Mustang Survival MD3184 manual What is AN Inflatable PFD?, WHY are Pfds Required Safety EQUIPMENT?

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less restrictive to wear than inherently buoyant PFDs. When worn, used and serviced according to this owner’s manual, this PFD can greatly increase your chances of survival in the water. Not recommended for non-swimmers or weak swimmers. Users of inflatable PFDs must be at least 16 years old.

NOTE TO UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSEL OPERATORS

The operator of the vessel is required to provide the following user information to each person on board.

Inflatable PFDs will not provide any buoyancy without being inflated. Follow these instructions to be sure your PFD is armed and donned correctly, and that you understand how to inflate the device.

Basic visual inspection for readiness, see p. 4

Inflation system status check, see p. 4

Donning, see p. 5

Inflation, see p. 6

WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?

Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational and commercial vessels. A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above water, help you to stay face up in the water, and increase your chances for survival and rescue. Most adults only need an extra 7 to 12 pounds (15.4 to 26.4 kg) of flotation to keep their heads above water. The proper size PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer.

Since this Inflatable PFD does not have inherent buoyancy, it provides flotation only when inflated. Familiarize yourself with the use of this Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency.

WHAT IS AN INFLATABLE PFD?

While traditional PFDs are inherently buoyant, inflatable PFDs, rely entirely on inflation for buoyancy. Uninflated, the Inflatable PFD is a comfortable slim collar that can be inflated at any time with a 33-gram

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Contents MD3183 Inflatable PFD Contents Approval Conditions and Carriage Requirements What is AN Inflatable PFD? WHY are Pfds Required Safety EQUIPMENT?Instructions for USE MD3183 UnpackedUninspected Commercial Vessel Use Readiness ChecklistComponent Inspection Instructions Inflating Your Inflatable PFD Donning InstructionsAbout the readiness of your Inflatable PFD Sizing and Fit Automatic Backup Inflation Manual InflationAutomatic Inflator InformationDeflating the Inflatable PFD Special Considerations for Inflatable DevicesImportant Ensure all air has been removed from the PFD Usage Below FreezingYour device is ready to be repacked see Repacking p Re-arming Your PFD Trash Dispose of the used inflator bodyShaft Black RingRepacking Fold over the top side E and cover F Fasten the Velcro tab H to keep zipper closed Sailing Harness Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION? Check the following at the intervals listed belowBefore Each Use Ii Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessibleEvery Two 2 Months HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFDVi Ensure the single point status indicator is green Fig HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Automatic INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? Put on the Inflatable PFDWear Your PFD HypothermiaHow hypothermia affects most adults Page Additional Information Inflatable PFD Safety AccessoriesDo not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat WE Save Lives for a Living
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