Simpson Chutes Packing Instructions - Manual

P A C K I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
Thank you for purchasing the all new Simpson
Cross-Form drag chute. We believe this parachute
to be the finest available anywhere at any price.
You can proudly count yourself among the many
champions who rely on quality Simpson Safety
Equipment.
MOUNTING DRAG CHUTE TO VEHICLE
The Simpson Cross-Form Drag Chute must be
securely mounted to the race car frame. DO NOT
mount directly to any part of the body or bumper.
Make sure that when the chute is deployed that the
shroud lines are completely free of contact from the
body.
Check with your racing organization for specific
requirements for use and mounting of drag chutes.
All Simpson drag chutes meet or exceed SFI stan-
dards.
IMPORTANT-READ EACH STEP CAREFULLY
(Step 1&2.)
Remove pilot chute from
canopy and extend the
chute to its fullest length..
(Step 5.)
Fold the parachute by get-
ting all sides one by one
until canopy is folded into
half panel.
(Note)
Fold half panel again mak-
ing sure all lines are staked
evenly.
(Step 4.)
Go back to the riser and pick up the
first two lines, one in each hand walk
back to the canopy again. Extend
the parachute to check for tangles.
(Step 3.)
Pick up all (4) lines with
each hand, starting at the
riser walking back to the
canopy and untangling
lines as you are walking.
(Step 6.)
Carefully “S” fold the
lines on top of the
canopy ending towards
the riser.
(Step 7.)
“S” fold the canopy
over the lines, ap-
proximately the size
of the cute pack.
(Step 8.)
Insert the canopy into
pack, tie pilot chute to
the top of the canopy,
and compress the pilot
chute pack
(Step 9 a.)
Insert packing cord into
chute pack.
( b.)
• Through the grommet on
bottom flap, thread cord
through grommet on top of
flap and pull.
• Through on the left flap
and then the right.
(Step 10.)
Insert the release
mechanism cable
through the end loop of
the packing cord.
CAUTION
Leave packing cord on chute
when towing, premature
opening can be dangerous.