Care, Check & Repair; Care And Maintenance - Advance acoustic LIGHTNESS 3 Manual

Care, check & repair

Care and maintenance

Weight saving was a priority when it came to the choice of materials.
The harness was designed for high loadings, but not for extreme phy-
sical punishment. The lifespan depends very much on the care of the
user. We recommend that signs of wear or damaged seams and web-
bing are always investigated and, where necessary, individual com-
ponents of the harness be replaced. In particular, suspected defects
should be taken to an authorised service centre for rectification, wi-
thout delay.
Caution: Do not modify your harness, and never fly with a har-
ness that has any kind of damage to its webbing.
It is recommended that the harness is completely checked at least on-
ce a year: this must include the condition of the seams and webbing
parts, and the operation of the buckles. Don't forget the regular ai-
ring and repacking of your reserve parachute. If your reserve has been
thrown in an emergency your harness should also be checked by the
manufacturer or an authorised service centre.
Ultraviolet light, temperatures below -20°C and above +60°C, humidi-
ty, salt water, aggressive cleaning agents, unsuitable storage as well
as physical abuse (dragging over the ground) speed up the ageing
process.
The life of your harness can be greatly extended if you observe the fol-
lowing points:
§ Allow a wet or damp harness to dry completely at room temperature,
or outside in the shade. Always repack your reserve.
§ If your harness gets wet with sea water rinse it thoroughly in fresh
water. Always repack your reserve.
§ Only clean your harness with fresh water, and a little neutral soap if
necessary. Never use solvents.
§ Check the harness connection and reserve bridle after every reserve
deployment.
§ A qualified person must check the harness after any very high loa-
ding (e.g. heavy crash).
§ Regularly inspect the harness for damaged seams and webbing. In
particular check the harness/reserve connection and the seams ne-
ar the main carabiners.
§ Don't subject the harness to extremes of temperature and make su-
re it gets adequate ventilation, to prevent condensation forming.
§ Do not leave the harness in the sun (UV radiation) before and after
flying.
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