Mustang Survival MD3075 manual HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR?

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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 and how you float.

6)Get out of the water and remove the Inflatable PFD. Completely deflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator (see Deflating the

Inflatable PFD p. 5). Remove the CO2 cylinder/bayonet assembly from the inflator.

7)Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly. Re-arm & Repack the PFD (p. 6).

HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR?

1)No spare parts or re-arming kits are needed to test your 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. 7).

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, orally inflate the Inflatable PFD partially so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation without touching bottom. 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 tube.

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 tube.

9)Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly. Re-arm and repack the PFD (p. 6).

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Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual

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Contents Manufacturers Manual Contents Mandatory Carriage Requirements What is AN Inflatable PFD?Readiness Checklist Instructions for USEComponent Inspection Instructions Donning Instructions Inflatable PFD is not twistedSizing and Fit Inflating Your Inflatable PFD Your device is ready to be repacked see Repacking p Deflating the Inflatable PFDUsage Below Freezing Re-arming Your PFD MD3075Important Follow instructions in the exact sequence below Tab Cylinder Piercing Pin Fold sides to meet in the middle RepackingBefore Each Use Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION?Care and Maintenance Instructions Check the following at the intervals listed belowEvery Two 2 Months Ii Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessibleEnsure the service indicator is green Fig Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3075Put on the Inflatable PFD HOW and WHY to Test Your PFDHOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? Wear Your PFD HypothermiaHow hypothermia affects most adults Help Position Inflatable PFD Safety Accessories Additional InformationDo not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat Page WE Save Lives for a Living