Operational Use
Inflation of Sled:
Carefully unpack from the carry bag on a level ground clear of dust, debris or sharps –
preferably on a protective ground/salvage type sheet.
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Take out of bag and unravel slightly and ensure valves are open to allow air intake (but not
water)
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lay out on floor slowly firstly in ‘Z’ shape then stretch out straighter
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close valves – lightly press/push centre/poppet inwards and rotate quarter turn in either
clockwise or anti-clockwise direction
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Inflate fully (using manually operated pump provided) firstly the floor so that the pressure
relief valve operates
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Carefully look at the pressure required on the outer face of side wall valve – if non printed
on valve then inflate carefully to 0.25 bar / 3.6 psi / 24.82 Kpa. Go up to the stated
pressure, but do not over pressure so that they form a good almost “hard” shape
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The pump provided has a low and high pressure setting and a gauge to assist with inflation
level monitoring.
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Recheck inflation of floor.
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Ensure valve caps are inserted and locked in place
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Ensure that all straps are fastened correctly and held inside sled so as not to be a trip
hazard and ready for operations.
Deflation and Stowage:
After use, (ensure valve caps are inserted and locked in place to prevent egress of water or dirt)
wash off with clean water (clean with mild soap if needed for dirt) and allow the sled and all
straps to dry naturally and thoroughly (unclip straps and dry separately if necessary) before
storage. For suspected possible biological or pathogenic contamination, use a proprietary non-
damaging to fabric decontamination disinfectant e.g. Biochem and observe the manufacturer's
instructions.
If deflation to store is required:
1.
When dry, ensure removal of non-sled related items that may be present
2.
Arrange all straps tidily
3.
Deflate both buoyancy chambers - floor and side walls by opening valves – slightly press
inner centre/poppet and turn to lock open (see above)
4.
Slowly flatten on one side wall firstly - then form into ‘Z’ shape then bend and flatten further
so that it will fit into bag
5.
At point of maximum compression close both valves and valve caps are inserted and
locked in place
6.
Place into bag and snap clasps shut on bag
Note: the pump provided has a suction side to assist with full deflation
Summary of Contents for Aquatic Sled
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