Date: 30.06.2004
Manual
Revision: 0
DEMON US
Page: 8
Performance Variable e.K. Am Tower 16, D-54634 Bitburg
The performance of your canopy is greatly affected by how it is set up. The most effective thing that
you can change here is to reduce the
pilot chute drag. There are several systems available for col-
lapsing the pilot chute, each with distinct advantages and disadvantages. You should thoroughly in-
vestigate the options available and choose the one that is best for you.
How you use the canopy will effect the performance you get out of it. The slider drag may be reduced
by stowing it. On PV canopy models, a tie strap is installed on the slider for this. If you do use this or
a similar method, be sure the slider is re-set before you start to pack the canopy.
PV recommends that you leave the slider above the links. Some jumpers bring the slider past the
toggles, down to the bottom of the risers and stow it behind their neck. This does result in a slight in-
crease in performance, however, it is dangerous. If the slider should inflate or move from its stowed
position it can obstruct your vision.
Assembly
Your canopy should be assembled by a certified rigger. Before you begin, be sure the risers, tog-
gles, bridle, deployment bag, pilot chute, harness, container and other items are compatible with your
PV canopy and each other. Some toggles, for example, will not work properly on certain type of ris-
ers. Assemble your system in accordance with the owner’s manual for your rig.
These instructions will work for Dacron/Micro/Spectra lined canopies. However, we recommend fol-
lowing the rig manufacturer's instructions for toggle attachment.
Two common problems that may happen if the toggles are installed improperly are:
A) The toggle knot getting caught on the guide ring, and
B) The knot slipping.
Be sure that your installation is safe. The container manufacturer's instructions may not be compati-
ble with this canopy.
Recommended attachment of Velcro-backed toggles on Demon steering lines with finger-trapped
loops:
Route the steering line through the slider, then the toggle guide ring and then the toggle.
See
draw-
ing #1.
Thread the toggle through the loop in the steering line.
See drawing #2.
Pull loop up to the
toggle grommet. Note that the loop of the steering line is going through and around the toggle.
See
drawing #3.
#1
#2
#3
