Mustang Survival MD3081, MD3084, MD3083, MD3082 manual Wear Your PFD, Hypothermia

1)No spare parts or re-arming kits are needed to test an Inflatable PFD.

2)Remove the CO2 cylinder/bayonet assembly to prevent inadvertent inflation, which could potentially damage the Inflatable PFD. Inspect the cylinder to confirm it is unused (Fig. 11). Unscrew and remove the cap and the bobbin (MD3083 and MD3084 only). Otherwise the bobbin will disintegrate during water immersion.

3)Put on the Inflatable PFD.

4)Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface.

5)If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, inflate the Inflatable PFD partially so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation without touching bottom, either orally or manually. Note this level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this Inflatable PFD.

6)Fully inflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator.

7)See if the Inflatable PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical. In a relaxed floating position, verify that your mouth is well above the water’s surface. Note the effect of where you hold your legs on how you float.

8)Get out of the water and remove the Inflatable PFD. Completely deflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator.

9)Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly. Re-arm (for your model) and Repack the PFD (p. 13).

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 Inflatable PFD.

Non-swimmers and children especially should wear a hybrid or non- Inflatable PFD at all times when on or near the water.

HYPOTHERMIA

Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as

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