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Mustang Survival MD3085 Inflatable PFD Owner's Manual

Manual inflation, recreational: uscg approved type ii/iii, uninspected commercial vessels: uscg approved type v, manual with automatic backup inflation
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MD3085 Inflatable PFD
Recreational: USCG Approved Type III
Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V
MD3087 Inflatable PFD
Manual with Automatic Backup Inflation Model
Recreational: USCG Approved Type II
Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V
DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE
Manual Inflation Model

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual MD3085 Inflatable PFD Manual Inflation Model Recreational: USCG Approved Type III Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V MD3087 Inflatable PFD Manual with Automatic Backup Inflation Model Recreational: USCG Approved Type II Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page 1 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations 1 Note to Uninspected Commercial Vessel Operators 2 Why are PFDs Required Safety Equipment? 2 What is an Inflatable PFD? 2 Instructions for Use 3 Uninspected Commercial Vessel Use 3 Component Inspection Instructions 4 Readiness Checklist 4 Sizing and Fit 4 Donning Instructions...

  • Page 3: Note To Uninspected Commercial Vessel Operators

    APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS Recreational - This Inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) for use as a Type III (Model MD3085), Type II (Model MD3087) Personal Flotation Device (PFD). They are not approved for water skiing or other high impact, high-speed activities.

  • Page 4: Why Are Pfds Required Safety Equipment

    correctly, and that you understand how to inflate the device. Basic visual inspection for readiness, see p. 3 Inflation system status check, see p. 4 Donning, see p. 4 Inflation, see p. 5 WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT? Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational boating.

  • Page 5: Uninspected Commercial Vessel Use

    Congratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase. Uninspected Commercial Vessel Use This Inflatable PFD is not approved for “hot work” and care must be taken to avoid damage from abrasion and sharp objects. Component Inspection Instructions 1) Examine the service indicator through the window panel (Fig. 1). Ensure the service indicator is green.

  • Page 6: Readiness Checklist

    hanging on the outside (Fig. 1); secure the Velcro™ strips on both sides of the Inflatable PFD. 5) For the MD3087 only - Ensure the bobbin is valid. The PFD, or bobbin, must have been purchased within the last three (3) years. If the purchase date is unknown, check the date printed on the bobbin and replace if older than three (3) years (see Re-arming Your PFD (MD3087), p.

  • Page 7: Inflating Your Inflatable Pfd

    1) All belts and straps are already threaded correctly and only need to be adjusted for fit. The belt should fit below your rib cage adjusted to a tight personal fit. 2) Put the Inflatable PFD on just like a jacket (Fig. 2) and fasten the front buckle.
  • Page 8 2) Automatic Backup Inflation (MD3087) Inflation will occur automatically within 10 seconds after the inflator is immersed in water. The water-sensing bobbin will disintegrate, triggering a spring-loaded plunger, which punctures the CO 2 cylinder (Figs. 8 and 10) to inflate the Inflatable PFD. Information When inflated, the carbon dioxide (CO 2 gas) used to inflate the PFD will slowly escape through the fabric over time.

  • Page 9: Special Considerations For Automatic Devices (Md3087)

    Special Considerations for Automatic Devices (MD3087) The Inflatable PFD might not be armed when needed, either knowingly or unknowingly. Premature automatic inflation causes several risks that you must address to avoid drowning. Much less common but also important are: WARNING: Avoid double inflation (CO 2 cylinder inflation after full oral inflation) as it could damage the PFD.

  • Page 10: Usage Below Freezing

    NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding. 4) Your device is ready to be repacked (see Repacking p. 13). FIGURE 6 FIGURE 5 Oral Inflator Cap In Dust cap Dust cap Deflate in stowed position for Position position deflation Usage Below Freezing When the temperature is below freezing, the Inflatable PFD should...
  • Page 11 FIGURE 7 MD3085 Manual Inflator Cylinder Step 2 Sensor Ring Step 3 Bayonet Step 4 O-Ring Step 3 Lever Service Step 4 Indicator Step 5 4) Raise, and hold, the lever into the inflator housing. Install a new cylinder/bayonet assembly by engaging bayonet tabs in housing, pushing in then turning clockwise 1/8 turn to a full stop (Fig.

  • Page 12: Re-Arming Your Pfd (Md3087)

    FIGURE 8 MD3085 Manual Inflator Cylinder Piercing Pin Service Indicator 1/8 Turn Lever 5) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 8) and ensure it is GREEN. If the service indicator is red, the mechanism has been fired or is incorrectly fitted and the inflator requires service. See Re-arming Your MD3081 and MD3082 Manual Inflator PFD (MD3085) p.
  • Page 13 removed prior to re-arming. FIGURE 9 MD3087 Automatic Inflator Step 3 Cylinder Step 2 Cylinder / Bayonet Sensor Ring Assembly Yellow Bobbin Step 9 (white side up) Bayonet Step 4 HOUSING** Step 10 Step 4 O-ring Step 9 Housing Shoulder Pins Step 8 Service...
  • Page 14 6) Inspect the bobbin. If the bobbin has been fired or damaged, replace it! Ensure the new bobbin is valid, it must have been purchased within the last three (3) years. If the bobbin purchase date is unknown, check the date printed on the bobbin and replace if older than three (3) years (see Re-arming Your PFD (MD3087), p.

  • Page 15: Repacking

    Re-arming Your PFD (MD3087) (p. 10). NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding. 12) Refold the Inflatable PFD in accordance with the Repacking section (p. 13). YOUR INFLATABLE PFD (MD3087) IS NOW READY FOR MANUAL USE WITH AUTOMATIC BACKUP FIGURE 11 MD3087 Automatic Inflator Cylinder...

  • Page 16: Is Your Pfd In Good And Servicable Condition

    15 depicts a correctly folded Inflatable PFD. NOTE: Ensure that all Velcro™ strips and tabs are fastened. FIGURE 12 FIGURE 14 FIGURE 15 Pull-tab FIGURE 13 IS YOUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION? Check your Inflatable PFD between outings to be sure that it is properly armed;...
  • Page 17 for instructions. Failure to follow these instructions rigorously could result in a non-functioning PFD causing injury or death. Check the following at the intervals listed below. 1) Before Each Use: i) Examine the service indicator through the window panel, ensuring it is green. If the indicator is red, the mechanism requires service.

  • Page 18: Cleaning And Storing Of Your Inflatable Pfd (Md3085)

    WARNING: If you are not confident in the self-inspection and servicing of your Inflatable PFD in accordance with these instructions, take your Inflatable PFD to a Mustang dealer for professional servicing or contact Mustang Survival (see contact information on back of manual). Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD (MD3085) To clean your Inflatable PFD, remove the CO 2 cylinder/bayonet assembly.

  • Page 19: Cleaning And Storing Of Your Inflatable Pfd (Md3087)

    sunlight. Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD (MD3087) To clean your Inflatable PFD, remove the CO 2 cylinder/bayonet assembly, cap and bobbin. Keep the bobbin dry. Hand wash or sponge down the Inflatable PFD in warm, soapy water. Rinse the PFD and inflator with clean water.

  • Page 20: Model Md3087

    MODEL MD3087 The U.S.Coast Guard recommends that you purchase two automatic re-arming kits (MA7202). One kit is to be used immediately in testing the automatic inflation system (see HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR?, p. 18) and the other to carry on board as a spare.

  • Page 21: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Manual Inflator

    HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE MANUAL INFLATOR? 1) To test your Inflatable PFD, you will need your fully armed Inflatable PFD, and re-arming kit approved for your Inflatable PFD: MA7203 for model MD3085, MA7202 for model MD3087. 2) Put on the Inflatable PFD.

  • Page 22: Wear Your Pfd

    5) If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, orally inflate the Inflatable PFD partially so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation without touching bottom. Note this level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this Inflatable PFD.
  • Page 23 How hypothermia affects most adults Water Exhaustion or Expected Temperature ˚C (˚F) Unconsciousness Time of Survival 0.3 (32.5) Under 15 min. Under 15–45 min. 0.3–4 (32.5–40) 15–30 min. 30–90 min. 4–10 (40–50) 30–60 min. 1–3 hrs 10–16 (50–60) 1–2 hrs. 1–6 hrs.

  • Page 24: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Own Life

    FIGURE 16 HELP Position EACH OF THESE DEVICES IS INTENDED TO HELP YOU SAVE YOUR OWN LIFE For your Inflatable PFD to function properly, follow these suggestions to verify that it fits, floats, and remains in good condition. 1) Check the inflation mechanism status indicators before each use. 2) Get in the habit of re-arming the inflation mechanism right after each inflation.

  • Page 25: Additional Information

    For the MD3087 - MA7202 Re-arm Kit – Contains 33-gram replacement CO 2 cylinder/bayonet assembly and bobbin for the auto inflator. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If you need more information about PFDs and safe recreational boating, contact your state boating authority, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadron, Red Cross, or your nearest unit of the U.S.
  • Page 26 EMAIL USA 98226 Mustang Survival and seahorse design is a registered trademark 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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