How To Test Your Flotation Device Using; The Manual Inflator - Mustang Survival M.I.T. 70 Manuel D'utilisation

HOW TO TEST YOUR FLOTATION DEVICE USING

THE MANUAL INFLATOR

Always test your flotation device in a safe manner, under controlled
conditions, where help is readily available.
M1. To test your flotation device, you will need:
• your fully armed device
• the re-arming kit approved for your device (MA4031)
M2. Put on the flotation device.
M3. Activate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on
the pull-tab. The flotation device should fully inflate within
five seconds.
M4. Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with
your head above the surface.
M5. See if the flotation device 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.
M6. Get out of the water and remove the flotation device. Remove
the CO cylinder/bayonet assembly from the inflator. Completely
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deflate the flotation device using the oral inflation tube (see
"Deflating," page 9).
M7. Let the flotation device dry thoroughly. Re-arm and repack
the flotation device (see "Re-arming," page 10 for MD4031 or
page 12 for MD4032; see "Repacking," page 15).
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