How To Test Your Flotation Device Using; The Manual Inflator - Mustang Survival MINIMALIST BELT PACK Manuel De L'utilisateur

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 flotation device (MA3070)
M2. Put on the flotation device.
M3. Actuate 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 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 used CO
flotation device using the oral inflator (see "Deflating," page 9).
M7. Let the flotation device dry thoroughly. Re-arm and repack the
flotation device (see "Re-arming," page 10; see "Repacking,"
page 12).
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cylinder from the inflator. Completely deflate the
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