Advance acoustic PI 2 User Manual
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User Manual
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Thank you for flying ADVANCE .............................4
About ADVANCE .......................................5
The PI 2 ..............................................6
One wing, many uses ................................ 7
Piloting requirements ....................................8
General advice about paraglider flying ...................9
Handle with care ......................................10
Preparing the wing ..................................... 12
Deliver y .........................................12
Basic settings ....................................12
Adjusting the brake lines ............................12
Adjusting the speed system .......................... 12
Suitable harnesses ................................. 13
Flight characteristics ................................... 15
Connecting the risers ...............................15
Take o f f .......................................... 15
Normal flight ...................................... 17
Turning .......................................... 17
Accelerated flight ..................................18
Collapses ........................................ 19
Fast descents ....................................20
Stall ............................................22
Landing .........................................23
Flying with a wet paraglider (Risk of parachutal stall) .......23
Winching / Paramotoring ............................24
Acro ............................................ 24
Maintenance, Repair and Care ...........................26
Packing .........................................26
Care and maintenance ..............................26
Check .......................................... 27
Repairs .......................................... 27
Technical details .......................................29
Materials used ....................................30
Certification ...................................... 31
Service ..........................................33
ADVANCE Service Centres ..................... 33
The ADVANCE website .............................33
Warranty ........................................33
Wing par ts ...........................................35
Line plan ............................................36
Risers .............................................. 37
Instructions Palstek-Note ................................38
Installation instructions Softlink ...........................39
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Thank you for flying ADVANCE
Congratulations on your choice of an PI 2 - a quality product from
ADVANCE. We hope that you will spend many rewarding hours in the
air with it.
This user manual is an impor tant part of the glider. Here you will find instructions and important information about safety, care and mainte-
nance, and that’s why we recommend that you read this document
carefully before your first flight
Register your PI 2 online on www.advance.ch/warranty; you will then
receive product updates or safety-related bulletins about the PI 2 di-
rect from us. This information will also be available to download from
our website at www.advance.ch, as will the latest version of this manual and further updated information.
If you have any further questions or problems please contact your
dealer or get in touch directly with ADVANCE.
Now we wish you a lot of enjoyment with your PI 2, and always «happy
landings».
Team ADVANCE
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ADVANCE, based in Switzerland, is one of the world’s leading paraglider manufacturers. Since it was founded in 1988, the company has consistently pursued its own directions and concepts, both in develop-
ment and production. The results are quality products with distinctive
characteristics.
Behind the ADVANCE brand name is a team of specialists who share
the passion and trust in the company’s products. At home in the air
themselves, they contribute their valuable personal experience and
dedication to the working processes.
Total control of the production process and supervision of the working
practices at the ADVANCE factory in Vietnam ensure a high standard
of workmanship. Long term relationships with fabric and line manufac-
turers means that ADVANCE knowledge and expertise also finds its
way directly into the development of new materials.
ADVANCE attaches great importance to after-sales customer support,
and has built up a worldwide service network for this purpose. An
on-going interaction with its customers brings in a steady flow of new
knowledge that finds its way into ADVANCE products, thus completing
the «Circle of Service».
About ADVANCE
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The PI 2
PI 2 – Light Versatility
Enjoy the freedom and the versatility – in the air and on the ground.
The new PI 2 is one of the lightest low-pack-volume serial wings on
the market, and, with four sizes and three specified weight ranges per
size, is also one of the most versatile paragliders currently available.
Whether for thermaling, Hike & Fly, or use as a MiniWing, it’s you who
decide with the new PI 2.
The table shows the EN/LTF A certification as “Beginner”, EN/LTF
B certification as “Occasional” (Leisure) and the EN/LTF C level as
“Expert”.
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23
19
16
50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
m
2
kg
OCCASIONAL EXPERT
EXPERT
OCCASIONAL
OCCASIONAL
BEGINNER
THERMIK
HIKE & FLY
HIKE & FLY
MINI VOILE
MINI VOILE
MINI VOILE
THERMIK
HIKE & FLY
HIKE & FLY
THERMIK
BEGINNER
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One wing, many uses
Each PI 2 size is subdivided into three weight ranges «Thermal», «Hike
& Fly» and «MiniWing ». These classifications are a function of wing
loading, and require different levels of piloting ability:
Thermal
Compact, light, best climbing qualities and maximum safety: in the
thermal range, with wing loadings up to 3.5 kg/m2, the PI 2 canopy’s
quiet pitching behaviour makes it very confortable to fly, and its modest packed volume suits it for travellers. In its 23 and 27 sizes it can also be recommended as a first light wing. A reduced line setup gives
the PI 2 notable performance.
Hike & Fly
Easy to carry, easy to sort, easy to manage: the Hike & Fly weight range,
with wing loadings between 3.5 and 4.5 kg/m2, is intended for leisure
pilots and hikers who prefer to savour the important things in life – en-
joying time spent in the mountains. “Air Scoop Technology” combined
with semi-circular intakes gives the PI 2 high passive safety and agreea-
ble flight characteristics at these weights.
MiniWing
Minimum weight and maximum wing loading: this MiniWing area starts
at 4.5 kg/m2, and provides the PI 2 with an actionwing’s higher trim
speed. The purely dynamic possibilities of this flying style encourage
maximum flying fun, fast contour-chasing, strong wind soaring or use
as an ultralight descent mode for mountaineers – always bearing in
mind that its pilots must be very experienced, have specific expertise
and accurate handling technique.
High wing loading: the higher the wing loading the more agile
a canopy becomes, and the more demanding will be its behav-
iour in extreme situations. This principle applies even more so as
the wing itself gets smaller. In referring to the MiniWing ethos we
draw attention to PI 2 flying characteristics in this weight range,
especially when applied to the 16 and 19 size wings.
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Piloting requirements
Detailed depiction of recommended and extended weight ranges is
provided in the ‘Technical Data” section. The weight figures quoted
there apply to total in flight weight – pilot’s weight plus clothes, all the
equipment (wing, harness, reserve, instruments etc.; in fact everything
that is to go into the air).
Loading and wing size
The PI 2 has different EN/LTF classifications depending on wing size,
its three wing loading ranges, and the demands each combination
makes of its pilot.
As a general rule, flying qualities and handling become more demanding at higher wing loading, and steering response is more direct. We
can also say that, for simple aeromechanical reasons, smaller wings
are more agile (move around faster) than large ones, have shorter
brake travel, and are therefore considered to be more demanding to fly
– even when flown at their lower wing loadings.
Beginner – EN/LTF A Certification
The PI 2 23 and 27 sizes have recommended takeoff weight ranges
of 65 – 95 kg and 75 – 105 kg respectively, and demonstrate maximal
passive safety. This is reflected by the EN/LTF A certification.
As such, the PI 2 makes a good school glider, suitable for beginners.
These pilots will continue to feel happy and relaxed under this quiet and well-balanced wing, long after they have completed the basics.
Leisure flyers will appreciate the PI 2’s comfortable handling and notably good performance. The recommended takeoff weight range for
both these sizes applies to the thermal area, and here the PI 2 demonstrates its good climb and glide abilities.
Occasional – EN/LTF B
The PI 2 is certified EN/LTF B for the recommended takeoff weight
range of the 19 (50 – 75 kg), and in the extended ranges of the 23 and
27 sizes (95 – 110 kg and 105 – 120 kg).
These weight ranges are intended for pilots with a competent active
flying style. They can recognise and prevent collapses at their onset, or
deal with them without overreacting.
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Expert – EN/LTF C
Short lines and short brake travel give the PI 2 16 an EN/LTF C over its
whole weight range (50 – 90 kg). The 19 wing is also classified as EN/
LTF C in its extended range (75 – 95 kg).
In these weight ranges exper ts are called for who fly with anticipation
and foresight, and know how to handle high flying speeds.
High wing loading: Smaller wings are generally considered to
be more agile – this applies when compared with a larger version
of the same paraglider model when flown at the same wing loading. This is why the PI 2 in 16 and 19 sizes are classified EN/LTF
C and B respectively, - including flight at thermal weights.
General advice about paraglider flying
Taking part in the sport of paragliding requires suitable training, a fundamental knowledge of the materials involved, and the necessary licence and insurance. A pilot must be able to correctly assess the local
weather conditions. His/her abilities must be adequate for the actual
paraglider to be used.
It is essential that an adequate helmet, suitable footwear and clothing be worn. A reserve parachute must be carried. Before every flight
all parts of the equipment must be checked for damage and airworthiness. A proper before takeoff check must always be carried out.
Every paraglider pilot bears sole responsibility for all risks associated with the sport of paragliding, including injury and death. Neither the
manufacturer nor the seller of the paraglider can guarantee or be held
responsible for the safety of the pilot.
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The ADVANCE PI 2 is designed to be as light as possible for its specific areas of use. This places significant demands on those who use
and look after it. The owner should become very familiar with the prod-
uct, its qualities and requirements. Because of its specialised materials
and construction the PI 2 can suf fer wear and damage if it is careless-
ly or ignorantly used.
The PI 2 should never be dragged over the ground. Pointed and sharp
objects such as stones or twigs can damage the lines and fabric.
ADVANCE recommend that you choose your takeoff surface carefully.
Caution: ADVANCE considers it important that you are aware
of and respect the PI 2’s lightweight materials. The PI 2 will provide long-term enjoyment, but only if you look after it carefully.
Always bear the «Handle with Care» label in mind; the lifetime of
this product depends largely on your care.
Handle with care
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Preparing the wing
Delivery
Every ADVANCE paraglider has to be flown by the dealer before delivery to check basic settings and trim. The dealer then enters the date
of this first flight on the type placard fixed to a rib in the middle of the
wing. This entry, together with product registration, confirms that de-
fects in the product, attributable to faulty manufacture, are covered
by the extended ADVANCE warranty. See ‘Warranty’ in the “Service”
section.
We ask you to fill in the relevant form under “Warranty” on our website
within 10 days of purchasing your PI 2. See: www.advance.ch/warranty
Delivery of a PI 2 includes a PIPACK, COMPRESSBAG, repair kit, mi-
ni-windsock in the glider colours and a «Getting Started» booklet.
Basic settings
The basic settings of a PI 2 at delivery conform to the original trim that the
ADVANCE test team have found to be best. The glider has been certified
in this condition. Changes or tampering with these settings, for example
altering the line lengths, results in the loss of the wing’s certification. See
also the section “Certification”.
Adjusting the brake lines
The brake handle positions have been set at the factory to allow free
brake line travel of approximately 8 cm between the brakes free position and the point where brake application first affects the wing trailing edge in unaccelerated flight. This free run makes sure, among oth-
er things, that the trailing edge remains unbraked with brakes released,
both at takeoff and during accelerated flight, thus implying that the
brake line length should not be altered.
We recommend the bowline knot for fastening the brake handles. See
illustration at the end of the manual.
Adjusting the speed system
Adjust your PI 2 speed system correctly before your first flight. Make
sure that the speed lines run freely through all the pulleys in your har-
ness. Connect the speed lines to the risers with the Brummel hooks.
Finally check that your final settings allow the full accelerate travel to
be used. To do this hang the harness up, sit in it and get someone to
hold up the risers as if in flight.
Caution: The speed lines are ideally set when you can use the
full range of the speed system. You must confirm that the speed
lines are not adjusted too short – this would cause the wing to
be permanently accelerated in flight.
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Suitable harnesses
We recommend that you make your first flights with the new paraglider in quiet conditions at a familiar flying site. A few pull-ups on
easy ground will give you confidence in handling your PI 2 - from the
beginning.
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