Harness Cleaning And Maintenance; Storage And Transport - SUPAIR ACRO4 Betriebshandbuch

Harness User's Manual | ACRO4

Harness cleaning and maintenance

It is a good idea to clean your harness from time to time. We recommend using a brush and soft solvents only ( soap or mild cleaning agents ). Rinse
thoroughly. Never use aggressive chemicals such as strong solvents which could be harmful to the harness's fabric, webbings, stitching and weaken
its integrity.
The zip fasteners should be lubricated from time to time, using a silicon spray.
If you regularly use your harness in a dusty environment ( dirt, sand, etc... ), we advise you to regularly check and maintain your carabiners and
buckles : clean them with a mild detergent, then blow dry them fully but DO NOT LUBRICATE !
Prior to using them, conduct a thorough carabiners and buckles checkup to insure their full functionality.
If you use your harness in a marine/sandy/salty environment, pay particular attention to your gear and follow a rigorous care/maintenance routine.
If your dorsal foam protector is more than 5 years old or has been subjected to 2 significant shocks, replace it by a new identical model.

Storage and transport

When not in use, your harness should be stored inside your paragliding backpack, in a dry, cool and clean place, protected from UV exposure. If your
harness is wet, please dry it thoroughly before storing.
For transport, protect the harness from any mechanical or UV deterioration (use a bag). Please avoid long transports in wet conditions.
Life span
Once every two (2) years, a thorough harness inspection must be conducted :
• Webbing wear and tear (no excessive wear, no rip beginning, no unwanted folds)
• Buckles and carabiners ( functionality, wear and tear ).
• BUMPAIR dorsal protector damage after substantial impact(s). It must be replaced by a new one after three (3) substantial impacts or
three (3) years of use ( whichever comes first ).
The threads and fabric used for the manufacturing of the ACRO4 were specifically selected for their quality and resilience levels. However,
in particular instances such as long term UV exposure, abrasion, contact with damaging chemicals, general wear and tear, the harness will
need to be inspected at a professional certified repair facility. Safety comes first!
The self-locking carabiners are NEVER to be used for any activities other than paragliding.
Supair advice to replace the carabiners every 5 years or after 500 hours of use.
Independently of the pre-flight check-out, you have to open and unfold your rescue parachute once every year.
Care
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