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Strong Enterprises owner’s manual. Para-Cushion model 303 Back
11236 Satellite Blvd. Orlando, FL 32837 Tel.: (407) 859-9317 Fax: (407) 850-6978
www.strongparachutes.com
4.0 Prepare Parachute for Packing
Lay the harness, container and canopy down on the table with the wearer facing down. Apply
tension using tensioning devices.
Gather the appropriate tools as listed in Section 3.0. Always count your tools to ensure you
don’t leave any in the packed parachute.
5.0 Inspection
Inspect the entire assembly for completeness and any damage.
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Inspect pilot chute and bridle.
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Check that the Larks head knot on the pilot chute is secure.
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Inspect Apex area.
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Check over entire canopy for damage.
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Inspect lines for damage.
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Check line sequence and control lines.
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Perform a complete suspension line continuity check.
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Check that the screws are tight in the L-Bars.
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Check that links are tight in the L-Bars.
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Inspect Harness and Container assembly.
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Check that the elastic stow bands stretch and are in good condition.
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Check tackings for tightness and condition.
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Inspect Hardware for functionality and condition.
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Inspect Harness for nicks, abrasions and sun damage.
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6.0 Canopy Spec Chart
CANOPY:
MIL. LOPO
REG. LOPO
MID-LITE
LITE
Diameter
26 ft
26 ft
26 ft
26 ft
Canopy weight (lbs/kg)
7.75 /3.50
7.5/3.40
7.4/3.35
7.3/3.30
Max. total suspended weight (lbs/kg)
254/115
254/115
254/115
175/80
Max. deployment speed (kts)
150
150
150
130
No. of gores
24
24
24
22
No. of panels per gores
4
4
4
3
Suspension line strength lbs/kN
650/2.9
650/2.9
400/1.78
400/1.78
Radial tape strength lbs/kN
250/1.11
250/1.11
200/0.89
200/0.89
Canopy Cloth
Ripstop Nylon
Ripstop Nylon
Ripstop Nylon
Ripstop Nylon
Canopy Cloth porosity (CFM)
30-50
30-50
30-50
30-50
Suspension line material
Braided Nylon Braided Nylon Braided Nylon Braided Nylon
No. Circular reinforcing tapes
3
1
1
1
Turn speed (360 degrees)
6-8 sec
6-8 sec
6-8 sec
5-7 sec
Forward Speed (MPH/km/h)
6-8/10-12
6-8/10-12
6-8/10-12
8-10/12-16
Opening time (varies w/ speed)
1.1-2.5 sec
1.1-2.5 sec
1.1-2.5 sec
1.1-2.5 sec
TSO Category
C-23c Cat.B
C-23c Cat.B
C-23c Cat.B
C-23b
Rate of Descent fps/mps
w/225 lbs/100 kg
(Lite w/175 lbs/80 kg)
18.6/5.7
18.6/5.7
18.6/5.7
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