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MUSTANG SURVIVAL – Canada

MUSTANG SURVIVAL – USA

HT1101 Rev. 10May2010

INFLATABLE

PFDs

MD2010

Manual Inflation Model

USCG APPROVALS:

RECREATIONAL: TYPE V WITH
TYPE III PERFORMANCE
APPROVED ONLY WHEN WORN,
SPECIAL USE DEVICE

MD2012

Manual with Automatic

Backup Inflation Model

USCG APPROVALS:

RECREATIONAL: TYPE V WITH
TYPE III PERFORMANCE
APPROVED ONLY WHEN WORN,
SPECIAL USE DEVICE

DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE.

DO NOT CONVERT OR ALTER THIS PFD.

The MD2010 device will not inflate automatically upon immersion.

Tab must be pulled to activate inflation mechanism.

1215 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Suite C
Bellingham, WA
USA 98225

Summary of Contents for MD2010

Page 1: ...AL USE DEVICE MD2012 Manual with Automatic Backup Inflation Model USCG APPROVALS RECREATIONAL TYPE V WITH TYPE III PERFORMANCE APPROVED ONLY WHEN WORN SPECIAL USE DEVICE DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE DO NOT CONVERT OR ALTER THIS PFD The MD2010 device will not inflate automatically upon immersion Tab must be pulled to activate inflation mechanism 1215 Old Fairhaven Parkway Suite C Bellingham WA USA 9...

Page 2: ...Inflating Your Inflatable PFD 6 Re arming Your PFD After Manual Inflation MD2010 7 Special Consideration for Automatic Devices MD2012 7 Re arming Your PFD as Manual with Automatic Backup MD2012 8 Deflating the Inflatable PFD 10 Repacking 11 Usage Below Freezing 11 IS YOUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 12 MUSTANG ACCESSORIES 13 CLEANING AND STORING OF YO...

Page 3: ... THE MANUAL INFLATOR 15 HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR MD2012 16 HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR 17 WEAR YOUR PFD 17 HYPOTHERMIA 18 EACH OF THESE DEVICES IS INTENDED TO HELP YOU SAVE YOUR OWN LIFE 19 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 20 DO NOT ATTACH PFD S TO YOUR BOAT 20 AIRLINE OPERATOR POLICY ON CARRIAGE OF INFLATABLE PDF S AND CO2 CARTRIDGES 20 ...

Page 4: ...d PFD MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175 1993 require you to carry Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices PFDs legibly marked with the Coast Guard approval number which are in good and serviceable condition and are the correct size for each person on board To be considered serviceable this Inflatable PFD shall not exhibit deterioration that could diminish it...

Page 5: ...h models MD2010 and MD2012 unless specified otherwise The model number is listed on the back of the inflatable PFD Check Your Inflatable PFD Before Using It After purchasing your Inflatable PFD make sure it has an unused 20 gram cylinder attached to the inflator mechanism Fig 2 for the MD2010 Fig 6 for the MD2012 Check the components and how to assemble the inflator by following these steps 1 Undo...

Page 6: ...If your inflator has a red lever attached to the pull tab make sure the red lever is retracted and insert the green indicator clip over the red lever if not already in place Make sure the CO2 cylinder is screwed hand tight into the inflator Fig 6 for the MD2012 Pierced OK Dust Cap in stowed position Dust Cap in deflation position C on FIGURE 2 FIGURE 4 FIGURE 3 FIGURE 5 Lever In Up and Ready Posit...

Page 7: ...ONS It is important that the PFD is properly adjusted to fit the person wearing it An incorrect fit or improper fastening of attachments could impede its effectiveness 1 All belts and straps are already threaded correctly and only need to be adjusted for fit The waist belt should fit securely IMPORTANT Ensure the PFD is properly armed with all indicators showing green Green Indicator Red Indicator...

Page 8: ...ose end in the belt loop 3 Check to be sure the device is flat against the body and is not twisted Fig 10 MD2012 MANUAL INFLATION FIGURE 12 MD2010 MANUAL INFLATION Pull Down FIGURE 11 Warning Do not wear Inflatable PFDs under clothing as the inflation could be restricted or you could be injured FIGURE 9 PUT ME ON LIKE THIS BACKSTRAP AT BACK DO NOT TWIST FIGURE 10 ...

Page 9: ...irst locate the oral inflation tube by opening the wearer s left front panel of the PFD Then remove the dust cap from the end of the oral tube and blow into the tube until the PFD is fully inflated 3 Automatic backup inflation MD2012 only Inflation will occur automatically within seconds after the inflator is immersed in water The water sensing bobbin will disintegrate triggering a spring loaded p...

Page 10: ...d tight into the inflator Do not over tighten as this can damage the internal gasket 5 Refold the PFD according to the repacking instructions Special Consideration for Automatic Devices MD2012 Premature automatic inflation causes several risks that you must address to avoid drowning The PFD might not be armed when needed either knowingly or unknowingly Much less common but also important are 1 Dou...

Page 11: ... cylinder by firmly rotating cylinder counterclockwise Discard cylinder Step 3 Remove clear cap by turning counterclockwise Step 4 Remove bobbin yellow from cap or housing unit If the bobbin is used damaged or more than 4 years old discard it Store unused bobbins in a cool dry area when not in use Check the housing to be sure it is clear and dry Note The bobbin yellow body may remain in the housin...

Page 12: ...9 INDICATOR CLIP GREEN RED LEVER HOUSING CO2 Cylinder CAP CLEAR BOBBIN YELLOW Step 8 Step 8 Step 6 Step 2 Step 9 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 3 Step 7 Step 10 FIGURE 15 ...

Page 13: ...icator clip is firmly attached YOUR PFD IS NOW READY FOR MANUAL USE WITH AUTOMATIC BACKUP DEFLATING THE INFLATABLE PFD 1 To deflate the Inflatable PFD reverse the oral inflation tube dust cap and insert it into the valve or depress valve with fingertip The dust cap will not lock in the deflate position so it is necessary to hold it in place Fig 16 2 Gently squeeze the Inflatable PFD until all air ...

Page 14: ...flator pull tab is on the outside of the folded PFD Fig 19 depicts a correctly folded PFD Usage Below Freezing When the temperature is below freezing a fully discharged cylinder may not adequately inflate your Inflatable PFD Under these conditions use the oral inflator to adequately top up the PFD Warning CO2 inflation could over pressurize and damage your Inflatable PFD if already orally inflated...

Page 15: ...l tab check the lever to ensure it is in the up and ready position with the green indicator pin properly installed iv If your PFD has a red lever attached to the pull tab check the lever to ensure it is retracted with the green indicator clip properly installed 2 Every Three 3 Months Leak Test the Inflatable PFD every three months i Orally inflate your Inflatable PFD until firm and let stand overn...

Page 16: ...CCESSORIES The MD2010 requires re arm kit MA2010 and the MD2012 requires rearm kit MA2012 Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD2010 To clean your Inflatable PFD remove the CO2 cylinder Hand wash or sponge down the Inflatable PFD in warm water and rinse with clean water Hang to dry on a plastic coat hanger Be sure to replace CO2 cylinder See Re arming your PFD After Manual Inflation MD2010...

Page 17: ...of flotation to keep their heads above water The proper size PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer Since this Inflatable PFD does not have inherent buoyancy it provides flotation only when inflated Familiarize yourself with the use of this Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency HOW AND WHY TO TEST YOUR PFD Inflate your Inflatable PFD and try it out in the water to learn...

Page 18: ...p 16 and the other to carry on board as a spare MODEL MD2012 The U S Coast Guard recommends that you purchase two automatic re arming kits MA2012 One kit is to be used immediately in testing the automatic inflation system see HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR p 16 and the other to carry on board as a spare The U S Coast Guard recommends you test the automatic inflation system i...

Page 19: ...D HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR MD2012 1 To test your Inflatable PFD you will need your fully armed Inflatable PFD and re arming kit MA2012 approved for your Inflatable PFD 2 Put on the Inflatable PFD 3 Get into shallow water just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface Once the inflator is underwater the Inflatable PFD should fully inflate automatic...

Page 20: ...thout touching bottom Note this level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this Inflatable PFD 6 Fully inflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator 7 See if the Inflatable PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is well above the water s surface Note the effect of where you hold you...

Page 21: ...se survival time because they allow you to float without using energy treading water and because of their insulating properties Naturally the warmer the water the less insulation you will require When operating in cold waters below 60 F 15 6 C you should consider using a coat or jacket style PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body than the vest or belt style PFDs Some...

Page 22: ... your Inflatable PFD to function properly follow these suggestions to verify that it fits floats and remains in good condition 1 Check the inflation mechanism status indicators before each use 2 Get in the habit of re arming the inflation mechanism right after each inflation 3 Try your wearable Inflatable PFD on and adjust it until it fits comfortably in and out of the water 4 Mark your Inflatable...

Page 23: ...e PFDs also incorporate decorative d rings or tabs Such items are not to be used to attach the device to the boat Attaching the device to the boat will not permit it to perform as intended AIRLINE OPERATOR POLICY ON CARRIAGE OF INFLATABLE PFDS AND CO2 CARTRIDGES Please be aware that the following regulations apply to the air transport of this product According to U S Research and Special Programs ...

Page 24: ...mustangsurvival com Mustang Survival and seahorse design is a registered trademark of Mustang Survival Corp Our commitment to quality has earned our Richmond facilities ISO 9001 registration the highest of all international standards This is our guarantee you re receiving the ultimate in design and manufacturing HT 1101 Printed in Canada Rev 10May2010 ...

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