Mustang Survival MD3084 HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD, WHY are Pfds Required Safety EQUIPMENT?

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Always store your Inflatable PFD in a warm, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD (MD3083 and MD3084)

To clean your Inflatable PFD, remove the CO2 cylinder/bayonet assembly, cap and bobbin. Keep the bobbin dry. Hand wash or sponge down the Inflatable PFD in warm, soapy water. Rinse the PFD and inflator with clean water. Hang the Inflatable PFD to dry on a plastic coat hanger. Ensure the inflator is thoroughly dry before installing the bobbin. Be sure to replace CO2 cylinder/bayonet assembly, cap and bobbin (see Re-arming your PFD (MD3083 and MD3084), p. 10).

Always store your Inflatable PFD in a warm, dry place out of direct sunlight.

WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?

Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational boating. 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 (3.2 to 5.5 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.

HOW AND WHY TO TEST YOUR PFD

Inflate your Inflatable PFD and try it out in the water to:

·Make sure it floats you:

Comfortably (when worn properly)

Adequately for expected wave conditions (body shapes/ densities affect performance)

·Make sure it works:

A flow of bubbles should not appear (see CARE AND

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Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual

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Contents MD3081 Inflatable PFD Page Contents Mandatory Carriage Requirements What is AN Inflatable PFD? Instructions for USECongratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase Component Inspection InstructionsReadiness Checklist Oral-inflation dust cap is in the stowed positionDonning Instructions Sizing and FitAutomatic Backup Inflation MD3083 and MD3084 Inflating Your Inflatable PFDManual Inflation InformationPage Deflating the Inflatable PFD Your device is ready to be repacked see Repacking pImportant Follow instructions in the exact sequence below Usage Below FreezingRe-arming Your PFD MD3081 and MD3082 MD3081 and MD3082 Manual Inflator Re-arming Your PFD MD3083 and MD3084 Removed prior to re-arming CO2Solid TopSensor RingRepacking Sailing Harness Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION? Care and Maintenance InstructionsTether WebbingPage HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD WHY are Pfds Required Safety EQUIPMENT?Models MD3083 and MD3084 Put on the Inflatable PFDHOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR?Wear Your PFD HypothermiaHow hypothermia affects most adults Help Position Inflatable PFD Safety AccessoriesYour will-to-live does make a difference Additional Information Do not Attach PFDs to Your BoatPage We save lives for a living Mustangsurvival.com