FIg. 2
HYDROSTATIC INFLATOR CAP
Black Locking
Ring
Inflating your PFD with air is done by blowing air into the oral
inflation tube. The advantage of inflating your PFD this way is that
you do not need to re-arm your PFD when you are finished using it.
The disadvantages are that it takes longer to inflate your PFD, and
you are at risk of double inflation. For details on double inflation see
page 5.
For instructions on inflating your PFD see "Inflating your PFD" on
page 5. It is important to check the inflator on your PFD on a
regular basis to make sure that it is ready to go in case you need it.
You can easily tell if the inflator is ready to go by checking the Status
Indicator (Fig. 2). If it's green, your Co
is properly armed. If it's red, the Co
needs to be re-armed (see "Re-arming your inflatable PFD" on page
7).
IS YoUR PFD IN gooD aND SeRVICeable CoNDITIoN?
Check your PFD between outings to be sure that it is properly armed;
that it is free of rips, tears or holes; that all seams are securely sewn;
and that the fabric, straps and hardware are still strong. Inspect
the inflatable portion of your PFD in accordance with the Care and
Maintenance Instructions (see "Care and Maintenance Instructions"
on page 13).
3
Single
Point
Status
Indicator
2
Water Inlet Valve
Inflator
Replacement Date
Yellow Inflator Cap
Lanyard
Inflator Pull
Handle
cylinder is full and your PFD
2
cylinder is empty and your PFD