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NOVA Vertriebsges.m.b.H., Auweg 14, A–6123 Terfens, T: +43(0)5224-66026, info@nova.eu, www.nova.eu
On receiving your paraglider
Initial flight
Before sale, every NOVA wing is checked and flown by a NOVA dealer.
The name of the pilot and date of this first flight must written on the paraglider’s information
label. Generally this will be situated in the centre cell (at the profile rib).
Registration
In order to take advantage of the full guarantee and services you must register the paraglid-
er at our web site: my.nova.eu ↗
This registration must be completed within 14 days of purchase (invoice date).
Accessories included
Your GLITCH is delivered with a Stuff Sack, Windsock and Repair Tape.
Glider modification
At delivery, the specifications of a new paraglider conform to those used during the load-
test process. Any user modification (for example, change of line materials, modification
of the riser) means the glider no longer conforms to its certification. We recommend consult-
ing NOVA before any modification.
Care and maintenance
With care and careful handling, a paraglider can remain in a technically perfect state for
many years – even if used intensively. An exception to this are lightweight paragliders which
degrade more rapidly with intensive use. We recommend the following:
• The wing should not be unnecessarily exposed to UV radiation, for example if left for a
long time in direct sunlight on take-off or landing.
• When folding the glider it is advisable not to bend the rods in the leading edge.
• If the wing is wet or even only damp when being packed, it should be fully dried as soon as
possible. Storing the glider damp can lead to permanent damage.
• When landing or groundhandling, try to avoid hitting the leading edge hard on the ground.
This can lead to damage.
• The lines should be protected from dirt and sharp rocks. Never step on the lines if on stony
ground.
• Over a period of time, dampness in combination with dirt can lead to lines shrinking and
the glider going out of trim.
• Salt water (including sweat) and sand damage lines and sail cloth. This has a negative
effect on their durability and strength.
• Do not drag your wing across the ground – particularly not the rods in the leading edge.
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