01 Introduction; Manual; Special Text - Swing Discus Manual

01 Introduction

Manual

SWING requires you to familiarise yourself
with your new paraglider by reading this
Manual before your first flight. This will allow
you to acquaint yourself with its new
functions and learn the best way to fly the
paraglider in various situations. It will also
explain how to get the most out of your
paraglider.
Information in this Manual on design of the
paraglider, technical data and illustrations
are subject to change. We reserve the right
to make changes without prior notification.
Special text giving safety information is
identified in this Manual in accordance with
the ANSI Z535.6 standard.
The Manual complies with the airworthiness
requirements in LTF NFL II 91/09 and forms
part of the certification.
There are a total of three parts to the
Manual, which give the following
information:
1. Manual (this document):
Instructions on getting started and
using the paraglider
2. Maintenance and Service Book
(PDF/Download):
Technical data and inspection
information specific to the particular
glider
3. Inspection Information
(PDF/Download):
General instructions and guidance on
carrying out the regular inspection of
paragliders
© Swing Flugsportgeräte GmbH

Special text

DANGER
Sections of text headed "Danger"
indicate a situation where there is
imminent danger, which in all
probability will lead to death or
serious injury, if the instructions given
are not followed.
WARNING
Sections of text headed "Warning"
indicate a potentially dangerous
situation, which may lead to death or
serious injury, if the instructions are
not followed.
CAUTION
Sections of text headed "Caution"
indicate a potentially dangerous
situation, which may lead to minor or
slight injury, if the instructions are not
followed.

PLEASE NOTE
Sections of text headed "Please note"
indicate possible damage to property,
which may occur if the instructions are
not followed.

TIP
Sections of text headed "Tip" give
advice or tips which will make it easier
to use your paraglider.
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