SKY PARAGLIDERS KEA 2 M, User Manual

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MAINTENANCE & CHECKS
1) Advice on Maintenance
KEA is a mountain wing made of an ultralight Skytex 27 fabric, that is sensitive
to mechanical abrasion. The life of your paraglider therefore depends largely
on the care with which you maintain and use it. To maximize life span of your
wing, respect following rules.
 Avoid dropping 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 technique that doesn‘t damage the stiffeners 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 of any friction between the blade and the rucksack.
 Never store your paraglider when it is damp. If immersed in sea water then
rinse 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.
2) Check Ups
The paraglider has undergone a series of tests during the production
process and consequent flight tests before the delivery. It is delivered with
a standard brake setting same to the one used during the testing.
Periodic Checks & Repairs:
Out of 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
3) Guarantee
KEA 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 the regular maintenance,
or if the glider is overloaded or misused.
 Damage caused by inappropriate landings.
In case of any doubts regarding the information in the manual contact your
SKY dealer.
Sky Paragliders a.s.
Okružní 39, 739 11 Frýdlant nad Ostravicí, Czech Republic
Tel. +420 558 676 088, info@sky-cz.com, www.sky-cz.com
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