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GAIA 2
5. MAINTENANCE &
CHECKS
5.1. Advice on Maintenance
The life of your paraglider depends largely on the care with
which you maintain and use it. To maximize the life span of your
wing, respect the following rules:
• Avoid dropping the canoppy on its top surface or on its
leading edge during inflation or landing.
• Don‘t drag it across the ground when moving it.
• Don‘t expose it unnecessarily to sunlight.
• Choose a folding technique that doesn‘t damage the
leading edge strips and that doesn‘t crease the internal
structure excessively. To maximize the life of your glider we
do not recommend the use of stuff sacks: the abrasion of
the material will decrease the life expectancy of the fabric –
in particular its internal structure.
• Always use the protective bag to avoid direct contact with
the harnesses and buckles, and unwanted frictions inside
the rucksack.
• Never store your paraglider when it is damp. If immersed in
sea water, rinse it thoroughly in fresh water. Do not use any
detergents.
• Dry your paraglider away from direct light in a dry and well-
aired place.
• Empty any foreign bodies from your paraglider regularly, for
example sand, stones or animal or vegetable matter which
may eventually decay. Twigs, sand, pebbles, etc... damage
tissue in successive folds, and organic debris of vegetable
or animal origin (insects) can promote mold growth.
5.2. Pre-delivery Control
The paraglider has undergone a series of tests during the
production process and consequent flight tests before delivery.
It is delivered with the same brake setting as used during
certification.
Periodic Checks & Repairs:
For safety reasons it is recommended that the paraglider be
checked at least once a year, or after 100 flights and anytime
there is a change in its behaviour. The check must be done
by the manufacturer or an authorized representative. Before
sending the paraglider for an inspection, contact your importer
or your dealer. Have your wing additionally checked if you notice
damages or a change in flight behaviour.
Fixing small rips
Small rips in the sail up to a length of 4 cm can be repaired with
adhesive sail tape. Keep an excess length of 3 cm on both ends
of the rip and apply the tape to both sides.
Spare parts
Your SKY wing consists of many high quality long-life
components. When replacing parts, (lines, risers, fabric
panels, etc.), only original parts may be used. In addition to the
continued airworthiness of your paraglider this is important for
your safety as well.
5.3. Guarantee
GAIA 2 is guaranteed for two years against any production fault
since the date of purchase.
The guarantee does not cover:
• Damage caused by misuse, by neglecting regular
maintenance, or if the glider is overloaded or misused.
• Damage caused by inappropriate landings.
6. DISPOSAL
Even the best products have a limited service life, and once
your glider reaches this point, it must be disposed of properly.
Please make sure your paraglider is disposed of in the correct
environmental manner or send it back to Sky Paragliders
for correct disposal. In case of any doubts regarding the
information in the manual, contact your SKY dealer.
Finally the call to practise our sport with respect for nature
and wildlife! Don't walk outside marked routes, don't leave any
waste, don't make needless noise and respect the sensitive
biological balance in the mountain eco system: especially in
the take off area!
If you have any questions regarding the information in this manual,
contact your SKY dealer.
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