Maintenance & Checks; Maintenance Tips; Periodic Inspections - Flow Paragliders Cosmos User Manual

MAINTENANCE & CHECKS
The Flow Cosmos is a robust piece of equipment but as any flying aircraft it should be technically periodically checked to ensure proper
airworthiness.

Maintenance Tips

The life of your paraglider therefore depends largely on the care which you maintain and use it. To maximize life span of your wing, respect the
following rules:
• Avoid dropping the canopy on its top surface or on its leading edge during inflation or landing.
• Avoid dragging it across the ground when moving it.
• Don't expose it unnecessarily to sunlight.
• Choose a packing technique that doesn't damage the plastic rods and that doesn't crease the internal structure excessively.
Always use the protective bag to avoid direct contact with the harnesses and buckles of any friction between the blade and the rucksack.
Never store your paraglider when it is damp.
If immersed in sea water rinse immediately with fresh water. Do not use any detergents. Dry your paraglider away from direct light in a dry and
well-aired place.
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 vegetable or animal origin (insects) can promote mould growth.

Periodic Inspections

The paraglider 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 same to the one used during the testing. Periodic Checks & Repairs: for safety reasons, it is recommended that the
paraglider is checked at least once a year, or after 100 hours and anytime there is a change in its behaviour. However, if you are a frequent flyer
(more than 100 hrs per year), then we recommend that you get your glider every 100 hours. The checker should inform you about the condition
of your glider and if some parts will need to be checked or changed before the next normal service check period.
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