Advance acoustic IOTA 23, User Manual

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What to do if the leading edge gets
damaged?
If a plastic rod breaks or its seam rips the glider must be taken to an
ADVANCE checking facility where the rod can be replaced or sewn
back in . To guarantee a long lifespan it is important that the wing is not
allowed to fall on its leading edge after landing, otherwise the fabric
can be damaged by abrasion . But mainly there is a risk, as in all para-
gliders, that the crossports could tear .
Checks
A new ADVANCE paraglider must be given a check every 24 months
( 2 years ) . With intensive use ( >150 flying hours per year, or excessive-
ly demanding use ) an annual check is needed, after the first check .
When a check is carried out the condition of all materials is assessed
in accordance with strict guidelines, and tested with great care . Finally
the overall condition of the glider is rated and recorded in a test report .
You can find additional information about the check in this manual in
the section «Service», or at www .advance .ch .
The general check instructions for ADVANCE paragliders are a stand-
ard part of the I OTA handbook . This also contains fundamental techni-
calities and the glider’s line lengths .
Repairs
As a general rule you should not attempt to repair a paraglider yourself .
The various seams and lines are made with great precision, and, for
this reason, only the manufacturer or an authorised service centre may
fit identical replacement parts or replace entire cells . Exceptions to this
rule are the replacement of lines and the repair of small tears ( up to 5
cm ) or holes in the fabric that may be glued with the self adhesive rip-
stop included in the repair kit . After a repair, or the replacement of a
line, the glider must always be opened out and checked on the ground
before the next flight .
Replacement parts such as lines, quicklinks, and repair material for the
I OTA can be obtained from ADVANCE or an ADVANCE Service cen-
tre and/or reseller .
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