Mustang Survival MD2017 INFLATABLE PFD User Manual

HT3160 (Rev28AUG2015)
DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE
MD2015 INFLATABLE PFD
Manual Inflation Model
APPROVED BY
TRANSPORT CANADA
WARNING: The MD2015 will not inflate
automatically upon immersion. Tab must be pulled
to activate inflation mechanism.
MD2017 INFLATABLE PFD
Manual with Automatic
Backup Inflation Model
APPROVED BY
TRANSPORT CANADA
HT3160_MD2015_MD2017_28AUG2015.indd 1 28/08/2015 10:39:30 AM

Mustang Survival MD2017 INFLATABLE PFD Specifications

General

Size	Universal
Chest Size	30" - 52"
Material	Nylon
Reflective Tape	Yes
Type	Inflatable
Approval	USCG Approved
Activation Method	Manual
Inflator Type	Halkey Roberts
Color	Red
Weight	1.5 lb
Whistle	Yes

Summary

Understanding Inflatable PFDS

Instructions for Use

Readiness Checklist

Provides a list of checks to ensure the PFD is ready for use before deployment.

Inflating Your Inflatable PFD

Manual Inflation

Describes the process of inflating the PFD using the manual pull-tab mechanism.

MD2017 Automatic Backup Inflation

Explains the automatic inflation triggered by water immersion for the MD2017 model.

Oral Inflation

Special Considerations for Automatic Devices (MD2017)

Deflating the Inflatable PFD

Re-arming Your PFD (MD2015)

MD2015 PFD Re-arming Procedure

Details the step-by-step process for re-arming the MD2015 PFD after inflation.

Re-arming Your PFD (MD2017)

MD2017 PFD Re-arming Procedure

Provides instructions for re-arming the MD2017 PFD, including bobbin replacement.

Repacking

Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable Condition?

Care and Maintenance Instructions

How and Why to Test Your PFD

PFD Testing Overview

Explains the purpose of testing, ensuring the PFD floats and functions correctly.

MD2017 PFD Testing Recommendations

How to Test Your PFD Using the Automatic Inflator? (MD2017)

MD2017 Automatic Inflator Testing

How to Test Your PFD Using the Manual Inflator?

Manual Inflator Testing

How to Test Your PFD Using the Oral Inflator?

Oral Inflator Testing

Hypothermia

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