SOSpenders 24MSPT-1 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL for
Model 24MSPT-1
APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REGULATIONS
This inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for use as a
Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD). It is not approved for water
skiing or other high impact, high speed activities. This inflatable PFD
was designed to be more comfortable and less restrictive to wear than
inherently buoyant PFDs. When worn, used and serviced according to
this owner’s manual, this PFD can greatly increase your chances of
survival in the water. Not recommended for non-swimmers or weak
swimmers. Users of inflatable PFDs must be at least 16 years old.
I. MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS
Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175-1993 require you to carry Coast
Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) legibly marked with
the Coast Guard approval number which are in good and serviceable
condition and are the correct size for each person on board. To be
considered serviceable, this PFD shall not exhibit deterioration that could
diminish its performance such as broken or deformed hardware,
detached webbing, rotted structural components, air leaks, or non-functional
oral inflation tube. Unless worn inflated, this PFD must also be properly
armed with a full CO2 cylinder, inflation system status indicator and an
accessible manual inflation lanyard. A PFD which is “approved only
when worn” or “required to be worn” must be worn under the specified
conditions.

SOSpenders 24MSPT-1 Specifications

General

Brand	SOSpenders
Model	24MSPT-1
Category	Marine Safety Device
Language	English

Summary

Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations

Mandatory Carriage Requirements

Federal regulations mandate carrying USCG approved PFDs in good condition and correct size.

Specifications

Product Specifications

Details chest size, weight range, age, buoyancy, and inflation system components.

Donning Instructions

Step-by-step guide for putting on the PFD correctly before use.

Instructions for Use

Pre-Donning Instructions

Checks before using the PFD, including damage inspection and cylinder status.

Rearming and Indicator Check

Instructions for checking and ensuring the PFD's inflation mechanism is armed.

Donning Instructions

Guidance on wearing the PFD over clothing for proper fit and function.

Inflated Donning Instructions

How to don the PFD if it is partially or fully inflated.

Inflation Instructions

Methods for inflating the PFD, including manual and oral inflation.

Deflation Instructions

Procedure for deflating the PFD using the oral tube valve.

Other Use Guidelines

Recommendations for wearing and using the PFD in various situations.

Care and Maintenance

General Product Life Expectancy

Factors affecting PFD lifespan and the importance of care.

Care and Cleaning Instructions

Proper methods for cleaning and maintaining the PFD's materials.

Inspection

User and certified inspections to ensure the PFD's operational readiness.

Storage

Guidelines for storing the PFD to prevent damage and degradation.

PFD Testing and Safety

PFD Condition Check

Verifying the PFD is in good and serviceable condition before use.

Importance of PFDs

Explains why PFDs are essential safety equipment for boating.

Testing Procedures

How to test the PFD's flotation and inflation systems.

Testing with Manual Inflator

Step-by-step guide to test inflation using the manual activation tab.

Testing with Oral Inflator

Step-by-step guide to test inflation using the oral inflation tube.

Wear Your PFD

Encourages consistent wearing of the PFD for enhanced safety.

Hypothermia and Survival

Hypothermia Effects

Details how cold water affects the body and survival time.

Hypothermia Protection Points

Tips for conserving body heat and increasing survival chances in cold water.

Device Functionality and Information

Saving Your Own Life

Suggestions to ensure the PFD functions properly and remains in good condition.

Additional Information

Resources for more information on PFDs and boating safety.

Inflator ReArming Instructions

Inflator Disassembly

Steps to safely disassemble the manual inflator for rearming.

Inflator Rearming Process

Detailed procedure for rearming the Halkey-Roberts manual inflator.