OWNERS MANUAL STUDENT CANOPY COMMODORE
Maintenance of the main canopy consists of the periodical inspection, line change, and timely repair of
detected damages. If you have detected damages or anything suspicious, please contact your dealer
or rigger before making the next jump.
Recommended control frequency is once in 3 months or 50 jumps, whatever comes first. If canopy is
not stored properly it should be inspected more often.
During the inspection pay attention to the following:
1. Visually check the canopy for damages or defects of fabric, tapes and seams. Any burn or tear
should be patched (use of self-adhesive fabric is not acceptable). Large damages, requiring
replacement of entire part of design shall be fixed only by manufacturer.
2. Check if all Slider Stops are in place and their pockets are not damaged. There are four of
them – for each group of lines.
3. Check tapes on the canopy, where the lines are attached and respective seams.
4. Check order of the main and control lines and ensure that all connection points are stitched. If
lines are worn-out or have torn threads shall be replaced. Depending on the general condition
of the lines the whole lines set replacement may be required. Normally lines should be
replaced 1 – 2 times during the service life of the canopy. The main control lines are normally
replaced more often.
5. Check the condition of the connectors. Ensure they are tightened well. In case of soft links –
ensure their integrity.
6. Ensure the slider is correctly installed (reinforcement tape facing the canopy, pull-tabs towards
trailing edge). Check the inner surface of the grommets for the notches, sharp edges or rust.
Check condition of the slider fabric and reinforcement tapes.
7. Check the condition of the container following the instructions of manufacturer. Ensure
integrity of all the seams, check conditions of the metal parts for damages and rust.
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