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FOR MODEL NUMBERS MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184
OWNER'S MANUAL
INFLATABLE PFD
MD3181
MANUAL INFLATION MODEL
USCG APPROVALS: RECREATIONAL: TYPE III
UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSELS: TYPE V
WARNING:
THE MD3181 WILL NOT INFLATE
AUTOMATICALLY UPON IMMERSION. TAB MUST BE
PULLED TO ACTIVATE INFLATION MECHANISM.
MD3183
HYDROSTATIC INFLATION MODEL
MANUAL WITH AUTOMATIC BACKUP
USCG APPROVALS: RECREATIONAL: TYPE II
UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSELS: TYPE V
MD3184
HYDROSTATIC INFLATION MODEL WITH HARNESS
MANUAL WITH AUTOMATIC BACKUP
USCG APPROVALS: TYPE V
DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE
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- Page 1 FOR MODEL NUMBERS MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 OWNER'S MANUAL INFLATABLE PFD MD3181 MANUAL INFLATION MODEL USCG APPROVALS: RECREATIONAL: TYPE III UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSELS: TYPE V WARNING: THE MD3181 WILL NOT INFLATE AUTOMATICALLY UPON IMMERSION. TAB MUST BE PULLED TO ACTIVATE INFLATION MECHANISM.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS ..... 1 AIRLINE OPERATOR POLICY ON CARRIAGE OF INFLATABLE PFDs AND CO CARTRIDGES ........2 NOTE TO UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL VESSEL OPERATORS ..2 MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS ..........2 WHAT IS AN INFLATABLE PFD? ..............3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ................. - Page 3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ........17 INSPECTING YOUR PFD ................17 SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS FOR UCV OPERATORS ......18 CLEANING AND STORING YOUR PFD ............18 WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT? ......19 HOW AND WHY TO TEST YOUR PFD .............19 HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR? (FOR MODELS MD3183 AND MD3184) ..........20 HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE...
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Page 4: Approval Conditions And Carriage Requirements
PFDs, approved ONLY WHEN WORN for use on uninspected commercial vessels less than 40 feet in length not carrying passengers for hire as a substitute for a Type III PFD (MD3181) or Type II PFD (MD3183) when used in accordance with this owner’s manual. -
Page 5: Airline Operator Policy On Carriage Of Inflatable Pfds And Co
AIRLINE OPERATOR POLICY ON CARRIAGE OF INFLATABLE PFDs AND CO CYLINDERS Regulations may apply to the air transport of inflatable PFDs. Only with the approval of the aircraft operator may carbon dioxide cylinder(s) be transported in checked or carry-on baggage. Please consult airline operator policy. -
Page 6: What Is An Inflatable Pfd
It is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the procedures outlined in Instructions For Use, p. 4. MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 7: Instructions For Use
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE This manual supplies instructional, maintenance, and safety information for models MD3181, MD3183, and MD3184. The model number is listed on the underside label. 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. -
Page 8: Readiness Checklist
WARNING: DO NOT WEAR INFLATABLE PFDS UNDER CLOTHING AS THE INFLATION COULD BE RESTRICTED OR YOU COULD BE INJURED. MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 9: Inflating Your Pfd
FIGURE 3 DONNING YOUR PFD INFLATING YOUR PFD Follow the below procedures to inflate your PFD: 1. MANUAL INFLATION Activate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull-tab (Fig. 4). The PFD should fully inflate within five seconds. 2. -
Page 10: Special Considerations For Inflatable Devices
(MA7214 for models MD3183 and MD3184, and MA3181 for model MD3181). THE INFLATABLE PFD SHOULD ALWAYS BE RE-ARMED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS (SEE RE-ARMING YOUR PFD, P. 9). MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 11: Deflating Your Pfd
DEFLATING YOUR PFD To deflate the PFD, reverse the oral inflation tube cap and insert it into the valve or depress the valve with your fingertip. The cap will not lock in the deflate position so it is necessary to hold it in place (Fig. -
Page 12: Re-Arming Your Pfd
Turn the key counterclockwise (Fig. 9 for models MD3183 and MD3184, and Fig. 9a for model MD3181). Locking Ring Locking Ring MD3183 AND MD3184 FIGURE 9 Locking Ring Key FIGURE 9A MD3181 MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... - Page 13 3. Turn the black locking ring counterclockwise and lift off the cap (yellow inflator operating head Fig. 10 for models MD3183 and MD3184 and Fig. 10a for model MD3181). Dispose of the used cap. FIGURE 10 MD3183 AND MD3184 FIGURE 10A MD3181 4.
- Page 14 (Fig. 15 for models MD3183 and MD3184, and Fig. 16 for model MD3181). MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD...
- Page 15 9. While pressing FIRMLY onto the inflator body, turn the BLACK locking ring clockwise into the locked position (Fig. 17 for models MD3183 and MD3184, and Fig. 17a for model MD3181). Pull on the cap to make sure it has locked onto the inflator body.
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Page 16: Repacking Your Pfd
4. Fold over the top side (E) (Fig. 23) into thirds, and fold cover (F) back (Fig. 24). FIGURE 18 LAY FLAT FIGURE 19 FIGURE 20 RIGHT SIDE A RIGHT SIDE B MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... - Page 17 FIGURE 25 RESET 1: UP 5. Mustang Survival uses advanced two-step zippers that can be reset. Reset 1: Pull the slider (G) to the zipper stop (K) and under the Velcro™ tab (H) (Fig. 25). Ensure both zipper stops (K) are in place.
- Page 18 Fig. 31 depicts a correctly folded PFD. FIGURE 27 CLOSE TAB H RESET 2: DOWN FIGURE 28 RESET 2: UP FIGURE 29 FIGURE 31 FIGURE 30 PUSH IN ENDS CORRECT MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD...
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Page 19: Sailing Harness
SAILING HARNESS WARNING: USE ONLY AS A SAILING HARNESS. Models with a sailing harness (MD3184) are designed to prevent the user from falling overboard when used with a tether with a quick- release under-load hook and have been designed and tested in accordance with Offshore Racing Council (ORC) requirements. -
Page 20: Is Your Pfd In Good And Servicable Condition
A leaking PFD will not remain firm and should be replaced. If your PFD leaks, contact Mustang Survival customer service. MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 21: Servicing Instructions For Ucv Operators
If any item shows signs of damage, perform inspections listed under "Every Six Months." If in doubt, contact Mustang Survival customer service. ¨ E nsure the current date is not past the date on the inflator. If it is, ¨... -
Page 22: Why Are Pfds Required Safety Equipment
• It should inflate quick and easily. Learn how it works by: • Activating the CO inflation system • Re-arming the CO inflation system • Using the oral inflator tube MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 23: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Automatic Inflator? (For Models Md3183 And Md3184)
HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR? (MODELS MD3183 AND MD3184) The U.S.Coast Guard recommends that you purchase at least two spare re-arming kits (MA7214). A1. To test your PFD, you will need: • your fully armed PFD. •... -
Page 24: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Manual Inflator
M6. Get out of the water and remove the PFD. Completely deflate the PFD using the oral inflator (see Deflating Your PFD, p. 8). M7. Let the PFD dry thoroughly. Re-arm (p. 9) and repack the PFD (p. 13). MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 25: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Oral Inflator
HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR? This test is not mandatory, however may be conducted using the following procedure. WARNING: USE ONLY A PREVIOUSLY FIRED INFLATOR TO PERFORM THIS TEST. DO NOT TEST WITH A FULLY ARMED INFLATOR AS DOUBLE INFLATION MAY OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN CELL DAMAGE O1. -
Page 26: Wear Your Pfd
PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body than the vest or belt style PFDs. MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 27: Some Points To Remember About Hypothermia Protection
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER ABOUT HYPOTHERMIA PROTECTION: Always wear your PFD. Even if you become incapacitated due to hypothermia, the PFD will keep you afloat and greatly improve your chances of rescue. 2. Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft, fellow survivor, or a floating object on which you can lean or climb. -
Page 28: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Own Life
INFLATABLE PFD SAFETY ACCESSORIES MA7214 Re-arm Kit contains 33-gram replacement CO cylinder inflator for models MD3183 and MD3184. MA3181 Re-arm Kit contains 33-gram replacement CO cylinder inflator for model MD3181. MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD... -
Page 29: Additional Information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If you need more information about PFDs and safe 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. Coast Guard. To find out about free boating courses in your area call 1-800-336-BOAT (in Virginia, call 1-800-245-BOAT). - Page 30 MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ OWNER'S MANUAL – MD3181 / MD3183 / MD3184 / INFLATABLE PFD...
- Page 32 MUSTANG ENGINEERED For 50 years Mustang Survival has been engineering high- performance marine gear for military, coast guard, and rescue personnel. With a focus on applied research and field-testing, we’re committed to the protection and enhancement of those who push themselves to extremes. We build gear that saves lives and fuels exploration.
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