Skycat PRO SERIES User manual

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SKYCAT PARACHUTE SYSTEM
X85-CF arming v1.0 - 3/2020
PRO SERIES LAUNCHERS
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Please read and follow the instructions carefully. This manual is
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Introduction and important knowledge
Please read and follow these instructions carefully to ensure successful
operation and to stay within warranty limits.
We recommend launching your Skycat system a few times as an
exercise before using in-flight. Careful installation is essential to
achieve the best possible performance.
In case of any uncertainty, please don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance.
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Safety
General safety
-Never look inside of the launcher when it is armed
-Only launch Skycat towards free airspace. Never point or launch towards
people or animals.
-Do not expose the Skycat system to rain or use near flammable materials.
-Don’t try to repair damaged components. Contact Skycat for repair and
spare part services.
-The use of excessive force should not be required at any point in the
arming, loading, or installation process.
Arming safety
-Always wear a face mask when arming the launcher
-Always have two strong and adequate persons in the arming process
-The spring is very powerful and failed arming may cause serious
injuries
-Always release tension very carefully and slowly. Do not release piston
with force; it may damage the Fuse
-Always make arming against a steady and hard surface, for instance
floor. Cover surface against scratches
-Use only supplied arming tube

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Skycat launcher safety
-Do not Trigger Skycat launcher empty. The piston may slide out and
break.
-Do not eject on grass, sand, or other loose materials. The airflow
generated by the piston can lift debris into the launcher.
-Only use Skycat launcher to eject a parachute and not other items.
-If launcher stays loaded over two months without launching, it is
recommended to open and refold the parachute. This may decrease
deployment time in an emergency situation.
-Only use original Skycat cloth for parachute folding.
-Use only supplied original Skycat.pro Fuse®
-Never create your own Fuse® for X85-CF. Serious failure may occur
-Do not the Fuse if it has any damage or marks
-Do not bend or otherwise damage the Fuse

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Hook the Fuse
String the steel hook wire through the launcher center hole

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String the brass pin through the Fuse

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Make sure the hook wire goes through the center hole

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Press launcher towards the arming tube with both hands. Do not let
launcher slip from the palms.
Pull hook wire as far as the Fuse comes out of the center hole
Push the brass pin through the Fuse loop
The brass area must touch the Fuse metal directly and have an electrical
connection

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Keep pushing the launcher towards the ground and release hook wire very
carefully by pushing it through the opening.
Do not let hook wire be compressed in between the Fuse and the brass pin.
It may damage the Fuse

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Disclaimer
Skycat is a backup system designed to help decrease the kinetic
impact energy of your multicopter, UAV, or radio-controlled model in
the case of an emergency.
Skycat cannot prevent your multicopter, UAV, or radio-controlled model from
causing damage or even death at impact. It is only designed to eject a
parachute in order to decrease the velocity of your aircraft in an emergency
situation. Skycat is strictly a backup device and does NOT replace proper
training and timely execution of appropriate emergency procedures.
Skycat is an electromechanical device, and as such, it can fail to work properly,
which can result in false activation or no activation at all. Such failure can cause
injuries or death.
In the case of a false activation or inappropriately timed intended activation,
the ejection of the parachute can cause your multicopter, UAV, or radio-
controlled model to fly further and cause more damages than it would have
caused, had it crashed to the ground in a free fall.
Skycat disclaims all warranties, whether expressed or implied, including but not
limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose. Skycat does not assume any liability, whether direct or indirect, from
the use of Skycat products. In no event shall Skycat be liable for personal injury
up to and including death.