ICARO paragliders OXYGEN, Manual

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Do not –under any circumstances- release at this point. The glider will slow down 
and stall, falling quickly behind the pilot. Avoid the urge to release. The pilot will 
swing back under the canopy and finally the canopy will stabilize to a full stall.  

Once in a stable stall, the manoeuvre 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 

OXYGEN

 will return to normal flight. 

Warning:   It is imperative that the pilot fully completes this manoeuvre 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. 

V. 

Service, Repairs and Maintenance 

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 
behaviour and safety. We recommend a regular safety inspection of the canopy 
and all lines.  

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  If you wish to 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. 
Do not store it near chemicals or petrol.  

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  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.  

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  Avoid storing your glider for days at a time in a hot car. 

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

fabric. 

Warning:   It may take several days for your glider to dry out completely 
 

especially the lines, which take longer than the fabric. Do not 

fold and store your glider prematurely if it not completely dry. 

The performance of a wet glider can change significantly.  

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 centre. If your 

OXYGEN

 needs to be repaired, please contact 

your local ICARO Paragliders dealer.