How To Test Your Pfd Using The Automatic Inflator - Mustang Survival MD6254 Guide D'utilisation

WHY TEST
You will test your PFD at regular intervals because it is intended to
save your life. In order to save your life, it must be in good working
condition as described in Mandatory carriage requirements (p. 7).
For an additional overview of good PFD practice and of the dangers
your PFD is designed to protect you against, review the section Each
of these devices is intended to help you save your own life (p. 38).
TESTING YOUR PFD

HOW TO TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR

1. To test your inflatable PFD using automatic inflation, you will need
your fully armed PFD, and the re-arm kit approved for your PFD.
2. Put on your PFD.
3. Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with
your head above the surface. Once the inflator is under water your
PFD should automatically fully inflate within 10 seconds.
4. See if your PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back
of vertical. In a relaxed floating position, verify that your mouth is
well above the water's surface. Note the effect of where you hold
your legs on how you float.
5. Get out of the water and remove your PFD. Deflate the PFD using
the oral inflator (p. 17).
6. Let your PFD dry thoroughly, Re-arm (p. 19), and Repack
(p. 24) your PFD.
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