Deflating your Deckvest CENTO
To deflate the lifejacket, invert the oral-inflation tube end cap and insert it into the valve.
Holding the cap firmly in this position, gently squeeze the lifejacket until all air or gas has
been expelled. Return the cap to its normal position.
WARNING: Using the CO
over-pressurise and damage your lifejacket.
Re-arming your Deckvest CENTO
Remove cylinder and old firing cap by unscrewing anti clockwise. Check firing mechanism
moves freely and is free from any contamination. Then replace first with a new cap and
then with the new cylinder, ensuring a secure fit. Check/Replace the manual pull green
indicator clip if required.
Maintaining your Deckvest CENTO
Maintaining this Deckvest should be the responsibility of one sole user. As the user you are
strongly advised to familiarise yourself fully with the Deckvest before using it as a lifejacket.
We advise that you follow a 3-level checking routine, easily carried out by yourself:
1. During Use, check buckles and other fastenings regularly.
2. Before and after use, examine for damage or excessive abrasion, wear, tear or
contamination. Particular attention must be paid to the stitching and webbing,
including the less accessible areas. Ensure C0
3. Every three months, carry out a complete inspection, checking:
a. The fabric: for cuts, tears, abrasion and damage caused by heat, chemicals etc.
b. The lifejacket: to check for leaks, inflate your lifejacket through the oral tube
until firm and leave for 24hrs. Any loss of firmness indicates leakage and means it
is unsafe.
To check the oral valve, fully inflate the lifejacket and hold the tube under water. If
bubbles appear, deflate and re-inflate to test.
If a leak persists, do not use your lifejacket until it has been professionally serviced
at your nearest service centre.
c. The components: remove and inspect all components.
Ensure C02 cylinder is screwed in tight.
inflation when your jacket is already fully inflated can
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cylinder is screwed in tight.
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