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CHAPTER II.
Instructions for the packing of the parachute
1.
General instructions
1.1. The parachute can only be packed by a person authorized to pack the
parachutes.
1.2. Prior to the parachute packaging it is necessary to check the completeness
and technical state.
1.3. Defects are eliminated by replacing defective parts or by repairing them.
1.4. The parachute repair is performed as per the technical conditions for repair
works No. O-1-15.
1.5. The parts replacement and repairs must be recorded in the parachute
logbook.
1.6. The sealing of ripcord pins will be completed by means of green threads
with 4.5 to 7.5 N strength.
1.7. The sealing of portable bag closing will be completed by means of red
threads with 49 to 68.8 N strength.
1.8. During the parachute packing, we recommend to protect the canopy from
direct sunlight.
2.
Inspection of the parachute before packaging
2.1.
The inspection is completed in the sequence below:
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Pilot chute
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Bridle
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Canopy with lines
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Harness
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Container
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Ripcord
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Back padding
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Portable bag
2.1.1 Inspection of the pilot chute
Check the fabric, seams, and metal grommets on the tapes for damage.
If the spring is seriously damaged or broken, the pilot chute is replaced
with new one.
Check the tapes for sewing with the metal grommets to the spring and
their position in the spring base centre.
2.1.2. Inspection of the bridle
The cavity strap and sewing are checked for damage.
2.1.3 Inspection of the canopy
The canopy is checked stretched against the light. Check the fabric,
tapes and sewing for damage. After the canopy inspection, check the
suspension and steering lines.
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