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PERIODIC REPACKING
Even though the Emergency System should remain in good conditions
and open properly over a number of years, we strongly recommend that
the parachute be repacked by a certified parachute rigger or other
authorized person once every 6 – 9 months.
Packing by an unqualified person is undertaken at pilot’s own risk.
IDENTIFICATION
On the canopy where the lines join the skirt, there is an MAC
stamp with the serial identification number and the size of the
parachute. The manufactures identification is also sewn onto the
skirt. In any query to MAC, please refer to this identification
number.
ATTACHMENT PROCEDURE
To attach the parachute to your harness, please consult your
dealer or other authorized person. Many different types of
harness exist on the market and every harness requires a custom
fit of the emergency parachute. Make sure that the parachute is
installed on the harness in a way that will prevent accidental
opening, but will insure a safe fast deployment in case of
emergency.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This parachute has a pulled down apex (P.D.A). In addition to
the lines attached to the perimeter (skirt) of the canopy, there is
an extra central line, which pulls the center of the canopy down,
level with the skirt. This configuration provides the fastest
possible opening of the parachute and greatest efficiency.
For maximum safety, please study this manual thoroughly before
flying with the MAC EMERGENCY SYSTEM. Familiarity with
all its features will add your confidence and peace of mind in the
air.
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DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY AND WARRANTY
Taking into consideration the risk inherent in Paragliding and Hang-
gliding, it must be expressly understood that the Manufacturer and the
Seller do not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses and direct or
indirect damages following the use or misuse of the product.
It must be clearly understood that this is an emergency system designed to
be used as a last chance to reduce pilot’s speed of descent in the event of
emergency during flight. It must obviously be used and controlled by
pilots who fully understand the abilities and the limits both of the glider
and of the emergency parachute.
Emergency systems must be understood to provide the best chance of
rescue, not an absolute guarantee of safety. Operating the emergency
system without a real necessity may cause serious problems especially be
at low height. Furthermore, the device is delicate and can easily be
damaged by accidents, alterations, modifications, mistakes, shocks,
improper use or insufficient maintenance for which the Manufacturer and
the Seller can not be considered responsible.
The liability of the Seller is limited to replacement of parts found upon
examination by the manufacturer to be defective in workmanship or
material within 90 days after purchase and which have not been caused by
accidents, tampering, alterations or misuse.
TECHNICAL DATA
Aegis 33
Aegis 38
SE 43
Aegis 63
Canopy area (m
2
)
33
38
43
63
Number of lines
24
24
16
20
Weight of system (kg)
2,3
2,5
3
4,6
Total hook-in weight (kg)
105
125
140
230
