Here you will find the packing video with the matching packing method:

Video Tutorial

Fig. 12Pull out the first orange layer and hold it at points A and B

When you lay each panel out make sure the lines stay in the centre (line holder) and that the folded panels are pulled flat. First lay out the bottom white layer (Air Jet) to full length, and then pull out the first orange layer neatly. Grab the top layer around the middle with one hand (Point A on Fig 12), and grab the panel midpoint at the end with the other hand (Point B on Fig 12).

Fig. 13Pull in the midpoint (B) to the lines

Fig. 14Fold the top half over

Fig. 15Fold the whole panel in the middle

Pull in the midpoint of the panel (B) to the lines between the layers and fold the top half onto the bottom half of the panel, effectively folding the whole panel in the middle.

Fig. 16Pull out the white layers (Air Jets) neatly

Fig. 17The red layer (Air Jet) goes on top

Repeat the process for all the orange panels on this side.

WarningDo not fold the white and red (Air Jet) panels in the middle, just flatten them out neatly.

The first half of the canopy is finished when one red panel (Air Jet) lies flat on top. Make sure the panels lie neatly one on the other, and that the bottom edges make a straight line.

Repeat the same procedure for the other side, without disturbing the prepared side underneath. To hold the prepared side together, you can use packing weights or packing clamps.

Fig. 18Middle of the canopy bulging out

Fig. 19Corrected canopy and centred lines

The gathered canopy apex makes a square pocket between the centre lines. Sometimes this bulges out of the centre during the folding process (Fig 18). This pocket should be pushed back between the centre lines towards the packing loops, at the top-centre of the canopy (Fig 19).

The length/tension of the centre line is carefully set for each model, taking into account construction, ageing, opening behaviour and packing characteristics.

WarningDepending on the model, you may need to apply a load of 1-2kg to your centre lines to push the canopy centre back (Fig 19). As a result, the canopy surface between the central suspension point and the packing loops may lose tension.

The centre line attachment points should lie alongside the middle of the canopy. If a centre line has been pulled to the side – between panels – move it back to the middle by holding the centre lines together at the canopy edge and/or through the Air Jet opening (Fig 40).

Matching the inner container width

Fig. 20Matching the inner container width

Check that the bottom edges of the canopy form a straight line. Divide the edge into three sections for folding points, where the middle section is the width of your container.

Start with the side that will go underneath. On the right side grab all the layers at the first folding point and fold the canopy under itself. The folding should look like Fig 44. Bear in mind that the central width is now our reference – not the canopy centre-line.

Fig. 21Folding the right side under

Fig. 22Folding layout with one side folded

Now fold the remaining side on top. Grab all the layers at the folding point and fold the canopy over itself. The final shape of the canopy now should look like Fig 48.

Fig. 23Folding the left side over

Fig. 24Folding layout with both sides folded

WarningNote that if you have a narrower container, S-fold the last, smaller parts over, and under on each side, as shown in Fig 25.

InfoFolding layout with narrower container

Matching the inner container length

The canopy is now ready to go into the container. Measure the S-fold length required from the canopy edge upwards (Fig 26).

Start at the lowest fold and lift the same length of bundle over, sliding the remaining canopy towards you. Do this carefully, so as not to ruin your previous work. Packing clamps or weights at the fold lines will help (Fig 26). Remove the packing line from the packing loops. Fig 27 shows the final result. Check that all your packing equipment is present. Do not leave anything inside the canopy (refer to your accessory checklist).

Fig. 25Adapting to the container length for the remaining folds

Fig. 26Upwards S-folds to match the container length. Remove the packing line.

WarningDo not forget to remove your packing line. A forgotten line will result in an opening malfunction and could be fatal.

Putting the folded reserve into the inner container

Flip the inner container and place it on the top of the folded reserve, upside down. Then flip the whole package and pull up the container flaps to make a neat and firm package. Hold the folded canopy edge while doing this, to keep it in shape. Keep the correct sequence when closing the flaps (see label/manual). You can use a suitable object for holding the container flaps temporarily closed. The edges and the lines will be on top of the bundle.

WarningNote that you will have to twist the bridle and the lines back into the right position after you have secured the container flaps.

Fig. 27Flip the container and pull on to the package

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