OWNER`S MANUAL AND PACKING
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1. 1 Disclaimer No Warranty Warning 2 Waiver 2 nnn nnn 2 Owner s Record 3 Table of Contents 4 Customer Service Policy and Limits 5 1 0 General Information 6 1 1 Ally in the Sky 7 1 2 SOFTIE letter of TSO authorization 9 1 3 SOFTIE TSO authorization 10 1 4 Service Life 10 1 5 Rigger qualifications 10 1 6 SOFTIE parts list 11 2 0 User Information 12 2 1 Pre flight procedures 13 2 1 3 180 day maintenance 13 2 2 Wearing the SOFTIE 14 2 3 Rig cleaning2. 16 3 0 Compatibility of Components 18 3 1 Canopy compatibility 19 3 2 VOlUMO 19 3 3 SOFTIE volume chart 19 3 4 Optimum canopy selection 19 3 5 Canopy volume chart 20 3 6 Deployment type 21 3 Deployment bag and bridle 21 3 8 Industry weight deployment speed limitations 22 4 0 Rigger Information 24 4 1 Parachute assembly inspection forms 29 27 4 2 Round canopy packing instructions 28 4 3 Assembly 29 4 4 SOFTIE closing loop lengths 30 4 5 Flaking and folding the canopy 30 33 4 6 Placing parachute in container 33 4 7 SOFTIE Back 33 4 8 SOFTIE Wedge 33 45 4 9 SOFTIE
3. Putting on the A Harness cont 2 3 Rig Cleaning CORDURA 7 Stand erect and tighten the harness by pull ing on the ends of the harness webbing Stow NOTE any excess webbing in the elastic keepers These cleaning tips are for container only and are to be used for spot cleaning only Para Phernalia Inc does not recommend attempting to clean major stains without the 8 When you sit down the harness will feel much looser due to the geometry of the A harness When seated in the aircraft snug up the harness and restow the excess webbing assistance of a qualified rigger Furthermore Para Phernalia Inc does not in any way recommend the end user attempt to clean the If you have any questions regarding proper fit z NO ET harness or the parachute components of the consult a qualified rigger or parachute dealer or i call Para Phernalia Inc at 360 435 7220 Or Softie system FAX at 360 435 7272 Table IV CORDURA Recommended Stain Removal Methods STAIN REMOVAL METHOD Coffee Fruit Juice Milk Soft Drinks Tea Tabasco Sauce Wine Urine Detergent blot water blot Ketchup Chocolate Blood Detergent blot ammonia blot water blot Mustard Detergent blot vinegar blot water blot Spicy mustard turmeric Kool Aid Solvent blot detergent blot vinegar blot water blot Cooking oil Crayon Lipstick a a Gla Mayonnaise Motor oil Shoe polish Chewing gum Freeze with ice cube scrape solvent bl
4. 4 11 4 Fold back area under the contain er optional See photo 4 11 4 4 11 5 Turn container 90 degrees 4 11 6 Place diaper across bottom front of container on its side lines in and approxi mately 1 beyond the left side of container See photo 4 11 6 4 11 7 The first fold should lay approximately 4 beyond the right side of the container and on top of and between the diaper and the first grommet extending 4 beyond the left side of the container See photo 4 11 7 4 11 6 4 11 7 4 11 8 The next two folds should be between the grommets of the pack tray stiffener extending approximately 4 beyond the sides of the container See photo 4 11 8 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 ae Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 11 9 S fold the remainder of the canopy flat along the back wall See photo 4 11 9 4 11 10 Pull out canopy protector flaps Type 12 See photo 4 11 9 NOTE A The excess canopy material outside the container perimeter will be used as bulk to fill the corners and allow the pilot chute to nest flat B The circumferential bands do not lie in the center 4 11 11 Route and temp pin the pull up cords through the top amp bottom closing flaps top flap must lay under the bottom pilot chute kicker flap See photo 4 11 11 4 11 12 Prior to setting the pilot chute in place shift the canopy fabric running between the pack tray grommets toward the diaper creating a smooth wedg
5. YSOFTIE EMERGENCY PARACHUTES SYSTEMS OWNER S MANUAL AND PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Para Phernalia Inc 19018 59th Drive N E Arlington WA 98223 Voice 360 435 7220 Fax 360 435 7272 www softieparachutes com THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK WARNING 1 Training and or experience are required to lower the risk of serious bodily injury or death NEVER use this equipment unless you have A Read the warning label and completed a controlled program of instruction in the use of this parachute assembly OR B Read the warning label and all appropriate owners flight manuals packing instructions Lower the risk of death serious injury canopy damage and hard openings by never exceeding the limits shown on the TSO label Warning labels serial numbers and placard information may be found in the following locations Ram air parachute center cell top skin at trailing edge Circular reserve canopies rear panel Harness container system TSO label DISCLAIMER NO WARRANTY Because of the unavoidable danger associated with the use of the parachute system the manufacturer makes NO WARRANTY either expressed or implied The system is sold with all faults and without any warranty of fitness for any purpose Manufacturer also disclaims any liability in tort of damages direct or consequential including per sonal injuries resulting from a defect in design material workmanship or manufacturing whethe
6. ae Rev 2 0 8 09 ST Owner Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 11 23 Install the in line rip cord pin in the first back clos ing loop See photo 4 11 23 4 11 24 Install end ripcord pin into second front closing loop See photo 4 11 24 4 11 25 Dress and snap the four corners of the container See photo 4 11 25 4 11 26 Carefully remove pull up cords and seal the top pin with red seal thread amp riggers seal See photo 4 11 26 4 11 26 4 11 27 Make appropriate entries into packing data card and rigger log book 4 11 28 When complete the S 1 Seat Wedge should have a radical wedge shape See photo 4 11 28 4 11 29 COUNT YOUR TOOLS 4 10 28 60 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 rikke Owner Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information End of Manual 61 Ap SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual
7. A Check for any damage to canopy material or suspension lines Check for any stains or possible soiling by chemicals Check to make sure there are no foreign objects inside the canopy or en tangled with the suspension lines Assure that the canopy is assembled properly in accordance with Section 4 1 3 Check the connector links for proper tightness Make sure that the steering toggles are installed B Itis mandatory that the pilot chute bridle be installed through both of the positioning loops on two vent lines and around all of the other vent lines It must be secured with either a bowline knot or stitching at least equal to the strength of the bridle material The loop must be adequate too prevent the bridle from tightening on the vent lines 2 Repairs A No major repairs or alterations are authorized Any repairs accomplished in the field must be of a nature that no dis assembly of any portion of the canopy is required ANY SUCH MAINTENANCE MUST BE RETURNED TO THE FACTORY B Repairs such as a small patch less than 9 dimension of the largest damaged area may be ac complished by an appropriately certified senior or master parachute rigger with the facilities to do so The repairs must be accomplished in accordance with the procedures in the Poynter s Parachute Manual Any damage with a maximum dimension of 12 or less may be repaired using a single inside patch with MIL C 44378 or equivalent The patch to be a minimum of 2
8. negligence on the part of the user Product Limitations PPI reserves the right to refuse to service equipment for which material and or manufacturing patterns and specifications no longer exist Shipping of Returns for Repairs Articles sent in for repair should be sent in with all original components as purchased from PPI PPI may request and require additional information pertaining to the components sent PPI will not be responsible for compatibility of components not sent with system for repair and or evalua tion Replacement Parts Recommendations PPI will recommend replacement of harness and container component parts based on inspection when safety is a factor due to normal wear and tear or maintenance of the product Product Improvement Product improvements are available as a cost option to customers SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 tah me ganer Parapet estes Owner Manual 1 0 General Information formation Rev 2 0 8 09 1 1 Ally in the Sky Your Pilot Emergency Parachute by Dan Tarasievich President Para Phernalia Inc There is no question that a parachute can save your life during an emergency bailout situation But before you strap on that life saving device you need to familiarize yourself with your sys tem It is important to insure the proper fit of a system know how to store the system familiar ize yourself with riggers who will maintain your system on the ground and understand how to use th
9. 0 8 09 Ownere Manda 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 1 Lay the risers in and along the side of the container See photo 4 7 1 4 7 1 4 7 2 Insert pull up cords into each end of the closing loop two required Turn the diaper end of the canopy 90 degrees and lay the edge of the diaper even with the top edge of the container inside the pack tray See photo 4 7 2 4 7 2 4 7 3 Holding the canopy fabric at the top right corner fold the canopy down the right side of the container to the bottom edge See photo 4 7 3 4 7 4 Make a short fold W up to the bot tom grommet and back down to the lower left corner NOTE The circumferential seam will lay into the lower left corner of the pack tray See photo 4 7 4 4 7 4 34 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 SF dares Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 5 Take the canopy up to the lower edge of the diaper The next radial seam will lay even with the W fold and lower grommet See photo 4 7 5 A amp 4 7 5 B 4 7 5 B 4 7 6 Make a short S fold back down even with the lower grommet and back up to the diaper The next radial seam will nest just below the diaper See photo 4 7 6 4 7 6 4 7 7 The final folds go to the bottom left of the container across to the bottom right fin ishing just under the diaper on the right side This will even the pack thickness on both sides of the container and create a pocket for the pilot chute to nestle There should be
10. 15 4 7 16 Center the pilot chute between the grommets amp side bumpers Compress the pilot chute taking care to keep the pilot chute canopy fabric from being pinched between spring coils Wrap pilot chute canopy fabric protectors Type 12 around the pilot chute canopy fabric and between the spring coil See photo 4 7 16 4 7 17 Continue compressing the pilot chute See photo 4 7 17 4 7 18 Temp pin the pilot chute See photo 4 7 18 Rev 2 0 8 09 ds SOF TLE er Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 19 Stow the remainder of pilot chute canopy fabric between the spring coils See photo 4 7 19 4 7 20 This is a good time to turn the container over and check for pilot comfort dead ant test 4 7 21 Close the right side flap and temp pin See photos 4 7 21 A amp 4 7 21B 4 7 21B 4 7 22 Close the left side flap insert bottom ripcord pin first See photo 4 7 22 deb SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 k Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 23 Set the top ripcord pin See photo 4 7 23 4 7 24 Carefully remove pull up cords and seal the top pin with red seal thread amp rig gers seal See photo 4 7 24 4 7 25 Make appropriate entries into pack ing data card and rigger log book 4 7 24 4 7 26 COUNT YOUR TOOLS 4 8 SOFTIE Wedge NOTE For pilot comfort pay attention to place the radial seams near the sides of the container where practical 4 8 1 Lay the risers in and al
11. 25 Do not tie a knot to shorten the closing loop 4 5 Flaking the Canopy amp Stowing Lines 4 5 1 Place the canopy on the packing table and connect tension devices at both container and apex Inspect the canopy in accordance with procedures from the Poynter s Parachute Manual Check the skirt band and the apex band to assure that they are straight Check each gore to assure that they are properly flaked and not tucked into themselves or another gore See Photo 4 5 1 4 5 2 Align the tapes at the skirt and fold 45 degrees parallel with the main seams See Photo 4 5 2 4 5 1 4 5 2 30 Rev 2 0 8 09 SOFTIE Denera Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 5 3 Fold the canopy lengthwise in thirds See Photo 4 5 3 Fold the canopy once more to the center into fifths See photos 4 5 3 A 8 4 5 3 B Separate the canopy folds at the first radial seam to thirds See photo 4 5 3 C Place shot bags or packing weights on the canopy to hold in place 4 5 4 Offset the diaper so the rubber bands match up with the grommets on the opposite side of the canopy See photo 4 5 4 4 5 5 Pulling the container to wards the canopy form a loop of suspension lines above the top of the diaper Leave enough room to close the diaper See photo 4 5 5 4 5 5 SOFTIE m ski rei Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 5 6 Form a loop of suspension lines no more than I long Close the dia
12. Seat Standard Flat 45 50 4 10 SOFTIE Seat Pack Wedge 91 55 4 11 SOFTIE Seat Pack S 1 Wedge 56 60 Rev 2 0 8 09 O 2009 Para Phernalia Inc m SOFTIE 11 r gan nj Farapvaran 8 dened Manual Para Phernalia Inc Customer Service Policy and Limits Harness and Containers Para Phernalia Inc PPI will provide at no charge repair service for repairs determined to be the resultant from defects in material or workmanship for a period of SIX MONTHS from the DATE OF RECEIPT OF PRODUCT Date of receipt and proof of purchase must be supplied to PPI by the customer with the item in order to be repaired free of charge service Bulletins PPI will perform all MANDATED Service Bulletins repairs or modifications due to SAFETY concerns free of charge A fair market charge will be made for recommended Service Bulletin repairs or modifications Unauthorized Modifications Alterations PPI will charge for repair service when the damage is determined to be caused by unauthorized assembly packing modification alteration or shipping of PPI products PPI also reserves the right to refuse to repair any product so handled Improper Use or Abuse PPI will charge for repairs that result from improper use or from abuse such as exposure to chemicals saltwater improper washing improper packing excessive exposure to sunlight or
13. Swift Plus 145 Main Swift Plus 175 Reserve 410 Swift Plus 225 Reserve 524 Performance Designs PD 126R Reserve PD 143R Reserve 363 PD 160R Reserve 388 PD 176R Reserve PD 193R Reserve 470 PD 218R Reserve 496 PD 235R Reserve 521 551 Precision Aerodynamics Microraven 120 268 Microraven 135 308 Microraven 150 375 Super Raven 1 401 Super Raven 2 429 Super Raven 3 515 Super Raven 4 570 Strong Enterprises Lopo Lite Lopo Mid lite Lopo Militar 487 380 408 440 gt 384 426 538 v 386 _ 435 Paan Mo 524 363 388 _ 470 aig gt 551 gt 268 __ 308 v 375 401 gt 429 515 _ __ 570 gt SOFTI il Tr up game Pare gjen SE Owner Manual 3 6 Deployment Type There are currently 5 different canopy de ployment methods in common use The fol lowing 1s a list of these types with a descrip tion and examples See Note Type 1 Canopy first deployment Lines are stowed vertically horizontally in the con tainer Example T 7A chest pack Type 2 2 bite diaper Strong diaper half diaper Split line group one or two stows lock diaper compensated by off setting stows of other line group in ontainer with remainder of lines stowed in the container Example Early Strong Lopo Diaper Pioneer K series reserves Type 3 Ascuitto diaper Piglet diaper Full diaper with line stows horizontally across diaper left to right perpendicular to radial seams Example Piglet Featherlite Phan t
14. an update to this list 3 8 Parachute Industry Weight Deployment Speed Limitations Max Deployment Max Gross Manufacturer Model Speediknotsy weight be Free Flight Enterprise Flight Concepts International Glide Path International National Parachute Industries North American Aerodynamics Performance Designs Precision Aerodynamics Strong Enterprises Rev 2 0 8 09 fh SOF TIE SE Owner Manual 3 0 Compatibility of Components THIS PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY 23 chats ET ME Rev 2 0 8 09 er Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 0 Rigger Information Rev 2 0 8 09 deb SOF TIE Er Owner Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 1 Parachute Assembly Inspection Forms Dare maniaoe heckist Serial No Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials 7 vemor 77 chest diagonal andiegavaps w S 3 Hamess hardware and comes SSCS 4 Ricora handle pocket sabie rousing ara eeka 5 Container aps and gommets 6 cosmo OOOO S e 7 d 4 1 Parachute EN O Inspection Form 4 1 2 Round Canopy and Pilot chute Inspection Checklist Serial No Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials 7 emeen T 2 swsensonmes 77 1 3 Steering nes and Togges 701 4 cm 14 5 Diaper andibberbands 7 1 S em 7 1 7 Brie andtacking 7 1 8 Plot chute and gronmetstaptackng o Pa
15. e U S Deparment Transport Airplane Directorate of Transportation Aircraft Certification Service Ari ENCE IGUI Lind Arons S W F ne Washoan Dil S e JAH 10 AM in Reply Refer to 1305 02 13 Mr Daniel K Tarasievich Presiden Para Phernalia ioe 19124 59 Drive NE Arlington Airpori Building 4 Arlington WA 8223 Dear Mr Tarasievich Minor Changes to SOFTIE Line of Parachute Hamess amp Container The Federal Aviation Administration PAA has reecived your letter dated October 25 2001 which forwarded drawings desenbing minor changes to the SOFTIE parachute Hamess K Container The drawings involved are Revision 1 of the following Para Phemalia Inc drawing numbers KV 20022 20035 20040 20034 20050 20100 20121 20130 20131 20200 20330 20700 20701 20710 20750 20760 20770 and 20774 We concur hat these changes constule minor changes under Federal Aviation Regulation Part 21 611 a and are in compliance with T 040C23b If vou have any questions please contact Mr Don Eiford al 425 227 2788 Sincerely Le Angelos G Xi Manager Systems and Equipment Branch ANM 1308 Seattle Aircraft Certification OMice SOFTIE ree Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 1 0 General Information 1 3 SOFTIE TSO Certification The SOFTIE harness and container systems are approved under FAA TSO C23b Standard Cat egory and certified for use in a variety of weight and speed combinations Use limitations will depe
16. parachutes which may be assembled with and which will fit in each of the many styles and sizes of Softie containers offered by Para Phernalia Inc The name of each Softie container is based on the maximum allowable suspended weight of the canopy which best fits in that style and size Example Back 240 as sembled and packed with a Free Flight Enterpris es Preserve 1A provides optimum pack density and has a maximum suspended weight of 240 Ibs with a maximum deployment speed of 150 knots IE m Gan te E Rev 2 0 8 09 Y Owners Manual 19 20 3 0 Compatibility of Components 3 5 Canopy Volume Chart Rev 2 0 8 09 National Parachute Phantom Aerostar 24 386 Industries Phantom Aerostar 26 435 NOTE The volume references in this table are furnished by voluntary testing on the part of members of the Parachute Industry Association in accordance with PIA Technical Standard 104 Due to variations in materials and design these volumes are subject to change without notice and can in no way guarantee any accuracy in regards to your specific canopy Generally speaking these volumes will be accurate only to within about 20 Free Flight Enterprise Amigo 134 Amigo 152 380 Amigo 172 408 Amigo 206 Preserve 1A 440 Preserve Ill 384 Preserve V Flight Concepts Firelite Reserve 426 International Glide Path Fury Reserve 538 International Maverick Reserve Sharpchuter Reserve Phantom Aerostar 28 472 Para Flite Swift Reserve
17. sewn with a single needle sewing machine a single row of 301 stitch 7 11 S P I with VT 295 T 2 C A Size E C Both repairs identified in section 2B limited to 1 per gore 3 per canopy 4 2 2 Softie and Components Inspect according to checklist section 4 1 1 4 2 3 Parachute Inspect according to checklist section 4 1 2 Round 4 1 4 Square Rev 2 0 8 09 ofa SOF rie Er Owner Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 3 Assembly Assemble an approved type and size parachute to the Softie harness and container system ensuring the following 4 3 1 Canopy and container are face down on an appropriately sized and surfaced packing table 4 3 2 Line continuity is correct 4 3 3 Connector links assembled and tightened according to manufacturer s instructions If Maillon links are used tight is usually considered to be finger tight plus one quarter turn of the barrel WARNING If Maillon Rapide links are too tight barrels will crack 4 3 4 You may mark connector links with a tell tale dot of nail polish or equivalent 4 3 5 Steering lines are routed correctly 4 3 6 Insert steering lines through guide rings on backside of rear risers 4 3 7 Attach steering toggles to end of steering line 4 3 8 Tack steering toggles to rear risers with double strand of seal thread and tie with surgeons knot 4 3 9 Check closing loop length See section 4 4 4 3 10 Insert closing loop through grommets in pack tray stiffener plat
18. the force it requires A 22 pound pull is all that the TSO allows Establish a preflight routine of inspecting your parachute The condition of the para chute can be directly related to your safety A small oversight could create a safety hazard Check the fabric for stains or wear and mildew Inspect the hardware to be sure snaps function properly and check for corrosion Look for fraying or knicks in the webbing and inspect for broken or missing stitches Do a pin check on the ripcord by lifting the pin protector flap and making sure the pins are straight and extend through the closing loop at least 1 2 inch Make sure that the handle extracts from the pocket easily There should be no kinks or dents in the housing Finally inspect the packing data card Check the last date of the inspec tion and repack FAA regulations require a parachute in use to have been packed within the last 180 days This preflight routine is mandatory to maintain the safety of your parachute During an emergency is not a good time to start thinking about emergency procedures Plan in advance and know the three most important variables in the decision to leave your aircraft attitude altitude and airspeed Attitude is not only the attitude of your aircraft but also your personal attitude can effect your egress A tumbling aircraft can be difficult to exit Altitude is important because a higher altitude means a better chance of having a fully deplo
19. SYSTEM a jele le FN FN Fa Fa Fa Fa NO SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENT PARTS IS AUTHORIZED 11 i SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 12 2 0 General Information 2 0 User Information ip SOFTIE SE Gwnes Manual Rev 2 0 8 09 2 0 General Information 2 1 Pre flight Procedures The Softie harness and container system is designed tested manufactured and delivered ac cording to the highest possible industry standards It is up to the owner to maintain it in top condition Below are certain areas that you and or your rigger should check on a regular basis to ensure proper operation and long life of your equipment 2 1 1 Before Each Flight You Should Check l Ripcord and housing for tackings damage proper seating and or obstructions 2 Ripcord pins cable handle and pocket for proper seating wear and or damage 3 All harness webbing and hardware for wear or damage NOTE If any wear or unusual condition is found consult Para Phernalia Inc or a qualified parachute rigger immediately 2 1 2 After Putting Your Rig On Check L Ripcord handle secure in its pocket A Chest strap is properly threaded and running end secured 3 Leg straps are properly threaded and running ends are stowed 2 1 3 180 Day Maintenance FAA Regulations require that If you wear a parachute while operating an aircraft in US airspace or allow a passenger to wear a parachute while you are operating an aircraft in US
20. airspace which has not been certified as airworthy by an appropriately certificated FAA Senior or Master Rigger you are in violation of the pertinent FAA Regulations NOTE In countries other than the United States the routine maintenance and repack interval shall be in accordance with the pertinent regulations or 1 year whichever is shortest During original assembly and packing and or recertification your rigger should thoroughly inspect your Softie to ensure that all components are in airworthy condition This inspection should include but is not limited to k Pilot chute grommet strap bridle and tackings deployment bag and safety stow 1f square canopy is employed Canopy fabric and lines including orientation and continuity check Connector links tight Ripcord pocket secure Harness and container including ripcord housing and tackings and ripcord assembly in good airworthy condition AR 13 op SOF TIE Rev 2 0 8 09 One Manual 2 0 General Information 2 1 4 Major Alterations Repair Para Phernalia Inc does NOT authorize major alterations or repairs to the Softie harness and container system Any major alterations or repairs must be made by the manufacturer or a des ignated representative Contact Para Phernalia Inc at 360 435 7220 for the name of a properly certificated FAA Master Rigger in your area 2 2 Wearing the SOFTIE There are five points of adjustment on the SOFTIE harness l Shoul
21. and limitations Do Not Purchase or use any parachute equipment designed manufactured or sold by Para Phernalia Inc unless you have fully read understand and accept this Disclaimer No Warranty Waiver KK k k k k k k k Owner s Record Name Street City State Zip Country Softie Model Serial Number Date of Manufacture Date of Purchase Canopy Mfg Model and Serial Number Date of Manufacture Date of Purchase NOTE 1 Serial numbers for both Softie and Canopy can be found as described in the Warning Placard found on page 1 of this manual 2 If you receive your Softie assembled and packed by either the manufacturer or a properly licensed Parachute Rigger you will find the appropriate information listed on the Packing Data Card located in the pocket on the TSO label in the open area between the backpad and the top of the Softie container just behind the wearers neck 3 The Packing Data card is your key to properly planning your repack schedule and require ments Refer to Section 2 1 3 of this manual for further information regarding these require ments 4 Aseparate copy of this page should be kept on file by the owner Do not complete the form above until you have fully read and understand the instructions policies and limitations con tained in this manual so SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 be Owners Manual Table of Contents Warning Placard
22. c 77771 i Rapide ink bare ightened propery p 5 Steering nes tied to toggles onmark SSCS ra Steering ine length equaltoeachother SSCS 7 Safety stow on deployment baginstaled SSCS ra Pilot chute and grommet sirap atached anderea SSCS o romo OOOO P Tio Packed according manufacturers nara 1 ra Ripcordpinsealed 1 i IM Note Qty Recount all tools used after assembly and packing is completed to ensure that none were left in the canopy or container Seal Symbol General Comments a Ss OF H ei psp raam Rev 2 0 8 09 ST Owner Manual TIE 27 28 4 0 Rigger Information 4 2 Round Canopy Packing Instructions Prior to installing and packing any canopy into the Softie the rigger must thoroughly read and understand these instructions The Rigger must also make the determination of proper compatibil ity regarding volume deployment type and placard information Only those canopies that have been assigned a weight and speed limitation by the manufacturer are approved for use in the Softie Refer to Section 3 3 Softie Volume Chart and Section 3 8 Parachute Industry Weight Deployment Speed Limitations for installation of proper canopy for customer needs If you should have any questions as to compatibility or weight and speed limitations call Para Pher nalia Inc at 360 435 7220 or FAX 360 435 7272 4 2 1 Inspect the Canopy Preserve I or Preserve Ill
23. cking card andinfommaton 1 l 7 gt gt so dl usi FI JE s Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Mandal 26 4 0 Rigger Information 4 1 3 Assembly of Round Canopy inital After Each Item If No discrepancies Are Found imitas 1 inspection of canopy and Container completed sections 41118412 2 Contnuiyoratines SSCS 3 Connector inks tightened propery S 4 Steering ines ied totoggies on mark 5 Steering ine length equalto eachother SSCS e Foon OOOO 7 7 Pit Chute and grommetsvap P 0 8 Paced ccor imgiomanufaenrersinsvuions e Rems 1 in IH Canopy Bag and Pilot Chute Inspection Check ist Initial After Each Item If No Discrepancies Are Found Initials mn res CSdSOSC CNCS 2 comedorims 970 3 siesacomes 0 a ainesandatachmentpoms OCS 5 inesandattscnmentpoms JJ e cimesandettatmentoms OSC 7 Dimesandatschmentpons TT e semmano T OO o camna OOS 10 Siderstops oncanopy OOOO SSS m peploymeni bag and safeystew 7 p 12 swem OOOO O O T m Pioehueandgrommetstp OO O O ooo o 14 Packing card and information PE SOFTIE Rev 20 8 09 Ami a Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 1 5 Assembly of Square Reserve Canopy Inital After Each Item If No discrepancies Are Found Initals Ti O inspecion of canopy and Container completed Sectors 4118412 O 2 comnuyoralmes SSCS 7 sm
24. d and rigger log book 4 9 26 Rev 2 0 8 09 4 9 21 Install the in line ripcord pin in the first back closing loop See photo 4 9 21 4 9 22 Install end ripcord pin into second front closing loop See photo 4 9 22 4 9 23 Dress and snap the four corners of the container See photo 4 9 23 4 9 24 xxx COUNT YOUR TOOLS dr SOFTIE Denera Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 10 SOFTIE SEAT PACK WEDGE 4 10 1 Lay risers in channels along backpad amp into the container Close riser covers on the yoke amp shoulder pads 4 10 2 Close riser channels along backpad 4 10 3 Insert proper size closing loop See Section 4 4 Insert pull up cords into both 7 ends of the closing loop 4 10 4 4 10 4 Fold back area under the container optional See photo 4 10 4 4 10 5 Turn container 90 degrees 4 10 6 Place diaper across bottom front of container on its side lines in and approximately 17 beyond the left side of contain er See photo 4 10 6 4 10 6 4 10 7 The first fold should lay approxi mately 4 beyond the right side of the container and between the grommets of the pack tray stiffener extending 4 beyond the left side of the container there should be two passes between the gromets See photo 4 10 7 4 10 8 S fold the remainder of the canopy along the back wall See photo 4 10 8 NOTE The excess canopy material outside the container perimeter will be used as bulk t
25. der adapters two Factory preset at medium adjustment should be adjusted prior to donning the harness 2 Chest strap one With either adjustable v ring and snap hardware or thread through adapters gt Leg straps 2 With either v ring and snap hardware or thread through adapters NOTE Conventional Harness The pad on the left side of the conventional harness is designed to pre vent the chest strap from being threaded through the ripcord handle When threading the chest strap with the buckle on the right side of the harness be aware that improper threading could result in it being impossible to pull the ripcord See photo 2 1 Aerobatic Harness The SOFTIE is also available with an Aerobatic harness option In this configuration no chest strap is present but the same cautions regarding ripcord handle involve ment when making harness connections apply See photo 2 2 han der 2 1 Conventional Harness 2 2 Aerobatic Harness do SOFTIE ee ae SF ienee Manual 2 2 1 Fit Your SOFTIE should be above all else com fortable But the real reason any pilot or pas senger in an aircraft is wearing a parachute 1s in case an emergency bailout becomes neces sary If that should happen the person using the parachute will reduce the risk of problems during egress and opening if the harness is worn snugly around the body Take the time to properly adjust the fit of your Softie wheth er for yourself or for a less experienced pas senge
26. e 4 3 11 Install ripcord Insert ripcord into ripcord housing at left main lift web Secure ripcord handle in ripcord pocket located on the left main lift web above the rip cord housing 4 3 12 Install rubber bands on canopy diaper 4 3 13 Straighten apex of canopy 4 3 14 Attach upper end of bridle small loop to loop at base of pilot chute with larks head knot No tacking 1s required at upper end of bridle 4 3 15 Attach long loop end of bridle to apex of canopy with larks head knot and tack with five 5 wraps single strand of heavy duty tacking thread Tack at center of large loop with single 1 wrap double strand of tacking thread 4 3 16 If square parachute is being assembled attach Pilot chute to large loop at top of bridle opposite deployment bag Tack at center of large loop with single 1 wrap double strand of tacking thread 4 3 17 Install grommet strap provided on pilot chute cap Be sure the grommet strap 1s centered and one end is on Pilot chute canopy reinforcement tape nearest the spring swage located on the top coil of the spring Use double wrap double strand of heavy duty tacking thread four 4 places NOTE Tacking thread may be nylon 5 cord coated with beeswax or resin coated braided tacking thread or equivalent 29 ie SOF TIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 4 SOFTIE Closing Loop Length Chart NOTE All length references are in inches Tolerance is 0
27. e shape See photo 4 11 12 4 11 13 Fold roll canopy fabric up and in filling line stow gap in the front right corner See photo 4 11 13 4 11 13 SOFTIE of ae Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 58 4 0 Rigger Information 4 11 14 Fold the remaining fabric on the right side to nestle the pilot chute amp fill the rear right corner See photo 4 11 14 4 11 15 Repeat for the left side of container See photo 4 11 15 4 11 16 The container is now ready to compress the pilot chute See photo 4 11 16 4 11 16 4 11 17 Center the pilot chute between the grommets amp side bumpers Compress the pilot chute taking care to keep the pilot chute canopy fabric from being pinched between spring coils Wrap pilot chute canopy fabric protectors Type 12 around the pilot chute canopy fabric and between the spring coil See photo 4 11 17 chute See photo 4 11 18 4 11 18 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 kun ae Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 11 19 Temp pin the pilot chute See photo 4 11 19 4 11 19 4 11 20 Stow the remainder of pilot chute canopy fabric between the spring colls See photo 4 11 20 4 11 20 4 11 21 Contain the canopy fabric route and temp pin the pull up cords through the grommets on the right side flap See photo 4 11 21 4 11 22 Using the same technique close the left side flap temp pinning the second front closing loop first See photo 4 11 22 SOFTIE 99
28. e system in an emergency situation The size of a parachute 1s very important Your parachute system should be a size that can han dle your weight and not specifically the stated size of the parachute canopy Some of today s 24 and 26 canopies will descend at a slower rate than the older and larger military para chutes The correct size is absolutely mandatory when insuring safety Another important factor in familiarizing your self with your system is knowing how to store the parachute The longevity of your parachute is your responsibility and is almost entirely de pendent on the proper maintenance and storage When not in use store the parachute in a bag in a well ventilated area away from direct exposure to sunlight oils and or acids If you find that your parachute has come in contact with any unsafe conditions including wetness have it inspected by a qualified riggerr immediately While on the ground besides good storage habits get to know your parachute rigger If you don t have a local rigger get referrals from a fellow pilot or the manufacturer of your system Make sure that the rigger is familiar with your parachute system and has the proper packing and instructions manual before having it repacked At the time of the repack ask your rigger to go over your parachute with you Put sSOFTIE e ee pear Parni ries 1 0 General Information it on and pull the ripcord This will insure your awareness of
29. er Information 4 10 18 Stow the remainder of pilot chute canopy fabric between the spring coils See photo 4 10 18 4 10 19 Contain the canopy fabric route and temp pin the pull up cords through the grommets on the right side flap See photo 4 10 19 A amp 4 10 19 B 4 10 19 B 4 10 20 Using the same technique close the left side flap temp pinning the second front closing loop first See photo 4 10 20 54 lt a DE Rev 2 0 8 09 dei SOF LJE s Owners Manda 4 0 Rigger Information 4 10 21 Install the in line rip cord pin in the first back clos ing loop See photo 4 10 21 4 10 22 Install end ripcord pin into second front closing loop See photo 4 10 22 4 10 23 Dress and snap the four corners of the container See photo 4 10 23 4 10 24 Carefully remove pull up cords and seal the top pin with red seal thread amp riggers seal See photo 4 10 24 4 10 25 Make appropriate entries into pack ing data card and rigger log book 4 10 24 4 10 26 COUNT YOUR TOOLS SOFTIE 05 tii r gama p Para stas Rev 2 0 8 09 Owners Manual 56 4 0 Rigger Information SOFTIE SEAT PACK S 1 WEDGE 4 11 1 Lay risers in channels along back pad amp into the container Close riser covers on the yoke amp shoulder pads 4 11 2 Close riser channels along backpad 4 11 3 Insert proper size closing loop See Section 4 4 Insert pull up cords into both ends of the closing loop
30. g straps Stow any excess leg strap free end in the elastic keeper Snug while standing erect is sufficient When you sit down in the aircraft the har ness will now feel loose and comfortable Putting on the A Harness 1 Place the harness over your shoulders and hold each of the leg strap loops at each hip If the main lift webbing is adjusted correctly the shoulder adapters will sit in front of your shoulder just under the collarbone 2 If necessary remove the SOFTIE to make any adjustment to the shoulder adapters To make the main lift web longer pull about 1 of the riser webbing out of the riser protector velcro flap and extend it thru the shoulder adapters To make the main lift web shorter run the main lift webbing up thru the shoul der adapters and stow the excess in the riser protector velco flaps 3 With the SOFTIE back on your shoulders bend forward and grasp the bottom of the container raising the container so that it rests high on the back 4 Reach between your legs and take hold of the left leg strap remove any twists 5 Bring the left leg strap between your legs and thread it thru the loop on your left hip inside to out then continue across your chest to the snap on the right side of your chest 6 Repeat steps 4 amp 5 with the right leg strap The harness configuration should look as it does in Photo 2 2 cont hier Owners Manual Rev 2 0 8 09 15 2 0 General Information
31. ht corner See photo 4 9 12 4 9 13 Repeat Instruction 4 9 12 for the left side of container See photo 4 9 13 4 gt SOFTIE Rew 20 909 er Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 9 14 The container is now ready to com press the pilot chute See photo 4 9 14 4 9 14 4 9 15 Center the pilot chute between the grommets amp side bumpers Compress the pilot chute taking care to keep the pilot chute canopy fabric from being pinched between spring colls Wrap pilot chute canopy fabric protectors Type 12 around the pilot chute canopy fabric and between the spring coil See photo 4 9 15 4 9 16 Continue compressing the pilot chute See photo 4 9 16 4 9 17 Temp pin the pilot chute See photo 4 9 17 Rev 2 0 8 09 obr SOF JE Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 9 18 Stow the remainder of pilot chute canopy fabric between the spring coils See photo 4 9 18 4 9 18 4 9 19 Contain the canopy fabric route and temp pin the pull up cords through the grommets on the right side flap See photo 4 9 19 4 9 19 4 9 20 Using the same technique close the left side flap temp pinning the second front closing loop first See photo 4 9 20 49 ee TIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Owner Manual 50 4 0 Rigger Information 4 9 24 Carefully remove pull up cords and seal the top pin with red seal thread amp rig gers seal See photo 4 9 24 4 9 25 Make appropriate entries into pack ing data car
32. n the direction you are moving when you land Try to avoid obstacles if possible If you are going to land in a tree or power lines keep your knees and feet together and present the smallest possible profile to the obstacle Also turn your face to the side In the event of a water landing prepare for a regular landing except land downwind so your para chute will land out in front of you and not on top of you Unfasten the leg and chest straps and swim upwind away from the parachute so as not to get entangled in the lines If you land during high winds after landing roll onto your back and deflate the parachute by pulling in one or two adjacent lines hand over hand to spill the air from and collapse the canopy Also jettison the parachute harness and cover the parachute as to not re inflate it There is a lot to remember in a bailout so it is important that you plan ahead and review your plan of action in case of an emergency Parachute systems may seem like expensive cushions that we carry needlessly on our back or sit on without regard That cushion however is a highly specialized life saving device and is vitally important to your air safety Get to know your parachute system and soon you will realize what an ally that cushion can be and why you should never leave the ground without it xK OK CK OK x Rev 2 0 8 09 of m4 SOF TIE bl r Owners Manual 1 0 General Information 1 2 Softie Letter of TSO Authorization
33. nd on the canopy weight and speed limitations and the TSO category under which canopy certification was achieved See section 3 8 for information concerning limitations of the canopy which has been assembled with the users SOFTIE For questions regarding limitations and cer tifications consult a qualified FAA Rigger or call Para Phernalia Inc at 360 435 7220 or FAX at 360 435 7272 Monday Thursday 07 00 17 00 Pacific Time GMT 8 1 4 SERVICE LIFE Independent testing of aged nylon materials has proven that its strength degrades over time therefore Para Phernalia Inc and Free Flight Enterprises have established a 20 year service life from the date of component manufacture for the Softie Pilot Emergency System and the Preserve line of emergency parachutes 1 5 Rigger Qualifications In order to pack and maintain this parachute system the FAA Senior or Master Rigger or for eign equivalent must possess an appropriate rating endorsement to their certificate All SOFTIE models require a Back rating except the Seat model which requires a Seat rating endorsement Because the Back models are also certified compatible with ramair parachutes when assembled with the Para Phernalia ramair parachute deployment bag the Rigger should be appropriately trained in the assembly and packing of these canopies prior to certifying the Softie for emergency use FAR 65 129 No certificated parachute rigger may e Pack maintain or alter a parachute in a
34. ndations based on fabrics finished with Du Pont Teflon WBC Soil and Stain Repellent for CORDURA The methods were effective on stains that were allowed to sit untreated overnight Removal is usually easier when stains are cleaned 1m mediately er Owners Mangal Rev 2 0 8 09 17 18 3 0 Compatibility of Components 3 0 Compatibility of Rev 2 0 8 09 3 1 Canopy Compatibility In order to determine whether a particular canopy is compatible with a Softie harness container assembly there are several require ments that have to be met They are volume deployment type TSO certification and placard limitations 3 3 Softie Volume Chart 3 0 Compatibility of Components 3 2 Volume The volume of a canopy is determined by us ing the standard Parachute Industry Association PIA volume measurement as determined by PIA technical standard 104 in its most current edition By cross referencing this measurement to Para Phernalia Inc Container Volume chart section 3 5 compatibility may be determined SOFTIE Model Minimum Volume Maximum Volume NOTE Volume references are in cubic inches cubic centimeters cm I cubic inch 16 387 cubic centimeters 3 4 Optimum Canopy Selection A large percentage of Softies are delivered complete packed and ready to use in your aircraft However because an FAA licensed Parachute Rigger is authorized to mix and match approved components there are many different
35. no canopy fabric underneath the pilot chute spring See photo 4 7 7 4 7 7 ergo 35 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Denera Manual 36 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 8 Pull out the canopy protector flaps type 12 to keep the canopy fabric away from the grommets amp closing loop See photo 4 7 8 4 7 9 Thread the pull up cords through the top flap amp bottom flap grommets See photo 4 7 9 4 7 9 4 7 10 Before closing the left top flap assure the diaper amp lines extend about 1 beyond the side of the container Close the Velcro over the diaper amp lines See photo 4 7 10 4 7 11 On the right side at the top of the container roll the canopy fabric of the first fold in toward the lines of the diaper See photo 4 7 11 4 7 11 Rev 2 0 8 09 stri SOFTIE er Owner Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 12 Containing the canopy fabric close the Velcro of the right top flap then velcro close the left bottom flap See photo 4 7 12 A 8 4 7 12 B 4 7 13 Assuring the top radial band is even with the lower left side of the container Velcro close the right bottom flap See photo 4 7 13 4 7 14 Pull out all canopy protector flaps around the closing loops See photo 4 7 14 37 deb SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 k Owners Manual 38 4 0 Rigger Information 4 7 15 Close the pilot chute kicker flap temp pin the lower closing loop and S fold the bridle between grommets See photo 4 7
36. ny manner that deviates from the procedures approved by an FAA administrator OR the manufacturer of the parachute or f Exercise the privileges of his certificate and type rating unless he understands the current manufacturer s instructions for the operation involved NOTE ANYONE who circumvents Para Phernalia Inc assembly and packing instructions or the packing instructions of the manufacturer of any of the component parts assembled with the Softie harness and container system is in violation of FAR Part 65 129 and is therefore performing an illegal procedure Rev 2 0 8 09 r SOF rie Owner Manual 1 0 General Information 1 6 SOFTIE Parts list HARNESS CONTAINERASSEMBLY _ S o 1 SOFTIE RIPCORD BACK OR v zZzoeeoeoeoeoeoeooeooe 1 SOFTIERIPCORD SEAT _ 1 FREEBAG AND BRIDLE SQUARE CANOPY ONLY 1 PILOT CHUTE BRIDLE z o 2 STEERING LOOPS OR o 2 SQUARE CANOPY STEERING LOOPS SQUARE CANOPY ONLY 1 SAFETY STOW LOOP SQUARE CANOPY ONLY _ _ 1 CLOSINGLOOP zoo o o o 1 PILOT CHUTE GROMMET STRAP S o 1 OWNER S MANUAL AND PACKING INSTRUCTIONS gt PILOT CHUTE SUPPLIED ONLY WITH SOFTIE PURCHASED COM PLETE WITH PARACHUTE DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER PARA PHERNA LIA SUPPLIES COMPLETE SOFTIES WITH THE NATIONAL PARACHUTE INDUS TRIES 357 MAGNUM PILOT CHUTE OR EQUIVELENT ONLY PILOTCHUTES WITH SIX 6 INCH DIAMETER BASE AND CAP ARE COMPATIBLE WITH THE SOFTIE
37. o fill the corners and allow the pilot chute to nest into flat 4 10 8 SOFTIE 91 deb laj EI Rev 2 0 8 09 GT Owners Manual 52 4 0 Rigger Information 4 10 9 Pull out canopy protector flaps Type 12 See photo 4 10 9 4 10 10 Route and temp pin the pull up cords through the top amp bottom closing flaps top flap must lay under the bottom pilot chute kicker flap See photo 4 10 10 me 4 10 11 Fold roll canopy fabric up and in filling line stow gap A in the front right corner See photo 4 10 11 4 10 11 4 10 12 Fold the remaining fab ric on the right side to nestle the pilot chute amp fill the rear right corner See photo 4 10 12 4 10 13 Repeat Instruction 4 10 12 for the left side of con tainer See photo 4 10 13 te Owners Manual Rev 2 0 8 09 4 0 Rigger Information 4 10 14 The container is now ready to com press the pilot chute See photo 4 10 14 4 10 14 4 10 15 Center the pilot chute between the grommets amp side bumpers Compress the pilot chute taking care to keep the pilot chute canopy fabric from being pinched between spring colls Wrap pilot chute canopy fabric protectors Type 12 around the pilot chute canopy fabric and between the spring coil See photo 4 10 15 4 10 16 Continue compressing the pilot chute See photo 4 10 16 4 10 17 Temp pin the pilot chute See photo 4 10 17 53 Ti SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 T T ri Owners Manual 4 0 Rigg
38. om Series Reserves Type 4 Handbury Preserve or Strong Full Diaper Wraps around skirt of canopy with two or three locking stows and remainder of line stowed vertically parallel with radial seams Example Preserve I amp 3 Strong Lopo Lite and Hobbit Reserves Type 5 Free Bag Canopy stowed in bag and lines stowed on in bag Example PD reserve Canopies Super Raven M series lempo Preserve V 3 0 Compatibility of Components NOTE Para Phernalia Inc does not support the use of Type 1 or Type 2 deployment devices in the SOFTIE container system Type 4 diapers are recommended and supplied with round parachutes from Para Phernalia Inc These packing instructions assume a Type 4 diapered round canopy to be installed in the SOFTIE 3 Deployment Bag and Bridle Only Para Phernalia Inc or Free Flight Enterpris es deployment bags and bridle assemblies of the correct size and that are properly labeled for vol ume are compatible with the SOFTIE No other deployment bags are approved for use with the SOFTIE system GP SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 Sr Owner Mansa 21 22 3 0 Compatibility of Components NOTE The following data section 3 8 Industry Weight Deployment Speed Limitations covers only current produc tion parachutes and only those manufacturers who placard their products For those canopies not listed it is suggested that you contact the canopy manufacturer directly or Para Phernalia Inc for
39. ong the side of the container close the riser covers on the yoke and shoulder pads See photo 4 8 1 4 8 1 ki SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 ioe me pamep Pose Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 8 2 Insert pull up cords into each end of the closing loop two required Temp pin the upper closing loop at the pack tray stiff ener See photo 4 8 2 4 8 3 Turn the container 90 degrees so the top of the container is toward you and the bottom of the container is away Place the MM diaper so the line stows are face up and at the bottom of the con im tainer See photo 4 8 2 DH aid ul AM 4 8 2 4 8 4 Make two 2 S folds back amp forth across the container below the bottom grommet The first fold should extend 2 beyond the side of the container the second fold should be even with the edge of the container This will provide a dense lumbar support for the pilot s comfort See photo 4 8 4 4 8 5 Pull out the lower canopy protector flap Iypel2 close the bottom flap with the pull up cord and temp pin the closing loop See photo 4 8 5 4 8 6 Fold 3 should extend about 4 be yond the right side flap Note the location of the first radial seam Fold 4 will be between the grommets and extend about 4 beyond the left side flap See photo 4 8 6 4 8 6 gt OFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 ST Owner Mandal 42 4 0 Rigger Information 4 8 7 Continue S folding the remainder of the canopy to fill the up
40. or pilot comfort dead ant test 4 8 18 Close the right side flap and temp pin See photo 4 8 18 A amp 4 8 18B 4 8 18 B SJOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 ni ran de CI mr nare i Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 8 19 Close the left side flap bottom ripcord pin first See photo 4 8 19 4 8 20 Set the top ripcord pin See photo 4 8 20 4 8 20 4 8 21 Carefully remove pull up cords and seal the top pin with red seal thread amp rig gers seal See photo 4 8 21 4 8 22 Make appropriate entries into pack ing data card and rigger log book 4 8 21 4 8 23 COUNT YOUR TOOLS 45 rg SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 SE Denne Manual 46 4 0 Rigger Information SOFTIE SEAT PACKS The Container flaps will be named as determined by position on the pilot wearers body 1 Front Flap 2 Back Flap 3 Left Side Flap ripcord housing side 4 Right Side Flap There are various SOFTIE SEAT PACK configurations that are designed for different pilot air craft seat specifications The wedge shapes must be packed softer and thinner in the back area to help a tall pilot sit lower in the cockpit The soft back flap area should not have any lumps in the tailbone area from the circumferential bands of the canopy 4 9 SOFTIE SEAT PACK Standard Flat 4 9 1 Lay risers in channels along back pad amp into the container Close riser covers on the yoke amp shoulder pads 4 9 2 Close riser channels along backpad 4 9 3 In
41. ot detergent blot water blot Furniture polish Permanent Ink Paint remover blot solvent blot detergent blot ammonia blot vinegar blot water blot Furniture polish Shoe polish Seek the help of a professional upholstery cleaner te SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 ob SOFIIE ST Owner Manual Notes on Cleaning Agents The following procedures should be used with all cleaning agents clean white cloth damp ened with the recommended cleaning agent should be used in an inconspicuous place to test for colorfastness Optimum cleaning will be achieved by not overwetting the cloth and by turning it frequently to keep it clean Rings can be avoided by working from the outer edge of the spot toward the center This process should be repeated until the spot is removed or there is no further transfer to the cloth Detergent One teaspoon neutral powder de tergent e g Tide or All in 1 pint warm water Ammonia A 3 solution Vinegar White vinegar or a 10 acetic acid solution Solvent Dry cleaning fluid preferably 1 1 1 trichlorethane Paint remover Paint remover with no oil in it Pm gamay Farapvarsa 2 0 General Information NOTE Oily and greasy stains In addition to the recommended method some stains e g perspiration body oils respond well to dry cleaners such as HOST Racine Indus tries CAPTURE Milliken and K2R Texize Carefully follow directions on the label Recomme
42. per starting with the top grommet then close the center grommet See photos 4 5 6 A amp 4 5 6 B 4 5 7 Bring the rubber band from the bottom stow through the bottom grommet on the inside flap 4 5 6 B 4 5 8 Close the end flap over both of the side flaps using a stow no more than 1 long See photos 4 5 8 A 8 4 5 8 B 4 5 8 A 4 5 8 B 32 SOFTIE Rev 2 0 8 09 eee Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 5 9 Finish stowing the remainder of the suspension lines Use stows no longer than 1 2 long See photo 4 5 9 4 5 10 When finished stowing the lines the end view should look like photo 4 5 10 to create a flat pack job 4 5 11 Complete the packing procedures using the instructions for the appropriate SOFTIE Container 4 5 10 4 6 Placing Parachute in Container Place parachute in container according to the following steps NOTE 1 Refer to Volume for Container section 3 3 and Canopy section to ensure proper fit 2 Refer to Label on Data card Pocket for Softie model information 4 7 SOFTIE BACK MINI MICRO amp LONG NOTE A The MINI amp MICRO can be packed left to right shown right to left opposite diaper up top of container shown or diaper down bottom of container for customer comfort amp fit NOTE B The canopy should lay outside the sides of the container during installation and will be contained when closing the container 33 SOFTIE Rev 2
43. per portion of the container These folds should be even with the sides of the container See photo 4 8 7 4 8 7 4 8 8 Fold the canopy fabric extending beyond the container between the grommets on top of itself forming a pocket for the pilot chute Pull out the canopy protector flaps Type 12 See photo 4 8 8 4 8 10 Velcro close the bottom right side flap Velcro close the bottom left side flap See photo 4 8 10 Rev 2 0 8 09 tT SOFTIE Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 8 11 Velcro close the top and bottom flaps and temp pin the closing loops See photo 4 8 11 4 8 11 4 8 12 Close the pilot chute kicker flap temp pin the lower closing loop and S fold the bridle between grommets See photo 4 8 12 4 8 13 Center the pilot chute between the grommets amp side gt bumpers Compress the pilot chute taking care to keep the pilot chute canopy fabric from being pinched between spring coils Wrap pilot chute canopy fabric protectors Type 12 around the pilot chute canopy fabric and between the spring coil See photo 4 8 13 4 8 13 4 8 14 Continue compressing the pilot chute See photo 4 8 14 4 8 14 ria SOF JE Rev 2 0 8 09 er Owners Mandal 4 0 Rigger Information 4 8 15 Temp pin the pilot chute See photo 4 8 15 4 8 16 Stow the remainder of pilot chute canopy fabric between the spring coils See photo 4 8 16 4 8 17 This is a good time to turn the container over and check f
44. r The following steps should be taken to insure proper fit Putting on the Conventional Harness 1 Place the harness over the shoulders and hold each of the two 2 leg strap snaps snugly at each hip If the main lift webbing is correctly adjusted the shoulder adapters will sit just in front of the shoulder below the col larbone The wearer should be able to stand erect and the container should not sit low on the back 2 If necessary remove the SOFTIE to make any adjustments to the shoulder adapters and be sure to stow any additional riser exposed during adjustment 3 With the SOFTIE back on your shoulders bend forward and grasp the bottom of the container raising the container so that it rests high on the back 4 Reach between your legs and take hold of one of the leg straps 5 Identify that it is either left or right Re move any twists and fasten the leg strap v ring adapter to the appropriate snap The snap should Snap shut Be sure that no clothing or other obstructions are caught in the snap 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 with the opposite leg Strap Pm gamay Farapvarsa 2 0 General Information 7 Now stand erect and fasten the chest strap either with the thread through buckle or with snap and adjustable v ring Tighten the chest strap but not so much as to distort the main lift webbing Stow any free end excess in the elastic band 8 Reach down and grasp both leg strap free ends and tighten the le
45. r caused by negligence on the part of the manufacturer or otherwise By using this system or allowing it to be used by others the buyer WAIVES any liability of or by the manufacturer for personal injuries or other damages arising from such use If the buyer declines to waive liability on the part of the manufacturer buyer may ob tain a full refund of the purchase price by returning the system before it is used to the manufacturer within 15 days of the date of the original receipt of said system with a let ter stating the reason for its return WARNING You can substantially reduce risk by assuring that each component of the system has been assembled and packed in strict compliance with the manufacturer s instructions by obtaining proper instruction in the use of this system and by operating each com ponent of the system in strict compliance with owner s manual However parachute systems sometimes fail to operate properly even when properly designed assembled packed and operated so that you risk serious injury or death each time you use the sys tem Do Not Purchase or use any parachute equipment designed manufactured or sold by Para Phernalia Inc unless you fully understand and voluntarily accept these risks Do Not Purchase or use any parachute equipment designed manufactured or sold by Para Phernalia Inc unless you agree to read completely understand and follow all manufacturers instructions recommendations requirements
46. safely to the ground 1s a two fold operation The newer parachutes on the market today are steerable and they have control toggles installed on each riser To turn left pull down on the left toggle and to turn right pull down on the right toggle The forward speed of a round parachute is approximately 3 5 MPH and the 360 degree turn rate is about 6 10 seconds First use this forward speed and control of heading to ma neuver away from any life threatening obstacles such as power lines or water hazards Second use the forward speed of the canopy to reduce ground speed at landing by facing the canopy into the wind Your rate of decent will increase during a turn be careful not to make radical turns below 100 ft AGL Make only small cor rections below that altitude to maintain heading Square parachutes have a much higher turn rate faster forward speed and are more manuverable They require that you face into the wind and flare similar to an aircraft for landing Han dled properly they land much softer than a round parachute Landing is the final act in the bailout and it is important to follow these instructions in order to avoid injury Steer into the wind and don t attempt any radical turns below 100ft Look out towards the horizon and hold your knees and feet together tightly Keep your knees slightly bent with your toes pointed down Put your arms above your head holding on to the risers and as you con tact the ground roll i
47. sert proper size closing loop See Section 4 4 Insert pull up cords into both ends of the closing loop 4 9 4 Fold back area under the container optional See photo 4 9 4 4 9 4 4 9 5 Turn container 90 degrees 4 9 6 Place diaper across bottom front of container lines up and flat approximately 1 beyond the left side of container See photo 4 9 6 4 9 7 4 9 7 The first fold should lay approximately 4 beyond the right side of the container and between the grommets of the pack tray stiffener extending 4 beyond the left side of the container See photo 4 9 7 Rev 2 0 8 09 41 SOFTIE Owners Manual 4 0 Rigger Information 4 9 8 S fold the remainder of the canopy along the back wall leaving enough of the apex material to route back through the grommets See photo 4 9 8 4 9 9 Pull out canopy protector flaps Type 12 See photo 4 9 8 NOTE The excess canopy material outside the container perimeter will be used as bulk to fill the corners and allow the pilot chute to nest flat 4 9 8 4 9 10 Route and temp pin the pull up cords through the top amp bottom closing flaps top flap must lay under the bottom pilot chute kicker flap See photo 4 9 10 4 9 10 4 9 11 Fold roll canopy fabric up and in filling line stow gap in the front right corner See photo 4 9 11 4 9 12 Fold the remaining fabric on the right side to nestle the pilot chute amp fill the rear rig
48. yed parachute before impact A general rule of thumb is if you have pack opening above 1000 ft AGL you will have a fully deployed parachute before hitting the ground Airspeed will also determine your exit 100 MPH is ideal for a fast parachute opening however if you can trade off airspeed for altitude do so continued next page Rev 2 0 8 09 Er Owner Manual 1 0 General Information continue Ally in the Sky The primary cause of most unsuccessful bail outs are waiting too long to make the decision to bailout and not being prepared Using your parachute is most obviously your last option Be familiar with your particular aircraft escape procedures and practice them often until they are second nature You must be able to react instant ly to save valuable time altitude and your life If you don t have an emergency egress proce dure for your aircraft the best time to develop one is before your next flight Once you have exited the aircraft you will most likely be tumbling The most important thing to do is pull the ripcord immediately and throw it away It takes approximately 2 3 seconds for the parachute to fully deploy Altitude used for complete deployment at terminal velocity is approximately 300 500 feet That is not the altitude to initiate emergency procedures but the distance required for deployment and opening Once the parachute is open it is time to think about steering Guiding an open parachute
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