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PULL-TAB
ORAL INFLATION
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR AUTOMATIC DEVICES
(MD4032)
The flotation device might not be armed when needed, either
knowingly or unknowingly, which is why before each use you should
inspect the inflator and ensure the service indicator is green.
Another consideration is premature automatic inflation, which can
occur in certain conditions, including when the device is subjected
to heavy splashing, high humidity, heavy fog, and heavy rain. If you
are using the device in these types of conditions, you may choose to
instead use a manual device or an automatic device where the inflator
requires hydrostatic pressure to activate.
Premature inflation when you are in an awkward place or position could
cause personal injury and/or damage to the device. Premature inflation
when the device is stored in a tight space could cause damage.
If this flotation device should inflate prematurely, you must
re-arm according to the instructions in this manual, using a re-arm
kit (MA4031).
CO
2
ESCAPES THROUGH THE MATERIAL OVER TIME
Manual (and automatic) inflation uses carbon dioxide (CO
2
gas) to fill your
flotation device. Over time, the CO
2
gas will slowly escape through the fabric,
and you may feel that the flotation device is losing pressure. If you’re in the
water for a prolonged period, you may need to top up your device orally.
AVOID DOUBLE INFLATION!
Do not manually or automatically activate the inflator when your flotation
device is filled with air. Doing so will result in excessively high pressure within
the inflation chamber, which may cause permanent damage to your device and/
or extreme discomfort to you.
