Care And Maintenance - Advance Epsilon 4 Manuel D'utilisation

CARE & MAINTENANCE
Folding :
We recommend that the canopy be packed by folding cell to cell in order to lay the mylar
reinforcements of the leading edge flat and on top of each other.
Do not pack the canopy very tightly.
Maintenance advice :
The lifetime of the canopy can vary considerably depending upon the care that you take with its
use and maintenance. Other than ultra violet rays the principal causes of wear are transport and
storage.
• avoid violent shocks to the upper surface (eg. when the canopy falls to the ground whilst
groundhandling) or any rubbing against the ground as these wear the stitches and the coating.
• do not leave the canopy folded for several days if it is either damp or tightly packed.
• immediately remove any salt or sand that enters the cells, as this enters the stitches and
causes wear during each successive folding.
• only clean the canopy with soft water and a neutral soap. Allow the canopy to dry in a
place that is dry and airy but not in direct sunlight.
• remove the twigs and gravels that could have entered into the glider by opening the
velcros on the wing tips.
• following a crash or violent landing on the leading edge, always have the canopy checked
by your sales agent. The canopy should be checked in a similar fashion if you note a
deterioration of performance or behaviour.
• avoid moving your glider too quickly from a cold to a warm location without giving it some
air - water can condense on the glider as a result.
• Allow us to conduct a general check annually.
Longevity :
The longevity of your glider can be increased through proper maintenance. We suggest you
abide by the legal maintenance requirements or at least perform an annual check. Have your
glider checked regularly by an ADVANCE authorised service agent. Either way we suggest you
have your glider checked prior to on-selling it. This way you save any problems which may arise.
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