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OWNER’S MANUAL for

Model 33MSPT

APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REGULATIONS

This inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for use as a
Type III 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. 

I. MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS

Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175-1993 require you to carry Coast
Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) legibly marked with
the Coast Guard approval number which are in good and serviceable
condition and are the correct size for each person on board. To be
considered serviceable, this PFD shall not exhibit deterioration that could
diminish its performance such as broken or deformed hardware,
detached webbing, rotted structural components, air leaks, or non-functional
oral inflation tube. Unless worn inflated, this PFD must also be properly
armed with a full CO2 cylinder, inflation system status indicator and an
accessible manual inflation lanyard.  A PFD which is “approved only
when worn” or “required to be worn” must be worn under the specified
conditions. 

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Summary of Contents for 33MSPT

Page 1: ...old I MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175 1993 require you to carry Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices PFDs legibly marked with the Coast Guard approval num...

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Page 3: ...es 76 107 cm Adult Large X Large 44 48 inches 112 122 cm Weight Range More than 90 pounds 41 kg Age Range 16 years of age and older Buoyancy minimum 33 7 Pounds 150 Newtons when fully inflated Inflati...

Page 4: ...efer to Page 8 2 How to Inspect the Mechanism and Cylinder The mechanism is located on your right side under the protective cover Before inspecting the mechanism remove the CO2 cylinder to prevent unn...

Page 5: ...to use it Always wear your PFD over not under clothing Caution Bulky clothing may affect the ability of this PFD to turn the wearer to a face up position in the water D INFLATED DONNING INSTRUCTIONS I...

Page 6: ...n the device is inflated with C02 than with air and that earlier replenishment by means of the oral inflation system will therefore be necessary after several hours F DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONS Depress Or...

Page 7: ...fter oral inflation will damage the PFD to the point that it will not hold air or float III CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS A GENERAL PRODUCT LIFE EXPECTANCY The reliability and service life of this...

Page 8: ...If the chamber deflates immediately bring to a certified Repair Facility for repair The device is no longer in opera tional condition d Deflate install the CO2 cylinder inspect to ensure that the PFD...

Page 9: ...eir heads above water The proper size PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer Since this inflatable PFD does not have inherent buoyancy it provides flotation only when inflated Familiarize...

Page 10: ...ep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface 5 See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is we...

Page 11: ...PFD 6 Fully inflate the PFD using the oral inflator 7 See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is well above t...

Page 12: ...ss insulation you will require When operating in cold waters below 60 F 15 6 C you should consider using a coat or jacket style PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body th...

Page 13: ...you conserve body heat 4 Keep a positive attitude about your survival and rescue This will improve your chances of extending your survival time until rescued Your will to live does make a difference...

Page 14: ...S TO YOUR BOAT Each PFD has straps hooks buckles or other means for securing the device in place on the wearer Some PFDs also incorporate decorative dee rings or tabs Such items are not to be used to...

Page 15: ...strap 2 Re Arm mechanism 3 Fold along lines A B as marked on chamber 4 A B 3 5 REPEAT for other side lines C D 6 Fold tip of chamber back and snap to webbing 7 Tuck chamber into shoulders and connect...

Page 16: ...der to be sure it has sensor ring attached Step 4 Install new cylinder by engaging bayonet tabs in housing pushing in then turning clockwise 1 8 turn to a full stop WARNING PFD WILL ONLY INFLATE IF CY...

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