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MAINTENANCE & CARE
INTRODUCTION
The secret to extending the life of your new harness and container system is performing periodic
inspections and maintenance. The inspections and maintenance that will be discussed go beyond
a normal gear-check before boarding a plane. Under most circumstances, the Vector 3 requires
very little maintenance unless it is subjected to abnormal or harsh conditions. Remember, you
entrust your life to the skydiving equipment you have chosen. It is your responsibility to ensure
that equipment remains in optimum working order.
INSPECTING YOUR VECTOR 3
The best approach to rig maintenance is to spend a few minutes performing a periodic, detailed
inspection of the rig. The inspection should be performed at least once per month. Obviously, the
more you use your equipment, the more frequently you should inspect it. If any wear or damage
is found, have it fixed immediately. In addition to inspecting the rig yourself, ask your rigger to
inspect the entire assembly every time the reserve is repacked. If you have ANY questions regarding
the condition of your harness and container system, do not hesitate to ask a rigger or the
manufacturer to take a look at it.
GEAR INSPECTIONS SHOULD COVER ALL PARTS OF YOUR HARNESS
AND CONTAINER SYSTEM, WHILE PAYING PARTICULARLY CLOSE
ATTENTION TO THESE AREAS:
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Cutaway System
Refer to the 3-Ring section in this chapter for detailed information on inspecting the canopy
releases.
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Reserve System
This includes the reserve ripcord, closing loop, pins, handle, housing, container and associated
sewing. You should NOT attempt any repairs or modifications to ANY of these items unless you
are a rigger. You can, however, identify smaller problems before they become more severe. Some
items to look for would include kinks in the reserve ripcord cable, frayed or worn closing loop,
frayed stitching on the container, etc.
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Harness
The harness should be inspected periodically for broken stitching or frayed webbing.
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Main Container
Inspect the plastic stiffeners in the container flaps and have replaced any that are broken. Replace
any grommets that are deformed, nicked, damaged, or that are pulling out of their setting.
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Main Pilot Chute
Check the centerline (the length of nylon line inside the pilot chute that extends from the handle
to the base) of the main pilot chute. It must be firmly sewn at each end; there must be no broken
stitches or torn fabric. Inspect the seam that joins the pilot chute mesh to the pilot chute fabric. If
the mesh is torn or badly frayed, replace the pilot chute.
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