PFD, first locate the oral inflation tube by opening the wearer ’s left front panel of the Inflatable PFD. Remove the dust cap from the end of the oral tube and blow into the tube until the Inflatable PFD is fully inflated.
WARNING: Avoid double inflation (CO2 cylinder inflation after full oral inflation) as it could damage the PFD.
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Special Considerations for Automatic Devices (MD3083 and MD3084)
The Inflatable PFD might not be armed when needed, either knowingly or unknowingly. Premature automatic inflation causes several risks that you must address to avoid drowning. Much less common but also important are:
WARNING: Avoid double inflation (CO2 cylinder inflation after full oral inflation) as it could damage the PFD.
1)Inflation when stored in a tight space could damage the PFD, and
2)The PFD could inflate when you are in an awkward place or position.
Premature inflation may occur in certain conditions, including when the device is subjected to: heavy splashing, high humidity, heavy fog, and heavy rain.
Care and attention should be taken to ensure that when the device is used in these types of conditions,
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