Strong Enterprises STELLAR RESERVE Quasar User manual

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Parachuting is a hazardous activity that can result in serious injury or death.
Failure to follow all warnings, instructions and required procedures may result
in serious injury or death. Parachutes sometimes malfunction even when they
are properly designed, built, assembled, packed, maintained and used. The
results of such malfunctions are sometimes serious injury or death. There are so
many factors, both human and natural beyond our control, that we want you to
clearly understand that by using or letting someone else use your Quasar or its
components, you are accepting the fact that they may malfunction causing
serious injury or death. If you are not willing to accept these risks, you may
return your Quasar, unused, to the dealer where it was purchased for a full
refund.
Due to the inherent dangers associated with sport parachuting, the Quasar and
all of its components are sold as is with all faults and no warranty of fitness for
any purpose is either expressed or implied. The manufacturer also disclaims
any liability in tort for damages, direct or consequential, including personal
injury and property damage, resulting from a malfunction of the Quasar or from
a defect in its design, material, workmanship, or manufacturing process
whether caused by negligence on the part of the manufacturer or otherwise.
WARNING
DISCLAIMER - NO WARRANTY

WARNING
DISCLAIMER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Product Description
Features
Options
List Of Components
Stellar Reserve Canopy Description
Required Training
Before Jumping
CANOPY COMPATIBILITY CHART
USING THE QUASAR
Donning and Adjusting
Pre- Jump Check
Main Deployment
Reserve Deployment
Malfunctions
AAD INSTALLATION
RESERVE PACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Rigger Qualifications
Required Tools
Round Reserve
Assembly
Folding The Canopy
Ram Air Reserve
Assembly
Packing
Folding The Canopy Into The Free Bag
Line Stows
Bag Placement
Closing The Container
MAIN PACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Attaching The Risers
Proper 3-Ring Assembly
Attaching The Pilot Chute And Deployment Bag
Attachment Of Optional Collapsible Pilot Chute
The Deployment Bag
Closing the Container
Folding the Pilot Chute
Collapsible Pilot Chute assembly drawing
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Inspection
Cleaning
Closing Loop Length Chart
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a new QUASAR harness/container system from Strong
Enterprises. It is one of the finest available anywhere and with a little care should last you
hundreds or even thousands of jumps. The Quasar was designed by Robbie Conway, of
Strong Enterprises, over a period of nine months and was extensively tested during the
summer of 1993. It was the design intent to produce a rig with the qualities that today’s
demanding skydivers expect from their gear. It had to look great as well as be extremely
comfortable. Its design had to contain new and innovative ideas and it had to be compatible
with a wide variety of canopy sizes. And of course it had to retain the durability and
reliability that Strong Enterprises has been building into its products for over 30 years. We
think we have accomplished these goals and welcome your comments so that we may
continue to improve our products and make skydiving a safer and more enjoyable sport for
all involved.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Quasar is a single harness, dual parachute pack designed for the discriminating
relative work or freestyle skydiver. It features single pin closures for the main and reserve
containers and is characterized by its reserve pin protector flap which tucks down into a
pocket on its opposed flap. This renders the reserve container very clean, with no protrusions
which could catch lines of a deploying main canopy. The Quasar has been tested in
accordance with SAE Aeronautical Standard AS-8015A, and is approved under FAA TSO
C-23c, category B. A wide variety of main and reserve container sizes are available and
allow the Quasar to accept most canopies currently produced including round or ram-air
reserves.

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FEATURES
• Single pin reserve closure with internal pilot chute.
• Reserve static line with quick release (RSL).
• CYPRES AAD ready (Easy 5 minute installation).
• “Molar” type reserve free bag prevents closing loop from contacting canopy.
•NO VELCRO in areas of high wear such as riser covers, main and reserve pin
protector flaps, and RSL attachment.
• Reserve container is extremely clean with no protrusions to snag suspension lines
(No CRW mods necessary).
• Hybrid release cable housings (soft housings outside with a metal housing hidden
inside the yoke) provide exceptional comfort as well as smooth and effortless
cutaways.
• Custom harness sizing for a superior fit.
• Shipped with our unique 1” mini risers which feature Kevlar reinforcement and
grommetless construction (Pull tested to over 3300 lbs). Type 8 risers also
available.
• Step-in harness.
• 1” type 17 or 1.75” type 8 chest strap.
• Hand deploy pilot chute, bottom of main container (BOC).
• Seven different reserve container sizes to fit canopies from 265 to 505 cu. in.
• Seventeen different main container sizes to fit canopies from 225 to 700 cu. in.
• Twenty-nine possible container combinations.
OPTIONS
The following Quasar options are available for either no charge or a minimal extra charge.
Please consult order form for prices.
• Type 8 main risers
• Type 17, 1” chest strap
• Custom colors
• Custom color release pillow (Cannot be same color as harness)
• Custom embroidery
• B-12 snaps
• Collapsible main pilot chute (U.S. Patent #4,399,969)
• Matching kit bag (U.S. Team Bag)
• Matching Pak Mat

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LIST OF COMPONENTS
Your new Quasar is shipped with the following components:
Qty Description Part Number
1ea Harness / Container assembly, CYPRES compatible 115100
1ea Reserve pilot chute*790144
1ea Molar type reserve free bag with 13’ bridle (Square Reserve Only)** 730400
: OR :
1ea 40” Reserve bridle (Round Reserve Only) 810150
1pr Reserve steering toggles 866026
1ea Reserve closing loop 861018
1ea Reserve ripcord 611274
1ea Reserve static line with quick release 780625
1ea Hand-deploy main pilot chute with bridle 790200
1ea Main deployment bag 720600
1pr Main risers with steering toggles 834506
1ea Single point release handle (Cutaway Handle) 862017
1ea Main closing loop 861013
1ea Extra closing loop
10ea Rubber bands
1ea Pull up cord
1ea Reserve packing data card
1ea Quasar Owner’s Manual 510050
*Only the Quasar reserve pilot chute is approved for use with this system. Do not substitute
any other pilot chute.
** Only the Quasar molar type reserve free bag is approved for use when packing a ram air
reserve into this system. Do not substitute any other free bag.
All components listed above are also available separately from:
Strong Enterprises
11236 Satellite Blvd.
Orlando, Fl. 32837
USA
Tele.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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STELLAR RESERVE CANOPY
DESCRIPTION
A NEW low pack volume, 7-cell
canopy manufactured with 1.1 oz/0-3
CFM ripstop Nylon. Spectra 725 lbs lines
attached to Stainless Steel Rapide links
are standard.
The Stellar line of reserves was
tested with the Quasar harness/container
assembly, and is approved by the FAA to
TSO C23c, Category B.
RESERVE
by STRONG
THE
PN Model Area Cord Span Max. Susp. Pack. Vol. Canopy
Sq.Ft. Ft/m Ft/m Weight Cu. In. Weight
lbs/kg lbs/kg
430120 Stellar 120 120 7.50/2,29 15.96/4,86 144/65 265 4.2/1,9
430140 Stellar 140 140 8.08/2,46 17.13/5,22 168/76 305 4.6/2,1
430160 Stellar 160 160 8.81/2,69 18.70/5,17 192/87 345 5.1/2,3
430180 Stellar 180 180 9.24/2,82 19.46/5,93 216/98 385 5.6/2,5
430200 Stellar 200 200 9.75/2,97 20.52/6,25 240/108 425 6.6/3,0
430220 Stellar 220 220 10.22/3,12 21.50/6,55 254/115 465 7.6/3,4
430240 Stellar 240 240 10.73/3,27 22.60/6,89 254/115 505 8.1/3,7

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REQUIRED TRAINING
BEFORE JUMPING
This manual is not a course of instruction on parachute jumping. No one should
use this equipment to make a parachute jump, or allow it to be used by others, if they have
not first completed a controlled program of instruction on the use of this type of equipment
by a certified instructor.
Furthermore, it is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure that the Quasar has
been assembled and packed correctly by a person who is qualified to do so.
After receiving your new Quasar, inspect its contents to ensure that no components
are missing. A detailed list of components can be found on page 5 of the Quasar Owner’s
Manual. Then thoroughly inspect the rig before beginning assembly. Is it the same color
pattern that you ordered? Are the main and reserve containers sized properly to fit your
canopies? To check this, consult the canopy compatibility chart on page 8. Look at all of the
stitching, especially at the harness junctions. In the unlikely event that you find anything out
of the ordinary, please contact Strong Enterprises immediately. Your business is important to
us and we want you to be satisfied with your purchase.

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CANOPY COMPATIBILITY CHART
To determine the pack volume of the Quasar’s main and reserve containers, consult the
TSO tag on the inside of the right front riser. It will be stamped with a Q number followed
by a second number. Look up your rigs Q number on the chart below to determine its
reserve container size. The second number will be a 1, 2, 3, or 4. Follow straight down the
column from your reserve size to determine the volume of your main container. For
example: If your TSO tag read Q-3 / 2, your container sizes would be 345 cu. in. for the
reserve, and 325 cu. in. for the main.
RESERVE Q # Q-1 Q-2 Q-3 Q-4 Q-5 Q-6 Q-7
RESERVE SIZE 265 305 345 385 425 465 505
MAIN # 1 225 265 305 345 385 425 465
MAIN # 2 245 285 325 365 405 445 485
MAIN # 3 265 305 345 385 425 465 505
MAIN # 4 285 325 365 405 445 485 525
STUDENT 700
USING THE QUASAR
The following information is provided as a general guideline and is not intended to be used
as a first jump course. No one should use this equipment to make a parachute jump unless he
or she has first completed a controlled program of instruction in the use of this
harness/container system and the canopies contained therein.
DONNING AND ADJUSTING
1. If the rig is equipped with step-in style leg strap adapters, first ensure that the straps are
adjusted all the way out and not twisted, then step through the leg straps. If equipped with
B-12 snaps, unhook them and let them hang free.
2. Now lift the rig up by its main lift web and put it on as you would a coat.
3. Thread the chest strap through its friction adapter and tighten until both main lift webs are
parallel with each other. Be sure it is not routed through the reserve rip-cord handle.
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5. B-12 SNAPS ONLY, Route the leg straps between your legs, removing all twists and
fasten the snaps to their V-rings.
6. Tighten the leg straps evenly until they are snug but not uncomfortable and stow their
excess webbing in the pocket at the end of each leg pad. You are now ready for a pre-jump
equipment check.
Note: Be sure that the straps are
threaded through the adapters exactly
as shown or they may not hold.
1. Starting at the top of the rig, check the 3-ring release for proper hook-up.
2. Check the RSL for proper routing. It should exit from under the wearer's right hand side
of the reserve pin protector flap, then travel down the front side of the right front reserve
riser where it is secured by tucking its plastic stiffener into the provided pockets. Finally, it
should be hooked to the rear of the right riser using its brass snap shackle.
3. Make sure the release handle's velcro is mated securely and that there is no more than one
half inch of yellow release cable exposed between the handle and the chest strap.
4. Make sure the reserve ripcord handle is seated completely into its pocket and that the
cable moves freely in its housing.
5. Check for proper routing of the chest strap through its adapter and that it is not routed
through the reserve ripcord handle.
6. Check the routing of the leg straps through their hardware and ensure that the free ends
are secured inside the leg pad's channel or with an elastic keeper.
7. Have someone else check the reserve ripcord pin. It should be seated completely into the
loop and should not be bent or contain any nicks. The closing loop should not be worn or
frayed. When finished, the pin protector flap should be closed by tucking its tip down into
the pocket on the bottom reserve flap.
8. Have someone else check the main pin. It should be seated at least half way into the loop.
The loop should not be worn or frayed.
9. The bridle should be routed correctly, straight down from the pin, tucked under the right
side flap, and then entering the spandex pocket under the pilot chute.
PRE-JUMP CHECK

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MAIN DEPLOYMENT
1. While in a stable face-to-earth position, after waving off and clearing the air above you,
reach back and grasp the pilot chute’s deployment handle.
2. With one smooth motion, pull the pilotchute out of its pouch and throw it vigorously
straight out to the side deploying it into clean air.
Note: Do not simply pull the pilot chute from its pouch and release it. It must be thrown to
the side to deploy it into clean air away from the jumper’s burble.
MALFUNCTIONS
This section is only to be used as a general guideline for identifying and dealing with
malfunctions. It is not a course of instruction. Only professional training from a qualified
instructor using a suspended harness can prepare you for dealing with a malfunction.
Malfunctions are divided into two categories, total malfunctions and partial
malfunctions. Of these, the latter is divided into High Speed and Low Speed.
A total malfunction is defined as when all efforts have been made to deploy the main
parachute but it still remains in the container. This can occur because of a number of reasons
including a lost or floating ripcord handle, a hard ripcord pull, a lost or floating pilot chute
handle, or a pilot chute in tow. Because you will still be at or near terminal velocity, a total
malfunction requires immediate action. The proper procedure is to promptly activate the
reserve while remaining in a stable, face-to-earth position.
Partial malfunctions are defined as when the main parachute has left the container,
but for some reason it did not open fully. Some examples of partial malfunctions may
include; a bag lock, a streamer, a hung slider, a spinning malfunction resulting from broken
or knotted lines, a line over, or blown panels. Of these, the the first two are considered high
speed malfunctions, and require immediate action. The others, considered low speed
generally slow the jumper to a speed which allows more time to evaluate the situation. In
either case, the proper procedure is to first look at and grasp the cut-away handle located on
the inside of the right main lift web with your right hand. Then look at and grasp the reserve
ripcord handle located on the inside of the left main lift web with your left hand. Now peel
away the velcro that attaches the cut-away handle to the main lift web and in one smooth
motion pull the cut-away handle vigorously to full arm extension. Immediately upon
reaching full arm extension with your right hand, pull the reserve ripcord handle vigorously
with your left until it also reaches full arm extension. Throw away both handles and assume
a hard arch position.
10. The main pin protector flap should be closed by folding its tip back under the two side
flaps and seating it firmly.
11. The AAD, if equipped, should be properly calibrated and armed.

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AAD INSTALLATION
Currently the CYPRES AAD is the only unit that is approved for use with the Quasar
harness/container system. All CYPRES channels and pockets are factory-stitched into the
rig and no modifications are necessary. Installation requires no tools and can be
accomplished by a senior or master rigger in under five minutes using the following
technique.
NOTE: Use only special CYPRES closing loops when installing this AAD.
1. Slide the processing unit into its spandex pocket located inside the reserve container on
the bottom flap. Ensure that the unit is oriented so that the exiting wires lie adjacent to the
bottom wall of the container.
2. Route the release unit (cutter) through the channel located on the under side of the
reserve’s bottom inner sub-flap and seat it into its elastic pocket. The hole in the end of the
release unit should be aligned with the flap’s grommet.
3. Now route the control unit up through the supplied channel located on the bottom of the
reserve container. After exiting the end of the channel the control unit is then inserted
through the 2” slot to the channel’s imediate right and seated into its spandex pocket inside
the backpad.
4. Coil all excess cables in front of the processing unit and cover them with the supplied flap
by matting its velcro.
RESERVE DEPLOYMENT
This section is not intended to be a course in dealing with skydiving emergencies. It
is simply a general description of how the Quasar emergency parachute is deployed.
In order for the reserve container to preform as designed, it is recommended that the
jumper be in a stable face to earth position when deploying the reserve. However, there are
some instances that require use of the reserve now, and in these situations simply pulling the
reserve should take precedence over pulling with stability.
1. First, look at and grasp the reserve ripcord handle with both hands.
2. In one motion, vigorously pull the reserve ripcord handle to full arms length.
3. Arch hard into a stable, student type freefall position.

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RESERVE PACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions fully to gain a thorough understanding of the Quasar
and its components before starting to pack. If the rig is to be fitted with an AAD, refer to
page 11 of this manual for detailed installation instructions before continuing.
RIGGER QUALIFICATIONS
FAR Part 65 states that only a certificated and appropriately rated senior or master
parachute rigger may pack a reserve parachute that will be carried for use aboard an aircraft
in the U.S. By following the instructions in this manual, any current, appropriately rated
rigger should be able to assemble and pack the Quasar reserve.
REQUIRED TOOLS
1 ea. temporary locking pin
1 ea. 60” pull up cord
1 ea. packing paddle
2 ea. 1.5” x 6” pile velcro (Ram Air Reserve Only)
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ROUND RESERVE
NOTE: Only round reserves with a full stow diaper may be packed into the Quasar. No
provisions are provided for stowing the lines in the container.
Follow the packing instructions provided by the manufacturer of the particular canopy you
are installing for hookup, flaking, and line stowage.
ASSEMBLY
2. Attach the bridle to the canopy’s apex with a larks head knot as well.
1. Attach the 40" reserve bridle to the
pilot chute with a larks head knot that
passes through all three of the pilot
chute's dacron line loops.

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FOLDING THE CANOPY
4. Place the diaper into the lower left
corner of the container with the
canopy extending out to the right side.
If the lines are stowed parallel with the
canopy's radial seams as on the Strong
26' Lite, then position the canopy so
that the lines face toward the main
container.
3. Lines should be stowed to within 12-18" of the links. Spread the connector links and
reserve risers evenly across the bottom of the container so as not to create a lump in the
wearer's back.
5. Continue S-folding the canopy
toward the top of the container,
keeping the folds slightly wider than
the side flaps. The closing loop should
extend between the fourth and fifth
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6. Position the apex of the canopy
under the center of the top sub-flap
with the bridle exiting to the right
side.
SEE PAGE 22 FOR “CLOSING THE CONTAINER”
RAM AIR RESERVE
1. Attach the 13’ bridle/free-bag assembly to the pilot chute with a larks head knot that
passes through all three of the pilot chutes’ dacron line loops.
2. Attach the canopy to the reserve risers using the supplied #5 stainless steel rapid links.
3. Tighten the links securely.
4. Route the control lines down through the rear slider grommets and their corresponding
guide rings on the risers.
NOTE: The following canopy packing instructions are only for use with Strong Enterprises
Stellar series reserve canopies. If you are installing another manufacturer’s ram air reserve
into the Quasar you should refer to that manufacturer’s instructions for canopy packing and
go directly to the section entitled Folding the Canopy into the Free Bag for further
instructions.
ASSEMBLY
5. Attach the toggles by passing the
loop at the end of the control line up
through the toggle’s grommet, and
then around the end of the toggle.
6. Once complete, preform a thorough continuity check. This may include inflating the
canopy to be absolutely sure it is oriented properly.

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PACKING
7. Layout the harness/container assembly as though the wearer were lying face down, head
towards canopy. Anchor the rig so that it cannot slide forward by weighing its pack tray or
by hooking the leg straps to a secure fixture.
8. Set the right and the left deployment
brakes by pulling the brake loop
through the guide ring and then
inserting the end of the toggle through
the loop. Stow the excess control line
under the toggle.
9. Standing near the rig, reach down
and pick up the canopy's lines near the
connector links. Use your fingers to
separate the front riser lines, the rear
riser lines, and the control lines.
10. Walk toward the canopy pushing
the slider ahead of you as you go.
Continue until the slider is completely
seated against its stops and cannot
move any further. Ensure that the lines
are tensioned evenly and that all are
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11. Flake out all seven cells of the
nose and place them between your
knees.
12. Reach down into the center of the
canopy and pleat all excess material
outward from between each set of line
attachment points. Clear out the
stabilizers as well.
13. Flake the tail neatly with all line
tabs to the inside and resting on top
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14. Ensure that the slider is still seated completely against its stops and push it down into the
canopy between the right and left line groups. It should be folded in such a way so as to
instantly catch air the moment its four corners are spread.
15. Locate the center of the tail next
to the warning label and pull it up so
that it covers the slider.
16. Now release the nose from between your knees and hold the canopy up with one hand.
17. Swing the tail seams around to the
front of the canopy and join the two
with the entire nose protruding from
between them.

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18. Grasp the tail seams and the entire
nose with your free hand and very
gently, with one smooth motion,
swing the canopy out and lay it down
flat.
FOLDING THE CANOPY INTO THE FREEBAG
19. Place your knees on the base of the
canopy to maintain control and keep
the lines taut. Follow the center seam
forward from the warning label
towards the nose, spreading the
canopy into two halves as you go until
you reach the nose opening of the
center cell.
20. Fold the entire center cell straight
under the base of the canopy and
again kneel on it to maintain control.
The canopy is now divided evenly
into three sections, the center cell you
are kneeling on, and the two ears
which contain the outer three cells
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21. Find the three nose openings on
the inside edge of each ear and pleat
them out neatly on top of each other.
Now dress the ears to approximately
the same width as the ear pockets in
the top of the molar bag.
22. Fold the ends of the ears under
about eight inches and slide them into
the molar bag, inserting each into its
respective pocket.
23. Grasp the entire bag and fold it
back on top of the canopy.