CYPRES Riggers Guide

CYPRES
Riggers Guide for Installation
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Installation in Sweethog
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Disclaimer
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This only applies to equipment used in the USA.

This manual contains information and instructions on installing Cypres in various
harness container systems. Where the manufacturer of the harness container
system has also issued written instructions for installation these must be followed.
As an alternative a US master rigger may seek his own approval following the
procedure outlined in "A C 105 - 2 C".
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Preface
The installation of Cypres requires considerable attention to detail. All riggers are
therefore requested to study the manual carefully prior to commencing such
installation.
Some of the descriptions are rather detailed, even when dealing with basic rigging
activities. This is not meant to patronise, merely to ensure that no detail is
overlooked.
Regular installation seminars for riggers are held by Airtec at our factory in
Wnnenberg. We ask that all riggers installing Cypres who have not attended one of
these seminars conform strictly to the information contained in this manual. Should
you encounter difficulties with any aspect of installation do not hesitate to contact us.
Please, do NOT experiment whilst trying to solve a problem. We shall answer all
questions immediately and give advice and assistance wherever possible.
Notice to Riggers:
Because of safety reasons, the fact that the CYPRES setup configurations for each
individual rig have been designed and tested by Airtec with the CYPRES, and
because of liability concerns for you, the rigger, we must remind you that Airtec
CYPRES set-ups (pouches, cutter elastics, etc.), and CYPRES loops and discs
MUST be used with CYPRES AADs.
At the same time, as Airtec has performed testing on these setups and loop system
ONLY with CYPRES, we must insist that CYPRES setups and loops NOT be used
with any other AAD, because of the same safety and liability concerns.
We kindly ask you to check for these situations and correct any that you discover.
Thank you for your understanding.
Please:
Never ever install Cypres by trial and error.

This could cause someone's death!
Dieses Handbuch ist in deutsch erhltlich.

Ce manuel est disponible en franais.
Cypres is a trade mark of Airtec GmbH (Ltd.)

US patents number 4858856 and 5024400, European patent number EP 0281 and
German patent number P 37 07 294.3 have been granted for Cypres.
Airtec GmbH, November 1992
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Rigger Kit
This manual is designed primarily for use by parachute riggers. It details the method
of installing Cypres in most harness container systems (rigs).
Supplied with the manual is a special "rigger kit" containing parts and spares
necessary for the task.
The kit consists of:

(1)
Rigger's Guide for Installation Manual
(2)
Rigger's Guide for Installation Video
(3)
two soft bodkins
(4)
three Cypres pull-ups
(5)
three support discs
(6)
three 0.7 m sections of adhesive cable housing
(7)
five elasticated release unit housings
(8)
2 strips of velcro for fixture of control unit
(9)
50 m of Cypres loop material
(10)
two fingertrapping needles
(11)
1 container of silicone gel
(12)
1 running loop housing
(13)
1 screwdriver
(14)
1 pilot chute strap (for 2-pin Pop Top systems)
(15)
2 Cypres packing pins
(16)
2 control unit pockets
(17)
Cypres installation checklist
We would welcome any constructive comments based on rigger's experience in

installing Cypres.
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Technical introduction
Cypres works by measuring air pressure and the rate of change of air pressure. Air
pressure is of course the basis of altitude measurement. When Cypres is switched
on it calibrates itself to the ambient air pressure and then memorises this as its zero
or ground level. It re-measures the ambient air pressure once every 30 seconds
thereafter, to check for any changes caused by weather and updates its memory
accordingly. It thus always knows the latest actual air pressure and its memory is
always set to the correct zero or ground level.
The microprocessor recognises the rapid pressure change when the aircraft takes off
and at 100m above ground level (AGL) it changes to a fast calculation mode in which
it obtains seven different release criteria once every 0.25 seconds. All of these
criteria must be positive before the unit will fire. Once the unit passes 450m (1500ft)
AGL in the climb it arms itself and becomes fully operational.
NOTE:
Cypres will not work if the aircraft is exited before it reaches 450m (1500ft)
AGL. Once the aircraft has climbed through 450m and Cypres has become
fully operational, it will work for any exit height.
During a descent in the aircraft, in freefall or under canopy, Cypres will operate down
to 40m (120ft) AGL, at which height it is of no further use and switches itself off.
Considerable efforts have been made to eliminate the influence of air vortices. Such
vortices can cause erroneous altitude readings varying by more than 200 metres
from the actual altitude.
You can observe these pressure differences when looking at your altimeter in freefall
and turning from a belly down to a belly up position (or vice versa). The needle will
shake and change to a higher (or a lower) altitude.
The diagram below shows the pressure changes in such situations:
At moment A the true altitude is

2.600m (1); but the measured
pressure at that moment shows
an altitude of about 2.400m (2).
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Previous AADs do not compensate for these erroneous fluctuations and are
therefore inaccurate to a considerable degree. A precision AAD must be capable of
instantly compensating for a wide range of fluctuations in dynamic pressure. Cypres
is programmed to recognise the extremes of vertical velocity and acceleration to
which every skydiver can be subjected and using this information, together with
constantly updated pressure measurements, performs comprehensive mathematical
routines which equate, in calculation power, to a normal personal computer. Even
when Cypres is switched off it is not completely at rest, it is still checking to see
whether or not the push button on the control unit has been pressed.
During the design stage much thought was given to making the release unit as safe
and reliable as possible. This led to the development of the emergency opening
system (EOS). The propellant charge in the EOS is only required to move the cutting
blade a distance of 6mm and it does so with enough force to cut through a piece of
steel wire 3mm thick. You would hardly expect such enormous power inside such a
small device! The closing loop is cut instantly, resulting in an immediate reserve
opening regardless of the condition of the pin(s). Apart from the push button on the
control unit, the cutting blade is the only movable part of Cypres.
The Cypres release unit (EOS) is a dramatic improvement on all other systems
currently available.
processing unit
release unit
(EOS)
control unit
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Installation General - Contents

General remarks
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Installation of pocket for the

processing unit - General
Installation of the release unit (EOS) - General
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Installation of the control unit - General

- Expert Cypres
- Tandem Cypres
- Student Cypres
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Cypres reserve loops
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Installation of loops in one-pin containers
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Loop support discs
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Installation of loops in two-pin containers

Packing of a
- one-pin container with internally mounted pilot chute
- two-pin container with internally mounted pilot chute
- one-pin container with externally mounted pilot chute
- two-pin container with externally mounted pilot chute
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Packing the reserve
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Cable connections
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Battery replacement
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General remarks
If Cypres has not been incorporated in a harness container system (rig) by the
manufacturer, it is normally fairly simple to retrofit. In some cases however, a great
deal of skill is required.
All Cypres installations must be done by licensed riggers using this manual and any
written instructions issued by the rig manufacturer.
Every Cypres is delivered with a comprehensive installation kit which comes in 2
bags.
The first bag is for use by the rigger, the second bag has to be handed over to the rig
owner.
Contents of a 1-pin installation set :
1 pocket for processing unit

1 cable housing
1st bag :
1 elasticated release unit housing

1 control unit pocket
2 1-pin loops (in separate bag)
1 pull up
2 support discs
1 strip of velcro
2nd bag (for user/owner) :
1 1-pin loop
1 pull up
1 screwdriver (for battery
replacement)
We request that you stow a ready made loop (of correct length, with loop
properly tied to support disc) and a Cypres pull up in the surplus cable pocket
whenever you install a 1-pin Cypres.
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Contents of a 2-pin installation set :
1 pocket for processing unit

1 cable housing
1st bag :
2 elasticated release unit housings

1 control unit pocket
2 2-pin loops (in separate bag)
2 pull ups
2 support discs
1 strip of velcro
2 soft bodkins
1 running loop housing
2nd bag (for user/owner) :
1 2-pin loop
2 pull ups
2 soft bodkins
1 screwdriver (for battery
replacement)
We request that you stow a ready made loop (of correct length), 2 Cypres pull
ups and 2 soft bodkins in the surplus cable pocket whenever you install a 2-pin
Cypres.
When Cypres is installed in a 2-pin reserve container with 2 separate loops (i.e.: no
running loop), the loop supplied, which is spliced on both ends, has to be cut in two
halves.
This applies to e.g. Mini Hawk, Dual Hawk Tandem and Requin systems.
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When installing Cypres it is vital to ensure that:

installation is carried out in accordance with the instructions in this manual and
any written instructions issued by the rig manufacturer,
the manual opening system for the reserve (i.e. pins, pack flaps etc.) is not
obstructed in any way,
the structural integrity of the harness is not affected (e.g. by inserting / removing
stitching, etc.),
the processing unit is positioned where it will be best protected from physical
damage and extreme outside air temperatures. Information on correct positioning
of the processing and control units is contained in the relevant sections of this
manual,
only original Airtec pockets and housings are used for the processing, release and
control units,
only original Cypres loops and pull ups are used when packing a reserve container
with Cypres installed.
When packing two-pin Pop Tops, the special Cypres pilot chute strap must also
be used,
the ambient temperature during installation is at least 10C; otherwise, the cable
will become too rigid.
A good reserve pilot chute is an important safety factor.

On systems with an internally-mounted pilot chute, we recommend that owners equip
their rigs with one that has a hard top and a strong spring, such as the new Vector
reserve pilot chute or similar. On two-pin Pop Tops, we recommend use of the Jump
Shack pilot chute or similar.
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Installation of the processing unit pocket - General

The pocket for the processing unit must be fixed inside the reserve container by
sewing it to the partition wall.
Sew as close as possible to the outer of the two rows of stitches on the binding tape
surrounding the pocket. Sew all the way round the pocket. If the pocket is only
tacked on, or if the sewing is not at the outer edge of the binding tape surround there
is a danger of the reserve suspension lines becoming trapped.
To provide maximum protection for the processing unit (against physical damage
and extremes in outside air temperature), the pocket must be positioned so that the
processing unit sits centrally on the reserve container partition wall.
partition wall between

reserve and main container
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Position the processing unit so that the cables lie flat against the partition wall.
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If the cables need to cross over each other anywhere inside the container, ensure
that the thinner cable lies underneath the thicker one.
Coil any surplus cable into the small second pocket, the thicker cable uppermost.
Ensure there are no kinks and coil as loosely as possible whilst still fitting in the
pocket. Coils must not be smaller than the diameter of a 25 cent coin.
Then route the cables through the passage holes to the control and release units.
partition wall between

reserve and main container
passage
holes
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Installation of the release unit(s) (EOS) - General

Installation of the release unit(s) varies from system to system.
The release unit(s) can be mounted on the base of the reserve tray or on one of the
reserve container closing flaps.
In a 2-pin Pop Top installation the control unit cable should be positioned hard
against the edge of the stiffener plate so that it lies underneath the black plastic
tapered end(s) of the release unit(s).This provides support for the unit(s), particularly
if the stiffener plate is curved. If necessary secure the cable in the desired position
with a couple of hand stitches (see diagram).
Example of fitting
in 2-pin Pop Top
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Example of fitting
in Vector type rig
Detailed instructions for installation in different rigs are contained in the "installation
special" section. Should you wish to install Cypres in a rig for which no instructions
are available you must contact Airtec for advice.
Never ever install Cypres by trial and error!
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Position the release unit cable housing in the rig and fix in place using the adhesive
coating. We strongly recommend that the housing is also sewn in place with a
sewing machine or with thin wax thread.
The release unit must be pushed carefully through the cable housing and then
through the elasticated housing until the loop hole is exposed.
If the release unit is to be mounted on the base of the reserve container, ensure that
supplementary stitching of the housings is confined to the inner container wall only
so that it is not visible from the outside.
We recommend the use of a "free arm" sewing machine. Alternatively, the housing
can be neatly hand stitched.
loop hole
elasticated housing
attachment flap
elasticated
housing
Note: The cable housing can be made of either ripstop nylon or a material similar to
silk. If your housings are the silk type please ensure they are cut to size using
a hot knife.
Please do not install the release element under flap 1, if there is a round reserve
installed in the rig. Please install the release element in these cases under flap 3
(first flap above the pilot chute), this will prevent, that canopy material gets torn in the
hole of the release element during packing. Release elements under flap 1 in rigs
with round reserve should be located under flap 3 at time of next repack.
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When a reserve is packed the closing flaps are always under tension and pull
outwards against the closing loop. The closing loop will therefore always be hard up
against an inside edge of each closing flap grommet, and this will always be the
edge nearest to the free or tapered end of the closing flap.
When the release unit (EOS) is fitted to a reserve container closing flap (i.e. on
Vector type containers with an internal pilot chute), it must be positioned so that the
EOS loop hole is directly under the inside edge of the grommet against which the
closing loop is being pulled (i.e. nearest the tapered or free end of the closing flap).
The release unit must also be positioned so that the EOS loop hole is exactly
perpendicular (i.e. at 90) to the grommet.
When the release unit is fitted in the base of a container for a round reserve, cover
the release unit(s) with a large piece of adhesive masking tape. Carefully cut a hole
(or holes) for the reserve loop(s) to pass through. These holes must be no smaller
than a one cent coin to prevent any possibility of masking tape being drawn into the
EOS loop hole. The masking tape is used to ensure that there is no possibility of the
reserve rigging lines becoming snagged on the release unit.
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Installation of the control unit - General
Experience has shown that the control unit is best positioned under the pin
protection flap on both Vector type and Pop Top rigs. Great care must be taken to
ensure that the manual opening system for the reserve (i.e. pins, pack flaps etc.) is
not obstructed in any way.
It is most important that there is no contact between the control unit and any metal
component of the rig (i.e. grommets, pins etc.).
Study the specific installation instructions for the harness container system you are
working on. Plan the general installation giving thought to the cable routing and
whether or not you need to make passage holes in the container.
On Vector type rigs the control unit is normally fitted on the shoulder yoke next to the
reserve ripcord housing. This housing is deeper than the control unit which is
therefore protected and accessible at the same time.
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The control unit can be attached to the cover flap in three ways:
1.
Using the transparent pocket

Mount the pocket under the upper right section of the container's closing flap,
roughly in the same position as shown on the drawing. Slide the control unit
into position from the right side and close the velcro fastening. Do not cut off
the nylon fixing ties, you may need them for subsequent fitting to a new rig.
The transparent pocket can be

mounted with the attachment flap at
either top or bottom, using a sewing
machine or careful hand stitching
with wax thread.
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2.
Using the nylon fixing ties

Having determined the desired position for the control unit, pierce 4 holes with
a needle for the fixing ties. If you need to drill through a reinforcement plate
dress the holes with silicone. Thread the fixing ties through the material and
tie firmly lengthwise (see diagram). Do not cut the fixing ties as they may be
needed subsequently for fitting to a new rig.
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Using a hooked needle, thread any spare length of tie between the double
fabric layer of the rig.
3.
Using the velcro strip

Do not cut off the fixing ties, you may need them for susequent fitting to a new
rig. Coil them under the control unit and fix the self adhesive hooked velcro
strip to the unit. Sew the pile velcro strip in the desired place on the reserve
flap, stitching all the way round the edge. The use of velcro raises the control
unit by 4mm.
We recommend using method 1 or 2. The glued velcro method should only be used:
a)
in Pop Top systems where it is impossible to drill or pierce through the

reinforcement plate or
b)
in systems where the manufacturer has already incorporated the velcro in the
appropriate position as part of a Cypres installation during manufacture.
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Cypres reserve loops

Cypres loops are made from polyamide nylon cord and are specifically designed for
use with the system. This is an innovative, very thin material with a diameter of
1.8mm and a breaking strain of approximately 180kp. The use of other materials
could cause damage to the loop hole coating in the release unit and is NOT
PERMITTED.
Cypres loops should never be shorter than those normally used on any particular
harness container system (rig).
When the release unit (EOS) is mounted on the bottom of the reserve container the
loop(s) should be of normal length for the rig in question. Do not shorten them
unnecessarily as this causes extra tension and could lead to premature loop failure.
When the release unit is mounted on one of the reserve closing flaps the loop should
be lengthened by up to 1cm in case of a one-pin container and up to 2cm in case of
a 2-pin container to allow for the thickness of the release unit.
The entire reserve loop should be impregnated with silicone except for 1cm above
the disc, after installing the loop to the disc. This increases flexibility and helps to
ensure a fast reserve opening. It also ensures that during manual opening of the
reserve the loop will slip through the loop hole of the release unit freely and it
reduces the pulling force required.
When making your own loops, do not forget to treat them with silicone. This is simply
done by rubbing the silicone into the loop material with finger and thumb (loop
material and silicone are available from Airtec).
Before attaching the loop to the disc, stretch it by pulling on both ends at least twice.
Pulling force is what matters, not the duration of the pull. A short but decisive pull will
do. When the loop has been tied to the disc, repeat the procedure. A 2-pin loop
should also be stretched before being put into the container. Once the required loop
length has been established it should be annotated on the reserve packing card for
future reference.
Each installation set is provided with 3 ready made reserve loops of sufficient length,
1-pin loops are impregnated with silicone on the first 4cm.
NOTE:
As a general rule, the eye of any reserve loop should be as small as

practicable to prevent the possibility of reserve canopy material becoming
trapped. The diameter of a normal pencil or cigarette is ideal.
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The potential weak spot in a reserve closing loop is where it is knotted through the
washer. Excessive tension can lead to the cord breaking at the knot, or becoming so
compressed that the knot slips through the hole in the washer.
To overcome this problem we have developed a support disc with 3 holes. The loop
material is wound 2 times before being knotted.
The two windings absorb a great deal of strain resulting in very little decrease in the
breaking strain at this critical point.
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Loop installation in one-pin containers

When the release unit (EOS) is mounted on the bottom of the reserve container the
loop(s) should be of normal length for the rig in question. Do not shorten them
unnecessarily as this causes extra tension and could lead to premature failure.
When the release unit is mounted on one of the reserve closing flaps the loop should
be lengthened by up to 1cm to allow for the thickness of the release unit.
The entire reserve loop should be impregnated with silicone except for 1cm above
the disc after installation to the disc. This increases flexibility and helps to ensure a
fast reserve opening. It also ensures that during manual opening of the reserve the
loop will slip through the loop hole of the release unit freely and it reduces the pulling
force required.
When making your own loops, do not forget to treat them with silicone. This is simply
done by rubbing the silicone into the loop material with finger and thumb after
installation to the disc (loop material and silicone are available from Airtec).
Before attaching the loop to the disc, stretch it by pulling on both ends at least twice.
Pulling force is what matters, not the duration of the pull. A short but decisive pull will
do. When the loop has been tied to the disc, repeat the procedure. Once the
required loop length has been established it should be annotated on the reserve
packing card for future reference.
Each installation set is provided with 3 ready made reserve loops of sufficient length.
The 1-pin loops provided by Airtec are treated with silicone the first 4cm.
If the release unit (EOS) is mounted on the inside closing flap and is thus physically
touching the pilot chute, the pilot chute must be of the stiff topped variety (new
Vector type pilot chute or similar).
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Loop Support disc

In order to avoid wear between loop, bottom disc and knot where the loop attaches
to 1-pin containers and some 2-pin containers, we have developed a new technique
for affixing the loop. This technique utilizes a metal disc with three holes together
with a special knoting technique.
Installation using this technique will not take significantly longer than the procedure
previously used but will have the added advantage that the entire loop system will
have a higher tensile strength, about 180 kp.
Every Cypres intended for 1-pin containers is shipped with two of these special discs
and three prepared loops. 2-pin Cypres come with two discs as well. The installation
of the loop to the disc should be performed as follows(please find the sketch on page
26)
a)
pass the loop cord through the central hole and mark the desired length with a
pen
b)
route the cord back through one of the outside holes
c)
and upwards again through the third hole
d)
hold to the disc between the index and the second finger and trap the spare
cord with the thumb. Pass a pen through the loop and sharply pull the whole
loop cord twice to prestrech the material.
Re-align the pen mark with the disc and knot the cord as shown in sketch e).
e)
make one further knot as shown in sketch f) to prevent slippage
Caution:
Do not use other knots than suggested!
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Sketch of loop attachment

Description of support disc knot:
mark loop
length
knot # 2
knot # 1
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knot # 2
knot # 1
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Loop installation in two-pin containers

Cypres loops should not be shorter as those normally used on any particular harness
container system (rig).
When the release units are not mounted on the bottom of the container the loop
should be lengthened by up to approx. 2 cm to allow for the thickness of the release
units.
Assess the loop length required and adjust the loops accordingly.
Then, stretch the loop by pulling tight on both ends at least twice. The pulling force is
what matters, not the duration of the pull. A short but decisive pull will do.
Adjust the loop by gently pulling the finger trapping until it is 1cm shorter than its
desired length. Cut the protruding surplus ends with a scalpel or razor blade to a
length of approximately 3mm. Then slowly pull the finger trapping until the surplus
3mm of material disappear inside the loop. The central 6cm of the loop should be
sewn with nylon type E thread or similar material, by hand or machine. Machine
sewing can be done with an ordinary home sewing machine or with a simple
industrial machine, using a thin needle. If using an industrial machine, make sure it
has a bottom transport mechanism and/or a needle transport. It is possible for the
loop to become jammed in a multi-purpose transport. Both ends of the stitching
should be locked. Care should be taken when sewing as the wrong thread tension
could cause contraction of the loop. 2-pin loops provided by Airtec are not treated
with silicone, please impregnate the complete running loop with silicone.
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When making up your own loops, use only Airtec polyamide material. Make exact
copies of original loops and do not forget to treat the complete running loop with
silicone.
finger trapped section
cut
Important:
The lose ends A and B should overlap in the centre of the made up
loop by 1 to 2cm.
Finally, stretch the loop twice more.

This should result in a smooth, protrusion free loop of the required length.
Once the required loop length has been established it should be annotated on the
reserve packing card for future reference.
The silicone gel supplied by Airtec does not affect Parapack, Cordura or Canopy
material.
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Packing
one-pin containers with internally mounted reserve pilot chute
Check the whole Cypres installation for condition and serviceability at each reserve
repack. Make a special point of checking the plastic coating in the loop hole of the
release unit (EOS). If this is damaged or displaced the unit must be returned to
Airtec. Repair will be free of charge and the unit will be returned to the owner the day
after receipt at our factory.
Check the loop for damage, especially at the release unit, the grommets and the
ripcord pin. If the loop is damaged in any way it must be replaced.
When closing the reserve container the use of a straight pull on the pull up
cord/closing loop is strongly recommended. The use of a twisting stick can impose
unacceptable strain on the closing loop.
IMPORTANT NOTE 1:
Rapid and careless removal of the pull up cord can cause friction damage to the
loop. To avoid damage remove the pull up cord by pulling it slowly against the
underside of the ripcord pin.
IMPORTANT NOTE 2:
If, during packing, you need to pass the pull up cord through the loop hole in the
release unit you must use the special Cypres polyamide pull up cord supplied. Use of
any other material could cause damage to the plastic coating of the loop hole.
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two-pin containers with internally mounted reserve pilot chute

repack. Make a special point of checking the plastic coating in the loop holes of the
release units (EOS). If this is damaged or displaced the unit must be returned to
Check the loops for damage, especially at the release unit, the grommets and the
ripcord pin. If a loop is damaged in any way it must be replaced.
cords/closing loops is strongly recommended. The use of a twisting stick can impose
IMPORTANT NOTE 1:
IMPORTANT NOTE 2:
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one-pin containers with externally mounted reserve pilot chute

To protect the integrity of the fingertrapped or spliced section of the polyamide, loops
for 1-pin Pop Top rigs should not be silicone impregnated.
Check the loop for damage, especially at the release unit, the grommets and the
cord/closing loop is strongly recommended. The use of a twisting stick can impose
IMPORTANT NOTE 1:
IMPORTANT NOTE 2:
IMPORTANT NOTE 3:
When re-packing "Pop Top" reserve containers which are fitted with a Cypres part of
the final inspection must be a visual check to ensure correct routing of the loop end
through the cutter hole. This is to be done by looking through the grommet
underneath the reserve pin in bright light conditions.
Whilst carrying out equipment checks at DZs or in Rigging lofts, extra attention must
be paid to ensure that the loop is correctly routed.
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two-pin containers with externally mounted reserve pilot chute

Check the loops for damage, especially at the release unit, the grommets and the
Please tread the complete "running loop" with silicone before installation.
cords/closing loops is strongly recommended. The use of a twisting stick can impose
IMPORTANT NOTE 1:
IMPORTANT NOTE 2:
Two soft bodkins consisting of 1m of polyamide material with a loop at one end will
be required. (Only use soft bodkins supplied by Airtec.)
We strongly recommend the use of a running loop system with Cypres in 2-pin Pop
Tops.
IMPORTANT NOTE 3:
When re-packing "Pop Top" reserve containers which are fitted with a Cypres part of
the final inspection must be a visual check to ensure correct routing of the loop end
through the cutter hole. This is to be done by looking through the grommet
underneath the reserve pin in bright light conditions.
Whilst carrying out equipment checks at DZs or in Rigging lofts, extra attention must
be paid to ensure that the loop is correctly routed.
NOTE:
On Racer and Racer Elite systems in countries where US TSO standards apply, you
must use the quick loop system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not tread "quick loops" with silicone
For both running loops and quick loops however, you must use Cypres polyamide
loop material.
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Running loop installation

A 16cm running loop housing is supplied with every 2-pin Cypres. Should you require
a housing of different length please contact Airtec for immediate delivery.
When making your own housings ensure that the ends are not cut with a hot knife.
This leaves a sharp edge and can damage the running loop. The ends should be
folded back and sewn in place in exactly the same way as on those supplied by
Airtec. Handstitch the running loop housing to the top disc of the pilot chute with
strong wax thread. Cross-stitch all four corners.
Using an original Cypres loop determine the length required for the rig and adjust the
loop accordingly. It may need to be fractionally longer than normal due to the
thickness of the release units (see page 25 for loop adjustment). Thread the loop
through the housing on the pilot chute disc then pack the reserve.
The compressed pilot chute should be held closed using the strap provided. The pilot
chute fabric must be stowed completely under the Pop Top cover and the use of the
strap makes this whole operation much easier. When packing has been completed,
remove the strap by very slowly and carefully pulling the velcro pile end underneath
the pilot chute.
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The control unit cable ( approx. 6 mm) should be positioned hard against the edge
of the stiffener plate so that it lies underneath the black plastic tapered end(s) of the
release unit(s). This provides support for the unit(s), particularly if the stiffener plate
is curved. If necessary secure the cable in the desired position with a couple of hand
stitches (see diagram).
plastic part to be
supported
In order to avoid that the plastic

part of the cutter is bent, route
the control unit cable under the
plastic part and fix it with wax
thread.
control unit cable
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INTENTIONALLY BLANK
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Pack the reserve using Airtec polyamide soft bodkins and pull ups. This is most
important as both bodkins and pull ups made of other material could damage the
loop holes in the release units. The technique is simple and is shown in the diagrams
on the following pages:
freebag (suspension
lines not drawn)
Release units are

already in place.
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Using soft bodkins, pull the pull up cords through the freebag, the release units and
the bottom of the container:
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Once the pull up cords

have
been
pulled
through the closing loop
grommets at the base
of the container, the
ends can be tied
together. It is then
possible to step into the
resulting loop with one
foot, creating enough
force to close the
container
with
little
effort. (Place rig at the
edge of the packing
table).
To make insertion of
the second ripcord pin
easier, first insert the
temporary pin supplied
by Airtec. Carefully
insert the ripcord pin
underneath
the
temporary pin which
can then be gently
removed.
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In order to facilitate the packing procedure described on the last three pages (p.3436), we recommend that you push 2 conventional metal bodkins through the
grommets at the bottom of the container to serve as a mechanical aid for the closing
of the flaps.
The release units in their elasticated housings are mobile enough to allow temporary
displacement while the bodkins are inserted, and they will move back to their original
position once the bodkins have been removed. The bodkins can stay in place until all
4pull
flaps
up have been aligned properly.
pull up
pull up
soft
bodkins
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Packing the reserve

When placing the freebag in the container make sure that the connector links do not
lie on top of any Cypres cables
As a general rule, the reserve canopy should be packed in a U-shape enveloping the
Cypres processing unit as completely as possible and providing a smart exterior
appearance.
When installing round reserve canopies in two-pin containers, the loops must be
routed through the open portions of the S-shaped canopy folds.
loops
The same rule applies to suspension lines of round reserve canopies where the lines
are stowed on the bottom of the container.
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It is most important that riggers' lead seals are positioned well clear of the closing
loop and grommet and thus cannot interfere with the reserve opening sequence in
any way. ( Neglect of this precaution caused a fatal accident in Spring 1992!)
When packing any reserve please also check the following:

-
reserve ripcord
correct length, free of damage
3-ring system
ensure the teflon cables are of correct length and

undamaged. Check the condition of the velcro
attachment for the cutaway pad. Check the rings for
damage, deformation and freedom of movement.
Check the condition of the loop and grommet on
the main risers.
reserve static line
correctly fitted, condition of velcro. Ensure that the

RSL release handle is of such shape and size that
it cannot jam the 3-ring system.
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Cutter replacement - Cable connections

Never, ever disconnect any of the cables in Cypres.
Once Cypres has fired it must be returned to Airtec or another authorized service
agent for replacement of the release unit. We guarantee a one day turnround for this
service.
This is not necessary if the unit is equiped with the new easy to replace cutter.
Please refer to chapter 6.3 in our User's Guide.
The following instructions are supplied with every Cypres.
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Battery replacement
Before replacing batteries, please read the detailed information in the User's Guide
section.
It is most important to remember that these batteries are extremely sensitive to short
circuits which will render them unusable. Please use extreme caution when handling
the batteries or replacing them. Even a short ciruit which lasts for just fractions of a
second will render the batteries unserviceable.
The battery must be replaced after 2 years or 500 jumps or if

the low battery error code is encountered during self-test
whatever comes first.
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Rigger's Guide - Installation Special

When installing Cypres it is vital to ensure that installation is carried out in
accordance with the instructions in this manual and any written instructions issued by
the rig manufacturer.
Contents:
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Vector I
44
Vector II
48
Chaser (representing Racer,

Racer Elite, Chaser, Sprint,
Tear Drop and some other
2-pin Pop Tops)
49
One Pin Tear Drop
51
Javelin
52
Talon
53
Atom
54
Jaguar and Mini Jaguar
55
LOR II - special note
56
Ultra
57
Invader
58
Vulcan
59
Mini Hawk
60
Combination Tandem
61
Sweethog
62
EOS
63
Top Flyer V
65
Top Flyer VI
66
Pitt III (for round reserve)
67
Warp III (for round reserve)
68
Centaurus
70
Wonderhog
71
42
ACE
73
Naro
74
Excaliber
75
Innovator II
76
Swift
77
Dual Hawk Tandem
78
Vector Tandem
81
Galaxy Tandem
82
Zerox
83
Swift II
84
Eclipse
85
Vector III
86
Dolphin
87
Prestige
88
Sidewinder
89
Orion
90
Questionnaire concerning systems not

included above
NOTE: All directions (i.e. left/right, top/bottom etc.) in the Installation

Special section are as seen in the diagrams.
If installation into a system is contemplated which has not been described on

the following pages, it is mandatory to contact Airtec. See also last page of this
special part.
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Vector I
EOS
spare cable pocket
Position processing unit so that the spare cable pocket is to the right.
The release unit cable should be routed via flaps 1 and 3. A small passage
hole must be made in flap 1, the position of which can be determined by
closing flaps 1 and 3 as if the rig were packed. It is then easy to see where the
cable should go, between 1 and 3cm from the right hand edge of the flap.
Make the hole 1cm long using a hot knife. The cable housing should be glued
and sewn to the under surface of flap 3.
Align the release unit (EOS) so that it lies parallel to the long axis of the
container, ensuring that the loop hole is in line with the right hand inner edge
of the grommet.
The cable housing for the control unit can be glued to the bottom of the
container or alternatively, the cable can be routed through the double fabric
layer of the bottom of the container, in which case a small 1.5cm passage
hole must be cut with a hot knife.
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Vector I (continued)
If the cable is routed inside the double skin of the container, it must be parallel and
next to the edge of the loop reinforcement plates. Secure the cable with a couple of
loose tacks which will prevent sideways movement whilst allowing the cable to flex.
tack with
wax thread
There is no need to make a hole for the cable at the top of the container. It passes
easily between the two nylon layers at the back (by flap 5).
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Positioning of the release unit
Ensure there is no gap between the cable housing and the elasticated release unit
housing.
open reserve
container (flap #3)
If the elasticated housing

attachment flap cannot be
sewn with a machine it should
be stitched by hand using wax
thread. The attachment flap
must face to the left (towards
the centre of the container).
stitches
Ensure the two rows of stitching are at least 1cm apart or there may be difficulty
pushing the release unit round the corner of the flap. The outer row of stitching
should run along the middle of the edge binding tape.
Please follow the diagram exactly.
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Positioning of the control unit
The control unit should be mounted at

90 to the container's vertical axis. In
older systems the ripcord housing
may have to be moved to the far left
side of the flap.
Attach the control unit by using either
the nylon fixing ties or the transparent
pocket. Velcro is not recommended
on Vector rigs (see pages 16 and 17).
IMPORTANT:
Use only original silicone impregnated Cypres loops.
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Vector II
The release unit should be mounted on the inner surface of flap 1.
Please refer to Vector I section for details of attaching the control unit and various
housings.
Use only original silicone impregnated Cypres loops.
The attachment flap must

face towards the centre of
the container.
IMPORTANT:
You must use an original Vector II reserve pilot chute (with a strong spring and a
broad, rigid disc) with a Vector II rig.
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Chaser
(representing Racer, Racer Elite, Chaser, Sprint, Teardrop and other

two-pin Pop Tops)
Sew the release

unit elasticated
housings to the
bottom of the
container
with
the attachment
flaps
facing
towards
the
processing unit.
control unit cable
hand tack
In a 2-pin Pop Top installation the control unit cable should be positioned hard
against the edge of the stiffener plate so that it lies underneath the black
plastic tapered end(s) of the release unit(s). This provides support for the unit
(s), particularly if the stiffener plate is curved. If necessary secure the cable in
the desired position with a couple of hand stitches (see diagram).
Cut 2 small holes in the cable housing for the release elements to pass
through.
Cut a small hole in the neck area of the container through which the control
unit must be pushed before being positioned on the flap.
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Chaser (continued)
(representing Racer, Racer Elite, Chaser, Sprint, Teardrop

and other two-pin Pop Tops)
In the new Chaser the control

unit should be routed through
the existing reserve ripcord
housing opening. To do this,
it will be necessary to detach
the ripcord housing, which
must be resecured once the
control unit has been routed
through the hole.
Position the control unit so
that the push button is next
to the ripcord housing. You
must ensure, however, that
there is no contact with the
housing, the ripcord or the
grommets.
We recommend that the control unit is attached using either the nylon fixing ties or
the transparent pocket. The glued velcro method should only be used:
a)
in Pop Top systems where it is impossible to drill or pierce through the

reinforcement plate or
b)
in systems where the manufacturer has already incorporated the velcro in the
appropriate position as part of a Cypres installation during manufacture.
(see also pages 15-17.)
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One Pin Tear Drop
Sew the release unit elasticated

housing to the bottom of the
container with the attachment flap
facing towards the processing unit.
processing unit as in Racer

release unit as shown in drawing
control unit as in Racer
Use only original Cypres loop material.

To protect the integrity of the fingertrapped or spliced section of the polyamide, loops
for 1-pin Pop Top rigs should not be silicone impregnated.
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Javelin
The diagram shows the installation of the complete system.
Sew the release

unit
elasticated
housing to the
bottom of
the
container with the
attachment
flap
facing towards the
processing unit.
spare cable
pocket
Position release unit perpendicular to long axis of container.
Route control unit cable direct to the top right hand corner of rig.
Position control unit on top reserve flap to the right of ripcord housing.
Attach the control unit by using either the nylon fixing ties or the transparent
pocket. The velcro may also be used but the end result is less elegant.
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Talon
Where Cypres fittings have been

incorporated by the manufacturer the
control unit cable housing is routed
underneath the right riser cover flap.

sewn with a machine it should
be stitched by hand using wax
thread. The attachment flap
must face to the left (towards
the centre of the container).
The release unit cable should be routed via flap 2 and 3. A small passage
hole must be made in flap 2, the position of which can be determinated by
closing flaps 1 and 3 as if the rig were packed. It is then easy to see where the
cable should go, between 1 and 3cm from the right hand edge of the flap.
Make the hole 1cm long using a hot knife. The cable housing should be glued
and sewn to the under surface of flap 3.
of the grommet.
If there are 2 reserve riser cover flaps built into the bottom of the container,
the control unit cable should be positioned under the right hand flap. If no
flaps are provided, the cable should be routed through the double fabric layer
of the bottom of the container. The control unit can then be attached using
either the nylon fixing ties or the transparent pocket. The velcro may also be
used but the end result is less elegant. (see also pages 45-47.)
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Atom
same as Vector I, except:

-
The order of flaps 3 and 4 can be reversed compared with the order normally
used by most manufacturers. In this case the cutter has to be mounted on
flap #4 (the right flap), and this flap has to be closed before the left one. The
closing sequence is then 1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6. It is useful to change the numbers
on the side flaps, this will help other riggers/reservepackers to close the
container in the correct closing sequence.
How ever the side flaps are numbered, the release element has to be
mounted on the right reserve flap which then closes before the left one.
Due to the narrowness of the reserve top flaps, the control unit should be
attached parallel to the long axis of the container using the nylon fixing ties.
This will require drilling of the plate. Use of the transparent pocket or velcro
will cause unsightly bulging.
The rig manufacturer installs the cutter in new rigs under flap 1.
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Jaguar and Mini Jaguar

-
Older Jaguar rigs still have "intermediate" flaps.
The order of flaps 3 and 4 is reversed compared with the order normally used
by most manufacturers. Thus the cutter is mounted on flap #4 (the right flap),
and this flap has to be closed before the left one. The closing sequence is
therefore 1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6. It is useful to change the numbers on the side
flaps, this will help other riggers/reservepackers to close the container in the
correct closing sequence.
We stress the fact that the cutter must be mounted onto the first reserve
flap above the pilot chute in all Jaguar and Mini Jaguar.
Due to the narrowness of the reserve top flaps, the control unit should be
attached parallel to the long axis of the container using the nylon fixing ties.
This will require drilling of the plate. Use of the transparent pocket or velcro
will cause unsightly bulging.
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Important note on use of Cypres with LOR II from Parachutes de France (e.g. in
the Atom, Campus and Galaxy Tandem)
The LOR II system uses 2 closing loops and 2 pins through a single grommet. Both
loops run trough a single CYPRES cutter. This requires the use of special (thinner)
LOR II loops, provided exclusively by Parachutes de France.
The principle is that in the event of an RSL-activated reserve deployment, the
reserve cannot open until both main risers have positively separated from the
harness.
WARNING: Never use two regular CYPRES loops for LOR II equipped PdF containers.
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Ultra
see Vector I
Ultra systems manufactured in 1992 or later and having a Vector II reserve pilot
chute can be treated in the same way as Vector II rigs.
In older systems flap 4 in the Ultra was flap 3 in the Vector.

Since June 1991 flap numbering has been the same in both systems.
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Invader
see Vector I
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Vulcan
see Vector I
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Mini Hawk
If the elasticated housing attachment flaps cannot be
sewn with a machine they should be stitched by
hand using wax thread. The attachment flaps must
face towards the centre of the container.
velcro
To enable the release unit cables to reach both side flaps, the pocket for the
processing unit should be mounted on the partition wall 6cm left of centre.
Route the release unit cable housings on the bottom of the container close to
the partition wall. The correct routing for the cable housings is underneath the
velcro patches on the side flaps. It is therefore necessary to remove the velcro
patches and reaffix them on top of the housing. The cable housing should be
sewn in position in addition to the use of its self adhesive backing.
Route the control unit cable direct to the right hand edge of the top flap. The
control unit can then be attached on the outside of the flap using either the
nylon fixing ties or the transparent pocket.
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Combination Tandem
If the elasticated housing attachment flaps cannot be sewn with a machine they
should be stitched by hand using wax thread. The attachment flaps must face
towards the centre of the container.
-
Position the processing unit so that the spare cable pocket is to the right.
Fix the self adhesive control unit housing as shown in the diagram, routing it
directly to the left hand edge of the top flap. The control unit can then be
attached on the outside of the flap using either the nylon fixing ties or the
transparent pocket.
The release unit housing is attached to the bottom flap in the form of an
inverted "T" underneath the kicker flap.
When packed, the release units should sit directly on top of the pilot chute.
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Sweethog
same as Vector II
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EOS
The diagram shows cover flap without the outside fabric cover
mounting of control
unit see next page
cut with hot knife
by apx. 1.5cm
reserve
container
partition wall
main
container
Installation of processing and release unit as for Vector I.

Using a hot knife make a 1.5cm cut in the underside of the double layered
cover flap close to the partition wall. The control unit should be pushed
through this hole and attached to the elastic strap using the fixing ties. Ensure
that the ties are knotted firmly whilst allowing some freedom of movement for
the control unit.
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EOS (continued)
knot tied behind

elastic strap
To activate Cypres the control unit is simply extracted from between the
double layers of the flap. The nylon fixing ties prevent complete removal, or
indeed, the possibility of the control unit vanishing into the bottom of the flap.
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Top Flyer V
This diagram shows the installation of the complete system.

sewn with a machine it
should be stitched by hand
using wax thread. The
attachment flap must face
to the left (towards the
centre of the container).
of the grommet.
Fix the control unit on the outside of the top flap using either the nylon fixing
ties or the transparent pocket. The control unit should be aligned as shown in
the diagram, i.e. at approximately 90 to the reserve ripcord housing.
(see also pages 46-47)
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Top Flyer VI
This diagram shows the installation of the complete system.
If
the
elasticated
housing
attachment
flap cannot be sewn
with a machine it
should be stitched by
hand using wax thread.
The attachment flap
must face to the left
(towards the centre of
the container).
of the grommet.
Top Flyers manufactured in 1992 or later and having a Vector II reserve pilot
chute can be treated in the same way as Vector II rigs.
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Pitt III (for round reserve)
same as Wonderhog
When the release unit is fitted in the base of a container for a round reserve, cover
the release unit(s) with a large piece of adhesive masking tape. Carefully cut a hole
(or holes) for the reserve loop(s) to pass through. These holes must be no smaller
than a one cent coin to prevent any possibility of masking tape being drawn into the
EOS loop hole. The masking tape is used to ensure that there is no possibility of the
reserve rigging lines becoming snagged on the release unit.
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Warp III with a round reserve
If the elasticated housing attachment flaps cannot be sewn with a machine they
should be stitched by hand using wax thread. The attachment flaps must face
towards the processing unit.
Position the release elements over the grommets on the bottom of the
container, perpendicular to the long axis.
Route the control unit cable to the top kicker flap as shown in the diagram.
Make a passage hole 1cm long using a hot knife.
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Warp III (continued)
When the release unit is

fitted in the base of a
container for a round
reserve, cover the release
unit(s) with a large piece of
adhesive masking tape.
Carefully cut a hole (or
holes) for the reserve loop
(s) to pass through. These
holes must be no smaller
than a one cent coin to
prevent any possibility of
masking tape being drawn
into the EOS loop hole. The
masking tape is used to
ensure that there is no
possibility of the reserve
rigging
lines
becoming
snagged on the release
unit.
Route the cable along the
underneath of the outer
reserve flap using a separate
piece of cable housing and
make a second 1cm incision
in the top pin flap (see
diagram).
Attach the control unit to the
reserve packing card pouch
using the transparent pocket.
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Centaurus
If the
elasticated
housing
attachment
flap cannot
be sewn with
a machine it
should be
stitched by
hand using
wax thread.
The
attachment
flap must
face to the
left (towards
the centre of
the
container).
Align the release unit (EOS) so that it lies at approximately 45 to the long axis
of the container, ensuring that the loop hole is in line with the right hand inner
edge of the grommet.
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Wonderhog
If the elasticated housing attachment

flap cannot be sewn with a machine
it should be stitched by hand using
wax thread. The attachment flap
must face to the left (towards the
centre of the container).
Position the release elements over the grommets on the bottom of the
container, perpendicular to the long axis.
Fix the self adhesive control unit housing as shown in the diagram, routing it
directly to the right hand edge of the top flap.
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71
Wonderhog (continued)
Due to the limited space available and to avoid confliction with the ripcord pins, the
control unit must be positioned in the extreme top right corner of the flap.
For the same reasons the control unit should be attached using either the nylon
fixing ties or the velcro strip.
Rigger's Guide
72
ACE
see Vector I
Rigger's Guide
73
NARO
see Vector I
Rigger's Guide
74
Excaliber
Same as Chaser, except:
The alignment of the two release elements is not perpendicular, but apx. 30 to the
long axis of the container, and routed from above and below as shown in the
diagram.
If the
elasticated
housing
attachment
flaps cannot
be sewn with
a machine
they should
be stitched
by hand
using wax
thread. The
attachment
flaps must
face towards
the top and
bottom left
hand corners
of the
container
respectively.
Rigger's Guide
75
Innovator II
as Vector I, except:
The cable to the release unit is routed underneath rather than through flap 1.
Rigger's Guide
76
Swift

attachment flaps cannot be
sewn with a machine they
should be stitched by hand
using
wax
thread.
The
attachment flaps must face to
the left (towards the centre of
the container).
Route the control unit cable housing directly to the top flap ensuring that it
passes underneath the cutaway cable housing.
The release unit housing is attached to the right hand flap in the form of a "T".
Rigger's Guide
77
Dual Hawk Tandem

flap with loops
attachment flaps cannot
be sewn with a machine
they should be stitched
by hand using wax
thread. The attachment
flaps must face towards
the
centre
of
the
container.
unit cable housing routed underneath the velcro strips

To enable the release unit cables to
reach both flaps, the pocket for the
processing unit should be mounted
centrally on the bottom of the container
with the spare cable pocket shortened
as shown in the diagram and flush with
the container's partition wall.
Rigger's Guide
78
Dual Hawk Tandem (continued)
Route the control unit cable direct to the right hand edge of the top flap.
Route the release unit cable housings on the bottom of the container close to
the partition wall. The correct routing for the cable housings is underneath the
velcro patches on the side flaps. It is therefore necessary to remove the velcro
patches and reaffix them on top of the housing. The cable housing should be
sewn in position in addition to the use of its self adhesive backing.
Rigger's Guide
79
Dual Hawk Tandem (continued)
Attach the control unit horizontally on the upper right corner of the cover flap using
the nylon fixing ties or the transparent pocket.
To secure the loops in the grommets we recommend the use of elastic retaining
patches. Alternatively, the Cypres loop support discs can be sewn directly to the flap.
Rigger's Guide
80
Vector Tandem
Tandem Vector I: see Vector I

Tandem Vector II: see Vector II
Rigger's Guide
81
Galaxy Tandem
see Vector I
LOR II: see page 56
Rigger's Guide
82
Zerox
see Vector I, not Vector II
Rigger's Guide
83
Swift II
Control unit and control unit cable like Swift I.
Route the first release element cable through the cable channel of the control
unit to the upper grommet in the pack tray.
Align this release unit (EOS) so that it lies parallel to the short axis of the
container like in the Tear Drop., ensuring that the loop hole is in line with the
right hand inner edge of the grommet.
Route the second release element cable like in the Vector II on the bottom
flap (flap # 1).
Align this release unit (EOS) so that it lies parallel to the short axis of the
container like in the Vector II.
Rigger's Guide
84
Eclipse
The processing unit is located in the middle of the partition wall so that the
spare cable pocket is to the right.
Control unit is located in an elastic pouch in the collar area of the rig. The
control unit is visible from the back of the rig. This installation can be done by
the rig manufacturer only. Rigs with factory set-up will have the control unit
located at this point.
On CYPRES retro-fits the control unit has to be installed on flap 6 next to the
reserve ripcord housing either in the clear plastic pocket or with the ties. See
Vector I for further information.
The cable housing for the control unit can be glued to the bottom of the
container or alternatively, the cable can be routed through the double fabric
layer of the bottom of the container, in which case a small 1/2 passage hole
must be but with a hot knife. See also Vector I. If you use the cable housing
we recommend to secure the channel with wax thread at the bottom and the
top.
The release unit should be mounted on the inner surface of bottom flap 2.
Please refer to Vector II section for details of attaching the release unit.
IMPORTANT: CYPRES can only be installed, when an original Eclipse

reserve pilot chute (part number E1000-2) is used.
Rigger's Guide
85
Vector III
Every Vector III should already be equipped with a factory Cypres set-up by
Relative Workshop.
In case you find a rig without the set-up, please contact the rig manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: Cypres can only be installed, when an original Vector II reserve

pilot chute is used.
Rigger's Guide
86
Dolphin
Every Dolphin should already be equipped with a factory Cypres set-up by

Altico.
In case you find a rig without the set-up, please contact the rig manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: Cypres can only be installed, when an original Dolphin free

bag is used.
Rigger's Guide
87
Prestige
-
Route the control unit cable housing trough the double skin of the container, it
must run vertically through the pack tray. Secure the cable with a couple of
loose tacks which will prevent sideways movement whilst allowing the cable to
flex. There is no need to make a hole for the cable at the top of the container.
It passes easily between the two nylon layers at the top of the pack tray.
Fix the control unit inside the collar area above the reserve container
horizontally using the transparent pocket. The control unit must not be allowed
to come into contact with the reserve ripcord housing. Note during packing:
When the top flaps are folded completely open (to insert the freebag, etc.)
make sure that the reserve housing does not smash or damage the display of
the control unit.
The release unit housing is attached to the right hand flap in the form of a "T"
(see drawing).
4
3
sewn together
partition wall
Rigger's Guide
88
Sidewinder
Same as Vector I, not Vector II.
The Sidewinder has got 5 reserve flaps (not 6 like the Vector I). The first side
flap above the pilot chute is flap 2. The cutter has to be installed on this flap.
Important: Leave adequate cable slack on the control unit cable at top of rig,
so it can't be stressed during packing.
Rigger's Guide
89
Orion

-
The order of flaps 3 and 4 can be reversed compared with the order normally
used by most manufacturers. In this case the cutter has to be mounted on
flap #4 (the right flap), and this flap has to be closed before the left one. The
closing sequence is then 1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6. It is useful to change the numbers
on the side flaps, this will help other riggers/reservepackers to close the
container in the correct closing sequence.
How ever the side flaps are numbered, the release element has to be
mounted on the right reserve flap which then closes before the left one.
cut for control unit cable channel
cable channel
Rigger's Guide
90
Should you wish to install Cypres in a rig for which no instructions are contained in
this manual, we will be happy to offer assistance and advice. Please provide as
much of the following information as you can:
1. Name of system
....................................
2. Manufacturer
....................................
3. Year of manufacture ....................................

4. Reserve canopy
....................................
Reserve container
If it is a system with internally mounted reserve pilot chute:
5. How many ripcord pins are used to keep the reserve container
closed?
6. How many flaps are underneath the pilot chute?
7. How many flaps cover the pilot chute?
If it is a two-pin reserve container:
8. What is the distance between grommets on the bottom of the container
(centre of hole to centre of hole)?
Reserve canopy
If it is a round reserve:
9. Is a diaper used?
10. Is it a short diaper?
11. Is it a long diaper?
If it is a square reserve:
12. Is the free bag used the original one belonging to the
container?
If it is a one-pin free bag:
13. Is it a "molar" type single grommet freebag as in the
Javelin?
If it is a two-pin free bag:
14. What is the distance between the two grommets
(centre of hole to centre of hole)?
Rigger's Guide
Airtec GmbH
Mittelstrase 69
33181 Bad Wnnenberg - Germany
Tel: +49 2953 98990
Fax: +49 2953 1293

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Riggers Guide for Installation

Accessories (1-pin Cypres)

Accessories (2-pin Cypres)

Installation of the control

Installation of control unit

Installation of control unit

published July, 1st 1995

Loop support discs

Sketch of loop attachment

Packing of 1-pin container

Packing of 2-pin container

Packing of 1-pin Pop Top

Packing of 2-pin Pop Top

Packing the reserve

published July, 1st 1995

One Pin Tear Drop

Installation in Jaguar/Mini Jaguar

Installation in Mini Hawk

Installation in Combination Tandem

Installation in Top Flyer V

Installation in Top Flyer VI

Installation in Pitt III

Installation in Warp III

Installation in Dual Hawk Tandem

published July, 1st 1995

Installation in Vector Tandem

Installation in Galaxy Tandem

Installation in Vector III

This only applies to equipment used in the USA.

published July, 1st 1995

Never ever install Cypres by trial and error.

Dieses Handbuch ist in deutsch erhltlich.

Cypres is a trade mark of Airtec GmbH (Ltd.)

Airtec GmbH, November 1992

published July, 1st 1995

The kit consists of:

Rigger's Guide for Installation Manual

Rigger's Guide for Installation Video

two soft bodkins

three Cypres pull-ups

three support discs

three 0.7 m sections of adhesive cable housing

five elasticated release unit housings

2 strips of velcro for fixture of control unit

50 m of Cypres loop material

two fingertrapping needles

1 container of silicone gel

1 running loop housing

1 pilot chute strap (for 2-pin Pop Top systems)

2 Cypres packing pins

2 control unit pockets

Cypres installation checklist

We would welcome any constructive comments based on rigger's experience in

published July, 1st 1995

At moment A the true altitude is

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