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- Page 1 MUSTANG SURVIVAL INFLATABLE VEST WITH LIFT Owner’s Manual MD0450 22 Inflatable Vest with LIFT Hydrostatic Inflation Model - Manual with Automatic Backup SecureZIP US Patent No. 6,832,415 and Patents Pending...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Page 1 Introduction 1 Why are PFDs Required Safety Equipment? 2 What is an Inflatable PFD? 3 Instructions for Use 3 Component Inspection Instructions 4 Readiness Checklist 5 Donning Instructions 6 Inflation 8 In-water Adjustments 9 Special Considerations for Automatic Devices 10 Deflation 10 Usage Below Freezing 11 Re-arming Your PFD... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The MD0450 22 requires user involvement to ensure a level of safety equal to other inflatable PFDs. Knowledgeable users increase their safety significantly by wearing and using these PFDs as prescribed in this owner’s manual. General - This Inflatable PFD will turn most wearers from a face down to a face up position and provide support suitable for offshore conditions. -
Page 5: What Is An Inflatable Pfd
Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency. WHAT IS AN INFLATABLE PFD? Congratulations on the purchase of your Inflatable Vest with Patent Pending LIFT [Life-saving Inflatable Flotation Technology]. LIFT different from all other inflatable PFD’s. In general, inflatable PFD’s are designed to suspend a user’s head above water to prevent drowning. -
Page 6: Instructions For Use
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE This manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety information for model MD0450 22 unless specified otherwise. The model number is listed on the label. FIGURE 1 Oral Inflator Window Hydrostatic Inflator FOLD #1 FOLD #2 Beaded Handle Right Lobe... -
Page 7: Readiness Checklist
RE-ARMING YOUR PFD (p. 11). NOTE: The single point indicator must be green before proceeding. 2) Open the cover at wearer’s right-hand side of the chest and lay the device flat. 3) Ensure the oral-inflation dust cap is in the stowed position (Fig. 22). 4) Ensure the single point indicator is green and the beaded handle is attached to it’s Velcro tab;... -
Page 8: Donning Instructions
NOTE: Heavy objects in the pockets may cause the PFD to sink if dropped overboard when not inflated. on just like a jacket (Fig. 3). If is already inflated prior to donning, by mouth using the oral tube. under MUSTANG SURVIVAL... -
Page 9: Inflation
3) Fasten the middle buckle (Fig. 4). Adjust the middle belt to a secure fit using the front adjuster on the belt. FIGURE 4 4) Feed the loose end of the waist belt into the belt opening in the storage pocket (Fig. 5). FIGURE 5 Inflation It is recommended that the following procedures be followed to inflate... - Page 10 Hydrostatic pressure opens the water inlet valve allowing the water-sensing element to disintegrate, triggering a spring- loaded plunger, which punctures the CO Vest with LIFT (Fig. 7). cylinder is removed is inflated. Fastened Chest Strap cylinder inflating the Inflatable MUSTANG SURVIVAL...
- Page 11 NOTE: Hydrostatic inflator must be submerged in at least 4 inches of water to activate the inflator. NOTE: When inflated, the carbon dioxide (CO gas) used to inflate PFDs will slowly escape through the cell over time. A slight reduction of pressure will be observed after several hours of inflation.
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Page 12: In-Water Adjustments
Simultaneously grasp and hold the waist belt with the left hand as you grasp the lobe on the right side with the right hand and pull away from the center (Fig. 10). FIGURE 10 Waist Belt in the water. MUSTANG SURVIVAL... -
Page 13: Special Considerations For Automatic Devices
Special Considerations for Automatic Devices The PFD might not be armed when needed, either knowingly or unknow- ingly. Premature automatic inflation causes several risks that you must address to avoid drowning. Much less common but also important are: 1) Double inflation (CO damage the PFD, 2) Inflation when stored in a tight space could damage the PFD, and 3) The PFD could inflate when you are in an awkward place or position. -
Page 14: Usage Below Freezing
Access the inflator by reaching under the cover and fully expose the inflator for re-arming. Hold the CO through the fabric, using one hand (Fig. 12). FIGURE 12 tabs, located at the on a smooth, flat surface and MUSTANG SURVIVAL Under these cylinder... - Page 15 2) Insert the metal key between the black locking ring and labeled yellow cap. Turn the key counter-clockwise (Fig. 13). FIGURE 13 Locking Ring 3) Turn the black locking ring counter-clockwise and lift off the cap (yellow inflator operating head Fig. 14). Dispose of the used cap. FIGURE 14 4) Squeeze the sealing ring to elongate and remove the inflator body (Fig.
- Page 16 PFD (Fig. 17). Let the sealing ring rest on the adapter around the four lugs. FIGURE 17 Green Indicator Inflator Body Sealing Ring Red Indicator cylinder pointing upward inside the Inflatable Caution: Do not turn the center shaft MUSTANG SURVIVAL...
- Page 17 7) Now check the new manual/automatic cap as follows (Fig. 18): 1. Is the single point status indicator showing green? 2. Is the expiry day OK? If YES is the answer to both questions, then proceed as follows. If the answer is NO to either question, get a new cap.
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Page 18: Auto/Manual Conversion Cap (Ma7219) Instructions
CAUTION: A manual inflation device will not inflate on water contact unless the wearer activates the inflator. 1) Completely unzip the right lobe zipper (inflator side). in accordance with the MUSTANG SURVIVAL... - Page 19 2) Fasten, by tying, the conversion cap lanyard to the loop in the pocket immediately in front of the inflator after passing it through the opening in the cover (Fig.22). FIGURE 22 Opening Lanyard FOLD #1 FOLD #2 Conversion Cap Right Lobe 3) Position the conversion cap over the inflator’s hydrostatic valve opening.
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Page 20: Repacking
(Fig. 11). Do not wring or twist the Inflatable Vest with LIFT . Put the oral tube dust cap back in its stowed position on the oral tube (Fig. 26). Let the life jacket dry before packing. MUSTANG SURVIVAL... - Page 21 1) Before repacking: Completely deflate the Inflatable Vest with LIFT 10). NOTE: Before following the repacking sequence, be sure to properly re-arm your Inflatable Vest with LIFT Your PFD (p.11). 2) Ensure the oral-inflation dust cap is fitted in the stowed position (Fig.
- Page 22 6) Continuing with the right lobe, fold it over on the Fold #2 dashed line (Fig. 29). Ensure that the bladder is tucked under the inflator to prevent it from blocking the indicator window (Point A). FIGURE 29 FOLD #3 D #3 MUSTANG SURVIVAL...
- Page 23 7) Fold the bottom portion of the lobe over (Fig. 30). a. Position the lobe so it does not cover the inflator (Point A). b. Put the inflator beaded handle through the opening in the cover (Point B) and attach to the Velcro tab. c.
- Page 24 FIGURE 32 10) Mustang Survival uses advanced 2-step zippers - the right zipper tail on the right lobe and ZIP 1 - Reset the 2-step zipper by pulling the slider to the Velcro™ tab (Figs. 33 and 34). NOTE: Fasten the Velcro™ tab to prevent the zipper from re- opening.
- Page 25 NOTE: Fasten the Velcro™ tab to prevent the zipper from re- opening. ZIP 2 - Close by pulling slider in the opposite direction to the end the zipper (Fig. 36). Ensure that the Inflatable cell does not get caught by the zipper when closing.
- Page 26 16) Use the adjustable waist belt to size to fit. When complete, the garment should appear as shown (Fig. 39) and be secure for use or storage. FIGURE 39 and fold the back flap up tabs (Fig. 38). Right Lobe MUSTANG SURVIVAL...
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Page 27: Is Your Pfd In Good And Serviceable Condition
IS YOUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION? Check your PFD between outings to be sure that it is properly armed, as shown by green single point indicator; 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. - Page 28 Maintenance Instructions). iv) Perform the Oral Inflation Valve Test: See the Oral Inflation Valve Test (section 2) ii) in the Care and Maintenance Instructions). as outlined in using the oral inflator and hold for damage or MUSTANG SURVIVAL . See...
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Page 29: Cleaning And Storing
v) Ensure the current date is not past the date on the inflator. If it is, replace the inflator (see Re-arming Your PFD, p. 11). vi) Ensure the single point status indicator is green (Fig. 2). Repack the Inflatable PFD as outlined in the Repacking section (p. 17). WARNING: If you are not confident in the self-inspection and servicing of your Inflatable Vest with LIFT these instructions, take your Inflatable Vest with LIFT... -
Page 30: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Automatic Inflator
, and re-arming kit (MA7218-22) should fully inflate will float you on your back or by depressing the oral inflator dry thoroughly. Re-arm (p. 11) and , you will need your fully , and re-arming kit approved for : MA7218-22. MUSTANG SURVIVAL... -
Page 31: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Oral Inflator
3) Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the beaded handle. The Inflatable Vest with LIFT within 5 seconds. 4) Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface. 5) See if the Inflatable Vest with LIFT just slightly back of vertical. -
Page 32: Wear Your Pfd
Non-swimmers and children especially should wear a hybrid or non-inflatable PFD at all times when on or near the water. using the oral inflator. will float you on your back or using the oral dry thoroughly. Re-arm (p. 11) and tabs for full MUSTANG SURVIVAL... -
Page 33: Hypothermia
HYPOTHERMIA Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as hypothermia – a substantial loss of body heat, which leads to exhaustion and unconsciousness. Most drowning victims first suffer from hypothermia. The following chart shows the effects of hypothermia: how hypothermia affects most adults. -
Page 34: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Life
4) Mark your PFD with your name if you are the only wearer. 5) Do not alter your PFD. If it doesn’t fit properly, get one that does. 6) Your PFD is not intended for use as a fender or kneeling pad. MUSTANG SURVIVAL... -
Page 35: Safety Accessories
8) Do not dry your PFD in front of a radiator or other source of direct heat. SAFETY ACCESSORIES For the MD0450 22 use a MA7218-22 Re-arm Kit, which includes a 38- gram CO replacement cylinder, inflator body and beaded handle. - Page 36 Bellingham, WA USA 98226 Mustang Survival and seahorse design are registered trademarks of Mustang Survival Corp. Our commitment to quality has earned our Richmond facilities ISO 9001 registration, the highest of all international standards. This is our guarantee you’re receiving the ultimate in design and manufacturing.
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