Model MD3087, Put on the Inflatable PFD

MODEL MD3087

The U.S.Coast Guard recommends that you purchase two automatic re-arming kits (MA7202). One kit is to be used immediately in testing the automatic inflation system (see HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR?, p. 18) and the other to carry on board as a spare.

The U.S. Coast Guard recommends you test the automatic inflation system in the water at the beginning of each boating season. By doing this, you demonstrate that the automatic inflation system is still working properly and reduce the likelihood of premature inflation and its associated dangers.

HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR? (MD3087)

1)To test your Inflatable PFD, you will need your fully armed Inflatable PFD, and re-arming kit (MA7202) approved for your Inflatable PFD

2)Put on the Inflatable PFD.

3)Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface. Once the inflator is underwater the Inflatable PFD should fully inflate automatically within 10 seconds.

4)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.

5)Get out of the water and remove the Inflatable PFD. Remove the

used CO2 cylinder/bayonet assembly and the used bobbin from the Inflatable PFD inflator.

Deflate the Inflatable PFD by depressing the oral inflator valve (see Deflating the Inflatable PFD p. 7).

6)Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly. Re-arm and Repack the PFD (p. 13).

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