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Full Stall
Spin and full stall are both dangerous and somewhat unpredictable
exercises. Do not stall or spin your paraglider on purpose
.
To initiate a full stable stall, apply both brakes to maximum arm extension. The
pilot will swing back under the canopy and finally the canopy will stabilize to a full
stall. Once in a stable stall, the exercise can be completed. Release the brakes
just a little and let the glider fill until it regains shape. Then release the brakes fully
and your glider
will return to normal flight.
It is imperative that the pilot fully completes this exercise and holds on, as a
premature release while the glider is still falling back may cause the glider to
rapidly dive ahead past the pilot. There is a possibility of the pilot landing in
or entangling in the glider.
Care instructions, repairs, inspection
Care Instructions
Even with good care and maintenance, just like any item exposed to the
elements, your glider can wear out after a certain amount of use. This can
change flight behavior and safety. We recommend a regular safety inspection
of the canopy and all lines.
If you clean your glider it is best to use warm water and a soft sponge.
Store your glider in a dry and dark place, ideally between 5° and 30° Celsius
and humidity between 55 and 65%. Do not store it near chemicals or petrol.
If you will not fly for longer period, store the glider releasing all compression
straps and take it out of its backpack so that the fabric is not compressed,
creased or stretched.
Avoid storing your glider for days at a time in a hot car.
Unpack your paraglider shortly before launch and pack away immediately after
landing to avoid any unnecessary UV exposure.
When unfolding the paraglider insure that neither the canopy nor the lines
become too dirty. Dirt particles can damage the material and lines.
Never use chemical cleaning agents, brushes or hard sponges on the material,
as these destroy the coating and affect the strength. Also avoid dipping it in a
swimming pool; the chlorine will damage the cloth. The canopy will become
porous and will loose structural strength.
Never attempt to clean your paraglider in a washing machine. Even without
using detergents the simple mechanical abrasion will quickly finish the canopy
and render it useless.
If you are flying near the sea most the wing may age faster because the air is
humid and salty. In this case we suggest you have it checked more often than
prescribed in this manual.
If you must rinse or clean your glider do so with fresh water. Frequent cleaning
will accelerate the ageing process
.
If the glider has become wet, lay it out so that air can get to all areas of the
fabric.
After landings in trees or on water you should check the length of the lines.
