DETERIORATION RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR A LONG LIFE
-The Harness fabric is made mainly out of polyamida and high tenacy
polyester, which like any other synthetic material is sensitive to UV light
radiation, causing it todecompose, losing its mechanical resistance, and
thus increasing its porosity. For this reason, the unnecessary exposure
to sun light, which carries a high UV radiation level in high altitudes must
be avoided;
-It is highly recommended to leave the harness stored away and well
protected when its not being used;
-The canopy must be opened only on a clean surface area, since dirty can
penetrate in the canopy's fiber or spoiling the fabric;
-After a tree or water landing, the harness must be checked and tested.
In case of salt-water contact, the paraglider must be soaked and washed
-The harness must be brought in for inspection by the manufacturer or
distributor once a year;
-Always check your equipment after an incident or in case the canopy
has been stored for a long time.
with fresh water. Salt water might decrease the lines' resistance even if
soaked with fresh water. The lines must be changed after contact with
salt water. Never dry the paraglider directly under the sun. This must be
done in a shaded area;
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Pulleys, Carabiners and auto Buckles
Make sure not to overspill lubricant on the sewn material.
It is very important to maintain all pulleys, Carabiners, Auto Buckels well
lubricated, as this will keep from stressing the speed system lines and axel.
Apply wax or lubricant spray. Read about lubricants, so you can avoid
stains and fabric deterioration.
Use water and neutral soap to clean your
SOL Harness,
avoiding scrubbing
over the sewn areas.
Cleaning:
WATER LANDING
Usually safety courses are taught over water, or a poorly calculated landing
may force you to land in the water. In this event, you must be careful since
the protector at the first moment will act as a floating device, therefore
forcing your head into the water and you could be in danger of drowning.
The foam, already saturated with water will get heavy and may naturally sink.
After a water landing you must take the column protector off, seat board,
reserve parachute, all lateral protectors and let them all dry under shade in
a breezy area.
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