INSPECTIONS
Full inspection is recommended every 24 months, or 150 flight hours
(depending on what comes first) if not advised otherwise by the inspecting
person due to current paraglider condition.
Paragliders in commercial use (training and tandem flights) should be undergoing
Full Inspection every 12 months (excluding first 24-month period after purchase).
Technical inspection is carried out by the manufacturer or authorised person.
DETERIORATION: A FEW TIPS!
Orca XX is mainly made of NYLON, a cloth which, like any other synthetic
material, deteriorates through excessive UV rays. Hence it is recommended to
reduce UV exposure to a minimum by keeping the paraglider packed when not in
use. Even when packed in the bag, it should not remain in the sun for long.
Orca XX lines consist of Technora inner core with polyester sheath. Putting them
to excessive loads in flight should be avoided, as it can cause irreversible
damage.
Keep the paraglider clean, since getting the dust in lines and cloth will reduce
their durability.
Be careful to keep snow, sand or stones away from entering the cell openings:
their weight can slow down or even stall the glider, and sharp edges can damage
the cloth!
Prevent lines from catching anything as they can get overstretched or torn. Do
not step on the lines.
Uncontrolled strong wind takeoffs or landings can result in the leading edge of
the canopy hitting the ground with lots of energy, which may heavily damage the
ribs and surface material.
Knots can chafe the suspension and/or brake lines.
Check line lengths after tree or water landings, as they can stretch or shrink. The
lines should be measured with specialized equipment at the manufacturer or
authorised workshop.
After landing in water you should check the cloth as well, since the wave forces
can cause the canopy fabric to distort in specific areas.
When taking the wing out of water, always do this by the trailing edge, so that
water can flow out freely. After landing at sea rinse the paraglider with fresh
water. Since salt crystals can weaken the suspension lines even after rinsing in
fresh water, you should replace them with new ones immediately after contact
with salty water.
Every second year Orca XX should undergo inspection by the
manufacturer or authorised distributor (note that not all dealers are
equipped to do that).
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