Stearns Recreational 0340 manual XI. Additional Information

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X. EACH OF THESE DEVICES IS INTENDED TO HELP YOU SAVE YOUR OWN LIFE

For your PFD to function properly follow these suggestions to verify that it fits, floats and remains in good condition.

1.Check the CO2 cylinder inflation mechanism status indicator before each use.

2.Get in the habit of rearming the inflation mechanism immediately after each CO2 inflation.

3.Be sure your CO2 cylinder is screwed in tight.

4.Try your wearable PFD on and adjust it until it fits comfortably in and out of the water.

5.Mark your PFD with your name if you are the only wearer.

6.Do not alter your PFD. If it doesn't fit properly, get one that does. An altered device is no longer Coast Guard approved.

7.Your PFD is not intended for use as a fender or kneeling pad.

8.If your PFD is wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing it. Store it in a well-ventilated area.

9.Do not dry your PFD in front of a radiator or other source of direct heat.

XI. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you need more information about PFDs and safe recreational boating, contact your state boating authority, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron, Red Cross, or your nearest unit of the U.S. Coast Guard.

•Toll Free Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-368-5647

•To find out about free boating courses in your area call 1-800-336-BOAT (in Virginia, call 1-800-245-BOAT).

or see the USCG Boating Web Page at www.uscgboating.org.

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Contents See Page 3 for Conditions for Type V Approval Adult Universal for Persons Over 80 PoundsSpecifications USE Replacement KIT noInflation System II. Conditions for Type V Approval Approved only When WornIII. Instructions for USE Mandatory Carriage RequirementsPRE-DONNING Instructions Inspecting Your PFD for DamageExamine Your CO2 Cylinder Examine the inflation mechanism status indicatorsCylinder Tightness Additional Notes on CO2 CylindersOther USE Guide Lines Donning and Inflation Instructions Donning Instructions Maximizing Performance Deflation Instructions Rearming Instructions Step Rearming Instructions Step Repacking Instructions Users Inspection IV. is Yourpfd in Goodand Serviceable CONDITION?Rearming Kits Care and Cleaning InstructionsStorage VI. WHY are PFDs Required Safety EQUIPMENT?Repair ServicingVII. HOW and WHY to Test Your PFD? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR?Your fully armed PFD, HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? IX. Hypothermia VIII. Wear Your PFDSome Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection XI. Additional Information Do not Attach PFDs to Your Boat Order to Receive Important Updates On this PFDCO2 Permeation Loss Buddy Line Information
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