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is, replace the inflator (see Re-arming Your PFD, p. 13).

Readiness Checklist

Check your Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM and ensure all of the checkpoints listed below are true before each use.

■ Single point indicator is green.

■ Ensure the current date is not past the date on the inflator. If it is, replace the inflator (see Re-arming Your PFD, p. 13).

■ All zippers, Velcro™ and waist buckle are securely fastened. ■ Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM is not twisted.

■ Harness, if provided, the shoulder straps are through the shoulder strap harness closures and no straps are twisted (p. 22).

■ Oral-inflation dust cap is in the stowed position (Fig. 22).

■ Ensure the inflation pull-tab is hanging on the outside (Fig. 33).

■ No rips, tears or holes; all seams are securely sewn; and the fabric, straps and hardware are still strong.

Your Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM is ready for use if all boxes are checked.

NOTE: Contact your Mustang Dealer if you have any concerns about the readiness of your Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM.

Donning Instructions

It is important that the PFD is properly adjusted to fit the person wearing it. An incorrect fit or improper fastening of attachments could reduce its effectiveness.

1)Put the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM on just like a jacket (Fig. 3). If the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM is already inflated prior to donning, it may be excessively tight while donning. If so, expel some air by depressing the oral tube valve, don the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM, and refill Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM by mouth using the oral tube.

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Contents Inflatable Vest With Lifttm Page Contents Conditions for Type V Approval in commercial applications Approval Conditions and Carriage RequirementsPage What is AN Inflatable PFD? Instructions for USE Component Inspection Instructions Uninspected Commercial Vessel UseWhen used with harness MA1900, the bottom of the belt must Readiness ChecklistIs, replace the inflator see Re-arming Your PFD, p Donning InstructionsMustang Survival Inflation Fasten the chest straps and adjust to a snug fit Automatic Backup InflationOral Inflation In-water Adjustments Special Considerations for Automatic Devices Open the tabs Usage Below FreezingRe-arming Your PFD Trash Dispose of the used inflator bodyShaft IndicatorInlet ValveBlack Sealing ring FigYour PFD p.13 RepackingRight Lobe Mustang Survival Page Tuck in the zipper tail, so it is not exposed Fig MA1900 Sailing Harness USE with MD0450 only Inserting the MA1900 Sailing Harness Page Mustang Survival Harness Closures Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION? Adjusting the MA1900 Sailing HarnessIi Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible Care and Maintenance InstructionsCheck the following at the intervals listed below Before Each UseVi Ensure the single point status indicator is green Fig Cleaning and Storing HOW and WHY to Test Your PFDHOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Automatic INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR?Put on the Inflatable Vest with Lifttm HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? Wear Your PFD How hypothermia affects most adults HypothermiaLessen heat loss and increase your survival time Do not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat Additional InformationMustang Survival Page WE Save Lives for a Living
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