GIN Bolero 5 - Manual (Page 26)

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IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to perform
repairs unless you have the knowledge,
experience, materials and tools needed
to do the job properly.
WARNING: Always replace damaged lines.
A damaged line can cause loss of control
of the glider
Inspections and repairs
The canopy, lines, risers and connections must be inspected before every flight for correct
function and any signs of damage. If, at any time, your glider shows unusual changes in flying
behaviour, have it checked by a qualified professional.
Small holes in the sail, which do not affect a seam, can be repaired with the sticky backed
ripstop tape provided with your glider. Plastic rods can also be replaced by sliding the rod out of
its pocket and inserting the replacement rod.
For all other repairs and maintenance, please see your dealer or specialist repair shop.
Replacement lines can be ordered from your GIN dealer. Check replacement lines for length
against its counterpart on the other side of the wing. Always perform a test inflation on flat
ground to check everything is in order before flying.
Inspection period
A qualified professional should perform a formal maintenance inspection no later than 36
months after the first flight or after 150 hours, whichever is sooner. Subsequent inspections
should be carried out every 24 months or 150 hours, whichever is sooner. Inspection should
consist of measurements of the fabric porosity, tear resistance, line strengths, line lengths and a
full visual check. The full protocol is available on our website.
If you groundhandle frequently or fly in harsh conditions, we recommend an annual check. It’s
your responsibility as a pilot to ensure that your wing is airworthy at all times.
GIN quality and service
We take pride in the quality of our products and are committed to putting right any problems