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  If the glider has become wet, lay it out so that air can get to all areas of the 

fabric. 

  After landings in trees or on water you should check the length of the lines. 

  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 

NIKITA 5 

is a very strong paraglider. Flying all the descent exercise 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.  

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 (max. 20x20 mm) 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 center. If the glider needs to be repaired, please contact your 
local ICARO paragliders dealer.  

Trimming  

After about 1000 flown Tumbling-over are certain lines very slowly. This becomes 
noticeable when the train no longer in Tumble is  the same as it was in the 
beginning. Another indication of a line extension is the tentative start in the 
helicopter.  

To restore the normal flight characteristics again, lines have to be reduced.  

Repairs 

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 center.  

If your 

NIKITA 5 

needs to be repaired, please contact your local ICARO 

Paragliders dealer.  

Inspection  

Your 

NIKITA 5 

has no label, so they must also not require  to inspection but it is 

very important to check the glider, too. Below you find the regulations for checks of 
certified gliders. 

Summary of Contents for Nikita 5

Page 1: ...Version 2 2016...

Page 2: ...porosity data Measured data of the lines Estimated condition optical technical Check C Repair R Which repair Check Performed by date Measured porosity data Measured data of the lines Estimated condit...

Page 3: ...THERMALS 8 ACCELERATION 8 LANDING 8 DESCENT TECHNIQUES 8 BIG SMALL EARS 8 B LINE STALL 9 SPIRAL DIVE 9 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN IT HAPPENS 9 KNOTS AND CRAVATS 9 DEEP PARACHUTE STALL 10 EMERGENCY STEERING 10...

Page 4: ...coming test 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...

Page 5: ...relevant laws are observed The use of this paraglider is entirely at your own risk Every pilot bears the responsibility of his her own safety The manufacturer or distributor assumes no responsibility...

Page 6: ...ber of risers 4 4 4 Weight kg 5 2 5 4 5 8 Number of cells 50 50 50 Maximum acceleration mm 180 180 180 Trimmer no no no Canopy Various coatings provide for a reduction in air permeability increase the...

Page 7: ...eering lines In NIKITA 5 the stable point lies approximately on karabiner height At full stall for example the hands should only be to slightly bring under the stall point In the stable hands should n...

Page 8: ...flight the front part of the wing becomes more sensitive to turbulence By simultaneously braking is now shifting the lift in the rear of the wing and the front part of the wing unnecessary burden Land...

Page 9: ...d tangles is to inspect the lines before you inflate the wing for take off If you notice a knot before takeoff immediately stop running and do not take off If you have taken off with a knot you will h...

Page 10: ...f 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 ch...

Page 11: ...your glider The same is commended for harnesses 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 max 20x20...

Page 12: ...esults 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...

Page 13: ...cessary 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...

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Page 15: ...Dispatch protocol Delivery content Inner bag Compression band Risers bag Outer rucksack Repair set Gift Sticker Date Signature...

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