Limitations

Range of use and load limits

Like all commercially available reserve parachutes, paraglider harnesses are never suitable for free fall parachuting because their design and construction details do not allow such a thing. Neither the reserve parachute nor its attachments to the harness can withstand the loadings involved in an abrupt opening.

All harness adjustments must be made before the harness is flown. Correct adjustment of the WEIGHTLESS greatly contributes to safety, correct function and comfort in flight.

WarningNo protector can offer complete protection against injury. The EN/LTF certified protector can only absorb some of the energy of impacts and therefore minimise injuries that might result from unlucky takeoffs and landings.
WarningThe WEIGHTLESS certification up to 120 kg is restricted exclusively to paraglider sport.

Overstress

When using the product there is always the risk of unpredictable overstress in flight, for example caused by flying conditions or a surprise bump in the air. In rare cases the product could suffer damage. This is especially disappointing in that, usually, neither the manufacturer nor the pilot can be held responsible. Light products tend to be more susceptible to damage due to overstress.

InfoIn the event of damage, please contact your dealer and they will contact us. We strive to work together to find the best possible solution. This is individual and depends on the assessment of each case.

Handle with Care

The WEIGHTLESS is an ultralight harness. The life of this product is highly dependent on your care. Mechanical stresses such as dragging on the ground etc. accelerate the ageing process and should be avoided. A lightweight product is much more sensitive to stress of all kinds.

SIV Overloads

Do not use this lightweight product for SIV training. Excessive loading can cause non-safety-related damage to the product, which is not covered by the ADVANCE guarantee.

WarningWe strongly advise against making a rescue deployment with the WEIGHTLESS during safety induction training (SIV). After a rescue release, non-safety related damage to the harness may occur which is not covered by the ADVANCE warranty.
WarningThe harness must be inspected by a qualified person after each rescue descent!

Paraglider models of other brands

The harness can be flown with any paraglider. There are no restrictions.

Winching

The WEIGHTLESS is suitable for winch towing. The tow link must only be fixed to the harness‘s main carabiners. If there is any doubt, the winch driver or a person authorised by the manufacturer should be consulted.

Acro

The WEIGHTLESS is not suitable for acro flying. Handle with Care!

Tandem flying

Due to its dimension/function the WEIGHTLESS is basically not suitable for tandem flying – neither for the pilot nor the passenger.

Use in the school environment

The WEIGHTLESS is an ultra-light harness and therefore not suitable for school use.