Intended use
This reserve parachute system was specifically developed as a hand-deployed reserve parachute for paragliding, paramotoring and hanggliding. Its use is not permitted in conjunction with other aerial activities such as parachuting, skydiving or base jumping. The SQR reserve system is certified according to EN 12491 and LTF NFL II 91/09 standards.
Packing and inspection requirements
Every 12 months the reserve must be opened and aired, then repacked. This repack should be recorded in the online reserve logbook.
A visual full inspection of the reserve system must be carried out by a qualified specialist after 4 and 8 years, and be recorded in the logbook.
The intended life period of the reserve is 10 years and starts from the date of first service. It can be extended by 2 years after another successful visual full inspection.
Please log all packing events including successful compatibility tests, repacks, inspections or repairs by scanning the QRCode on the certification label or on the back of this booklet. A quick log entry is also possible via www.companion.aero/repack, by direct input of your serial number.
If needed, please remind your packer to create the log entry for you.
Additional packing and inspection conditions
If the reserve gets damp or is exposed to sand, water or other hazards, a repack must be considered or the packing interval shortened.
If you are uncertain about the effects of these factors please contact a qualified organisation. To review your repacks, packing intervals, inspection and repair history you can refer to the online record that was automatically set up at product registration.
Service time, entry into service and extension
The expected service time of a reserve is 10 years. Even if the reserve has never been used, it must be replaced after this time span.
The official service time of a reserve starts when it is first installed, known as the Entry into Service date. This date must be noted on the certification label on the bridle, by whoever installs the reserve. The 10-year service time, and the dates for the repacking schedule all refer to this Entry into Service date.
Dealer repack exception: if a reserve remains in a dealer’s possession for more than a year he must air and repack it before sale to a customer. If the reserve remains in the dealer's possession for 2 years it is deemed to have entered service on this 2-year date.
Two-year extension: the intended life period of the reserve is 10 years and starts from the date of first service. It can be extended by 2 years after another successful visual full inspection. For more info check section: Packing and inspection requirements
Water and salt water
In the event of a water-landing, do not repack the reserve until it has completely dried in the air and possibly in the shadow. The best way to dry your reserve is to hang it upside down, symmetrically. If the reserve is incompletely dried (canopy or lines), it may shrink asymmetrically. Never use a heat source to speed up the drying process.
Salt water: if any part of the reserve gets wet with salt water, the whole reserve must be rinsed several times in fresh water, then dried.
Other special conditions
If a canopy shows signs of mildew or mould, its strength can be affected. It must be sent to a dealer or the manufacturer for inspection and testing.
Your reserve should be sent for a factory inspection whenever any of the following situations apply:
- 20 deployments or
- 40 repacks or
- A deployment at, close to or above the maximum certified deployment airspeed (115 km/h – 32 m/s – 71 mph)
A factory inspection should only be carried out by a certified organisation. Your local dealer can advise on this subject.
To be sure that the correct materials and techniques are used, all repairs should be done by the manufacturer.