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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