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4.
Parachute Activation
4.1.
Manual Activation: Ripcord
The ripcord handle is located on the left side of the operator’s harness.
It is secured to the inside of the handle pouch with a layer of Velcro. For activation: pull the
handle sideways out of the pocket towards the center of your body, then pull handle down
forcefully as illustrated below.
Pic 4.1.1
View of the ripcord handle
Pic 4.1.2
First pull the handle towards the center of the
body , then downwards.
