until firm and let stand 2 hours. A leaking Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM will not hold its firmness and should be replaced. If your Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM leaks, take it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing. Repack the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM as outlined in the Repacking section (p. 17).
ii)Oral Inflation Valve Test: To check the oral inflation valve, fully inflate the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM using the oral inflator and hold valve under water. If bubbles appear, deflate and
CAUTION: To avoid accidental inflation, don't allow the water to contact the hydrostatic inflator.
iii)Perform a thorough visual examination. See Readiness Checklist (p. 4).
Perform these tests more often if exposed to potential damage or used in extreme conditions.
3)After Each Inflation -
4)Annually - Perform the following at the beginning of each boating season, after inflation, or whenever the integrity of the Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM is in doubt:
i)Check all components for dirt or corrosion. Clean or replace, as neccessary. See Readiness Checklist (p. 4).
ii)Visually examine your Inflatable Vest with LIFTTM for damage or excessive abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in doubt, send it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.
iii)Perform the Leak Test. See the Leak Test (section 2) i) in the Care and Maintenance Instructions).
iv)Perform the Oral Inflation Valve Test: See the Oral Inflation Valve Test (section 2) ii) in the Care and Maintenance Instructions).
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