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Revere 61098 Owner's Manual

Comfort max belt pack inflatable personal flotation device (pfd)
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Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
OWNER'S MANUAL
Keep this book and the sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference.
Please record your PFD's model's information:
Lot Number:
DO NOT REMOVE THIS PAMPHLET PRIOR TO SALE
Revere Manual P/N 61107-1, Rev. D, Feb. 17/2015
Inflatable
Model 61098
Manual Inflation
USCG Approved Type III PFD
This manual contains important information. Read it!
Packed
Purchase Date:
COMFORT MAX
BELT PACK
Inflated
Retailer:
TM
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  • Page 1 Keep this book and the sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference. Please record your PFD’s model’s information: Lot Number: Purchase Date: Retailer: DO NOT REMOVE THIS PAMPHLET PRIOR TO SALE Revere Manual P/N 61107-1, Rev. D, Feb. 17/2015...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Personal Flotation Device Safety ..……………………………………………. Pg. 3 2.0 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations…….………….……………. Pg. 3 3.0 Mandatory Carriage Requirements……………….……………….……………. Pg. 3 4.0 Parts and Features…..…………..…...…………….…………………………... Pg. 4 5.0 About Your PFD……………..……………...….……………………………….. Pg. 5 6.0 Instructions for Use…………………...……………………….………………... Pg.

  • Page 3: Personal Flotation Device Safety

     filled with air. You will have to replenish the cell sooner and more often with oral tube. Do not use damaged PFDs. Discard them, or return to REVERE for re-  pair. Do not use on personal watercraft, or for water skiing, knee boarding or ...

  • Page 4: Parts And Features

    Parts and Features The REVERE COMFORT MAX BELT PACK PFD is designed for adults weighing more than 80 lbs. (36 kg) with chest sizes between 30 inches (76 cm) and 52 inches (132 cm) in circumference. Storage Pouch with Top Flap Open...

  • Page 5: About Your Pfd

    The PFD provides no buoyancy unless it is inflated. Model 61098 is a manually activated PFD. It has a carbon dioxide (CO ) cylin- der and its activating mechanism, as well as an oral tube to blow air into the chamber in the event of failure of the inflator mechanism.

  • Page 6: Instructions For Use

    PFD and inflation chamber is not twisted and is free from rips, tears, or punctures. If PFD shows any signs of damage, perform a Leak Test, or send it to an authorized repair facility or replace the entire device. WARNING: DO NOT USE DAMAGED PFD’S. DISCARD THEM, OR RETURN TO REVERE FOR REPAIR.

  • Page 7: Putting On Your Pfd (Donning)

    Putting on Your PFD (Donning) Put the PFD is worn about your waist like a belt. Refer to Figure 3. Buckle it at the left side of the pouch and and tighten the waist strap. The yellow “JERK” pull tab for the inflation mechanism protrudes from an opening on the right side of the storage pouch.

  • Page 8: Inflating By Using The Co2 Inflator Mechanism

    Inflating by Using the CO Inflator Mechanism To manually inflate the PFD instantly, pull sharply in a downward direction on the yellow handle marked “JERK” to discharge the CO cylinder. WARNING: INFLATABLE DEVICES DEFLATE GRADUALLY DUE TO PERMEATION LOSSES THROUGH THE MATERIAL OF THE CELL.

  • Page 9: Rearming The Co2 Inflator Mechanism

    PFD is actuated, the inflator must be rearmed (reset) and the empty CO cylinder replaced. All the neces- sary parts are included in the rearming kits available from your local REVERE retailer. Follow the Steps 1 thru 7 shown in Figures 6A and 6B.
  • Page 10 Step 5 Install a new cylinder & bayonet assembly by (A) engaging the tabs on the bayonet into the housing, pushing in firmly, then (B) turning clockwise 1/8 turn to a full stop. Check the bayonet viewport. One of the black bayonet tabs will be entirely visible through the view- port.
  • Page 11 Figure 7...

  • Page 12: Refolding Your Pfd

    Refolding Your PFD Before packing, completely deflate PFD and re-arm cylinder. Refer to Section 6.5, Deflating Your PFD, for additional instructions on deflating your PFD. Read thoroughly then complete each step in Figures 8A and 8B. TO DEFLATE STEP 1 Press down on oral tube.
  • Page 13 STEP 6 STEP 7 Flip folded PFD chamber over so cylinder is Store all labels in pouch. Close pouch visible. Place folded PFD chamber into using the Velcro along the length of the ® pouch so the cylinder head is visible pouch.

  • Page 14: Is Your Pfd In Good And Serviceable Condition

    A leaking PFD will have become soft and should not be used. WARNING: DO NOT USE DAMAGED PFD’S. DISCARD THEM, OR RETURN TO REVERE FOR REPAIR. Cleaning Your PFD is made of materials designed to resist soiling and mildew. If cleaning is required, use mild hand soap and cool water.

  • Page 15: Professional Servicing

    Professional Servicing For the location of the nearest REVERE authorized service facility or to obtain full factory service, product literature, rearming kits, or customer assistance for your REVERE COMFORT MAX PFD, please contact: REVERE SURVIVAL INC. Vest Service Department 5323 Highway Ave.

  • Page 16: How And Why Do You Test Your Pfd

    To test your inflatable PFD, you will need:  Your fully armed PFD, and  REVERE Rearming Kit Part No. 61026. Put on the PFD. Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the yellow pull- handle. The PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds.

  • Page 17: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Oral Inflator

    See if the PFD 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.

  • Page 18: Hypothermia

    12.0 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: PFDs can increase survival time because they allow you to float without using energy treading water and because of their insulating properties.

  • Page 19: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Own Life

    13.0 Each of These Devices is Intended to Help You Save Your Own Life For your PFD to function properly, follow these suggestions to verify that it fits, floats, and remains in good condition. Check the inflation mechanism service indicators before each use. Get in the habit of rearming the inflation mechanism right after each CO2 inflation.
  • Page 20 REVERE SURVIVAL INC. 5323 Highway Ave. Jacksonville, Florida 32254 USA Tel. No.: 904-503-9733 www.reveresurvival.com...

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