LIFETIME = SHELF LIFE + USEFUL LIFE
After first use this product should last 5 years. Certain
environmental elements will considerably accelerate
wear: salt, sand and chemicals. In exceptional
circumstances, wear or damage could occur on the
first use which reduces the lifetime of the product
to that one, single use. Wear or damage can shorten
the product life. Shelf-life of this product in good
condition is up to 5 years before first use.
Spinlock do not offer a service of lifejackets over 10
years old. At this age it becomes difficult to guarantee
the durability of the fabric and strong parts. If you
feel that your Deckvest has had little use, then you
are able to inspect and self service the lifejacket
yourself, but this is completed at your own risk.
TEMPERATURE
Use this product only above a minimum of -30° C and
below a maximum of +60° C. When the temperature
is below freezing, even a fully charged cylinder may
not adequately inflate your lifejacket. If this occurs
use the oral tube to manually top up your lifejacket
after the CO
2
has been discharged (and not before).
DISINFECTING THE PRODUCT
When necessary, use a disinfectant that is compatible
with polyamide, polyester, polycarbonate, PVC
etc. Use diluted with clean water at a maximum
temperature of 30° C. After soaking for an hour, rinse
in clean cold water. Dry slowly, away from direct heat.
MAJOR FALLS
In the event that your full body weight is dropped a
distance and then stopped, do not continue to use
this product. Even if no external changes are visible,
internal damage may have reduced its strength
and its margin of safety. Do not hesitate to contact
Spinlock in case of doubt.
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, STORAGE
Remove gas cylinder and automatic components
and then clean by hand and rinse in clean fresh
water (maximum temperature 30° C). Dry in a cool,
ventilated dark room. Grease spots may be removed
with trichlorethylene. Webbing shrinks very slightly
in drying. Always carry and store your Deckvest
in a well ventilated bag. Though UV protected,
this product is best stored away from direct light,
in a well ventilated place away from extreme
temperatures.
CHEMICALS
All chemicals (including petrol, battery acid,
corrosive materials and solvents) should be
regarded as harmful. If your Deckvest comes in
contact with chemicals, please notify Spinlock,
stating the precise chemicals concerned. We will
investigate and give our advice.
WARNING: The deck safety harness and
safety line are intented to prevent the user
falling overboard. They do not provide
protection from falls at height. For full
guidance on the use of the safety cutter
please visit: www.spinlock.co.uk
WARNING: Some dye may transfer when first
used in wet conditions, we advise against
first using your Deckvest with light coloured
jackets.
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