APS Avalon Sport User manual

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AVALON
Sport / accuracy
MANUAL

AVALON
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WARNING
1. Proper training and/or experience are required to lower the risk of serious injury or death.
Never use this equipment unless you have:
A ) Read this warning label and appropriate owner's manual and packing instructions and
completed a “Controlled program of instructions” in the use of this parachute assembly
OR
B) Read this warning label and appropriate owner's manual and packing instructions and
completed at least 100 Ram-air parachute jumps.
2. Lower the risk of death, serious injury, canopy damage and hard openings by never
exceeding the maximum limits: 136 kg and 159 knots
Parachute systems sometimes fail to function properly even when correctly assembled,
packed and operated so that you risk serious injury or death each time you use this or any
parachute system!

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1. Technical specifications
1.1. Introduction
THE AVALON HARNESS CONTAINER MUST BE CHECKED AND ASSEMBLED
BY A QUALIFIELD RIGGER.
Before assembly, check the harness, container and all components, ensuring that the
Reserve and Main container sizes are compatible with the Reserve and Main canopies, and
deployment systems with which it is to be used.
1.2. Description
AVALON is an individual harness container
Main risers with three ring systems
Chest strap
Reserve Handle
Cut away handle
Leg adjusters
Leg straps
Leg pad
Reserve container
Main container
Hand deploy

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1.3. Marking and list of components
1.3.1. Labels on AVALON harness
These labels are located in a small pocket on the right shoulder of the container.
1.3.2 List of components
Item
P/N
Item
P/N
Reserve Pilot Chute
Reserve Free Bag
D Reserve Ripcord
Mini D Reserve Ripcord Pillow
Reserve Ripcord
D Reserve Ripcord (Marine eye)
D Reserve Ripcord,
Mini D Reserve Ripcord (Marine eye)
Mini D Reserve Ripcord,
Pillow Reserve Ripcord (Marine eye)
Pillow Soft Reserve Ripcord
Cutaway Handle
Skyhook RSL Lanyard Complete
Reserve Closing loop
Main closing loop
Reserve Toggles
P/N-010-001
P/N-010-003
P/N-011-001
P/N-011-002
P/N-011-003
P/N-011-005
P/N-011-005
P/N-011-006
P/N-011-007
P/N-011-010
P/N-011-012
P/N-012-001
P/N- 013-001
P/N-013-004
P/N-013-005
P/N- 014-001
Type-17 Velcro Mini Ring Main
Risers
Type-17 TruLok Mini Ring Main
Risers
Type-17 TruLok Mini Ring Main
Risers with Louie Loops.
Type-8 TruLok STD Large Ring Main
Risers
Main Trulok Toggles
Main Velcro Toggles
Main Deployment Bag
Static Line
Main Ripcord
Reserve Static line (RSL) Lanyard
RSL Universal Lanyard
P/N-015-001
P/N-015-002
P/N-015-004
P/N-015-003
P/N-014-002
P/N-014-003
P/N-010-003
P/N-013-006
P/N-013-
007 P/N-
013-002
P/N- 013-003
Main Pilot Chute-F-111-Centerline Handle options shown below. Sizes: 27”, 30”, 33”
Main Pilot Chute-ZP-Centerline Handle options shown below. Sizes: 27”, 30”, 33”

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1.4. Technical specification and limitations
1.4.1 Specifications and Limitations
The AVALON harness container is certified under SEA AS8015 standards.
It is produced in different sizes in accordance to the range of the different canopies.
AVALON harness must be used with TSO/EN certified reserve canopies. All canopies used
with AVALON harness container must meet the size and packing volume shown on the label.
Limitations:
Maximum Speed: 159 knots
Maximum weight is defined by the lower of the two: kg 136 (300 lbs)
Qualified Reserve deployment system: free bag with spring pilot chute
Packing: as specified in this manual
Main deployment system: Deployment bag with
hand deploy pilot chute. Static
line
1.4.2. Major Components & Accessories:
Cut away handle
Reserve D-handle Mini D-handle with metal cable Reserve ripcord and metal cable soft pillow

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Reserve Toggle Knife pocket left and right leg strap
For AVALON Sport-Accuracy version (AVALON - SP-AC) only
Anti-twist Pilot Chute attachment Main riser extension
Hips Rings and Leg strap type
Reversed Type Front Type

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2. Operating instructions
2.1. Assembly
2.1.1 Inspection before packing
1. Read and understand this manual and be qualified by proper instruction for sport
parachuting activities
2. Check both 3 –Ring releases to see that they are correctly assembled, and the release
handle is securely with Velcro to the main lift web
3. Check the main container closure for the correct pin position and the correct routing of the
bridle.
4. Check the reserve container for the correct pin closure and routing of the ripcord. Be sure
the reserve ripcord handle is well seated in its Velcro pocket.
5. The main pilot chute must be protected by its pouch, but the handle must be easily visible
and accessible
6. Ensure that the reserve and main canopy size is compatible with the harness-container and
deployment system with which it is to be used
7. Prior to assembly and/or packing a thorough inspection of the AVALON harness/container
must be completed.
- Reserve container
- Main container
- Harness
- All cable housings
- All stitching
- All grommets
- Reserve handle integrity and correct size fitted
- Cut away housing integrity and correct size fitted
- Reserve risers and deployment brake system
Check for any worn, damaged, corroded or incorrectly rigged components, which must be
repaired or replaced before the harness container is packed for use
For Reserve canopy installation, read and follow the instructions included in the Reserve
canopy instruction manual.
2.1.2. Reserve canopy assembly
If soft links are used follow the instructions below:
1 2 3 4 5 6

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Secure the Soft Link ring in the webbing pocket, and hand tack as shown
If you use connector links:
After canopy installation, don’t forget to tighten the connector links (Do not over tighten!).

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2.2 Reserve toggle assembly:
Pass the lower steering line through the rear riser ring
Pass the line through the toggle grommet and loop around the toggle. Pull tight.
Slide the toggle finger into the pocket. Slow the extra line and close the Velcro. Fix and
secure the toggle on the rear riser

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2.3 Reserve Canopy lines and risers connection
Connect front lines to the front risers.
Pass the lines through the slider grommets
Connect rear lines..
Pass the line through the slider grommets.
Connect the steering lines.
Pass the steering line through the rear slider
grommet and through the guide ring on the rear
reserve riser.
.
Slider Grommets
Soft link or
Connector link
Front risers

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Mandatory: Only use an AAD closure loop with the AVALON Harness/Container
To set the reserve closure loop and washer use the following method as shown:
Adjust the length and tighten the knot
2.4 AAD Unit installation
By installing the AAD follow the positions shown on the pictures
Insert the AAD into the pocket. Route the AAD control unit trough the backpack .

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Roll excess cable and cover it with the small flap. Then insert the cutter following the next steps (step 1,
step 2, step 3 , step 4 )
Insert the cutter under the smal belt and align the cutter hole with that of the closing flap.
2.5 Reserve Canopy packing
For packing of the Reserve Canopy, follow the Reserve canopy manufacturer’s WARNING,
instructions and recommendations.
For the closing of the Reserve Container follow the AVALON Manuals WARNINGS,
Instructions and recommendations. Packing of the Reserve Canopy and Container must be
completed by a qualified rigger.
step 1 step 2
step 3 step 4
cutter position

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Set the toggle into the lower steering line brake loop. Slide the toggle finger into the pocket.
Stow the extra line and close the Velcro. Fix and secure the toggle on the rear riser.
Prepare the reserve deployment bag shape as shown

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2.6 Fast opening Rescue System assembly ( FORS )
Prepare the RLS Lanyard
Lay the risers flat against the container wall and place the Free bag in the reserve container. Pass the
Reserve loops trough the Free bag grommet. Close flap #1.

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Fold the Reserve bridal as sown. Close flap #2 Check if the white FORS lanyard
is in place.
Pass the FORS connection loop trough the lanyard ring.
Back the FORS connection loop trough the bridal grommet and secure it with the FORS yellow cable.
FORS connection loop

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Fold the green marked part of the bridal and poke it into the green marked area.
Fold the red marked part of the bridal and poke it into the red marked area. Close flap #2A
Fold the rest of the bridal above flap #1. Pass the pull up cord cleanly through the pilot chute from bottom
to top plate and look the pilot chute in position with a temporary pin.

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To ensure proper AAD activation, make sure your loop is threaded through the AAD. Close Flap #3
Close Flap #4 and Flap #5
Install the reserve pin through the reserve cable eye. Insert the pin through the closing loop and poke it
under the protector pocket. Close the reserve top flap.

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2.7 Assembling AVALON container equipped with SkyHook :
If you want to use a Skyhook RSL with your reserve system please follow the installation
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the Skyhook RSL and only original parts may be
used. After You are ready with AAD Unit installation
Place the free bag into the reserve container and close Flap #1. Fold the bridal and close flap #2
Insert the green flex-tab on the freebag bridle into the green pocket on the second flap.
Lay the bridle over the second flap with the Skyhook facing up. Lift the Lexan cover slightly, rotate
the Skyhook enough to slip the loop on the end of the red Skyhook lanyard over the Skyhook, and
rotate back into position. The Skyhook should be held firmly in place between the two pockets.
Pic.#1. Now close flap 2 A of the container and place the rest of the bridle as shown (Pic.#2 and #3)
Continue closing the container. Pass the pull up cord cleanly through the pilot chute from bottom to top
plate and look the pilot chute in position with a temporary pin. To ensure proper AAD activation, make
sure your loop is threaded through the AAD. Close Flap #3 and after that close Flap #4 and Flap #5
Install the reserve pin through the reserve cable eye. Insert the pin through the closing loop and poke it
under the protector pocket. Close the reserve top flap.
Pic #1
Pic #2
Pic #3

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2.8 Main risers and toggles
Pass the steering line through the guide ring and Setting deployment brakes
connect the toggle to the steering line as shown
Left hand side Right hand side Lateral view Anti-twist hosing

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2.8 Main Canopy Packing
Prepare and pack your main canopy as per main canopy manufacturer manual.
Main container packing
Place the main risers along sidewalls inside external riser covers. After place the main deployment bag
into the container with lines facing down
At this stage adjust the closure loop length to suit the main canopy size.
!WARNING! Maximum force
exerted by the bridal on the
curved pin must not be more that
6 daN. For safety reasons the
minimum force exerted must not
be less than 4 daN.
After adjustment of the loop, pull
it till washer and knot are in the
webbing pocket.