Transport And Storage; Cleaning; Inspections; Repairs - Gin beetle Manual Del Propietário

Transport and Storage

Moisture is the worst enemy for your glider, leading to early ageing of fabric, lines and
reinforcements. The Beetle should therefore be kept dry and cool. Do not pack the glider away
for a prolonged period if it is damp, sandy, salty, or if other objects have entered the cells.
Always allow it to dry naturally before storage in a dry room. Leave the rucksack zip open
whenever possible to allow residual moisture to evaporate, and do not transport or store the
glider in the proximity of chemicals such as gasoline, paints or other solvents.

Cleaning

Use only lukewarm water and a soft cloth to clean your wing. Never use any abrasive materials
or detergents. Only clean the wing if it is absolutely necessary e.g. after a landing in salt water.
Inspections and inspection intervals
The Beetle must be fully inspected by an authorized Gin agent:
For non-commercial use: perform the first maintenance check after 24 months or after 200
flying hours (whichever comes first). For all subsequent maintenance checks; do after the next
24 months or after every 100 flying hours (again, whichever comes first).
For commercial use: perform the first maintenance check after 12 months or after 200 flying
hours (whichever comes first). For all subsequent maintenance checks; do after the next 12
months or after every 100 flying hours (again, whichever comes first).
A full inspection will give you peace of mind and extend your glider's lifetime. Additional
inspections should be performed by a qualified person following a crash or violent landing on
the leading edge, or if you note a deterioration of performance or behaviour.
You should also check for any damages to your lines, sail, and carabiners before each flight.

Repairs

Very small holes in the sail can be repaired with the sticky back tape provided with your glider.
Damaged lines should ideally be replaced by your GIN dealer. Before fitting a replacement line,
check it for length against its counterpart on the other side of the wing. When a line has been
replaced, always inflate the glider on the flat ground to check that everything is in order before
flying.
Major repairs, such as replacement of panels, should only be carried out by the distributor or
manufacturer.
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