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Maintenance, Repair and Care
Packing
Always pack your PI 2 rib on rib, so that the plastic rods at the leading
edge lie flat on each other at the same height . This will preserve the PI
2's long life . It will also maintain the fast and reliable inflating qualities
at takeoff .
The PI 2 comes with a COMPRESSBAG, which forms a compact and
space-saving package to pack in the PIPACK or a reversible
EASINESS harness . Space then remains for clothes and instruments
etc . .
Fold the PI 2 to the width of the COMPRESSBAG, slide it in and pull in
the drawstring . Then close the side zippers to press the air out of the
COMPRESSBAG and glider . The COMPRESSBAG replaces the familiar
inner bag .
To reduce wear at the wing centre you should randomly change the
lane which carries the final chordwise fold . Always store your wing in a
dry and dark place .
Care and maintenance
Ultraviolet light, heat, humidity, sea water, aggressive cleaning agents,
unsuitable storing and physical abuse ( dragging across the ground )
speed up the ageing process .
The life of a paraglider can be extended significantly by observing the
following advice:
§ Allow a wet or damp glider to dry by leaving it completely unpacked
at room temperature, or outside in the shade .
§ If the glider gets wet with salt ( sea ) water rinse it thoroughly with
fresh water .
§ Clean the glider only with fresh water, and a little neutral soap if nec-
essary . Do not use solvents under any circumstances .
§ If the glider has been subjected to increased stress ( such as a tree
landing ) have it examined by an expert .
§ Regularly remove sand, leaves, stones and snow from the cells .
Openings with Velcro closures are provided at the wing tips for this
purpose .
§ Do not leave the glider out in the sun unnecessarily before and after
flight ( UV light ) .
§ Do not subject the packed glider to excessive temperature
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