Dudek Snake, User Manual

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fold three to four times, from trailing edge towards the leading one.
3. The leading edge reamins on top of folded canopy.
Store the paraglider in a dry place, away from chemicals and UV exposure.
Never pack or store the glider when wet.
Remember that the wing becomes damp also while lying on green grass in
direct sunlight.
A good precaution to avoid dampness and/or UV when you have to wait in a
start queue is to use quick-pack after rigging up.
Always dry the glider thoroughly before packing and/or storage. Never pack
you paraglider too tightly.
While drying, never expose your paraglider to direct sunlight operation.
Please note that with frequent kiting/groundhandling exercises your paraglider
will deteriorate faster due to its repeated rising, falling and being dragged on
the ground.
4.2 CLEANING
Clean the paraglider with water and a soft sponge. Do not use any chemicals
or alcohol, as these can permanently damage the fabric.
4.3 REPAIRS
Repairs should only be carried out by the manufacturer, authorised distributor
or authorised workshop. It is acceptable to fix minor cloth damage with self-
adhesive patches included in the package.
4.4 DETERIORATION - A FEW TIPS
The paraglider is made mainly of nylon - a fabric which, like any other
synthetic material, deteriorates through excessive exposure to UV rays that
come with the sunlight.
Hence it is recommended to reduce UV exposure to a minimum by keeping
the paraglider packed away when not in use. Even when packed in a bag, it
should not remain in the sun for long.
Snake XX's suspension lines consist of Technora inner core and polyester
sheath. Submitting them to excessive loads in flight should be avoided, as it
can cause irreversible damage.
Keep the paraglider clean, since getting dust in the lines and fabric will reduce
their durability.
Be careful to keep snow, sand or stones from entering the cell openings: their
weight can slow or even stall the glider, while sharp edges can damage the
cloth.
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