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V E C T O R O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
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The guide-ring
location on the
reserve riser: The
standard distance
from the end of the
reserve riser to the
top of the guide
ring is 4 inches and
allowing ± 1/4 inch
tolerance (9.7cm).
Almost all rig
manufacturers use
this distance during
harness and
To minimize the
chance of having a
malfunction, ensure
that the toggles and
the risers are
compatible.
RESERVE ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
INTRODUCTION
This section provides information needed to assemble the reserve canopy and attach it to the
reserve risers. Take note that all Vector 3 rigs come Cypres ready. Included are instructions on
attaching a RSL. Remember though that a RSL is not standard.
ATTACH THE RESERVE CANOPY TO THE RESERVE RISERS
Attach the canopy to the risers following the canopy manufacturer’s instructions. Double-check
the orientation of the canopy and the continuity of the lines. Check that the links are tightened
securely and correctly.
ATTACH THE RESERVE STEERING TOGGLES
It is important to follow the reserve canopy owner’s manual directions before attaching the toggles
to the steering lines. The reserve owner’s manual contains important information relevant to that
particular make and model of reserve canopy.
The reserve canopy steering toggles are supplied with the Vector 3. These steering toggles are
compatible with the Vector 3 reserve risers.
It is important to attach the steering toggles at the mark that is located along the steering line.
The mark was measured and put there by the reserve manufacturer. Proper alignment of the mark
and the steering toggle will ensure the canopy remains in a true no-brake mode while the toggles
are resting against the guide ring. This will, in turn, ensure that the canopy maintains the correct
glide during flight or landing. If the toggles are mounted too far down the steering lines, the
canopy may be less responsive and the jumper may not be able to apply full brakes. If the toggles
are mounted too high up the canopy, the glide and landing characteristics of the canopy may be
affected or it may even result in a canopy stall (which could result in injury or death).
The situations mentioned above are more likely to occur when a canopy is hastily switched from
one set of risers to another. If the guide rings on both sets of risers are not located the same
distance from the connector links, the steering toggles must be moved to another location on the
steering line.
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section 2 : reserve assembly procedures