Even when landing in the water during SIV, with a lifejacket, it is recommended that the BIPRO 4 buckles are
unfastened and the harness taken off before getting into the boat. When full of water the harness gets very heavy
and makes it very difficult for the pilot to board the rescue boat.
Warning
The front strap will not open under load.
Water landing without reserve
Everything described so far applies. Depending on the situation and danger (current, waves) it may be useful to cut
straps with the hook knife before touching down, as the front strap cannot be opened under tension, or even to cut
all straps and jump or slide out of the harness into the water.
Warning
If a buckle or speedbag will not open, cut it with the hook knife before landing in the
water. You can mount a hook knife on the shoulder strap and secure it with a long line.
Maintenance and care of the harness after a water landing
After contact with water, all protectors and the comfort foam should be removed from the BIPRO 4. See chapter
"Installing/removing components". Everything should then be allowed to dry in a shaded place outside, or carefully
laid out in a dry room – or the harness could be hung by its carabiners and gently wafted to and fro. The reserve
must be taken out and dried separately. Obviously it should then be repacked.
Info
The protectors may take several days to dry
6.7.3. Tree landing
In the event of a tree landing, with or without a reserve parachute, there is a risk of a possible fall.
Warning
The most dangerous part of a tree landing is climbing down. Always wait for a rescue
party to get you out of the tree.
Info
We recommend that you keep a rope sling with a carabiner in the harness so that you can
secure your harness to a branch and relax while you wait.
7. MAINTENANCE
7.1. Maintenance harness
General care
ADVANCE recommends that you visually inspect the harness regularly for signs of wear. This includes checking the
general condition, the condition of the seams and straps and the functioning of the buckles. In addition, the rescue
parachute must be regularly aired and repacked. Any defects (damaged seams, webbing, etc.) must be repaired
immediately by the manufacturer or an authorized service center.
Warning
Do not make any modifications to your harness and never fly with a harness whose straps
are damaged in any way.
Warning
If the harness was used as part of a rescue emergency opening, the harness must then be
inspected by the manufacturer or an authorized service center.
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