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7. Slider: Be sure the fabric isn’t torn, that the grommets are undamaged and have no
sharp edges, and that they are securely attached to the slider.
8. Risers: Be sure the barrels of the connector links are tightened and the slider stops
are properly positioned.
The toggles must be installed correctly and must match the guide ring and Velcro on
the risers. Checking this installation must be done by a rigger. Be sure the riser release
system is assembled correctly and that it will function when activated.
9. The rest of the assembly: Follow the instructions in the rig manufacturer’s owner’s
manual to inspect the rest of your parachute system.
Section 10.1: Cleaning Your Canopy
Standard Materials
Avoid washing or cleaning your canopy if at all possible. Cleaning the material will
increase the porosity, causing reduced performance. Only clean areas that are
contaminated with a substance that will degrade the material. Mild soap and water
will remove most contaminants. If necessary, mineral spirits may be used for grease or
oil. Do not use any other cleaning products. Do not use cleaning agents that contain
bleach! Avoid agitating the canopy, especially when wet. Agitation will cause
reduction in canopy performance.
Zero Porosity Fabric
The ZP fabric is not affected by water. However, the reinforcement tapes may be. All
tapes used in these canopies are pre-shrunk at the factory to make them more
dimensionally stable.
However, if they get wet this does not mean that they will come back to the exact size
when dry. Small changes in length may make a large difference in canopy
performance. To maintain the best performance, avoid getting the canopy wet.
Water jumps are not recommended.
If you need to clean your canopy, please wash only the dirty or contaminated areas.
Use a mild soap and water only. Oil and grease usually do not penetrate the coating
surface so solvents are not normally necessary. Also, some solvents may affect the
coating. Avoid getting the tapes wet if possible. Do not machine wash.
