PARACHUTE RIGGER HANDBOOK
 

NOTE: The term “Velcro®” is used in a generic fashion for hook and loop fastener. While the rigger should replace the Velcro® to match the original configuration, this installation has proven superior for its holding ability and the secure line stow configuration.

1.0 DISASSEMBLY:

  1.1 Mark the location of the old Velcro® [Figure A].

  1.2 Remove the old Velcro®.

2.0 REASSEMBLY:

  2.1 Cut a new piece(s) of Velcro® to match the original.

  2.2 Position the Velcro® to the original location.

  2.3 Sew the hook Velcro® with a single needle machine. Sew an additional row of stitching down the center of the Velcro® [Figure B]. This keeps the center from lifting during use and tearing out the edge stitching.

  2.4 Position the loop line stow Velcro® to match the hook and sew along the edge, overstitching the ends [Figure C].

3.0 INSPECTION:

  3.1 Check that the location of Velcro® is the same as the original.

  3.2 Check stitch patterns and center stitching.

 
 
 
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