I - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Plastimo offers a complete range of inflatable lifejackets to suit all types of uses.
Those models are equipped with a manual, automatic or hydrostatic firing head. Each lifejacket can also be manually inflated if
necessary.
These lifejackets have been designed for a people weighing over 40 kg and with a waist measurement between 60 and 130 cm
or between 130 and 170cm depending on the model.
Lifejackets only reduce the risk of drowning; they are not a life-saving guarantee.
Inflatable lifejackets are available with or without safety harness.
CAUTION : The deck safety harness and its tether are intended to prevent the wearer from falling overboard, they do not
provide protection against falls from a height. It is dangerous to wear this harness not tightened correctly. Also, harness must be
adjusted to be efficient.The deck harness and the tether may transmit very large forces to the anchorage point. Only fasten to
anchorage points or strong jacklines.
Anchorage points shall be able to withstand forces of more than 2 tons.
The harness should be used in conjunction with an EN ISO 12401 approved tether.
II - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
To be used for offshore navigation, this enables to wear stormy weather clothing.
This lifejacket only functions when fully inflated. When inflated, it will turn most users face up, even unconscious.
Do not sit down on the lifejacket. Do not use as a cushion.
The performances of your lifejackets can be altered when using some kind of waterproof clothing or in other circumstances. Do
not wear an inflatable lifejacket under any clothing or safety harness. This is not a lifejacket until fully inflated.
1- Inspection before use
Perform a visual inspection prior to using:Check the lifejacket is not damaged. Make sure the CO2 cylinder is full and firmly
screwed and ensure the firing handle is visible outside the lifejacket cover.
Check the colour of the firing indicator.
1a – Manual inflation lifejacket
Green indicator: inflation mechanism ready to operate.
Red indicator : inflation mechanism out of service. The inflation system must be rearmed (refer to § Rearming instructions).
1b - Automatic inflation lifejacket – grey model
Green indicator: inflation mechanism ready to operate.
At least one red indicator or both : inflation mechanism out of order. The inflation system must be rearmed (refer to § Rearming
instructions).
1c- Automatic inflation lifejacket – yellow model
Green indicator: inflation mechanism ready to operate.
At least one green indicator off or both : inflation mechanism out of order. The inflation system must be rearmed (refer to §
Rearming instructions).
1d – Hydrostatic inflation lifejacket
Green indicator: inflation mechanism ready to operate.
Red indicator : inflation mechanism out of service. The inflation system must be rearmed (refer to § Rearming instructions).
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Check also the expiry date on the water-dissolving cartridge or the hydrostatic firing system. If the expiry date is exceeded,
the inflation system is out of order. The water-dissolving cartridge or the hydrostatic firing system must be replaced (refer to §
Rearming instructions).
2 - Donning instructions
Put on the lifejacket like a jacket.
Fasten the buckle in front.
Tighten and adjust the belt.
3 - Inflation
Inflation can be triggered in 3 different ways:
3a - Manual inflation: pull the activating handle sharply downward.
3b - Automatic inflation (Available only for lifejackets with automatic or hydrostatic firing head): Inflation starts automatically
after the lifejacket comes in contact with water.
3c - Oral inflation: open the top cap and blow in the oral inflation tube. Oral inflation can be used as a back-up or as an
emergency method of inflation.
Warning: Never activate the firing system if the lifejacket is already partially or fully inflated.
4 - Re-arming instructions
Before re-arming your lifejacket, clearly identify which firing head is fitted on.
4a - Manual lifejacket
After manual inflation, fold back the firing lever into normal position until the “clic”. Unscrew the used CO2 gas bottle. Firmly
screw on the new CO2 gas bottle.
4b- Automatic inflation lifejacket – grey model
After manual inflation, fold back the firing lever into normal position until the “clic”. Unscrew the used CO2 gas bottle. Firmly
screw on the new CO2 gas bottle.
Never wear a lifejacket without adjusting the fit : we recommend you to try out your lifejacket in order to practice adjusting it and
obtain a proper fit.
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IMPRESSION PANTONE 072
SUPPORT : OFFSET 80 GRS
