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2. PRE FLIGHT
For your safety, always use a consistent system of pre-flight checks for all your equipment and
repeat the same sequence before every flight.
Specifically with your reserve parachute, check that:
There is no visible damage that could affect its airworthiness.
The reserve parachute container is closed correctly with the pin or pins in place.
The deployment handle is secured correctly to your harness
If any part of your harness / reserve/ handle system includes Velcro, you should separate and
re-attach these pieces regularly. Velcro ‘beds-in’ over time which could make deploying your
reserve difficult,
3. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
We recommend that Happy should be inspected and repacked at least every 6 months by a
trained professional re-packer. If you feel there may be the likelihood of damage or wear,
additional inspections should be carried out.
After a deployment, the reserve must be checked by the distributor or manufacturer.
The materials used in Happy have been carefully selected for maximum durability.
Nevertheless, maintaining your reserve following the guidelines below will extend its lifetime.
It is recommended that any reserve system is replaced after 10 years, even if it has never been
used.
4. STORAGE
Due to the specific purpose of the reserve system you should pay careful attention to its
storage and packing. If you need to store your reserve long-term it should be unpacked and
loosely rolled in a closed bag.
Be careful to avoid any possible contact with harmful substances such as oils, grease, acids,
paint etc. Your reserve should always be stored away from contact with UV radiation
(sunlight).
5. DRYING AND AIRING
If your reserve gets wet you should remove it from the harness, dry it naturally in the air, and
have it repacked before putting it back into the container. Take care to avoid contact by
sunlight while the reserve is drying. If the canopy shows any sign of mildew
or mould, it must
be sent to the distributor or manufacturer for checking, as its strength could be
compromised.
