Mustang Survival MD0450 22 manual Hypothermia, How hypothermia affects most adults

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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 hypothermia affects most adults.

How hypothermia affects most adults

 

Water

Exhaustion or

Expected

Temperature ˚C (˚F)

Unconsciousness

Time of Survival

 

 

 

 

0.3

(33)

Under 15 min.

Under 15–45 min.

0.3–4

(33–40)

15–30 min.

30–90 min.

4–10

(40–50)

30–60 min.

1–3 hrs

10–16

(50–60)

1–2 hrs.

1–6 hrs.

16–21

(60–70)

2–7 hrs.

2–40 hrs.

21–27

(70–80)

2–12 hrs.

3 hrs. to Indefinite

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 jacket style PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body than the vest or belt style PFDs. Some Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection:

1)Always wear your PFD. Even if you become incapacitated due to hypothermia, the PFD will keep you afloat and greatly improve your chances of rescue.

2)Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft, fellow survivor, or a floating object on which you can lean or climb. Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss. In cold water, drown- proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommended. Keep your head out of the water. This will greatly

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Contents Inflatable Vest With Lifttm Page Contents Introduction Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency What is AN Inflatable PFD?Component Inspection Instructions Instructions for USEReadiness Checklist Donning Instructions Inflation Automatic Backup Inflation Important Ensure the chest buckle is fastened, when inflatedOral Inflation In-water Adjustments Special Considerations for Automatic Devices Re-arming Your PFD Usage Below FreezingCap Trash Dispose of the used inflator bodyDo not turn CenterInlet IndicatorValve SingleCompletely unzip the right lobe zipper inflator side Conversion InstructionsOpening Repacking Conversion CAP RemovalRight Lobe Your PFD p.11Right Lobe Page \FIGURE Tuck in the zipper tail, so it is not exposed Fig Lobe, it should sit under the cover Ii Ensure the manual beaded handle is accessible Care and Maintenance InstructionsCheck the following at the intervals listed below Before Each UseMustang Survival Cleaning and Storing HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Automatic INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR? Put on the Inflatable Vest with Lifttm HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? Be able Wear Your PFDHow hypothermia affects most adults HypothermiaLessen heat loss and increase your survival time Do not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat Safety AccessoriesWE Save Lives for a Living
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