Gin Nano 4, User Manual

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Nano 4 user manual
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36 months after the first flight or after 200 hours (including ground handling), whichever is
sooner. Subsequent inspections should be carried out every 24 months or 150 hours
(including ground handling), whichever is sooner.
Ground handling time must be at least doubled when calculating the total hours of use
because of the increased wear and tear on the glider. If you ground handle frequently or fly in
harsh conditions, we recommend an annual check. It is your responsibility as a pilot to ensure
that your wing is airworthy at all times.
For gliders used in training, an inspection must be carried out every 12 months from the date
of purchase.
A full inspection will give you peace of mind and extend your glider's lifetime. Additional
inspections should be performed by a qualified person following a crash or violent landing on
the leading edge, or if you note a deterioration of performance or behaviour.
Service and repair shops authorized by Gin gliders are in possession of the Gin Gliders
service instruction, which contains all the necessary procedures, equipment and additional
technical information about the Nano 4, such as single line lengths, sewing and further
material and processing guidelines.
Validity of inspection
It is very important that your glider is serviced at the required intervals throughout its entire
life. In order to benefit from Gin Gliders warranty:
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You must have your speedriding glider inspected by Gin Gliders or an inspection
agent authorised by Gin Gliders.
Ɣ The documentation and the result of the inspection must be clearly identifiable (date
and place / name of the inspector) and be entered near the glider
information/certification sticker.
Inspection by the pilot
Under § 14 para. 5 of the German Aeronautical Products Investigation Order (LuftGerPV), pilots
in Germany are able to carry out the inspections themselves or appoint a third party to do so
(e.g. manufacturer/importer), provided that the requirements are all fulfilled. However, if this is
done, the liability and warranty of Gin Gliders will lapse.
The DHV recommends that inspection is carried out by the manufacturer/importer or by an
authorised inspection agent .
Repairs
Gin Gliders workshops
All repairs and servicing should be carried out by a Gin Gliders authorised workshop or
directly by Gin Gliders. Gin Gliders workshops have trained staff, original Gin Gliders parts and
the necessary know-how, all of which will ensure top quality.
Major repairs at the Nano 4, such as replacing panels, should only be carried out by the
distributor or manufacturer.
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