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8.2 Important notes for users
• CYPRES must not be used for parascending
or paragliding/sailing.
• CYPRES cannot be used for base jumps (jumps
from xed objects), and must be switched off
prior to making a base jump.
• A Student, Expert, Speed or Wingsuit CYPRES
will not activate if the aircraft is exited before it
reaches 1500 feet (450m) above the aireld and
intended DZ. In case of a Tandem CYPRES
3000 feet (900m) must be reached.
• A two canopy scenario can be generated via a
CYPRES activation, if the main deploys too low.
• CYPRES is shielded against radio transmitter
signals. Extreme concerted efforts have been
taken to protect CYPRES 2 from „radio pol-
lution“. Although the extraordinary shielding
system of CYPRES 2 has been investigated
thoroughly, it is impossible to have 100%
protection. It is still recommended to avoid
strong radio transmitters. Please contact Airtec
if you have questions.
•
A release unit that has activated builds up a high
internal pressure and will remain pressurized.
Never attempt to open it by force. It can, how-
ever, be stored safely for an indenite period
of time, provided that it has not been damaged.
• The reserve container closing loop must be
under tension, caused by the pilot chute spring,
of at least 10 pounds (approx. 5 kg).
• 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 been
Airtec tested and subsequently qualied by the
h/c manufacturer in collaboration with Airtec.
Typically the rig manufacturer delivers these
pilot chutes with the rig. If in doubt, please
contact your h/c manufacturer.
• Don‘t forget: After water contact shut your
CYPRES 2 off immediately and change the lter.
• Make sure that the reserve closing loop passes
through the cutter’s passing hole.
Verify settings: After changing settings as described in
chapter 4.4.2 and following, switch the unit ON and verify the
settings within the unit information sequence (see chapter 4.5)
Wrong settings can cause injury or death.
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