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TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL
Thomas Defence Systems Ltd
Pinfold Lane
Bridlington
East Yorkshire
Great Britain
YO16 6XS
Tel: +44 01262678299
Fax: +44 01262 602063
www.thomas-sports.com
enquires@thomas-sports.com
Thomas Defence Systems Ltd, Issue 5, 01-05-2014, Reference Number TSE/004
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  • Page 1 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL Thomas Defence Systems Ltd Pinfold Lane Bridlington East Yorkshire Great Britain YO16 6XS Tel: +44 01262678299 Fax: +44 01262 602063 www.thomas-sports.com enquires@thomas-sports.com Thomas Defence Systems Ltd, Issue 5, 01-05-2014, Reference Number TSE/004...
  • Page 2 PACKING A SQUARE RESERVE. 23 THE STEVENSON LANYARD. 24 INSPECTION OF THE TEAR DROP 1 PIN. 25 CARE AND STORAGE OF THE TEAR DROP 1 PIN. 26 MAINTENANCE OF THE TEAR DROP 1 PIN. 27 THE 3-RING RELEASE SYSTEM PERIODIC MAINTENANCE.
  • Page 3 If after reading this manual you still have questions concerning the Tear Drop 1 Pin please contact us, we will be more than willing to help. If you have any suggestions or see a need for some changes in the Tear Drop 1 Pin please let us know by calling or writing to:...
  • Page 4 THE HARNESS: The harness is constructed from either type 7 or type 8 Mil-Spec webbing and incorporates the 3-ring circus. It also features the unique TDS shaped harness design. PARTS LIST...
  • Page 5 *All TEAR DROP 1 PIN harness/containers are manufactured to accept the Cypres or Vigil A.A.D. ^Only the TEAR DROP 1 PIN reserve pilot chute may be used with the TEAR DROP 1 PIN harness/container system. Do not substitute with any other pilot chute.
  • Page 6 Drop 1 Pin, even "insignificant" alterations may have very negative or unforeseen effects. The Tear Drop 1 Pin was designed and built the way it is as a result of years of testing and development. There are reasons for having things the way they are, reasons that might not be apparent at first.
  • Page 7 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL PACKING THE MAIN First refer to the manufacturers’ instructions for laying out the main parachute, setting the brakes and otherwise preparing the main parachute to put into the deployment bag. If you require further instruction seek the advice of the main canopy manufacturer, or a suitable instructor.
  • Page 8 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL Lay the pilot chute out net side up so the edge of the circle is at the mouth of the spandex pocket. S-Fold the bridle line on the half of the pilot chute over the pocket.
  • Page 9 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL Remove old pilot chute and bridle line, if fitting to old system. Check bag for proper size grommet, number 4. Thread the retention line and kill line from the outside of the bag to the inside of the bag.
  • Page 10 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL Because of the size range of square reserve canopies available today, this manual does not contain instructions on inspection, assembling and flaking. Please follow the packing instructions of your reserve manufacturers’ manual. TYPICAL PRO PACKING EXAMPLE...
  • Page 11 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #1 Dress the canopy to the width of the reserve bag. FIGURES #2, #3, #4 Kneel on the trailing edge and keeping the center seam in the middle of the bundle, push the middle of the top of the canopy down to your knees until the bundle resembles two ears, as shown in FIG #2.
  • Page 12 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #4 FIGURE #5 FIGURE #6 FIGURE #7 FIGURE #8 PACKING A SQUARE RESERVE Preparation of the reserve pilot chute and closing the reserve container Thomas Defence Systems Ltd, Issue 5, 01-05-2014, Reference Number TSE/004...
  • Page 13 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL The reserve pilot chute is supplied with an aluminum cap on the top with 2 grommets contained in it. The off-set grommet is where the 1 pin loop is started. Insert the 1 pin loop from the inside of the reserve pilot chute up to the off-set grommet and pass it through, ensuring that the washer prevents the 1 pin loop from passing through the grommet, SEE FIGURE #1.
  • Page 14 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL D. FIGURES #3, #4, #5 AND #6 show how to close the side flaps and the routing of the square reserve bag bridle. As shown in FIGURE #4, 3-4 inches of reserve bridle line must be tucked back under the square reserve bag.
  • Page 15 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #7 shows the reserve bridle line been folded in half. FIGURE #8 then shows the reserve bridle line been folded in a quarter to give you a dove tail effect. FIGURE #9 shows the pointed end of the dove tail been stowed into the stage deployment loop.
  • Page 16 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #12 shows the reserve bridle line now stowed completely under the bottom flap of the reserve container. FIGURE #13 shows the bottom flap of the reserve container now held in position over the 'T' bar.
  • Page 17 FIGURE #16 shows the reserve pilot chute now seated on top of the reserve container. FIGURE #17 shows the TEAR DROP 1 PIN in the upright position with one hand on the top of the domed reserve pilot chute cap, the other on the 'T' bar.
  • Page 18 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #18 shows the locking off of the reserve pin with the loop. When the reserve ripcord pin is in position and locked off by the loop, REMOVE THE PULL-UP CORD. FIGURES #19, #20 AND #21 show the stowing of the excess reserve pilot chute fabric underneath the domed 1 pin pop top cap.
  • Page 19 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURES #22, #23 AND #24 show the stowing of the excess reserve pilot chute fabric underneath the domed 1 pin pop top cap. FIGURE #22 FIGURE #23 FIGURE #24 PACKING A SQUARE RESERVE Preparation of the reserve pilot chute and closing the reserve container...
  • Page 20 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #25 shows the preparation for pulling the loop. FIGURE #26 shows pulling up the loop through the center of the reserve pilot chute. FIGURE #27 and #28 show the stowing of the excess line on the loop.
  • Page 21 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL FIGURE #29 shows the 1 pin fabric pop top cap. FIGURE #30, #31 AND #32 show how to place the 1 pin fabric pop top cap onto the domed cap of the reserve pilot chute with the aid of a packing paddle.
  • Page 22 FIGURE #35 FIGURE #36 This procedure assures that every TEAR DROP 1 PIN has the correct loop length for a good pack job and an easy ripcord pull. The CYPRES and/or VIGIL loop does not stretch and allows the ripcord to slide more easily than a nylon loop would, even when the reserve pilot chute is pulled firmly down on the container.
  • Page 23 THE STEVENSONS LANYARD PARTS MADE UP AND INSTALLED FIGURE #1 FIGURE #2 FIGURE #3 INSPECTION OF THE TEAR DROP 1 PIN INTRODUCTION Thomas Defence Systems Ltd, Issue 5, 01-05-2014, Reference Number TSE/004...
  • Page 24 TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL Inspection of your Tear Drop 1 Pin should be at assembly, before every repack and after emergency use. Every Tear Drop 1 Pin must be inspected by qualified personnel, before it is used, before every repack and no matter if it was used or not after it was handled in an improper way such as after water jumps, muddy landing, etc.
  • Page 25 Avoid direct exposure to sunlight, especially during packing and storage. 2. Acid. Nylon is damaged by acid. Keep your Tear Drop 1 Pin away from hangar floors, dirty car trunks and similar areas where acids may be found. If such contamination does occur, immediately and thoroughly wash the rig with warm water and neutral soap.
  • Page 26 Follow the instructions and details set forth in this manual by the manufacturer. The owner (not necessarily the user) is responsible to keep the Tear Drop 1 Pin in a proper, safe and airworthy condition. Follow the national laws and regulations of the country in which the equipment is in use.
  • Page 27 10. If any wear is found, consult the manufacturer or a qualified rigger before using the Tear Drop 1 Pin. 11. Reassemble the system. Double check it. Make sure the risers aren't twisted. PUTTING ON YOUR TEAR DROP 1 PIN Thomas Defence Systems Ltd, Issue 5, 01-05-2014, Reference Number TSE/004...

  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    TEAR DROP 1 PIN OWNERS MANUAL When lifting the TEAR DROP 1 PIN, hold the main lift web between the large harness ring and the chest strap. Put the rig on as you would a jacket, setting the yoke across the shoulders.