P.9
HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR?
1. To test your inflatable PFD, you will not need any spare parts, or
rearming kits.
2. Remove the CO2 cylinder, to prevent inadvertent activation of the
manual inflation system which could potentially damage the PFD.
Inspect the threaded end to confirm that it is unused.
3. Put on the PFD
4. Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with your
head above the surface.
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 the water’s surface. Note the effect of where you hold your
legs on how you float.
8. Get out of the water and remove the PFD. Completely deflate the
PFD using the oral inflator.
In approximately 80% 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 PFD. Non-swimmers
and children especially should wear a hybrid or non-inflatable PFD
at all times when on or near the water
9. Let the PFD dry thoroughly. REARM AND REPACK the PFD in
accordance with the instructions on pages 4 and 5.
WEAR YOUR PFD!
5. If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, inflate the PFD partially
so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation
without touching bottom, either orally or manually. Note this level of
inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this
inflatable PFD.
