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1)  All belts and straps are already threaded correctly and only need to 

be adjusted for fit. The belt should fit below your rib cage adjusted to 
a tight personal fit. 

2)  Put the Inflatable PFD on just like a jacket (Fig. 2) and fasten the 

front buckle. Adjust the waist belt using the side buckle on the belt 
and secure the belt’s loose end in the belt loop. 

WARNING: Do not wear Inflatable PFDs under clothing as the 
inflation could be restricted or you could be injured.

FIGURE 2

Inflating Your Inflatable PFD

It is recommended that the following procedures be followed to inflate 
your Inflatable PFD:

1) 

Manual Inflation

 

Activate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull-
tab (Fig. 3). The Inflatable PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds.

MD3085  

MD3087 

Manual Inflator 

Automatic Inflator 

FIGURE 3

Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual  

 

 

 

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5

 

Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual

Summary of Contents for MD3085

Page 1: ...eational USCG Approved Type III Uninspected Commercial Vessels USCG Approved Type V MD3087 Inflatable PFD Manual with Automatic Backup Inflation Model Recreational USCG Approved Type II Uninspected Commercial Vessels USCG Approved Type V DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE ...

Page 2: ...g 8 Re arming Your PFD MD3085 10 Re arming Your PFD MD3087 13 Repacking 14 Is Your PFD in Good and Servicable Condition 14 Care and Maintenance Instructions 16 Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3085 17 Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD MD3087 17 How and Why to Test Your PFD 18 Model MD3087 18 How Do You Test Your PFD Using the Automatic Inflator MD3087 19 How Do You Test Your...

Page 3: ...itute for a Type III PFD MD3085 Type II PFD MD3087 when used in accordance with this owner s manual Conditions for Type V Approval in commercial applications 1 The Inflatable PFD must be worn before getting underway and whenever above deck and not within an enclosed space to meet the carriage requirement 2 The operator of an uninspected commercial vessel is responsible for servicing and maintainin...

Page 4: ... 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 33 gram CO2 gas cylinder The Inflatable PFD is designed to offer maximum mobility with minimum bulk The Inflatable PFD...

Page 5: ... indicator is green If the service indicator is red the mechanism has been fired or is incorrectly fitted see Re arming Your PFD for your model NOTE The service indicator must be green before proceeding 2 Undo the Velcro strips along both sides of the PFD MD3087 Service Indicator Automatic Inflator MD3085 Service Indicator Manual Inflator FIGURE 1 3 Ensure the oral inflation dust cap is in the sto...

Page 6: ...ap is in the stowed position Fig 6 For the MD3087 only Ensure the bobbin is valid The PFD or bobbin must have been purchased within the last three 3 years If the purchase date is unknown check the date printed on the bobbin and replace if older than three 3 years see Re arming Your PFD MD3087 p 10 Your Inflatable PFD is ready for use if all applicable boxes are checked NOTE Contact your Mustang De...

Page 7: ...elt s loose end in the belt loop WARNING Do not wear Inflatable PFDs under clothing as the inflation could be restricted or you could be injured FIGURE 2 Inflating Your Inflatable PFD It is recommended that the following procedures be followed to inflate your Inflatable PFD 1 Manual Inflation Activate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull tab Fig 3 The Inflatable PFD should f...

Page 8: ... IMPORTANT See Special Considerations for Automatic Devices 3 Oral Inflation Properly armed and inspected Inflatable PFDs will inflate when manually or automatically activated However you can fully inflate the Inflatable PFD by mouth Fig 4 should inflation not occur or if you are in a non emergency situation To orally inflate the Inflatable PFD first locate the oral inflation tube by opening the w...

Page 9: ... used in these types of conditions auto inflation does not occur prematurely If this PFD should inflate prematurely a re arm kit MA7202 is required to re arm the device IMPORTANT The Inflatable PFD should be re armed according to the instructions Re arming Your PFD MD3087 p 10 Deflating the Inflatable PFD 1 To deflate the Inflatable PFD reverse the oral inflation tube dust cap and insert it into t...

Page 10: ...ately top up the PFD after CO2 inflation WARNING CO2 inflation could over pressurize and damage your Inflatable PFD if already fully inflated Re arming Your PFD MD3085 NOTE A re arm kit MA7203 is required for this procedure IMPORTANT Follow instructions in the exact sequence below 1 Unpack or open the Inflatable PFD so that the manual inflator is exposed Fig 7 2 Remove the cylinder bayonet assembl...

Page 11: ...t Lever Step 4 FIGURE 7 4 Raise and hold the lever into the inflator housing Install a new cylinder bayonet assembly by engaging bayonet tabs in housing pushing in then turning clockwise 1 8 turn to a full stop Fig 8 9 Inflatable PFD Owner s Manual WARNING PFD WILL ONLY INFLATE IF CYLINDER IS TURNED TO A FULL STOP ...

Page 12: ...Y FOR MANUAL USE Re arming Your PFD MD3087 NOTE A re arm kit MA7202 with a valid bobbin install by date check re arm kit packaging is required for this procedure IMPORTANT Follow instructions in the exact sequence below 1 Unpack or open the Inflatable PFD so that the manual automatic inflator is exposed Fig 9 2 Remove the cylinder bayonet assembly by rotating counter clockwise and then pull out Di...

Page 13: ... Step 11 Pull Tab Lever Step 10 Yellow Bobbin white side up Step 4 Housing Shoulder Step 8 Cap Step 3 Pins MD3087 Automatic Inflator HOUSING Step 4 FIGURE 9 5 Check the housing to be sure it is clear and dry If necessary rinse the inflator with fresh water to remove dirt and salt Let dry before going to step 6 11 Inflatable PFD Owner s Manual ...

Page 14: ...g is attached Fig 9 Ensure that the CO2 cylinder has not been pierced Fig 10 Solid Cylinder Top Attached Sensor Ring Pierced Cylinder Top Broken Sensor Ring Caution Do not use the cylinder bayonet assembly if either the o ring or sensor ring is broken missing or damaged FIGURE 10 IMPORTANT You will damage the sensor ring if bobbin and cap are not installed first 10 Push and hold the lever into the...

Page 15: ...back in its stowed position on the oral inflation tube Fig 6 NOTE Before following the repacking sequence be sure to properly re arm your Inflatable PFD 1 Fold side A inward along the full length of the dotted line Fig 13 2 Fold lapel B inward along dotted lines Fasten along the full length of the Velcro Ensure that the Inflatable PFD is tucked under the Velcro strip 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 with si...

Page 16: ...IONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Federal Regulations require Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices PFDs that are legibly marked with the Coast Guard approval number are in good and serviceable condition and are the correct size for each person on board It is the responsibility of the operator to be sure this PFD is in serviceable condition To be considered serviceable this PFD shal...

Page 17: ...let stand for 16 hours A leaking Inflatable PFD will not hold its firmness and should be replaced If your Inflatable PFD leaks take it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and or servicing Repack the Inflatable PFD as outlined in the Repacking section p 13 ii Oral Inflation Valve Test To check the oral inflation valve fully inflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator and hold valve under w...

Page 18: ... the inflator see Re arming Your PFD MD3087 p 10 vi Ensure the service indicator is green Fig 1 vii Record as an Annual inspection in permanent ink on the Care and Storage label in the Date Maintained column Repack the Inflatable PFD as outlined in the Repacking section p 13 WARNING If you are not confident in the self inspection and servicing of your Inflatable PFD in accordance with these instru...

Page 19: ... and try it out in the water to Make sure it floats you Comfortably when worn properly Adequately for expected wave conditions body shapes densities affect performance Make sure it works A flow of bubbles should not appear see CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS for leak tests p 14 It should inflate quick and easily Learn how it works by Activating the CO2 inflation system Re arming the CO2 inflatio...

Page 20: ...Inflatable PFD and re arming kit MA7202 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 automatically within 10 seconds 4 See if the Inflatable PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxe...

Page 21: ... hold your legs and how you float 6 Get out of the water and remove the Inflatable PFD Completely deflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator see Deflating the Inflatable PFD p 7 Remove the CO2 cylinder bayonet assembly from the inflator 7 Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly Re arm and Repack the PFD p 13 HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR 1 No spare parts or re arming kits ...

Page 22: ...the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator 9 Let the Inflatable PFD dry thoroughly Re arm for your model and Repack the PFD p 13 WEAR YOUR PFD In approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities the victims were not wearing a PFD Most fatal accidents happen on calm sunny days This Inflatable PFD is much more comfortable to wear than other PFD types Get into the habit of wearing this Inflatable P...

Page 23: ...u become incapacitated due to hypothermia the Inflatable PFD will keep you afloat and greatly improve your chances of rescue 2 Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft fellow survivor or a floating object on which you can lean or climb Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss In cold water drown proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommende...

Page 24: ...e water 4 Mark your Inflatable PFD with your name if you are the only wearer 5 Do not alter your Inflatable PFD If it doesn t fit properly get one that does An altered device is no longer Coast Guard approved 6 Your Inflatable PFD is not intended for use as a fender or kneeling pad 7 If your Inflatable PFD is wet allow it to dry thoroughly before storing it Store it in a well ventilated area 8 Do ...

Page 25: ...n the wearer Some 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 S...

Page 26: ... 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 1126 Printed in Canada Rev 15 Mar 06 WE SAVE LIVES FOR A LIVING ...

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