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RIGGING INNOVATIONS, INC.
Telesis 3.0
OWNER'S MANUAL
AND PACKING INSTRUCTIONS
PN 1313-( )
$20.00 (Digital)
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  • Page 1 RIGGING INNOVATIONS, INC. Telesis 3.0 OWNER'S MANUAL AND PACKING INSTRUCTIONS PN 1313-( ) $20.00 (Digital) $30.00 (Printed)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING ........................DISCLAIMER ........................ SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF MANUFACTURE RECORD ......Section 1 - General Information ..............TELESIS 3.0 TSO Certification Rigger Qualifications “Am I Qualified to Jump This Equipment?” Customer Service Table I - Parts List Section 2 - Canopy Compatibility ...............
  • Page 3 WARNING! 1. Training and/or experience are required to lower the risk of serious bodily injury or death. NEVER use this equipment unless you have: A. Read the warning label and completed a “controlled program of instruction” in the use of this parachute assembly.
  • Page 4 WARNING – BODY FLYING ATTITUDES (FREEFLYERS) Some body positions (i.e. head down, stand up, and long dives) may enable the user to reach speeds and attitudes, beyond those for which your equipment has been designed and tested. Premature or unintentional deployments in these body positions, even if you are below the maximum placarded deployment speed, are extremely dangerous.
  • Page 5 DISCLAIMER - NO WARRANTY Because of the unavoidable danger associated with the use of the TELESIS 3.0 parachute system, the manufacturer makes NO WARRANTY, either expressed or implied. The system is sold with all faults and without any warranty of fitness for any purpose. Manufacturer also disclaims any liability in tort of damages, direct or consequential, including personal injuries resulting from a defect in design, material or workmanship or manufacturing whether caused by negligence on the part of the manufacturer or otherwise.
  • Page 6 TELESIS 3.0 P/N 6113 - (3) S/N _______________________________ DATE OF MANUFACTURE: _____________________________ REVISION DATE: June 10, 2008 Manufactured by: Rigging Innovations, Inc. 4900 N. Tumbleweed Rd. Bldg. 1 Eloy AZ 85231, USA Telephone: (520) 466.2655 Telefax: (520) 466.2656 e-mail: tech@rigginginnovations.com This manual designed and produced by RIGGING INNOVATIONS INC.

  • Page 7: General Information

    Section 1.0 General Information...
  • Page 8 ELESIS 3.0 CERTIFICATION The TELESIS 3.0 harness and container system is approved as a minor design change under the original Talon TSO and approved under FAA TSO-C23c, Category B: limited to use by persons up to 116 kg (254 lb.) fully equipped, and up to 150 knots.
  • Page 9 Since these systems are certified only with square reserve parachutes the rigger must be trained to pack ram-air parachutes prior to certifying the TELESIS 3.0 system for emergency use. 14 CFR Part 65.127( ) No certificated parachute rigger may –...

  • Page 10: Am I Qualified To Jump This Equipment

    "Am I Qualified to Use this Equipment?" As the new owner of a Rigging Innovations, Inc. TELESIS 3.0 parachute system, before you use it, it is very important that you can answer yes to several questions. Only by doing so can you be assured that you have the necessary training and/or experience to safely utilize modern parachute equipment of this type.

  • Page 11: Customer Service

    Customer Service Policy and Limits Harness and Containers RI will provide no charge repair service for repairs that RIGGING INNOVATIONS INC. has determined to result from defects in material or workmanship for a period of six months from the date of purchase. Date of purchase and proof of purchase must be supplied to RI by the customer with the item in order to be repaired free of charge.

  • Page 12: Parts List

    PARTS LIST TABLE I QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Part Number HARNESS/CONTAINER ASSEMBLY 6113-(3) CONTAINER ASSEMBLY 4113-(3) HARNESS ASSEMBLY (STANDARD) 5113-(3) HARNESS ASSEMBLY (MULTI-FLEX) 5113-(6) HARNESS ASSEMBLY (RAPA) 5113-(7) STEALTH RESERVE PILOT CHUTE 2237-(3 ) SQUARE RESERVE FREEBAG AND BRIDLE 2132-( ) SAFETY STOW LOOP 2911-(2) RESERVE RIPCORD -TAS 2511-(8)
  • Page 13 Section 2.0 Component Compatibility 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...

  • Page 14: Section 2 - Canopy Compatibility

    Container Volume, Table II, the volume compatibility may be determined. IMPORTANT NOTES ON VOLUME REFERENCES Rigging Innovations maintains the PIA canopy volume measurement study. If R.I. has not tested a particular make and model canopy in our volume chamber we cannot be responsible for its fit in a given size container.

  • Page 15: Deployment Type

    TELESIS 3.0 system. SAFETY STOW Only a Rigging Innovations safety stow of the correct size with P/N 2911 - (3) is compatible with the TELESIS 3.0. No other safety stow is approved for use with the TELESIS 3.0 system.

  • Page 16: Industry Speed And Weight Limitations

    The data required for the warning label is obtained from the canopy manufacturer and should be found on the canopy warning label or data panel. INDUSTRY SPEED AND WEIGHT LIMITATIONS 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...

  • Page 17: Section 3 - User Information

    Section 3.0 User Information 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 18 MAIN CONTAINER PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Step 1: Lay out main parachute, flake canopy, and check lines for straightness and continuity. Step 2: With line check complete, attach connector links to main risers (nose of canopy on front riser, tail on rear riser). Note that risers are marked on back with an L or R to designate left and right. Double check that you have the proper riser on the appropriate side of canopy.
  • Page 19 Main Deployment Bag attachment Step 7: Install rubber bands provided onto main deployment bag. The main parachute is now ready to pack according to canopy manufacturer’s instructions. Step 8: Set deployment brakes by pulling steering lines down until locking loops are just below guide rings on main risers. Insert main toggle upper end into locking loop on steering line and into keeper sleeve above the guide ring.
  • Page 20 risers according to the instructions on the orange tabs (Figs 3-4 thru 3-8). Close the main riser covers. Route the main risers down along side the reserve container with the main toggles facing inboard. Fig 3-6 Fig 3-7 Fig 3-8 Step 3: Place bag into main container with the lines to bottom of container (Fig 3-9).
  • Page 21 Main Container Closing - B.O.C. and AFF/BOC Step 1. Route the main bridle across top of bag and out the right side of container. (Fig 3-11) Fig 3-11 Step 2. Close main flaps in the order shown in the diagram on the inside of the main container pin protector flap (Fig 3-12).
  • Page 22 Step 3. Fold the bottom edge upward towards and even with the handle. (Fig 3-16) This should be approximately the length of the pocket. Fig 3-16 Step 4. Fold pilotchute into thirds. “S” fold the bridle in the center and then fold the sides of the pilot chute over the bridle so the result is a flat package about the same width as the spandex pocket.

  • Page 23: 3-Ring Release Assembly

    Fig 3-20 Close the main pin protector flap (Fig 3-21). Note: If the Telesis 3.0 is set up for operation with an FXC AAD on the main, the closing sequence for the last two flaps will be reversed. That is, the right flap will close last.
  • Page 24 Step 2. Pass small riser ring through middle ring and fold small ring upward. (Fig 3-23) Fig 3-23 Step 3. Pass loop from top to bottom around small ring and through riser grommet. Double-check that loop goes only around the small ring and not second ring also. Do not twist the loop. (Fig 3-24) Fig 3-24 Step 4.
  • Page 25 RSL activation. Assembly of the RSL: The TELESIS 3.0 RSL System must be installed when the reserve is packed since the reserve ripcord MUST pass through the ring as the ripcord is installed.

  • Page 26: Fxc Main

    FATAL CONSEQUENCES! If you have any doubts or questions about routing or the installation of the Reserve Static-line Lanyard System, the TELESIS 3.0 should not be jumped until it has been inspected by a competent rigger, familiar with the system.
  • Page 27 FXC power unit (Figure 3-37). If there are any questions concerning the installation of the FXC Model 12000 into the Telesis 3.0, do not hesitate to contact Rigging Innovations before proceeding. Fig 3-37 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...

  • Page 28: Harness Adjustments And Fitting

    Harness Adjustments and Fitting Note: The Telesis 3.0 is designed to have multiple points of adjustment. They are the chest strap, the two main lift webs (MLW), the two leg straps, the two lateral back straps, and the belly band.
  • Page 29 Fig 3-42 Step 3. Bend forward at your waist and hoist your rig from the bottom so it sits high on your back. (Fig 3-43). Tighten the leg straps so that they’re tight but not uncomfortable or restrictive. Fig 3-43 Step 4.

  • Page 30: Main Static Line (Msl) Installation

    Rigger or contact Main Static Line (MSL) Installation. The Telesis 3.0 main static line activates a direct bag system. With ram-air canopies, the canopy is free stowed in the bag. That is, there is no assist device or connection between the canopy and the bag.

  • Page 31: 3.7.1 Aff M.o.d. And Aff/Boc Installation

    Because the AFF/M.O.D. handle is a completely separate component, it may be left off the assembly when the Telesis 3.0 is used in a normal freefall or static line mode. To install the handle:...
  • Page 32 3.8 Reserve SOS (Single Operating System) The Telesis 3.0 S.O.S. (Single Operating System) utilizes one handle and one operation for both the breakaway and reserve ripcord pin pull. A loop style handle is placed below the three ring on the wearers left hand side.

  • Page 33: Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance Procedures The TELESIS 3.0 begins its life as one of the finest pieces of parachute equipment you can buy. It is up to the owner to maintain it in top condition. Below are certain areas that you and your rigger should check on a regular basis to ensure proper operation and long life of your equipment.
  • Page 34 Note: IF ANY WEAR OR UNUSUAL CONDITION IS FOUND, CONSULT RIGGING INNOVATIONS, INC. OR A QUALIFIED PARACHUTE RIGGER IMMEDIATELY! 520-466-2655 After Putting Your Rig On, Check: 1. Reserve ripcord handle secure in its pocket. 2. Chest strap is properly threaded and free end secured.
  • Page 35 QUALIFIED PARACHUTE RIGGER IMMEDIATELY! 120 Day Maintenance Your Rigger should thoroughly inspect your TELESIS 3.0 at every repack cycle to insure that all components are in airworthy condition. These areas should include the following: 1. Reserve pilotchute, bridle, deployment bag, housing, and ripcord.
  • Page 36 Regular care and cleaning of your TELESIS 3.0 will prolong its life and enhance the resale value should you decide to sell it. It is recommended that you have your rigger wash your TELESIS 3.0 at least once a year. The following techniques of washing Rigging Innovations harness and containers have been utilized successfully for many years.
  • Page 37 CAUTION! Some colors, such as red, may bleed and contaminate lighter colors like white. Rigging Innovations therefore does not guarantee any results or accept any responsibility for color changes resulting from following these washing instructions. Remove all canopies, AADs, and component parts such as toggles, RSL, ripcords, bags, and elastic keepers as well as the packing data card.
  • Page 38 Step 2. Soak the rig in lukewarm water and apply Woolite™ or other soap directly onto the dirtiest parts. Scrub these parts vigorously. Allow these parts to absorb the Woolite™ during the time you’re traveling to the Laundromat. Step 3. Place the rig into the pillowcase and add extra padding such as some of your regular laundry! Tie off the pillowcase to hold everything in.

  • Page 39: Section 4 - Rigger Information

    Section 4.0 Rigger Information 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...

  • Page 40: Orange Warning Label Placard Data

    As Part of the manufacturer’s requirements, the ORANGE WARNING LABEL, located on the back pad, must be filled in by the Rigger assembling canopies to the TELESIS 3.0. The data required for the warning label is obtained from the canopy manufacturer and should be found on the canopy warning label or data panel, as well as in the Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 41: Parachute Assembly Inspection Form

    Parachute Assembly Inspection Form Parachute Assembly Inspection Form ! Note: Count all Tools Before Starting Assembly Qty: Manufacturer: Model: Harness and Date of manufacture: Container Serial no: Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials Main lift web Chest and leg straps Harness hardware and Flex-rings 3-ring release...
  • Page 42 Manufacturer: Model: Square Reserve Canopy Date of manufacture: and Pilotchute Serial no: Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials Risers Connector links Sliders & Grommets A-lines and attachment points B-lines and attachment points C-lines and attachment points D-lines and attachment points Steering lines and toggles Canopy cells and cross ports...
  • Page 43 Assembly of Main Canopy to Container Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials Inspection of canopy and Container completed (parts A & B ) Line continuity correct including steering lines thru slider grommets. Slider on correctly Release handle cables are proper lengths Rapide™...

  • Page 44: 4.3 Ram-Air Reserve Packing Instructions

    TELESIS 3.0. The rigger who assembles the reserve is responsible for completing the Orange Warning Label. Refer to the Rigging Innovations Warning Label Placard Data Sheet for proper information.
  • Page 45 Rigger’s Kit containing several useful tools when assembling a CYPRES™ to the Telesis 3.0 system. When assembling other brands of AADs to the Telesis 3.0 system, it is imperative that the rigger has all necessary instructions and any special tools if required.
  • Page 46 supplied with CYPRES™ must also be used to make knots for locking loop. Step 2: Adjust locking loop to appropriate length in accordance with Table IV. Install locking loop into container. Step 3: Install CYPRES™ processing unit into spandex pocket on divider wall at bottom of reserve container.
  • Page 47 Step 7: Gently slide control unit out through the upper right corner of reserve pack tray (Fig 4-5) and into the spandex pocket Fig 4-5 at the yoke area. Double check that control button, display, and red light are visible in pocket window. (Fig 4-6) Fig 4-6 Step 8: Pull slack in control cable back down into pack tray, leaving about 1/2”...

  • Page 48: Folding Reserve Parachute

    Talon 2. This is in keeping with the aerodynamic convex curve of the TELESIS 3.0 profile. The ears of the molar bag are designed to accept more bulk to create the “TELESIS 3.0” curve.
  • Page 49 5- Plastic or rubber tipped packing clamps (pony Size 3202) Fig 4-8 !! WARNING !! If T-Bars or "Positive Leverage Closing Devices" are used to close TELESIS 3.0 containers, use them with caution ! These tools can damage containers and cause impossible ripcord pull forces! 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 50 Reserve Parachute Pro Packing Instructions 1-Basic layout and setting up packing clamps Anchor the risers at the connector links including the steering lines. (Fig.4-9) Place packing weight on top of it. Fig 4-9 Pull the slider down to the connector links.
  • Page 51 2-Stacking and folding the reserve canopy The finished configuration for the canopy stack should look like Fig 4-12 when completed. Fig 4-12 Pull tension on the “A” lines. Split the leading edge in half (Fig 4-13). Fig-4-13 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 52 Fold half under ”A”-lines (Figs 4-14 and 4-15) Fig 4-14 Fig 4-15 Pick up the “B” lines by the clamp and hold vertically over the “A” clamp (Fig 4-16) Note the spread of the leading edge panels. Fig 4-16 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 53 Next stack the “B” lines on top of the “A” lines while distributing the cells equally to both sides. (Fig 4-17) Keep the center cell in the middle. Fig 4-17 Repeat this step with the “C” (Fig 4-18) Fig 4-18 and “D”...
  • Page 54 Split the trailing edge and separate the control lines into right and left groups (Fig 4-20). Fig 4-20 Remove the clamp from “D” line group. Hold down the “D” lines at the line attachment points and pull down the control lines. (Fig 4- Do not disturb the center of the canopy stack.
  • Page 55 Set the deployment brakes and stow the excess line in the Velcro keepers. (Fig. 4-22). Fig 4-22 The finished toggles should look like Fig. 4-23 Fig 4-23 Fold all the trailing edge to one side then pull the stabilizer panel taut (Fig 4-24). Fig 4-24 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 56 Flake the trailing edge of the canopy starting with the outboard control lines. Fold each cell in half on top of the “D” line group (Fig. 4-25) until you get to the center. Repeat with the opposite side. Fig 4-25 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 57 3- Place canopy into the deployment bag and stowing the lines Make sure all suspension lines are taut and towards the center of the pack job. (Fig 4-26) Fig 4-26 Pull slider up to the slider stops. Fold the center of the trailing edge back to expose the center of the “wind channel”.
  • Page 58 Create an “S” fold in the stack. (Fig. 4-28) Position a packing paddle at a third of the way up from the bottom of the Fig 4-28 canopy length on top of the stack. Place a gun cleaning rod at half the distance between the bottom and the packing paddle under the stack.
  • Page 59 Continue to wrap the center cell around the canopy stack and secure with additional clamps (Fig. 4-31). Fig 4-31 Lift the base of the folded canopy and slide the reserve bag underneath. The grommets in the tongue of the bag should be even with the bottom of the stack (Fig.
  • Page 60 Fig 4-34A Fig 4-34 Split the loose fabric at the top to form two “ears” (Fig 4-35). Fig 4-35 Gather the center cell material along the middle seam until you reach the bottom along the middle seam. (Fig. 4-36) Fig 4-36 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 61 Roll the material under but do not cover the center cell (Fig. 4-37). Fig 4-37 Hold down the center cell material and then shape the molar folds (Fig. 4-38). Fig 4-38 Fold the ends of the molar folds under to create the bulk necessary to fill the top of the reserve bag (Fig.
  • Page 62 When placing the canopy in the bag, allow the folded canopy to stick out 2-3 inches at the mouth of the bag to fill the corners of the reserve container (Fig. 4-40). Fig 4-40 Close bag and secure with the locking stows (Fig.
  • Page 63 5-Closing the Container Place reserve risers into the pack tray. (Fig. 4-44) Spread the risers with the rear riser to the outside to minimize the bulk against the back pad. Fig 4-44 Place freebag into the container and S-fold the bridle on top between the molar shaped canopy ears.
  • Page 64 Secure in place with a clamp. (Fig. 4-47) Fig 4-47 Use the gun cleaning rod to thread the pull-up cord through Stealth pilotchute from bottom to top. (Fig. 4- 48). Fig 4-48 Center the base of the pilot chute on center grommet of freebag.
  • Page 65 Next thread the left (#2) side flap grommet. Simultaneously close the side flaps (Fig. 4-51). Secure with temporary pin. Fig 4-51 Close bottom flap #3 and secure with temporary pin. (Fig 4-52). Note: At this point, you should only be able to pull ¼” –...
  • Page 66 Place the data card in the data card pocket (Fig 4-54). Fig 4-54 COUNT YOUR TOOLS! COMPLETE PLACARD DATA ON ORANGE WARNING LABEL. FAILURE TO COMPLETE ORANGE WARNING LABEL WILL VOID THE TSO. 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...
  • Page 67 RIGGING INNOVATIONS INC. P O BOX 86 ELOY AZ 85231, USA TEL (520) 466-2655 FAX (520) 466-2656 e-mail: tech@rigginginnovations.com www.rigginginnovations.com 1313-(3) 2008 Version 1.2...

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