A f ter donning, locate the Jerk To Infl a te tab f or the mechanism. It should protrude f rom the PFD as show n on the pictogram. Make sure that you are comf ortable locating the Jerk To Infl a te tab w ith either hand. Should an emergency develop, be prepared to use it! A lw ays w ear your PFD over, not under clothing.
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Practice closing hardw are and adjusting straps before use or prior to
INFLATED DONNING INSTRUCTIONS
Inflatable PFDs can be very diff icult to don w hen f ully inflated. Deflate through the Oral Tube until enough gas has escaped to don. See DEFLA TION INSTRUCTIONS on page 9. Don as described above and
INFLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.Manual Inflation - To inflate, grasp the Jerk to Inflate tab and pull sharply downwards.
2.Automatic Inflation – The automatic Inflation Mechanism will activate when the device is totally immersed in water. Depending upon temperature, the device will obtain full buoyancy within 5 to 10 seconds. It is recommended that the user regard the automatic system as a backup and always be prepared to pull the Jerk to Inflate tab upon immersion.
3.Oral Inflation - The Oral Tube is located on the wearer's left side. Grasp the Oral Tube and bring to mouth. Blow air through the Oral Tube until the Inflatable Chamber is firm. If
the chamber becomes soft due to CO2 permeance, Oral Inflation will be necessary to maintain full buoyancy.
4.Cold Inflation - Oral Inflation may be required in addition to manual or automatic inflation if chamber is not firm due to cold temperatures at or below 40° F (4° C). Inflation time using
CO2 gas will be longer at these temperatures. Activation of automatic system may also be slower. Always be prepared to use the manual inflation system! See FREEZING TEMPERATURES on page 10.
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