Swing ORANGE CROSS S User manual

Introduction
Chapter 01
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PArAglider
Version: 2.0
Date: 15.09.2017
Orange
Cross
Manual (EN)

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Introduction
INFORMATION
Swing Flugsportgeräte GmbH reserves the right to alter or add to the contents of this
Manual at any time. You should therefore regularly visit our website :
www.swing.de
where you will find additional information relating to your rescue chute and any changes
to the Manual. There is further information about the Swing website in the section “Swing
on the World Wide Web”.
The date and version number of this Manual are given on the front page.
Express written consent from Swing Flugsportgeräte GmbH is required for any duplication of this
Manual, in whole or in part (with the exception of short quotations in specialist articles), and in any form
or by any means, whether it be electronic or mechanical.
The fact that this Manual has been made available does not confer any claim to the product descriptions,
common or trade names or other intellectual property.

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Dear SWING customer,
Thank you very much for deciding to purchase a new Swing reserve.
You have chosen a sophisticated product. We place great importance on using materials of
the highest quality.
Although we hope that you never need to use the reserve chute, we ask that you familiarise
yourself with how it works and the intervals at which it must be serviced and repacked. The
reserve system will only fulfil its purpose if it is properly maintained and if you are able to
operate it properly!
You will be impressed by the rapid deployment times, high level of pendular stability and the
astonishingly low sink rate of the ORANGE CROSS reserve systems.
Consistent development work and the innovative combination of the materials used have
resulted in a product which satisfies our demanding requirements and those of pilots too, and
which sets standards for others to follow.
If you have any questions which are not answered in this manual, please do not hesitate to
contact your Swing dealer or Swing directly: Tel: [phone] or [e-mail]
from
the Swing Team
WARNING
Read this Manual before installing your rescue chute!
DANGER
This reserve system must not be used for skydiving!

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Contents
01 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................6
MANUAL.............................................................................................................................................. 6
Special text ................................................................................................................................... 6
Series of instructions..................................................................................................................... 7
Lists of parts ................................................................................................................................. 7
Bullet points.................................................................................................................................. 7
Rescue chute Manual on the Internet .......................................................................................... 7
SWING FLUGSPORTGERÄTE AND THE ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................................... 7
Respect for nature and the environment...................................................................................... 7
Environmentally-friendly recycling ............................................................................................... 7
02 SAFETY ...............................................................................................................................8
SAFETY ADVICE ...................................................................................................................................... 8
SAFETY NOTICES ..................................................................................................................................... 9
DISCLAIMER AND EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY,OPERATING LIMITS........................................................................... 9
03 USE ..................................................................................................................................10
PURPOSE............................................................................................................................................ 10
OPERATING THE RESERVE SYSTEM............................................................................................................. 10
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED .................................................................................................................. 10
04 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 11
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................................................. 11
CONSTRUCTION OF RESERVE.................................................................................................................... 11
Canopy, suspension lines and bridles ......................................................................................... 11
Inner container ........................................................................................................................... 12
Front container and the ORANGE CROSS.................................................................................... 12
05 LOOKING AFTER YOUR RESERVE.......................................................................................13
PACKING ............................................................................................................................................ 13
COMPATIBILITY TEST ............................................................................................................................. 13
CLEANING........................................................................................................................................... 13
Dampness / wetness................................................................................................................... 13
Contact with salt water .............................................................................................................. 13
STORAGE............................................................................................................................................ 13
INSPECTION......................................................................................................................................... 13
General inspection...................................................................................................................... 13
Periodical inspection................................................................................................................... 14
Inspection periods ...................................................................................................................... 14
Repairs........................................................................................................................................ 14
TYPE DESIGNATION ............................................................................................................................... 14
06 PACKING DIRECTIONS ......................................................................................................15
LAYING OUT AND UNTANGLING THE RESERVE CHUTE ..................................................................................... 15
LAYING OUT THE PANELS ........................................................................................................................ 16
Method 1, S-shape...................................................................................................................... 18

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Method 2, air passage................................................................................................................ 19
End of the different methods...................................................................................................... 21
PUTTING THE CANOPY INTO THE CONTAINER ............................................................................................... 22
BUNDLING THE LINES............................................................................................................................. 23
CLOSING THE INNER CONTAINER............................................................................................................... 23
ENTRY IN THE RESERVE LOGBOOK ............................................................................................................. 23
07 SWING ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB ..................................................................................24
SWING WEBSITE ................................................................................................................................... 24
FACEBOOK,TWITTER &YOUTUBE ............................................................................................................ 24
Paragliding ................................................................................................................................. 24
Speedgliding ............................................................................................................................... 24
Swing TV..................................................................................................................................... 24
Swing App................................................................................................................................... 24
08 APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................25
ADDRESSES ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Swing Flugsportgeräte GmbH..................................................................................................... 25
Paraglider recycling.................................................................................................................... 25
DHV ............................................................................................................................................ 25
EAPR ........................................................................................................................................... 25
Air Turquoise SA ......................................................................................................................... 25
VERSIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 25
Version 2.0.................................................................................................................................. 25
RESCUE CHUTE DETAILS.......................................................................................................................... 26
PILOT DETAILS /PROOF OF OWNERSHIP ..................................................................................................... 26
RESERVE LOGBOOK: .............................................................................................................................. 27
NOTES ............................................................................................................................................... 28

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Chapter 01
Introduction
01Introduction
Manual
SWING requires you to familiarise yourself
with your new rescue chute by reading this
Manual before first installation into your
harness.
This will allow you to install and maintain
your new rescue chute.
Information in this Manual on design of the
recue chute, technical data and illustrations
are subject to change. We reserve the right
to make changes without prior notification.
Special text giving safety information is
identified in this Manual in accordance with
the ANSI Z535.6 standard.
The Manual complies with the airworthiness
requirements in LTF NFL II 91/09 and forms
part of the certification.
© Swing Flugsportgeräte GmbH
Special text
DANGER
Sections of text headed “Danger” indicate
a situation where there is imminent
danger, which in all probability will lead to
death or serious injury, if the
instructions given are not followed.
WARNING
Sections of text headed “Warning”
indicate a potentially dangerous situation,
which may lead to death or serious
injury, if the instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
Sections of text headed “Caution” indicate
a potentially dangerous situation, which
may lead to minor or slight injury, if the
instructions are not followed.

PLEASE NOTE
Sections of text headed “Please note”
indicate possible damage to property,
which may occur if the instructions are not
followed.

TIP
Sections of text headed “Tip” give advice
or tips which will make it easier to use
your paraglider.

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Series of instructions
In this Manual, instructions which must be
followed in a certain order are numbered
consecutively.
<Where there is a series of pictures with
step-by-step instructions, each step has
the same number as the corresponding
picture.
dLetters are used where there is a series
of pictures but the order is not relevant.
Lists of parts
Numbers circled in red refer to various
parts of the item pictured. A list of the
numbers and the name of the part
labelled follows the picture.
Bullet points
Bullet points are used in the Manual for lists.
Example:
risers
lines
Rescue chute Manual on the Internet
Additional information about your rescue
chute and any updates to the Manual can be
found on our website at www.swing.de.
This Manual was current at the time of going
to print. This Manual can be downloaded
from Swing’s website prior to print.
Swing Flugsportgeräte and the
environment
Protection of the environment, safety and
quality are the three core values of Swing
Flugsportgeräte GmbH and they have
implications for everything we do. We also
believe that our customers share our
environmental awareness.
Respect for nature and the
environment
You can easily play a part in protecting the
environment by practising our sport in such a
way that there is no damage to nature and
the areas in which we fly. Keep to marked
trails, take your rubbish away with you,
refrain from making unnecessary noise and
respect the sensitive biological equilibrium of
nature. Consideration for nature is required
even at the launch site!
Smokers –please do not leave any cigarette
butts, matches etc at flying sites.
Paragliding is, of course, an outdoor sport –
protect and preserve our planet’s resources.
Environmentally-friendly recycling
Swing gives consideration to the entire life
cycle of its products, the final stage of which
is recycling in an environmentally-friendly
manner. The synthetic materials used in a
rescue chute must be disposed of properly. If
you are not able to arrange appropriate
disposal, Swing will be happy to recycle the
rescue chute for you. Send the rescue chute
with a short note to this effect to the address
given in the Appendix.

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Chapter 02
Safety
02Safety
WARNING
The safety advice given below must be
followed in all circumstances. Failure to do
so renders invalid the certification and/or
results in loss of insurance cover, and
could lead to serious injuries or even
death.
Safety advice
All forms of aerial sport involve certain risks.
When compared with other types of aerial
sport, paragliding has the lowest number of
fatal accidents measured according to the
number of licensed pilots.
However, few other sports demand such a
high level of individual responsibility as
paragliding. Prudence and risk-awareness
are basic requirements for the safe practice
of the sport, for the very reason that it is so
easy to learn and practically anyone can do
so. Carelessness and overestimating one’s
own abilities can quickly lead to critical
situations. A reliable assessment of
conditions for flying is particularly important.
Paragliders are not designed to be flown in
turbulent weather. Most serious paraglider
accidents are caused by pilots misjudging
the weather for flying.
Please be aware at all times that any air
sport is potentially dangerous and that, at
the end of the day, you are personally
responsible for your own safety.
We therefore recommend in particular that
you fly in a conservative manner. This
applies both to the choice of conditions in
which you fly and also to the safety
reserve which you factor into your flying
manoeuvres.
Do not under any circumstances use the
paraglider as a parachute. Acrobatics are
not permitted.
We recommend that you only fly with a
glider and harness which have been
tested and certified, and that you wear a
suitable helmet.
In Germany, paragliders are subject to the
guidelines for air sports equipment and must
not under any circumstances be flown
without a valid certification. Independent
experimentation is strictly prohibited. This
Manual does not replace the need to attend
training at a paragliding school.
In Germany, paraglider reserve systems are
not subject to the rating requirements of the
German Civil Aviation Authority
(Luftfahrtbundesamt - LBA).
The paraglider reserve systems in the
ORANGE CROSS series comply with the
airworthiness requirements of the LTF. The
manufacturer is not liable for any injuries or
material damage caused in connection with
this reserve system.
At the time of their dispatch, these reserve
systems comply with the LTF certification
regulations.
Your ORANGE CROSS reserve leads the
way in the development standard for reserve
gliders. It will remain airworthy for many
years if you look after it properly.
Reserve systems may only be packed by
adequately qualified people.
The Manual must be passed on to any new
owner if the rescue chute is sold. It is part of
the certification and belongs with the rescue
chute.
Observe the other specific safety advice in
the various sections of this Manual.

Safety
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Safety notices
Safety notices are issued when defects arise
during use of a product which could possibly
also affect other products of the same
model.
The notices contain instructions on how to
inspect the product concerned for possible
faults and the steps required to rectify any
faults.
Swing publishes on its website any technical
safety notices and airworthiness instructions
which are issued in respect of Swing
products. We will also send you safety
notices directly by email if you have
registered your product (refer to “Product
Registration”in the section “Swing on the
World Wide Web”).
WARNING
The product owner is responsible for
carrying out the action required by the
safety notice.
Safety notices are released by the
certification agencies and are also published
on the relevant websites. You should
therefore visit the safety pages of the
certification agencies on a regular basis and
keep up-to-date with new safety notices
which cover any products relating to
paragliding (refer to Appendix for
addresses).
Services such as RSS are also
available which allow internet
users to follow various websites
and changes to them without
having to access them individually.
This allows much more information to be
followed than was previously the case.
Disclaimer and exclusion of
liability, Operating limits
Use of the product is at the pilot’s own risk!
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
any personal injury or material damage
which arises in connection with Swing
products. The certification and warranty shall
be rendered invalid if there are changes of
any kind or incorrect repairs to the rescue
chute, or if any inspections or packings are
skipped.
Pilots are responsible for their own safety
and must ensure that the airworthiness of
the paraqliding equipment is checked prior to
every flight. The pilot should launch only if
the paraglider equipment is airworthy. In
addition, when flying outside of Germany,
pilots must observe the relevant regulations
in each country.
The Paragliding equipment may only be
used if the pilot has a licence which is valid
for the area or is flying under the supervision
of an approved flying instructor. There is no
liability on the part of third parties, in
particular the manufacturer and the dealer.
In terms of the warranty and guarantee
conditions, the Rescue chute may not be
used / installed if any of the following
situations exists:
the inspection period has expired, or the
inspection has been carried out by the
pilot him/herself or by an unauthorised
inspector
the packing period has expired, or the
Reserve system has been packed by
inadequately qualified people
the take-off weight is not within the
permissible weight range
the glider is flown in rain or drizzle,
cloud, fog and / or snow
the canopy is wet

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Use
air temperature below -10°C or above
50 °C
the pilot has insufficient experience or
training
the pilot has incorrect or inadequate
equipment (glider, protection, helmet
etc.)
there have been modifications to the
canopy, lines or risers which have not
been approved
free fall, the reserve system must not be
used for skydiving
use at speed more than 32 m/s (115
km/h)
The maximum permissible operating life of
the reserve is twelve years, subject to
inspection by a qualified service agent every
two years.
The reserve must be aired and repacked
every twelve months.
03Use
Purpose
These reserve systems are manually
deployed emergency parachutes for
paraglider pilots who find themselves in an
emergency situation during a flight. Any use
other than this is not authorised.
DANGER
Reserve systems must not be used for
sky-diving
Operating the reserve system
If there is an emergency situation, take hold
of the deployment handle and pull it firmly.
The reserve chute package is then thrown
into the air with a sweeping movement. The
chute is pulled out, unfolded and inflates.
We recommend that you frequently go over
this procedure in your head, according to
your own combination of harness and
reserve chute, so that you are able to react
quickly and confidently if you ever find
yourself in an emergency situation. If you
have the opportunity, we also recommend
that you carry out a “dry run”. Paragliding
schools and clubs often organise this as part
of their programme. The more familiar you
are with the procedure, the less stressful it
will be if you ever really do get into difficulty
while flying.
Documentation required
Manual
Packing records

Technical Description
Chapter 04
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04Technical Description
Technical Data
Construction of reserve
Canopy, suspension lines and bridles
The most important part of the reserve
system is its canopy.
The ORANGE CROSS was designed as a
cross canopy with two central lines to
optimise the ratio between the amount of
material used and the projected area.
Each separate panel is cut individually to
optimise the features of the reserve chute.
Air vents are incorporated into each corner.
Materials used
The materials used for the ORANGE CROSS
reserve chute were carefully selected to
meet our particular requirements.
A fabric developed specifically for reserve
chutes is used for the canopy. Pilots will be
impressed by its low weight and high
strength, as well as its extremely low air
permeability.
Special features of the central lines and
suspension lines used are their high
breaking load and their elasticity and shock
absorption.
In contrast, the high-strength bridle’s length
remains stable.
Why is the cross canopy used?
In essence, because it has excellent
pendulum stability.
The cut and the four air vents ensure
optimum airflow into the canopy and allow
the air to escape out of the canopy.
This prevents any “spill over” of air and
associated pendulum effect.
It allows stable sink with low sink values.
This effect is supported further by the
materials chosen for the fabric and lines
which keep the reserve’s weight low and the
pack size small, as well as allowing good
flight characteristics.
ORANGE
CROSS
s
m
L
Recommended load
70 kg - 100 kg
80 kg - 120 kg
90 kg - 140 kg
Weight with container
1.45 kg
1.60 kg
2.05 kg
Surface area
34 m²
38 m²
44 m²
Type certificate number
RG 071.2013
RG 070.2013
RG 072.2013
Maximum load LTF drop test
positive / sink rate
100 kg / 4.9
m/s
120 kg / 5.7
m/s
155 kg / 6.0
m/s
Sink rate at 140kg
-
-
5,7 m/s
Sink rate at 120kg
-
5,7 m/s
5,3 m/s
Central lines
2
2
2
Number of suspension lines
20
20
24
Pilot chute
No
No
No

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Technical Description
Inner container
The inner container is made of light but
durable materials.
It has two loops to which the deployment
handle can be fastened. When doing this,
always use the loop which is closer to the
deployment handle attachment-point on the
harness.
For safety and functional reasons, the entire
length of the suspension lines is not put
inside the container –part is kept on the
outside, attached with two elastic bands.
This means that the container initially stays
closed after deployment, until it is about 1.5m
away from the pilot. Only then are the
suspension lines pulled from the closure loop
of the inner container and it can open.
This interval ensures that the chute does not
open until it is a safe distance from any
aerodynamic wake caused by the pilot.
Any wake can delay and/or prevent the chute
from opening. There is also a risk of the
rescue chute getting caught on or even
wrapped around the pilot.
WARNING
The inner container belongs with the
reserve.
You must consult with the manufacturer if
you wish to change the inner container!
Front container and the ORANGE
CROSS
If the ORANGE CROSS is used with a front
container, the bridle must in principle be
attached in both carabiners of the harness’s
main hang point.
Please make sure that the minimum strength
of 24kN required under the LTF is used for
all connection points between the harness
and the reserve.
DANGER
Both ends of the bridles must be
connected to the harness’s main hang
points to ensure that the reserve operates
safely.

Looking after your reserve
Chapter 05
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05Looking after your
reserve
Packing
The Rescue chute must be aired and
repacked every 12 month by adequately
qualified people.
Compatibility test
DANGER
If a previously packed reserve chute is
repacked, it is important to ensure that it
can still be deployed after installing it into
the paraglider harness outer container
(Compatibility Test). It must be verified
that the necessary deployment force is
between 6 and 10 kg.
Cleaning
If the canopy or the container are dirty, they
can be washed with clean tap water. Acid
and mould or mildew can affect the strength
of the reserve. If your reserve is affected in
that way, it must be sent to the manufacturer
or an approved service agent for inspection
and any repairs necessary.
Leave the reserve to dry in a well-ventilated
place in the shade.

PLEASE NOTE
Do not under any circumstances use
chemicals, brushes, rough cloths, high-
pressure cleaners or steamers to clean
the reserve, as these can damage the
fabric’s coating and strength. The canopy
becomes porous and loses tear strength.
Dampness / wetness
If the reserve gets wet or damp, it should be
dried as soon as possible in a well-ventilated
place (but out of the sun). It may take some
time before the reserve is completely dry
because the fibres absorb water. Mould may
form if the reserve is stored wet and the
fibres may rot, particularly when it is warm.
This can result in the reserve becoming
unsuitable for use within a short time.
Contact with salt water
If the reserve comes in contact with salt
water, it must immediately (before drying) be
thoroughly rinsed with fresh water. It must
then be left to dry in a well-ventilated place
(but out of the sun).
There can be permanent damage to the
material or system failure if the reserve is not
thoroughly rinsed.
Storage
The reserve must be stored in a dry place at
room-temperature, and away from oil,
grease, acids and paint.

PLEASE NOTE
SWING cannot be held liable for any
damage due to wrong storage condition
Inspection
General inspection
The reserve packer carries out a visual
inspection of the reserve system for damage
and abrasion before it is packed.
This inspection includes:
Risers
Lines
Fabric
Inner container
If the chute was opened for an emergency
deployment or during safety training, then it
must be inspected by the manufacturer or an
approved service agent.

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Looking after your reserve

PLEASE NOTE
The owner is responsible for the
airworthiness of the rescue chute. This
includes complying with the inspection
periods.
Periodical inspection
In addition to the general inspection, during
the periodical inspection the following points
have to be checked:
Linelength (symmetry)
Condition of elastic straps on inner
container (elasticity, damages)
Condition of eyelets on inner container
(sharp edges, dirt, rust)
Inspection periods
The rescue chute has to be aired and
repacked every 12 month.
Periodical inspection has to be carried out
latest every 24 month.
If the rescue chute has become wet, it has to
be inspected and repacked prior to next
usage.
Repairs
The reserve system must be sent for repairs
to the manufacturer or an approved service
agent if any damage is discovered which
affects its airworthiness. This is also the
case if damage is suspected, but it is not
possible to definitively determine the effect of
the damage on the equipment’s
airworthiness.

PLEASE NOTE
Repairs should only be carried out by the
manufacturer or an approved service
agent.
Type designation
Swing Rescue chutes have an exact
identification on Panel #1 and / or at the
riser.
The information required is set out in the
airworthiness requirements.
It is helpful to provide the type designation of
the rescue chute if you are contacting your
Swing dealer with any queries or ordering
replacement parts or accessories, to ensure
accurate identification.

Packing directions
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06Packing directions

PLEASE NOTE
The reserve system should only be packed by an adequately qualified person.
Make sure that nothing is left inside the reserve chute or the container that does not
belong there.
Make a list of any items used to help during packing and check again after the reserve is
packed that you have all of those items.
If a packing line is used, it should be marked in such a way that it is impossible to leave it
inside the rescue chute (attach a ball, brake handle or something similar to one end).
The number/panel number for the ORANGE CROSS L is given in brackets.
Laying out and untangling the reserve chute
The reserve should ideally be packed on a special packing table. If none is available, a clean
flat surface can be used.
Stretch out the reserve chute to its full length
on the packing table or other suitable surface.
Insert a temporary line through the packing
loops and attach it to the top end of the
packing table. (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
Attach the bridle to the other end of the packing table and stretch the chute tight. Check the
reserve lines to make sure that they are straight.
Pick up lines 1 and 20 (24) and check them along their length to the bridle, removing any
twists or tangles.
Take panel 1 and count out half of the panels i.e. 10 (12) panels, then set aside the
corresponding bundle of suspension lines, separated if possible with a special “line comb”.
Panels 1-10 (1-12) are now on the right-hand side, and panels 11-20 (13-24) are on the
left-hand side. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Laying out the panels
Now start laying out the panels, beginning
with panel 11 (13). (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
To do this, take hold of panel 11 (13), pull
it towards you and then put each panel
on top of the next, one by one, going
from panel 11-20 (13-24).
The panels and lines are different lengths
so the lower edge will be staggered, not
in a straight line.
Fig. 5
The panels with the air vents are pulled outward at the seam and then folded so that
they end up the same width as the other panels.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7

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Next, panels 10-1 (12-1) are laid out in
the same way. The apex, which is held
with the packing loops, is then
straightened.
The canopy is now divided in such a way
that panel 1 with the stamp is on the top
right.
Fig. 8
There are two different methods for folding the canopy along its length.
Method 1 is comparable to the traditional technique with an S-fold, as is used with most
round canopies. This ensures both rapid opening and also the usual steps.
In method 2, an air passage is formed to allow for more uniform aeration of the canopy. This
results in an opening time that is even shorter compared to the traditional packing method.
This method is more complex due to separate stages.
Putting the panels into the container and the stages thereafter are the same for both
methods.

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Packing directions
Method 1, S-shape
The two halves are now folded length-wise.
First, one third of the total width is folded
under the rescue chute (Figs 9 and 10)…
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
…and then next one third is folded on top
of the rescue chute (Figs. 11 and 12).
Folding the rescue chute into thirds to
make an S-shape improves the speed
and symmetry of opening.
When doing this, make sure that the
folded width of the reserve is not wider
than the width of the inner container
(wider side).
Fig. 11
Fig. 12

Packing directions
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Method 2, air passage
To form an air passage, the lines are then
slackened, panel 1 folded upward …
Fig. 13
…each side of the bottom edge folded from
the inside 45° to the left/right...
Fig. 14
… so that there is a space between the two
sides the width of the container.
Fig. 15
Panel 11 (13) is now lifted up and the two sides of the bottom edge turned under.

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Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Panel 1 is flipped back again, folding both sides to the width of the container, and the lines
are stretched tight again.
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
The two halves are now folded along their
length:
Firstly one side is folded around the bottom
edge parallel to the upper seam, then the
second side.
When doing this, make sure that the folded
width of the reserve is not wider than the
inner container (wider side).
Fig. 20