Stearns Recreational 1341, 1339 manual VIII. Wear Your PFD, IX. Hypothermia

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9.Let the PFD dry thoroughly. REARM and REPACK the PFD in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions!

VIII. WEAR YOUR PFD

In approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities, the victims were not wearing a PFD. Most fatal accidents happen on calm sunny days. This inflatable PFD is much more comfortable to wear than other PFD types. Get into the habit of wearing this PFD. Non-swimmers and children especially should wear a hybrid or non-inflatable PFD at all times when on or near the water.

IX. HYPOTHERMIA

Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as hypothermia --- a substantial loss of body heat which leads to exhaustion and unconsciousness. Most drowning victims first suffer from hypothermia. The following chart shows the effects of hypothermia:

HOW HYPOTHERMI A AFFECTS MOST ADULTS

Water Temperature

Exhaustion or

Expected Time

°C

°(F)

Unconsciousness

of Survival

 

 

 

 

0.3

(32.5)

UNDER 15 MIN

UNDER 15 TO 45 MIN

0.3 TO 4 (32.5 to 40)

15 TO 30 MIN

30 TO 90 MIN

4 TO 10

(40 to 50)

30 TO 60 MIN

1 TO 3 HOURS

10 TO 16

(50 to 60)

1 TO 2 HOURS

1 TO 6 HOURS

16 TO 21

(60 to 70)

2 TO 7 HOURS

2 TO 40 HOURS

21 TO 27

(70 to 80)

2 TO 12 HOURS

3HOURSTOINDEFINITE

Over 27

(Over 80)

INDEFINITE

INDEFINITE

 

 

 

 

PFDs can increase survival time because they allow you to float without using energy treading water and because of their insulating properties. Naturally, the warmer the water, the less insulation you will require. When operating in cold waters [below 60°F (15.6 °C)] you should consider using a coat or

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Contents Do not Remove Prior to Sale Conditions for this Type V Approval Approved Only When WornYou must learn how to properly arm the PFD II. Mandatory Carriage Requirements Where and How to Check the Pill Water Sensing Element SpecificationsIII. Instructions for USE PRE-DONNING InstructionsExamine Your CO2 Cylinder See Rearming Instructions on back cover of this bookAdditional Notes on CO 2 Cylinders Donning InstructionsInflation Instructions Inflated Donning InstructionsDeflation Instructions Rearming and Indicator Check InstructionsOther Inflation Precautions Other USE Guidelines Refer to the back inside cover for Repacking InstructionsCare and Maintenance Instructions IV. is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION?General Product Life Expectancy InspectionStorage Care and Cleaning InstructionsRearming of Inflator Mechanism Repair VI. WHY are Pfds Required Safety EQUIPMENT?Servicing Rearming Components HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Automatic INFLATOR? VII. HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD?HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral Inflator IX. Hypothermia VIII. Wear Your PFDSome Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection Page XI. Additional Information Do not Attach Pfds to Your Boat Order to Receive Important Updates on this PFDCO2 Permeation Loss Product RegistrationAlways deflate the PFD and rearm the Inflation Mechanism Repacking InstructionsRearming / Status Indicatorinstructions Secumatic 3001S
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