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• If the bumpers are not already installed, slide them over the links and onto the
lines. You can use a pull up cord to assist you in doing this.
• Attach the connector links onto the risers and tighten the links - finger tight.
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Perform a thorough line continuity check at this point, making absolutely
sure that the canopy is rigged correctly.
Immediately tighten finger tight, and torque to 20 inch / lbs (1.22927 N.m). To accurately gauge
this, place a 5 lb.(2.27 kg) weightonawrench,6 inches(15.2 cm) from the link. When the wrench
is horizontal and the barrel no longer turns, the link is fully tightened. Do not tighten more than
30 inch / lbs (1.8439 N.m). Clean off any excess thread lock with a clean, dry rag. Do not use water
or solvents.
Bring link bumper over link and hand tack with super tack cord or equivalent and tie off with a
surgeons knot as shown.
SLINKS
Instructions on installing Slinks, see page 26 - overleaf.
ATTACHING STEERING LINES TO TOGGLES
A mark is provided on the canopy control line which is the best location for the toggle. If the toggles
are above the mark the canopy will not have the forward speed it should and may not land well.
Attach the steering toggles according to the rig manufacturer’s instructions, if
they are compatible with the type of steering line used. Make sure that the instructions
are compatible for the type of steering line. Microline usually requires a different method
than Polyester or Dacron line. Knots that hold fine in Polyester or Dacron line may slip out
of Microline. Also be sure that the knot cannot get caught on the riser guide ring. Make sure the
installation is safe.
If no conflicting instructions are given by the rig manufacturer we recommend the following
methods. The methods shown work well for most popular toggles. If your toggles are different,
make sure that the method you use will work properly. (Instructions follow on pages 27-29)
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