Nova PHILOU, Operator'S Manual

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Looking after your Paraglider:
Looking after your canopy correctly will prolong the life of your NOVA
PHILOU.
Storage :
Store the paraglider in a dry space away from chemicals and UV light.
Cleaning :
Clean the paraglider only with water and a soft sponge. Do not use any
chemicals or spirits for cleaning, as these can permanently damage the
cloth.
Repair :
Repairs should only be carried out by the manufacturer, distributor or
authorised workshops.
Deterioration : a few tips !
The NOVA PHILOU is mainly made of NYLON, cloth which, like any
synthetic material, can deteriorate through excessive exposure to UV.
Hence, it is recommended to reduce UV exposure by keeping the
paraglider packed away when not in use.
The lines of the NOVA PHILOU are made of an inner core of
Polyethylen or Technora and an outer sheath of polyester. An over-
stretching of lines independent of the strain imposed during flight should
be avoided as overstretching is irreversible. Ensure that the lines are
not folded tightly.
Keep the canopy and lines clean as dirt may penetrate into the fibre and
shorten the lines or damage the cloth.
Be careful, not to allow snow, sand or stones to enter inside the
canopy´s cells : the weight can brake, or even stall the glider, as well as
sharp edges can destroy the cloth !
Prevent lines from catching on anything as they may be overstretched.
Do not step onto the lines.