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Do not under any circumstances use chemicals, brushes, rough cloths, high-pressure
cleaners or steamers to clean the glider, as these can damage the fabric coating and
weaken it. The glider becomes porous and loses breaking strength.
Do not under any circumstances put the glider in the washing machine. Even if washing
powder is not used, the glider would be badly damaged by the mechanical action of the
machine. Do not put the canopy into a swimming pool - chlorine will damage the fabric. If
you have no choice but to rinse the glider, e.g. following a landing in the sea, gently wash
it down inside and out with fresh water. Frequent rinsing accelerates the aging process.
Maintenance
Type designation
GIN gliders have an exact identification on the underside of the wingtip or on the centre
rib, which is obligatory for all paragliders. The information required is set out in the
airworthiness requirements.
It is helpful to provide the type designation of the paraglider if you are contacting your
Gin Gliders dealer with any queries or ordering replacement parts or accessories, to
ensure accurate identification.
Inspection periods
Failure to observe the inspection periods shall render invalid the certification and
warranty. A properly completed logbook with details of all flying and training will help you
to comply with these periods.
A qualified professional should perform a formal maintenance inspection no later than
36 months after the first flight or after 150 hours (including ground handling), whichever
is sooner. Subsequent inspections should be carried out every 24 months or 150 hours,
whichever is sooner.
Ground handling time must be at least doubled when calculating the total hours of use
because of the increased wear and tear on the glider. If you ground handle frequently or
fly in harsh conditions, we recommend an annual check. It’s your responsibility as a pilot
to ensure that your wing is airworthy at all times.
Inspection must be made not only of the fabric, but also of the lines and all other parts
of the glider. The maintenance instructions, available on our homepage
www.gingliders.com, have to be observed.
A full inspection will give you peace of mind and extend your glider's lifetime. Additional
inspections should be performed by a qualified person following a crash or violent
landing on the leading edge, or if you note a deterioration of performance or behaviour.
You should also check for any damage to your lines, sail, risers and connectors before
each flight.
Validity of inspection
It is very important that your glider is serviced at the required intervals throughout its
entire life. In order to benefit from Gin Gliders warranty: