Mustang Survival MSV971 manual Inspection and Testing, Requirements, Visual Inspection

Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Preserver and Survival Vest

Description and Maintenance Instructions

9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0

5.0INSPECTION AND TESTING

5.1REQUIREMENTS

5.1.1The MSV971 LP/SV should be inspected at the following times, as deemed appropriate by the user's Safety Systems Section:

a.Maintenance inspection on receipt from the supply depot.

b.Visual inspection before issue and upon return of the LP/SV to the Safety Systems Section.

c.Periodic maintenance inspection every 60-180 days, depending on usage. Relatively frequent use requires more frequent maintenance inspections.

d.Visual inspection after every CO2 or oral inflation.

e.Maintenance inspection whenever the integrity of the LP/SV is in doubt.

NOTE: Proper care of this garment is extremely important for best results and extended service.

5.2PRE-FLIGHT AND POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION

5.2.1The individual to whom the LP/SV is issued or assigned should carry out a visual inspection of the survival vest and outer life preserver protective container prior to, and after, each flight. The inspection should consist of the steps outlined in section 5.3 only.

5.3VISUAL INSPECTION

5.3.1A visual inspection of the LP/SV should consist of the following two procedures, describing the inspection of the inflatable cell and the inspection of the survival vest and protective container.

5.3.2Visual Inspection of the Survival Vest and Protective Container

5.3.3A visual inspection of the survival vest and protective container should consist of the following:

a.Ensure it is dry inside and out.

b.Check for the presence of all components.

c.Check for excessive wear or damage to the material, particularly stiffness, discoloration, burns, tears, abrasions, and frayed or separating edges.

d.Check for separation of seams and broken or missing stitching.

e.Ensure all metal components are intact and free from damage or corrosion.

f.Ensure front entry zipper is intact and operating freely and smoothly.

g.Ensure all adjustment straps can be adjusted freely and smoothly.

h.Ensure all pockets and pocket closures are intact.

i.Ensure the beaded CO2 inflation handle is intact and properly secured to the protective container.

j.Ensure the life preserver protective container is properly secured to the survival vest, with self-locking tie intact, and that the closure zippers and Velcro™ tab are secure.

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