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Inflation system status check (see "Care and Maintenance
Instructions" on page 14).
Donning (see "Donning Instructions" on page 4).
Inflation (see "Inflating Your Inflatable PFD" on page 5).
WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT?
Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational
boating. A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above water,
help you to stay face up in the water, and increase your chances for
survival and rescue. Most adults only need an extra 7 to 12 lb (3.2 to
5.5 kg) 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.
WHAT IS AN INFLATABLE PFD?
While traditional PFDs are inherently buoyant, inflatable PFDs rely
entirely on inflation for buoyancy. Uninflated, the Inflatable PFD is
a comfortable slim collar that can be inflated at any time with a
CO
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gas cylinder. The Inflatable PFD is designed to offer maximum
mobility with minimum bulk. The Inflatable PFD (MD2014) can be
inflated either manually by jerking a pull-tab, or orally (by mouth). The
Inflatable PFD (MD2016) can be inflated either automatically during
water immersion, manually by jerking a pull-tab, or orally by mouth.
It is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the procedures
outlined in INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE .
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
This manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety
information for models MD2014 and MD2016. Model numbers are
listed on the underside label.
Congratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase!
UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSEL USE
This Inflatable PFD is not approved for “hot work” and care must be
