Aeros Sting Ray, Owner'S And Service Manual

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secure the opposite end of the sail to something solid, so that you can lay the leading edge out
straight and pull the Mylar straight out of the pocket.
18. Fold and pack up the sail carefully if you plan to ship it out for repair. Be sure to include written
instructions of what you want done, your name and a phone number.
RE-INSTALLING THE SAIL ON THE FRAME
Install the Mylar inserts, if they were removed before, in the sail. Make sure you install it right side
up; the slit edge is at the front and on the bottom. The easiest way to install the Mylar insert is to
push it into the pocket using a long lofting batten attached to the end of the Mylar insert, which is
first inserted in the pocket.
You will have to stop from time to time to make sure the Mylar insert is properly lying flat in the
pocket. Do not push the Mylar insert too far into the pocket (the front edge of the insert should be
aflush with the front edge of the insert pocket or the insert should stay approx. 5 mm out). Make
sure there are no folds in the Mylar insert, especially at the tips. Make sure the insert wraps in the
proper direction to follow the sail around the leading edge as it enters the pocket.
The procedure of the sail re-installing on the frame is basically reverse of the sail removal. Read
and make sure you understand the written above procedure before re-installing the sail on the
frame.
12. TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
With good care and correct maintenance your wing will retain its good conditions for many years.
We recommend that you do not expose your wing to any more direct sunlight than necessary. Do
not leave the wing under the sun for long periods of time when you are not flying.
Do not leave your wing for a long period of time against strong wind otherwise it will decrease the
life of the sail.
The wing may be transported in its bag in any vehicle that offers protection from mechanical
damage, soiling and long exposure to rain. During transportation, or when stored on supports, the
wing must be supported not less then in three points: at its center and at two more points.
Supports should be softly padded, and any support systems used for transport, such as roof racks,
must use attachment straps that are sufficiently secure to eliminate the possibility of damage from
vibration and movement. Flat straps should be used for tie downs to avoid damage to leading edge
Mylar.
Store the wing in a dry room off the ground; air it out regularly to avoid mildew, and never store
wet.
If you fly at the costal area or your wing has been exposed to salt water rinse it with tap water
thoroughly before storage. If you fly frequently at the costal area it is necessary to wash the wing
with tap water at least once a month to prevent all aluminum parts from corrosion.
The recommended storage temperature is from +5 to +25° C.