ICARO SQUARE Light 90 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TIPS FOR YOUR OWN SECUITY.......................................2
TO GET TO KNOW YOUR SQUARE LIGHT ......................3
WHAT TO DO WHEN IT HAPPENS?..................................4
PACKING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................5
CARE, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR...............................9
TERMS OF THE GUARANTEE.........................................10
ANNEX...............................................................................11
ICARO paragliders
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Congratulations on buying your SQUARE light rescue
system and welcome to the family
of ICARO - pilots!
Before you get to know your system please read the
manual which includes important information.
This manual gives you information on the entire specific and general
characteristics of the SQUARE light.
All technical data and instructions in this manual were drawn up with great care.
ICARO Paragliders cannot be made responsible for any possible errors in this
manual.
Should you decide to sell this rescue system later, please pass on this manual to
the new owner.
No guarantee of any kind can be made against accidents, injury, equipment
failure, and/or death. It is assumed that the pilot is in possession of the necessary
qualifications and provisions of any relevant laws are observed.
The use of this rescue system is entirely at your own risk.
Every pilot bears the responsibility of his/her own safety. The manufacturer or
distributor assumes no responsibility for accidents occurring while using it.
Do not fly unless you are personally willing to assume all risks inherent in the sport
of paragliding and all responsibility for any property damage, injury, or death,
which may result from use of this paraglider.
It is strictly prohibited to use the SQUARE light
•beyond the maximum recommended weight
•with damaged canopy, lines, connection belt or seams or
•without regular check (check interval).
This rescue system was developed exclusively for
paragliding, must not be used as a parachute jump and is
not suitable for use at speeds of more than
32 m/s (115 km/h).
This system has been tested and found compliant using
the original manufacturer´s inner container. Use of any
other inner container may produce different results,
including failures.

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Our products are manufactured with the greatest care using state-of-the-art
technology. Before delivery to our dealers and flight schools, each individual
rescue device is individually tested by ICARO paragliders.
Important information in this manual is written in fat cursive writing.
Any important changes to this manual will be published in our homepage
(www.icaro-paragliders.de).
Should you decide to sell this rescue system later, please pass on this manual to
the new owner.
Each alteration (lines, canopy) is dangerous, and reactions are not predictable.
Your glider will lose its pattern test result and guarantee.
The manufacturer or distributor assumes no responsibility for accidents occurring
while using it.
Every pilot must ensure that the rescue system is properly checked at regular
intervals.
When our reserve parachutes leave production, they are within the permissible
tolerance range. This is very narrow and must not be changed under any
circumstances, as this means that the optimal relationship between performance
and safety is no longer guaranteed, no longer corresponds to the type-approved
rescue parachute and is therefore no longer type-approved.
Environmental aspects
The materials of which a paraglider is made require a special
waste disposal. So please send disused gliders back to us.
We will care about a professional waste disposal without
costing for you.
Please do our nature-near sport in a way which does not
stress nature and environment!
Please do not walk beside the marked ways, do not leave
your litter, do not make unnecessary loud noises, and respect
the sensitive balance in the mountains.
Especially at the launch site consideration is needed!

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To get to know your SQUARE light
Technical data
90
110
130
Certification number
EP_343.2023
EP_344.2023
EP_345.2023
Area (m²)
18,75
22,9
27,2
Middle line length (mm)
4660
5150
5610
Weight with Container (kg)
0,9
1,05
1,2
Volume of the packed RS (ccm³)
2600
2900
3700
Minimum payload (kg)
60
73
87
Maximum payload (kg)
90
110
130
Sinking rate / maximum payload (m/sec)
< 5. 5
Material
Canopy: Nylon 6.6, 22 dTEX
Lines: Edelrid Dyneema / Edelrid PAD
Riser: Liros Dyneema line 5 mm
Packing interval
Min. 1 x / year
Check interval
2 years after each use
Operation time
Maximum 10 years, also without use
The SQUARE light is a manually deployable rescue system, is suitable paragliding
pilots in an emergency, is made by high quality light materials, has a quadratic
canopy with middle line which pull down apex and is NOT STEERABLE.
Rescue systems from ICARO are characterized by a high level of reliability and
maximum material strength. Fastest inflation while maintaining moderate sink
rates are features of these systems.
The material is produced with air-permeable, tear-resistant, stretch-resistant fabric.
There are bands sewn into the main seams to strengthen the canopy. The base
and side edges are reinforced with bands. The apex is pulled. The lines are
grouped into a strap. This strap generates the connection between rescue system
and harness.
The rescue system is sewn to NATO standards which means that all rescue
systems are sewn by professionals and delivered only after inspection and
approvals.
The specially designed inner container prevents the lines cannot get caught up in
the cap and the opening speed is accelerated with this inner container.
When using a different inner container is important to ensure that the rescue
system can be thrown without deceleration.
What to do when it happens?
If you find yourself in an uncontrollable situation in the air pull hard on the
deployment handle. This will open the outer reserve container and release the
reserve parachute.
Then throw the reserve package forcefully away from you. As the suspension lines
become tight, the container will fall away, and the reserve will open.
If your glider is rotating it pays to throw the reserve against the rotation as this will
speed up the inflating process. If you have had a collision and find yourself

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entangled with someone else’s glider, try to make sure you don’t throw the canopy
into the entanglement, as this will delay the opening.
When you are flying recurrently grab the position of the handle so you can
find it in an emergency!
If you have enough height, first try to resolve the problem and stabilize the
gliderg as far as possible (danger of screwing of the bailout).
If you have not enough height don´t hesitate for pulling the rescue. Do not
forget to unhand the rescue handle!
Packing Instructions
The following manual is aimed at pilots who are competent in folding modern
square reserve parachutes. The manual itself cannot serve as a substitute of
proper training in folding a parachute. ICARO Paragliders can ensure the safety
and reliability of the system only in cases where it was packed by a trained
professional who followed a proper packing process.
Before the packing it is necessary thoroughly inspect it:
Before repacking, the reserve chute must be aired out, ideally for 12 hours in a
cool, dry room.
The packing area must be large enough, clean, level, and dry.
The reserve chute must be subjected to visual inspection and checked for damage
to the canopy, the lines, the suspension points, the main riser and the screw
shackle.
Make sure that the parachute lines are completely disentangled and that both the
lower line and the upper of the reef knot run freely from the risers to the canopy.
1. Use a piece of line to thread the
packing loops together. Do not forget
the four corner loops mounted slightly
further back on the panels.
2. Secure the packing loops for now and
pull on the main riser and the attached
loops until it is taut (no slack).
3. Ensure that the lines are free of twists and tangles - start at the bridle and work
towards the parachute keeping the ‘apex’ lines central and the lines on either
side separated. Double check that none of the lines are twisted around the
‘apex’ lines or each other.

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4. The SQUARE light is a square rescue parachute with four corner points, so lay
out the canopy with one corner at the bottom, one on the left, one on the right
and one on top. Start with the first corner at the bottom and smooth the
material by running your hand along it on the table
5. Pull the base from each line attachment
point to the next along the seam to the
side you are sorting and smooth out the
crossed panel.
A line separator and a weight will help to
secure the already sorted lines.
6. Lay out the next panels in a rectangular
fashion. They will be slightly easier to lay
out.
7. Identify the corner that points to one of the sides. This is also to be laid out in a
crossed fashion, as shown.
8. Continue with rectangular panels until the next corner is reached, which is now
the uppermost one and last on this side. Make sure to leave an open channel
through so that the table underneath is visible.
9. Repeat steps 4 to 8 for the second side.
10.Return to the channel and run hands
along the connecting points of the
middle lines until they are free of the
material.
11.The extra material simply can be
pushed up inside the channel as
shown.
The reason for this is to prevent the material from burning during a deployment.
12.Panel sorting is now complete.
13.Inspect the middle line towards the main riser to see if the middle line is free.
14.Fold the reserve chute with a “double-S fold “as shown and place the reserve
container with the line pocket in the direction of the base/main riser.

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Now place the reserve chute like a snake in the container. Take care to use the
full length and width.
15.Close the first three rescue flaps and secure them with a small line loop.
This method will avoid burns from a deployment since the bundle of lines will
be released first and will not encounter the material.
16.Starting at the main riser, loop the line bundles in the shape of a figure-eight.
Use silicone-based rubber rings to fix the line bundles. Make sure that
there is no line knot in the line loop.
17.Make sure to leave approximately 30 cm free to the first figure-eight. This
length is needed for the final line loop.
18.Place the line bundles in the designated line pocket inside the reserve
container.
19.Secure the fourth and final rescue flap with the remaining line length (30 cm).
Your rescue system is now packed!
Use of this parachute with any alternative inner container: Speed of opening
and opening shock test has been completed using the inner container
supplied. Use of any other container may produce different results
(including failure).
Make sure that no tools used for packing (e.g. packing cord) remain in the
packed reserve.
Installing your rescue handle
Most harnesses have a handle for the harness containers. This handle must be
connected to the inner container. Handles for front and back containers are
generally suspended in the central loop, container on side or under the seat, the
side strap used.
The inner container of ICARO rescue systems has two loops, in which the handle
of the harness can be attached (center, side).
Note the instructions for the rescue unit in the operating instructions of your
harness. If there is no handle of the harness or it does not fit with your inner
container, please ask the dealer of your harness or your paragliding school.
Attachment of the connection belt with the harness
For connecting the two belts use a fixable 24 kN- snap hook with a diameter of
8 mm. It is very important that the snap hook cannot twist to prevent rotation stress
of the snap hook. Therefore, use cable fixer, adhesive tape or strong rubber bands
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It is essential to ensure that the shackles or carabiners are firmly closed
after connecting the rescue to the paraglider harness.
Another fixing method is to put the belt of the rescue system through the
connection belt of the harness and than the rescue system through the harness
belt. It is just as very important that the knot is very tightly fastened.
Therefore, use cable fixer, adhesive tape or strong rubber bands and pull it above
and below the knot around the belts.
Pay attention to the symmetry of both lines. Neither side of the loop must be
longer than the other.
Compatibility- check
A control of every new combination of rescue system and harness/outer container
must be carried out by either the producer of the harness or the rescue system or
an authorized person (dealer or flight instructor). The activation of the rescue
system in flight position must be correct and in conformity to the construction
guidelines.
The pulling force for triggering must not exceed 70N. The throwing
movement should be practiced under conditions that are as realistic as
possible each time the rescue system is repacked.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO LOOK OUT FOR:
Check (regularly)
•connection of the rescue system to your harness
•connection of the harness and deployment handle
•the closing splint must be held with a special thread.
Packing line from the fixing loops is removed (after each packing)
Check compatibility of rescue system and harness
Before each start with your glider, you must check the container is closed!

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Care, maintenance, and repair
Care Instructions
•Please do not store your rescue system in the vicinity of acids, grease, oils or
paint. To ensure safe operation, the system needs proper maintenance and
care.
•Do not store your rescue system in extreme temperatures or humidity (more
than 300C 0r 55-65% humidity).
•A humid or wet canopy needs repacking.
•Exposure to UV-rays causes deterioration the fabric.
•Please only use clean and fresh water to clean your rescue system or
container.
•Wet cloth stored in warm conditions will begin to mould and significantly lose
structural strength. Rescue systems in this condition must be brought to the
manufacturer to be checked out.
It may take several days your second chance to dry out completely
especially the lines of the rescue system, which take longer than the fabric.
Do not fold and store your rescue system prematurely if it not completely
dry. Mildew may damage your harness and your rescue system.
Repairs
The seal of approval can only be preserved if original parts are used. If you
discover any damaged parts to the rescue system which might impede
deployment, pleases end it back to the manufacturer to be repaired.
Repairs can only be carried out by the manufacturer or from the
manufacturer authorized persons.
Your reserve parachute consists of many high-quality, long-life components. When
replacing parts (lines, risers, fabric panels, etc.) only original parts may be used.
This is important to the continued airworthiness of your reserve chute and your
safety as well.
Spare parts (material):
Canopy Ortex 22 (Nylon 6.6 HT, 22 dtex)
Lines Edelrid PAX 2 9100 160 & A-6798-150
Riser Dyneema 5 mm
Rubber rings silicon based
Use limitations, packing- and check intervals
Packing interval
12 months; the rescue system also must be aired recurrent.
Why? The paraglider harness is usually laid down before take-off and after
landing on the grassy ground, which contains moisture in all seasons. This creates
the risk of the rescuer's fabric becoming damp. Furthermore, the paragliding
harness is stowed in the hot trunk in summer, which means that the individual
panels can stick together under the influence of moisture and heat. This can lead
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The more often the rescuer is grabbed, the higher the probability that it will open
quickly.
The rescue system is your life insurance, and you should therefore take this
into account and avoid anything that can prevent a quick and successful
emergency opening.
Check interval
2 years; when the rescue system was opened after a flight accident the rescue
system is to be checked.
Without regular certified inspections, your glider will lose its pattern test
result and guarantee.
If you fly often at sea, in the sand, in salty air, we recommend a check interval of
12 months for safety reasons.
Use limitation
10 years; The rescue system is allowed to be used for a time span of 10 Years
by observance of the regulations for packing and checking.
Certification is no longer valid thereafter.
The certified life span can be extended by a further three years, if the
rescue system is checked by the manufacturer every year.
Important: Packing and checks of the rescue system must be documented
otherwise guarantee is cancelled.
Terms of the guarantee
ICARO paragliders guarantees the proper processing, an operation within the
allowable limits of proper operation and the fulfillment of the eligibility criteria of
rescue equipment for 24 months at the time of first delivery by ICARO paragliders.
Guarantee is only valid for ICARO products with LTF/ EN certification.
What is covered by the guarantee?
Provided that ICARO paragliders accept the fault, the guarantee contains all
necessary spare parts related to the replacement or repair of defective parts and
working time.
ICARO paragliders accept no freight costs (outbound and return transportation).
What are the conditions of the guarantee?
Provided that ICARO paragliders accept the fault, the guarantee contains all
necessary spare parts related to the replacement or repair of defective parts and
working time.
•ICARO paragliders needs to be informed immediately after the discovery of a
defect and the defective product must be sent to us for testing.
•All flights must be accounted for within the flight book.
•There were only original spare parts used and checks, exchange and / or
repairs were conducted by an authorized dealer or by ICARO paragliders
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•A fully and correctly completed guarantee card must be sent at least 6 weeks
after buying the glider to ICARO paragliders commercial. Alternatively, can this
be sent via the appropriate online form on www.icaro-paragliders.com.
What is excluded from guarantee?
•Rescue equipment,
•which has been thrown for a emergency,
•which have been changed by yourself,
•that were not purchased from an authorized dealer / flight school,
•where the required inspection intervals were not met, and the verification of
the rescue system was not conducted by a ICARO paragliders authorized
operation / person.
•Damage
•which has occurred due to improper treatment (i.e., storage in humidity,
heat, or direct sunlight)
•caused by solvents, salt water, insects, sun, sand, or humidity.
•caused by force majeure.
•caused by the paramotor (Oil, fuel, damage in cause of the prop)
•Discoloration of the cloth material used.
In case of a concluded claim the period of guarantee carries on. The period of
guarantee and the connected claim are not prolongated and are only valid until the
original date of expiry. The freight costs (transport to and from) are not paid by
ICARO paragliders.
Annex
Warranty Card
Please fill in the warranty card which you find on our homepage www.icaro-
paragliders,com and send it.
Airworthiness Checking Specifications / Procedure
If a packed rescue package to be repackaged, is a trigger control
perform. It must be determined whether the release force is a maximum of 5 kp.
For this purpose, a spring balance is to be used.
The cap must be checked web for web for holes small or large cracks, strains and
chafing as well as other abnormalities on the cap (for example, old repair shops).
Likewise, every single lanyard, its sewn on the round cap and on the loops to the
main suspension must be checked for damage.
In the case of major damage (eg holes), the affected sail sheets must be replaced.
No repairs should be done with glue sails.

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If the rescue equipment has been independently verified, then from this point on
the warranty and sample inspection are excluded. The same applies when selling
the devices.
The inspection must be noted on the device next to the type plate with the
corresponding verification stamp.
The packs and inspections carried out must also be documented in the proof of
pack.
Description of the Rescue System
The SQUARE light rescue system can be
mounted either
•inside the harness (according to the
harness manufacturer's instructions) or
•outside the harness (if an external
container is used).
•1 –Canopy
•2 –Lines
•3 –Corner openings
•4 –Main risers
•5 –Centre lines
•6 –Packing loops (on the top side)
4
3
1
2
5
6

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ANNEX
Checksheet for rescue systems
Client (Name, Address):
Type / size / year of construction:
Serial number:
Certification number:
Date of last inspection:
Memos
yes
no
Was an emergency tripping necessary?
Where did you land after this emergency tripping?
Necessary repairs?
Was there a splashdown?
Canopy
Visible damages?
Any dirt on the canopy?
Holes in the canopy?
Seams, ok?
Notations on the panels, ok?
Certification stamp readably?
Apex fixing loops, ok?
Lines
Visible damages?
Seams, ok?
Middle lines frayed?
Connection middle line to suspension
lines on the top, ok?
Suspension lines frayed?
Inner container
Visible damages?
Loops for the deployment handle, ok?
Rubber loop, ok?
Eyelets, ok?
Deployment handles correct fixed?
Containers correct closed?
Compatibility check effected?
Additional repairs carried out? Which?
Pack control booklet noted?
Inspection stamp affixed?
Overall result of the rescue
system
Next inspection:
As new
Very good
Used
Much used
certification only for one year
not airworthy
Date, name and signature of the checker