Is Your Pfd In Good And Serviceable Condition; Care And Maintenance Instructions - Mustang Survival MD3153 V.F.I. Manuel Du Propriétaire

is YoUR PfD in gooD anD seRViCeable
ConDition?
Check your Inflatable 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
(see Readiness Checklist, p. 4). Inspect the inflatable portion of
the Inflatable PFD in accordance with the CARe AnD MAInTenAnCe
InSTRuCTIonS.

CaRe anD MaintenanCe instRUCtions

Federal Regulations require Transport Canada approved personal
flotation devices (PFDs) that are legibly marked with the Transport
Canada approval number, are in good and serviceable condition, and
are the correct size for each person on board. It is the responsibility
of the operator to be sure this PFD is in serviceable condition. 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 nonfunctional inflators. unless worn inflated, this PFD must also
be properly armed with a cylinder installed in the inflator, and single
point status indicator showing green (ssee Re-arming Your PFD, p.
9). Failure to follow these instructions rigorously could result in a
non-functioning PFD causing injury or death.
Check the following at the intervals listed below.
1) Before each use:
i) examine the single point status indicator through the
window panel, ensuring it is green. If the indicator is red, the
mechanism requires service. (see Re-arming Your PFD, p. 9).
ii) ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible.
iii) Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive
abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention
must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in doubt,
send it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.
2) every Two (2) Months:
i) leak Test: The Inflatable PFD should be tested for general
leakage by orally inflating your Inflatable PFD until firm and
let stand 16 hours. A leaking Inflatable PFD will not hold its
firmness and should be replaced. If your Inflatable PFD leaks,
take it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.
17