ICARO paragliders CLOU User manual

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Version 1/ 2015©
This manual is copyrighted.
Partial reproduction is allowed only after prior approval by
ICARO paragliders, all other rights are reserved.

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Verification of Checks and repairs
CLOU
Serial number: ……………………….……………
First check by ICARO / date: ….…………………
………………………….
Name/ Stamp
Check (C)
Repair (R)
Which repair/ Check?
Check valid until?
Performed by/ date
Porosity value
Strength value of the lines
Estimated condition
optical:
technical:
Check (C)
Repair (R)
Which repair/ Check?
Check valid until?
Performed by/ date
Porosity value
Strength value of the lines
Estimated condition
optical:
technical:
Check (C)
Repair (R)
Which repair/ Check?
Check valid until?
Performed by/ date
Porosity value
Strength value of the lines
Estimated condition
optical:
technical:

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LIST OF CONTENTS
VERIFICATION OF CHECKS AND REPAIRS ....................................................................2
TO GET TO KNOW YOUR CLOU.......................................................................................6
FLYING WITH THE CLOU ..................................................................................................7
FLIGHT PREPARATION ............................................................................................................7
LAUNCH ................................................................................................................................8
ACTIVE FLYING ......................................................................................................................8
TURNING ...............................................................................................................................9
LANDING ...............................................................................................................................9
DESCENT TECHNIQUES ...................................................................................................9
BIG &SMALL EARS ................................................................................................................9
B-LINE-STALL......................................................................................................................10
SPIRAL DIVE ........................................................................................................................10
WINGOVER ..........................................................................................................................10
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN IT HAPPENS?..........................................................................10
KNOTS AND TANGLES...........................................................................................................10
DEEP /PARACHUTE STALL ...................................................................................................11
ASYMMETRIC COLLAPSE ......................................................................................................11
SYMMETRIC COLLAPSE ........................................................................................................11
EMERGENCY STEERING .......................................................................................................11
NEGATIVE SPIN ...................................................................................................................11
FRONT STALL ......................................................................................................................12
FULL STALL .........................................................................................................................12
CARE INSTRUCTIONS, REPAIRS, INSPECTION ...........................................................12
CARE INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................................12
REPAIRS..............................................................................................................................13
INSPECTION.........................................................................................................................13
TERMS OF THE GUARANTEE.........................................................................................14
ANNEX...............................................................................................................................16
GUARANTEE CARD ..............................................................................................................16
USER´S NEEDS FOR INSPECTIONS ........................................................................................16
INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................16

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Congratulations on buying your
CLOU
and welcome to the family
of ICARO - pilots!
Before you get to know your glider please read the
manual, there is important information inside.
Your CLOU is pattern tested as a normal glider in A1and therefore a “paraglider
with good passive safety and forgiving flight characteristics. It is relatively resistant
to abnormal flight conditions. It is appropriable for all pilots including pilots of all
training levels.” It also is tested for flying with motor drive.
The use of this paraglider is entirely at your own risk. It may be only used for those
purposes described in this manual.
It is strictly prohibited to fly the CLOU
•under the influence of drugs or alcohol,
•in insufficient experience or training of pilots,
•without guilty license,
•beyond the minimum and maximum recommended Take Off- Weight,
•with damaged glider, lines, risers or harness
•in the rain, in snow, in the clouds and fog and in turbulent weather
conditions,
•tandem- flying and
•Aerobatics.
If you cannot keep your glider under control use the rescue system in good time.
Always pay attention to ground distance.
Our products are made with great care and state of the art. Each glider before it is
delivered to the dealer or flight school is checked by ICARO paragliders (incoming
test). This date is entered in the identification plate and as well guarantee as the
first 2-year-check period starts. The incoming test must also be documented in the
manual. Test flights are made only on a random basis.
On that score an approved ICARO dealer or teacher of the flight school must
inflate a new ICARO paraglider in the wind or should carry out the first flight before
the wing is handed over to you.
This date is entered in the identification plate and as well guarantee as the first 2-
year-check period starts. If this seal is missing, it must be assumed that this glider
is not identical in construction with the model tested at the specification center.
1Used harness in accordance with EN 1651:1999, and EN 12491:2001

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The use of this paraglider is entirely at your own risk. Every pilot bears the
responsibility of his/her own safety.
In order to get to know your glider, we recommend that you practice with your
glider on the ground. Pulling up in flat gradients is great practice for fine tuning
your launch techniques. Here you can get to learn the reactions of your glider
without any stress and hectic. Ground practice pays off in the air.
All technical data and instructions were drawn up with great care.
ICARO paragliders cannot be made responsible for any possible errors in
this manual.
Important information in this manual is written in fat cursive writing.
Any important changes to this manual will be published in our homepage
(www.icaro-paragliders.de).
Should you decide to sell this glider at a later date, please pass on this
manual to the new owner.
Each alteration of the glider (lines, canopy, and riser) is dangerous and
reactions of the glider are not predictable. Your glider will lose its pattern
test result and guarantee.
You can only fly your glider with a valid flying license and in accordance with local
rules and regulations.
The manufacturer or distributor assumes no responsibility for accidents occurring
while using it.
Every pilot must ensure that the glider is properly checked at regular intervals.
Many countries have specific regulations or laws regarding paragliding activity. It’s
your responsibility to know and observe the regulations of the region where you
fly.
Environmental aspects:
The materials of which a paraglider is made require a special waste disposal. So
please send disused gliders back to us. We will care about a professional waste
disposal without costing for you.
Please do our nature-near sport in a way which does not stress nature and
environment!
Please do not walk beside the marked ways, do not leave your litter, do not make
unnecessary loud noises and respect the sensitive balance in the mountains.
Especially at the launch site consideration is needed!

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To get to know your CLOU
Harnesses with bulky protection are not suitable for flying with a motor. The
harness used must be registered along with the paraglider and the motor. In
Austria and Germany, inspection and approval as well as registration at the
EAPR resp. ÖAEC is degreed. For all combinations glider and paramotor
compatibility check is obligated.
Allowed for training
yes
Allowed for towing
not tested
Certified / allowed for aerobatics
no/ no
Certified / allowed for flying with passengers
no/ no
Certified / allowed for flying with motor drive
yes
Technical data
S
M
Wing Area Flat
m²
28,4
30,7
Wing Area Projected
m²
26,3
29,3
Wing Span Flat
m
12,2
12,8
Aspect Ratio
A/R
5,3
5,3
Cells
40
40
Take off weight without motor
kg
80-105
100-125
Take off weight with motor
kg
80-125
100-139
Weight of the glider
Kg
5,9
6,1
Risers
4+1
4+1
Certification without motor
LTF
1
1
Certification with motor
EAPR
approved motor glider
Recommended storage temperature
Celsius
+ 50 to + 300
Recommended storage humidity
% rel. H.
55% to 75%
Check interval
24 months or 150 operating hours,
depending on what occurs sooner.
Canopy
The canopy of the CLOU is made of synthetic fabric where a reinforced thread-net
is woven in, which stops the fabric from further tearing and is increasing the
firmness at the seams. The coating makes the fabric water-repellent, UV-stabile
and air-impermeable. On the entry- and trailing-edge of the canopy a special
ribbon with low elongation is sewn in, which offers cunning, by our design-software
calculated tension-distribution along the canopy.
Lines
To ensure durability, we use Liros Dynema and Edelrid Technora with HMA core
(High Molecular Aramid) and a PE covering for the other lines. Depending on the
line level, we use different line diameters. The complete geometry of the lines is
shown on the single line plan, which you find in the annex of the manual.

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The length of the break lines is set correctly at the factory and should not be
changed. The improper adjustment of the steering lines can cause severe
changes to in flight behavior.
Risers
For motor flying the CLOU has special risers with many details and specifications
which are also adapted for flying without motor when trimmers are closed and
using the lower hang point.
This are 4 fold risers with trimmer,
separated A-risers and an acceleration
system which will be activated with a
footbar. They are fitted with two hang points
at different heights (2a, 2b).
The risers can be either long or short
depending on the height of the motor, so as
to ensure that the lines and the brake loops
can be reached.
Also the risers have trimmers (1) which
allow the pilot to counter the torque effect
and an acceleration system to increase the
cruising speed.
The risers also has two return pulleys (3a,
3b) in different high for the brake lines
which you can fit to different motors or
suspension points.
We recommend that you always have
the trimmers closed when launching or
landing.
Correct length of the main brake line
must not be altered.
Flying with the CLOU
We can not guarantee that the following descriptions on all combinations
(motor-glider-harness) always apply. Manufacturers are required for
confirmations, which certify that the combination was tested according to
the latest technology and standards. Compatibility tests are causing to the
request for amendment/extension of certification by the engine
manufacturer.
Flight preparation
•Whilst unfolding your paraglider check the canopy and cell walls for damage.
Always take into consideration that the paraglider may have become damaged
during transportation.
•Check the lines for knots, twisting and damage, the brake lines for knots, kinks
and their symmetric. Loose or incorrect brake knots can cause serious
accidents through loss of the steering of the glider! The correct length of the
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•Separate the line groups carefully and bring the risers in order. All lines must
run freely from harness to canopy. It is equally important that the lines are
unhindered and cannot get caught up during the launch.
•Check your harness and make sure that all connections to pilot are correctly
closed. Check that all karabiners are closed and can not be opened
accidentally in flight, the risers are not twisted and the TSO is set to the same
length on both sides!
•Check canopy (all cells are open), wind direction and airspace.
Launch
The most important thing during the take-off is, like at all other gliders too, not the
force but the constancy of the pull. At the start we advice to fix the accelerator
with the Velcro which is attached at the front of the sitting board, in order to avoid
tripping while pulling up the glider or when starting up.
Hold the inner A-risers and the handles of the brakes and use progressive
pressure on the A-risers and the energy of your own body weight until the wing is
fully inflated overhead. The canopy is inflated quickly.
When there is no pull from the lines use slight pressure on the brake. After a few
accelerating steps and at the same time let go of the brakes gently, you will take
off. Then use slight pressure again on the brakes to fly at a speed with minimal
sink rate.
When there is strong wind the reverse launch technique is recommended. Holding
the brakes, turn around to face the wing passing one set of risers over your head
as you turn. We suggest building a "wall" by partially inflating your glider on the
ground, thus sorting out the lines thoroughly.
Check the airspace is clear and gently pull the glider up with inner riser. When the
glider is overhead, check it gently with the brakes, turn and launch. In stronger
winds, be prepared to take a couple of steps towards the glider as it inflates and
rises.
Do not accelerate until the canopy has risen above the propeller wash. The motor
thrust should be as horizontal as possible (pay attention to the position of your
body).
Active flying
When flying in strong thermals release the brakes and reduce the motor's rpm so
that you do not go into a dynamic stall. However, when you are leaving a thermal,
brake the canopy well and increase the rpm so as to avoid pitching forward and a
possible frontal tuck. We advise you to apply the brakes at all times whilst flying in
turbulences. You hereby increase the opening angle and the wing is more stable.
At the same time the pilot has a better feeling for the canopy via the brakes.
This type of flight technique is called “active flying”. The pilot may roll his body with
weight shift to move with the glider when the glider rolls to the right or left. These
subtle adjustments keep the glider flying smoothly.
The more turbulent the weather conditions and when near the ground, the
less acceleration should be used. Using the accelerator decreases the angle
of attack and can make the glider more prone to collapse.
Do not use the acceleration system and brakes at the same time! It is very
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Turning
A combined steering technique (weight shift and pulling the brake line on the
inside of the curve) is suitable for every situation. The CLOU is agile and reacts to
steering impulses quickly and directly. Strong, one sided pulling of the brakes
brings the CLOU into an obvious side angle and the glider flies fast steep curves
until spiral dive begins. A little more brake is needed to counter torque effect if you
want to achieve the same dynamics and banking as you get when turning in the
direction of the torque
If the brakelines are pulled too fast or too far the glider will be stalled! A one-
sided stall is signalized clearly by: The curves´s inner side of the wing is
getting soft, and nearly stops. In this case you have to release the brake-
line!
Landing
The CLOU is very easy to land. Always stand up in the harness in the landing
position very early in order to be able to react as fast as possible to sudden
events. When you are landing without running motor should not slow down the
CLOU too strong before landing because of the comparatively high surface-
loading. You have also the option of using the motor to assist the landing
approach.
The height and speed can be controlled using the brakes and the rpm until you
touch the ground.
If you leave the inflated leading edge bang on the ground, this can cause the
cell walls to burst!
Do not fly sharp turns or changing the direction while landing.
Descent Techniques
•Training of descent techniques and simulation of flight incidents (SFI)
should only take place at professional safety training seminars with
professional trainer and only while flying over water.
•Before inducing any exercise control the airspace beneath.
•During the exercises stay in contact with the canopy.
•If the glider is out of control, use your rescue system.
All maneuvers in lost motion of the paramotor.
Big & Small Ears
Take the outer A-risers of the CLOU in your hand, without releasing the brakes
and pull down leaving it run through your hands (use gloves!). Sink rate increases
but not the forward speed. Reopen the wing by pushing up with your hands and if
necessary then pump the brakes with short symmetric movements. For directional
control while using the big ears, you should use weight shift.
The pitch angle of your paraglider is increased using small and big ears, the
brake path is shortened and the risk of inducing a deep stall is high.Never
attempt tight turns or spirals with Big Ears, as the A-lines will be over
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B-Line-Stall
To enter and hold a B-line-stall requires considerable strength. It is very
dangerous performing a B-line-stall incorrectly and following errors must be
avoided:
•pulling too far on the B-line-stall aid, so that the A-lines are pulled too, and
using brakes during or directly after exiting,
•exit is too slow,
•releasing the B-line-stall aid without simultaneously pushing up with your hands
•Brakes must not be shortened by twisting around your hand during the
exercise.
Spiral Dive
To initiate a spiral dive, look in the direction you want to go, roll your body weight
in that direction and at the same time smoothly pull down on the inside brake.
Whilst flying at full speed, start to apply the brake on one side. This will steer the
paraglider into a turn with a strong bank. You can tell that you are in a spiral dive if
you are being pressed hard against your seat (high centrifugal force).
There is an increased negative tendency when you begin the maneuver
given the torque effect of the motor.
Look down before and during a spiral dive so that you can tell how far you are
from the ground! To keep the wing under control you must pull and release the
inside brake. Please exit slowly.
Bring your body weight back to a neutral position and as soon as the wing levels
out, apply the brakes gently. This procedure should be done slowly and will take a
couple of turns to complete.
The CLOU does not have a tendency for stable spiral dive. If under certain
conditions, it should go into a stable spiral dive then actively exit the maneuver by
bringing your weight into a neutral position, release the brakes of the inner curve
side and brake gently on the outer curve side until you notice that the wing starts
to level out.
Then gently brake on the inside curve for several turns until normal flights returns.
If you pull abruptly and too far on the brakes, the canopy may enter a
negative spin. When entering a spiral dive keep the brake on the outer curve
released.
Wingover
Wingovers are induced by flying alternating turns; each time letting the pendulum
effect increases the bank angle. The CLOU is an agile glider, and it is quite easy
to get to an excessively high angle of bank in just a few turns. Practice wingovers
gently at first, as there is a chance of quite large collapses at high bank angles.
What happens when it happens?
Knots and tangles
The best way to avoid knots and tangles is to inspect the lines before you inflate
the wing for take-off. If you notice a knot before take off, immediately stop running
and do not take-off.
If you have taken-off with a knot you will have to correct the drift by leaning on the
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gently try to pull on the brake line to see if the knot becomes unfastened or try to
identify the line with the knot in it. Try to pull the identified line to see if the knot
releases. If the knot is too tight and you cannot remove it, carefully and safely fly to
the nearest landing place.
Be very careful when trying to remove a knot. When there are knots in the
lines or when they are tangled, do not pull too hard on the brake lines, there
is an increased risk of the wing to stalling or negative turn being initiated.
Deep / Parachute Stall
Your CLOU has been carefully designed to resist entering deep stall. If you pull
strongly on the rear risers the CLOU normally ends a deep stall independently
when you release the rear risers. Before exiting a deep stall please ensure that the
brakes are fully released. Actively exit the deep stall by reaching up and push
forward with both palms on both A-risers or pull on the risers.
Never pull the brake-lines during a parachute stall, because the glider would
go into a full stall immediately. Never step on the gas of your paramotor.
If you find yourself flying in unavoidable rain we strongly recommend that
you avoid any sudden movements or radical brakeline input, that you do not
pull Big Ears or B-Line-Stall, and that you steer clear of turbulence and avoid
a deep flare on landing.
Asymmetric Collapse
While flying in turbulent conditions it may occur that a portion of your glider
deflates. However, just like in flying in turbulences, please pull gently on both
brakes. Re-inflation is speeded up by counteracting the turning movement of the
canopy until normal forward flight return. Then pump the brake line on the
collapsed side.
If the collapsed part of the canopy is very big, you have to break the open
side very dosed (not too much!) to avoid a stall.
Symmetric Collapse
A glider may collapse symmetrically when flying through sudden down draughts in
a front stall or by pulling strongly on the A-risers. The leading edge collapses
abruptly along the whole wing span. The pendulum movement is eased by
applying the brakes and speeds up re-inflation.
Your CLOU normally re-inflates promptly in a symmetric collapse without pilot
input. Applying the brakes symmetrically will speed things up.
Emergency Steering
Should it no longer be possible to steer your CLOU, for example due to a broken
line, the glider may be steered by gently pulling on either rear riser. We
recommend for emergency control in the air to use the stabilo line.
By steering this way airspeed is reduced hardly. Therefore, for landing you
must change to the rear risers to control your glider. Handling will be more
direct so being careful not to pull too hard.
Negative Spin
If the pilot abruptly applies full brake to one side of the glider while the other side is
at zero brake, the faster side may fly around the braked and stalled side resulting
in a spin. Alternatively, if flying very slowly with almost full brakes on both sides, if
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the glider may enter a negative spin. To exit a spin with your CLOU just do “hands
up” to release the brakes and the glider will return to normal flight.
If you do not have control over your glider and you are running out of
altitude, immediately deploy your reserve parachute.
Front stall
After a front stall of the canopy, the wing moves backwards while the pilot with his
higher mass moves further ahead. Wing behind, pilot ahead, significantly high
angle of attack – there is clearly only one thing to do: Do not break or you run the
risk of a dangerous stall.
The pilot must not pull the control lines before the canopy is at least above him
again. If the canopy then shoots forward dynamically, it is absolutely vital to stop
the motion in a consistent and decisive manner via the brakes.
Full Stall
Spin and full stall are both dangerous and somewhat unpredictable
exercises. Do not stall or spin your paraglider on purpose.
To initiate a full stable stall, apply both brakes to maximum arm extension. The
pilot will swing back under the canopy and finally the canopy will stabilize to a full
stall. Once in a stable stall, the exercise can be completed. Release the brakes
just a little and let the glider fill until it regains shape. Then release the brakes fully
and your CLOU will return to normal flight.
It is imperative that the pilot fully completes this exercise and holds on, as a
premature release while the glider is still falling back may cause the glider to
rapidly dive ahead past the pilot. There is a possibility of the pilot landing in
or entangling in the glider.
Care instructions, repairs, inspection
Care Instructions
•Even with good care and maintenance, just like any item exposed to the
elements, your glider can wear out after a certain amount of use. This can
change flight behavior and safety. We recommend a regular safety inspection
of the canopy and all lines.
•If you clean your glider it is best to use warm water and a soft sponge.
•Store your glider in a dry and dark place, ideally between 5° and 30° Celsius
and humidity between 55 and 65%. Do not store it near chemicals or petrol.
•If you will not fly for longer period, store the glider releasing all compression
straps and take it out of its backpack so that the fabric is not compressed,
creased or stretched.
•Avoid storing your glider for days at a time in a hot car.
•Never use chemical cleaning agents, brushes or hard sponges on the material,
as these destroy the coating and affect the strength of the cloth. The canopy
will become porous and will loose structural strength.
•Never attempt to clean your paraglider in a washing machine. Even without
using detergents the simple mechanical abrasion will quickly finish the canopy
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•If you are flying near the sea most the wing may age faster because the air is
humid and salty. In this case we suggest you have it checked more often than
prescribed in this manual.
•Also avoid dipping it in a swimming pool; the chlorine will damage the cloth.
•If you must rinse or clean your glider do so with fresh water. Frequent cleaning
will accelerate the ageing process.
•If the glider has become wet, lay it out so that air can get to all areas of the
fabric.
•Always make sure that your intended logo will not in any way influence the
glider behavior. If in doubt we suggest avoiding the attachment of advertising
logos on the wing. ICARO paragliders cannot be held responsible for any
mishaps caused by intentional after sales changes done to the wing.
•The CLOU is a very strong paraglider. Flying all the descent or acrobatic
exercises will not normally pose a structural problem but aerobatic training
does accelerate the ageing process dramatically.
•There is no special method packing your glider. ICARO paragliders commends
the “Cell to Cell-method bag because the reinforcements of the leading edge
stay flex-free on top of each other and do not fold.
When you did not fly for a longer period ICARO commends to check the
glider (e.g. mildew stains, splice of the lines, corrosion of the shackles
and carbines). If you are not convinced of the gliders airworthiness
please send your glider to an authorized ICARO dealer to check your
glider. The same is commended for harnesses. Attaching heavy adhesive
logos made out of unsuited material to the wing may result in the
revocation of the glider’s guarantee. Do not fold and store your glider
prematurely if it not completely dry. The performance of a wet glider can
change significantly.
Repairs
Only use original ICARO parts for repairing your glider. If you don’t you lose
the guarantees for your glider.
Small holes in the canopy can be repaired by the pilot by using self adhesive
sailcloth on both sides of the perforation.
Damage to the lines or any other repairs should only be carried out at an
authorized ICARO centre. Please contact ICARO paragliders for information about
single line lengths. If CLOU needs to be repaired, please contact your local
ICARO Paragliders dealer.
Inspection
It is important to have your CLOU inspected by a trained ICARO technician but it
is also allowed to check your glider for yourself. In the annex you find the
regulations for checks of certified gliders and items in order to perform a paraglider
inspection you need.
Inspection interval
24 months or 150 operating hours, depending on what occurs sooner.
Without regular certified inspections, your glider will loose its pattern test
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ICARO recommends having wings that are often used for training of descent
maneuvers, acrobatics or flying in salty ore sandy conditions subjected to
checkups all 100 operating hours or 12 month. It is also important, that ground
handling also will be considered. All gliders, especially gliders manufactured with
light and thin material are mechanically more stressed than other gliders.
Therefore ICARO recommends multiplying ground handling time with the factor
1,5.
Not only gliders have a recurrent inspection interval. Airworthiness of harnesses,
snap hooks and rescue systems must also be verified. Generally it is
recommended to change aluminum snap hooks after 24 months or 150 operating
hours.
All inspections and repairs must be documented (manual page 2).
Terms of the guarantee
ICARO paragliders guarantees the proper processing, an operation within the
allowable limits of proper operation and the fulfillment of the eligibility criteria of
glider/harness/rescue equipment at the time of first delivery by ICARO paragliders.
Paragliders: 24 month or 150 operating hours, depending on what is first
Harnesses: 24 month
Rescue systems: 24 month
Guarantee is only guilty for ICARO
products with LTF/ EN certification 1.
What is covered by the guarantee?
Provided that ICARO paragliders accept the fault the guarantee contains all
necessary spare parts related to the replacement or repair of defective parts and
working time.
ICARO paragliders accept no freight costs (outbound and return transportation).
What are the conditions of the guarantee?
Provided that ICARO paragliders accept the fault the guarantee contains all
necessary spare parts related to the replacement or repair of defective parts and
working time.
•ICARO paragliders needs to be informed immediately after the discovery of a
defect and the defective product must be sent to us for testing.
•The glider / the harness was used in normal circumstances and maintained
according to the instructions. This includes in particular the careful drying,
cleaning and storage.
1- EN 926-1 und EN 926-2 for gliders, EN 1651 for rescue systems , EN 12491 for harnesses,
all at the time guilty version
- LTF/ NfL$II!91/09 und NfL$2'60'14

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•The glider / the harness were used only within the applicable guidelines and all
rules have been complied with all times.
•All flights must be accounted for within the flight book.
•There were only original spare parts used and checks, exchange and / or
repairs were conducted by an authorized dealer or by ICARO paragliders
company / person and properly documented.
•The online form on www.icaro-paragliders.com must be sent at least 6 weeks
after buying to ICARO paragliders.
What is excluded from guarantee?
•Gliders and Harnesses that are used for training purposes, Acro or other
official competitions,
•Gliders / Harnesses who were involved in an accident,
•Rescue equipment, which has been thrown for a emergency,
•Gliders / harnesses and rescue equipment, which have been changed by
yourself,
•Gliders / harnesses and rescue equipment that were not purchased from an
authorized dealer / flight school,
•Gliders / harnesses and rescue equipment where the required inspection
intervals were not met and the verification of the glider was not conducted by a
ICARO paragliders authorized operation / person
•Damage which has occurred due to improper treatment (i.e. storage in
humidity, heat or direct sunlight)
•Parts that need to be replaced due to normal wear and tear,
•Discoloration of the cloth material used,
•Damage caused by solvents, salt water, insects, sun, sand, humidity or
“debag-jumps”.
•Damage caused by force majeure.
•Damage caused by the paramotor (Oil, fuel, damage in cause of the prop)
In case of a concluded claim the period of guarantee carries on. The period
of guarantee and the connected claim are not prolongated and are only valid
until the original date of expiry.
The freight costs (transport to and from) are not paid by ICARO paragliders.

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Annex
Guarantee Card
Please fill in the guarantee card which you find on our homepage www.icaro-
paragliders,com and send it.
Users needs for Inspections
You will need the following items in order to perform a paraglider inspection:
oStandardized inspection report
oPorosity meter
oSpring scale
oEquipment for measuring line lengths
oEquipment for line strength testing
oSewing machine
oBig, clean and bright room
Technical specifications about your glider (type, serial number, size and year of
production). Pleas call ICARO Paragliders for information.
A three week course at ICARO Paragliders, specified to a glider type together with
a legal flight license is the necessary prerequisites for permission to inspect
ICARO Paragliders.
Inspection Instructions
Record Information
Spread out your paraglider in a big bright room and make a note of information
such as model, type and serial number.
Porosity Test
Use your porosity meter to perform porosity checks at 4 different places of the
canopy. The results are recorded in the inspection protocol and are to be
evaluated according to the internal guidelines of the workshop.
Visual Control of the Canopy
Hang up the canopy so that you can do a visual check of your canopy. Check
for perforations in the upper and lower sailcloth, damaged stitching between
the cells, and damage to the leading/trailing edge reinforcements.
Each cell must be checked.
Visual Control of the Risers and Lines
Check the risers, the trimmers, the stitching at each line loop, the brake lines,
all seams and line contact points. Each line must be measured and inspected
for kinks.
Strength test of the lines
One complete A-and B- line must be removed, measured and submitted to a
strength test. The measured value of each individual line must be noted in the
inspection protocol. The minimum of the lines strength are 125% of the
normative guidelines.

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Measurement of the lines
Measure every single line while stressing it with defined tractive force (5daN).
Compare with the line plan. The lines must be measured between fixing point
on the linelock and fixing point on the lineloop.
The results are recorded in the inspection protocol and are to be evaluated
according to the internal guidelines of the workshop.
Assessment
The measurements of all procedures are noted in the inspection protocol.
When all facts have been recorded, the technician must make a general
assessment.
Check the backpack for damage to the zips, seams and straps and repair if
necessary with a sewing machine.
General Remarks
Any other repairs, corrections etc. to the general condition of the paraglider
must be evaluated. A copy of the results of each inspection must be sent on to
ICARO Paragliders.
The technician must report any unusual faults to ICARO Paragliders within
3 days.
Inspection Reference
Only an authorized technician who has been trained by ICARO Paragliders is
authorized to sign and date the glider type label and sign the manual.
Total linelenghts
Linelock
Lineloop

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Line lengths
Size M
A
B
C
D
Br
S1
6330
S2
6310
S3
6310
1
7030
6970
7030
7180
6885
2
6955
6890
6955
7095
6935
3
6970
6915
6980
7120
7030
4
6970
6920
6955
7095
7145
5
6900
6855
6905
7030
7230
6
6925
6875
6930
6995
7230
7
6865
6810
6835
6915
7240
8
6710
6660
6680
6730
7300
9
6595
6545
6545
6570
7315
10
6565
6470
6455
6510
7265
11
7300
12
7365
13
7405
14
7400
15
7450
16
7565
17
7665
18
7705
19
7820
20
8005
Line lengths
Size L
A
B
C
D
Br
S1
6560
S2
6535
S3
6535
1
7320
7265
7305
7455
8415
2
7240
7185
7235
7375
8210
3
7260
7205
7250
7400
8075
4
7260
7205
7230
7370
7990
5
7180
7140
7180
7285
7860
6
7210
7165
7210
7260
7740
7
7405
7095
7100
7160
7660
8
6990
6935
6940
6965
7665
9
6870
6805
6795
6795
7615
10
6810
6680
6685
6740
7550
11
7515
12
7570
13
7550
14
E
7530
15
7545
7480
16
7470
7505
17
7480
7395
18
7270
19
7170
20
7175

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LINEPLAN

Dispatch protocol/ Delivery content
Piece check complete
Inner bag
Compression band
Risers bag
Outer rucksack
Manual
Repair set
Gift
Sticker
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Date Signature