RI-1313-(2) Revision 1.0
5/3/2001
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3.3 Reserve Static Line Lanyard (RSL) System
Concept:
The Reserve Static-line Lanyard or RSL system is a lanyard
attached from the left main riser to a ring around the reserve ripcord
cable. Upon jettisoning a malfunctioned main canopy the lanyard
automatically pulls the cable which pulls the pin on the reserve ripcord.
This results in activation of the reserve with a minimum loss of altitude.
Through the use of the RSL system, a greater degree of safety is
realized.
It must be stressed however, that the RSL is simply a backup to
manual activation of the reserve ripcord In the event of a malfunction,
the jumper must pull the reserve ripcord manually even though the RSL
may activate the reserve faster. There have been fatal cases where the
RSL has been disconnected but the jumper waited for the RSL
activation.
Installation -
Telesis 2
The
Telesis 2
RSL System must be installed when the reserve is packed
since the reserve ripcord MUST pass through the ring as the ripcord is
installed.
Step 1
Install ring end of RSL lanyard first. Mate ring end of lanyard
to Velcro on underside of reserve top flap. Route ripcord through metal
housing and through ring on RSL lanyard. Route ripcord pin through
opening in underside of reserve top flap
(Figure 34)
and out between
inner and outer layers of top flap.
Step 2
Insert stiffened end of RSL lanyard into sleeve which protrudes
from inside upper corner of 3-Ring cover. Loose end of RSL lanyard
with snap shackle faces forward.
(Figure 35)
Step 3
Attach RSL snap shackle to ring on left riser.
(Figure 36)
It is important that lanyard is routed directly from pin to left riser
without passing under, around or through any housings or other
attachments.
INCORRECT RSL ROUTING CAN RESULT IN POTENTIALLY
FATAL CONSEQUENCES!
If you have any doubts or questions about routing or installation of the Reserve Static-line Lanyard
System, the
Telesis 2
should not be jumped until it has been inspected by a competent Rigger familiar
with the system.
Figure 34
Figure 35
Figure 36
