Dudek Coden, User Manual

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4. PARAGLIDER CARE
Proper maintenance of the paraglider will greatly enhance its durability
FOLDING AND STORAGE
Coden was built with wide use of recent technological advances, like plastic
wire stiffeners of the leading edge. Because of that the paraglider should be
carefully folded, according to materials, conditions of transportand storage.
Basic rules to be observed when folding the canopy:
1. We fold it rib to rib (cell to cell) like an accordion, not folding the canopy in
halves from stabilizers toward the center.
2. After creating a package in the centerwing (longest chord) we do not roll it,
but fold in three or four, starting from trailing edge.
3. Leading edge stays on top of the stack.
4. Pack the Coden into a WingShell.
Store the paraglider in a dry space, away from chemicals and UV exposure.
Never pack up or store the glider when wet. This shortens the life of the cloth.
Remember that wing gets wet even when laying on a green grass in full sun,
as the grass evaporate.
A good precaution to avoid catching wet and/or UV is to use quickpack after
rigging up, when you have to wait in start line.
Always dry glider thoroughly before any packing or storage. To avoid
excessive paraglider cloth wear, do not pack it too tight.
While drying, never expose your paraglider to direct sunlight.
Please note that frequent playing with your paraglider on a field or a small hill
will deteriorate it quickly due to its repeated rising, falling down and dragging
around.
CLEANING
Clean the paraglider with water and a soft sponge. Do not use any chemicals
or spirits for cleaning, as these can permanently damage the cloth.
REPAIRS
Repairs should be carried out exclusively by the manufacturer, authorised
distributor or authorised workshop. It is acceptable to fix minor cloth damages
with self-adhesive patches included in the package.
INSPECTIONS
Full inspection is recommended every 12 months, if not advised otherwise by
the inspecting person (according to current paraglider condition).
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