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IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to perform 
repairs unless you have the knowledge, 
experience, materials and tools needed 
to do the job properly.

condition by packing your glider concertina style.

Pack your glider so that the plastic rods lie as flat as possible on each another and there is no 

unnecessary bending or twisting of the rods. Fasten any straps or bands by pulling gently—do not 
overtighten. We recommend the use of the GIN concertina bag. Please ask your dealer for details 
or refer to our website.

Cleaning

Remove sand, dirt or small stones from inside the canopy. Use only lukewarm water and a 

sponge or soft cloth to clean your glider. Leave your glider to dry naturally in a well-ventilated 
area out of direct sunlight. Never use abrasive materials, solvents or detergents.

Storage

Always make sure your glider is completely dry before storage. Do not store your glider for a 

prolonged period if it is sandy, salty or if other objects have entered the cells. Store your glider 
in a dry place out of direct heat and away from chemicals or small animals. If you intend to store 
your glider for a long period, we recommend storing it loosely.

Inspections and repairs

The canopy, lines, risers and connections must be inspected before every flight for correct 

function and any signs of damage. If, at any time, your glider shows unusual changes in flying 
behaviour, have it checked by a qualified professional.

Small holes in the sail, which do not affect a seam, can be repaired with the sticky backed 

ripstop tape provided with your glider. Plastic rods can also be replaced by sliding the rod out of 
its pocket and inserting the replacement rod.

Summary of Contents for Carrera +

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Page 2: ...pilot manual v1 0 27 03 2015...

Page 3: ...Photo J Maupoint...

Page 4: ...ing 6 About Gin Gliders 7 Introducing the Carrera 8 Before you fly 9 Flying the Carrera 12 Care and maintenance 24 Final words 28 Technical specification 29 Line plan 30 Riser diagram 31 Materials 32...

Page 5: ...mance and maintenance information Read it before your first flight keep it for reference and please pass it on to the new owner if you ever re sell your paraglider Any updates to this manual or releva...

Page 6: ...nderstand consult with your local dealer as a first point of contact with the GIN importer in your country or with Gin Gliders directly Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condit...

Page 7: ...At our purpose built R D workshop at head office in Korea we are able to design manufacture test fly and modify prototypes all in a matter of hours Our international R D team is on hand both in Korea...

Page 8: ...logy our numerical method of calculating the best possible airfoil parameters for any given profile EPT has led to improvements in inflation re inflation behaviour searching behaviour low speed handli...

Page 9: ...as changing the risers or altering the line lengths This would invalidate the certification and is potentially dangerous Brake lines GIN test pilots have carefully tuned the brake line lengths during...

Page 10: ...tant for your comfort and safety to fly with a suitable harness that is properly adjusted When choosing a harness remember that the height of the attachment points i e distance from the carabiners to...

Page 11: ...range Flight behaviour becomes more straightforward and many pilots fly with this wing loading because they find it easier to centre in thermals especially weaker and wider thermals If these features...

Page 12: ...cted weather conditions of the day Is your equipment and choice of site suitable for your level of experience Do you have a suitable helmet gloves boots eyewear and adequate clothing Are you carrying...

Page 13: ...mage Are the maillons connecting the lines and risers closed and secured Are your carabiners in good condition Are the risers in good condition Is your harness in good condition Is your speed system c...

Page 14: ...and hands at the level of the shoulders The Carrera will inflate easily there is no need to aggressively pull or push the risers As the glider comes above your head make sure that the canopy is corre...

Page 15: ...ng your legs forward ready to make contact with the ground Make your final approach as straight as possible Fly at around trim speed keep just enough tension on the brakes to keep contact with the win...

Page 16: ...e brakes at a level between your eyes and your shoulders Use this speed for thermalling and ridge soaring Stall speed is approached by bringing your hands towards your hips Notice the decreased wind n...

Page 17: ...f the wing quickly apply the appropriate brake s to re gain pressure Release the brake promptly as soon as normal pressure is resumed If you miss the above timing and get a collapse be sure to first r...

Page 18: ...s can be significant and the manoeuvre is more technically demanding B stalls have little or no advantages compared to the other methods of descent and therefore are not recommended in normal situatio...

Page 19: ...dency to remain in a stable spiral dive under normal conditions In line with the latest certification requirements the Carrera will recover spontaneously after the inside brake is released from a spir...

Page 20: ...l your course with weightshift and a little outside brake The deflation should re inflate spontaneously If the deflation does not re inflate spontaneously apply brake on the closed side in a smooth pr...

Page 21: ...raglider or in the rain Doing so increases the risk of a deep parachutal stall If you do get caught out never use big ears Fly with the minimum of brake and head for the landing immediately Apply mode...

Page 22: ...ay have more significant consequences than collapses which may occur in the course of normal flight due to to turbulence etc Material stress During a safety training course avoid subjecting the materi...

Page 23: ...riate tow training and use a suitable harness attachment and release mechanism Always use an approved tow system and qualified tow operator Paramotoring Details of GIN wings suitable for motorized fli...

Page 24: ...let the leading edge crash to the ground This stresses the seams and can even cause the cell to explode Don t step on the lines or the canopy or allow others to do so Don t open your wing in strong wi...

Page 25: ...unlight Never use abrasive materials solvents or detergents Storage Always make sure your glider is completely dry before storage Do not store your glider for a prolonged period if it is sandy salty o...

Page 26: ...the fabric porosity tear resistance line strengths line lengths and a full visual check The full protocol is available on our website If you groundhandle frequently or fly in harsh conditions we reco...

Page 27: ...When visiting an area contact the local club for details of environmentally senstive areas and local restrictions When your paraglider eventually reaches the end of its useful life dispose of it with...

Page 28: ...vel of experience This happens if you lack fundamental understanding are incapable of assessing the risk or simply do not pay sufficient attention to your surroundings or your own state of mind To sta...

Page 29: ...e XS S M L XL Flat surface area m2 21 58 23 50 25 50 27 60 30 01 Aspect ratio 6 2 6 2 6 2 6 2 6 2 Cell number 59 59 59 59 59 Glider weight 4 9 5 1 5 6 5 9 6 3 Weight in flight kg 65 85 75 95 85 105 95...

Page 30: ...C11 C12 C13C14 C15 B16 B17 C20C21 C16 C17C18 C19 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 MidA1 MidA2 MidA3 MidA4 MidA5 MidA6 MidA7 L Mid A1 L Mid A2 MidB1 MidB2 MidB3 MidB4 L Mid B1 L Mid B2 MidB5 MidB6 MidB7 MidC1...

Page 31: ...31 Riser diagram...

Page 32: ...e Porcher Skytex 38 universal Ribs Porcher Skytex 9017 E29A Lines main middle upper Liros PPSL 120 200 Edelrid 8000 050 070 090 130 190 brake Liros PPSL275 Riser COUSIN Technora and Polyester 12mm Mai...

Page 33: ...33 Brake line knot diagram...

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