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DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE!
OWNER'S MANUAL for
Model 33M42-B06 and 33M42-B06-D
APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REGULATIONS
This inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for use as a
Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Failure to tie the tie tapes may
result in this PFD riding up over the head and coming off during a jump
entry into the water. It is not approved for water skiing or other high
impact, high speed activities. This inflatable PFD was designed to be
more comfortable and less restrictive to wear than inherently buoyant
PFDs. When worn, used and serviced according to this owner's manu-
al, this PFD can greatly increase your chances of survival in the water.
Not recommended for non-swimmers or weak swimmers. Users of
inflatable PFDs must be at least 16 years old.
I. MANDATORY CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS
Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175-1993 require you to carry Coast
Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) legibly marked with
the Coast Guard approval number which are in good and serviceable
condition and are the correct size for each person on board. To be
considered serviceable, this PFD shall not exhibit deterioration that could
diminish its performance such as broken or deformed hardware,
detached webbing, rotted structural components, air leaks, or non-functional
oral inflation tube. Unless worn inflated, this PFD must also be properly
armed with a full CO2 cylinder, inflation system status indicator and an
accessible manual inflation lanyard. A PFD which is "approved only
when worn" or "required to be worn" must be worn under the specified
conditions.
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- Page 1 DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE! OWNER’S MANUAL for Model 33M42-B06 and 33M42-B06-D APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REGULATIONS This inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for use as a Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Failure to tie the tie tapes may result in this PFD riding up over the head and coming off during a jump entry into the water.
- Page 3 SPECIFICATIONS Chest Size: 30 - 52 inches (76 - 132 cm) Weight Range: More than 80 pounds (36 kg) Age Range: 16 years of age and older Inflation System: Manual Inflation Mechanism (located on bottom center) Oral Tube - (located on your left side) Jerk to Inflate Tab - (located on your left side) used to manually activate the inflation mechanism and inflate the PFD.
- Page 4 II. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE A. PRE-DONNING INSTRUCTIONS CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USING THIS PFD: 1. INSPECT PFD FOR DAMAGE 2. BE SURE A CYLINDER IS INSERTED INTO THE MECHANISM AND CYLINDER SEAL INDICATOR IS GREEN READ BELOW FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION! 1.
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Page 5: Donning Instructions
c. CO2 Cylinders are made with a protective coating that may wear off after a period of use or exposure to the environment. When this coating is worn off, the CO2 Cylinder may start to show some signs of rusting. If this occurs, replace the CO2 Cylinder. d. - Page 6 3. COLD INFLATION - Oral Inflation may be required in addition to manual inflation if chamber is not firm due to cold temperatures at or below 40° F (4°C). Inflation Time using CO2 gas will be longer at these temperatures. See FREEZING TEMPERATURES on page 7.
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Page 7: Care And Cleaning Instructions
G. OTHER USE GUIDELINES 1. Always wear your PFD when underway unless you are inside a cabin. 2. If you need to jump from any height always fold arms over your chest to keep the PFD in place when entering the water. 3. - Page 8 • DO NOT USE SOLVENT BASED CLEANERS • DO NOT BLEACH C. INSPECTION Certified Inspection - STEARNS, INC strongly recommends that this device be inspected at least every 24 months by a certified Repair Facility or STEARNS, INC. User’s Inspection - The user should perform the following checks...
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Page 9: Is Your Pfd In Good And Serviceable Condition
IV. IS YOUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION? Check your PFD between outings to be sure that it is properly armed; 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. Inspect the inflatable portion of the PFD in accordance with Care and Maintenance Instructions on pages 7 and 8. -
Page 10: 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 PFD, and • Rearming kit approved for your PFD. 2. Put on the PFD. 3. Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the Jerk to Inflate tab. -
Page 11: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Oral Inflator
HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR? 1. To test your inflatable PFD, you will not need any spare parts or rearming kits. 2. Remove the CO2 cylinder, to prevent inadvertent activation of the manual inflation system which could potentially damage the PFD. 3. - Page 12 VIII. 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 Water Temperature Exhaustion or...
- Page 13 Some Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection: 1. Always wear your PFD. Even if you become incapacitated 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.
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Page 14: Additional Information
5. Do not alter your PFD. If it doesn’t fit properly, get one that does. An altered device is no longer Coast Guard approved. 6. Your PFD is not intended for use as a fender or kneeling pad. 7. If your PFD is wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing it. Store it in a well-ventilated area. - Page 16 print run id...
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