Check Your Inflatable PFD
Before Using it
After purchasing your inflatable PFD, make sure it
has an unused 33 gram CO2 cylinder attached to the inflator mechanism (Fig. 1a).
Check the components and how to assemble the
inflator by following these steps:
1) Undo the Velcro™ flap on the back side of the pouch to expose the bladder and inflator (Fig. 1b).
2) Unscrew and remove the CO2 gas cylinder from the inflator and inspect its small end. If it
is pierced, replace it! (Fig. 1c).
3) Make sure the manual lever is in the
indicator pin if not already in place. Make sure
the CO2 cylinder is screwed hand tight into the inflator (Fig. 1a).
4) Check that the
properly in the stowed position (Fig. 1d) Fig. 1a
Fig. 1b | Fig. 1c | Fig. 1d |
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