Cleaning and storage
Specific design of the Run&Fly may require a bit different packing
than the classic double-skin canopies. It should be packed like that
and properly stored specifically to retain its special traits.
Basic rules to be followed when folding the canopy:
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Fold it accordion-wise rib to rib. Do not fold it by halves,
placing the stabilizers at the centerline.
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After creating the package we fold it twice on the longest
chord, folding both the leading and trailing edge towards the
middle.
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Neatly roll both ends of the package so that they will meet in
the middle, already rolled.
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Optionally pack the wing into a dedicated transport bag.
Never pack or store the glider when wet, as it significantly shortens
life of the fabric. Remember that wing gets wet even when laying
on a green grass in full sun, as the grass transpires.
Caution: Locking a wet paraglider in a car exposed to sun
is absolutely unacceptable! Hot car interior acts like an
oven and as tests have shown that color
bleeding/transfer can happen even at 50 Celsius grade.
The warranty does not cover such damages!
While drying, never expose your paraglider to direct sunlight
operation. Store the paraglider in a dry place, away from chemicals
and UV exposure. Ideal storage temperature for the paragliders is 5
to 25 Celsius.
Cleaning
Clean the paraglider with water and a soft sponge. Do not use any
chemicals or alcohol, as these can permanently damage the fabric.
Deterioration - a few tips
The paraglider is made mainly of Nylon - a fabric which, like any
other synthetic material, deteriorates through excessive exposure to
UV rays that come with the sunlight.
Hence it is recommended to reduce UV exposure to a minimum by
keeping the paraglider packed away when not in use. Even when
packed in a bag, it should not remain in the sun for long.
Suspension lines in this paraglider consist of Technora inner core.
Submitting them to excessive bending and loading in flight should
be avoided, as it can cause irreversible damage.
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