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FLEXOR
yourself flying in unavoidable rain we strongly recommend
that you avoid any sudden movements or radical brake line
input, that you do not pull Big Ears or B-stall, and that you
steer clear of turbulence and avoid a deep flare on landing.
In both cases the pilot has two possible courses of action:
• If the full stall happens above 100 m it is strongly
recommended to initiate standard stall recovery assuming
the pilot is familiar with the process (i.e. a complete
execution of the full stall, stabilization of the wing and
progressive lifting of the hands to resume normal flight).
• If the full stall happens below 100 m or if the pilot is
unfamiliar with stall recovery the reserve parachute should
be deployed immediately
6.3. Brake line malfunction
If a brake line or pulley breaks it is possible to turn FLEXOR
using the tip steering controls. Alternatively, the D risers (rear
risers) may also be used to turn. In this case the movements
should be finely controlled as the deformation of the wing due
to the traction on the D risers is greater than that produced by
using the brakes.
Tip:
Practice this method of steering to be prepared before a
real brake failure!
7. MAINTENANCE
AND CHECKS
7.1. Advice on Maintenance
• Avoid dropping the canopy on its top surface or on its
leading edge during inflation or landing.
• Do not drag it across the ground when moving it.
• Do not expose it unnecessarily to sunlight.
• Choose a folding technique that doesn‘t damage the
leading edge strips and that doesn‘t crease the internal
structure excessively. To maximize the life of your glider we
do not recommend the use of stuff sacks: the abrasion of
the material will decrease the life expectancy of the fabric –
in particular its internal structure.
• Never store your paraglider when it is damp. If immersed in
sea water, rinse it thoroughly in fresh water. Do not use any
detergents.
• If you do most of your flying near the sea, where the air is
humid and salty, the wing may age faster. In this case we
suggest you have it checked more often than prescribed in
this manual.
• Empty any foreign bodies from your paraglider regularly, for
example sand, stones or animal or vegetable matter which
may eventually decay. Twigs, sand, pebbles, etc. damage
tissue in successive folds, and organic debris of vegetable
or animal origin (insects) can promote mould growth.
FLEXOR is fitted with debris release slots at the wing tips.
Debris can be shaken from the closed cells through to the
wing tip and the release slot opened to remove particles.
Check that you reseal the debris release slot when
completed.
7.2. Storage and transport
Store your loosely packed glider in a cool (10-25°C) and dry (<
70% humidity) place. Hot car boots or damp basements lead
to damaging of the cloth. A paraglider should always be dry
when packed, but this is particularly important after the last
flight of the season. But even a completely dry wing should
still be stored open in a dry, clean and dark place. If you do not
have room for such winter storage we recommend you open
all compression straps on the bag as much as possible and
leave the bag open so that air can circulate around the packed
canopy. Make sure no vermin make their sleeping quarters in
your wing, and keep it well distant from solvents and acids.
Petrol and other petrochemicals are especially abrasive for nylon
and will dissolve the cloth if allowed near. High temperatures in
combination with moisture are a particularly volatile mix that
will accelerate the hydrolysis process where the fibres and the
coating are decomposed.
7.3. Pre-delivery Control
The wing has undergone a series of tests during the production
process and consequent flight tests before the delivery. It is
delivered with a standard brake setting, the same as the one
used during the testing.
7.4. Periodic Checks & Repairs
For safety reasons, it is recommended that the paraglider be
checked every two years, or after 100 flights and anytime there
is a change in its behaviour. The check must be done by the
manufacturer or an authorized representative. Before sending
the paraglider for an inspection, contact your importer or your
dealer.
CAUTION:
Have your wing additionally checked if you notice
damages or a change in flight behaviour.
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