Mustang Survival MD3085, MD3087 manual Before Each Use, Every Two 2 Months

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for instructions. Failure to follow these instructions rigorously could result in a non-functioning PFD causing injury or death.

Check the following at the intervals listed below.

1)Before Each Use:

i)Examine the service indicator through the window panel, ensuring it is green. If the indicator is red, the mechanism requires service. See Re-arming Your PFD (your model), p. 8 or 10.

ii)Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible.

iii)Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in doubt, send it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.

2)Every Two (2) Months:

i)Leak Test: The Inflatable PFD should be tested for general leakage by orally inflating your Inflatable PFD until firm and let stand for 16 hours. A leaking Inflatable PFD will not hold its firmness and should be replaced. If your Inflatable PFD leaks, take it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing. Repack the Inflatable PFD as outlined in the Repacking section (p. 13).

ii)Oral Inflation Valve Test: To check the oral inflation valve, fully inflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator and hold valve under water. If bubbles appear, deflate and re-inflate to test again. Should the leak persist, take your Inflatable PFD to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.

CAUTION: To avoid accidental inflation, don't allow the water to contact the inflator (MD3087).

iii)Perform a thorough visual examination. See Readiness Checklist (p. 4).

Perform these tests more often if exposed to potential damage or used in extreme conditions.

3)After Each Inflation - Re-arm the Inflatable PFD. See Re-arming Your PFD (your model), p. 8 or 10.

4)Annually - Perform the following at the beginning of each boating

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Contents MD3085 Inflatable PFD Contents Approval Conditions and Carriage Requirements Instructions for USE What is AN Inflatable PFD?Component Inspection Instructions Uninspected Commercial Vessel UseSizing and Fit Readiness ChecklistDonning Instructions Manual Inflation Inflating Your Inflatable PFDOral Inflation Automatic Backup Inflation MD3087Information Deflating the Inflatable PFD Special Considerations for Automatic Devices MD3087Important Follow instructions in the exact sequence below Usage Below FreezingRe-arming Your PFD MD3085 MD3085 Manual Inflator Re-arming Your PFD MD3087 Removed prior to re-arming MD3087 Automatic InflatorTop Repacking Care and Maintenance Instructions Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION?Every Two 2 Months Before Each UseCleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3085 HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3087Put on the Inflatable PFD Model MD3087HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR?Hypothermia Wear Your PFDOver How hypothermia affects most adultsInflatable PFD Safety Accessories Do not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat Additional InformationWE Save Lives for a Living