Aerodyne ICON Packing Manual

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ICON HARNESS

PACKING MANUAL

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TM162

Edition 02 - 2004

ICON harness container sizes

Reserve size

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Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.

AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616

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CONTAINER

99-110

110-135

135-150

150-175

175-190

190-220

220-250

VERULAM 4340 SOUTH AFRICA

ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004

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Page 1 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 1/34 Click here to check for updates to manual ICON HARNESS CONTAINER PACKING MANUAL Manual TM162 Edition 02 - 2004 ICON harness container sizes Reserve size 99-110 110-135 135-150 150-175 175-190 190-220 220-250 Click here to check for updates to manual Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 2 We have made the commitment never to be content and never follow the "others". We will lead the way and expand the envelope. We will be the "Icon", the symbol of a new standard in our sport.
Page 3 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 3/34 WARNING! PROPER TRAINING AND / OR EXPERIENCE ARE REQUIRED TO LOWER THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. NEVER USE THIS EQUIPMENT UNLESS YOU HAVE: READ THIS WARNING LABEL AND APPROPRIATE OWNERS MANUAL AND PACKING INSTRUCTIONS AND COMPLETED A “CONTROLLED PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION”...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 4/34 SUMMARY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION MARKING & COMPONENTS LIST TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 RESERVE ASSEMBLY 2.1.1 - Connection rapide links 2.1.2 - Soft links 2.1.3 - Connect canopy to Container 2.1.4 - PACKING INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 5: Introduction
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 5/34 1.1 INTRODUCTION THE ICON HARNESS CONTAINER MUST BE CHECKED AND ASSEMBLED BY A QUALIFIED RIGGER. Before assembly, check the harness, container and all components, ensuring that the Reserve and Main container sizes are compatible with the Reserve and Main canopies, and deployment systems with which it is to be used.
Page 6: Marking & Components List
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 6/34 Marking & list of components 1.3.1 Label on front left reserve riser AERODYNE SYSTEMS P.O.BOX 1616 VERULAM 4340 SOUTH AFRICA Part No: Serial number: Date of MFG: Container size: Harness Size: Max.operating limits: 136 kg 150 kt Average peak force during 4.3.4 strength tests: 5.45 G’s...
Page 7: Technical Specifications And Limitations
Page 7/34 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS SPECIFICATIONS: THE ICON HARNESS CONTAINER IS CERTIFIED UNDER TSO C23d. It is produced in different sizes in accordance to the TSO C23d SMART range of canopies. RESERVE CANOPY USE: Must be used with TSO certified reserve canopies.
Page 8 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 8/34 Major Components & Accessories: Cut away handle with rigid Puff Metallic reserve handle Reserve handle with rigid Puff Reserve toggle Cut away handle position Reserve handle position Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 9 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 9/34 Main pin toggle Miniforceä Type 17 risers - Pin Toggle Stainless steel leg strap adjusters with buffer Route the webbing as shown on picture Adjustment Elastic keepers are MANDATORY on Type 8 buffer...
Page 10: Operating Instructions
6. Ensure that the reserve and main canopy size is compatible with the harness-container and deployment system with which it is to be used. 7. Prior to assembly and/or packing a thorough inspection of the Icon harness and container must be completed.
Page 11: Soft Links
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 11/34 Reserve canopy assembly: If soft links are used follow the instructions below: Soft links connection Soft link for reserve canopies. Soft link for Main canopies on miniforce risers. PN: P 1487-01 PN: P 1487-00 Installation procedure on front and rear reserve risers: Secure the Soft Link ring in the webbing pocket, and hand tack as shown.
Page 12 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 12/34 Reserve canopy assembly: If you use connector links: After canopy installation, don’t forget to tighten the connector links (Do not overtighten!). Reserve toggle assembly: Pass the lower steering line through the rear riser ring.
Page 13 For assembly of steering toggle see page 12. Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product. AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616 VERULAM 4340 SOUTH AFRICA...
Page 14 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 14/34 CYPRES Assembly: MANDATORY: Only use a Cypres closure loop with the Icon Harness and Container To set the reserve closure loop and washer use the following method as shown. Adjust the length and tighten the knot.
Page 15 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 15/34 Reserve container CYPRES installation Sandard unit control installation: Into spandex pocket on the back pad. Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 16 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 16/34 Clear window CYPRESS control unit installation: Place the two tyraps with the head on the right side as shown in the drawings, place the CYPRESS control unit as shown in the picture, tighten tyraps and cut the extra lenght off. Follow the drawings.
Page 17: Packing Instructions
For packing of the Reserve container, follow the Reserve canopy manufacturer’s WARNING, instructions and recommendations. For the closing of the Reserve Container follow the Icon Manuals WARNINGS, Instructions and recommendations. Packing of the Reserve Canopy and Container must be completed by a qualified rigger.
Page 18 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 18/34 Prepare the reserve deployment bag shape as shown Lay the risers flat against the container wall. Place the deployment bag and pass the closure loop through the deployment bag central grommets. Push and compress the lower corners of the deployment bag Place the Spring ejector plate and fold the remaining into the reserve container (see arrows).
Page 19 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 19/34 Ensure the lower spring coil is up against the spring ejector plate. Pass a pull up cord cleanly through the pilot chute from bottom to top plate. Top plate grommet Lock the pilot chute in position with a temporary pin...
Page 20 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 20/34 Install the reserve handle and close the lower flap with the pin. If you install a RSL: Route the cable through the guide rings as shown. RSL Lanyard Verify the reserve handle pull force is between 5 lbs (22,2 Newtons) minimum and 22 lbs (97,9 Newtons maximum) Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 21 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 21/34 Miniforce risers Pin Toggle. Pass the steering line through the guide ring and connect the toggle to the steering line as shown. Setting deployment brakes. Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 22 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 22/34 RELEASE BRAKES SYSTEM In Correct Correct Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product. AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616 VERULAM 4340 SOUTH AFRICA...
Page 23 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 23/34 Lateral view Right hand side Left hand side Anti-twist housing MiniforceÔ three ring maintenance: Release the three ring system every 50 jumps and knead the webbing as shown. Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 24 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 24/34 Kill line and main deployment bag assembly Connect the bridle to the main canopy with the connector link as Secure the kill line with a connector link inside the bridle as shown.
Page 25: Main Assembly
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 25/34 Main assembly before closing the main container Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product. AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616...
Page 26 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 26/34 Place the main risers under the internal riser covers. Fold the internal riser cover over the main risers Place the risers under the upper riser covers Close the upper riser covers by inserting the tongue into the pocket.
Page 27 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 27/34 Place the main deployment bag in the pack tray with the lines facing down. At this stage, adjust the main closure loop length to suit the main canopy size. WARNING: The maximum force exerted by the bridle on the curved pin must not be more then 6 daN.
Page 28 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 28/34 Close the right lateral flap. Check the mark on the kill line Close the left lateral flap, to indicate that the pilot chute is cocked. Slide the hand deploy bridle under the right lateral flap as shown.Fold the hand deploy bridle...
Page 29 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 29/34 Insure that the center line of hand deploy pilot chute is free Fold the hand deploy as shown Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product.
Page 30 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 30/34 Free Fly Handle Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product. AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616 VERULAM 4340 SOUTH AFRICA...
Page 31: Maintenance Procedures
ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 31/34 MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES STORAGE USER Check-list Read the warning on page 3 of this manual and follow the instructions before packing and/or using the product. AERODYNE SYSTEMS - PO BOX 1616...
Page 32 3 ICON MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS The ICON is built with the latest design and production technologies. Qualified personal: All maintenance on the ICON Harness & Container must be done by the Manufacturer or a qualified rigger. Attention: The ICON is certified under TSO C23 d The TSO label is sew on the left reserve riser.
Page 33 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 33/34 Reserve D-bag stitching and grommets. Replace shock cord if damaged Reserve bridle is in good condition Reserve pilot chute fabric, spring attachment & condition Operations on the main rig each 50 jumps:...
Page 34 ICON PACKING MANUAL Edition of 02-2004 Page 34/34 3.4 User check-list before jump: Verify the packing date on the data-card. Reserve handle in its pocket, and the correct cable routing without tension. Turn automatic opener (AAD) “ON” Cut away handle in his pocket and cable routing correctly into housings.