a depression, or any visual fine-line crack would be indicative of damage. This is all particularly important
around the spar caps and the roving that holds the pivot points in place. Removal of the sail is necessary
to allow good examination from the rear of the D-cell of the spar caps' adhesion to the D-cell. Any
suspected or observable damage in any of these areas should be brought to your dealer immediately for
determination of repair or replacement.
Velcro and/or belt connections at wing tip and rib cams
If the tension at the rib cams is not sufficient then the interior Velcro of the rib cam strap can be adjusted.
This can be necessary particularly after the first flying hours.
If a damaged rope at the tip wand or lever is observed during setup or disassembly, it should be replaced
immediately. Likewise, any Velcro that is worn and unable to hold its load should be replaced
immediately.
Strap connection at the sail/keel
The belts that connect the sail and keel must be taut when the glider is fully setup. If this is not the case,
then the wing has less sweep and flight characteristics are negatively affected. The tension can be
affected by change in humidity or temperature. A light, taut line between the rib cams of the outermost
ribs should cross the keel within 15mm of a small hole found there when the keel is parallel to the ground.
Disengage the rib cams and tie the light line through their middle.
Rope connection at the flap
Examine the rope where it exits the keel for wear. Inspect every 10 flying hours.
Return bungee for the flap
If the flap does not return to contact the keel, then the associated bungee cord may need to be replaced.
Other things can cause the flaps to bind and should be examined - space between the pins, binds in the
flap rope, or misaligned parts.
Tail adjustment
The tail rope exits the keel at the same place as the flap rope and ties to the top of the flap line pulley.
When the flap rope is just taut with the flaps in the off position, the tail rope should be just tight enough
that the tail is in the full up position. This equates to the tail rope being pulled in by 5-6 inches. The result
will be that the flaps go to the off position first and then as more flap rope is released the tail goes to the
flat position.
Storage
Storage, like transport, requires at least three points for the D-cells to rests upon. Storage should be off
the ground and in a place where condensation will not occur to stain the sail or cause corrosion to parts.
The glider should be stored dry.
UV light shortens the life span of the sail and so the glider should not be left in the sun on non-flying days.
