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Final Configuration
Your SMS100 Harness comes pre-assembled which makes final configuration much
easier.
The last step is the adjustment of the harness. To ensure proper fit when donning the
harness, first tighten the waist strap. This will help the following steps pull the harness
tight against the body. Next, secure the sternum strap to its appropriate length – Note:
tighten just enough to keep the straps straight over the shoulder – do not over tighten
which causes the straps to pull towards middle. Finally, adjust the shoulder webbing
accordingly. This should provide a firm and comfortable fit. You may need to give the
sternum strap one final tug once complete.
The wing retention system or "bungee" is used to keep the wing streamlined when not
fully inflated. It pulls the excess material in while still allowing full inflation. Adjusting
the wing retention system can be done by unclipping the fastener attached to the lower 1"
d-ring and moving to the desired location – usually up to an alternate d-ring. The bungee
can also be trimmed to the desired length however use caution as you may need this at a
later date. **Note: Over tightening will reduce the amount of lift in the wing.
Although preparation will take some time, once you have completed the configuration
steps for rigging the tanks, attaching the cylinders and adjusting the harness properly your
in water characteristic should look something like this below. Trim is horizontal and
streamlined. **TechTip: Cam band more towards the rear or bottom of tank = Feet down
/ Cam band more towards the front or top of tank = head down **
Following your training course outline will have specified alternate methods of achieving
perfect trim.
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