SUN PATH PRODUCTS INC.

HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM (JA-101)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Sun Path Products Inc. requires that all of our products are
used in accordance with the Basic Safety Requirements that
are outlined by the governing or controlling parachute body
of the country in which the equipment is to be used.

404 W Edinborough Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376 USA • Tel+1 910 875-9002 • Fax +1 910 875-9272 • www.sunpath.com
SPP OWNER’S MANUAL 1 Rev:1 Date: 6-12-2015
 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Rev. 0 to Rev. 1

• Added Harness/Container System Part Number to Front Cover

• Updated Average Test Peak Forces Measured (Page 5)
• Updated Table of Contents
• Added Sun Path Approved AAD List (Located on Page 2-14)
• Updated Supplied Parts with Newest Split Lanyard RSL (Page 2-2)
• Updated Lanyard Pictures (Page 2-6)
• Updated Pictures of Routing Sky Hook RSL/Collin’s Lanyard (Page 2-7)
• Added Cutaway Cable Close Up Photo of Collin’s Lanyard (Page 2-8)
• Added Photo of NEW Floor Plate Diagram (as Figure 24 on Page 2-11)
• Updated Main Canopy Compatibility Chart (Page 4-4)
• Added New Section in Appendix for Sky Hook RSL Assembly for Containers
Manufactured Prior to February 2015 (Begins on Page 6-2)
• Added New Section in Appendix for Packing a Reserve without a Sky Hook for Odyssey
Containers Manufacturered Prior to February 2015 (Begins on Page 6-4)
• Added New Section in Appendix for Javelin Legacy Reserve Closing Instructions
(Begins on Page 6-10)
• Added QR Code to Front and Back Covers to Allow Quick Access to the Manual on
Sun Path Website

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 Thank you for your purchase of a Sun Path Products Inc. harness and container system!
We appreciate your business and we are confident you will enjoy skydiving more than
ever when you are jumping a Javelin or Javelin Odyssey. Read this manual and familiarize
yourself with the assembly, packing, wearing and care of our products. Also make sure your
rigger has this manual available when assembling, or re-packing your Sun Path harness and
container system. This owner’s manual is the first of its kind in skydiving offering not only a
printed presentation of assembly, packing and wearing of our products but also an interactive
experience where riggers and skydivers can watch video, and learn directly from our staff
riggers and engineers how to get the most out of your new Javelin or Javelin Odyssey!

WARNING
PARACHUTING IS A HAZARDOUS ACTIVITY AND THERE ARE INHERENT RISKS AND DANGERS
WHICH SOMETIMES CANNOT BE FORESEEN OR PREVENTED. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN
RESULT FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR ATTEMPTED USE OF ANY PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT. IN
USING THIS EQUIPMENT, THE USER ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH;
HOWEVER, YOU MAY SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCE THESE RISKS BY:

1. ASSURING THAT EVERY COMPONENT OF THE PARACHUTE SYSTEM HAS BEEN ASSEMBLED
AND PACKED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS;

2. OBTAINING PROPER AND THOROUGH INSTRUCTION, BY EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED

INSTRUCTORS, IN THE USE OF ALL OF YOUR EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING THE SUN PATH PRODUCTS,
INC. (“SUN PATH”) HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM;

3. OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH MANUFACTURERS’

INSTRUCTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS AND SAFE PARACHUTING PRACTICES AND
PROCEDURES.

PARACHUTE SYSTEMS, HOWEVER, SOMETIMES FAIL TO OPERATE PROPERLY, EVEN WHEN

PROPERLY ASSEMBLED, PACKED AND OPERATED, SO YOU RISK SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH
EACH TIME YOU USE THE PARACHUTE SYSTEM, INCLUDING THE SUN PATH HARNESS AND
CONTAINER SYSTEM.

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 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
PARACHUTE JUMPING INVOLVES DANGEROUS ACTIVITIES, AND THERE ARE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN RISKS
INVOLVED EACH TIME YOU MAKE A PARACHUTE JUMP. YOU CAN BE SERIOUSLY AND PERMANENTLY INJURED, OR
EVEN KILLED AS A RESULT OF YOUR PARTICIPATION IN PARACHUTE JUMPING.

THERE IS NO WARRANTY THAT THE EQUIPMENT WILL FUNCTION AS INTENDED, REGARDLESS OF HOW WELL IT IS
ASSEMBLED, PACKED, MAINTAINED OR USED. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR
ATTEMPTED USE OF ANY PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT.

THE BUYER OF THIS SUN PATH PRODUCTS, INC. (“SUN PATH”) HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM UNDERSTANDS
AND AGREES THAT BECAUSE OF THE UNAVOIDABLE DANGER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THE PRODUCT,
SUN PATH MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT
THAT SIMILAR HARNESSES AND CONTAINERS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN USED FOR PARACHUTE JUMPING. THE
HARNESS AND CONTAINER ASSEMBLY IS SOLD WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR USE. SUN PATH DISCLAIMS ANY
LIABILITY UNDER THE LAW, IN TORT OR OTHERWISE, FOR DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, WRONGFUL DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LOSS
OF USE OF EQUIPMENT, RESULTING FROM ANY MALFUNCTION, OR FROM ANY DEFECT IN DESIGN, MATERIAL,
WORKMANSHIP OR MANUFACTURING, WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE SELLER,
OR BY THE MANUFACTURER OF ANY PART, ACCESSORY, COMPONENT, OR APPLIANCE MADE A PART OF, OR
APPURTENANT TO, THE SUN PATH HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM. BUYER, BY BUYER’S USE OF THE SUN PATH
HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM, AND/OR BY ALLOWING IT TO BE USED BY OTHERS, WAIVES ANY CLAIM OF
LIABILITY ON THE PART OF SUN PATH AND ITS

DEALERS AND DISTRIBUTORS FOR PERSONAL INJURIES, WRONGFUL DEATH, LOSS OF CONSORTIUM, PROPERTY
DAMAGE AND LOSS OF USE OF THE HARNESS AND CONTAINER, OR OTHER EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED OR
DISTRIBUTED BY SUN PATH.

THE WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND THE OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF SUN PATH THEREUNDER,
ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF AND BUYER HEREBY WAIVES AND RELEASES, ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
AGREEMENTS, GUARANTEES, CONDITIONS, DUTIES, OBLIGATIONS, REMEDIES OR LIABILITIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE
OF PERFORMANCE, DEALING, USAGE OR TRADE, WITH RESPECT TO SUN PATH’S PERFORMANCE HEREUNDER,
AND BUYER AGREES THAT SUN PATH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES) SUFFERED BY BUYER, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BECAUSE OF ANY
DEFECT IN SUN PATH’S PERFORMANCE HEREUNDER. NO AGREEMENT OR UNDERSTANDING VARYING, ALTERING
OR EXTENDING SUN PATH’S LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE BINDING ON SUN PATH UNLESS IN WRITING AND
SIGNED BY BOTH SUN PATH’S AND BUYER’S DULY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE.

AS A CONDITION AND IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO PURCHASE THE SUN PATH HARNESS AND
CONTAINER SYSTEM AND/OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS THEREFOR, BUYER EXPRESSLY ASSUMES ALL RISK
OF DEATH, AND/OR PHYSICAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT TO BUYER AND/OR TO
OTHERS AS A RESULT OF THE USE, AND/OR MISUSE, OF THE SUN PATH HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM, AND
BUYER AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS SUN PATH OF AND FROM ANY AND ALL DAMAGES
WHICH MAY RESULT TO SELLER FROM ANY USE AND/OR MISUSE OF THE SUN PATH HARNESS AND CONTAINER
SYSTEM.

IF THE BUYER, DOES NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN THIS DISCLAIMER
OF WARRANTIES, BUYER’S SOLE REMEDY IS TO RETURN THE SUN PATH HARNESS

AND CONTAINER TO SUN PATH, BEFORE IT IS USED, AND WITHIN TWENTY-ONE (21) DAYS OF THE DATE ON
WHICH IT WAS RECEIVED BY BUYER, ALONG WITH A LETTER STATING THE REASON FOR ITS RETURN.

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 The Sun Path Products Harness and Container Systems were tested in accordance with
AS-8015A and is approved by the FAA under TSO C23c, Category B.

In October 2001 the Sun Path Products Harness and Container Systems were retested in
accordance with AS-8015 Rev. B and is approved under TSO C23d and QAC (1) 121:

Max Operating Exit Weight of : 300lbs (136 kg)

Max Operating Speed of: 170 knots (198 mph)
Average Test Peak Forces Measured: 7629.5 lbs.

The TSO label is located under the reserve pin cover flap on the Legacy, and behind the
warning label on the back pad on the Odyssey series.

If this label is not present or has been removed DO NOT PACK THE RIG.
Removal of the TSO label voids the TSO and all certification approvals.

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 Using This Manual
The purpose of this manual is to acquaint the rigger and prospective users with
the functions, packing procedures and other features of the Sun Path Products Inc. harness and
container systems. This manual should be read and understood by anyone who intends to use a
Sun Path Products harness and container system for sport parachuting. It is the responsibility of
the owner to be sure that the Sun Path Products harness and container system and all applicable
components are correctly assembled, packed, maintained and used. It is also the jumpers own
responsibility to assure that they themselves are qualified for participation in sport parachuting
activities.

The packing sections of this manual are designed to provide insight into the tips, tricks and
techniques developed and taught by the Engineering and Rigging team at Sun Path Products
since 1987. The conventions below are intended to assist you in the packing procedures and
techniques.

Tips and Tricks

Following the light bulb icon will be detailed descriptions of
the tips and tricks we use daily at Sun Path Products.

Navigation
This compass icon will give you a reason, understanding and
information on how the step you are currently working on
will affect later aspects of the rigging process.

Tools
When you see the tool icon, we will be specifying what tools
we use for each step and their condition standards.

The movie icon will direct you to a helpful video that is

specific to the step you are currently working on.
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
• INTRODUCTION..................................... 1 Closing the Pin Flap ........................................... 3-34
WARNING ................................................................. 3 Seal the Pin .......................................................... 3-36
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES ......................... 4 Placing the Pin Cover Flap ................................ 3-36
Using This Manual .................................................... 6 Shaping the Container ....................................... 3-36
• MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS ......... 1-1 The Packing Data Card ...................................... 3-38
Pre Jump Inspection.............................................. 1-2 The TSO Data Label ........................................... 3-38
3 Ring Release System Inspection ....................... 1-3 • MAIN ASSEMBLY ................................. 4-1
Donning the Harness ........................................... 1-4 Sun Path Supplied Parts ........................................ 4-2
Correct Friction Adapter Routings ..................... 1-4 Main System Inspection ....................................... 4-3
Storage..................................................................... 1-5 Assembling the Main System ............................... 4-3
Repairs .................................................................... 1-5 Main Container Compatibility ............................ 4-4
• RESERVE ASSEMBLY ........................... 2-1 Adjusting the Closing Loop Length .................... 4-5
Sun Path Supplied Parts .........................................2-2 Assembling the 3 Ring .......................................... 4-5
Required Tools ........................................................2-3 Connecting the RSL .............................................. 4-6
Reserve System Inspection ....................................2-4 Connecting the Parachute ................................... 4-7
Assembling the Reserve System ...........................2-5 Assembling the Toggles ........................................ 4-7
Reserve Canopy Compatibility .............................2-5 Setting the Brakes .................................................. 4-8
Sky Hook Reserve Static Line ..............................2-6 Continuity Check .................................................. 4-8
Installing the Release Handle ...............................2-7 Attaching The Stow Bands.................................... 4-9
Installing the Ripcord ............................................2-8 Connecting the Retrofit Bridle ........................... 4-9
Installing the AAD .................................................2-9 Connecting the Pilot Chute ............................. 4-10
Installing the Closing Loop ................................ 2-11 • PACKING THE MAIN CANOPY .......... 5-1
Attaching the Reserve to the Risers .................. 2-12 Cocking the Collapsible Pilot Chute ................... 5-2
Assembling the Toggles ..................................... 2-12 Reducing the Cocooned Canopy......................... 5-2
Setting the Brakes ................................................ 2-12 First S-Fold ............................................................. 5-3
Approved AAD List............................................. 2-14 Second S-Fold ........................................................ 5-3
• PACKING THE RESERVE ..................... 3-1 Bagging the Canopy .............................................. 5-4
The E Fold............................................................... 3-2 Stowing the Lines .................................................. 5-4
Reduction Folds ..................................................... 3-2 Placing the Bag ...................................................... 5-5
Flaking the Tail ...................................................... 3-4 BOC Closing Sequence......................................... 5-5
First S-Fold ............................................................. 3-4 Routing the Bridle ................................................. 5-7
Cocooning .............................................................. 3-6 Stowing the Pilot Chute ........................................ 5-7
Splitting the Canopy.............................................. 3-8 • APPENDIX............................................. 6-1
S-Folding the Long Split .................................... 3-10 Odyssey Reserve Static Line .................................6-2
Folding for the Ears ............................................ 3-12 Legacy Reserve Static Line ...................................6-6
Bagging the Canopy ........................................... 3-14 Pin Flap Display AAD ..........................................6-7
Setting the Safety Stow ....................................... 3-16 Assembling Dacron Steering Lines ......................6-7
Precision Paddling.............................................. 3-16 Packing without a Sky Hook .................................6-8
Stowing the Lines ............................................... 3-18 Javelin Legacy Reserve Closing ......................... 6-10
Placing the Free-Bag .......................................... 3-18 Release Cable Lengths........................................ 6-24
Packing with a Sky Hook RSL .......................... 3-22 Searing the Release Cable Ends ......................... 6-24
Seating the Reserve Pilot Chute........................ 3-28 Replacing the Release Handle ............................ 6-24
Pinning the Bottom Flap ................................... 3-32 3 Stow Deployment Bag...................................... 6-25
Placing the Reserve Ear Covers ........................ 3-32 Pull Out Closing Sequence................................. 6-26
Set the Angle of the Pilot Chute ....................... 3-34 Alternate Main Bridle Routing .......................... 6-29

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 SECTION ONE
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Pre Jump Inspection ........................................... 1-2

3 Ring Release System Inspection. ..................... 1-3
Donning the Harness ......................................... 1-4
Correct Friction Adapter Routings .................... 1-4
Storage ................................................................ 1-5
Repairs ................................................................ 1-5

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 AND REPAIRS

Before Using a Sun Path Products Harness and Container System

The user must read and understand this manual and be properly
qualified to participate in sport parachuting activities.

Pre Jump Inspection

1. Check both 3-Ring release assemblies and ensure that they are
assembled correctly and check to see that the release handle hook and
pile is securely attached to the main lift web.

2. Inspect the harness and hardware to determine whether it is showing

any signs of abrasion, fraying, nicks, unusual wear or any other visible
damage that may degrade it’s strength.

3. Check the reserve container for correct pin closure and routing of the
ripcord. Be sure the reserve ripcord handle is well seated in the hook and
pile pocket.

4. Check the main container closure for correct pin position and correct
routing of the bridle. The pile on the bridle must be mated to the
corresponding hook on the top flap.

5. The main pilot chute must be secure with the handle easily accessible.

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 3 Ring Release System Inspection
The procedures below should be done monthly. Immediate inspection is required if
the container has been subjected to abuse such as being dragged across the runway, a
water landing or excessive exposure to dust or sand.

1.Operate the 3-Ring release assemble on the ground. Extract the cable from the
housings only enough to disconnect the risers.
2. While the system is disassembled, closely inspect it for wear. Check the white
locking loops (the white loops that pass over the smallest ring and through the
grommet) to be sure they are not frayed.
3. Check the hook and pile on the release handle and main lift web to be sure it is
clean and adequately holds the handle.
4. Check the cable ends for a smooth finish. The ends are finished at the factory to
have a smooth, tapered surface. This prevents the cable from hanging up in the loop.
Check the cable ends and consult a rigger or the manufacturer if a burr or “hook” is
present.
5. Check the stitching, including that which holds the large rings to the harness.
6. Take each riser and vigorously twist and flex the webbing near where it passes
through each ring. The idea is to remove any set or deformation of the webbing.
Repeat the same procedure with the white loop.
9. Clean and lubricate the release cable with a food grade silicone spray. Spray lightly
onto a paper towel and firmly wipe the cable a few times.
8. Inspect the fittings at the end of each housing.
9. If any wear is found, consult a rigger or the manufacturer before using the harness
and container system.
10. Reassemble the system. Double check it. Make sure the risers aren’t reversed. It’s
important to maintain the system even more frequently in humid, dusty or freezing
conditions. If the harness and container system becomes immersed in mud or
muddy water, clean the 3-Ring release system with a mild solution of soap and water.
Any rusted components must be replaced.

AND REPAIRS
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 Donning the Harness
The Javelin harness was designed to put you securely into the rig.
2. Thread the chest strap through
1. With the leg straps at full the friction adapter. Lift the bottom
extension, step into the harness of the container up with your left
and pull the container over your hand as you tighten the chest strap
shoulders. with your right hand until it
is comfortably snug. Stow the
excess with the elastic keeper.

Fig.2
Fig.1
3. Tighten
your leg 4. Thread the excess
straps evenly through the elastic
until they are keepers and stow the
comfortably remainder in the leg
snug. pad pockets.
Fig.3 Fig.4

Correct Friction Adapter Routings

SP888 Leg Adapters
•Route the webbing through both pieces from
the underside.
•Pass the webbing above the top piece and
under the bottom piece.
•Secure the excess with an elastic keeper.
Fig.5

Quick Fit Chest Adapters

•Route the webbing through the frame from
the underside.
•Pass the webbing above the bar and back
under the frame.
•Secure the excess with an elastic keeper. Fig.6

AND REPAIRS
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 Storage
Textiles and other materials used in the manufacturing of parachute equipment to
include the harness/container systems are sensitive to the following environmental elements;
Water/humidity •Salt water •Ultraviolet rays (Sunlight) •All petroleum based products (oil,
grease) •Rodents, Pests •Smoke •Excessive heat •Chlorine (bleach)• Acid

While the parachute equipment is not in use it is recommended to store the gear in a gear
bag out of direct sunlight and in a room or closet where the temperature and humidity are
controlled.

Repairs
It is strongly recommended that all major repairs or modifications to a Sun Path Products
harness and container system be made at the manufacturing facility in Raeford, North Carolina
or by an authorized Sun Path Products certified repair facility.

At every repack cycle the entire harness and container system should be thoroughly inspected
by a certified and appropriately rated Parachute Rigger. Completion of this inspection and
annotation of A-I-P or A-I-R (Assemble•Inspect•Repack) on the packing data card implies that
the Rigger has inspected and deemed that harness and container system and all applicable
components to be airworthy and ready for use.

IF YOU NOTICE ANY SIGNS OF WEAR OR DAMAGE, HAVE YOUR

HARNESS AND CONTAINER SYSTEM THOROUGHLY INSPECTED BY A
CERTIFIED PARACHUTE RIGGER OR OUR MANUFACTURING FACILITY
IN RAEFORD, NORTH CAROLINA BEFORE THE NEXT USE.

AND REPAIRS
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 SECTION TWO
RESERVE ASSEMBLY

Sun Path Supplied Parts ...................................... 2-2

Required Tools..................................................... 2-3
Reserve System Inspection .................................. 2-4
Assembling the Reserve System .......................... 2-5
Reserve Canopy Compatibility ........................... 2-5
Sky Hook Reserve Static Line
(DOM February, 2015 or later) ............. 2-6
Installing the Release Handle ............................. 2-7
Installing the Ripcord ......................................... 2-8
Installing the AAD .............................................. 2-9
Installing the Closing Loop............................... 2-11
Attaching the Reserve to the Risers .................. 2-12
Assembling the Toggles .................................... 2-12
Setting the Brakes .............................................. 2-12
Approved AAD List ........................................... 2-14

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 ASSEMBLY
Sun Path Supplied Parts
1. Harness/Container (JA 101-(4) ...................................................................................................... A
2. Reserve pilot chute (PPC-RESP) ..................................................................................................... B
3. Reserve static line (JR007-10-SH) ................................................................................................... C
4. Red Sky Hook lanyard (PRIP-SH-LANYARD) ............................................................................ D
5. Sky Hook pin lanyard (PRIP-SH-RESRPIN) ................................................................................. E
6. Release/Cutaway handle (PHAND-CUTPHATDADDY) ........................................................... F
7. Reserve ripcord with Marine Eye (JP061-3) .................................................................................. G
8. Safety stow (PBAG-SSTOW) ......................................................................................................... H
9. Reserve free-bag and bridle (PBAG-FREE-SH) .......................................................................... I
10. Reserve toggles (PTOG-NVT) ...................................................................................................... J
11. Reserve closing loop (JR-PAAD-CYLOOP) ................................................................................ K
12. Reserve packing data card (PB007) .............................................................................................. L

Only reserve components manufactured by Sun Path Products

can be used with this harness and container system.
Thoroughly inspect all components before assembling.

A B

I
C
D
E

F K
J

G L
Fig.7

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 Required Tools
1. Tension tool................................................................................................................................ A
2. Aluminum paddle ..................................................................................................................... B
3. Wooden paddle.......................................................................................................................... C
4. 22 caliber rifle cleaning rod...................................................................................................... D
5. Line protector ............................................................................................................................ E
6. Pull up cord ................................................................................................................................ F
7. Temporary pin ........................................................................................................................... G
8. Crescent wrench ........................................................................................................................ H
9. Snips ............................................................................................................................................ I
10. Seals............................................................................................................................................ J
11. 8lb seal thread ........................................................................................................................... K
12. Seal press ................................................................................................................................... L
13. 6 mm crochet hook .................................................................................................................. M
14. Ruler ........................................................................................................................................... N
All tools must be free of any nicks, burrs, or dents that could cause damage to any part of
the harness and container or parachute system.

A
F

G H
C
J
I

D L
K

E
M N

ASSEMBLY Fig.8

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 Reserve System Inspection
The entire harness and container system and all applicable components must be
thoroughly inspected before deeming the system airworthy and ready for use.
An itemized checklist like the one below is recommended.

Harness/Hardware RSL/Sky Hook Assembly cont.

•Hardware functional and free of nicks, burrs, • No broken stitches on any part of
or scrapes assembly
•Hook and pile clean and in place •White lanyard free of damage
•No cuts, fraying or broken stitches on webbing •Sky Hook pin free of damage and secured to
or junctions white lanyard
•Housings free of damage and securely
•Red lanyard free of damage
attached
Container •RSL/Collin’s lanyard free of damage
•Collin’s lanyard correct size to yoke and
•Grommets seated securely without damage
stamped
•Sky Hook and green lanyard securely
•Plastic stiffeners intact and unbroken
attached to reserve bridle
•Fabric free of excessive wear or holes • Rings secure with no nicks,burrs or scrapes
•Arrow on Sky Hook pointing towards pilot
•No broken stitches
chute
•Green and red pockets secured to Sky Hook
•Hook and pile clean and in place
sub flap
•Elastics taut and in good condition
Ripcord/Release Handles Free-Bag and Reserve Pilot Chute
•No excessive kinks or dents in cutaway cables •Free of damage or tears in fabric
•Reserve ripcord pin undamaged •Grommets seated securely without damage
•Reserve ripcord cable free of any damage • Hook and pile secure and not frayed
•Free-bag is the correct size for the container
•Reserve ripcord steel swedge secure
system and QC stamped
•Reserve bridle secured to reserve pilot chute
RSL/Sky Hook Assembly
with a lark’s head knot
• Hook and pile secure and not frayed •Reserve pilot chute is QC stamped
•Reserve pilot chute spring free of damage or
• Snap shackle functioning
kinks Tbl.1

ASSEMBLY
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 Assembling the Reserve System
The performance standards outlined in the FARS Section 65.129 E and F state;
No certified parachute rigger may pack, maintain, or alter a parachute system in any manner that
deviates from procedures approved by the Administrator or the manufacturer of the parachute
system; or exercise the privileges of his certificate and type rating unless he understands the
current manufacturer’s instructions for the operation.
All applicable service bulletins for all Sun Path Products harness and container
system can be found at www.sunpath.com and can be provided upon the verbal or written request
of the user or certified parachute rigger.
Please read and understand all instruction and procedures of this manual
and service bulletins before exercising the privileges of your Parachute
Rigger’s Certificate or Foreign Equivalent.

Reserve Canopy Compatibility

• Do not install a reserve canopy larger than the sizing chart calls for as there are serious
safety issues that may arise from “over stuffing” a main or reserve container.
• When in doubt contact Sun Path directly with canopy/container zibility questions.

F-111 Low Bulk

Container
Reserve Reserve
Model
Canopy Canopy
RSK 106-120 113-126
RSK.5 106-120 113-126
RSK.1 106-120 113-126
NJK 113-120 126
DNKY 120-126 143
TJNK 126-135 143
TJNK.5 126-135 143
OJK 143-150 160
J1KS 143-150 160
J1KL 143-150 160
J2K 160-170 176
J3K 160-170 176
J4K 176-190 193
J4.5K 193-210 218
J5K 218-235 235
J6NK 235-245 235
J7NK 245-253
J8K 281
Tbl.2

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 Sky Hook Reserve Static Line
Assembly (DOM February, 2015 or later)
For Sky Hook RSL Instructions (DOM before
February, 2015) Refer to Pg. 6-2

For Non Sky Hook RSL Instructions Refer to Pg 6-4

For Legacy RSL Instructions Refer to Pg 6-6

Fig.9

Assembling the Lanyards

• With the white label facing up, pass the red

lanyard through the loop on the RSL
lanyard.

• In the same manner lark’s head the white

reserve pin lanyard to the RSL as pictured (c)

A B C
Fig.10

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 Routing the Sky Hook RSL Assembly

• Completely unfold the the RSL lanyard

channel located on the wearer’s right side
yoke. Ensure the cutaway cable passes
through the RSL split lanyard.
• Lay the lanyard assembly along the
outboard portion of the unfolded channel as
shown.
• Fold the channel with the lanyard assembly
back to its closed position so the mouth of
A B
the snap shackle faces outboard.
Fig.11

• Fold the red lanyard at the midpoint.

• Insert the red lanyard into the red pocket
on the Sky Hook sub flap.

Fig.12

Installing the Release Handle

See Pg. 6-24 for instructions on
Release Cable Lengths

• Insert the release cables into their

respective housings below the chest strap.
• Pull the extent of the long side cable out of
the first portion of the split housing.
• Seat the release handle into the
pocket and mate the hook and pile.
A B
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 • Pass the long side release cable through the
loop in the end of the Collin’s Lanyard and
continue to route the release cable into the
second portion of the spit housing.

Fig.14

Installing the Ripcord

• Route the reserve ripcord cable with

marine eye into the end of the reserve
ripcord housing on the main lift web.
• Seat the handle into the main lift web
pocket and mate the hook and pile.

A B
Fig.15

Routing the Marine Eye and White

Pin Lanyard

• Mate the hook on the white lanyard to the

pile on the reserve pin flap so the eye of the
pin faces the hook and pile.
• Route the pin through the marine eye
with the bevel of the marine eye facing the
insertion point of the pin.

A B
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 Installing the AAD
(See Pg. 2-14 for Approved AAD List)

If an AAD unit specific pocket is installed, follow the

AAD manufacturer’s instructions for installing the
unit into the pocket.

• Wrap the AAD unit’s excess cable around

the processing unit and secure with a rubber
band.
• Always avoid pulling, bending, twisting or
kinking the cables.
Fig.17

• Place the processing unit into the pocket so

that the cables lay flat across the bottom of
the pocket.
• Route the cables to the bottom left corner
of the pocket.
• Cover the exposed cables with the cable
protector.

A B
Fig.18

• Insert the tongue into the pocket above the

AAD processing unit.

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 Routing the Cutter

• Route the cutter into the end of the cable

channel closest to the AAD pocket.
• Work the cutter up the channel and out of
the gap across from the cutter elastic.
• Feed the cutter through the elastic keeper.
• Center the hole in cutter with the grommet

A B
Fig.20

Routing the Control Unit

For Pin Flap Display Instructions Refer to Pg 6-7

• Route the AAD control unit into the end of

the channel closest to the AAD pocket.
• Work the control unit up the cable channel
past the cutter cable and out the opening at
the other end of the channel.

A B
Fig.21

• Insert the control unit into the back pad

pocket, so the display is visible from the
other side.
• Check the AAD Initiating sequence before
continuing.

For Pin Flap Display Instructions Refer to Pg 6-7

A B
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 Closing Loop Length
53mm
Follow the AAD manufacturer’s
instructions for the washer threading and
the closing loop knot.
• All harness and container models can be A

closed with the same loop length range.

• The closing loop should be measured un-
56mm
stretched from the base of the washer and
should be between 2 1/8” (53mm) and 2 1/4”
(56mm) in length.
B
Fig.23

Installing the Closing Loop

• Route the end of the closing loop through

the grommet from the under side of the
reserve container floor plate.

• Be sure to thread the closing loop

through the hole in the AAD cutter.

Fig.24

Prepping the Risers

• Locate the midpoint in the canopy

attachment points of the reserve risers.
• Fold the outer edges into the center.
• Press firmly to set the butterfly fold in
place.

A B
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 Attaching the Reserve to the Risers

Follow the reserve canopy manufacturer’s

instructions for assembling the reserve
suspension lines using hard or soft links. A

B
Fig.26

Assembling the Toggles

With Finger Trapped Micro Line
For Dacron line instructions Refer to Pg 6-7
• Pass the reserve control line through the
guide ring on the rear reserve riser.
• From the under side, thread the
control line through the grommet in the
control toggle.
• Pass the bottom of the control toggle
through the loop in the control line
creating a lark’s head knot.
• Cinch the control line tight. A B C
Fig.27

Setting the Brakes

• Pull the lower control line and cat eye

through the guide ring on the reserve riser.
• Insert the top tab of the reserve toggle
through the cat eye.
• Secure the top and bottom tabs in the in
the keepers located on the reserve risers.
• Cinch the upper control line tight.

A B
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 • Thread a 6 mm crochet hook through both
parts of the elastic keeper from the bottom.
• S-fold the excess lower control line.
• Pull the S-folded lower control line
through the keeper.

Fig.29

Continuity Check

Perform a full continuity check and

inspection of the reserve canopy according
to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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 Approved AAD List
Sun Path Products Inc. has completed PIA TS112 testing and overall fit evaluations on the
below listed automatic activation devices (AAD) to determine compatibility with all Javelin
harness/container systems.

The following automatic activation devices are authorized for installation and determined
that when properly installed, do not interfere with the normal manual operation of our
harness container systems

Manufacturer Model
Airtec CYPRES
Airtec CYPRES 2
Airtec CYPRES C Mode
Advanced Aerospace Designs VIGIL
Advanced Aerospace Designs VIGIL 2
MarS m2
FXC Corporation 12000
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 SECTION THREE
PACKING THE RESERVE

The E Fold ...................................... 3-2 Placing the Free-Bag.................... 3-18

Reduction Folds............................. 3-2 Packing with a Sky Hook RSL .... 3-22
Flaking the Tail .............................. 3-4 Seating the Reserve Pilot Chute .. 3-28
First S-Fold .................................... 3-4 Pinning the Bottom Flap ............. 3-32
Cocooning ..................................... 3-6 Placing the Reserve Ear Covers ... 3-32
Splitting the Canopy...................... 3-8 Set the Angle of the Pilot Chute .. 3-34
S-Folding the Long Split.............. 3-10 Closing the Pin Flap .................... 3-34
Folding for the Ears ..................... 3-12 Seal the Pin ................................. 3-36
Bagging the Canopy .................... 3-14 Placing the Pin Cover Flap .......... 3-36
Setting the Safety Stow ................ 3-16 Shaping the Container ................ 3-36
Precision Paddling ...................... 3-16 The Packing Data Card................ 3-38
Stowing the Lines ........................ 3-18 The TSO Data Label .................... 3-38

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 THE RESERVE

Follow the instructions provided by the reserve

parachute’s manufacturer for Pro Packing.

See Pg. 2-12 for instructions on

Setting the Brakes

Fig.31

The E Fold

• Flaking out the fabric in between the seams

that connect the D lines to the Control line’s
attachment points will remove extra bulk
from the center of your canopy.

A B
Fig.32

Reduction Folds

• Reduce the width of the canopy by making

a single reduction fold to each flaked group.
• Starting with the top flaked group fold, the A
outer edge to the center.
• Repeat this fold on the next two flaked
groups down and then follow this
procedure on the opposite side of the
canopy.
B
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 E Fold
•The use of the E fold will help you create and manage a clear channel in the center
of your canopy once placed inside the free-bag. This is particularly helpful when
packing our small containers.

Reduction Folds
• With one hand in center, gently hold the fold in place , slide your free hand to
continue the fold in either direction. Your reduction folds should all come out to
an equal width.

Looking Forward
• Think of rigging as a chain of events, the step you are currently working on will
have an affect on the following steps.
• Even though you have just started to flake the canopy you should already be
thinking ahead on how the canopy will fit into the free-bag and how the free-bag
will fit into the container.

Before You Start

• Gather only the tools needed to pack this reserve system. Keeping your workspace
free of unnecessary items or tools will significantly reduce the possibility of packing
a foreign object into the container.
• Inspect your tools. Though parachute materials are durable, they can be damaged
by tools that have fallen into poor condition.

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 Ensure that both sides of the canopy are
symmetrical.

Fig.34

Flaking the Tail

• Dress the tail by folding the canopy at each

seam and aligning them down the center of
the canopy.
• When placing the seams down the center
of the canopy they will naturally lay in the
channel you created earlier.
• If necessary pull back the tail of the center
cell to allow for the first S-fold.

Fig.35

First S-Fold

• With your fingers between both line groups

and your wooden paddle on your fold point,
create the first fold so it’s finished length is A
equal to the length in between the free-bag’s
mouth and it’s center grommet.
• Place the slider grommets one inch back from
the outside of the fold and a few inches apart.

B
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 First S-Fold
• The edges of this first S-fold should come out square in shape and stacked evenly
on top of one another.

Slider Grommets
• Spacing your grommets will create a recess in the pack job big enough for the
AAD to fit into later on.
• The slider grommets can naturally move forward and closer together during the
bagging process. You can dress them again before you close your free-bag with the
safety stow.

Wooden Paddle
• Ensure that the paddle you use to manage the canopy is in like-new condition
and free of rough edges, splinters or burrs.

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 Cocooning

• Bring the tail of the canopy just below the

edge of your first S-fold.
• Place your knees on the corners to hold the
fold and tail in place with the center seam A
evenly dividing the canopy.
• Starting with the trailing edge seam of the
canopy under your knees, wrap the center
cell around your reduction folds.
• Leave the nose of the canopy exposed
outside of this cocoon. B
Fig.37

• Create tight square corners with the

trailing edge of the canopy and resume
holding them in place with your knees.
• Apply pressure to the top of the canopy to
pull tension on the top skin.
• With your free hand reduce the width of
the canopy to be a slightly smaller than the
width of the free-bag.

Fig.38

• Count the 3 nose cells on either side of

the center cell before making an S-fold and
sliding them under the cocooned canopy.

B
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 S Folding the Nose
• It is easiest to S-fold the nose under while your forearm and knee are holding
tension on the canopy. Using the arm that is pulling tension on the canopy, hold
the nose cells at the edge of the cacoon to create the first fold point. Place your
free hand at the mid point of the nose and slide it under the cocoon.

Reducing the Canopy

• Do not try to reduce the canopy width all at once, take your time and work
symmetrically from left to right until you achieve the ideal size.

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 Splitting the Canopy

• Place your knees on the trailing edge of the

canopy to hold the S-fold below in place.
• Start your split directly above the end
of your first S-fold, just behind the
corresponding imaginary line that divides
the free-bag’s length at the center grommet.
• This will be referred to as “the grommet
reference line” from here on out.

Fig.40

• Lock your wrists to your knees as you

pull the center seam towards you creating
according folds with your fingers.
• Try not to move the fabric from the
outside of the canopy.
• Accordion fold the center seam until you
reach the rib in the nose dividing the center
cell of the canopy.

Fig.41

• Now that the canopy is equally divided,

you can move the two halves away from the
center into a Y shape in order to help define
the split.
• After separating the two halves you can
run the center cell again to regroup the
accordion folds along the center seam.

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 Splitting the Ears
• Locking your wrists to your knees while creating your accordion folds will keep
the split point from straying up and away from the grommet reference line.

Splitting the Ears

• Splitting the ears now and S-folding the two halves separately will create an empty
channel in the center of the pack job. This will allow space for the pilot chute and
bridle.

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 The Roll Fold

• With your knees still securing the tail and

the first S-fold, pull tension on the rib of the
center cell to encourage this split to come
all the way to the first S-fold right on the
grommet reference line.
• Take a few inches of the nose and tail above
the label and roll them into one another so
they are in line with your grommet reference
point.
Fig.43

S Folding the Long Split

• Choose one of the long ears to work with

and bring it in line with your first S-fold,
perpendicular to the trailing edge of the
canopy.
• Now treat this one side as if it were a
separate canopy.
• Cocoon this side with the top skin to form
a long rectangle that is equal in width to one
half of the free-bag.
Fig.44

• Create a fold point by placing your thumb

in line with the top end of your first S-fold
directly on the grommet reference line.
• Hold the ear with your free hand an equal
distance above your thumb as the length of
the first S-fold you made earlier. This will
create the second fold point.

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 The Roll Fold
• The bulk of the center cell accordion folds can be stored behind the grommet line under
the tail skin that is cocooned over the first S-fold.
S-folding the Long Split
• By placing tension between your knee and one hand at the top of the ear, you can easily
dress the canopy with your free hand.
• This step is all about finesse. Maintain the rectangular shape of the ear as you dress the
canopy prior to making the next S-fold.

S-Folding The Long Split

• S-fold the ears with consideration for how the canopy will fit the free-bag’s length and
width.
• Secure the accordion folds by keeping pressure on the roll fold with your knee throughout
the next S-folds.

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 • With your thumb in place securing the
bottom fold point, pull the ear up and back
towards you as you move your knee out of
the way. Place the back of the S-fold in line
with trailing edge of the canopy.
• The remainder of the fold will lay in place
squarely on top.
• Secure this S-fold and the one beneath it
with your knee and repeat this fold with the
other half of the canopy.
A B
Fig.46

Folding for the Ears

• Make the width and length of these S-folds

smaller than the actual width of the free-bag
molar.
• The fold point for the ears should line up with
the end of the free-bag. A
• Once the fold is created lift you knee slightly
to allow you to tuck the excess in between the
previous S-fold.

B
Fig.47

• Secure this fold and all the folds

below with your knee as you repeat these
steps with the other half of the canopy.
• At this stage you should have your
canopy folded to the exact shape of your
free-bag.

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 Folding For the Ears
• Use light pressure on the S-folds when controlling them with your knees so as not
to deform the wedged shape you are working towards.

Folding For the Ears

• Before creating your ear folds, check that the S-folds you have created are going to
fit between the mouth of the free-bag and the grommet reference line in the center
of the free-bag. Making sure every fold fits the free-bag will ensure that the bagging
process goes smoothly.

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 Bagging the Canopy

• Start with one side of the canopy.

• Fold the bottom flap of the free-bag back
on itself so it lies flat on the floor.
•Work as much of the free-bag as you can
over one ear while your knees are still
securing the S-folds.

A B
Fig.49

• Work the free-bag around one side of the

canopy and continue to place as much ear
into the molar as possible.
• Pull the bottom flap out from underneath.
• Resume light pressure on this side with
your knee.
• Repeat these steps on the opposite side.

A B
Fig.50

• Check the slider’s grommet placements.

• Make sure they are horizontal to the floor,
set back from the trailing edge of the canopy
and far enough apart to create a space for the
AAD.

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 Bagging
• The underlying goal of bagging the canopy is to fit the free-bag around the canopy
with as little movement to the canopy as possible.

Bagging
• After you have worked the free-bag around the canopy, it is normal to have an
inch or two of canopy outside of the free-bag. We will dress this after closing the
free-bag with the safety stow.

• If your slider grommets are allowed to turn vertical to the floor it will create a
barrier keeping the AAD unit from settling into the reserve pack job. This will
force the AAD into the space needed for the main canopy.

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 Setting the Safety Stow

• Make a needle fold out of the bridle and thread it

through one side of the safety stow.
• Thread the other side of safety stow through the
opposing grommet on the bottom flap of the free-bag. A
• Leave 2 inches of slack in the line group before the
first bite of the stow.
• Once the first stow is secure, remove the needle
fold and pass the safety stow through the opposing
grommet to make your closing stow.
• We recommend that each line group bite through the
safety stow to be approximately 1.5 in (38mm) long. INCORRECT B
Fig.52

Precision Paddling

• Start by placing the free-bag on it’s side.

• Insert the tapered end of your wooden paddle
down the side of your free-bag above the canopy
until the end is even with the crease of the ear fold. A
• Rotate the paddle into this fold and push the fold
deeper into the ear of the free-bag filling it out
completely and evenly.
• As you do this be careful not to unroll the ear
fold.
B
Fig.53

• Now insert your wooden paddle between the

first and second S-folds, on the same side of
the free-bag.
• Gently push this fold straight back and
deeper into the free-bag. A

• Rotate the free-bag back the way it came and

onto the other side to repeat these steps.
• You can work each side of your canopy a little
at a time back and forth until it is fully in the
free-bag.
B
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 Safety Stow
• Using your bridle to secure one end of the safety stow will free up
both of your hands for making the first line stow.
Precision Paddling
• To avoid inadvertently displacing any material as you insert the paddle, keep it
visible between the free-bag and canopy.

• It is important not to inadvertently create line twists by rotating the bag in one
direction as you are working back and forth with your paddle.

Safety Stow
• Leaving slack before your first bite will help prevent your slider grommets from
moving forward and together as you close the free-bag; ensuring a suitable space is
maintained for your AAD.

Precision Paddling
• Once you have the canopy in the free-bag, you can use a wooden paddle as an
extension of your hand to move the individual S-folds into their
proper location. This technique will help you fit the free-bag into the container as
well as the placement of your reserve pilot chute and bridle.

Wooden Paddle
• Ensure that the paddle you use to manage the canopy is in like-new condition and
free of rough edges, splinters or burrs.

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 • Return the free-bag to it’s original
position on the floor.
• You can now clear out the channel in the
center that you created earlier.
• Find the division between the two halves of A
your canopy and create as much free space as
possible in the center of the free-bag.

B
Fig.55

Stowing the Lines

• Rotate the free-bag so you can open your line

pocket.
• Cover the 1 inch hook with a pile line protector.
• Route the line group down the center to the
A
bottom of the pocket, then over to one corner.
• Figure eight the line group from one side of the
pocket to the other working towards you.
• Continue stowing the lines until you have 2-3
inches remaining.
• Remove the line protector and evenly
mate the hook and pile velcro of the free-bag. B
Fig.56

We recommend the use of silicon on closing loop.

Placing the Free-Bag
See Pg. 2-11 for instructions on
Closing loop Length

• Place the risers and free-bag into the container

with the line stow pocket laying flat against the
floor plate.
• As you place the free-bag into the container be
sure the excess line is clear of any obstruction.
• Now is a good time to route your pull up cord
through the closing loop and thread it through
the center grommet of the reserve free-bag.
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 Stowing the Lines
• Placing the line protector over your line group as it routes into the line
pocket will allow you to remove it without disturbing the lines.
Place your fingers into the pocket and push the lines away from the 1 inch hook,
remove the line protector a few inches at a time mating the hook and pile as you go.

Placing the Free-Bag

• Hold the top flaps out of the way with your forearm or foot as you rotate the free-
bag into the reserve container

Ensure the reserve closing loop is through the AAD cutter.

Refer to AAD’s owners manual for further information.

Line Protector
• We prefer a single line protector around 18 inches long. This length
accommodates all the sizes of free-bags we offer and eliminates one tool from your
count.

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 Routing the Risers

• Fold the bow of the toggles away from the

yoke line.

Fig.58

• The risers are set on top of one another as

they pass over the yoke and fanned apart at
the line attachment points once inside the
container.

Fig.59

Positioning the Free-Bag

• With tension on your pull up cord, position

the center grommet of the free-bag directly
over the grommet of the floor plate.

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 Routing the Risers
• Pulling the yoke of the harness toward you will allow the plastics in the yoke’s
tuck tab pockets to lay flat. Carefully place your knees on the reserve risers to keep
tension without bending or breaking the plastics.

Positioning the Free-Bag

• Make a mental note where your reserve ears sit on the yoke line, your free-bag
should not stray from this point for the remainder of the closing sequence.

Pull Up Cord
It is possible to use a 1000 lb Spectra pull up cord because the closing loop has
already passed through the cutter. This will open the eye of the closing loop more
than using a length of Cypres cord.

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 • With one hand, compress the area in between
the slider grommets as you position the free-
bag into the back of the container.
• Press your free hand against the AAD unit
from the outside of the container to sink it into
the recessed space that you have created in
between the slider grommets.

Fig.61

• If part of the canopy has worked it’s way out

of the mouth of the free-bag, roll it down and
back into place before continuing.
• With your knees still firmly in place,
work from one side to the other to completely
fill out the boxed corners of the reserve
container.

Fig.62

Packing with a Sky Hook RSL

Continue on to the next page for instructions

Packing without a Sky Hook RSL

See Pg. 6-8

Packing a Javelin Legacy

See Pg. 6-10
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 Positioning the Free-Bag
• Grip the edge of the free-bag with your fingertips resting on the
outside binding along the bottom seem of the reserve free-bag. Sink
this ledge to the floor of the reserve tray on both sides to help ensure an
even positioning.

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 S-Folding the Bridle

• Starting at the bridle’s attachment point to

the free-bag, create S-folds in the bridle
approximately 9 inches long on one side till
you reach the attached Sky Hook.
• Equally V split the bridle to either side of the
free-bag’s center grommet so the two groups
lay opposite one another inside the molared
channel.
• The Sky Hook must be on the wearer’s left
hand side of the V split. Fig.64

Setting the Sky Hook

(As shown on the reserve pin flap information label)

• Fully insert the green loop located on the back

of the reserve bridle into the green pocket on the
Sky Hook sub flap.
• Route the remaining end of the red lanyard over
the reserve bridle towards the Sky Hook.
• Place the eye of the red lanyard onto the hook
in between the two pieces of the clear lexan cover.
• If the lexan cover is damaged or not present
please contact Sun Path Products Inc. for a
A B
replacement part and instructions. Fig.65

• Route a single piece of Rigger’s seal thread

through the two holes in the lexan cover and
securely tie with a surgeon’s knot.
• Trim the threads leaving the tail
approximately 10 mm long above the knot.
• Once you have finished setting up the Sky
Hook route your pull up cord through the
grommet on the Sky Hook sub flap.

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 Setting the Sky Hook
• The lexan covers are flexible enough for you to gently spread them apart with your
thumb and forefinger. This will make it much easier to slide the eye of the red
lanyard onto the Sky Hook.

Now is the time to double check the Sky Hook System Assembly
See Pg. 2-6 for instructions on
Sky Hook RSL Assembly
• Orientation of the Sky Hook on the reserve bridle
• White reserve pin lanyard is secured to the Collin’s lanyard with a lark’s head knot
• Red lanyard secured to the Collin’s lanyard below the white reserve pin lanyard with a
lark’s head knot
• Release cable routes through the Collin’s lanyard
• Red lanyard’s midpoint is folded and stowed in the red pocket on the Sky Hook sub flap

• Only use Rigger’s seal thread to seal the Sky Hook.

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 Closing the Wearer’s Left Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

left side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the left side flap across to be
temporarily pinned.

A B
Fig.67

Closing the Wearer’s Right Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

right side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the right side flap across and
temporarily pin.

A B
Fig.68

Placing the Line Cover

• Form a free space in the center of the S-Folds.

• Conform the line cover to this space.
A

B
Fig.69

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 Closing the Side Flaps
• After you position the free-bag you can keep your knees in place securing the
reserve risers and free-bag ears until the left and right flaps are temporarily pinned.

Closing the Side Flaps

• Once you have your left and right reserve flap temporarily pinned, it is prudent
to double check the tension on your reserve risers and the position of your reserve
free-bag before continuing.

Temporary Pin
• Check the condition of your temporary pin. A rough pin will quickly fray the
closing loop and damage grommets.

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 The Remaining Bridle

• S-fold the bridle down and up the length of

the reserve container.
• Find the fold length that allows the
tri-folded portion of the bridle to lay
continuously and end near the center
grommet.
• Split your bridle to either side of your pull
up cord so the bulk is evenly distributed.

Fig.70

Seating the Reserve Pilot Chute

• Insert a 22 mm rifle cleaning rod through

the pilot chute and extract your pull up cord
cleanly through the center of the pilot chute
spring.
• Position the pop top’s binding tape run off
towards the bottom of the container.
• Center the base of the pilot chute spring
around the side flap grommets, on top of the
S-folded bridle.

Fig.71

• Compress the pilot chute so all the

fabric is outside of the spring coils on all sides.
• Use a tension device to aid in temp
pinning the pilot chute.

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 Compressing the Pilot Chute
• You can hold the reserve pin and pin cover flap to the floor and out of the way of
the compressing coils with a knee or foot. This will also keep the container from
sliding away from you as you compress the reserve pilot chute. Compress the pilot
chute at the same angle as the reserve container to prevent uneven compression.

• While using your tension tool for temporarily pinning, firmly tapping around the
edges of reserve pilot chute’s pop top (with a closed fist) will help sink the coils into
the container.

Compressing the Pilot Chute

• Before compressing the pilot chute, look through the grommet in the pop top to
check the pull up cord’s routing and the spring position around the grommet.

Tension Tool
•It is beneficial to use a tension tool that is long enough to clear the sides of the
reserve container.

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 Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric

• With your knee, push down on the back

end (6 o’clock position) of the pilot chute
pop top to raise the opposite side.
• Lay the pilot chute fabric on the opposing
side up and over your knee.
• Evenly feed the mesh and f-111 a few
inches at a time under and around either
side of the pop top.
A B C
Fig.73

• Reposition yourself to the opposite side of

the container and place your knee off to one
side (9 o’clock position) of the pop top slightly
lifting the opposing side.
• Lay the pilot chute fabric over your knee.

A B
Fig.74

• Use a hand to hold the bridle in place while

you feed the mesh followed by f-111 a few
inches at a time until all the fabric on that side
is within the channel you created.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

A B
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 Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric
• Start feeding the mesh around the pop top first, the F-111 will follow. This will
prevent the two materials from bunching up around the spring.

Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric

• Once all of the pilot chute fabric is in position at the bottom of the container,
check around the edges of the pop top to ensure the even distribution of fabric.
• At this point, the pop top should be firmly seated with no gaps between the edge
and the container. Closing the next two flaps will not seat the pop top any further
into the container.

Temporary Pin
• When moving your temporary pin from one side to the other, be sure to always
return the pin from the direction in which it came to avoid twisting the loop’s eye
closed.

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 • Lay the pilot chute fabric into the
channel, evenly filling it’s width and length.
• S-fold the remaining fabric to create a ‘T’
shape that extends beyond the reserve
bottom flap.

A B
Fig.76

Pinning the Bottom Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the

grommet in the bottom flap.
• Keep pressure on the pilot chute fabric as
you bring this flap up with a tension tool.
• Allow the ends of this “T” to remain
outside of the pinned bottom flap.

Fig.77

Placing the Reserve Ear Covers

• Use your aluminum paddle to place the

reserve ear covers around the free-bag ears
and into the container.

A B
Fig.78

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 Pinning the Bottom Flap
• As you pull the bottom flap closed use your hand to hold the S-folded pilot chute
in place at the bottom of the container. If fabric is allowed to roll above the pop top
the misplaced bulk can create additional pressure on the closing loop and pin.
Placing the Reserve Ear Covers
• The function of the reserve ear covers are to seal off the container to help keep
dirt, sand or any other foreign materials out. They are not intended to compress or
reposition the ears of the reserve canopy and will not hold up to the strain needed
to do so.

Tension Creases
• Once the bottom flap is closed, there should be tension creases running up from
the bar tacks in the mid flap. These creases will come into play when stowing your
reserve pilot chute material.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use to manage the reserve ear covers is in like-new
condition and free of rough edges or burrs.

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 Set the Angle of the Pilot Chute

• Hold the container off the ground from the

underside to protect the AAD control unit.
• Give the pop top a few taps to seat it at the
same angle as the container.

Fig.79

Closing the Pin Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the pin flap

grommet and use a tension tool to bring it down.
• Ensure that the Sky Hook pin is routed through
the marine eye of the rip cord and the bevel on the
marine eye is facing the pin’s entry point.
• Insert the pin through the eye of the closing loop
with the marine eye outside of the grommet.
• Slowly extract the pull up cord and inspect the
closing loop for any damage.
• If the loop shows any signs of damage, replace it.
• Rotate the end of the pin into the type 3 pocket. A B
Fig.80

Stowing the Remaining Pilot Chute

• Create an S-fold in the pilot chute fabric

around the end of your aluminum paddle.
• Push the fabric under the bottom flap and
angle your paddle up to move the fabric over
the S-folded bridle and into the center of the
mid flap between the tension creases.
• Press down firmly on the mid flap above the
pilot chute fabric to seat the material.
• Repeat on the other side.
A B
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 Closing the Pin Flap
• Removing the ripcord handle from it’s pocket will give the cable more play and
make pinning much easier. Cover any exposed hook, and return the
handle to it’s pocket immediately after the pin is in place.

Sky Hook
• Until you close your pin flap the Sky Hook is still visible under the pop top. Give
the assembly one final check.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use is in like-new condition and free of rough edges
or burrs.

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 Seal the Pin

• Double lark’s head a length of Rigger’s seal thread

onto the eye of the Sky Hook pin.
•Pass the bitter ends of the thread through the holes
in the seal.
• Route the thread coming through the bottom hole A B
of the seal under the pin on the far side of the loop
before passing it through the top hole in the seal
from the opposite direction of which it came.
• Tie a surgeon’s knot and lock with a square knot
• Seal with a press and trim the excess thread
C D
Fig.82

Placing the Pin Cover Flap

• Insert the pin cover flap’s tuck tabs under the

pin flap.
• Insert the end of the pin cover flap into the
reserve bottom flap.

Fig.83

Shaping the Container

• Turn the container on its side.

• Flatten the bow out of it by massaging in a
fanning pattern with your aluminum paddle.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

Fig.84

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 Shaping the Container
• Shaping the sides of the container will allow for more room when routing the
main risers.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use is in like-new condition and free of rough edges
or burrs.

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 • Check to ensure that all work is correct.

Fig.85

The Packing Data Card

• The packing data card is to be stored under the

data label.
• The packing data card must be filled out in
accordance to 14 CFR, section 65.131 or
foreign equivalent with the following.
• Date and location of packing.
• Notation of any defects found on
inspection.
• Parachute rigger certificate number.
• Parachute rigger name and signature.
Fig.86

The TSO Data Label

A
• The data label can be found either on a pouch in the
back pad or inside the pin cover flap. B
• The following information should appear as pictured C
• Container part number ..............................................A D
• Container model ......................................................... B
• Harness type ................................................................C
• Manufacturer information ........................................D E
• TSO information......................................................... E
G
• Date of manufacture ................................................... F
• Serial number. .............................................................G F
• Inspection stamp.........................................................H H Fig.87

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 SECTION FOUR
MAIN ASSEMBLY

Sun Path Supplied Parts ..................................... 4-2

Main System Inspection ..................................... 4-3
Assembling the Main System ............................. 4-3
Main Container Compatibility .......................... 4-4
Adjusting the Closing Loop Length ................... 4-5
Release Cable Lengths ........................................ 4-5
Assembling the 3 Ring........................................ 4-5
Connecting the RSL............................................ 4-6
Connecting the Parachute ................................. 4-7
Assembling the Toggles ...................................... 4-7
Setting the Brakes ............................................... 4-8
Continuity Check ............................................... 4-8
Attaching the Stow Bands .................................. 4-9
Connecting the Retrofit Bridle .......................... 4-9
Connecting the Pilot Chute ............................. 4-10

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 ASSEMBLY

Sun Path Supplied Parts

1. Harness/Container (JH101-4) .................................................................................................A
2. Main risers and toggles (PRIS-TY17MINISS) ......................................................................B
3. Main pilot chute and bridle (PPC-KLTOFF).........................................................................C
4. Main deployment bag (PBAG-MAIN) ...................................................................................D
5. Main cutaway/release handle (PHAND-CUTPHATDADDY) ...........................................E
6. Main closing loop (PLOOP-MAIN) .......................................................................................F
7. Owners manual and courtesy kit ............................................................................................G
8. Hook knife and pocket (PPOC-KNIFE&POCKET) ............................................................H

Thoroughly inspect all components before assembling.

E
A C

F
B

D G

Fig.88

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 Main System Inspection
The entire harness and container system and all applicable components must be
thoroughly inspected before deeming the system airworthy and ready for use.
An itemized checklist like the one below is recommended.

Container Risers and Toggles

• Grommets seated securely without • Grommets seated securely without
damage. damage.
• Plastic stiffeners are not cracked or • No cuts, fraying or broken stitching
broken. on webbing or junctions.
• No excessive wear in the fabric. Pilot Chute and Deployment Bag
• No broken stitching. • Reinforcing tape on pilot chute body
• Hook fastener clean and in place. intact.
• BOC spandex taut with no excessive • No broken stitching.
wear. • No excessive wear on the bridle.
3 Ring Release • No excessive wear or twists in the kill
• 3 rings free of nicks, burrs or line.
corrosion • Stow band attachments not broken.
• 3 rings move freely and interlock • Grommets seated securely without
easily. damage.
• Spectra loop undamaged. • No excessive wear in any fabric.
• All stitching intact.
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Assembling the Main System

The performance standards outlined in the FARS Section105.43 A; The main parachute
must have been packed within 180 days before the date of its use by a certificated parachute
rigger, the person making the next jump with that parachute, or a non-certificated person
under the direct supervision of a certificated parachute rigger.
All applicable service bulletins for any Sun Path Products harness and container
system can be found at www.sunpath.com and can be provided upon the verbal or written
request of the user or certified parachute rigger.
Please read and understand all instruction and procedures of this manual
and service bulletins before exercising the privileges of your parachute
Rigger’s certificate or foreign equivalent.

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Main Container Compatibility
• Canopies with dacron suspension lines or custom artwork will have a higher pack volume.
• Only F-111 main pilot chutes are recommended for use in Sun Path Products Inc. harness and
container systems.
• Generally the next smaller size main canopy can be safely installed and jumped in any given main
container, although Sun Path has not tested every application of this.
• Do not install a main or reserve canopy larger than the sizing chart calls for as there are serious
safety issues that may arise from “over stuffing” a main or reserve container.
• When in doubt contact Sun Path Products Inc. directly with canopy/container compatibility
questions.

Zero Hybrid F-111 Main

Container Low Bulk Cross braced
Porosity F-111/ZP Pilot Chute
Model Main Canopy Main Canopy
Main Canopy Main Canopy (Cut Diameter)
RSK 83-99 107 68-75 28
RSK.5 100-107 120 80-88 28
RSK.1 109-120 135 135 88-96 28
NJK 109-120 135 135 96-103 28
DNKY 109-120 135 135 96-103 28
TJNK 135 150 150 108-120 28
TJNK.5 150 170 170 120 33
OJK 135 150 150 120 28
J1KS 150 170 170 135 33
J1KL 170 190 190 33
J2K 150 170 170 135 33
J3K 170 190 190 33
J4K 190 210 210 33
J4.5K 210 230 230 33
J5K 240 260 260 35
J6NK 260 35
J7NK 280 35
J8K 300 35
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 Adjusting the Closing Loop Length

• The closing loop must be adjusted to end

inside the Z box stitch pattern on the back
side of the top main flap.
• Secure the loop length with a square knot
below the washer.

Fig.89

Release Cable Lengths

5.5 in (140mm)
See Pg. 6-24 for instructions on
Searing Release Cable Ends
• Measured from the end of the release
housing ferrule to the end of the release cable.
A
RSL Side Non RSL Side
(7 in) (5.5 in) 7 in (178mm)
178 mm 140 mm
No RSL
Trim for RSL configuration as if it were installed
B
Tbl.6 Fig.90

Assembling the 3 Ring

• Ensure the riser with the RSL ring is

assembled on the appropriate side.
• Pass the large ring on the riser through the
main lift ring.
• Pass the small ring on the riser through the
large ring.
• Pass the white loop through the small ring
and the grommet on the the riser.
A B C
Fig.91

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 • Pass the loop through the grommet of the
release cable housing.
• Insert the release cable through the loop
before routing the excess release cable into
the anti-twist tube on the back of the riser.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

A B C
Fig.92

Connecting the RSL

• Attach the snap shackle to the RSL ring on

the riser.
• Ensure that the RSL has an unobstructed
path from the ring to it’s channel.

Fig.93

Prepping the Risers

• Locate the end of main risers.

• Fold the outer edges into the center.
• Press firmly to set the butterfly fold in place.

A B
Fig.94

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 Connecting the Parachute

• Follow the parachute manufacturer’s A

instructions for assembling the suspension
lines onto hard or soft links.

B
Fig.95

Finger Trapping Micro line

For Dacron line Instructions Refer to Pg 6-7
• Thread your finger trap tool through the
weave of the micro line far enough away
from the manufacturer’s mark to hide the
excess tail.
• Start your trap 1/2” (25 mm) past the
manufacturer’s mark.
• Trap the line leaving a 2.5-2.75”
(65-70mm) loop.
• Tie a square knot above the manufacturer’s
mark. A B C
Fig.96

Assembling the Toggles

• Pass the control line through the guide ring

on the rear riser as shown.
• From the under side, thread the
control line through the grommet in the
toggle.
• Pass the bottom of the toggle through the
loop in the control line creating a lark’s head
knot.
• Cinch the control line tight.
• Repeat on the opposite side. A B C
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 Setting the Brakes

• Pull the lower control line and cat eye

below the guide ring on the riser.
• Insert the tab of the toggle through the cat
eye.
• Cinch the upper control line tight.
• Secure the top and bottom tabs in the in
the keepers located on the main riser.

A B
Fig.98

• S-fold and stow the excess steering line

through the elastic keeper on the back of the
main riser.

• Repeat on the opposite side.

Fig.99

Continuity Check

• Perform a full continuity check and

inspection of the parachute according to the
manufacturer’s recommendations.

Fig.100

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 Attaching The Stow Bands
to the Deployment Bag

• Lark’s head rubber stow bands to each of

the locking stow retainer loops.
• Lark’s head additional rubber stow bands
as needed to the retainer loops located on
the sides of the deployment bag.

Fig.101

Connecting the Retrofit Bridle

to the Deployment Bag

• Route the kill line, security line and both

attachment loops through the grommet in
the bottom of the deployment bag as shown.

Fig.102

• Ensure the kill line is cleanly routed

in-between the two attachment loops.
• Thread the included hard link through
both attachment loops.
• Tighten the hard link with an adjustable
wrench.

A B
Fig.103

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 • Rotate the hard link so the barrel is inside
one of the attachment loops.
• Ensure that the kill line and security line
are free of any twists or tangles before
attaching it to the main canopy.

Fig.104

Connecting the Pilot Chute

and Deployment Bag Assembly
to the Canopy

• Assemble the kill line and security line to the

canopy attachment point with a hard or soft
link..
• All hard links should be finger tightened
before applying a quarter turn with an adjustable
wrench.
• Over tightening may result in cracking or
stripping the barrel.
Fig.105

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 SECTION FIVE
PACKING THE MAIN CANOPY

Cocking the Collapsible Pilot Chute .................. 5-2

Reducing the Cocooned Canopy......................... 5-2
First S-Fold .......................................................... 5-3
Second S-Fold ...................................................... 5-3
Bagging the Canopy ............................................ 5-4
Stowing the Lines ................................................ 5-4
Placing the Bag .................................................... 5-5
Setting the Risers ................................................. 5-5
BOC Closing Sequence ....................................... 5-5
Routing the Bridle ............................................... 5-7
Stowing the Pilot Chute ...................................... 5-7

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 THE MAIN

Follow the instructions provided by

the parachute’s manufacture for Pro
Packing the main parachute.

fig.

Fig.106

Cocking the Collapsible Pilot Chute

• While securing the deployment bag, pull

the apex of the pilot chute to fully extend the
kill line.
• Test to make sure the pilot chute
inflates.
• The kill line seen through the window on
the bridle will be green when fully cocked.
fig.
Fig.107

Reducing the Cocooned Canopy

• Place your knees on either side of the base of

the cocoon to secure the tail of the canopy.
• Compress the air out of the canopy and
reduce the width of the canopy to the
approximate width of the deployment bag.

fig.
Fig.108

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 First S-Fold

• Create an S-fold at the base of the

cocoon equal in length to the depth of the
deployment bag.

A B
Fig.109

Reducing the Width of the Canopy

(again)

• Secure the first S-fold with your knee

behind the slider grommets.
• Starting from the base of the first S-fold
compress the cocooned canopy to the
approximate width of the deployment bag.
• Hold the outside skin of the cocoon from
the under side.

Fig.110

Second S-Fold

• Fold the cocooned portion of the canopy

back and on top of the first S-fold.
• Continue your hold on the under skin of
the cocoon as you apply pressure to contain
the S-folds below.

A B
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• With your free hand, fold the remainder of
the cocoon over on it’s self to complete the
second S-fold.
• Contain the S-folds with your knee to free
both hands for positioning the deployment
bag.

A B
Fig.112

Bagging the Canopy

• Position the deployment bag so the closing

flap is on the floor.
• Work the deployment bag around one side
of the S-folded canopy.
• Grasp the exposed side of the S-folded
canopy at it’s top corner.
• Pull the side of the deployment bag around
to meet this corner.
• Work the deployment bag around this half
of the S-folded canopy. A B
Fig.113

Stowing the Lines

For 3 stow bag packing instructions refer to Pg 6-25
• Starting with the center, route the stow band
through the corresponding grommet of the
closing flap and secure a line bite approximately
2” (50mm) in length. A
• Repeat the stows on alternating sides.
• Continue alternating line stows down
the sides of the deployment bag until you have
12 -18 inches of suspension line between your
last stow and the line’s attachment points to the
risers.
B
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• Pick up the deployment bag and place it line
stows down past the main container.
• With the risers on top of the upper yoke
route them along the side of the reserve
A
container with the control toggles facing
inboard.
• Tuck the riser cover into it’s pocket on the
yoke.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

B
Fig.115

Placing the Bag

• Route the excess suspension lines towards

the bottom of the container.
• Rotate the deployment bag into the main
container so the line stows face the bottom of
the main container.
• Pulling the reserve container up by the main
closing loop will assist seating the deployment
bag fully and evenly into the main container.

A B
Fig.116

BOC Closing Sequence

For Pull Out Instructions Refer to Pg 6-26
Bottom Flap

• Route the bridle to the wearer’s right of the

closing loop.
• Thread your pull up cord through the
grommet of the bottom flap. Pull as much
closing loop through the grommet as
possible to ease the closing of the proceeding
flaps.
Fig.117

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 Top Flap

• Keep tension on your pull up cord as you

thread it through the grommet on the top
flap and draw it closed.
• Mate the pile on the bridle with the
hook on the top main flap.
• Neatly tuck the excess bridle under the top
or bottom flap.

Fig.118

Left Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the left

flap grommet.
• With one hand holding the deployment
bag and bottom flap in place draw the left
flap closed.

Fig.119

Right Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the right

flap grommet.
• With one hand holding the deployment
bag and bridle cover in place, draw the right
flap closed.

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 Pinning the Main and
Routing the Bridle
For alternate bridle routing instructions refer to Pg 6-29
• Insert the closing pin right to left so the
curve of the pin points to the top of the
container.
• Route the bridle under the plastics of the
exposed flaps.
• Continue to route the bridle under the
right flap, into the top of the bridle cover
and down to the BOC pocket.
Fig.121

Stowing the Pilot Chute

• Lay the F-111 side on the ground and pull

the bridle attachment point and mesh down
A B
to the bottom edge.
• fold the remaining pilot chute down in
half.
• Fold the two halves with the bridle
attatchment point up to the handle.
• S-fold the bridle equal in length to the
C
folded pilot chute.
Fig.122

• Fold both ends of the pilot chute into the

center.
• Roll the ends evenly to either side of the
bridle.
• Insert the rolled pilot chute into the BOC A B

pocket so only the handle is exposed.

• Flatten the pilot chute so it expands to the
width of the BOC pocket.

C
Fig.123

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APPENDIX

Odyssey Sky Hook Reserve Static Line

(DOM before February, 2015) ......................6-2
Odyssey Without Sky Hook Reserve Static Line
(DOM before February, 2015) ......................6-4
Legacy Reserve Static Line ........................................6-6
Pin Flap Display AAD ...............................................6-7
Assembling Dacron Steering Lines ............................6-7
Packing without a Sky Hook ......................................6-8
Javelin Legacy Reserve Closing ................................6-10
Searing the Release Cable Ends................................6-24
Replacing the Release Handle ..................................6-24
3 Stow Deployment Bag ...........................................6-25
Pull Out Closing Sequence.......................................6-26
Alternate Main Bridle Routing ................................6-29

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 Sky Hook Reserve Static Line
Assembly (DOM before February, 2015)
For Non Sky Hook RSL Instructions Refer to Pg 6-4

For Legacy RSL Instructions Refer to Pg 6-6

Assembling the Lanyards

• From the tab side of the snap shackle,

pass the end of the yellow lanyard furthest
from the label through the snap shackle
attatchment loop in the RSL lanyard.
• Avoid any unnecessary twist in the yellow
Collin’s Lanyard as you pass the opposite
end through it’s self to complete the lark’s
head knot.
A B C

• With the white label facing up, pass the red

lanyard through the loop on the RSL
lanyard.
• Pass the opposite end of the red lanyard
through itself to complete the lark’s head
knot.
• In the same manner lark’s head the white
reserve pin lanyard to the RSL above the red
lanyard.
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 Routing the Sky Hook RSL Assembly

• Completely unfold the the RSL lanyard

channel located on the wearer’s right side
yoke.
• Lay the lanyard assembly along the
outboard portion of the unfolded channel as
shown.
• Fold the channel with the lanyard assembly
back to its closed position so the mouth of
the snap shackle faces outboard.
A B C

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Assembling without a Sky Hook

(DOM Before February, 2015)

Odyssey Reserve Static Line

Lanyard Assembly.
Fig.130

Assembling the Lanyards

• From the tab side of the snap shackle,

pass the end of the yellow lanyard furthest
from the label through the snap shackle
attachment loop in the RSL lanyard.
• Avoid any unnecessary twist in the yellow
Collin’s Lanyard as you pass the opposite
end through it’s self to complete the lark’s
head knot.
A B C
Fig.131

• With the white label on the RSL facing up,

pass the looped end of the white reserve pin
lanyard through the loop on the RSL lanyard.
• Pass the opposite end of the pin lanyard
through it’s self to complete the lark’s head
knot.

A B C
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 Routing the Reserve Static Line Assembly

• Completely unfold the RSL lanyard

channel located on the wearer’s right side yoke.
• Lay the lanyard assembly along the
outboard portion of the unfolded
channel as shown.
• Fold the channel with the lanyard
assembly back to it’s closed position.

A B C
Fig.133

Installing the Release Handle

• Insert the release cables into their

respective housings below the chest strap.
• Pull the extent of the long side cable out of
the first portion of the split housing.
• Seat the release handle into the pocket and
mate the hook and pile.

A B
Fig.134

• Pass the long side release cable through

the loop in the end of the yellow Collin’s
Lanyard and continue to route the release
cable into the second portion of the spit
housing.
continue instructions on Pg. 2-9

Fig.135

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 Legacy Reserve Static Line
Assembly

If RSL lanyard is not in use:

• The hook on the reserve riser must
be covered by an equal length of pile or
removed by a Master Rigger.
• The terminal pin reserve ripcord must
route through the rings on the pin flap. Fig.136

Installing the Reserve Static Line

Lanyard

• Orient the RSL lanyard so the snap shackle

end is closest to the main ring junction.
• Mate the pile of the RSL lanyard to the
hook on the reserve riser..
*If applicable cover the RSL with the Riser
protector.

A B
Fig.137

Routing the Ripcord

• Install the ripcord as shown in fig.15

• Position the ring on the RSL lanyard
in between the two rings on the pin flap.
• Route the terminal pin reserve ripcord
consecutively through the three aligned RSL
rings.
• Stow the excess RSL lanyard under the reserve
pin flap with a single S-fold.
continue instructions on Pg. 2-9
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Pin Flap Display AAD
Routing

• Insert the control unit into the pocket

accessible from the underside of the pin
cover flap.
• Check the AAD Initiating sequence before
continuing.

continue instructions on Pg. 2-10

Fig.139

continued from Pg.2-12

Assembling Dacron Steering Lines

• Pass the reserve control line through the

guide ring on the rear reserve riser.
• From the under side, thread the
control line through the grommet in the
control toggles.
• Loop the line around one side and back
through the grommet from the underside
and cinch tight.

A B
Fig.140

• Loop the line around the other side and

back through the grommet from the
underside and cinch tight.
• Tie a square knot as close to the grommet
as possible and lock with another square
knot.
continue instructions on Pg. 2-12

A B
Fig.141

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Packing without a Sky Hook RSL

Fig.142

S-Folding the Bridle

• Starting at the bridle’s attachment point to

the free-bag, create 4 S-folds in the bridle
approximately 9 inches long.
• Equally V split the bridle to either side of the
free-bag’s center grommet so the two groups
lay opposite one another inside the molared
channel.
• Route the excess 4-5 ft of bridle out of the
top of the reserve container, above the Sky
Hook sub flap. Fig.143

Closing the Wearer’s Left Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

left side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the left side flap across.
• Use a tool if necessary to assist in
temporarily pinning this flap.

A B
Fig.144

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 Closing the Wearer’s Right Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

right side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the left side flap across.
• Use a tool to assist in temporarily pinning
this flap.

A B
Fig.145

Placing the Line Cover

• Form a free space in the center of the S-folds

•Conform the line cover to this space.
A

B
Fig.146

Routing The Bridle

• S-fold the bridle down and up the length of

the reserve container.
• Find the fold length that allows the
tri-folded portion of the bridle to lay
continuous and end near the center
grommet.
• Split your bridle to either side of your pull
up cord so the bulk is evenly distributed.
continue instructions on Pg. 3-28
Fig.147

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 Packing the Javelin Legacy
Continued from Pg. 3-22

Fig.148

S-Folding the Bridle

• Starting at the bridle’s attachment point to

the free-bag, create S-folds in the bridle
approximately 9 inches long on one side until
you reach 4-5 feet from the reserve pilot chute.

• Equally V split the bridle to either side of the

free-bag’s center grommet so the two groups
lay opposite one another inside the molared
channel.
Fig.149

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 Closing the Side Flaps
• After you position the free-bag you can keep your knees in place securing the
reserve risers and free-bag ears until the left and right flaps are temporarily pinned.

Closing the Side Flaps

• Once you have your left and right reserve flap temporarily pinned, it is prudent
to double check the tension on your reserve risers and the position of your reserve
free-bag before continuing.

Temporary Pin
• Check the condition of your temporary pin. A rough pin will quickly fray the
closing loop and damage grommets.

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 Closing the Wearer’s Left Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

left side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the left side flap across to be
temporarily pinned.

A B
Fig.151

Closing the Wearer’s Right Flap

• Route your pull up cord through the wearer’s

right side flap grommet.
• With your free hand hold the free-bag and
bridle in place, keep tension on your pull up
cord as you bring the right side flap across and
temporarily pin.

Place the Line Cover

Form a free space in the center of the S-Folds
and conform the line cover to this space. A B
Fig.150

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 The Remaining Bridle

• S-fold the bridle down and up the length of

the reserve container.
• Find the fold length that allows the
tri-folded portion of the bridle to lay
continuously and end near the center
grommet.
• Split your bridle to either side of your pull
up cord so the bulk is evenly distributed.

Fig.152

Seating the Reserve Pilot Chute

• Insert a 22 mm rifle cleaning rod through

the pilot chute and extract your pull up cord
cleanly through the center of the pilot chute
spring.
• Position the pop top’s binding tape run off
towards the bottom of the container.
• Center the base of the pilot chute spring
around the side flap grommets, on top of the
S-folded bridle.

Fig.153

Compressing the Reserve Pilot Chute

• Compress the pilot chute so all the

fabric is outside of the spring coils on all sides.
• Use a tension device to aid in temp
pinning the pilot chute.

Fig.154

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 Compressing the Pilot Chute
• You can hold the reserve pin and pin cover flap to the floor and out of the way of
the compressing coils with a knee or foot. This will also keep the container from
sliding away from you as you compress the reserve pilot chute. Compress the pilot
chute at the same angle as the reserve container to prevent uneven compression.

• While using your tension tool for temporarily pinning, firmly tapping around the
edges of reserve pilot chute’s pop top (with a closed fist) will help sink the coils into
the container.

Compressing the Pilot Chute

• Before compressing the pilot chute, look through the grommet in the pop top to
check the pull up cord’s routing and the spring position around the grommet.

Tension Tool
•It is beneficial to use a tension tool that is long enough to clear the sides of the
reserve container.

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 Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric

• With your knee, push down on the back

end (6 o’clock position) of the pilot chute
pop top to raise the opposite side.
• Lay the pilot chute fabric on the opposing
side up and over your knee.
• Evenly feed the mesh and f-111 a few
inches at a time under and around either
side of the pop top.

Fig.155

• Reposition yourself to the opposite side of

the container and place your knee off to one
side (9 o’clock position) of the pop top slightly
lifting the opposing side.
• Lay the pilot chute fabric over your knee.

A B
Fig.156

• Use a hand to hold the bridle in place while

you feed the mesh followed by f-111 a few
inches at a time until all the fabric on that side
is within the channel you created.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

A B
Fig.157

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 Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric
• Start feeding the mesh around the pop top first, the F-111 will follow. This will
prevent the two materials from bunching up around the spring.

Stowing the Pilot Chute Fabric

• Once all of the pilot chute fabric is in position at the bottom of the container,
check around the edges of the pop top to ensure the even distribution of fabric.
• At this point, the pop top should be firmly seated with no gaps between the edge
and the container. Closing the next two flaps will not seat the pop top any further
into the container.

Temporary Pin
• When moving your temporary pin from one side to the other, be sure to always
return the pin from the direction in which it came to avoid twisting the loop’s eye
closed.

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 • Lay the pilot chute fabric into the
channel, evenly filling it’s width and length.
• S-fold the remaining fabric to create a ‘T’
shape that extends beyond the reserve
bottom flap.

A B
Fig.158

Pinning the Bottom Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the

grommet in the bottom flap.
• Keep pressure on the pilot chute fabric as
you bring this flap up with a tension tool.
• Allow the ends of this “T” to remain
outside of the pinned bottom flap.

Fig.159

Placing the Reserve Ear Covers

• Use your aluminum paddle to place the

reserve ear covers around the free-bag ears
and into the container.

A B
Fig.160

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 Pinning the Bottom Flap
• As you pull the bottom flap closed use your hand to hold the S-folded pilot chute
in place at the bottom of the container. If fabric is allowed to roll above the pop top
the misplaced bulk can create additional pressure on the closing loop and pin.
Placing the Reserve Ear Covers
• The function of the reserve ear covers are to seal off the container to help keep
dirt, sand or any other foreign materials out. They are not intended to compress or
reposition the ears of the reserve canopy and will not hold up to the strain needed
to do so.

Tension Creases
• Once the bottom flap is closed, there should be tension creases running up from
the bar tacks in the mid flap. These creases will come into play when stowing your
reserve pilot chute material.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use to manage the reserve ear covers is in like-new
condition and free of rough edges or burrs.

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 Set the Angle of the Pilot Chute

• Hold the container off the ground from the

underside to protect the AAD control unit.
• Give the pop top a few taps to seat it at the
same angle as the container.
• Thread your pull up cord through the pin flap
grommet and use a tension tool to bring it down.

Fig.161

Closing the Pin Flap

• Ensure that the terminal pin and ripcord cable

are routed through the RSL guide rings.
• Insert the terminal pin through the eye of the
closing loop.
• Slowly extract the pull up cord and inspect the
closing loop for any damage.
• If the loop shows any signs of damage, replace it.
• Rotate the end of the pin into the type 3 pocket.

A B
Fig.162

Stowing the Remaining Pilot Chute

• Create an S-fold in the pilot chute fabric

around the end of your aluminum paddle.
• Push the fabric under the bottom flap and
angle your paddle up to move the fabric over
the S-folded bridle and into the center of the
mid flap between the tension creases.
• Press down firmly on the mid flap above the
pilot chute fabric to seat the material.
• Repeat on the other side.
A B
Fig.163

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 Closing the Pin Flap
• Removing the ripcord handle from it’s pocket will give the cable more play and
make pinning much easier. Cover any exposed hook, and return the
handle to it’s pocket immediately after the pin is in place.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use is in like-new condition and free of rough edges
or burrs.

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 Seal the Pin

• Double lark’s head a length of Rigger’s seal thread

onto the ripcord cable above the terminal pin.
•Pass one end around the back of the closing loop
and under the pin.
• Pass both ends of the thread through lead seal.
• Tie a surgeon’s knot and lock with a square knot.
• Press seal and trim the excess thread.

Fig.164

Placing the Pin Cover Flap

• Insert the pin cover flap’s tuck tabs under the

pin flap.
• Insert the end of the pin cover flap into the
reserve bottom flap.

Fig.165

Shaping the Container

• Turn the container on its side.

• Flatten the bow out of it by massaging in a
fanning pattern with your aluminum paddle.
• Repeat on the opposite side.

• Check to ensure that all work is correct.

Fig.166

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 Shaping the Container
• Shaping the sides of the container will allow for more room when routing the
main risers.

Aluminum Paddle
• Use an aluminum paddle to avoid potentially damaging your wooden paddle.
• Ensure that the paddle you use is in like-new condition and free of rough edges
or burrs.

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 The Packing Data Card

• The packing data card is to be stored under the

data label.
• The packing data card must be filled out in
accordance to 14 CFR, section 65.131 or
foreign equivalent with the following.
• Date and location of packing.
• Notation of any defects found on
inspection.
• Parachute rigger certificate number.
• Parachute rigger name and signature.

The TSO Data Label

A
• The data label can be found either on a pouch in the
back pad or inside the pin cover flap. B
• The following information should appear as pictured C
• Container part number ..............................................A D
• Container model ......................................................... B
• Harness type ................................................................C
• Manufacturer information ........................................D E
• TSO information......................................................... E
G
• Date of manufacture ................................................... F
• Serial number. .............................................................G F
• Inspection stamp.........................................................H H

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 continued from Pg. 2-7
Replacing the Release Handle
• Ensure that the release handle is properly installed 5.5 in (140mm)
as instructed on Pg. 2-7.
• Lay out the rig with the harness straight and
positioned underneath the container.
• pull all slack out of the release cables.
•Measure from the end of the release housing ferrule A
to the end of the release cable and trim at the marks.
RSL Side Non RSL Side 7 in (178mm)
(7 in) (5.5 in)
178 mm 140 mm
No RSL
B
Trim for RSL configuration as if it were installed
Fig.170

continued from Pg. 4-5

Searing the Release Cable Ends

• Lightly heat the tip of the release cable to

soften the plastic sheathing.
• Quickly grasp the cable with your thumb
and forefinger just below the hot end.

A B
Fig.171

• Pinch the cable and run your fingers off

the end to create a taper.
• Reheat and repeat until the wire cable is
completely and smoothly covered.

continue instructions on Pg. 4-5

Fig.172

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3 Stow Deployment Bag

Stowing the lines

• Place locking stows facing up, and the line
stow flap lying flat on the ground.
• Route the suspension lines to the center of
the deployment bag and to one side to match
it’s width.

Fig.173

• Figure 8 the main suspension lines on top

of the line stow flap as shown.
• Each figure 8 should be smaller than the
preceding one.

Fig.174

Closing the Side Flaps

• Rotate the bag 90 degrees toward the

container.
• Close the side tuck tabs on the line stow
flap.

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 Closing the Top Flaps

• Rotate the bag 90° back towards you and

close both top locking tabs making sure all
of the suspension lines are between the two
top locking tabs.

continue instructions on Pg.5-5

Fig.176

continued from Pg. 5-5

Pull Out Closing Sequence

• Thread your pull up cord through the

bottom flap grommet with the bridle routed
to the wearer’s right hand side.

Fig.177

Stowing the Bridle

• S-fold the bridle equal to the width of the

deployment bag.
• Place the pilot chute to the wearer’s left and
the grommeted tab with lanyard to the right of
the closing loop.

Fig.178

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 Stowing the Pilot Chute

• Separate the mesh of the pilot chute from the

F-111.
• Gather the mesh near the F-111 connection
point to form a mushroom shape.
• Fold the F-111 down over the mesh.

A B
Fig.179

Bottom Flap

• Place the mushroom folded pilot chute on

top of the S-folded bridle as shown.
• Ensure that the grommeted tab and lanyard
are clearly routed to the wearer’s right hand
side of the closing loop.
• Draw the bottom flap closed.

Fig.180

Top Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the

grommet of the top flap and draw it closed.
• The end of the grommeted tab should be
even with the end of the top flap.

Fig.181

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 Right Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the

wearer’s right side flap.
• Hold the grommeted tab in place as you
close the wearer’s right side flap.

Fig.182

Left Flap

• Thread your pull up cord through the

wearer’s left side flap and draw closed.
• Insert the pin in an upwards direction so the
lanyard routes to the bottom.
• Cover the unused hook bridle retainer with
an equal portion of pile.

Fig.183

• Tuck the lanyard under the exposed flap’s

plastics and route it into the bridle protector.
• Mate the pile of the pud to the hook under
the bridle protector.
• Insert the main tuck tab underneath the
exposed flap’s plastics and bridle.

Fig.184

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Alternate Main Bridle Routing

• Route the bridle to the bottom of the

container so the kill line window is visible.
• With one hand holding the deployment bag
and bridle cover in place, draw the right flap
closed.

Fig.185

• Insert the pin from right to left in an Ensure there is 1-2

Inches of slack below
upwards direction so the remaining bridle
main closing flap.
routes down.
• Ensure that kill line window is visible.
• It is important to leave slack in the portion
of bridle between the side flap and the pin.

Fig.186

• Route the bridle under the plastics of the left

and right flaps
• Continue to route the bridle under the right
flap, into the top of the bridle cover and down
to the BOC pocket.

continue instructions on Pg. 5-7

Fig.187

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