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- Page 1 MANUAL MD3188 United States coast Guard Approvals: - Type V Work Vest - Type V Uninspected Commercial Vessels - Type II Recreational PFD INfLATAbLE PERSONAL fLOTATION DEVIcE DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
cONTENTS Introduction ..........................1 United States Coast Guard Approvals ..............1 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations ...............2 Conditions for Commercial Type V and/or Work Vest Approval in Commercial Applications ......................2 Mandatory Carriage Requirements .................3 Note to Commercial Vessel Operators ..............3 What is an Inflatable PFD? ......................3 Instructions for Use ........................3 Commercial Vessel Use ..................3 Visual Inspection Instructions and Readiness Checklist .........4... -
Page 3: Introduction
Most fatal accidents happen on calm sunny days, and in approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities, the victims were not wearing a PFD. When worn, used, and serviced according to the instructions in this manual, Mustang Survival MD3188 PFDs can greatly increase a user's chance of survival in the water. -
Page 4: Approval Conditions And Carriage Regulations
APPROVAL cONDITIONS AND cARRIAGE REGULATIONS Commercial Vessels – Model MD3188 is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) as a Work Vest ONLY WHEN WORN under 46 CFR 160.053 for use on all inspected and uninspected commercial vessels of any length. Not approved for “Hot Work”. -
Page 5: Mandatory Carriage Requirements
Mandatory carriage Requirements Federal regulations in 33 CFR 175-1993 require you to carry USCG-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) legibly marked with the USCG-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 nonfunctional oral inflation tube. -
Page 6: Visual Inspection Instructions And Readiness Checklist
Visual Inspection Instructions and Readiness checklist Before each use, perform a visual inspection and ensure each check box is checked. Figure 1 F Check that the single point status indicator is green. • Examine the single point status indicator through the window panel of the hydrostatic inflator (Figure 1 and 2). -
Page 7: Donning Instructions
F Check that the inflation pull-tab is hanging on the outside (Figure 32). • If the pull-tab is not hanging on the outside, see Repacking Your PFD, page 11. F Check that all zippers, hook and loop fastener™ and waist buckle are securely fastened. •... -
Page 8: Removal Instructions
To secure loose ends: Adjust the waist belt for a snug fit using the side buckle on the belt. Reposition the plastic sliding loop as far back as possible to keep the free end from hanging loose. Wrap and tuck any remaining loose strap around belt. Recheck loose ends and readjust as needed. - Page 9 Oral Inflation – Properly armed and inspected Inflatable PFDs will inflate when manually or automatically activated. However, you can fully inflate the Inflatable PFD by mouth (Figure 5) should inflation not occur, or if you are in a non-emergency situation. To orally inflate the Inflatable PFD in a non-emergency situation: Ensure the cylinder body and inflator cap are...
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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. If this happens, use the oral inflator to adequately top-up the PFD, after CO inflation. - Page 11 Place the Inflatable PFD (Personal Flotation Device) on a smooth, flat surface and wipe off any water. If needed, unpack the PFD starting at the zipper flap. Access the inflator by reaching between the cover and cell and pull it toward you, turning the cell and cover inside-out to fully expose the inflator for re-arming.
- Page 12 Check that the new inflator body indicator is green. Insert the new inflator body with cylinder pointing upward inside the Inflatable PFD (Figure13). Let the sealing ring rest on the adapter around the four lugs. Now check the new manual/automatic cap as follows (Figure 14): Is the single point status indicator showing green? Is the expiry day OK? Green Indicator...
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Page 13: Repacking Your Pfd
11. Turn cell and cover right-side out, returning to normal state. Position the protective inflator cap cover over the inflator body so that the single point status indicator is visible through the inflator cap cover window (Figure 18). Lanyard Black Locking Figure 18 Figure 17 Ring... - Page 14 Fold over the top side (E) (Figure 24) and cover (F) (Figure 25). Mustang Survival uses advanced 2-step zippers. ZIP 1 -Reset the long zipper by pulling the slider around the top to the hook and loop fastener™ tab (H). ZIP 2...
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Page 15: Is Your Pfd In Good And Serviceable Condition
Is your PfD in Good and Serviceable condition? Check your Inflatable PFD between uses 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 (See Visual Inspection Instructions and Readiness Checklist, page 4). - Page 16 Before each use: Refer to the Visual Inspection and Readiness Checklist (page 4). After each CO inflation: Re-arm the Inflatable PFD. See Re-arming Your PFD, page 8. If a rearm kit is not available, the inflatable PFD can only be activated by oral inflation with a used cylinder and inflator cap installed.
- Page 17 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). Manufacturer's Manual MD3188 Inflatable PFD...
- Page 18 A leaking cell – perform the Leak Test as specified in the “Care and Maintenance Instructions” section under “Every Three (3) Months” If your PFD exhibits any of the above, contact your Mustang dealer for professional servicing or Mustang Survival (see contact information on the back of this manual). Manufacturer's Manual MD3188 Inflatable PFD...
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Page 19: Commercial Training Content And Procedure
cOMMERcIAL TRAINING cONTENT AND PROcEDURE This training section is provided, for the use of operational crews, to relay important information on the safe use and care of an inflatable work vest. A user of this device must be over 16 years of age, with a chest range of 30-52 inches (76-132 cm) weighing over 80 pounds (36 kg). - Page 20 Inflation Methods Read Inflating your Inflatable PFD on page 6. This section details the three recommended methods to inflate the device to provide buoyancy to the user. Additionally, read the section entitled How and Why to Test your PFD, page 20. how to Don the Device Read Donning Instructions on page 5 to learn how to don the device without hanging loose ends, which are a snag hazard.
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Page 21: Service Record And Inspection Log Procedure
• Avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight. Sunlight will degrade the performance of the textile components. • Use extreme caution around sharp objects. • Avoid all unnecessary activities that will be abrasive to the device. • When inflated by CO gas, it will permeate through the fabric over long periods of time. Topping up the inflatable cell by oral tube may be necessary. -
Page 22: Why Are Pfds Required Safety Equipment
Example Log Date Service / Initials Jan 2005 Ann. inspec. / CS Jan 2006 Ann. inspec. / CS Jan 2007 Ann. inspec. / DB Jan 2008 Ann. inspec. / DB Jan 2009* Ann. inspec. / SG Jan 2010 Ann. inspec. / SG Jan 2011 Ann. - Page 23 how Do you Test your PfD Using the Automatic Inflator? The US Coast Guard recommends that you purchase at least two spare re-arming kits (MA7214). To test your Inflatable PFD, you will need your fully armed Inflatable PFD, and re-arming kit (MA7214) approved for your Inflatable PFD.
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Page 24: Hypothermia
how Do you Test your PfD Using the Oral Inflator? WARNING: Use only a previously used hydrostatic inflator, with the single point status indicator showing red, to perform this test. DO NOT test with a fully armed hydrostatic inflator as double inflation will occur, possibly resulting in damage to the PfD. -
Page 25: How Hypothermia Affects Most Adults
how hypothermia Affects Most Adults Water Temperature Time to Exhaustion or Estimated Survival Time ºc (ºf) Unconsciousness 0.3 (32.5) <15 min <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 16-21 (60-70) 2-7 hrs 2-40 hrs... -
Page 26: Each Of These Devices Is Intended To Help You Save Your Life
Each of These Devices is Intended to help you Save your Life For your Inflatable PFD to function properly, follow these suggestions to verify that it fits, floats, and remains in good condition. Check the single point status indicator before each use. Get in the habit of re-arming the inflation mechanism right after each inflation. -
Page 27: Glossary
GLOSSARy Term Definition carbon dioxide Hot Work burning, welding, riveting, grinding, etc. Permeation passage or diffusion of a gas through a barrier Personal Flotation Device USCG United States Coast Guard Manufacturer's Manual MD3188 Inflatable PFD... - Page 28 – from fishermen, sailors and power boaters to the 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 Burnaby facilities ISO 9001 registration, the highest of all international standards.
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