Airtec Expert CYPRES 2, User Manual

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8.2 Important notes for users
• CYPRES 2 must not be used for parascending
or paragliding/-sailing.
• CYPRES 2 cannot be used for base jumps (jumps
from fixed objects), and must be switched off
prior to making a base jump.
• A Student, Expert, Speed or Wing Suit CYPRES
will not activate if the aircraft is exited before it
reaches 1500 feet (450m) above the airfield and
intended DZ. In case of a Tandem CYPRES 3000
feet (900m) must be reached.
• A two-canopy scenario can be caused by a
CYPRES activation if the main is deployed
too low.
• CYPRES is shielded against radio transmitter
signals. We have gone to considerable lengths
to protect CYPRES 2 from “radio pollution”.
Although CYPRES 2’s exceptional shielding
system has been investigated thoroughly, it is
impossible to provide 100% protection. Users
are still recommended to avoid strong radio
transmitters. Please contact Airtec if you have
any questions.
• A release unit that has activated builds up a
high level of internal pressure and will remain
pressurized. Never attempt to open it by force.
• The reserve closing loop must be under tension,
caused by the pilot chute spring, of no less than
10 pounds (5 kg approximately).
• A good reserve pilot chute is an important safety
factor. On systems with an internally-mounted
pilot chute, we recommend that owners equip
their rigs with one that has been tested and
subsequently qualified by both Airtec and the
rig manufacturer. Typically the rig manufacturer
delivers these pilot chutes with the rig. If in
doubt, please contact Airtec.
Only if you descend more than 500 feet, then it may
apply. In case it happens the additional Wing Suit
Status of their units is not active on that one jump.
The units behave like an Expert or like a Speed
CYPRES, depending on the choice of their users.
Please avoid that.