Niviuk Vital OCTAGON 2 Manuel page 8

7.3 OVERALL INSPECTION
An overall inspection will be made on the OCTAGON 2 rescue para-
chute to ascertain the following:
• Log record/parachute inspection data pocket and form.
• Thorough product assembly.
• Operational adequacy.
• Markings and stenciling.
• Foreign material and stains.
7.4 DETAILED INSPECTION
In addition to the overall inspection, a subsequent verification
follow-up will be performed on all component and parts in guidance
with the following criteria, as applicable:
• Metal:
Inspect for rust, corrosion, dents, bends, breaks, burrs, rough spots,
sharp edges, wear, deterioration; damaged, loose, or missing grommets,
safety pins, loss of spring tension.
• Cloth:
Inspection for breaks, burns, cuts, frays, holes, rips, snags, tears;
loose, missing or broken stitching or tacking; weak spots, wear, or
deterioration.
• Fabric tape, webbing, and cordage:
Inspect for breaks, burns, cuts, frays, holes, snags, tears, incorrect
weaving, and sharp edges formed from searing; loose, missing or
broken stitching, tacking, whipping, and weaving; weak spots, wear,
and deterioration.
• Rubber and elastic:
Inspect for burns, cuts, holes, tears, weak spots; loss of elasticity and
deterioration.
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7.5 AIRING
Before packing, the canopy should be aired, and ideally hung by its
apex from the ceiling for 6-24 hours in a cool, dry room.
7.6 PREPARATION
The packing area must be spacious, clean, smooth and dry.
7.7 LAYOUT
Affix the risers to a solid point using carabiners or rapid links.
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