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Mustang Survival MD3184 Owner's Manual

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MD3183
INfLATAbLE PfD
Hydrostatic Inflation
Model - Manual with
Automatic Backup
uScg APPROVALS:
RecReAtIonAl: Type II
UnInspected coMMeRcIAl
Vessels: Type V
MD3184
INfLATAbLE PfD
Hydrostatic Inflation
Model - Manual with
Automatic Backup With
Harness
uScg APPROVALS:
RecReAtIonAl: Type V

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  • Page 1 MD3183 INfLATAbLE PfD Hydrostatic Inflation Model - Manual with Automatic Backup uScg APPROVALS: RecReAtIonAl: Type II UnInspected coMMeRcIAl Vessels: Type V MD3184 INfLATAbLE PfD Hydrostatic Inflation Model - Manual with Automatic Backup With Harness uScg APPROVALS: RecReAtIonAl: Type V...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 3: Approval Conditions And Carriage Requirements

    APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS Recreational - Approved for recreational use by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) as a Type II (Model MD3183), or Type V (Model MD3184) Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Neither are approved for water skiing or other high impact, high-speed activities. Model MD3184 has Type II performance but is approved as a Type V PFD because it has a built-in sailing harness that can cause injury if not properly used.

  • Page 4: Note To Uninspected Commercial Vessel Operators

    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 manual, this PFD can greatly increase your chances of survival in the water. Not recommended for non-swimmers or weak swimmers.

  • Page 5: Instructions For Use

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (p. 3). INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE This manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety information for both models (MD3183, 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 6: Readiness Checklist

    5) Ensure the current date is not Hydrostatic Inflator Cap past the date on the inflator. Water Inlet Valve If it is, replace the inflator (see Re-arming Your PFD, p. 8). Black Locking Ring Yellow Inflator Cap Readiness Checklist Cap/Locking Ring Tabs Single Check your Inflatable PFD and...

  • Page 7: Inflating Your Inflatable Pfd

    For the non-harness model MD3183, the belt should fit below your rib cage adjusted to a tight personal fit. For the harness model MD3184, the bottom of the belt must always be worn at least 2 inches (5 cm) above the lowest rib and adjusted to a tight personal fit.

  • Page 8: Special Considerations For Inflatable Devices

    needle into the end of the gas cylinder, which is now punctured so that the gas instantly fills the life jacket. Total buoyancy is normally reached within 4 – 5 seconds. Information When inflated, the carbon dioxide (CO 2 gas) used to inflate the PFD will slowly escape through the fabric over time.

  • Page 9: Deflating The Inflatable Pfd

    1) Double inflation (CO 2 cylinder inflation after full oral inflation) could damage the Inflatable PFD, 2) Inflation when stored in a tight space could damage the Inflatable PFD, and 3) The Inflatable PFD could inflate when you are in an awkward place or position.

  • Page 10: Usage Below Freezing

    Usage Below Freezing When the temperature is below freezing, the Inflatable PFD should be worn partially inflated because a fully discharged cylinder may not quickly or adequately inflate your Inflatable PFD. Under these conditions use the oral inflator to adequately top-up the PFD, after CO 2 inflation. WARNING: CO 2 inflation could over-pressurize and damage your Inflatable PFD if already fully inflated.
  • Page 11 (yellow inflator operating head Fig. 10). Dispose of the used cap. FIgURe 10 4) Squeeze the sealing ring to elongate and remove the inflator body through the sealing ring (Fig. 11). 5) Dispose of the FIgURe 11 used inflator Red Indicator body.
  • Page 12 If YES is the answer to both Green Indicator questions, then CAUTION: proceed as Do not turn the follows. If the center shaft answer is NO to either question, get a new cap. FIgURe 13 8) Hold the CO 2 cylinder through the fabric of the FIgURe 14...

  • Page 13: Repacking

    (D). 4) Fold over the top side (E) and cover (F). FIgURe 19 5) Mustang Survival uses advanced 2-step zippers. ZIP 1 - Reset the zipper by pulling the slider (G) around the top to the Velcro™ tab (H). ZIP 2 - Close by pulling the slider (G) in the opposite direction to the end of the zipper (Fig.
  • Page 14 FIgURe 20 FIgURe 21 FIgURe 22 FIgURe 23 FIgURe 24 FIgURe 25 caught by the zipper when closing. 6) Fasten the Velcro™ tab (H) to keep zipper closed. 7) ZIP 1 - Reset the 2-step zipper by pulling the slider (I) to the Velcro™ tab (H).

  • Page 15: Sailing Harness

    Sailing Harness FIgURe 28 CAUTION: 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 an under-load quick-release hook and have been designed and...

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

    When attached to the boat use a tether FIgURe 31 of less than 6 feet 6 inches (2 m) in length with quick-release under-load hardware (Fig. 32). Ensure that a tether is secured to both D-rings. When not in use, the D-rings can be pushed under the lapels.
  • Page 17 Federal Regulations require Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) that are legibly marked with the Coast Guard approval number, are in good and serviceable condition, and are the correct size for each person on board. It is the responsibility of the operator to be sure this PFD is in serviceable condition.
  • Page 18 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). Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Cleaning And Storing Of Your Inflatable Pfd

    Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD To avoid inflation, do not submerge the Inflatable PFD or directly spray the inflator. Hand wash or sponge down the Inflatable PFD in warm, soapy water. Rinse the PFD and inflator with clean water, using a clean rinse cloth.

  • Page 20: How Do You Test Your Pfd Using The Manual Inflator

    inches or so, the Inflatable PFD should fully inflate automatically within 5 seconds. 4) See if the Inflatable 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.

  • Page 21: 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 hydrostatic inflator to perform this test. DO NOT test with a fully armed hydrostatic inflator as double inflation may occur, possibly resulting in cell damage.

  • Page 22: Hypothermia

    Inflatable PFD is much more comfortable to wear than other PFD types. Get into the habit of wearing this Inflatable PFD. Non-swimmers and children especially should wear a hybrid or non- Inflatable PFD at all times when on or near the water. HYPOTHERMIA Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as hypothermia - a substantial loss of body heat, which leads to exhaustion...

  • Page 23: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Own

    survivor, or a floating object on which you can lean or climb. Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss. In cold water, drown- proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommended. Keep your head out of the water. This will greatly lessen heat loss and increase your survival time.

  • Page 24: Inflatable Pfd Safety Accessories

    Attaching the device to the boat will not permit it to perform as intended. NOTE: Model MD3184 has a built-in sailing harnesses intended for attaching to boats with quick-release under-load tethers secured to both d-rings (see Sailing Harness p. 13). Do not attach the MD3184 to boats using any other means.
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  • Page 28 Coast Guard, jet fighter pilots and even NASA astronauts. 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.

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