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maximum mobility with minimum bulk. The Inflatable PFD (MD2015)
can be inflated either manually by jerking a pull-tab, or orally
(by mouth). The Inflatable PFD (MD2017) can be inflated either
automatically during water immersion, manually by jerking a pull-tab,
or orally by mouth. It is recommended that you familiarize yourself
with the procedures outlined in INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
This manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety
information for models MD2015 and MD2017. The model number is
listed on the underside label.
Component Inspection Instructions
1) Examine the service indicator through the window panel
(Fig. 1). Ensure the service indicator is green. If the service
indicator is red, the mechanism has been fired or is incorrectly
fitted (see "Re-arming Your PFD (MD2015)" on page 7 or see
"Re-arming Your PFD (MD2017)" on page 9).
Note: The service indicator must be green before
proceeding.
2) Undo the Velcro
™
strips along both sides of the PFD (Fig. 1).
MD2017 Service Indicator
Automatic Inflator
MD2015 Service Indicator
Pull Tab
Manual Inflator
Pull Tab
Service Indicators
Figure 1
3) Ensure the oral-inflation dust cap is in the stowed position (Fig. 6).
4) Ensure the service indicator is green and the pull-tab lanyard is
hanging on the outside (Fig. 1); secure the Velcro
™
strips on both
sides of the Inflatable PFD.
5) For the MD2017 only – Ensure the bobbin is valid. The PFD, or
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