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Direct sunlight may damage the wing’s materials and cause premature
aging. After landing, do not leave the wing exposed to the sun. Pack it
properly and stow it away in its backpack.
If your wing is wet from contact with salt water, immerse it in fresh water
and dry it away from direct sunlight.
7.2 STORAGE
It is important for the wing to be correctly folded when stored. Keep it in
the in a cool, dry place away from solvents, fuels, oils.
Do not leave your gear inside a car boot, as cars left in the sun can
become very hot. A rucksack can reach temperatures up to 60ºC.
Weight should not be laid on top of the equipment.
It is very important to pack the wing correctly before storage.
In case of long-term storage it is advisable, if possible, that the wing is
not compressed and it should be stored loosely without direct contact
with the ground. Humidity and heating can have an adverse effect on the
equipment.
7.3 CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS
The HOOK 5 must be periodically serviced. An inspection must be
scheduled every 100 flying hours or every two years whichever comes
first (EN/LTF norm).
We strongly recommend that any repairs should be done in a specialist
repair shop by qualified personnel.
This will guarantee the airworthiness and continued certification of your
HOOK 5.
A thorough pre-flight check must be performed before every flight.
7.4 REPAIRS
In the case of small tears, you can temporarily repair these by using the
Ripstop tape included in the repair kit, as long as no stitching is required
to mend the fabric.
Any other tears or repairs should be done in a specialist repair shop by
qualified personnel.
Damaged lines must be repaired or exchanged immediately.
Please refer to the line plan at the end of this manual.
Any repair should be done in a specialist repair shop by qualified
personnel.
Niviuk cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by incorrect
repairs.
8. SAFETY AND RESPONSIBILITY
It is well known that free-flying with a paramotor or trike is considered a
high-risk sport, where safety depends on the person who is practicing it.
Incorrect use of this equipment may cause severe, life-changing injuries
to the pilot, or even death.
Manufacturers and dealers cannot be held responsible for your
decisions, actions or accidents that may result from participating in this
sport.
You must not use this equipment if you have not been properly trained
to use it. Do not take advice or accept any informal training from anyone
who is not properly qualified as a flight instructor
