Mustang Survival MSV971 manual Maintenance and Care, Cleaning, Treatment After Immersion

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Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Preserver and Survival Vest

Description and Maintenance Instructions

9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0

4.0MAINTENANCE AND CARE

4.1GENERAL

4.1.1After immersion in water (other than fresh clean water), the LP/SV modules should be either washed or rinsed separately. To increase the life of the garment, it is recommended to wash the LP/SV only when required.

4.2CLEANING

4.2.1Laundering Procedures NOTE: Do not dry clean.

Do not use bleach or other chlorine products. Do not use fabric softeners.

Do not tumble dry. Do not iron.

Do not dry in front of a radiator or other source of direct heat. Do not store in a wet condition.

a.Separate layers (Life Preserver and Survival Vest).

b.Ensure all pockets are emptied.

c.Hand wash or sponge down an area of the Life Preserver/Inflatable Cell fabric in warm (100°F) soapy (using mild laundry detergent) fresh water, then rinse with clean water. Do not completely immerse the Life Preserver/Inflatable Cell. If machine washing the Survival Vest, use the gentle cycle with a mild detergent or soap.

d.Hang to dry the layers in a well-ventilated area, which is free from direct sunlight. Ensure the Life Preserver and Survival Vest are completely dry before reassembling.

e.Reassemble the LP/SV.

4.2.1.1To avoid mildew, hang dry the LP/SV after every use, and be sure not to stow the product away while damp.

4.3TREATMENT AFTER IMMERSION

4.3.1Whenever a LP/SV has been immersed in water, it must be treated as specified below and then inspected in accordance with the current authorized servicing schedule.

4.3.2Fresh Water Immersion

4.3.2.1 Allow the LP/SV to dry naturally, preferably in the open air.

4.3.3Salt Water Immersion

4.3.3.1Disassemble the layers (Life Preserver and Survival Vest) and rinse thoroughly with clean, fresh water. Allow the LP/SV modules to dry naturally, preferably in the open air.

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Contents June 9, 2004, REV Table of Contents Table of Figures Vest SizesIntroduction Testing 5 FitFeatures Design and ConstructionGeneral Assembled LP/SVLife Preserver Inflatable CellDocument and may not be considered current when printed Manual CO2 Inflation Device Beaded CO2 Inflation HandleOral Inflator Protective ContainerSurvival Vest GrommetRescue Harness System Adjustable Waist BeltSide Adjustment Straps Ballistic Liner Attachment Points OperationComponent Locations Inflated Cell Donning and Packing Instructions General Folding and Packing InstructionsSliders PositionZipper Closing Step f. Folding and Packing Instructions Harness Loop Step j. Folding and Packing Instructions Step o. Folding and Packing Instructions Maintenance and Care CleaningTreatment After Immersion Fresh Water ImmersionService Life Maintenance ReportingWork Area StorageInspection and Testing RequirementsPRE-FLIGHT and POST-FLIGHT Inspection Visual InspectionMaintenance Inspection Visual Inspection of the Inflatable CellInflatable Cell Test Inflation Manifold Valve TestOral Inflator Valve Test CO2 Cylinder Inspection and Weight Test CO2 Inflation Device TestRepairs Identification of DefectsSurvival Vest or Protective Container SewingProtective Container Fabric Patching Damage TreatmentRepair Materials Step b. Patching Steps f. and g. Patching 12 mm 1/2 Oral Inflator Valve CO2 Inflation DeviceStep a. Replace Inflatable Cell Self-locking Tie Step g. Replace Inflatable Cell Self-locking Tie CO2 CylinderParts List SummaryMSV971 Survival Vest and Index Numbers Parts List for the MSV971 Survival Vest MM Solas Reflective Tape MSV971 Inflatable Cell and Index Numbers MSV971 Protective Cover and Index Numbers
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