LINDSTRAND Racer 56, Maintenance Manual

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4.2.2 Owner / operator Envelope Repairs
Any fabric damage to the lower two panels may be repaired by the owner / operator, provided
there is no damage to the vertical or horizontal load tapes or any control mechanism. The repair
must be made using approved fabric, thread and technique as outlined in Section 5.
Repairs to load tapes anywhere on the envelope must be undertaken by a qualified repairman or
facility.
4.2.3 Nomex Scoop and Nomex
Fabric damage to the Nomex panel may be repaired by the owner / operator, provided there is no
damage to the vertical or horizontal load tapes or any control mechanism. The repair must be
made using approved fabric, thread and technique. Repairs to load tapes anywhere on the
envelope must be undertaken by a qualified facility / person.
4.2.4 Red and White (Candy Stripe) Parachute or Solid Red FDS Deflation Line
There is excess deflation line stored in the large loop at the tied-off end in the envelope which
may be let out assuring the existing knot is duplicated. It is not permitted to shorten either line.
4.3 BASKETS
4.3.1
Cleaning, Storage and Re-Varnishing
Baskets should be stored in a cool, dry area.
Mud which has dried onto the basket can be removed using a garden hose. Padding can be
cleaned using a suitable suede or leather cleaner as appropriate. The cushion floor foam can be
cleaned using detergent and water.
Baskets may be re-varnished to renew the protective layer. Avoid varnishing over the rope
handles or suede / leather covering.
NOTE:
Avoid high pressure spray washers as they may damage the natural wicker and possibly
strip the natural protective outer layer off. To avoid trapping moisture, do not replace the
cushion floor and fuel tanks until the basket is completely dry.
4.3.2 Basket Upholstery
Damage to the suede or leather trim can be repaired by carefully unlacing the cord holding the
trim on to the basket and gluing or stitching a patch of replacement leather to the underside of the
damaged section. The size of the replacement patch should include a 15 mm (
5
/
8
") overlap
around the edges of the damaged section. After repair, replace the leather on the basket by
lacing it into place.