACTERISTICS AND INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
5.1 - Relax bar
6 - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
6.1 - Maintenance on the 3 rings
6.2 - Periodic dorsal protection checks
6.3 - Maintenance in the case of ditching
7 - WARRANTY
8 - APPROVAL CERTIFICATES
9 - WARNING LABEL
10 - TECHNICAL DATA

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1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual is an integral part of the MK1 PRO harness and should be stored
in a safe place for future reference.
For further information, please contact your reseller or Woody Valley di-
rectly.
The pilot is advised to read this manual carefully before using the harness.
Declaration of conformity
The manufacturer WOODY VALLEY Srl hereby declares that its products
comply with standard UNI EN 1651 - LTF 91-09 - CE 2016/425
This equipment must contain:
- Harness
- Wooden board
- 2 Harness shackles (mounted)
- 2 Mounted reserve parachute deployment handles
- 2 Separate reserve parachute deployment handles
- 1 Base extraction handle
- 2 Base parachute brake handles
- 1 Y-bridle
- 2 Marillon for xing Y-bridle
- 6 O-Rings (4 already mounted and 2 separate)
- 4 high tenacity loops for release 3 rings (2 already mounted and 2
separate)
- 1 50cm cord puller for emergency closing
- A pair of speed release cords (with metal pin and OR)
- Free bag
- Speed-bar
- Dorsal, high back and low back protection
The main options available are:
- Relax bar
- BASE equipped with Soft link for connection
- Hook knife

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1.1 - Concept
MK1 PRO is a harness for recreational paragliding with a maximum weight
of 120 kg. Conceived, designed and manufactured specically for aerobatic
paragliding.
Developed with the collaboration of pilot Nicola Donini, this harness specif-
ically addresses the needs of pilots practising this sport.
The MK1 PRO is equipped with 2 side containers for emergencies and the
3-ring system that allows the paraglider to be unhooked and the BASE to
be opened.
The MK1 PRO's high safety features let you rene your aerobatic routine
with greater condence, enabling you to improve this speciality.
1.2 - T-LOCK safety system
Leg straps and chest straps are equipped with the “T-LOCK safety system”
to prevent the pilot from slipping out if they forget to fasten the leg straps.
Proceed by fastening the buckles of the leg straps and then fasten the cen-
tral buckle of the chest strap. The security of the buckle fastening must be
carefully checked to ensure in-ight safety.
Release handle
Base
Leg strap
adjustment
ABS
adjustment
Chest strap
adjustment
Free bag
bridle Shoulder
strap
adjustment
Shackle
3 Rings
T - lock

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2 - BEFORE USING
MK1 PRO comes with the high back and low back protections already as-
sembled by the manufacturer. The dorsal protection is inserted in the pock-
et provided. Make sure that the dorsal protection is tted before installing
the emergency devices.
Reserve parachute installation must be carried out with the utmost care
and attention by a qualied professional operator, for example your in-
structor. Only then should the pilot adjust the harness for comfort.
2.1 - MK1 PRO Protections
The MK1 PRO is equipped with three protections:
- One protection in EN - LTF regulation foam under the seat, with a
minimum thickness of 12 cm and a maximum of 16.5 cm
- Low back protection, foam triangle positioned behind the lumbar
region of the pilot
- High back protection, small foam triangle positioned behind the pi-
lot's neck
Once the protections are assembled in the harness there is no need to re-
move them, we suggest removing them in order to be able to check them
after a particularly hard impact or to dry them out in case of a water landing.
To be able to remove both back protections, you have to open the back
pocket where there are the two appropriately sized storage pockets.
To access the back protection containment pocket, you must open the zip-
per of the right side Y-bridle, where you will nd another zipper where the
protection pocket is located.
Fit the dorsal protection with the thicker part facing the back of the har-
ness as shown in the pictures.
We recommend inserting the protection from the front rst.

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Protection approval certicate
Harness Impact Pad Report
Inspection certificate number: PH_374.2022
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]: 0.96
Country: Italy Serial number: 107 0115 002P
Date of test: 07.09.2022
Harness model: MK1 Pro
Atmosphere AGL:
Temp.
[C°]
23
R.H. [%] 58
Press. [hPa]
1005
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
40.34 5.00 18.33 -0.82 POSITIVE
PR V39.09 3.33 18.33 1.54 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+A1:2020
Rev 06 I 25.08.2021 Page 1 of 2 ISO 94.22
Inspection certificate number:
PH_374.2022 Name impact pad: n/a
Test results of Impact pad test
P1 P2 PR1 PR2
Maximum peak of impact [g]
40.34 40.01 38.49 39.09
Impact duration at +38 [g] in [ms]
4.17 5.00 2.50 3.33
Impact duration at +20 [g] in [ms]
18.33 17.50 18.33 18.33
Uncertainty k=2 [g]
2.32 2.30 2.21 2.25
Diff. between test 1 and 2 [%]
100.00 99.18 100.00 101.54
without emergency parachute
including emergency parachute
-10.00
10.00
30.00
50.00
2.00 2.20 2.40 2.60 2.80 3.00 3.20 3.40 3.60 3.80 4.00
[g]
Time [s]
P1 20g 38g
-10.00
10.00
30.00
50.00
2.50 2.70 2.90 3.10 3.30 3.50 3.70 3.90 4.10 4.30 4.50
[g]
Time [s]
P2 20g 38g
-10.00
10.00
30.00
50.00
2.00 2.20 2.40 2.60 2.80 3.00 3.20 3.40 3.60 3.80 4.00
[g]
Time [s]
PR1 20g 38g
-10.00
10.00
30.00
50.00
23.60 23.80 24.00 24.20 24.40 24.60 24.80 25.00 25.20 25.40 25.60
[g]
Time [s]
PR2 20g 38g
Rev 06 I 25.08.2021 Page 2 of 2 ISO 94.22

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2.2 - Reserve parachute
The MK1 PRO is equipped with two reserve parachute containers located
under the seat on the front right and left.
The two containers have a variable volume for a sum of 15 litres; the vol-
ume of each individual container can change from 5 to 10 litres maximum.
Any type of parachute designed specically for paragliding can be used. The
MK1 is not suitable for an external reserve parachute container.
We recommend that you observe the repacking intervals for your emergen-
cy parachutes and ll out the relevant documentation regularly.
The reserve parachute must be attached to the harness before being in-
serted in the built-in container. The connection takes the form of a dual
bridle and is xed at two points at shoulder height to provide better load
distribution and to ensure a correct landing position in case the parachute
is deployed. This helps to minimize the risk of injury. The built-in bridge has
a central slot to which the parachute connects.
2.2.1 - Reserve parachute handles
MK1 PRO is supplied complete with four parachute extraction handles,
identied by No.24. Do not use other handles adapted for this purpose. The
black handle connection loop should be inserted in the deployment bag slot
and then the entire handle should be passed through the same loop in order
to obtain a tight connection. For easier deployment the connection loop on
the deployment bag must be positioned far from the reserve chute centre.
If your deployment bag does not have this loop please contact your reserve
parachute reseller.
CAUTION
If the inner container used is not supplied with the harness, the user must
check that the length between the handle and the container does not allow
entanglement with the parachute lines.

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2.2.2 - Y-bridle (connection to harness)
There is a double cover within the shoulder pads, dividing the two sections
for the Y-bridle attachment (closed with a zip), and the second compart-
ment which is specically for the bridle of the BASE (closed with Velcro).
The red loop that is xed on each shoulder strap should be pulled through
the rectangular hole in order to attach the Y-bridle to it, using the maillons.
It is very important at this stage to take care not to cross the Y-bridle with
the risers of the BASE, so we suggest that you rst attach the Y-bridle ends
of the reserve parachute and then connect and t the base.
The two connections should be made using screw-lock maillons 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 harness
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.
Lock the Y-bridle and the loops with O-Rings - see photo.

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ATTENTION:
To prevent abnormal side loads, the bridle must be attached to both loops
on their respective shoulder straps. Do NOT attach both bridles to one side.

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2.2.3 - 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 (for non-pilot-controlled parachutes):
Use a screw-lock maillon with a breaking strength of at least 2,400 kg. In
this case, the bridles should be held in position on the maillon using elastic
bands, to prevent the maillon from rotating and taking the strain lateral-
ly instead of vertically. The maillon’s screw-lock should be tightly screwed
shut to avoid any possibility of it opening accidentally. This type of connec-
tion can absorb a higher opening shock than the second system, and for
this reason this is without doubt the recommended system.
Second system (for non-pilot-controlled parachutes):
The parachute deployment bag strap should be passed through the loop at
the end of the harness Y-bridle. The parachute should then pass through
the strap to result in a connection that should be tightened as much as pos-
sible so as to prevent dangerous friction between the two bridles during an
emergency opening shock.

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Third system: (suitable for pilot-controlled or non-pilot-controlled para-
chutes with split bridle)
If you are using a pilot-controlled reserve or your reserve parachute is al-
ready equipped with a split bridle, you can connect it to the harness using
the two red loops in the padded shoulder-pads.
Open the zipper on the shoulder straps, and from the rectangular recess
pull out the red loops to which the maillons and the supplied Y-bridle are
connected. Proceed by replacing the supplied Y-bridle with that of your par-
achute.
In case of doubt refer to paragraph 2.2.2 - Y-bridle (connection to harness)

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2.2.4 - Inserting the reserve parachute
Open the zipper to create free passage of the Y-bridle.
Position the Y-bridle as shown in the photos below, paying particular atten-
tion to the intersection under the base parachute container.
Close the long zipper, paying attention to where the zipper splits so that the
Y-bridle reaches the two shoulder straps.
After having connected the reserve to the harness with one of the previ-
ously described systems. Insert the parachute with the lines into the har-
ness container, taking care to place the reserve’s lines towards the bottom
of the harness to facilitate opening.

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Close the zipper by positioning the slider as shown in the photo, taking care
not to let it come out of the zipper. Insert the supplied cord puller rst into
the slider eyelet and then into the elastic strap. Proceed by closing the yel-
low pin on the handle rst in the red loop and then in the following loops up
to the pin retaining sleeve. Then gently pull the cord puller, taking particu-
lar care not to unintentionally open the zipper, until the end of the slider
has come out of the elastic pocket and is clearly visible, and remove the
cord puller.
To close the other part of the container, proceed by taking the slider to the
end, insert the cord puller into the slider, insert the plastic pin of the handle
into the rst two slots and then, with the help of the cord puller, close the
zipper a couple of cm. Continue by inserting the pin into the remaining slots
and, as before, close the slider up to its pocket. Secure the handle which will
keep it in the ideal position and prevent accidental opening. Do this for both
parachutes.

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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
reseller or a ight instructor to verify that it can be effectively deployed.
Extraction of the reserve parachute must be perfectly possible from the
normal ight position.
The paragliding harness and reserve parachute deployment 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.