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Visual Control of the Risers and Lines
Check the risers, the trimmers, the stitching at each line loop, the brake lines,
all seams and line contact points. Each line must be measured and inspected
for kinks.
Strength test of the lines
One complete A-and B- line must be removed, measured and submitted to a
strength test. The measured value of each individual line must be noted in the
inspection protocol. The minimum of the lines strength are 125% of the
normative guidelines.
Measurement of the lines
Measure every single line while stressing it with defined tractive force (5daN).
Compare with the line plan. The lines must be measured between fixing point
on the line lock and fixing point on the line loop.
The results are recorded in the inspection protocol and are to be evaluated
according to the internal guidelines of the workshop.
Assessment
The measurements of all procedures are noted in the inspection protocol.
When all facts have been recorded, the technician must make a general
assessment.
Check the backpack for damage to the zips, seams and straps and repair if
necessary with a sewing machine.
General Remarks
Any other repairs, corrections etc. to the general condition of the paraglider
must be evaluated. A copy of the results of each inspection must be sent on to
ICARO paragliders.
The technician must report any unusual faults to ICARO paragliders within
3 days.
Inspection Reference
Only an authorized technician who has been trained by ICARO paragliders is
authorized to sign and date the glider type label and sign the manual.
Total line lenghts
Linelock
Line loop
