Date: 10.12.2004
Manual
Revision: 0
RUSH US
Page: 13
Performance Variable e.K. Am Tower 16, 54634 Bitburg
3) Inspect each rib
from leading edge to the trailing edge by looking inside each cell.
Pay extra attention to the line attachment points.
4) Lay the canopy on one side,
stacking each loaded rib on top of the others.
Check that all lines in each line group are the same length and that the trim differential
between each line group is correct for this reserve. Check the condition of the stabilizers
and slider stops on the stabilizer.
5) Suspension lines:
Check the full length of each line for damage and wear. Look
for fraying at all cascades and where each line attaches to the connector link. Check that
all lines are sewn and that the stitching is good. Check the continuity and routing of each
line.
6) Slider:
Be sure the fabric isn’t torn and that the grommets are undamaged, have no
sharp edges and are securely attached to the slider. Be sure every suspension line and
both steering lines pass through the proper grommet on the slider.
7) Risers:
Be sure the barrels of the connector links have not moved and the slider
stops are properly positioned. No substitutes are authorized for
PV
slider stops.
8) The toggles
must be installed correctly and match the guide ring and Velcro on the
risers.
PV
canopies come with brake settings and toggle tie-on marks set for PIA
standard riser/brake dimensions. This standard calls for 4 inches (10.2 cm) from the top
of the riser to the top of the brake-setting ring. If the risers are more than 1 inch or (2.5
cm) different from this standard the canopy must be modified. This modification may only
be done by a master rigger and must be reported to
Performance Variable
. In addition,
any changes must be marked on the canopy's data panel.
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.
