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InFLAtABLe PFDs
Inflatable PfDs are special devices in that the flotation of the wearer
is not derived from inherently buoyant materials. In order for them
to do their job, you, the wearer, must do yours! This means you have
the responsibility to ensure you are familiar with the operation and
maintenance requirements of your inflatable PfD! You must also
be aware of the limitations of the device and know that it is not
approved under the Small Vessel Regulations for certain boating
activities.
ReAD YoUR oWneR’s MAnUAL AnD tHe
InFoRMAtIon LABeLs on YoUR PFD!
It CoULD sAVe YoUR LIFe!
APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE
REGULATIONS
This inflatable PfD is approved by Transport Canada for use as Type III
[MD3071] Personal flotation Device (PfD). It is not approved for water
skiing or other high impact, high speed activities. This inflatable PfD
was designed to be more comfortable and less restrictive to wear than
inherently buoyant PfDs.When worn, used, and serviced according to
this owner’s manual, this PfD 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.
The models described in this manual are Department of Transport
(Canada) approved personal flotation devices (PfDs) for use on
recreational vessels. When worn, used, and serviced according to
this owner’s manual, these PfDs can greatly increase your chances
of survival in the water. They should always be fitted with the
appropriate, unpunctured, and fully functional inflation cartridge,
or be worn fully inflated. NOT for white water paddling or personal
watercraft use. PfDs fitted with an automatic inflator are not
permitted for sailboarding activities. In order to meet the equipment
carriage requirements of the small vessel regulations, these PfDs must
be worn by an adult, in the case of an open boat or on deck or in the
cockpit in any other type of boat, or readily available to any other
adult occupant while below deck.
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