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MUSTANG SURVIVAL
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OWNER’S MANUAL
– MD3151 / MD3153 / MD3154 /
INFLATABLE PFD
WHY ARE PFDs REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?
Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational
boating. A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above
water, help you to stay face up in the water, and increase your
chances for survival and rescue. Most adults only need an extra 3.2 to
5.5 kg (7 to 12 pounds) of flotation to keep their 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 yourself with the use of this
PFD so you know what to do in an emergency.
HOW AND WHY TO TEST YOUR PFD
Inflate your PFD and try it out in the water to:
1. Make sure it floats you:
• Comfortably (when worn properly)
• Adequately for expected wave conditions (body shapes/
densities affect performance)
2. Make sure it works:
• A flow of bubbles should not appear (see Care and
Maintenance Instructions for Leak Test, p. 19).
• It should inflate quickly and easily.
3. Learn how it works by:
• Activating the CO
2
inflation system
• Re-arming the CO
2
inflation system
• Using the oral inflator tube