(l) If the binding tape was damaged during removal, replace the damaged area as required using a double needle sewing machine with ¾-inch binding attachment, size E nylon thread and 7 to 11 stitches per inch. 

(m) Using a medium-duty zig-zag sewing machine, size E nylon thread and 7 to 11 stitches per inch, reattach the protector flap to the container in accordance with the original stitch formation. 

(n) Using a medium-duty sewing machine, size E nylon thread and 7 to 11 stitches per inch, re-sew the hook and pile fastener tape removed in step (a) above. 

(o) Reroute the long and short housings and tack back into place using procedures outlined in WP 0042 00. 

(p) Re-tack reserve ripcord housing IAW WP 0043 00. 

d. Replacing Ripcord Protector Flap. Replace the ripcord protector flap as follows: 

(1) Remove approximately 2-inches of stitching that secures the hook and pile fastener tape on each side of the container. 

(2) Carefully cut and remove only the upper tacking securing the reserve ripcord housing to the container. 

(3) Carefully cut and remove the tacking securing the main canopy release ripcord housings. 

(4) Remove the short housing and set aside, remove only the ¾-inch keepers and set aside. 

(5) Cut stitching and remove the ripcord protector flap. 

(6) Obtain a new protector flap from supply stock. 

(7) Using a medium-duty zig-zag sewing machine, size E nylon thread and 7 to 11 stitches per inch, reattach the protector flap to the container in accordance with the original and stitch formation. 

(8) Using a medium-duty sewing machine, size E nylon thread and 7 to 11 stitches per inch, re-sew the hook and pile fastener tape removed in step (1) above. 

(9) Reroute the long and short housings and tack back into place using procedures outlined in WP 0042 00. 

(10) Re-tack reserve ripcord housing IAW WP 0043 00. 

