Maintenance And Checks; Maintenance Advice - Sky METIS 3 42 Benutzerhandbuch

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MAINTENANCE & CHECKS

1) Maintenance Advice

The life of your paraglider depends largely on the care with which you
maintain and use it.
 Avoid dropping it on its top surface or on its leading edge during ground
handling, inflation or landing.
 Do not drag it across the ground when moving it.
 Do not expose it unnecessarily to daylight (especially in bright sunshine).
 Choose a folding technique that does not damage the leading edge
stiffeners or excessively crease the internal structure. To maximize the life
of your glider we do not recommend the use of stuff sacks (quick packs):
the abrasion of the material can decrease the life expectancy of the fabric
– in particular its internal structure.
 Always use the protective bag supplied to avoid direct contact with
the harness and buckles or any abrasion between the wing and the carry
rucksack.
 Never store your paraglider when it is damp. If immersed in seawater rinse
thoroughly in fresh water. Do not use any detergents.
 Dry your paraglider away from direct sunlight in a dry and well-ventilated
environment.
 Regularly empty any foreign bodies from your paraglider. e.g. sand,
stones, animal/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.
2) Control
Pre-delivery Control
The paraglider has undergone a series of tests during the production
process and subsequent flight tests before delivery. It is delivered with
the same brake setting as used during certification.
Periodic Checks & Repairs:
For safety reasons it is recommended that the paraglider be checked at
least once every 2 years or after 100 flights, or if you detect a change in its
behaviour.
The manufacturer or an authorized representative should perform this
check. Before sending the paraglider for an inspection contact your importer
or your dealer. Have your wing inspected if you notice damage or a change
in flight behaviour before sending the paraglider for an inspection contact
your importer or your dealer.
3) Guarantee
Your METIS is guaranteed for two years against any manufacturing defect,
from the date of purchase.
The guarantee does not cover:
 Damage caused by misuse, neglect of regular maintenance, or glider
overload.
 Damage caused by inappropriate landings.
If you have any questions regarding the information in this manual contact
your SKY dealer.
Sky Paragliders a.s.
Okružní 39, 739 11 Frýdlant nad Ostravicí, Czech Republic
Tel. 00420 558 676 088, info@sky-cz.com, www.sky-cz.com