Donning Instructions
It is important that the PFD is properly adjusted to fit the person wearing
it. An incorrect fit or improper fastening of attachments could impede its
effectiveness.
1) All belts and straps are already threaded correctly and only need to
be adjusted for fit. The waist belt should fit securely.
FIGURE 9
2) Put the Inflatable PFD on just like a jacket (Fig. 9) and fasten the
front buckle. Adjust the waist belt using the side buckle on the belt
and secure the belt ’s loose end in the belt loop.
Warning: Do not wear Inflatable PFDs under clothing as the
inflation could be restricted or you could be injured.
3) The Inflatable PFD may optionally be equipped with two toggles (one
on either side). Each toggle is designed to be secured to similarly
positioned loops on leading brands of sailing jackets. If the toggle/
loop attachment is used, be sure to check the fit with garments in an
in-water test (see How and Why to Test Your PFD p. 14). This allows
you to combine the Inflatable PFD and your jacket into an easy-to-
use piece of equipment.
Inflating Your Inflatable PFD
Practise inflating the device. It is recommended that the following
procedures are followed to inflate your Inflatable PFD:
1) Manual inflation
Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull
tab. The PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds (Fig. 10 for the
CO2 Cylinder
Auto/Manual
Inflator
Lever In
Up-and-Ready
Position
Bobbin
Lanyard
Spring-Loaded
Plunger
Cap
Pull Tab
Auto
Capsule
Manual/Automatic
Inflation System (MD3031)
Green
Indicator Pin
FIGURE 6
Green
Indicator
Pin
Piercing
Pin
Manual/Automatic Model (MD3031)
Pull
Down
FIGURE 7
Red
Spring
Green
Indicato
r
MD3031
FIGURE 8
Sizing and Fit
The PFD provides 33.7 lbs of buoyancy and is designed for wearers with
a chest range of 30-52 inches weighing over 80 pounds.
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