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01-22-2008, 2:08 PM PL#-43 Joined on 07-18-2005 The Center of the Universe Whuffo Something you should know. Cypres Service Bulletin Released - NEW Quote | Reply FYI: Just Released from Airtec. Service Bulletin January 2008 Issue date: 22.01.2008 Bulletin number: C1/2 0108 Subject: Neccessary actions in case of an unsuccessful or incomplete selftest, Cypres1 and Cypres2. Status: mandatory Identification: All Cypres1 and Cypres2 units, all versions, in case of unsuccessful or incomplete selftest and/or switch-on procedure. Background: On the 29th of December 2007 in Eloy, AZ, USA a Cypres2 unit activated a few seconds after exit. The Cypres showed problems with the switch-on several times the days before. An attempt to switch on the unit before the skydive was made, and nothing was seen on the display, but it was decided to use the parachute anyway. Fortunately there were no injuries. The technical inspection in Germany showed that this incident was a result of several factors. A very abnormal power supply defect (transient battery voltage before failure) in combination with a specific flight situation made this activation possible. After days of reconstructing and testing, we judge this as a very unique scenario. We tested a very high number of batteries in our house without any findings. There are no reports of similar cases. Service Bulletin: Please always observe the complete selftest until the „0“ appears. In the event an error code is displayed, please consult the appropriate CYPRES User's Guide for appropriate action(s). In the event that there are any irregularities or conditions during the selftest and/or switch-on procedure, which are not explained in the CYPRES User's Guide (such as unknown error codes or numbers, missing numbers, no red light, blank display, etc.) – please contact Airtec or SSK before the next jump. Compliance date: Effective immediately. Authority: Airtec GmbH & Co. KG Kai Koerner Tel: +49 2953 989948 Fax:+49 2953 1293 kai@cypres.cc Mittelstrasse 69 33181 Bad Wuennenberg Germany Distribution: All dealers Parachuting publications Parachute Industry Association    Report

01-23-2008, 6:57 PM dano Joined on 06-10-2006 bubble city illinois Post Whore Re: Something you should know. THANKS for this TECH NEWS Hector.... I as well as others dont always get by manuf sites for updates to their products which we buy and consume!!! Another GREAT reason to look forward to my actual retirement.... :) may your karma ALWAYS be positive! PL#-777    Report

01-23-2008, 9:19 PM tallguy Joined on 08-28-2005 Hoopeston IL SkyGod Re: Something you should know. yes hector!!! thanks for taking the trouble...and....dont forget to lick that taco!!!! say hi to pee-wee!!! Skytool!!! PL#-170    Report

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