Maintenance & Checks; Advice On Maintenance; Storage And Transport; Checkups - SKY PARAGLIDERS ZORRO Serie Manuel

7 . MAINTENANCE &
CHECKS
7.1 Advice on Maintenance
• Avoid dropping the canopy on its top surface or on its
leading edge during inflation or landing.
• Do not drag it across the ground when moving it.
• Do not expose it unnecessarily to sunlight.
• Choose a folding technique that doesn't damage the
leading edge strips and that doesn't crease the internal
structure excessively. To maximize the life of your glider we
do not recommend the use of stuff sacks: the abrasion of
the material will decrease the life expectancy of the fabric –
in particular its internal structure.
• Never store your paraglider when it is damp. If immersed in
sea water, rinse it thoroughly in fresh water. Do not use any
detergents.
• If you do most of your flying near the sea, where the air is
humid and salty, the wing may age faster. In this case we
suggest you have it checked more often than prescribed in
this manual.
• Empty any foreign bodies from your paraglider regularly, for
example sand, stones or animal or vegetable matter which
may eventually decay. Twigs, sand, pebbles, etc. damage
tissue in successive folds, and organic debris of vegeta-
ble or animal origin (insects) can promote mould growth.
ZORRO is fitted with debris release slots at the wing tips.
Debris can be shaken from the closed cells through to the
wing tip and the release slot opened to remove parti-
cles. Check that you reseal the debris release slot when
completed.

7.2 Storage and transport

Store your loosely packed glider in a cool (10-25°C) and dry (<
70% humidity) place. Hot car boots or damp basements lead
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to damaging of the cloth. A paraglider should always be dry
when packed, but this is particularly important after the last
flight of the season. But even a completely dry wing should
still be stored open in a dry, clean and dark place. If you do not
have room for such winter storage we recommend you open
all compression straps on the bag as much as possible and
leave the bag open so that air can circulate around the packed
canopy. Make sure no vermin make their sleeping quarters in
your wing, and keep it well distant from solvents and acids.
Petrol and other petrochemicals are especially abrasive for ny-
lon and will dissolve the cloth if allowed near. High temperatures
in combination with moisture are a particularly volatile mix that
will accelerate the hydrolysis process where the fibres and the
coating are decomposed.

7.3 Checkups

The wing has undergone a series of tests during the production
process and consequent flight tests before the delivery. It is
delivered with a standard brake setting, the same as the one
used during the testing.
7.4 Periodic Checks & Repairs
For safety reasons it is recommended that the wing be checked
at least once a year, or after 100 flights, whichever is sooner
and anytime there is a noticeable change in its behaviour. The
check must be done by the manufacturer or an authorized rep-
resentative. Before sending the paraglider for an inspection,
contact your importer or your dealer.
CAUTION: Have your wing additionally checked if you notice
damages or a change in flight behaviour.

7.5 Spare parts

Your SKY wing consists of many high quality long-life compo-
nents. When replacing parts, (lines, risers, fabric panels, etc.),
only original parts may be used. In addition to the continued
airworthiness of your paraglider this is important for your safety
as well.
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8. GUARANTEE

ZORRO is guaranteed for two years against any production
fault since the date of purchase. The guarantee does not cover:
• Damage caused by misuse, by neglecting the regular
maintenance, or if the glider is overloaded or misused.
• Damage caused by inappropriate landings.

9. DISPOSAL

Even the best products have a limited service life, and once
your glider reaches this point, it must be disposed of properly.
Please make sure your paraglider is disposed of in the correct
environmental manner or send it back to Sky Paragliders for
correct disposal. In case of any doubts regarding the informa-
tion in the manual, contact your SKY dealer.
Sky Paragliders a.s.
Okružní 39, 739 11 Frýdlant nad Ostravicí, Czech Republic
Tel.: +420 558 676 088, info@sky-cz.com,
www.sky-cz.com