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Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual

MD3025 Manual Inflation Pouch Model

USCG Approved Type V,

Approved Only When Worn,

Special Use Device

DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE.

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Page 1: ...Inflatable PFD Owner s Manual MD3025 Manual Inflation Pouch Model USCG Approved Type V Approved Only When Worn Special Use Device DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE ...

Page 2: ...D can greatly increase your chances of survival in the water Not recommended for non swimmers or weak swimmers Users of inflatable PFDs must be at least 16 years old Why Approved Only When Worn This PFD requires more frequent checks than Type III Inflatable PFDs with cylinder seal indicators or inherently buoyant PFDs This approval condition lets users overcome its design trait that would otherwis...

Page 3: ...al inflation lanyard A PFD which is approved only when worn or required to be worn must be worn under the specified conditions What is an Air only PFD While traditional PFDs are inherently buoyant air only PFDs rely entirely upon inflation for buoyancy Uninflated the inflatable PFD is a comfortable waist belt pack that can be inflated at any time with a 33 gram CO2 gas cylinder The inflatable PFD ...

Page 4: ...s 1 Undo the Velcro flap on the back side of the pouch to expose the bladder and inflator Fig 1b 2 Unscrew and remove the CO2 gas cylinder from the inflator and inspect its small end If it is pierced replace it Fig 1c Make sure the CO2 cylinder is screwed hand tight into the inflator Failure to do so may cause the PFD to not inflate 3 Make sure the manual lever is in the up and ready position and ...

Page 5: ...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 MD3025 waist belt should fit securely below your rib cage 2 Put the inflatable Pouch PFD on just like a standard waist belt pack and fasten the front buckle Adjust waist belt to a snug comfortab...

Page 6: ...rocedures are followed to inflate your PFD 1 Manual inflation Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull tab The PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds Fig 3a 2 Oral inflation Properly armed and inspected manual inflatable PFD models will inflate However should inflation not occur or in a non emergency situation you can fully inflate the PFD by mouth Fig 3b To orally in...

Page 7: ... CO2 cylinder If used or damaged discard the CO2 cylinder Fig 1c 2 Check the manual lever to ensure it is in the up and ready position with the green indicator pin properly installed If the green indicator pin is missing or damaged replace it Fig 4a 3 Install an unused CO2 cylinder by screwing it into the top of the inflator and hand tighten Do not over tighten as this can damage the internal gask...

Page 8: ... normal stowed position Fig 1d Note Before following the repacking sequence be sure to properly rearm your inflatable PFD Warning Ensure the lanyard and pull tab are not twisted around the inflator or cylinder before re packing Ensure attachment webbing between the bladder and pouch is not twisted before re packing 1 Lay the bladder and pouch out on a flat surface with the bladder s inflator and o...

Page 9: ...e wings on top of the bladder and secure wingtips together with Velcro at ends Fig 6d 6 Fold the lower flap up and secure both side edges to wings with Velcro Fig 6d 7 Fold the upper flap down onto the lower flap and secure with the Velcro running across the width of the pouch Fig 6d Ensure the yellow inflator pulltab is still hanging out of the upper left corner lower right corner when donned as ...

Page 10: ...are still strong Inspect the inflatable portion of the PFD in accordance with the CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The buoyancy cell and inflation system should be checked at least every three months In addition the following maintenance should be performed after each time you wear or inflate the PFD 1 Remove and inspect the CO2 cylinder from the inflator 2 Check...

Page 11: ...m parts and repack PFD as outlined in previous instructions and illustrations Leak test Every three months the PFD should be tested for general leakage by orally inflating your inflatable PFD until firm and let stand overnight A leaking PFD will not hold its firmness and should be replaced Warning If you are not confident in the self inspection and servicing of your PFD in accordance with these in...

Page 12: ...FETY 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 pounds of flotation to keep their heads above water The proper size PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer Si...

Page 13: ...rks by Activating the CO2 inflation system Rearming the CO2 inflation system Using the oral inflator tube The U S Coast Guard recommends that you purchase two rearming kits One to be used immediately in testing the inflation system see HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE MANUAL INFLATOR and the other to carry on board as a spare The only check of the manual inflation system with CO2 cylinder and gr...

Page 14: ... that you can stand with your head above the surface 5 See if the 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 your legs on how you float 6 Get out of the water and remove the PFD Remove the used CO2 cylinder from the PFD inflator Completely deflate the PFD...

Page 15: ...t you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation without touching bottom either orally or manually Note this level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this inflatable PFD 6 Fully inflate the PFD using the oral inflator 7 See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth ...

Page 16: ...tims first suffer from hypothermia The following chart shows the effects of hypothermia How Hypothermia Affects Most Adults Water Exhaustion or Expected Time Temperature C F Unconsciousness of Survival 0 3 32 5 Under 15 min Under 15 to 45 min 0 3 to 4 32 5 to 40 15 to 30 min 30 to 90 min 4 to 10 40 to 50 30 to 60 min 1 to 3 hours 10 to 16 50 to 60 1 to 2 hours 1 to 6 hours 16 to 21 60 to 70 2 to 7...

Page 17: ...n proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommended Keep your head out of the water This will greatly lessen heat loss and increase your survival time 3 Use the standard H E L P position when wearing an inflatable PFD drawing the legs up to a seated position because doing so will help you conserve body heat 4 Keep a positive attitude about your survival and rescue Th...

Page 18: ...inflation 3 Try your wearable PFD on and adjust it until it fits comfortably in and out of the water 4 Mark your PFD with your name if you are the only wearer 5 Do not alter your PFD If it doesn t fit properly get one that does An altered device is no longer Coast Guard approved 6 Your PFD is not intended for use as a fender or kneeling pad 7 If your PFD is wet allow it to dry thoroughly before st...

Page 19: ...ch 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 BUDDY LINE The MA7636 Accessory Pouch contains a Buddy Line intended for use in two situations 1 When more than one person is in the water tie the Buddy Lines together to ensure that you do not drift apart This makes it much more likely that a rescuer will be able...

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