Caring For Your Harness; Use; Towing; Maintenance - SKY PARAGLIDERS SKYLIGHTER 4 M Bedienungsanleitung

4. CARING FOR YOUR
SKYLIGHTER 4

4.1. Use

SKYLIGHTER 4 is made from high tech materials. However,
care and attention should be exercised when using to avoid
abnormal contact with abrasive surfaces. Carabiners require
special attention. If you have suspected any damage, replace
them immediately.
Pre-Flight Checks
PARAGLIDING IS AN EXTREMELY DEMANDING SPORT
REQUIRING THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF ATTENTION, JUDGMENT,
MATURITY, AND SELF-DISCIPLINE. EVEN SMALL DETAILS
SHOULD BE CAREFULLY CHECKED BEFORE FLYING.
• Connect the glider to the main hang point carabiners.
• Check the carabiners, and make sure that the twist lock
system closes them automatically.
• Check the harness buckles; they should lock automatically.
• Adjust the harness using a harness hanger or simulator.
When adjusting under the simulator you should familiarise
yourself with the harness and its parts. Test all adjust-
ments, study the position and use of the reserve handle.
• Check that the reserve handle and the pins are in the cor-
rect position
Take Off
Before flying it is extremely important to adjust the harness so
that you can easily assume a sitting position when airborne.
1) Put the harness onto the shoulders.
2) Fasten the leg/chest buckles.
3) If necessary, adjust the shoulder straps (the shoulder strap
adjustment depends on the size of the pilot; not too tight as
some free movement is required so that you can run easily).
5) Check that the lumbar straps are adjusted so as to enable
the preferred position in flight.
6) Check that the chest strap is pre-adjusted correctly.
7) Ensure that the leg/chest strap buckles are fastened co-
rrectly (closing the buckles incorrectly is a common cause of
accidents)
Landing
During the final approach, move from the sitting position to the
upright position. This should be done early enough to allow for
sudden loss of height on approach. There is a high risk of spinal
injury in the event of a seated landing. Under no circumstan-
ces become complacent about being equipped with effective
protection.
Safety Information
1. Flying over water (SIV)
Do not use any kind of air based protection (Bumpair, Cygnus-
type Airbag...) under any circumstances if there is a risk of lan-
ding in water. If you land in water using a bumpair, it's buoyancy
behind the pilot creates a high risk of the pilot's head being
pushed under the water. During SIV or flights over water, we
recommend the use of a lifejacket equipped with a collar which
will keep the pilot's head above water in the event of loss of
consciousness.
2. Landing
Never land in a seated position, it can result in a serious injury,
the protection is not intended to replace landing gear.

4.2. Towing

SKYLIGHTER 4 is suitable for towing. The tow bridles should
be attached to the main carabiners. If you have any doubts ask
a qualified towing instructor.
SKYLIGHTER 4
User manual / Handbuch

4.3. Maintenance

Maintenance Advice
• The harness should be checked regularly for signs of wear
and damage.
• The carabiners should be replaced every 5 years.
• These carabiners should never be used for anything other
than paragliding (not for climbing etc.).
• All repairs should be carried out by the manufacturer or by
qualified persons who have been authorized by the man-
ufacturer, and always using the original materials (thread,
webbing, buckles).
• The zip fasteners should be lubricated from time to time,
using a silicone spray.
The harness may be cleaned using mild soap and a soft brush.
If your harness gets wet, it is advisable to treat your automatic
buckles and carabineers with silicone grease. This may also be
done as a matter of course from time to time.
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