Deterioration: A Few Tips - Nova Radon XS Betriebshandbuch

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Deterioration: a few tips!

The NOVA RADON is mainly made of NYLON, cloth which, like any synthetic
material, deteriorates through excessive exposure to UV. Hence, it is recom-
mended to reduce UV exposure to a minimum by keeping the paraglider packed
away when not in use. Even when packed in the bag do not leave in the sun.
The lines of the NOVA RADON are made of an inner core of Polyethylene and an
outer sheath of Polyester. Any over stretching of lines apart from the strain im-
posed during normal flight, should be avoided as over stretching is irreversible.
Ensure that the lines are not folded tightly. It's extremely important to avoid any
sharp bending of the lines, especially the main lines.
Prevent lines from catching on anything as they may be over stretched.
Do not step onto the lines.
ATTENTION: THE RADON IS EQUIPPED WITH UNCOVERED COMPETITION
LINES IN THE UPPER AND MIDDLE CASCADES. THESE LINES NEED
SPECIAL ATTENTION. A YEARLY LINES CHECK IS REQUIRED!
The brake line can chafe badly if tangled with another line.
Uncontrolled strong wind takeoffs or landings can result in the leading edge of the
canopy hitting the ground at high speed which may cause rips in the profile and
damage the rib material.
Keep the canopy and lines clean as dirt may penetrate into the fibre and shorten
the lines or damage the cloth.
Check line length after tree or water landings. They can stretch or shrink lines.
Clean the paraglider with fresh water after contact with salt water. Salt water crystal
can weaken line strength, even after rinsing in fresh water. Replace lines immedi-
ately after contact with salt water. Also check canopy material after water landings,
as waves can place uneven forces and cause cloth to distort in specific areas.
Always remove gliders from the water by holding only the trailing edge.
A line plan is enclosed in this operators manual or may be requested from the
manufacturer or importer.
Be careful, not to allow snow, sand or stones to enter inside the canopy's cells: the
weight can brake, or even stall the glider, as well as the sharp edges can destroy
the cloth!
Never drag the wing over rough ground! This will damage the cloth on the wear
points. When preparing the wing on a takeoff with rough ground, don't pull the
wing over it (i.e. by pulling the brakes). Please try to pack the wing on soft ground.