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  • Page 1 CYPRES 2 Reliability made in Germany Military CYPRES 2 User Guide...
  • Page 2 We do hope you can avoid such CYPRES 2 trouble and that your CYPRES 2 will never have to take action to save your life. Nevertheless, situ- Military User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..15 Changeable MODE Mil CYPRES 2 10. Switching rigs ........43 3. Installation ..........17 11. Air travel ..........44 4. How to operate CYPRES 2 ....19 12. Technical data ........45 ....19 4.1 Handling the control unit .........46 12.1 Versions...

  • Page 4: Function

    Do not use CYPRES 2 if you do not accept these risks. majority of parachutists, without interfering with You must ensure that the reserve closing loop passes routine parachuting operations.
  • Page 5 • The CYPRES 2 combines tried and tested qual- The unit will remind you when it is approach- ity and reliability with a wealth of expertise and ing its next maintenance date. technological progress following many years of • The unit is small and lightweight.

  • Page 6: Components

    (cutter) for 1-pin reserve containers or two release units (cutters) for 2-pin reserve containers. Control unit WARNING Do not pull, lift, carry or throw CYPRES 2 by the cables. Processing unit Release unit (cutter) - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide -...

  • Page 7: How Cypres 2 Works

    While you might need to reset your al- invented and patented by Airtec’s founder Helmut timeter before a jump, CYPRES 2 takes care of itself. Cloth in 1987. This precise calibration should allow CYPRES 2 to The CYPRES 2 activation system offers numerous recognize the exact activation altitude and speed.
  • Page 8 The release unit (cutter) is completely self- (cutter) with contained and has been specifically developed for elastic keeper CYPRES 2. In the event of an activation, nothing escapes or is expelled. An 18-month investigation by BAM (Bunde- sanstalt für Materialprüfung), Berlin, tested a total of 99 release units.

  • Page 9: Training / Operational Unit

    As long as the airfield/DZ are at the same elevation This mode is ideal whenever you are doing routine or are in the same location, the Military CYPRES 2 training jumps. This is when you go to an airfield unit is ideal for your training operations and re- or DZ, enter an airplane or helicopter, perform a quires little attention once it has been switched on.
  • Page 10 Should the conditions for activation be met, in Operational Mode your Military CYPRES 2 will This feature of the Military CYPRES 2 unit should activate at 1,000 feet, 1,500 feet, 1,900 feet or keep the parachutist safe during virtually every 2,500 feet, respectively (depending of what kind of military operation imaginable.

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    A successful self-test gives you the best pos- or SSK. sible assurance that your unit will provide No CYPRES 2 user has ever had to pay for a bat- trouble-free operation for up to 14 hours. tery since 2003, provided that the maintenance...

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    2500/29 A the user will be unable to reactivate the unit. Changeable MODE Mil In these cases, CYPRES 2 must be sent to the The difference between the first four versions is manufacturer or to your service center for the activation altitude. The fifth differs from the inspection and adjustment.

  • Page 13: 1000/35 A

    M- CYPRES 2 1000/35 M- CYPRES 2 1500/35 1-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9578 1-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9580 M- CYPRES 2 1000/35 M- CYPRES 2 1500/35 2-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9579 2-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9581 Page 12 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide -...

  • Page 14: 1900/35 A

    Contact the manufacturer of your parachute/con- tainer system for further assistance. Model Nato Stock Number M- CYPRES 2 1900/35 1-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9582 M- CYPRES 2 1900/35 2-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9583 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 13...

  • Page 15: 2500/29 A

    M- CYPRES 2 2500/35 M- CYPRES 2 2500/29 1-pin absolute calibration n.a. 1-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9584 M- CYPRES 2 2500/35 M- CYPRES 2 2500/29 2-pin absolute calibration n.a. 2-pin absolute calibration 1670-12-361-9585 Page 14 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide -...

  • Page 16: Changeable Mode Mil Cypres 2

    Changeable MODE Mil CYPRES 2 When you switch on the Changeable MODE Mil CYPRES 2 it immediately displays the set mode. While it is ON it continuously displays the set mode. If the bar is covered by another display, it The Changeable MODE Mil CYPRES 2 can be will blink to indicate the set mode.
  • Page 17 + holding the button 4. CYPRES 2 will confirm by flashing the LED for 1 second 5. When the LED turns off A malfunction can cause a false activation/failure to...

  • Page 18: Installation

    The installation had turer in collaboration with the AAD manufacturer. to be tested and ap- If you want to install a CYPRES 2 into a container proved. This test- that has not been set up for CYPRES 2 you should...
  • Page 19 Cables should be placed in a circle in order to avoid twists. Always avoid pulling, bending, twisting, or kinking the cables. CYPRES 2 can easily be removed by the owner. Do not pull on the cables - instead, push the processing Wrong unit, cutter and control unit from their keepers.

  • Page 20: How To Operate Cypres 2

    4. How to operate CYPRES 2 Please familiarize yourself with switching 4.1 Handling the control unit CYPRES 2 on and off (see Section 4.2) and changing the altitude reference (see Section 4.4) The push button on the control unit should be prior to use.

  • Page 21: Switching Cypres 2 On

    If you do not act promptly after seeing the LED unsuccessful, an error code is shown on the display light, or if you push the button too soon, CYPRES 2 for approximately 2 seconds. The meaning of these will ignore the switch-on attempt.

  • Page 22: Using Cypres In Training Mode

    • If the total time for a single jump (from take- To reset CYPRES 2, switch it off and then switch it off to landing) exceeds one and a half hours, on again. The unit will then re-calibrate and “zero”...

  • Page 23: Operational Mode Target Dz Setting

    Whenever you want to land at a DZ elevation that Switch on is different from your takeoff elevation, you must use your Military CYPRES 2 unit in Operational Mode and set it to the ground air pressure of your target DZ using a hPA value.

  • Page 24: Below Dz

    4.4.0 Below DZ CYPRES 2 ceases all actions at ground level. All This method can be used to set the device functions will stop below this level. • either on the ground • or in a flying aircraft An optional feature allows the Military CYPRES 2 •...

  • Page 25: Circular Calculator

    DZ is unknown, this value can be calcu- • Press “feet” lated using the Military CYPRES 2 Calculator (feet/ • Press “hPa” meters/hPa/InHG) developed by Airtec. The display shows the air pressure in hPa of your target DZ.
  • Page 26 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 25...

  • Page 27: Military Cypres Calculator

    4.4.3 Military CYPRES Calculator (software version) Software versions of the Military CYPRES 2 Cal- It is also available online as an App for Android culator are also available. and iOS free of charge, featuring the same Military At www.militarycypres.cc it is available as a Win- CYPRES 2 Calculator as described in Section 4.4.2...

  • Page 28: Access To Unit Information

    1. display of the flight counter 4.5 Access to unit information CYPRES 2 provides an easy way to view 1. the flight counter* 2. the unit’s serial number 3. the next maintenance date** 4. and the rev. number: 2. display of the serial number...

  • Page 29: Cypres 2 And Water Jumps

    In the event of contact with water, the unit must be switched off immediately after exiting the water. The filter must be replaced before next use. CYPRES 2 comes with one spare filter and a filter changer. The CYPRES 2 filter changer is made from stain- less steel and has been specially designed for filter removal and replacement.

  • Page 30: Changing The Filter

    Discard it. Do not use other tools! - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 29...

  • Page 31: Error Display

    If an error condition is detected during the self-test low battery. Please contact Airtec or SSK countdown, CYPRES 2 will show an error code prior to next use. on the display. After one of the following three error codes appears, One or both of the attached re- the unit switches OFF and cannot be switched on again.

  • Page 32: Changing The Release Unit(S)

    Do not twist! and pull them apart using a smooth straight motion. Do not twist! It is easy to change a 1-pin CYPRES 2 to a 2-pin CYPRES 2 or vice versa by swapping cutter types. 1-pin cutter 2-pin cutter...
  • Page 33 Keep tapping the socket until no more water comes out, then store the CYPRES 2 with the open end of the socket facing down for another 24 hours in a dry area to allow the socket to fully dry out.

  • Page 34: Technical Servicing/Maintenance

    This means that it is often possible to prevent situations by making modifications during the maintenance process, rather than having to fix problems that result in downtime later. - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 33...

  • Page 35: Maintenance Reminder

    If the first maintenance has been performed on Approaching the beginning of the first maintenance your CYPRES 2, then your unit will notify you of window your CYPRES 2 will start to show you the second (and last) maintenance as it approaches that maintenance is available and the unit will the beginning of the second maintenance window.

  • Page 36: Timing Of Maintenance

    If you choose not to have maintenance performed on your device you are assuming the risk that it will be less reliable (see Section 12.1 for the CYPRES 2 maintenance/utilization cycle). - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 35...

  • Page 37: Important Notes

    8.1 Important notes for jump pilots The following three points are only to be borne in Always: in Training Mode and Operational Mode mind when the Military CYPRES 2 unit is used in Stay below the vertical activation speed in the Training Mode.
  • Page 38 Failure to observe these limitations can cause injury or death. Min. 1500 ft Activation altitude If the Military CYPRES 2 unit is used in Operational Mode the above limitations do not apply. - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 37...

  • Page 39: Important Notes For Users

    • In Training Mode only: After take-off please • To make sure that a Military CYPRES 2 unit is ascend at more than 180 feet per minute (1 armed when it is used in Training Mode, you meter per second) for at least 30 seconds.

  • Page 40: Repacking Of Reserves

    Replace damaged grommets immedi- ately. Use original CYPRES loops/loop material, pull-ups, and discs when a CYPRES 2 is installed in the container. Even if you do not have an AAD in your container, a CYPRES loop will markedly improve your safety.
  • Page 41 The loops provided by Airtec have already been Tips for riggers (packers): pre-treated with silicone. The ‘Packer’s Kit’ is available from CYPRES 2 1-Pin pop top: dealers. It contains lots of things to make life easier, including: Please check the loop carefully and replace if nec- essary.

  • Page 42: The Cypres Loop And Disk System

    In one case, an through the middle hole and then through the left aircraft actually crashed because of a premature hole. The loop then gets threaded through the right reserve opening. hole and knotted. - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 41...
  • Page 43 4,000,000 loops have been manufactured loop-tearing has reduced to almost zero by using this product. by Airtec and given to rig manufacturers, riggers There is no doubt that both the loop and washer and packers around the world to improve safety.

  • Page 44: Switching Rigs

    (1-pin or 2-pin). It is not necessary to send the CYPRES 2 to the manufacturer. The required cutter can be purchased from your CYPRES dealer.

  • Page 45: Air Travel

    It shows an x-ray of a complete rig fitted with CYPRES 2. The x-ray imagery may vary depending on the type and design of the rig.

  • Page 46: Technical Data

    These limits are therefore not relevant until the processing unit itself has reached the temperatures in question. In reality, these limits will rarely be reached due to the fact that CYPRES 2 must be located inside the reserve container, and due to the insulating properties of the processing unit pouch and parachute canopy.

  • Page 47: Versions

    Standard settings for the 1000/35 A CYPRES 2: Activation altitude ....approx. 1,000 feet Activation speed ..approx. 78 mph at sea level Standard settings for the 1500/35 A CYPRES 2: Activation altitude ....approx. 1,500 feet Activation speed ..approx. 78 mph at sea level If maintenance has been performed.

  • Page 48: Warranty

    Neither repair nor replacement will affect the original warranty. When a CYPRES 2 unit is returned to the manu- facturer or service center, it must be packed in the original box or an equivalent shipping package...

  • Page 49: Disclaimer

    CYPRES 2 is strictly a backup device and is not in- the use of non-original Airtec parts and accessories. tended to replace proper training or timely execution The use of CYPRES 2 is voluntary and does not of appropriate emergency procedures.

  • Page 50: Index

    Disclaimer ............. 48 Operation unit ..........9 Display ............22 Parascending/paragliding ......38 DZ elevation ..........22,23 Power supply ..........10,45 DZ ground air pressure ......22,23 Pressure cabin ..........36 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide - Page 49...
  • Page 51 Switch off ............9 Switch on ............20 Target DZ setting .......... 22 Temperature ..........45 Training unit ............ 8 Unit information ..........27 Volume ............45 Warranty ............47 Water contact ..........28 Page 50 - Military CYPRES 2 User Guide -...

  • Page 52: Packing List

    16. Packing list Trademarks In addition to the CYPRES 2 unit and the CYPRES is a trademark of Airtec GmbH & Co. KG User Guide, the following items will be delivered: Safety Systems. All rights reserved. No part of this...
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  • Page 55 SSK Military Industries, Inc. 1008 Monroe Rd. - Lebanon, OH 45036 513-934-3201 Fax 513-934-3208 www.SSK.us info@SSK.us manufactured by: Airtec GmbH & Co. KG Safety Systems Mittelstrasse 69 33181 Bad Wünnenberg - Germany Tel: +49 2953 98990 Fax: +49 2953 1293 www.militarycypres.cc...

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