Nova XYON, Operator'S Manual

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Repair :
Repairs should only be carried out by the manufacturer, distributor or
authorised workshops.
Deterioration : a few tips !
The NOVA XYON 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 XYON are made of an inner core of Polyethylene
or Technora and an outer sheath of polyester. An overstretching 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.
Uncontrolled strong wind takeoffs or landings can result in the leading
edge of the canopy hitting the ground at high speed which may cause
rips in the profile and damage the material.
The brake line can chafe if badly tangled.
Check line length after tree or water landings. They can stretch or shrink
lines. Clean the paraglider with fresh water after contact with salt water.
Salt water crystal can weaken line strength, even after rinsing in fresh
water. Replace lines immediately after contact with salt water. Also
check canopy material after water landings, as waves can place uneven
forces and cause cloth to distort in specific areas. Always remove
gliders from the water by holding only the trailing edge.
A line plan is enclosed in this operators manual or may be requested
from the manufacturer or distributor