RI-1313-(2) Revision 1.0
5/3/2001
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Step 6
Attach main deployment bag to canopy as follows:
a
. Install the RED canopy attachment loop to the top of the
main canopy by looping the large end through the ring or loop on the
top of the canopy. (
Figure 5
)
b.
Take the small end and place it through the grommet in the
top of the main bag. (
Figure 6
)
c.
Attach main pilotchute bridle, either T.O.P. or ripcord to
the canopy attachment loop with the #5 Rapide link provided.
(
Figure 6
) Trap the Ty-8 webbing yoke at the top of the bag inside
the Rapide link. Note that the canopy attachment loop and the main
bridle are the same color (normally red) while the yoke is yellow. By
using color coordination, it reduces the possibility of assembling the
system incorrectly. ALWAYS MATE COLOR TO COLOR.
Step 7
Set brakes by pulling steering lines down until locking loops
are just below guide rings on main risers. Insert main toggle upper
end into brake set loop on steering line. Align and press toggle onto
riser Velcro. Stow excess lower control line in Velcro keeper.
(
Figure 7
)
Step 8
Install rubber bands provided onto the bag. The main
parachute is now ready to pack according to canopy manufacturer’s
instructions.
Packing
When packing the main canopy, dress it approximately 4” wider
than bag (2” each side) to fill out sides and not concentrate bulk in the
center. For best appearance, bulk must be distributed evenly in the bag.
Route lines out the center and lock the two center locking stows. Lock
two outer locking stows and finish stowing lines to within 18” of
connector links.
Work air out of the bag at this time to flatten the bag prior to
placing it in container. Pick up bag and place it at bottom of the main
container. Route main risers over shoulders and deep into riser cover
channels on either side. Main toggles face inboard.
Place bag into main container with lines to the bottom of
container.
(Figure 8
)
FAILURE TO PLACE LINES TO THE
BOTTOM OF CONTAINER COULD RESULT IN A
PILOTCHUTE IN TOW.
Kneeling on bag, push it into corners of
container while pulling up on the side flaps.
Figure 6
Figure 5
Figure 8
Figure 7
