Asap Mustang S380, Owner'S Manual

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ASAP Canopies’ S-Series Powered Parachute Canopy Owner’s Manual May 10, 2010 Page 29 of
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WARNING!
NEVER FLY WITH DAMAGED LINES.
NEVER TIE THE ENDS OF A BROKEN LINE BACK TOGETHER.
THIS PRACTICE CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
Connector (Quick) Links
Use only the Maillon Rapide stainless steel links supplied with your canopy.
WARNING!
THE USE OF QUICK LINKS NOT SUPPLIED BY ASAP CANOPIES CAN
LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
CANOPY PREFLIGHT INSPECTION
1. Look at all of the canopy components to determine airworthiness.
WARNING!
IF ANYTHING APPEARS UN-AIRWORTHY OR UNUSUAL, DO NOT FLY THIS
AIRCRAFT. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MANUFACTURER.
2. Check the connector links for proper attachment and any cracks in the barrel nut.
The barrel nut position marks you made during assembly should be aligned. If the
position mark is not aligned, inspect the link and replace, if required, then tighten as
described in the assembly section of this manual.
3. Check suspension and control lines for knots, tangles, debris and wear.
4. Check steering lines for damage, wear, proper routing through all guides or pulleys
and for secure attachment to the airframe control system.
5. Perform a complete vehicle inspection according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Heed your intuition and check any component that catches your attention.
7. Pay attention to detail.