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MILITARY CYPRES USER'S GUIDE

Airtec GmbH

Page 51

Freebag
(suspension lines are not
indicated)

CYPRES’ release
elements are
already in place

Packing

There is a simple technique using two special lines made of CYPRES loop material
(soft bodkins) together with the CYPRES pull-ups. These lines and pull-ups will be
shipped with every CYPRES ordered for a two-pin system. The packing procedure
is described on the next pages.

Schematic drawing of a two-pin Pop Top reserve system with CYPRES:

Содержание CYPRES

Страница 1: ...Cypres User s Guide...

Страница 2: ...ays have time to deploy your reserve canopy yourself and that situations requiring use of an automatic opener always happen to others We do hope that you will never have such trouble and that your CYP...

Страница 3: ...y CYPRES with relative adjustment method 24 4 4 1 2 Altitude adjustment using the calculator relative adjustment method 25 4 4 2 Changing altitude reference absolute adjustment method 27 4 4 2 1 Examp...

Страница 4: ...of one pin Pop Top reserve containers 48 8 4 Packing of two pin Pop Top reserve containers 49 8 4 1 Additional notes to the Racer and Racer Elite 55 9 Abbreviated User s Guide 56 10 Changing the Cont...

Страница 5: ...ange to the special mode which provides extended operation possibilities for special applications The altitude adjustment is explained in one of the following chapters CYPRES is an invisible guardian...

Страница 6: ...de adjustments are made and a release unit EOS Two release units are used on dual pin systems processing unit Never ever pull lift carry along or dare to throw around CYPRES by one of its cables contr...

Страница 7: ...the rig s system because it does not pull the ripcord pin out of the closing loop but actually cuts the loop inside the reserve container to release the pilot chute This method is exclusive to CYPRES...

Страница 8: ...piston plastic coating stainless steel body The distance which the piston moves in case of an activation is approx 5 mm The cutter assembly EOS is completely self contained In the event of activation...

Страница 9: ...self test routine is repeated several times within a short interval the displayed battery voltage will not be constant This is normal and has nothing to do with the technical components of CYPRES but...

Страница 10: ...code This error code indicates why the activating process was abandoned see page 25 2 CYPRES has fail safe error detection Two processes are activated in CYPRES once the unit has been switched on a pr...

Страница 11: ...Student CYPRES for two pin container Tandem CYPRES for one pin container Tandem CYPRES for two pin container Meter Feet version Every CYPRES model except for the Military version is offered with an al...

Страница 12: ...to either the switch on pressure altitude or a reference pressure value from the DZ See Chapter 4 4 for procedures to set the DZ elevation The Military CYPRES will activate at approximately 1000 feet...

Страница 13: ...is imperative to avoid twisting or pulling forces on the cable connections during installation or removal as well as during normal usage In the following sections 3 1 3 2 and 3 3 you will find additio...

Страница 14: ...labeled nylon pocket which is supplied with every CYPRES Excess cable is stowed in the flat part of the pocket underneath the velcro adjustable flap If you have to stow both the thinner EOS cable and...

Страница 15: ...orrect diameter Polyamide material and the top except for 1 2 above the disc must also be silicone impregnated but see page 40 for special instructions concerning single pin pop top containers The sil...

Страница 16: ...S GUIDE Airtec GmbH Page 15 3 3 Control unit The control unit is placed underneath the top flap next to the ripcord pin or on the front of the rig 4 digit display LED light push button control unit p...

Страница 17: ...t and is therefore visually pleasing Alternatively the transparent pouch supplied with the installation kit can be hand sewn or machine stitched under the reserve top flap The control unit is then pus...

Страница 18: ...y four 4 millimeters Once the control unit has been mounted make sure that it cannot interfere with the reserve container opening the ripcord the pin s Inside the reserve container the nylon pockets s...

Страница 19: ...on like a click You should familiarize yourself with switching CYPRES on and off and changing reference altitudes chapters 4 2 4 3 and 4 4 prior to installing and using it The push button is the only...

Страница 20: ...finished the unit will run through its self test Initially the display will show the number 9999 and then a rapid countdown ending in 0 The countdown will take 29 seconds and will be interrupted three...

Страница 21: ...tude change is desired follow the same procedure for turning on the CYPRES except hold the button down after pressing it for the fourth time If a CYPRES with a Relative altitude adjustment configurati...

Страница 22: ...e landing takes place in an area with an elevation greater than 30 feet 10 m above or below the drop zone level Or on the return journey to the drop zone the ground elevation changes similarly The uni...

Страница 23: ...air pressure it is very important that you obtain the absolute air pressure inside the cabin and at the landing site not the sea level pressure or the altimeter setting Alternatively if you do not for...

Страница 24: ...120 hPa lower than at the drop zone an example for an altitude adjustment The speed with which the numbers change is not constant If the button is pressed the numbers change in the beginning at unifo...

Страница 25: ...landing point is at an elevation of 10 000 feet absolute air pressure 697 hPa For the altitude adjustment you require two absolute air pressure values that at the starting point CYPRES calibration and...

Страница 26: ...ethod to do the altitude adjustment by entering the absolute air pressure values is described If the calculator shows values which appear above a red line these values exceed the calculator s range an...

Страница 27: ...itude above sea level the setting looks like this 2 Keep the discs aligned Now look for the landing altitude on the inner disc The number aligned on the outer disc will show you the number hPa to be s...

Страница 28: ...ssed again the numbers change again at the slow rate The procedure of pressing releasing and pressing again can be repeated as often as required It is important to note that if the button is released...

Страница 29: ...0 feet approx 13 500 meter ASL the CYPRES switches itself off after 8 seconds The display is blank indicating that the desired adjustment is outside the programmed parameters When trying to set a pres...

Страница 30: ...rox 466 hPa The absolute air pressure inside the cabin is 898 hPa corresponds with approx 3 300 feet ASL The intended parachute landing point is at an elevation of 10 000 feet absolute air pressure 69...

Страница 31: ...the following vital points are to be considered Use this calculator for Absolute Adjustment Military CYPRES Units only Abs Adj nomenclature on Control Unit Small inaccuracies can occur with the use of...

Страница 32: ...t altimeter setting at the target virtual DZ e G DZ altimeter setting 30 15 inches HG 2 Keeping the discs carefully aligned find the virtual DZ field elevation above sea level feet MSL on the inner di...

Страница 33: ...in the installation pocket or on the outside of the processing unit we recommend that you send CYPRES back to us with a short description of what happened We will inspect it to ensure its continued s...

Страница 34: ...end the unit back to the 8994 manufacturer 8993 8992 8990 5 Errors Display If the unit once failed the self test due to low battery voltage error code 8999 or 8998 it is absolutely necessary to change...

Страница 35: ...milar time not including the pack job For either removal or reinstallation both the reserve and the main containers must be empty It is necessary to work very carefully making sure that the unit s cab...

Страница 36: ...battery requires a gentle hand a calm mind a bit of skill and some time It is not a procedure to be rushed through Do not open the battery compartment without having a good reason Battery replacement...

Страница 37: ...raight up approx one centimeter until their lowest point is at level with the edge of the opened battery compartment Then tilt the battery carefully as shown and place them outside of the container up...

Страница 38: ...ompartment Make sure that the two poles to which the battery cables have been soldered are facing the container and that both cables are pointing upward Place the plug connecting both battery cables o...

Страница 39: ...down into their holes do not turn them when advancing Once both screws are down tighten them with approximately four cautious clockwise turns once their threads have been engaged The battery contains...

Страница 40: ...cket by their grips and connect them by pushing together with a smooth STRAIGHT motion until you feel a slight click 6 3 Changing the release unit A release unit which has activated can be changed in...

Страница 41: ...the same methods used during the manufacturing process methods for checking and measuring all aspects of the unit s accuracy in order to ensure it will function properly even in extreme conditions Ple...

Страница 42: ...d aircraft make sure that the cabin remains open when the turbines are started up Leave a window a door or the ramp open a bit until after lift off This will ensure that cabin pressure cannot build up...

Страница 43: ...pilots If you switch on CYPRES in the airplane the air pressure in cabin has to be constant during the self test and the adjustment If the air pressure fluctuation is too high the CYPRES will not fun...

Страница 44: ...llimeters in the case of a two pin container The loop material has a diameter of approx 1 6 millimeters and a tensile strength of approx 180 kp The threaded area where the loop is pulled through itsel...

Страница 45: ...nd main compartments of the container 2 On one pin containers in which the release unit has been placed above the pilot chute there will be extra thickness 8 4mm caused by the release unit s placement...

Страница 46: ...technique Installation using this technique will not take significantly longer than the procedure previously used with the added advantage that the entire loop system will have a higher tensile stren...

Страница 47: ...MILITARY CYPRES USER S GUIDE Page 46 Airtec GmbH Sketch of loop attachment mark loop length knot 1 knot 2 knot 2 knot 1 knot 1...

Страница 48: ...letely with silicone If two one pin loops are used the looped ends of the CYPRES loops should be impregnated with silicone except for 1 2 next to the disc Make sure that the loop can run freely throug...

Страница 49: ...op needs to be replaced use an identically made loop of original CYPRES loop material For one pin Pop Top systems Airtec recommend that the closing loop is not silicone impregnated If your CYPRES is f...

Страница 50: ...t runs in the running loop channel which is provided with every 2 pin CYPRES installation set The running loop is easy to change just pull a new one through A 16cm ca 6 3in running loop housing is sup...

Страница 51: ...loop should be sewn with nylon type E thread or similar material by hand or machine Both ends of the stitching should be locked 2 pin loops provided by Airtec are not treated with silicone please impr...

Страница 52: ...king There is a simple technique using two special lines made of CYPRES loop material soft bodkins together with the CYPRES pull ups These lines and pull ups will be shipped with every CYPRES ordered...

Страница 53: ...together with your CYPRES With the soft bodkins pull the pull ups through the freebag the release elements and the bottom of the container This is just a schematic drawing In reality the packing band...

Страница 54: ...aced at the edge of the packing table it will be possible to step into the resulting loop with one foot creating enough force to close the container with little effort In order to facilitate introduct...

Страница 55: ...the grommets at the bottom of the container serving as a mechanical aid for the closing of the flaps The release elements in their elastic housings are mobile enough to allow temporary displacement w...

Страница 56: ...S TSO standards apply you must use the quick loop system in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions For both Running loops and quick loops however you must use CYPRES polyamide loop material D...

Страница 57: ...er in the aircraft When airfield and dropzone are in the same place always switch CYPRES on or off and back on again when it arrives at the dropzone by any means other than under an open canopy e g by...

Страница 58: ...ing s and cable housings If a retrofit with the installation of a CYPRES set up is necessary a new CYPRES set up kit can be obtainable from the nearest CYPRES dealer or SSK If you intend to use your C...

Страница 59: ...e counter with other luggage When doing so make sure that CYPRES has been switched off However it could still happen that your gear will be X rayed during a luggage check or because you have decided t...

Страница 60: ...00 hPa up to 1 075 hPa Operating range above sea level 500m to 20000m 1600 feet to 65500 feet Functioning period 14 hours Battery life in special mode approx 300 hours Maintenance 4 and 8 years from d...

Страница 61: ...S Cable length of control unit approx 670mm Volume approx 165cm Weight approx 262 gram Activation altitude approx 225m approx 750 feet Activation speed approx 35m sec 78mph Special data for the STUDEN...

Страница 62: ...ange the original period of guarantee 24 months When the unit is returned to the manufacturer it must be packed in the original box or an equivalent shipping package No claims will be accepted if the...

Страница 63: ...on device CYPRES Cybernetic Parachute Release System is free from electromagnetic interference in accordance with order no 1045 1984 of Deutsche Bundespost Deutsche Bundespost was informed of the rele...

Страница 64: ...reserve canopy at an appropriate altitude whenever necessary All investigations and experiments performed during the product s development and all field tests accompanying trial and production phases...

Страница 65: ...ference 21 23 24 Base jump 41 Battery 8 35 36 37 38 Battery replacement 35 Battery voltage 35 Bodkins 49 54 55 Calculator 25 26 30 31 Changing battery 36 37 38 Changing Container 57 Changing release e...

Страница 66: ...10 59 Military CYPRES 10 59 Military Tandem CYPRES 10 59 Minimum altitude 41 Off DZ landing 21 56 One day service 57 One pin container 45 One pin Pop Top 48 Operational safety 9 Packing 43 45 47 48 4...

Страница 67: ...GmbH Safety controls 58 Saltwater 32 Screws 35 38 Self test 9 20 Size 59 60 Special mode 42 Standard mode 21 41 Summary 56 Switch off 20 Switching on 19 Switching on procedure 19 Switching on sequenc...

Страница 68: ...discs 2 support discs 1 strip of velcro 1 strip of velcro 1 pull up 1 running loop housing 2 soft bodkins 2 pull ups 2nd bag 1 loop 1 2 pin loop for user owner 1 pull up 2 pull ups 1 support disc 2 s...

Страница 69: ...will be accepted with regard to the use of information contained in this manual This manual was compiled with due care Airtec GmbH Safety Systems and all persons and institutions involved in the tran...

Страница 70: ...AIRTEC GmbH Mittelstra e 69 33181 Bad W nnenberg Germany Tel 49 2953 9899 0 Fax 49 2953 1293...

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