GIN Boomerang 10 - Manual (Page 30)

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particularly when it is warm. This can make the paraglider unsuitable for flying within a short
time.
A brand-new glider will often be compressed when delivered. This is solely for the initial
delivery and the glider should not be compressed in such a way again. Do not pack your glider
too tightly after use and, even though it is very comfortable, never sit on the backpack with the
glider inside.
If salt water gets on the glider, it should be rinsed immediately in fresh water (refer to the
section “Cleaning”).
Lines
The Boomerang 10 has various different high-quality and accurately manufactured lines which
have been selected according to the load and area of use. You should also protect the lines from
unnecessary UV light because, as with the fabric, UV light in particular will weaken the lines.
Dyneema lines, which are used in the area of the top brake lines, for example, are very
temperature-sensitive and can be permanently damaged at temperatures above 75° C. Therefore
your glider should never be stored in a hot car especially during summer.
Be careful that there is no abrasion caused to the coating on the lines by rubbing, particularly
when ground-training with crossed risers.
Do not walk on the lines after the glider has been spread out and watch out for spectators or
skiers who may inadvertently go over the lines.
When you are packing up the glider, be careful to avoid putting any unnecessary kinks in the
lines and use only the overhand knot or bowline knots described for the brake lines.
Rigid construction
Various forms of plastic rods are used in the Boomerang 10 (rigid construction), which create
the leading edge’s shape and the canopy’s stability. To ensure that the plastic rods keep their
shape, it is important that you pack the glider as described in the section “Packing the
paraglider”.
The plastic rods on the Boomerang 10 can all be replaced through small pockets. If you notice
that a plastic rod has been damaged or misshapen because of incorrect use, this can be replaced
by Gin Gliders or a Gin Gliders authorised workshop.
Cleaning
If you do have to clean the glider, use only lukewarm fresh water and a soft sponge. Use a weak
soap solution for stubborn stains, and then rinse it out carefully and thoroughly. Leave the
glider to dry in a place which is well-ventilated and in the shade.
Do not under any circumstances use chemicals, brushes, rough cloths, high-pressure cleaners or
steamers to clean the glider, as these can damage the fabric coating and weaken it. The glider
becomes porous and loses braking strength.
Do not under any circumstances put the glider in the washing machine. Even if washing powder
is not used, the glider would be badly damaged by the mechanical action of the machine. Do not
put the canopy into a swimming pool - chlorine will damage the fabric. If you have no choice but