S.E.A. Paragliders FireStarter Pilot's Manual page 7

Aerobatics
Paraglider FireStarter is intended primarily for soaring and cross country flights, so it is strongly
advised not to perform acrobatic maneuvers in order to avoid getting into dangerous flight
situations.
Towing
FireStarter paraglider allows you to fly with the use of various types of winches. Before flying,
make sure that your equipment meets the safety requirements for towing.
Always remember that during towing paraglider can react differently to pilot control actions.
When towing, it is necessary to control the wing with less brake effects than normal flight to
avoid dangerous flight situations.
Motorized flight
We at S.E.A. Paragliders strongly recommend do not use the FireStarter for paramotor flying.
3. Care, storage and repair
General rules
- put the wing in a bag or backpack as carefully as possible;
- do not pack the wing with foreign objects and debris inside;
- gently fold up the nose stiffeners of the paraglider, avoiding their crease, use the method of
"lathering" or cover-contraceptina when laying;
- do not leave the paraglider in the sun for a long time;
- do not leave equipment in a closed car under the sun;
- do not drag the wing on the surface of the earth;
- avoid contact of the paraglider with hot objects and open fire;
- avoid wetting the paraglider;
- do not walk in the shoes on the canopy and the lines of the paraglider;
- do not start in a strong wind before the complete unleashing of possible nodes on the lines;
- do not put heavy objects on the packed wing and do not sit on it;
- in case of contamination - never wash the wing using chemicals, only wipe it with a slightly
wet soft sponge;
- do not store the paraglider in a wet, not ventilated room;
- after getting soaked in sea water, immediately rinse the wing outside and inside in plenty of
fresh water (for example, in a car wash), only then dry it in the shade in the wind;
Wing inspection and repair
The manufacturer strongly recommends to check the paraglider before each take-off - canopy,
lines, installation of soft links, risers.
It is recommended to make a qualified check of the paraglider every 100 hours of flight or a
year.
In case of glider damage small holes in surfaces and ribs (which are not bigger than 2 cm and not
affect the seams) can be repaired by sticky ripstop.
Damaged lines can be replaced by repair kit from manufacturer. Strongly recommended to do
check inflation test after lines replacement.
For more complex repair ask the manufacturer. Your glider consists of many high-quality long-
life components. When replacing parts (fabric, lines, risers..), only original parts may be used
Wing recycling
At the end of service life the paraglider must be disposed properly. Please, send it back to
manufacturer for correct disposal.
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