Section 3: Deploying the Bambi Bucket
Deployment Instructions
2012 Bambi Max Operations Manual
(Version A)
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Connecting Power
The Bambi MAX’s electrical supply is connected through a breakaway plug. The purpose of the plug is to
offer a clean “breakaway” if the Bambi MAX has to be jettisoned from the aircraft in an emergency. If the
control cable is not secured to the longline, duct tape should be wrapped every 24-36" to prevent any damage
to the cable.
Checking Suspension Cable Length
Overall lengths of Bambi buckets with standard rigging are provided on the next page of this manual. Before
using the Bambi bucket, check for the maximum total length. To determine this length, measure the distance
from the cargo hook to the front tip of the tail rotor on the helicopter you will be using and subtract 6” (152
mm). To determine overall bucket length:
1.
Stretch out the bucket on the ground; secure the head.
2.
Pull out the dump valve fully, pulling taut to ensure the suspension cables are straight.
Warning
Using a Bambi bucket with a greater overall length than the distance from
the cargo hook to the front tip of the tail rotor on your helicopter could re-
sult in a tail rotor strike and possible loss of control of the helicopter which
could result in injury or death.
Measuring the bucket. If a Firesock is to be used, attach first and then measure to the bottom of
the sock. See Section 4: Flight Operations for information on how to use the Firesock.