English - Supair · 2019-10-29 · To discover your new wing, we will advise you to conduct your first small flights in calm conditions on a school training hill or a fami-liar site

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Glider user's manual | STEP

SUPAIR | STEP | page 2

Thank you for choosing to fly our STEP to paraglide with. We are delighted to have you on-board to share our passion for paragliding.

SUP'AIR has been designing producing and selling accessories for free flying activities since 1984. By choosing a SUP'AIR product you benefit from almost thirty years of expertise, innovation and customer care. We pride ourselves for our work ethics and customer care.

We hope you will find this user's manual comprehensive, explicit and hope-fully enjoyable as well. We advise you to read it carefully.You will find the latest information and updates on this product on our website : www.supair.com. If however you have any further questions, do not hesitate to ask one of our dealers. Naturally the entire SUP'AIR team remains at your disposal at [email protected]

We wish you many safe and enjoyable flying hours and happy landings.

Team SUP’AIR

Photo : JM Ara



Introduction 4Technical specifications 5Equipment overview 6Connecting the glider 7Pre-flight preparation 9Take-off 10Flight characteristics 11End of the flight 12Specific practices 12Fast descents 13Flight incidents 15

Line layout 16Materials 17Measurement table 18Certificates 22Maintenance 26Recycling 27Mandatory checks 27Warranty 27Disclaimer 27Pilot equipment 27

Contents



Introduction

Advice Caution ! Danger !!

Welcome to the world of free flying : a shared world of passion.

The STEP meets all the sporting pilot's requirements whishing to fly under an accessible but yet powerful B glider.It was designed for performance flying and will give the pilot maximum comfort to optimize long distance XC adventures.The well though out design and choice of materials were guided by the same quality and longevity objectives.

The STEP glider is EN EN 926 -1 : 2015 & 926 - 2 : 2013 Classe B. Certified.This means that the paraglider in spite of good passive safety can react dynamically to over-piloting or in turbulence, and will have to be handled accordingly to stabilize it.It also means that it requires a skill level and experience compatible with the wings in that category.

It can be used with most harnesses found on the market today. For better inflight comfort and sensations we will advise you to choose the SUP'AIR cross or hike & fly harness models.

After reading this manual we advise you to inflate & check your wing on a training hill first.

N.B. : The following three icons will help you to read this manual.



Technical dataGlider STEP XS S M ML L

Cell number 61 61 61 61 61Flat surface area (m²) 21,5 24 26 28 30Span (m) 11,07 11,7 12,17 12,63 13,08Chord (m) 2,4 2,54 2,64 2,74 2,84Flat Aspect Ratio 5,7 5,7 5,7 5,7 5,7Projected surface area (m²) 18,106 20,21 21,9 23,58 25,26Projected span (m) 8,68 9,17 9,55 9,91 10,26Projected aspect ratio 4,16 4,16 4,16 4,16 4,16Glider weight (kg) 4,35 4,7 5 5,3 5,5In-flight weight range (kg) 55-75 70-90 80-100 90-110 105-125Certification EN / LTF B

Riser number. 3 + 1Trimmer no

EARTH OCEAN FLUOR



Weight (kg) 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130

STEP XS

STEP S

STEP M

STEP ML

STEP L

In-flight weight range

In-flight weight range (kg)

Perfect In-flight weight range (kg) to optimize flight performances



Equipment overview

8

13 Riser hook-up loop

14

15

16

1 Leading edge

2 Trailing edge

3 Stabilizer

4

5

A riser6

B riser

7

C riser

10

Brake handle

9

Brake line

11

12

Brake holder

« A » split risers (for Big Ears)

Intrados

Extrados

Accelerator/Speedbar.

Accelerator/Speedbar Split-hook.

Accelerator/Speedbar bar.

17 Pocket with repair kit.

8

131516

1

2

3

4

5

67

10

9

11

12

17

14

3

15

18 "C" steering ball.

19 "B-C" Recall Strap.

18

19



Connecting the gliderOpening the wing

Without twisting the risers, connect them to the harness connection loops using the self-locking carabiners.Check for the risers to be properly positioned and untwisted. The "A" risers must be located at the front and facing the flight direction( see schematic ). Lastly, check for the main self-locking carabiners to be fully closed and locked in place.

Risers

Self-locking Carabiners

Harness :Flight direction

Choosing an adapted harness.

It is advised to adjust the harness's chest strap width based on your wing size :42 cm for an STEP size XS44 cm for an STEP size S46 cm for an STEP size M46 cm for an STEP size ML48 cm for an STEP size L

Install the accelerator according to your harness manufacturer's recommendations.Connect it to the wing using the split hooks.Once the accelerator/speedbar is connected, adjust its length according to your measurements. For correct use, there must not be any tension at the split-hook level when the accelerator/speed-bar line is relaxed.

Choose a flat or lightly angled training hill without obstacles or wind.Open your wing and arrange it in a crescent shape.Check the fabric and the lines for any sign of wear or damage. Check for the links connecting the lines to the risers to be fully closed. Identify, separate and arrange the A,B.C, risers as well as the brake lines neatly. Knots or tangles can not be present.

The STEP glider was certified EN B with a EN1651 & LTF certified harness and hence can be flown with most harnesses models found on the market today. Meaning that it can be flown with most harnesses models found on the market today.We wil advise you to choose a EN1651 and or LTF certified harness with a built-in dorsal protection sys-tem.

Connecting the wing to the harness.

Harness chest strap spacing

Installing the accelerator



Brake line length fisherman's knotConnecting the glider

Garde

Be certain to adjust and leave a small amount of line slack to keep steering toggle play, prevent wing profile deformation and hinder the accelerator func-tionality.During acceleration, the glider's trailing edge must not be deformed.

If you modify the original default setting, have it ins-pected and approved by a professional before flying..

The default factory maximum brake line length is :55 cm for an STEP size XS60 cm for an STEP size S62 cm for an STEP size M65 cm for an STEP size ML67 cm for an STEP size L

Brake line lengths are set at the factory to allow optimal glider control. However, if they do not suit you they can be adjusted to your liking.

We will advise using a fisherman's knot and to keep your length changes to a minimum (approx 5cm maximum).

Margin



PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION

Unfold the glider and place it on its upper surface in an arc.

Separate the A,B,C risers and the brakes, be certain for the risers and lines not to have any twists or knots or be hooked to a branch, stone etc...

The STEP wing was designed for for recreational pilots, sportsmen, who want a high performance sailing, at the top of category B.To discover your new wing, we will advise you to conduct your first small flights in calm conditions on a school training hill or a fami-liar site you are used to flying with your own harness.

Caution !

It vital to conduct a thorough pre-flight check and have the harness properly connected to the glider prior each takeoff.

Run through the following procedure prior each takeoff:

- harness or carabiners do not show signs of wear and tear.- the reserve parachute container is correctly closed and that the handle is in the correct position- your personal settings have not been changed- The wing is properly connected to the risers with all links securely tightened and locked in place.- The wing is properly connected to the harness without any riser twist.- You are securely connected to the harness with the leg and chest strap buckles closed, self-locking carabiners locked. - Your are wearing your helmet and it is properly fastened.



Take-offThe R&D team has optimized the wing's performance in response to the most ambitious pilots needs, while maintaining optimal passive safety, making the STEP a well built and behaved glider in all circumstance.However, before the first flight, practice ground handling to familiarize yourself with your new wing. It is possible to inflate it forward or reversed.

Forward launchTo inflate the glider grab the upper ends of the "A" risers with your hands and progressively move foreward guiding the glider upward. Once the wing is flying overhead, apply brakes as necessary, look up and perform a visual check before accelerating to take off.

Reverse launchIf the wind speed is sustained and permits it, we will advise you to use a reversed inflation method more adapted to conduct a better visual check. Face the wing and grab the "A" risers. With a light pull and adapted rearward walking motion, inflate your wing. Once the glider is stable overhead, turn around, look up once more to check that all is ok. before running down the slope and takeoff. Note: it is not necessary to use the "A" risers to inflate the wing.

Caution !

Before take-off, ensure for the airspace to be clear in front, around and above you with weather conditions matching your flying skill level..

Inflating the STEP is easy without any hard point ; the sequence demands and adaptation to the weather conditions of the day.



FLIGHT CARACTERISTICSIn flight, the TASSKA remains homogeneous even in turbulent air. The "Shark Nose" profile remains solid even when accelerated. The turn is intuitive and easy to control.

Here are a few tips to take advantage of your STEP wing's performance in flight:

Flying « hands up » will provide the best glide ratio in nil wind.

Using the accelerator/speedbar.

« Hands up » speed or trim speed

Piloting without the toggles/brakes.

According to the EN B norm, the STEP glider was designed to be stable throughout its speed range.Accelerated, the wing becomes more sensitive to turbulence. If you sense a glider internal pressure decrease while pushing on the accelerator; lessen the speedbar tension to bring it back to its neutral default setting while slightly applying a small amount of brake by pulling the hand toggles and prevent a possible leading edge frontal collapse.The accelerator/speedbar length travel is: from 13 to 15 cm depend of the wing size.

If for whatever reason, the toogles/brakes are no longer available, you will need to pilot your wing using the harness and "C" risers instead. Beware not to overcontrol the glider to limit the risk of experiencing a possible stall.To land, let your wing glide for as long as possible before applying a full braking motion. Braking using the "C" risers is not as effi-cient as using the toggles and could bring a more energetic landing than normal.

TurnsTo make your glider turn efficiently, and only after checking that the space below you is clear and safe to land on, weight shift toward the inside of the turn and progressively pull your brake/toggle on the same side until the desired turning angle is reached. The tur-ning speed and radius can also be adjusted by using the other brake/toggle controlling the upper half side of the wing. If flying at low speed, begin your turn by raising your hand on the upper and external side of the turn to prevent a possible flat-turn or twisted turn on the vertical axis.The STEP turns very well with toggle input, and does not require big weigh-shifting in the harness.If flying at low speed, begin your turn by raising your hand on the upper and external side of the turn to prevent a possible flat-turn or twisted turn on the vertical axis.

Piloting with the « C ».Piloting with the "C" is used for accelerated or non-accelerated transitions or, in some cases, for winding a thermal, making the most of the wing's performance.Piloting with the C risers offers a better wing feedback, and is ideal to anticipate the piloting moves.This method also optimizes the performance of your wing: usually toggle input to counteract the turbulence, brakes the wing's pro-file and deteriorates its performance. By using the "C" an effective controlled action is obtained while maintaining a "clean" profile and therefore a better performance.To steer the glider with the "C" risers, keep the toggles in hand, and use the handles mounted on the elevators to pilot the wing.This technique brings a true performance gain, very effective, especially coupled with the accelerator during transition.



Specific usage

End of the flight

The STEP wing can be towed up. Fly only with certified gear operated by qualified personal and only after taking a towing clinic. The towing force must correspond to the weight of the equipment, and the pulling sequence can only start when the wing is fully inflated and stable over the pilot's head.

Towing

The STEP wing was not designed to enter aerobatic maneuvers. We highly discourage its use for this type of flying.Aerobatics

Be certain to always have enough altitude for a safe landing before approaching the chosen Landing Zone ( PTU, PTS, etc...). Never make aggressive maneuvers close to the ground. Always land into the wind ( upwind ), standing up and ready to run to a stop if necessary. Make your landing approach with maximum air speed if possible depending on the weather conditions of the moment, then progressively brake to slow the glider to a final touchdown. Beware not to brake too much, too soon and too rapidly to prevent a possible stall and hard landing.

In case of a landing in sustained higher wind speeds, you will need to quickly turnaround, face the wing, move forward while braking down symmetrically. You can equally pull the "C" risers down to deflate the glider and bring it to the ground.

Landing

Fold each side of your wing in an accordion-like shape. Stack-up the leading edge reinforcements on top of one another..

Folding

The STEP wing was not designed for tandem flying.

Tandem



FAST DESCENTSThe following techniques should only be used in emergencies and require prior training to be safely conducted. Appropriate analysis and anticipation of the conditions will often prevent the need to use fast descent techniques. We will advise you to practice in still air and preferably above water.

Big EarsPulling "ears" increases the glider sink rate. We do not recommend the use of big ears close to the ground

In order to pull "ears", grab the specific riser (outer "A" riser) while keeping the toggles in hands and lowering them until the win tips col-lapse. It is preferable to collapse one side after the other and not simultaneously in order to prevent an eventual frontal collapse.Once the "Ears" are folded and stabilized, we will recommend using the accelerator/speedbar to regain your initial air speed.

To reopen the "Ears", bring the accelerator/speedbar back to its neutral default setting, then let go the risers symmetrically. You can pump the brake/toggles on either side of the wing to facilitate its reopening sequence.



Fast descents

360° spiral divesTo begin a spiral dive make sure the air space is clear around and below you, then lean toward the chosen side while gradually applying brake/toggle pressure on that side. The wing will gradually accelerate before entering a full spiral dive. You may use the outer/upper toggle to manage your sink rate.

In order to exit the rotation, get back to a neutral (centered) position in the harness and gradually release the inside brake. You need to keep the glider in a turn as it decelerates in order to limit the surge while exiting the spiral. If your exit is too radical the glider will surge aggressively and experience a substantial dive to be immediately controlled.. Gradually slowing down the rotation with the outside and upper brake will allow you to exit the spiral in a controlled manner.

DANGER This manœuvre places a lot of stress on the glider. The high speed and "G" force might be disorientating and, in extreme cases, cause you a temporary loss of consciousness. Practice this maneuver gradually with ample space around and below you.

This technique is usually physically demanding and will provoke a parachutal wing configuration and hence wing control will be diminished.Loosing altitude using the "B" risers is done by grabbing the risers at the metal links level and applying a symmetrical downward vertical pull until the wing's profile is deformed. This maneuver can be maintained to increase the wing's sink rate.To regain a normal flying configuration, bring your hands up quickly to the "A" risers red markers, then let go the "B" risers altoge-ther. The wing will experience a moderate surge forward which will need to be instantly neutralized and controlled.

B-line stall

Conforming to the certification, the STEP glider does not show any tendency to stay in a locked spiral configuration and will return by itself to a normal flying angle in less than two full rotations when the toggles/brakes are brought back up.

To prevent stressing we do not recommend combining spiral dives with "Ears".



Flight incidents

Parachutal stall

Spin / asymetric stall

Even though this configuration only rarely occurs, you may find yourself in a situation called "parachutal stall " where the glider des-cends vertically with no forward motion. If it happens, release the brakes/toggles fully and trims symmetrically. You might also need to push forward on the "A" risers. Make sure you regained a normal flight configuration before proceeding with brake/toggle usage again.

StallThis technique is not recommended as it requires intense physical impute. It is not a safe descent technique.

A spin will only occur because of a piloting error. If so, release the brake fully on the stalled side and be certain to keep the glider in check during the ensuing dive and reopening sequence.

Asymmetric collapsesAny paraglider may occasionally collapse due to turbulence or a piloting error. In the event of an asymmetric collapse your priority must be to stay clear of the terrain and regain level flight.In the event of an asymmetrical collapse induced by turbulence or purposely by the pilot, we want to remind you that the best course of action to take is:

- Shift all your weight on the open side of the wing.- If necessary, slightly brake on the open side of the wing to prevent it from rotating.- Once the wing is balanced and stabilized, ( straight flight ), if the folded side does not spontaneously reopen, give ample up and down pumping motions until the collapsed glider side is fully reopened. Repeat if necessary until full reinflation is successful. In the event of a “cravat” (where the wing tip is snagged between the lines) you may use the "ears" technique described above by pulling on the tangled line to release the wingtip.

Front collapsesDuring a front collapse according to the certification standard the glider is designed to reopen on its own.In the event of a frontal collapse induced by turbulence or purposely by the pilot, we want to remind you that the best course of action to take is :

- Brakes must be fully released during the collapse, we recommend that brake handles be clipped back on the stoppers when you are producing the collapse- Wait for the wing to reopen and come back overhead – do not keep the brake pressure on, if the glider falls behind you – risk of stalling.- Dampen the surge by using the brakes/toggles proportionally and symmetrically once the wing has overshot you.



LINE LAYOUT DIAGRAM



MaterialsFabrics Producer Reference

Outer surface Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal - 9017E25Inner Surface Porcher Sport Skytex 32 gr Universal - 700032E3WSupported ribs Porcher Sport Skytex 32 gr Hard finish - 700032E4DCompression straps and D ribs Porcher Sport Skytex 32 gr Hard finish - 700032E4DUnsupported ribs Porcher Sport Skytex 32 gr Hard finish - 700032E4DRib reinforcements Porcher Sport SR 170

Main lines Producer ReferenceTop cascade Edelrid 8000U-90/70/70Upper middle cascade Edelrid 8000U-90/70Lower cascade Edelrid 8000U-230/190/130/90

Stabilo lines Producer ReferenceTop cascade Edelrid 8000U-50Middle cascade Edelrid 8000U-50Lower cascade Edelrid / Liros 8000U-50 / PPSL 70

Brake lines Producer ReferenceTop cascade Edelrid 8000U-50Upper middle cascade Edelrid 8000U-70ILower middle cascade Edelrid 8000U-90Lower cascade Edelrid 8000U-190 / N10_300Mailons Peguet MAILLON RAPIDE MRSI03.5 S12



Maintenance sheet

Size XSLine Check Maintenance Sheet

Tolerance: 10 mm.

Measurements made from the base of the lines to the base of the wing, WITH risers and Maillons Rapides, were under 5 kg.

Risers length, Measured wit-hout carabiner.Carabiners len-ght : 29 mm.

Tolérance +/- 5mm

A B C D FreinManual Tested

sampleDiff Manual Tested




sampleDiff

Center 1 6735 6740 5 6653 6655 2 6788 6782 -6 6843 6835 -8 7105 7109 42 6650 6658 8 6568 6565 -3 6699 6696 -3 6753 6746 -7 6871 6872 13 6681 6684 3 6599 6594 -5 6723 6724 1 6773 6767 -6 6683 6681 -24 6625 6629 4 6542 6538 -4 6655 6655 0 6701 6697 -4 6587 6585 -25 6514 6512 -2 6435 6437 2 6540 6537 -3 6582 6578 -4 6412 6409 -36 6516 6514 -2 6440 6439 -1 6534 6526 -8 6571 6566 -5 6270 6267 -37 6381 6384 3 6329 6325 -4 6400 6393 -7 6212 6209 -38 6248 6240 -8 6213 6209 -4 6276 6272 -4 6242 6249 79 6189 6190 1 6179 6171 -8 6230 6237 7 6106 6103 -3

10 6058 6054 -4Stabilizers 11 5907 5899 -8 5885 5877 -8 5930 5925 -5 6028 6028 0

Wingtip 12 5797 5804 7 5821 5815 -6 5876 5870 -6

RISERS Non accéléré AccéléréManual Tested


sampleDiff

A 475 475 0 345 345 0A' 475 474 -1 345 344 -1B 475 473 -2 388 385 -3C 475 476 1 475 476 1



sampleDiff

A 505 505 0 375 375 0A' 505 504 -1 375 374 -1B 505 503 -2 418 415 -3C 505 506 1 505 506 1

Risers length, Measured with carabiner.

Tolérance +/- 5mm

STEP size XS



Lines individual lenghts

A LINES B LINES C LINES D LINES BRAKE LINESNAME CUT SEWN NAME CUT SEWN NAME CUT SEWN NAME CUT SEWN NAME CUT SEWN

AR1 3971 4221 BR1 3923 4173 CR1 4033 4283 d1 501 701 BRML 1257 1457AR2 4191 4441 BR2 4130 4380 CR2 4225 4475 d2 486 686 BRmain 1459 1459AR3 4309 4559 BR3 4289 4539 CR3 4355 4605 d3 486 686 BRM1 1701 1901a1 2273 2473 b1 2241 2441 CM1 1837 2037 d4 431 631 BRM2 2030 2230a2 2188 2388 b2 2156 2356 CM2 1762 1962 d5 406 606 BRM3 2504 2704a3 2219 2419 b3 2187 2387 CM3 1782 1982 d6 397 597 BRMU1 1604 1804a4 1939 2139 b4 1918 2118 CM4 1571 1771 BRMU2 1346 1546a5 1828 2028 b5 1811 2011 CM5 1477 1677 BRMU3 892 1092a6 1830 2030 b6 1816 2016 CM6 1475 1675 BRMU4 913 1113a7 1584 1784 b7 1551 1751 c1 448 648 STABILO LINES br1 1288 1488a8 1451 1651 b8 1435 1635 c2 434 634 NAME CUT SEWN br2 1054 1254a9 1387 1587 b9 1396 1596 c3 438 638 STMain 4260 4460 br3 1124 1324a10 385 585 b10 363 563 c4 387 587 STRis 305 505 br4 1028 1228

c5 366 566 STMA 471 671 br5 978 1178c6 362 562 STMB 488 688 br6 836 1036c7 1552 1752 sta 273 473 br7 757 957c8 1428 1628 stb 280 480 br8 787 987c9 1382 1582 stc 335 535 br9 1087 1287c10 391 591 br10 1039 1239

br11 1009 1209

Maintenance sheetSTEP size XS



Size SLine Check Maintenance Sheet

Maintenance sheetSTEP size S

Tolerance: 10 mm.


Tolérance +/- 5mm






sampleDiff

Center 1 7120 7127 7 7032 7034 2 7176 7170 -6 7234 7230 -4 7484 7483 -12 7032 7034 2 6943 6944 1 7083 7082 -1 7140 7140 0 7241 7236 -53 7067 7072 5 6977 6974 -3 7110 7102 -8 7163 7159 -4 7043 7034 -94 7013 7020 7 6926 6921 -5 7047 7042 -5 7095 7093 -2 6944 6938 -65 6896 6901 5 6814 6816 2 6926 6920 -6 6971 6966 -5 6760 6755 -56 6899 6901 2 6819 6820 1 6920 6912 -8 6959 6956 -3 6613 6613 07 6756 6763 7 6704 6702 -2 6780 6772 -8 6550 6542 -88 6615 6619 4 6581 6582 1 6649 6644 -5 6584 6586 29 6553 6557 4 6545 6544 -1 6617 6611 -6 6442 6438 -4

10 6393 6385 -8Stabilizers 11 6300 6298 -2 6277 6273 -4 6325 6321 -4 6360 6368 8

Wingtip 12 6190 6187 -3 6210 6204 -6 6267 6263 -4



sampleDiff

A 490 490 0 320 318 -2A' 490 490 0 320 318 -2B 490 489 -1 376 373 -3C 490 489 -1 490 489 -1



sampleDiff

A 520 518 -2 350 346 -4A' 520 518 -2 350 346 -4B 520 517 -3 406 401 -5C 520 517 -3 520 517 -3


Tolérance +/- 5mm




Maintenance sheetSTEP size S





br11 1289 1089



Size MLine Check Maintenance Sheet

Maintenance sheetSTEP size M

Tolerance: 10 mm.


Tolérance +/- 5mm






sampleDiff

Center 1 7413 7421 8 7317 7325 8 7471 7475 4 7532 7529 -3 7890 7896 62 7323 7329 6 7227 7231 4 7376 7376 0 7435 7434 -1 7641 7647 63 7360 7368 8 7263 7263 0 7405 7405 0 7460 7456 -4 7427 7421 -64 7304 7312 8 7211 7215 4 7337 7336 -1 7388 7388 0 7325 7320 -55 7183 7192 9 7095 7096 1 7212 7208 -4 7258 7254 -4 7136 7135 -16 7186 7191 5 7101 7097 -4 7206 7205 -1 7246 7241 -5 6983 6984 17 7036 7038 2 6979 6984 5 7050 7047 -3 6916 6915 -18 6889 6891 2 6851 6855 4 6914 6915 1 6950 6951 19 6824 6832 8 6812 6812 0 6880 6876 -4 6804 6805 1

10 6756 6749 -7Stabilizers 11 6561 6559 -2 6537 6534 -3 6587 6588 1 6722 6719 -3

Wingtip 12 6441 6450 9 6467 6464 -3 6527 6526 -1



sampleDiff

A 490 494 4 330 327 -3A' 490 492 2 330 325 -5B 490 493 3 380 380 0C 490 494 4 490 494 4



sampleDiff

A 520 524 4 360 357 -3A' 520 522 2 360 355 -5B 520 523 3 410 410 0C 520 524 4 520 524 4


Tolérance +/- 5mm




Maintenance sheetSTEP size M




c5 605 405 STMA 724 524 br5 1302 1102

c6 601 401 STMB 744 544 br6 1149 949

c7 1921 1721 sta 507 307 br7 1059 859

c8 1785 1585 stb 513 313 br8 1093 893

c9 1751 1551 stc 573 373 br9 1440 1240

c10 635 435 br10 1392 1192

br11 1358 1158

br11 1358 1158



Size MLLine Check Maintenance Sheet

Maintenance sheetSTEP size ML

Tolerance: 10 mm.


Tolérance +/- 5mm






sampleDiff

Center 1 7721 7727 6 7619 7626 7 7786 7779 -7 7849 7842 -7 8143 8139 -42 7629 7633 4 7527 7533 6 7689 7681 -8 7750 7746 -4 7887 7887 03 7668 7676 8 7565 7568 3 7719 7712 -7 7770 7760 -10 7679 7678 -14 7612 7620 8 7517 7521 4 7648 7639 -9 7700 7691 -9 7574 7577 35 7487 7492 5 7397 7402 5 7518 7514 -4 7566 7561 -5 7379 7376 -36 7490 7494 4 7403 7403 0 7512 7513 1 7554 7555 1 7220 7225 57 7340 7342 2 7281 7282 1 7348 7352 4 7151 7154 38 7187 7183 -4 7148 7148 0 7207 7210 3 7185 7186 19 7119 7119 0 7108 7105 -3 7171 7174 3 7037 7035 -2

10 6985 6979 -6Stabilizers 11 6839 6832 -7 6814 6810 -4 6866 6864 -2 6953 6949 -4

Wingtip 12 6714 6721 7 6741 6745 4 6803 6800 -3



sampleDiff

A 515 515 0 360 361 1A' 515 513 -2 360 361 1B 515 514 -1 412 410 -2C 515 514 -1 515 514 -1



sampleDiff

A 545 545 0 390 391 1A' 545 543 -2 390 391 1B 545 544 -1 442 440 -2C 545 544 -1 545 544 -1


Tolérance +/- 5mm




Maintenance sheetSTEP size ML





br11 1416 1216



Size LLine Check Maintenance Sheet

Maintenance sheetSTEP size L

Tolerance: 10 mm.


Tolérance +/- 5mm






sampleDiff

Center 1 7996 8004 8 7894 7899 5 8066 8067 1 8131 8130 -1 8461 8459 -22 7902 7907 5 7800 7805 5 7966 7961 -5 8030 8023 -7 8193 8192 -13 7943 7947 4 7840 7844 4 7999 7999 0 8057 8053 -4 7975 7982 74 7890 7892 2 7792 7796 4 7927 7928 1 7981 7978 -3 7868 7865 -35 7761 7761 0 7668 7670 2 7794 7792 -2 7844 7840 -4 7667 7665 -26 7764 7763 -1 7675 7675 0 7787 7787 0 7831 7830 -1 7506 7505 -17 7599 7606 7 7548 7544 -4 7626 7624 -2 7438 7434 -48 7442 7436 -6 7410 7406 -4 7480 7475 -5 7479 7474 -59 7371 7371 0 7368 7366 -2 7432 7433 1 7322 7314 -8

10 7264 7256 -8Stabilizers 11 7083 7076 -7 7058 7052 -6 7111 7105 -6 7238 7232 -6

Wingtip 12 6964 6956 -8 6983 6978 -5 7046 7038 -8



sampleDiff

A 517 516 -1 357 359 2A' 517 516 -1 361 359 -2B 517 518 1 410 411 1C 517 518 1 517 518 1



sampleDiff

A 545 544 -1 385 387 2A' 545 544 -1 385 387 -2B 545 546 1 438 439 1C 545 546 1 545 546 1


Tolérance +/- 5mm




Maintenance sheetSTEP size L





br11 1473 1273



CERTIFICATESSTEP size XS



CERTIFICATES

Inspection certificate number: PG_1326.2018

Manufacturer data

Manufacturer name: Supair SàrlRepresentative Laurent ChiabautStreet: 34, rue AdrastéePost code / place: 74650 ChavanodCountry: France

Sample data

Name: Step Size: 24Min weight in flight [kg]: 70 Max weight in flight [kg]: 90Weight [kg]: 4.7 Number of seat: Single-seaterSample load serial number: n/a Date of reception: n/aSample flight serial number : GBP18-24 Date of reception: 06.04.2018

Test report summary Result Place Date of test

71.8.3 | Shock loading test: Test done on size 30, inspection PG_1361.2018 16.05.201871.8.3 | Sustained loading test: Test done on size 30, inspection PG_1361.2018 16.05.201871.8.2 | Flight test: B Villeneuve 25.06.201871.4.3 | Measurement: POSITIVE Villeneuve 13.06.201871.6.3 | Line bending test: POSITIVE Villeneuve 03.07.2018

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Place of declaration: VilleneuveDate of issue: 06.07.2018Managing Director: Alain ZollerSignature:

The declaration must not be reproduced in part without the written permission of Air Turquoise SA.

This inspection certificate confirms that the above sample identified by its serial number and only this is in conforms with the standards.

The inspection certificate contain the following test and is complete with the test report number: 71.8.2, 71.8.3, 71.4.3, 71.6.3 (If the 71.8.3 tests are not done, it has been done for another size of a sample within the definition of same model)

Paraglider inspection certificate

This signature approve the validity of the test reports 71.8.2, 71.8.3, 71.4.3 and 71.6.3 (Only if test report are applicable).

Air Turquoise SA has thoroughly tested the sample of paraglider mentioned above and certifies its conformity with the following standards : EN 926-2:2013 / EN 926-1:2015 / LTF: NFL II 91/09 / 2-60-14 / 2-251-16

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Classification: BIn accordance with standards\\\nEN 926-2:2013, EN 926-1:2015 & LTF 91/09: PG_1326.2018Date of issue (DMY): 06.07.2018Manufacturer: Supair SàrlModel: Step 24Serial number: GBP18-24

Configuration during flight testsParaglider AccessoriesMaximum weight in flight (kg) 90 Range of speed system (cm) 17Minimum weight in flight (kg) 70 Speed range using brakes (km/h) 13Glider's weight (kg) 4.7 Total speed range with accessories (km/h) 25Number of risers 3 Range of trimmers (cm) 0Projected area (m2) 20.21

Harness used for testing (max weight) Inspections (whichever happens first)Harness type ABS every 12 months or every 100 flying hoursHarness brand Supair Warning! Before use refer to user's manualHarness model Evo XC 3 M Person or company having presented the

glider for testing: NoneHarness to risers distance (cm) 43Distance between risers (cm) 43

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CERTIFICATESSTEP size M


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Name: Step Size: 26Min weight in flight [kg]: 80 Max weight in flight [kg]: 100Weight [kg]: 5 Number of seat: Single-seaterSample load serial number: n/a Date of reception: n/aSample flight serial number : GBP18-26 Date of reception: 06.04.2018



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Classification: BIn accordance with standards\\\nEN 926-2:2013, EN 926-1:2015 & LTF 91/09: PG_1327.2018Date of issue (DMY): 06.07.2018Manufacturer: Supair SàrlModel: Step 26Serial number: GBP18-26

Configuration during flight testsParaglider AccessoriesMaximum weight in flight (kg) 100 Range of speed system (cm) 17Minimum weight in flight (kg) 80 Speed range using brakes (km/h) 13Glider's weight (kg) 5 Total speed range with accessories (km/h) 25Number of risers 3 Range of trimmers (cm) 0Projected area (m2) 21.9

Harness used for testing (max weight) Inspections (whichever happens first)Harness type ABS every 12 months or every 100 flying hoursHarness brand Icaro Warning! Before use refer to user's manualHarness model Energy 2 L Person or company having presented the


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CERTIFICATESSTEP size ML


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Name: Step Size: 28Min weight in flight [kg]: 90 Max weight in flight [kg]: 110Weight [kg]: 5.3 Number of seat: Single-seaterSample load serial number: n/a Date of reception: n/aSample flight serial number : GBP18-28 Date of reception: 15.05.2018



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DC | Rev 16 | 05.01.2018 ISO 71.8.1

Classification: BIn accordance with standards\\\nEN 926-2:2013, EN 926-1:2015 & LTF 91/09: PG_1351.2018Date of issue (DMY): 06.07.2018Manufacturer: Supair SàrlModel: Step 28Serial number: GPB18-28

Configuration during flight testsParaglider AccessoriesMaximum weight in flight (kg) 110 Range of speed system (cm) 15Minimum weight in flight (kg) 90 Speed range using brakes (km/h) 13Glider's weight (kg) 5.3 Total speed range with accessories (km/h) 25Number of risers 3 Range of trimmers (cm) 0Projected area (m2) 23.58

Harness used for testing (max weight) Inspections (whichever happens first)Harness type ABS every 12 months or every 100 flying hoursHarness brand Supair Warning! Before use refer to user's manualHarness model Evo XC 3 L Person or company having presented the


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CERTIFICATESSTEP size L


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Name: Step Size: 30Min weight in flight [kg]: 105 Max weight in flight [kg]: 125Weight [kg]: n/a Number of seat: Single-seaterSample load serial number: GPB18-30-2 Date of reception: 04.05.2018Sample flight serial number : n/a Date of reception: n/a


71.8.3 | Shock loading test: POSITIVE Yverdon(airport) 16.05.201871.8.3 | Sustained loading test: POSITIVE Yverdon(airport) 16.05.201871.8.2 | Flight test: n/a Villeneuve n/a71.4.3 | Measurement: n/a Villeneuve n/a71.6.3 | Line bending test: POSITIVE Villeneuve 03.07.2018

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MaintenanceWashing and glider maintenance.

It is not a good idea to often wash your glider from time to time. Anyway if you have to do it, we recommend using sponge or soft hair brush and a non aggressive water-soluble cleaning agent (such as baby soap).We will recommend wing inspections to be conducted at regular intervals: - Repair eventual small fabric damages ( holes smaller than a 1Euro coin or 1 US. 25 cents coin ) with the small rounded sticky rips-top pieces included in your repair kit.- Empty out the cells/caissons from sand, pebbles, grass, leaves, etc...

Storage and transport.When not using your glider store it inside your paragliding rucksack in a dry cool and clean place protected from UV exposure. If your harness is wet please dry thoroughly before storing. If your glider is wet or humid, dry it thoroughly first.Keep all metal parts away from corrosive elements.

Product longevity.Irrespective of pre-flight checks, your glider must be serviced regularly and in accordance with its maintenance schedule. We will recommend for the wing to be inspected once a year or every one hundred (100) hours, and more specifically check the followings :• Lines (no excessive wear no breakages or folds) maillons and carabiners• Materials selected for the STEP ensure the best compromise for lightness and longevity. However in certain conditions such as

exposure to UV or abrasion or exposure to chemical products the glider must be submitted to a thorough inspection by a quali-fied facility. Your safety depends on it!

• Carabiners must be replaced every five (5) years by identically rated and certified models recommended by the manufacturer (SUPAIR).

RepairIn spite of using the best quality materials, your glider may be subjected to wear and tear ( Gigi, subjected et non subject ) and hence will need to be regularly inspected at a qualified repair center.SUP’AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period. Please contact us either by telephone or by E-mail [email protected] in order to receive a quote.



All our materials are selected for their technical and environmentally friendly characteristics. None of the components found in our products will harm the environment. Most of them are recyclable.If your STEP's life span is over, you can separate all metallic and plastic parts from the cloth and dispose of the rest according to your country's recycling guide lines and requirements. Please contact your local recycling center for more information..

Your glider must be checked every year or every 100 flight hours by a qualified operator.

We advise you to take this opportunity to have your reserve repacked.

DisclaimerParagliding is an activity requiring, skills, specific knowledge and sound judgement. Be safe by learning in certified schools, subs-cribe and obtain an adequate insurance policy as well as a flying license while always making sure your flying skills are up to the task in various weather flying conditions. SUP'AIR cannot be held responsible for your paragliding decisions or activities.

This SUP'AIR product was designed for solo use only. Any other activity such as tandem paragliding, skydiving or BASE jumping is absolutely forbidden.

Pilot’s gearIt is essential to wear a helmet, suitable shoes with good ankle support and adapted clothing. Carrying a reserve emergency para-chute corresponding to your weight and properly connected to the harness is also highly recommended.The entire Sup'Air harness, accessory and reserve parachute selection (except for tandem gear), is compatible with the STEP glider.For additional information, please access our internet site : www.supair.com

SUP'AIR takes the greatest care in the design and production of its product line hence offers a 3 years limited warranty from the purchase date against any manufacturing defect or design issues occurring during normal use. Any damage or degradation resul-ting from incorrect or abusive use, abnormal exposure to aggressive factors including but not limited to; high temperature intense sun exposure high humidity etc. will invalidate this warranty.

Recycling

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Warranty

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Documents

English - Supair · 2019-10-29 · To discover your new wing, we will advise you to conduct your first small flights in calm conditions on a school training hill or a fami-liar site