Mustang Survival MD3075 manual Inflating Your Inflatable PFD

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Deployment and Use of the PFD (Fig2, Step 3-6)

Inflating then donning

1)Either pull out the bladder from fabric casing, then inflate orally, or pull sharply on tab to inflate.

2)Put over head.

3)Tie the tie tapes at neckline

Donning then inflating

1)Pull out the bladder.

2)Put over head.

3)Pull sharply on tab to inflate or inflate orally.

4)Tie the tie tapes at neckline.

Inflating Your Inflatable PFD

It is recommended that the following procedures be followed to inflate your Inflatable PFD:

1)Manual Inflation

Activate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull- tab (Fig. 3). The Inflatable PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds.

FIGURE 3

Permeation Loss Information

When inflated, the carbon dioxide (CO2 gas) used to inflate the PFD will slowly escape through the fabric over time. A slight reduction of pressure will be observed after several hours of inflation. Topping up by oral inflation may be required in the event of very prolonged immersion.

2)Oral Inflation

Properly armed and inspected Inflatable PFDs will inflate when manually or automatically activated. However, you can fully inflate

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Contents Manufacturers Manual Contents What is AN Inflatable PFD? Mandatory Carriage RequirementsReadiness Checklist Instructions for USEComponent Inspection Instructions Donning Instructions Inflatable PFD is not twistedSizing and Fit Inflating Your Inflatable PFD Deflating the Inflatable PFD Your device is ready to be repacked see Repacking pUsage Below Freezing Re-arming Your PFD MD3075Important Follow instructions in the exact sequence below Tab Cylinder Piercing Pin Repacking Fold sides to meet in the middleCheck the following at the intervals listed below Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION?Care and Maintenance Instructions Before Each UseIi Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible Every Two 2 MonthsCleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3075 Ensure the service indicator is green FigHOW and WHY to Test Your PFD Put on the Inflatable 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