The STRAPLESS BI 3 is not suitable for winch towing.
7.3. Acro
The STRAPLESS BI 3 is not suitable for acro flying and SIV.
7.4. Tandem flying
Due to its dimension/function the STRAPLESS BI 3 is basically not suitable for solo flying.
8. MAINTENANCE
8.1. Maintenance harness
General care
ADVANCE recommends that you visually inspect the harness regularly for signs of wear. This includes checking the
general condition, the condition of the seams and straps and the functioning of the buckles. In addition, the rescue
parachute must be regularly aired and repacked. Any defects (damaged seams, webbing, etc.) must be repaired
immediately by the manufacturer or an authorized service center.
Warning
Do not make any modifications to your harness and never fly with a harness whose straps
are damaged in any way.
Warning
If the harness was used as part of a rescue emergency opening, the harness must then be
inspected by the manufacturer or an authorized service center.
Ultraviolet radiation, temperatures below -20°C and above +60°C, humidity, salt water, aggressive cleaning agents,
improper storage as well as mechanical stress (e.g. grinding on the ground) accelerate the aging process.
The life span of your harness can be extended considerably if you pay attention to the following points:
Allow wet or damp harness to dry completely at room temperature or outside in the shade. Repack the
reserve regularly.
Thoroughly rinse a harness that has been in contact with salt water with fresh water. Always repack the
reserve.
Clean the harness only with fresh water and neutral soap if necessary, never with solvents.
Check the main connection bridle between the harness and the reserve after every reserve deployment.
Have the harness checked by a qualified person after any very high loading (e.g. serious impact).
Inspect the harness regularly for defective seams and straps, especially the reserve connection and the
seams of the main carabiners.
Do not subject the harness to extremes of temperature and make sure it gets adequate ventilation, to
prevent condensation forming.
Do not expose the harness unnecessarily to the sun (UV radiation) before and after the flight.
Packing the reserve parachute
Most reserve parachute manufacturers recommend maintenance or repacking of the reserve parachute every 6
months to ensure reliable and quick opening at all times. If the reserve gets wet, damp or overheated, it must be
definitely repacked. We strongly recommend that you let a qualified person pack your reserve. ADVANCE also
strongly recommends that you regularly check the yellow locking cables in the locking loops of your harness. It is
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