ICON A5 MM : ICON Parachute System (IPS) : Extraction Rocket : Maintenance Instructions : Extraction Rocket Removal
Extraction Rocket Removal
100168-01
Use the following tasks to remove the extraction rocket system.
Applicable Aircraft Serial Numbers
All
Type of Maintenance
Line
Level of Certification
LSA-RM
Task Specific Training Required
No
Special Tools Required
None
Parts Required
None
Aircraft System and Number
16—ICON Parachute System (IPS)
Safety Equipment
As Needed
Consumables
05-02687 (WIRE, SAFETY, SST, .041)
Warning:
Contact ICON Support before beginning maintenance.
Task Instructions
1. Install the detent pin with the “REMOVE BEFORE FLIGHT” flag into the activation handle.
2. Carefully remove screw retaining activation cable into igniter. Unscrew the cone adapter (on the end of the activation cable housing) from the rocket cone and GENTLY pull the cable from the igniter/rocket cone.
Note: 
At the igniter, only 25-30lbs of force is required to ignite the rocket assembly.
Remove rocket cone and install safety wire through small hole in igniter body and threaded hole in actuator and tie to secure.
4. Remove the two shear screws retaining the pick-up collar onto the launch tube near the tip of the rocket motor. Slide the pick-up collar off the rocket motor.
5. While supporting the rocket motor assembly, remove the screws that attach the rocket base to the mounting shelf from underneath.
6. Carefully remove rocket assembly from canister and place in a cool, secure location.
Note: 
Do not return motor to BRS. It is illegal for non-licensed persons to ship a loaded rocket motor by commercial carrier.
Verification Method
The procedure is complete when the rocket system has been fully removed and placed in a secure location.