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STORAGE AND CHECK

With proper care the Silexx will remain airworthy for several years. Don´t forget. Your life
depends on it!

STORAGE

Store the glider loosely folded, dry , out of the sun and away from chemicals. Moisture is
an enemy, always store the glider dry, best indoors in a heated/air conditioned room.

CLEANING

Any cleaning will remove from the lifespan of the fabric, avoid cleaning of possible.
Use only a soft, wet cloth. No chemicals at all. 

REPAIR

Use only an approved repair facility.

AGING

UV Rays are the biggest enemy. Never leave the glider in the sun if you are not using it.

LINES

Do not overload individual lines as they may stretch. Do not kink the lines. Any damage
requires replacement of the affected line. Compare the lines before replacement for cor-
rect lenght and only use the proper line material from an approved repair facility Kite the
glider after line replacement to check for proper routing.

TIPS

Keep Glider and lines clean as dirt particles will cause damage. If ines snag on the ground
they can be damaged. Don’t step on the lines! Make sure no forein objects enter the glid-
er, like rocks, sand of snow as it may cause a stall.

Sharp objects will damage the fabric! During high winds if the canopy hits the ground it
can cause internal damage 

After landing avoid the glider hitting the ground with the leading edge as this can cause
damage. After tree and/or water landings the lines need to be checked. If the glider 
contacts salt water immediately rinse in fresh water. A line plan is attached or can be
obtained from your dealer.

Chapter 8

Storage and Check

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Summary of Contents for SilexX

Page 1: ...SILEXX MANUAL FRESH BREEZE...

Page 2: ...lways be available for any information you might need This manual includes tips for a safe enjoyment of our sport Your Fresh Breeze Team Markus M ller Michel Werner Dr Ing Stefan Wode Gesch ftsf hrer...

Page 3: ...3 Harness 09 Chapter 4 Flying 09 Chapter 5 Decent Maneuvers 13 Chapter 6 Aerobatics 14 Chapter 7 Materials 17 Chapter 8 Storage and Preflight Inspection 17 Chapter 9 Annual Inspection 19 Chapter 10 A...

Page 4: ...s easy handling and excellent performance The closed cells have Dacron Reinforcements for best Stability Dacron reinforcements at the attachment points spread the loads evenly The air enters the Silex...

Page 5: ...l brake lines are yellow while all other lines are blue There are 4 Risers per side The A lines are the most forward followed by the B Lines where the Stabilo Line is also attached The C lines follow...

Page 6: ...Risers The normal length of all Risers is 48 cm During accelaration the A Riser is shoertened by 16 cm The B Riser 11 cm and the C Riser 6 cm The D Risers stays the same SPEEDSYSTEM FITTING The accel...

Page 7: ...er rotation the left or right trimmer can be opened to achieve straight line flight under power Both trimmers can be opened for faster flight BRAKE LINE ROUTING FOR MOTORING During motor flight the Br...

Page 8: ...Page 8 Chapter 2 Speedsystem...

Page 9: ...er in a Horseshoe Shape so that the A lines tension first This is also known as the inverted V Layout All Lines must be clear Pay special attention to the brakelines Makes sure there are NO Lines over...

Page 10: ...o the ground Do not set the brake lines too short Never Fly accelerated in turbulent conditions Never Release the brake lines Should the glider collapse release the accelerator TOWING The Silex is ver...

Page 11: ...ty clinic B LINE STALL Both B Risers are being pulled down symetrically until the glider enters the stall To exit quickly release both B Risers at the same time If the glider horsehoes during the B Li...

Page 12: ...open the glider quickly The Silexx usually opens on its own PARACHUTAL STALL DEEP STALL There is no forward speed with a high sink rate During a slow exit from a B line stall parachutage may occur A p...

Page 13: ...ill spin easier WINGOVERS Alternating turns with high bank angles Caution Fullstall Spins and wing overs more than 90 degrees are considered dangerous aerobatics MATERIALS The Silexx is made from best...

Page 14: ...nt of the affected line Compare the lines before replacement for cor rect lenght and only use the proper line material from an approved repair facility Kite the glider after line replacement to check...

Page 15: ...Silexx is the result of high end development The glider will last many years if treated and cared for properly Respect and an appreciation of the potential dangers of personal flight are required for...

Page 16: ...Page 16 Chapter 11 Linechart and Certification...

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