Characteristics; Unpacking And Assembly - Niviuk Vital OCTAGON 2 Manuel

1. CHARACTERISTICS

1.1 CERTIFICATION
The OCTAGON 2 has successfully passed the European EN and LTF
certification (EN 12491:2001 / LTF 91/09). You can check the certifica-
tion results and figures at
1.2 WHO WAS IT DESIGNED FOR? PARACHUTE'S LIMITATIONS
This rescue parachute was designed for the paragliding activity only. It
must not be used nor deployed in velocities reaching over 32 m/s (115
km/h). It is expressly forbidden and can not be used in free-fall.
The maximum load for each side of the parachute is established
according to the certification requirements. The total weight (payload)
includes: person, clothing, accessories, glider, harness and parachute.

2. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

2.1 COMPONENTS
The OCTAGON 2 is delivered with:
• A parachute properly packed in a deployment bag.
• A deployment bag (pod) with central and lateral anchor.
• A 25 cm bridle.
• User's manual.
2.2 PROCEDURE
Check the condition of the parachute and the deployment bag, making
sure there are no abnormalities.
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2.3 HARNESS ASSEMBLY
We strongly recommend for the process to be supervised by an
authorized dealer or a professional instructor.
The OCTAGON 2 rescue is compatible with all NIVIUK harnesses.
Attaching the rescue parachute's bridle to the harness:
• A suitable screw-gate connector should be used, for example; 7mm,
square, Stainless Steel maillon (Maillon Rapide type).
• Connect the reserve parachute handle to the pod which will vary
depending on the harness model and reserve parachute pocket
location (center or side).
• Place the properly packed OCTAGON 2 inside the inside the reserve
parachute container.
• Fasten the deployment handle in its place.
• Close the reserve parachute container flaps, insert the safety pin and
check its operation.
• Harness models without an integrated reserve parachute pocket will
need to be outfitted with a corresponding outer container (front mount
or otherwise).
• Repeat the same steps to install an outer reserve parachute container.
CAUTION!
After installing the reserve parachute in its container, it is mandatory to
conduct a hang-test. Be certain for the handle to open all the container
flaps prior the parachute extraction while evaluating the force amount
exerted during the pull to jettison the rescue system.
After a conclusive outcome, reinstall the reserve parachute by following
the same procedure as before.