Storage & Care - BGD Tala Manuel D'utilisation

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Chapter VI
Storage & Servicing
Packing
a) Select a suitable flat area that is out of the wind if possible
b) Arrange the canopy with the underside facing upwards and the harness at the trailing edge. All the lines
should be laying on the canopy. At this stage you may wish remove your harness.
c) Roll up the canopy in sections from each tip inwards.
d) Then starting from the harness at the trailing edge, roll up the canopy squeezing out all the air at the
same time.
e) The rolled canopy will now fit neatly into its bag.
Storage & Care
a) If you have to pack away your canopy wet, do not leave it for more than a few hours in that condition. As
soon as possible dry out the canopy. Do not use direct heat sources to dry canopy as it is inflammable.
b) Always store the canopy in a dry warm place. Ideally this should be in the temperature range of 5 to 3
degrees centigrade.
c) Never let your canopy freeze, particularly if is damp.
d) The TALA is made from high quality nylon, which is treated against weakening from Ultra Violet radiation.
However it is always wise to minimize the exposure to U.V. radiation as this weakens the fabric of the
canopy, and long exposure to harsh sunlight can severely compromise the safety of your canopy.
Therefore once you have finished flying put away your canopy. Do not leave it laying in strong sunshine
unnecessarily. If you are concerned about any aspect of the integrity of your paraglider please contact
your nearest BGD dealer or talk to BGD direct.
e) Do not treat your canopy with chemical cleaners or solvents. If you must wash your chute use warm
water and a little soap. If your canopy gets wet in sea water, wash it with warm water and carefully dry it.
f) Small tears in the top or bottom surface (not normally the ribs) of a canopy can be repaired with a patch
of self-adhesive ripstop nylon. Tears no longer than 100 mm can be repaired in this way providing they
are not in a high stress area. If you have any doubt about the airworthiness of your canopy please
contact your dealer or BGD directly.
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