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Page 2: Warning
Strong Enterprises WARNING Parachuting is a hazardous activity that can result in serious injury or death. Failure to follow all warnings, instructions and required procedures may result in serious injury or death. Parachutes sometimes malfunction even when they are properly designed, built, assembled, packed, maintained and used. The results of such malfunctions are sometimes serious injury or death. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Strong Enterprises ABLE OF ONTENTS WARNING DISCLAIMER TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Product Description Features Options List Of Components Stellar Reserve Canopy Description Required Training Before Jumping CANOPY COMPATIBILITY CHART USING THE QUASAR Donning and Adjusting Pre- Jump Check Main Deployment... -
Page 4: Introduction
And of course it had to retain the durability and reliability that Strong Enterprises has been building into its products for over 30 years. We think we have accomplished these goals and welcome your comments so that we may continue to improve our products and make skydiving a safer and more enjoyable sport for all involved. -
Page 5: Features
Strong Enterprises FEATURES • Single pin reserve closure with internal pilot chute. • Reserve static line with quick release (RSL). • CYPRES AAD ready (Easy 5 minute installation). • “Molar” type reserve free bag prevents closing loop from contacting canopy. -
Page 6: List Of Components
Strong Enterprises LIST OF COMPONENTS Your new Quasar is shipped with the following components: Description Part Number Harness / Container assembly, CYPRES compatible 115100 Reserve pilot chute 790144 Molar type reserve free bag with 13’ bridle (Square Reserve Only) 730400 : OR : 40”... -
Page 7: Stellar Reserve Canopy Description
Strong Enterprises STELLAR RESERVE CANOPY DESCRIPTION A NEW low pack volume, 7-cell canopy manufactured with 1.1 oz/0-3 CFM ripstop Nylon. Spectra 725 lbs lines attached to Stainless Steel Rapide links are standard. RESERVE by STRONG The Stellar line of reserves was... -
Page 8: Required Training
To check this, consult the canopy compatibility chart on page 8. Look at all of the stitching, especially at the harness junctions. In the unlikely event that you find anything out of the ordinary, please contact Strong Enterprises immediately. Your business is important to us and we want you to be satisfied with your purchase. -
Page 9: Canopy Compatibility Chart
Strong Enterprises CANOPY COMPATIBILITY CHART To determine the pack volume of the Quasar’s main and reserve containers, consult the TSO tag on the inside of the right front riser. It will be stamped with a Q number followed by a second number. Look up your rigs Q number on the chart below to determine its reserve container size. -
Page 10: Pre-Jump Check
Strong Enterprises 5. B-12 SNAPS ONLY, Route the leg straps between your legs, removing all twists and fasten the snaps to their V-rings. 6. Tighten the leg straps evenly until they are snug but not uncomfortable and stow their excess webbing in the pocket at the end of each leg pad. You are now ready for a pre-jump equipment check. -
Page 11: Main Deployment
Strong Enterprises 10. The main pin protector flap should be closed by folding its tip back under the two side flaps and seating it firmly. 11. The AAD, if equipped, should be properly calibrated and armed. MAIN DEPLOYMENT 1. While in a stable face-to-earth position, after waving off and clearing the air above you, reach back and grasp the pilot chute’s deployment handle. -
Page 12: Reserve Deployment
Strong Enterprises RESERVE DEPLOYMENT This section is not intended to be a course in dealing with skydiving emergencies. It is simply a general description of how the Quasar emergency parachute is deployed. In order for the reserve container to preform as designed, it is recommended that the jumper be in a stable face to earth position when deploying the reserve. -
Page 13: Reserve Packing Instructions
Strong Enterprises RESERVE PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Please read these instructions fully to gain a thorough understanding of the Quasar and its components before starting to pack. If the rig is to be fitted with an AAD, refer to page 11 of this manual for detailed installation instructions before continuing. -
Page 14: Folding The Canopy
Strong Enterprises FOLDING THE CANOPY 3. Lines should be stowed to within 12-18" of the links. Spread the connector links and reserve risers evenly across the bottom of the container so as not to create a lump in the wearer's back. -
Page 15: Ram Air Reserve
SEE PAGE 22 FOR “CLOSING THE CONTAINER” RAM AIR RESERVE NOTE: The following canopy packing instructions are only for use with Strong Enterprises Stellar series reserve canopies. If you are installing another manufacturer’s ram air reserve into the Quasar you should refer to that manufacturer’s instructions for canopy packing and go directly to the section entitled Folding the Canopy into the Free Bag for further instructions. -
Page 16: Packing
Strong Enterprises PACKING 7. Layout the harness/container assembly as though the wearer were lying face down, head towards canopy. Anchor the rig so that it cannot slide forward by weighing its pack tray or by hooking the leg straps to a secure fixture. - Page 17 Strong Enterprises 11. Flake out all seven cells of the nose and place them between your knees. 12. Reach down into the center of the canopy and pleat all excess material outward from between each set of line attachment points. Clear out the stabilizers as well.
- Page 18 Strong Enterprises 14. Ensure that the slider is still seated completely against its stops and push it down into the canopy between the right and left line groups. It should be folded in such a way so as to instantly catch air the moment its four corners are spread.
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Page 19: Folding The Canopy Into The Freebag
Strong Enterprises 18. Grasp the tail seams and the entire nose with your free hand and very gently, with one smooth motion, swing the canopy out and lay it down flat. FOLDING THE CANOPY INTO THE FREEBAG 19. Place your knees on the base of the canopy to maintain control and keep the lines taut. - Page 20 Strong Enterprises 21. Find the three nose openings on the inside edge of each ear and pleat them out neatly on top of each other. Now dress the ears to approximately the same width as the ear pockets in the top of the molar bag.
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Page 21: Line Stows
Strong Enterprises 24. Now pull the bag towards you while folding it under the canopy to create an S-fold deep enough to fill the bottom of the bag below the ears. 25. The remainder of the canopy should be S-folded between the previous fold and the bag mouth. -
Page 22: Bag Placement
Strong Enterprises 27. Rotate the bag onto its ears so that it is upside down and open the pouch on the bottom of the bag. Use the 1.5 X 6 inch pile velcro, mentioned in the Required Tools section, to cover the hook velcro on the bag side of the pouch so it will not snag the lines. -
Page 23: Closing The Container
Strong Enterprises CLOSING THE CONTAINER 32. Close the top sub-flap and lock it with a temporary pin. 33. Close the bottom sub-flap and lock it with a temporary pin. NOTE: If a CYPRES AAD is being installed, the closing loop must be routed through the hole in the release unit below this flap or the ADD will not function. -
Page 24: Main Packing Instructions
Strong Enterprises 44. Insert the ripcord handle into its pocket and mate the velcro. 45. Seal the ripcord pin and record your work on the packing data card. 46. COUNT YOUR TOOLS! MAIN PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Due to the wide variety of canopies currently available on the sport market we have elected not to cover main canopy packing. -
Page 25: Attaching The Pilot Chute And Deployment Bag
Strong Enterprises ATTACHING THE PILOT CHUTE AND DEPLOYMENT BAG 1. To attach, pass the loop at the end of the pilot chute bridle through the bag’s grommet. The loop should extend out of the grommet on the inside of the bag. -
Page 26: The Deployment Bag
2. Lock the bag closed with two bights of suspension line, then stow the remainder of the lines across the bottom of the bag. NOTE: If you have installed a Strong Enterprises collapsible pilot chute, it must now be “Inflated”. First ensure that the canopy’s bridle attachment ring (or Link) is seated firmly against the bag’s grommet without capturing any canopy fabric. - Page 27 Strong Enterprises 5. Stand the rig up vertically and close the riser covers by folding their plastic tongues into the riser cover pockets located on the inside of the yoke. 6. Lie the rig flat once again and close the left side flap next, followed by the right side flap and secure them with the bridle’s curved ripcord pin.
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Page 28: Folding The Pilot Chute
Strong Enterprises FOLDING THE PILOT CHUTE 8. Spread the pilot chute out adjacent to the main container with the mesh side facing up and fold it in half. 9. Now fold its curved side and the bridle back to the handle. -
Page 29: Collapsible Pilot Chute Assembly Drawing
Strong Enterprises Operation/Assembly Instructions for the Collapsible Pilot Chute BRIDLE D-RING GROMMET 2” 1 1/8” 1/8” BOX-X REINFORCEMENT #4 SS RAPIDE LINK Y-LINE KILL-LINE TO BAG TO CANOPY NOTE: CONTINUOUS LINE GOES UNDER D-RING Quasar Owner's Manual... -
Page 30: Maintenance And Care
Strong Enterprises MAINTENANCE AND CARE The Quasar is manufactured under strict quality control standards from the finest materials available, however your care will determine the useful service life of the system. Always use a drag mat under the container when packing to avoid damage. Keep the rig out of direct sunlight as much as possible to prevent the colors from fading. - Page 31 Strong Enterprises Quasar Owner's Manual...
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