U-Turn AIRWOLF LTF2, Handbook

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Motorised Paragliding
The U-Turn AIRWOLF is well suitable for motorized operation due to ist outstanding takeoff performance,
its wide weight range and its easy handling. Please note that a separate approval is neccessary for
the glider / motor-combination. If you intend to operate the AIRWOLF motorized, please contact the
motor manufacturer, U-Turn and the DULV (Deutscher Ultraleichtfl ug Verband) for offi
cial approval.
Use only approved motor / glider combinations and adhere to theaeronautical regulations as well as
the training requirements.
Maintenance and Care
Because U-Turn only uses high quality materials, your AIRWOLF will be airworthy for many years if you
take good care. The aging of your AIRWOLF depends on the total fl ying time, the conditions you fl y in,
the amount of UV radiation it is exposed to and the intensity and quality of care.
A couple of tips for mainenance and care:
Long lasting exposure to UV radiation and normal use stress the material.
• Don’t expose your glider to the sun when there is no need to.
• Consider the choice of terrain where you lay out the glider for takeoff .
• Assymetrical and changing folding patterns prolong the lifetime of the material especially in the
middle section.
Please take following points into consideration:
• regular checks for damage
• no unneccessary bending
• after an overstress (treelanding, waterlanding and extreme situations), a line-inspection is man
datory, in many cases a replacement of the lines will be approbriate
• in case of changing infl ight handling characteristics, the lines have to be checked for their correct length
• don’t tie the brakelines on the grips if not needed, it weakens the lines
To clean the canopy use warm water and a soft sponge.
If you use a detergent for hard stains, make sure that you rinse intensively afterwards. Never apply any
chemicals for cleaning, they weaken the material and damage the coating. Store your glider at a dry
and dark location away from any chemicals. After two years or 300 fl ighthours, whichever occurs fi rst,
your U-Turn AIRWOLF has to be inspected by the manufacturer, in case of extreme use we are glad to
do that earlier. Only you know about the conditon of your glider. Should there be a need for any repairs
they are to be done by the manufacturer.
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