Bolero 6 user manual
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because the �bres absorb water. Mould may form if the paraglider is stored wet and the �bres
may rot, particularly when it is warm. This can make the paraglider unsuitable for �ying within
a short time.
A brand-new glider will often be compressed when delivered. This is solely for the initial
delivery and the glider should not be compressed in such a way again. Do not pack your
glider too tightly after use and, even though it is very comfortable, never sit on the backpack
with the glider inside.
If salt water gets on the glider, it should be rinsed immediately in fresh water (refer to the
section “Cleaning”).
Lines
The Bolero 6 has various diퟍ�erent high-quality and accurately manufactured lines which have
been selected according to the load and area of use. You should also protect the lines from
unnecessary UV light because, as with the fabric, UV light in particular will weaken the lines.
Dyneema lines, which are used in the area of the top brake lines, for example, are very
temperature-sensitive and can be permanently damaged at temperatures above 75° C.
Therefore your glider should never be stored in a hot car especially during summer.
Be careful that there is no abrasion caused to the coating on the lines by rubbing,
particularly when ground-training with crossed risers.
Do not walk on the lines after the glider has been spread out and watch out for spectators
or skiers who may inadvertently go over the lines.
When you are packing up the glider, be careful to avoid putting any unnecessary kinks in
the lines and use only the overhand knot or bowline knots described for the brake lines.
Rigid construction
Various forms of plastic rods are used in the Bolero 6 (rigid construction), which help maintain
the shape of the leading edge and the stability of the canopy. To ensure that the plastic rods
keep their shape, it is important that you pack the glider as described in the section “Packing
the paraglider”.
The plastic rods on the Bolero 6 can all be replaced through small pockets. If you notice
that a plastic rod has been damaged or misshapen because of incorrect use, this can be
replaced by Gin Gliders or a Gin Gliders authorised workshop.
Cleaning
If you do have to clean the glider, use only lukewarm fresh water and a soft sponge. Use a
weak soap solution for stubborn stains, and then rinse it out carefully and thoroughly. Leave
the glider to dry in a place which is well-ventilated and in the shade.
Do not under any circumstances use chemicals, brushes, rough cloths, high-pressure
cleaners or steamers to clean the glider, as these can damage the fabric coating and weaken
it. The glider becomes porous and loses breaking strength.
Do not under any circumstances put the glider in the washing machine. Even if washing
powder is not used, the glider would be badly damaged by the mechanical action of the
machine. Do not put the canopy into a swimming pool - chlorine will damage the fabric. If you
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