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1. 13 3 Spares Reserves may only be repaired using certified materials All replacement materials must come from the manufacturer Inferior strength thread and fabric is frequently found in the field The only way to be sure that materials meet original standards is to purchase them from the factory ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 35 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL m Rev 00 none 13 4 Damage Damage may be classified into four categories 1 Not Significant Damage that may be left unrepaired Small snags and holes smaller than 3 mm one ripstop box located further than 25 40 centimeters from the closest line attachment may be left unrepaired as long as there are no more than one snag or hole in any 25 40 centimeters circle A maximum of three such snags or holes per cell are allowed Ripstop tape is not authorized for use on this reserve 2 Minor Repairs These may be performed by a FAA senior rigger FAA master rigger or foreign equivalent Any hole or tear up to 25 40 centimeters in length may be repaired by as long as the closest area of the completed repair is at least 2 54 centimeters from the nearest seam and at least 12 70 centimeters from the nearest tape or line attachment A maximum of 3 such repairs per panel or 15 p2. f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 1 LETTER FROM ICARUS CANOPIES eee eee eee ee sesso ee eee ee eese see see ses eseeeseee sees sesso eesee soe 4 2 PRODUCT DATA RECORD 2 20 7 353 52222269209902 692282 8 0092812289 9 50 88525228 008020 00x69 70560 125922522 TE gui E222 S0 poo 5 3 bl Vulg cce 6 4 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ee eee eee e eee eee eee ee eeesee eese ee see sese eeseees eese see ses eseeseeoe soe 6 5 REVISION LIS iicscsexsssanchtbcsscescsnzastae b sUveec ossa un papel d eve ea caia aa N eV aUe Us e La E Ue eve rev ea posa Dau a pa ea ve Ua veda E dE 6 6 DISCLAIMER NO WARRANTY iiiecuonasace cecusasEaS as eovcasaaG e v ocan e Ugz a Soc Vo Das a ToS e Eua FAR CES SV Or esReS ee PUEe 7 T GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL ee eee eeeseese eee e eere eere eese sese seseene 7 8 READ BEFORE ASSEMBLY OR USE u cecccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccees 8 9 MOXRNING DADBEBLuiieiccsoececeseszessusetesoeeswsnaesetz eezeo sens sve veszesees ess tiv ou sudes ec os e oves cU e ce Po vuP PITE Ee E coz esse bo epe Ce 9 10 PRODUCT INFORMATION 2 cccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccscccccccccccccccccoccocces 10 10 1 THE EVOLUTION FROM THE ICRUS RESERVE TO THE NANO eene eene rennes 10 10 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 55257 1r
3. descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 if you are unconscious Therefore it is NOT allowed to fly in the wing loading range above 1 325 Ib ft According to the US FAA certification limits it is forbidden to jump with this parachute with an exit weight exceeding 255 Ib 116 kg 10 6 Certification This reserve canopy has been tested and certified meeting the requirements described in the Aerospace Standard AS8015 Rev B It complies with all the requirements of the EASA ETSO C23d and the US FAA TSO C23d 10 7 Technical Specifications NANO Max EE W ergi Span Chord Aspect SCENE CNN La EIN wwo10 106 ea 140 as 142 won us 68 iso 153 NANO 126 126 167 162 Mano ias i45 66 180 72 NANO 160 160 96 zu 152 wwois ue 105 235 19 1 wwo193 193 us 255 20 0 wanozie zi us zs 65 213 NANO 235 235 116 255 68 22 1 wano 253 253 us 255 223 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 15 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL um Rev 00 none 10 8 Canopy Parts Attachment point Reinforcement Top Skin Rib Bottom Skin Upper Steering M a ae L Stabilizer K Bpicuc Atines Cascade J unction p C Lines St
4. may be revised at any time by ICARUS CANOPIES The only way to ensure that this manual is current for your canopy is to check periodically with ICARUS CANOPIES or check www icaruscanopies aero Page 6 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 We always welcome suggestions how to improve this publication If you feel parts are incomplete or hard to understand please let us know by writing or emailing us icarusorders eu icaruscanopies aero or icarusorders uSa icaruscanopies aero 6 DISCLAIMER NO WARRANTY Because of the unavoidable danger associated with the use of this parachute the manufacturer makes no warranty either expressed or implied It is sold with all faults and without any warranty of fitness for any purpose The manufacturer also disclaims any liability in tort for damages direct or consequential including personal injuries resulting from a defect in design material workmanship or manufacturing whether caused by negligence on the part of the manufacturer or otherwise By using this parachute assembly or allowing it to be used by others the user waives any liability of the manufacturer for personal injuries or other damages arising from such use If the buyer declines
5. molar shape to fit into a typical freebag Again the size of these folds should be determined by the rigger to distribute the bulk of the canopy appropriately for the container system being used Make the first S fold as shown taking care to keep equal tension on the lines ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 31 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev 00 none Many riggers use their knees in order to help maintain control of the initial fold and move into the position as shown From this position it is possible to carefully lift the pack job and verify that the center cell is centered and spread to the width of the pack job Page 32 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Then carefully make a second S fold as necessary to form the canopy into the proper shape to fit in the freebag At this point a molar strap may be installed to assist in the neat and orderly placement of the canopy in the freebag It is extremely important that the molar strap is removed once the canopy is i
6. side of the canopy is packed into the left side of the container and similarly the right side is packed into the right side of the container The center of the canopy should be centered in the container All the lines should be arranged up the middle of the pack job with the fabric neatly and precisely folded to each corresponding side This method allows for a wide variation in sizes and shapes of container systems and allows for container systems employing a through loop or molar deployment bag Trailing Edge Tail La Control lines Material between D lines line attachments only loaded ribs shown C lines a B lines g A lines Leading Edge Nose Riggers may employ a number of methods to achieve the results shown in this illustration As an example of this variation some riggers initially organize the canopy over their shoulder and others do the same organization on the floor Either method is permissible since this manual is not intended to show an exact method The end result is the important part of the packing procedure The packing should be neat orderly and precise as shown in the illustrations Riggers often use a number of tools to accomplish the packing of reserves The use of tools introduces the risk that a tool could be accidentally left in a pack job For this reason all tools used in the packing procedure need to be completely inventoried before packing At the end of the packing all tool
7. to waive liability on the part of the manufacturer buyer may obtain a full refund of the purchase price by returning the parachute before it is used to the manufacturer within 30 days from the date of the original purchase with a letter stating why it is returned 7 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL To reduce the unavoidable risk of serious injury or death you must obtain instruction in the use of this parachute from a competent and appropriately rated instructor before using this parachute for the first time It is beyond the scope of this manual to teach you how to deploy fly land or maintain this parachute This manual is meant to be a general guide only It does not replace or substitute for proper training and instruction Parachute associations around the world including the United States Parachute Association publish recommended procedures on learning to skydive and on using parachuting equipment We highly urge you to learn and follow these procedures Using this parachute without first receiving thorough and personal instruction increases the risk of serious injury or death Parachuting technology and procedures continue to advance rapidly ICARUS CANOPIES cautions that this manual may contain information that may not be correct or behind the current state of the art of parachute use For these reasons you must use qualified experts properly rated riggers and instructors to help you inspect assemble pack use and maint
8. NANO_rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 12 NANO RESERVE CANOPY PACKING THI S RESERVE CANOPY MUST BE INSPECTED AND PACKED BY AN AUTHORI ZED AND CERTI FI ED RI GGER ONLY 12 1 Setting deployment brakes L Remove any and all twists from the steering lines from the canopy down to the toggles 2 Pull the toggle until the brake setting loop passes through the guide ring on the rear riser 3 Insert the upper part of the toggle in the brake setting loop Insure that the brake is set below the guide ring as shown Pull the steering line through the guide ring 4 S fold the excess control line Secure the toggle and excess control line according to the instructions of the harness manufacturer ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 23 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL em Rev 00 none 12 2 Packing This reserve canopy is designed to be packed using a PRO pack method PRO is an acronym for Proper Ram air Orientation That simply means that the canopy is distributed in the container so that the left
9. RK X IN THE NEXT EMPTY BOX THIS CANOPY MUST RECEIVE A FABRIC PERMEABILITY TEST WITHIN EACH 25 JUMPS AND 40 PACKS DO NOT RERAOGK UNLESS THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE ME EN om MA X MAX OPERATING OPERATING WEIGHT SPEED THIS PARACHUTE IS APPROVED UNDER EASA ETSO C3 AND FAA TSO C234 ASBD15 Rev B 4 344 AVERAGE PEAK FORCE 12 KM APPROVED FOR USE WITH SINGLE HARNESS RESERVE PARACHUTE ASSEMBLIES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT A MAIN PARACHUTE RELEASE ONLY REMOVAL OF THIS LABEL VOIDS THE ETSO T50 AND ALL WARRANTIES Fearas ICARUS Canopies CA AOFP TE 5 WwWw icariscanoplies aero ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies Page 9 of 36 OWNERS MANUAL em Rev 00 none 10 PRODUCT INFORMATION The I CARUS NANO Reserve is an incredible addition to the wide array of products found in the ICARUS Canopies product line The SAFIRE 2 CROSSFIRE 2 EQUINOX OMEGA OMNI EXTREME VX and NEOS are able to be combined with the ICARUS NANO Reserve to offer a complete canopy package for every modern skydiver canopy pilot that provides security and dependability with an incredible low volume technology The ICARUS NANO Reserve IS engineered and produced using the highest construction standards and impressive performance that will s
10. RUS NANO Reserve canopy features an extra low pack volume as compared to other regular reserve parachutes Even better results than the traditional ICARUS Reserve canopy are obtained when talking about packing volume thanks to the use of 0 3 CFM low permeability high quality ripstop fabric SASPA T 34 PIA C 44378C Type IV together with its unique reinforced construction However exact pack volume can be affected by many things including environmental factors packing technique and even the number of pack jobs on the canopy The suspension lines are 725 lb Spectra with the lower steering lines made of 1000 Ib Spectra Line attachment points are secured with double bartacks for higher strength ICARUS NANO Reserve Spectra lines are coated to assure better protection during packing opening and after landing better resisting damage from bushes sand Velcro hook etc The ICARUS NANO Reserve slider includes an opening in the center and extra reinforcement to ensure fast and reliable openings The ICARUS NANO Reserve is manufactured under the highest Quality Control standards All materials and processes are thoroughly inspected and tested according to military standards MIL SPECS The manufacturing process is strictly controlled under ISO 9001 2000 NATO AQAP 2120 and EN9100 2003 for Aerospace Quality Standard EASA Part 21A G Page 12 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyr
11. RUS Reserve certification testing began in France at the independent test center CEVAP Centre d Essais en Vol A rotransport Parachutage in Toulouse D G A D l gation G n rale pour l Armement Minist re de la D fense From July to September 2003 CEVAP successfully completed all the test drops according to ETSO C23d certification requirements refer to EASA regulations for further detail Page 10 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 In November 2003 CEVAP issued the final test report concluding with the satisfactory completion of all ETSO C23d certification requirements stating that The reserve canopy PN 317523 1 Part Number for the ICARUS Reserve has a good flight behavior particularly during the landing phase In October 2005 with the completion of the certification process the EASA European Aviation Safety Agency issued the ETSO certificate for the I CARUS Reserve In January 2006 the FAA issued TSO approval for the ICARUS Reserve In July 2006 ICARUS Canopies began delivering I CARUS Reserve canopies to the market In February 2010 ICARUS Canopies began the process of developing a new weaving technique that would allow the use of 30 denier fabric therefore fal
12. Welcome to the I CARUS WORLD THE REALITY OF FLIGHT We would like to thank you for trusting ICARUS Canopies and its products By purchasing an ICARUS NANO RESERVE canopy you have made a choice for TECHNOLOGY QUALITY amp RELIABILITY Your ICARUS NANO RESERVE has been designed built tested and approved to today s highest industry standards established on the ETSO C 23d and TSO C23d for your Safety Whether your ICARUS NANO RESERVE canopy is brand new or used we strongly recommend that you and your rigger inspect with detail your ICARUS NANO RESERVE canopy and get familiar with its characteristics and workmanship quality With proper care and maintenance your ICARUS NANO RESERVE canopy should provide you many years of use and service Once again we would like to thank you for choosing ICARUS Canopies and its products Sincerely ICARUS Canopies Page 4 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 2 PRODUCT DATA RECORD CONGRATULATI ONS on selecting your new I CARUS Canopy Experience the true REALI TY OF FLI GHT Blue Skies CAUTI ON CHECK LINE ROUTING AND CONTI NUI TY AFTER ASSEMBLING ON RISERS I mportant Keep S N and DOM Date of Manufacture for record purposes and mai
13. accuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev 00 none 10 5 Permitted Wing Loadings Wing loading can be calculated as follows The jumper s total exit weight is the total weight in pounds of the jumper s body plus the weight of all the jumper s equipment including the parachute system itself normally 20 30 pounds and any additional equipment such as helmets cameras etc Wing loading is then determined by dividing the jumper s total exit weight in pounds by the surface area of the parachute in square feet Example A jumper who weighs 170 lb wearing his jumpsuit helmet and altimeter using a packed rig that weighs 25 pounds The jumper will have an exit weight of 195 pounds If this jumper jumps a 169 sq ft canopy he would have a wing loading of 1 15 pounds square foot 195 Ib 169 ft 1 15 Ib ft A wing loading lower than 0 5 Ibs ft is unsafe In unstable atmospheric conditions such as turbulence such a wing loading may not allow for sufficient pressurization of the parachute Additionally forward speed is reduced to the point that penetration into even light winds may not be possible Therefore the wing loading range below 0 5 Ib ft is NOT allowed A wing loading between 0 5 and 0 7 Ib ft is considered a light wing loading It is especially recommended for low experienced jumpers This wing loading may allow you to make small mistakes such as an early or late flare without severe consequences The par
14. achute is still a little bit sensitive to unstable atmospheric conditions such as turbulence In consideration of this even though other people might be jumping this wing loading should not be considered safe in unstable atmospheric conditions A wing loading in the range from 0 7 tol 1 lb ft is recommended for most jumpers The parachute will have the best overall performance within this range This wing loading establishes the best balance between properties like speed flare power reactivity and resistance to adverse atmospheric conditions A wing loading between 1 1 and 1 325 lb ft is ONLY allowed for very experienced jumpers who are aware of the dangers associated with flying a highly loaded reserve parachute Landing a parachute with this wing loading requires a high skill level especially in small landing areas at high density altitudes or in congested traffic areas At this wing loading even with a fully deployed parachute being unconscious or making an error of judgment during landing can still result in serious injury or even death A wing loading higher than 1 325 lb ft is unsafe because of the high descent rate even with a fully deployed canopy At this wing loading the parachute cannot be expected to save your life Page 14 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the
15. ain this parachute ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 7 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL m Rev 00 none 8 READ BEFORE ASSEMBLY OR USE Since parachutes are manufactured and inspected by people there is always a possibility that this parachute contains defects as a result of human error Therefore each individual component of the complete parachute system must be thoroughly inspected before their first use and before each use thereafter For a number of reasons parachutes suffer degradation through time and the damage may or may not be obvious Therefore parachute and aviation associations around the world have laws regarding repack and inspection cycles for parachutes Make sure that you are aware of the laws pertaining to you Inspections must be performed by a qualified and properly certificated rigger who has previous experience with this type of parachute This parachute should be immediately inspected if at any time it was exposed to any environmental factor that could cause damage Be aware that some chemicals will continue to degrade the materials this parachute is made of long after initial exposure If the ICARUS NANO Reserve canopy has been exposed to or stored in extreme humidity or became wet during a water jump or so ca
16. approximately the width of the freebag Fold under all the fabric above the A lines to achieve the desired width Take care to not disturb the neat distribution of the lines up the middle of the pack job Repeat the folds symmetrically on the other side If the slider is disturbed during this process ensure that it is again pushed up against the slider stops and distributed symmetrically ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 29 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Page 30 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 At this point three cells of the nose should extend from each side of the pack job Count the cells at the nose and verify that the previous step did not pass any fabric around any portion of the nose of the canopy S fold the nose under the canopy as shown to the width of the remainder of the canopy Repeat for the other side Now the width of the canopy should be approximately the same as the width of the freebag being used The remaining folds will form the canopy into a
17. at each of these points are complete and free of any loose or broken stitches 11 4 Control Lines Check the control lines for signs of damage or wear Give extra attention to the brake setting loop Again check that all bartacks at each of these points are complete and free of any loose or broken stitches 11 5 Slider Check the fabric for tears or other damage Make sure the grommets are undamaged have smooth edges and are firmly attached to the reinforcement tape 11 6 Slider bumpers Check the slider bumpers for any signs of damage or wear ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 21 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL m Rev 00 none 11 7 Canopy 11 7 1 Slider Stops The slider stops should be in good condition and are not allowed to show any sign of wear 11 7 2 Fabric Methodically inspect all pieces of fabric including the top and bottom surfaces as well as the ribs for holes rips stains and broken stitches along all of the seams 11 7 3 Tapes and reinforcement Check the tapes for any signs of wear or damage Check the stitching of every tape to ensure that it is securely attached to the fabric along its entire length 11 7 4 Crossports Check the crossports for any signs of wear or damage Page 22 of 36 ICARUS_
18. atisfy the current demands of this generation of skydivers ICARUS Canopies has successfully completed the ETSO C23d by EASA European Aviation Safety Agency and TSO C23d FAA testing and certification process complying with the latest and highest requirements for safety and performance in the industry The outstanding strength and reliability of the ICARUS Reserve has been maintained however through innovation and enhancing the weaving process we are able to offer an important bulk reduction within ICARUS NANO Reserve The trust and effectiveness of the traditional I CARUS Reserve canopy has been complemented with high resistance low bulk materials to assure the same high caliber of safety with an increased ability to install the ICARUS NANO Reserve into smaller containers ICARUS Canopies has gone again ONE STEP AHEAD and has designed a state of the art wing that provides swift accurate and reliable opening as well as incredible flight characteristics for a reserve canopy Aside from the amazing opening and flight characteristics the landing performance is unparalleled making the ICARUS NANO Reserve the complete package from deployment to touch down The ICARUS NANO Reserve is the canopy you want to have your back in an emergency 10 1 The Evolution from the I CARUS Reserve to the NANO In 1999 ICARUS Canopies began the ICARUS Reserve project in order to fulfill the market demand for a high quality Reserve canopy In May 2002 ICA
19. d FAA Rigger or foreign equivalent begins installation be sure the risers toggles freebag pilot chute harness container and other items are compatible with this reserve canopy All components must fit and work properly The use of incompatible components makes it illegal to assemble the system and voids the manufacturer s responsibility 10 11 1 nstallation Procedure The connections between the canopy and the container system consist of four links and 2 steering lines VI At the factory the links are assembled onto a card identifying each link and steering line This is to be used as a guide only It is the responsibility of the assembling inspecting rigger to verify that each link is connected to the proper riser and each steering line is connected to the proper steering toggle Before securing the links fully check line continuity Ensure that each line group passes through the correct slider grommet and there are no twists tangles or knots in the lines To lock the metal connector links tighten the barrels completely by hand until the thread is fully covered Then tighten them with an additional turn using an adjustable wrench or similar tool Mark the position of the barrel This mark can be used in future inspections to insure that the barrel has not loosened It is permissible to substitute connector links as long as they are compatible with the container all four connector links are of the same type and they are all c
20. e the equipment must be removed from service If the parachute or any of its components has been submerged in salt water during a period of more than 24 hours it must be removed from service If the parachute or any of its components has been submerged in salt water during a period less than 24 hours upon removal from the salt water it must be immediately rinsed in fresh water In this circumstance if the parachute is not immediately rinsed in fresh water it must be removed from service The entire parachute should only be washed when necessary to remove contamination If only a small area of the parachute is affected by contamination it is preferable to spot clean only the affected area Always use fresh water and never twist rub or otherwise manipulate the fabric or lines in the cleaning or drying process When drying a parachute never use any source of heat Dry the parachute in a well ventilated area away from sunlight f the parachute is suspended for drying it must be suspended symmetrically by the tail by each of the load bearing ribs Never expose the parachute or its components to any source of ultraviolet light especially direct sunlight 13 2 Repairs I n addition to any required certifications persons performing repairs to this NANO reserve canopy must possess authentic factory replacement components and the necessary skills and equipment to return the canopy to service in a condition equal to its original
21. eering Line Q Brake Set Loop Slider Lower 2 Steering Line Brake to Toggle Connector Links O b Risers Toggle Page 16 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 10 9 Line Trim Measurements Length n Y I Width SLIDER Trailing Edge Tail D2 D3 D4 D4 D3 D2 Cell 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Leading Edge me A Lines B Lines C Lines D Lines 2260 2320 247 4 264 7 2552 522 666 44 0 E BE R amp AER eee BE B 113 245 0 2514 267 9 2863 2755 549 711 470 _ 261 6 75 1 282 1 289 3 307 9 3286 3150 600 800 529 301 4 55 9 193 3361 3445 3661 3901 3726 674 929 614 360 5 65 3 235 253 3924 402 0 426 7 4542 4325 751 1064 703 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 17 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev 00 none 10 10 I nstallation Requirements Before a certifie
22. er canopy are allowed 3 Major Repairs These may be performed by a FAA master rigger or foreign equivalent Any repair to line tape or webbing damage is considered a major repair FAA Master riggers or their foreign equivalent may perform repairs that do not involve taking apart any bartacks on the canopy Special bartack patterns and thread types are used Any other type of bartack will affect the strength of the parachute In addition removal and replacement of these stitch patterns usually weakens the fabric to the point that it is necessary to replace portions of panels 4 Factory Repairs These repairs may only be performed by the manufacturer Factory repairs include all repairs that are not specifically listed as minor or major repairs If there is any doubt that a canopy can be returned to service in a condition equal to its original construction standards it must be returned to the factory for repair 13 5 Storage Textile and other materials used in the construction of this parachute can be affected or damaged by natural elements During periods while the parachute is not used the parachute must be stored in a place where the temperature is kept between 15 C and 22 C 59 F and 72 F Relative humidity must be kept between 1596 and 7296 Furthermore the parachute must be protected from Ultra violet radiation sunlight Acid and corrosive chemicals car or golf cart batteries Gnawing animals or i
23. ere should be three major folds of fabric First is the A B fold which is the material between the A and B lines followed by the B C fold and the C D fold If it is not already there the canopy should now be neatly laid on the floor nose facing the floor with the tail on top Page 26 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies eu Th qc r te OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Now precisely neaten the folds of the canopy For each grouping of lines count and verify that all lines are neatly grouped in middle and the A B B C and C D folds are neatly and precisely folded to each side Neatly flake the tail of the canopy grouping the steering lines in the middle and making folds of material to each side maintaining a constant width for each fold Stop flaking when you reach the middle of the center cell and repeat the procedure for the other side of the canopy ICARUS_NANO_rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 27 of 36 ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev O none Upon finishing the flaking of the canopy verify that the tail is evenly spl
24. ertified for use under TSO C23d to operational limits exceeding the operational limits of the reserve parachute If substitute links are used they need to be installed in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the links Page 18 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Always follow harness container manufacturer s instructions detailed on their manuals Following we provide a general example of how to connect the steering toggles for referential purposes only 1 Inspect the entire length of the control lines checking that they are not tangled with any of the suspension lines 2 Insure that the control lines pass through the corresponding rear grommet on the slider 3 Passthe control line through the corresponding guide ring on the rear riser 4 Pass the end of the control line through the grommet of the steering toggle from the rear to the front 5 Passthe lower part of the toggle through the loop at the end of the control line ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 19 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may co
25. ight 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 10 3 Selecting the appropriate I CARUS NANO Reserve canopy To select the appropriate ICARUS NANO Reserve size for a jumper several factors must be taken into consideration Some of these factors are legal limits and must be respected To select the appropriate ICARUS NANO Reserve size first and foremost consider the jumper s MAXI MUM EXIT WEIGHT Make sure that the jumper s MAXI MUM EXIT WEIGHT complies with the certified one for each ICARUS NANO Reserve canopy size in accordance with FAA TSO C23 d and EASA ETSO C23d requirements The MAXIMUM EXIT WEIGHT for a reserve canopy size is a legal limit This parachute was tested under US FAA TSO C23d and EASA ETSO C23d to maximum exit weights of 255 Ib 116 kg It is forbidden to use any ICARUS NANO Reserve parachute with an exit weight exceeding the MAXI MUM EXIT WEIGHT for which each canopy is certified The MAXIMUM EXIT WEIGHT is detailed on the warning label sewn on each ICARUS NANO Reserve in the ICARUS NANO Reserve manual and in all product documentation that can be found in the ICARUS Canopies website www icaruscanopies aero Other important factors to consider include the jumper s level of experience Level of experience may vary from person to person and depends also on number of jumps type of jum
26. it so that the label is centered on the top of the pack job Once the fabric is neatly flaked and folded again verify that all the line groups are neatly up the center of the pack job Packing weights or clamps may be used to keep the organization of the pack job All tools used in the packing need to be counted before and after the pack job to ensure that no tools are left in the canopy From this point take care to ensure that the organization is maintained until the canopy is in the freebag Page 28 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Now pull the slider all the way up to the canopy placing it symmetrically against all four slider stops Flake the slider to each side between the line groups and neatly organize the fabric The following section gives general guidelines for folding the canopy to fit into a freebag Because of the variation in size and shape of container systems freebags from different container manufacturers will of necessity vary in shape and size The exact amount of material in each fold of the canopy will then have to vary so that the material is distributed to fit in the freebag and container being used First reduce the width of the reserve pack job to
27. ling under the same TSO as its predecessor and still the same resistance and reliability of the ICARUS Reserve while significantly lower volume In February of 2012 ICARUS canopies concluded the search as a result of finding the manner in which to weave 30 denier fabric that packs 30 significantly smaller than the previous I CARUS Reserve In September 2013 ICARUS Canopies releases the I CARUS NANO RESERVE 10 2 Product Specifications The ICARUS NANO Reserve is a 7 cell canopy made of low porosity fabric and Spectra lines for reduced pack volume Sizes are available from 99 to 253 sq ft no custom sizes The ICARUS NANO Reserve is only available in WHITE The ICARUS NANO Reserve is designed and constructed as a low aspect ratio 7 cell parachute with a square planform for stability during opening flight and landing exhibiting predictable behavior throughout its entire flight The ICARUS NANO Reserve exceeds the requirements of the Aerospace Standard AS8015B the FAA TSO C23d and the EASA ETSO C23d The rugged construction uses additional reinforcement chordwise spanwise throughout the nose and at all line attachment points ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 11 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL m Rev 00 none The ICA
28. lled water swoop landing the ICARUS NANO Reserve canopy must be unpacked aired and dried inspected and repacked before the next use Regular and thorough inspections are necessary to maintain the structural integrity reliability and last but not least the flight characteristics of this reserve parachute Ensure that you know the entire life history of every single part of your parachute system Page 8 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies Th 3 r te OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 9 WARNI NG LABEL Warning label on ICARUS NANO Reserve canopies can be found on the center top surface by the tail WARNING THIS S A HIGH PERFORMANCE PARACHUTE EVEN NORMAL USE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TRAINING PROFICIENCY AND SKILL ARE REQUIRED TO LOWER THE RISK READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL MANUFACTURER S MANUALS RECOMMENDATIONS PROCEDURES PLACARDS AND LIMITATIONS PARACHUTE SYSTEMS SOMETIMES FAIL TO OPERATE CORRECTLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY MANUFACTURED ASSEMBLED PACKED AND OPERATED YOU RISK SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH EACH TIME YOU USE THIS SYSTEM CANOPY HISTORY LOG EACH TIME THIS CANOPY IS PACKED BUT HAS NOT BEEN JUMPED MARK A DIAGONAL BAR IN THE NEXT EMPTY BOX EACH TIME THIS CANOPY IS PACKED AFTER IT HAS BEEN JUMPED MA
29. n the freebag A forgotten molar strap can result in failure of the NANO reserve canopy to inflate Again all tools need to be counted before and after the pack job to ensure that no tools are left in the canopy The ears of the molar pack job may need to be reduced in length to fit in the freebag This can be accomplished by folding or compressing the ears to achieve a uniform distribution of fabric in the freebag The end result is a canopy neatly folded distributed evenly and formed into a shape that can be placed into a freebag according to the container manufacturer s instructions ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 33 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev 00 none At the completion of each step of the packing process count all tools and check against the original tool inventory This must be done to ensure that no tool is left in the canopy The exact method of bagging the canopy and stowing the lines will vary to some degree according to the freebag design and construction The container manufacturer s instructions will provide details pertaining to the freebag and line stowage method Take care when stowing the lines Many freebag designs use Velcro to secure lines within a pouch All Velcro hook should be covered with a
30. ndeesaenwens 21 11 4 SUSPENSION LINES uiiccssavenseasvinnandtanvewsinnuinoenadleaaslenueausionandlnenvewsausucanadeanelenseasninaanduuabeusaudsoanathandevencsens 21 11 5 redu ie MID eee eee ee eee ee er eee ns eR eee ee eee ere 21 11 6 VI BIP D MP A A EAE O A A EE O A E E E 21 11 7 CANODD ea E EE 22 LIC AUNT D 22 II 2 rior oa 22 11 7 3 Tapes and reinfoOrcemehlt iss etr E ERREUR E ERES e ANTEA S SERRE TIRE Red ainsi 22 11 7 4 E QI C 22 12 NANO RESERVE CANOPY PACKING e eee eee ee eee eee eee eee esee se eese seese sees esses ese eeeeeseene 23 PAP SETTING DEPLOYMENT BRAKES ccccscoccsceccsceccsceccsceccscscascecascscaseecsscscssescssoscecascesasescasescesecs 23 12 25 PAT aa 24 13 MAINTENANCE croc ceca ta 35 13 1 Gi BI hic Hxu m S 35 13 2 PREPA T EE E E E 35 13 3 PAPE eei E E EEO 35 13 4 DAN OP a E E AAA EAEE AA AA EA 36 13 5 TOR a el ONERE E E A eaceesioet 36 ICARUS_NANO_rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies Page 3 of 36 OWNERS MANUAL em Rev 00 none 1 LETTER FROM I CARUS CANOPIES Dear Customer
31. nrpxESorpES EE Ug gets Sez A A bo a AA born So PUFR VI Han HE UD RENS 11 10 3 SELECTING THE APPROPRIATE ICARUS NANO RESERVE CANOPY cccecescececcsceccececescceecs 13 10 4 OPERATIONAL LIMITATIONS eresas oc ccccsineseniesseraaesodietsdciansgme cee einasceiod NUN S eniontda ein icienl dosnneeottianeee 13 10 5 PERMITTED WING LOADINGS ooccicceledcececdeccescabewceideseaseuccheusdelencvedbe tas bvddesecesiacschuud doses Eae iaaa 14 10 6 iuis due NR 15 10 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION S aueusoesDismuss ose toumdpcdoptenMEIEd UP EbID PosUMMM UM PER EAA DE D IC ELS NEUE 15 10 8 Gu OY u CERTE 16 10 9 LINE TRIM MEASUREMENTS erotico intend u ee pde Eve ee auo PER Y Exod Uus d tuU gEe Ufa Evae o d aE Esa Euer saebedetteabvedadedes 17 10 10 INSTALLATION REQUIBEMENUES 5 pinidana Ee Tiro Suit d budpE ae ptas cui a Papi oe yat p eden ues e Ua 18 10 11 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 555 25 ee rascedet vonubre i Fase UReE Vat nied Pascale vesuokn Sas UReE vuv pud Paw ce lue vus DEN ES 18 PB Ban hd us ed uio e 21 11 1 COMPATIBILITY CHECK gssieconcecseudesveonceseadowcenentennesvndouddunivedeslnadoncenenewnnsalundosddacpitondesnedieceveneeunesends 21 11 2 CONNECTION TO THE HARNESS cccsceccececcsceccsceccecuccececcececescececsctecscesescucescesescscescscesencesences 2l 11 3 SLIDER BUMPERS scscsccchsncsndeosdnaahdleonviewdauunoenudbnnlewueausenandlvenvieuseuuioansdeansleueaassensndlnnaveusauuaceuadha
32. nsects mice grasshoppers During the periods of regular use when packed it is acceptable to store the parachute assembly inside a bag in a place free of humidity and gnawing animals or insects Page 36 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies
33. ntain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev 00 none 6 Pull all excess line through the toggle until the loop is taut Page 20 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 11 INSPECTION 11 1 Compatibility Check Before you begin be sure the risers toggles free bag pilot chute harness container and other items are compatible with the reserve canopy and each other All components must fit and work properly If any of the components do not fit or function properly they are not compatible making it illegal to pack the system 11 2 Connection to the Harness Check for proper assembly of all the suspension lines onto each corresponding connector link If it is a metal link check that the match marks on the barrel and link are aligned Inspect the condition of the links for any damage or any sharp edges Any damaged link must be replaced by an identical certified link If it is a soft link check that it is installed correctly as OTEC870029 Soft Link Installation Instructions 11 3 Suspension Lines Check each line for any signs of damage or wear Give extra attention to the cascade points and the attachment loops to the canopy and the connector links Check that the bartacks
34. ntenance of your canopy none Canopy Model ICARUS NANO Reserve Date of Manufacture DOM ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 5 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL om Rev 00 none 3 WARNING N WARNING READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY PRIOR ASSEMBLING PACKING AND OR USING YOUR ICARUS CANOPIES NANO RESERVE PARACHUTE THE I CARUS NANO RESERVE MUST BE INSPECTED AND ASSEMLED BY A QUALI FI ED AND PROPERLY RATED RI GGER WARNING Each time you use this parachute you risk bodily injury and death You may reduce this risk by A Assuring every component of the complete parachute system has been assembled and packed in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions B By obtaining proper instruction in the use of this parachute and the rest of the equipment and C By operating each individual component of the system in strict compliance with the owner s manual and safe parachuting practices Anyway sometimes parachute systems fail to operate properly even when properly assembled packed and operated so YOU DO RISK SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH EACH TI ME YOU USE THE SYSTEM 4 STATEMENT OF COMPLI ANCE The policies contained herein comply with the Federal Aviation Regulations Part 21 5 REVISION LIST This manual
35. piece of Velcro pile prior to stowing the lines These Velcro covers should be considered tools and counted before and after packing just like any other tool Take care to avoid any contact between the lines of the canopy and any Velcro hook used in the freebag Contact with Velcro hook can damage the lines and care must be taken to avoid this sort of damage Once the lines are stowed be sure to remove any Velcro covers and securely mate any Velcro used on the freebag Page 34 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter ICARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies fr ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 13 MAI NTENANCE If during storage transport or normal use of the equipment the humidity index is over the usual limits see Chapter 14 5 Storage or if the parachute either packed or unpacked has been exposed to extreme climatic conditions the equipment must be aired properly to avoid any damage to any of its components 13 1 Cleaning In the event of contact with any substance that could contain acid or any other corrosive substance the equipment must be removed from service until the exact nature of the substance can be identified If the substance could not be identified or if the normal repair procedures could not eliminate all the rest of the chemical or acid substanc
36. ps basic and additional training and jumper s skills Drop Zone physical placement elevation winds weather ground conditions etc should also be considered All these factors influence the performance of any given main and reserve canopy We recommend selecting the ICARUS NANO Reserve canopy size as similar as possible to the main canopy for safety considerations 10 4 Operational Limitations Deployment speed is limited on all sizes to 150 KTAS at mean sea level The ICARUS NANO Reserve was designed to operate and function within these specific weight and speed parameters while oriented in a belly to earth body position Some body positions during freefall i e head down stand up long dives etc may enable the user of this parachute to reach speeds beyond those for which the equipment has been designed and tested In the event of a premature or unintentional deployment while in these body positions you risk any all of the following Extremely hard openings Equipment failure Light to severe injuries Death Never exceed the operational speed or weight limits of the parachute system You should avoid deploying in an attitude that the equipment was not designed for ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 13 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain in
37. s need to again be counted to eliminate the possibility that a tool is left in the reserve pack job Page 24 of 36 ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies f ce ri OWNERS MANUAL Rev 00 Again verify line continuity from the risers through the slider grommets to the canopy The following illustration distinctly shows the A B C and D line groups as well as the steering lines The nose of the canopy should be split so that 3 cells are arranged to each side and the middle cell is spread open When arranging the canopy over the shoulder the nose should face the rigger When the canopy is on the floor the nose should face the floor ICARUS NANO rev 00 Owners Manual Letter Page 25 of 36 I CARUS Canopies S L ICARUS Canopies Inc Copyright 2006 www icaruscanopies aero This document has no contractual value and in some cases the descriptive content may contain inaccuracies OWNERS MANUAL md Rev O none Continue flaking the material between the line groups to achieve the PRO distribution Carefully group each line group in the middle ensuring that the center cell remains centered and the folds of fabric passing between the line groups are distributed evenly and neatly to each side As shown in the diagram th
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