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Lifejacket Quick Service Guide
ISSUED: September 2024
www.spinlock.co.uk
UML MODEL
Deckvest 6D 170N / 275N
Duro + 275N
Issue Number: 5
1W069A_5

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Summary of Contents for Spinlock UML

  • Page 1 Lifejacket Quick Service Guide UML MODEL Deckvest 6D 170N / 275N Duro + 275N ISSUED: September 2024 Issue Number: 5 1W069A_5 www.spinlock.co.uk...
  • Page 2 Issue 3 - Added zip slider replacement for 2022 dated models. P.24 - HRS Flap added for 2021 model onwards. P.30 - Updated MOB 1 installation instructions Issue 4 - Added Duro + 275N Deckvest reference - Added Ocean Signal PLB 3 fitting instructions Issue 5 - Added note about recycling components.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Components for the UML Pro Sensor automatic firing head ® Components Cleaning Re-attaching components and arming the lifejacket Pylon Light Lume - On Zip slider replacement Repacking Harness Release System Fitting Guide Personal notes If you need any assistance with servicing please contact: Deckware@spinlock.co.uk...

  • Page 4: Legal Notice

    (including professional costs) incurred by Spinlock directly or indirectly as a result of or in connection with any failure by it or any of its employees or agents to comply with this Service Manual and the relevant service training.

  • Page 5: Deckvest Features

    DECKVEST 6D FEATURES PYLON SPRAY LIGHT HOOD INDICATOR RED LIFTING WINDOW STRAP MANUAL REAR ACTIVATION HANDLE ORAL INFLATION TUBE & WHISTLE BACK PRO SENSOR ELITE ADJUSTMENT FIRING HEAD POINT CROTCH STRAP LUME-ON LIFEJACKET ILLUMINATION LIGHTS SAFETY LINE FITTED ATTACHMENT POINT...

  • Page 6: Service Station Requirements

    National body or have the relevant experience. Trained and qualified staff must be available to undertake training from a Spinlock representative. Commit to give full contact details to Spinlock and ensure that they are registered in the service area of www.spinlock.co.uk/service Commit to checking Spinlock site for latest information once every 6 months and be available for auditing at Spinlock’s request.

  • Page 7: Harness And Cover

    Check internal sewing especially the connection points for the bladder. If there is damage to the teeth of the zip then the cover will need to be replaced (contact Spinlock). If the zip puller is damaged or missing, this can be replaced see Page 22.

  • Page 8: Quick Burst Zip Information

    2: Quick Burst Zip Information Open the QBZ section of zip and pull zip apart all the way around Deckvest Pull zips out and seperate. Take yellow zip slider ( RH side) to opposite side Once zip sliders are on same side the zips can be joined together...
  • Page 9 Take the top yellow slider and start to zip up, closing the zip flap once passed. Take the yellow slider and zip round to opposite side Tuck zip ends into cover...

  • Page 10: Ocean Signal Mob 1 Ais Device

    Deckvest Fitted with Ocean Signal MOB 1 AIS Device The Ocean Signal AIS MOB1 device, can be fitted to all models of Spinlock inflatable lifejacket. If there is an AIS unit fitted, this should be removed before the inflation test to avoid the unit activating.
  • Page 11 Slide toggle on to ribbon and pass ribbon through inside hole on grey plastic activation slider Wrap round and pass through inside hole again Pass ribbon through outer hole Leave roughly 60mm of tail Length of ribbon should roughly be the length from bladder weld to weld Slide tail through toggle...

  • Page 12: Ocean Signal Mob Plb3 Device

    Attach slider to MOB 1 Place toggle into gap on the slider Attach plastic cap to MOB 1 unit Double check the ribbon measures no longer than the length of the weld to weld on bladder...
  • Page 13 Thread the safety laynard from MOB 1 unit through the webbing in the lower right bladder con- nection toggle and secure with a knot. This ensures the unit does not become detached when the bladder inflates. Fitting video available at www.spinlock.co.uk/aismob1...
  • Page 14 Deckvest Fitted with Ocean Signal PLB 3 Device Before fitting, release the antenna and then turn off the PLB3 by pressing the TEST/OFF Key until the LED flashes red twice and release. Thread the cord through the end of antenna rewind tool. Tie a figure of eight knot in the end so the cord cannot come out.
  • Page 15 Add the PLB 3 clip below the whistle attachment. Position the PLB 3 close to the oral tube bracket PLB 3 is fitted on the outer side of the oral tube. Run the ribbon underneath the whistle and underneath the bladder.

  • Page 16: Inflation Test For The Uml Pro Sensor

    3: Inflation test for the UML Pro Sensor ® Must be conducted in a controlled service area to ensure no damage to the bladder, and kept at stable temperature. A. Remove cylinder and firing cap, inflate through the oral tube with clean dry air (airline or similar) until firm and lobes are touching.

  • Page 17: Bladders

    3.1: Bladders Check the 5 attachment points for any signs of tears or wear around the weld area. If replacing a bladder make sure it passes through the bladder retainer strap and Pylon strap.
  • Page 18 Replacement bladders are available 170N DW-BLD/170UML/3 - Bladder DW-BLD/170UML/2 with DW-UPS/F - Bladder with fitted UML Pro Sensor Elite unit 275N DW-BLD/275UML/2 - Bladder DW-BLD/275UML/2 with DW-UPS/F - Bladder with fitted UML Pro Sensor Elite unit...

  • Page 19: Components For The Uml Pro Sensor ® Automatic Firing Head

    Elite firing head ® The Deckvest 6D uses the UML Pro Sensor Elite in conjunction with a plastic manifold on the bladder. A Torx bolt is used to secure the firing unit to the manifold. Check that the firing mechanism is tightend to the manifold with a force of 3 n m using a calibrated tool.
  • Page 20 2. Ensure that the cutting pin moves freely in the body. Down 3. Ensure that the cylinder sealing gasket or O ring is in place. DW SV06 - Replacement Cylinder O Ring for yellow UML Mk5 and Pro Sensor Cylinders 33g CO...

  • Page 21: Components

    Spare Cap: DW-SV07 Sprayhood Check attachments are secure and that there is no damage to the window. Sprayhood can be replaced if damaged. Contact Spinlock 1. Thread webbing through buckle at the back of neck 2. Thead webbing back through to secure.

  • Page 22: Re-Attaching Components And Arming The Lifejacket

    5: Re-attaching components and arming the lifejacket Check that the firing mechanism is tightend to the manifold with a force of 3nm using a calibrated tool. To replace the parts you will need: DW-RAK/E Take a new automatic cartridge, (ensure that the expiry date is a minimum 2 years away) and screw on to the inflator head in a clockwise direction.

  • Page 23: Pylon Light

    Replacement light for all Deckvest Models: DW- PY/L1 Take the Pylon stalk and place through the strap hole Pull the stalk through and attach the stalk bottom to the strap Pylon stalk needs to curve inwards (Spinlock Logo on the outside)

  • Page 24: Lume-On

    All Spinlock lifejackets are approved for use and fitting with the Spinlock Lume-On 1. Make sure your lifejacket is clean and dry before application.
  • Page 25 9. Lume-On positioning on other lifejacket brands may vary. For best results inflate the lifejacket using the oral tube and position at the bottom of each chamber where the lobe would be in the water. Watch the instructional video at www.spinlock.co.uk/Lume-On...

  • Page 26: Zip Slider Replacement

    7: Zip Slider Replacement - Pre 2022 dated products Correct Zip position for a double puller zip. Top yellow slider This one is used on a single zip version - Bottom slider Note the orientation of the word VISLON - It is very important to put the correct sliders in position or the zip will not function correctly.
  • Page 27 3. Position the carriage onto the zip material and against the next tooth. 4. Tilt the teeth in front of the zip to one side. 5. Pull down and backwards on the zip carriage keeping the other teeth out of the way. The carriage should slide onto the track (some force may be required).
  • Page 28 Zip Slider Replacement - 2022 dated products onwards 1. Open zip up from the quick burst zip section. Take remaining zip slider and run round to the side opposite the firing head. Check which slider needs replacing. You will need to remove the yellow slider if the black slider needs replacing.

  • Page 29: Repacking

    8: Repacking To pack the deckvest firstly join the two zip pullers together and start to move the top zipper so the zip starts to join Certain models have two foam pads and the firing cap needs to be placed on the pads. Make sure firing unit trigger is on top of binding when packing deckvest Make sure handle cord is not tangled or caught...
  • Page 30 Pleat 2 Concertina the bladder on top section Make sure sprayhood comes underneath bladder Place clear part of the sprayhood back into back panel The yellow part of sprayhood needs to be placed on top of the bladder Fold the bladder corners in so it sits neatly and continue to zip round Avoid packing sprayhood over shoulder area Pleat 3...
  • Page 31 Important Zip towards the last section The bladder must be folded on top so that it inflates correctly Tuck bladder end into harness end Place pylon body on top of the bladder Once finished tuck the zip ends back inside cover on both sides Reshape the deckvest, align the Pro Sensor Elite indicators to the window.

  • Page 32: Harness Release System Fitting Guide

    8: Harness Release System Fitting Guide HRS Unit HRS Strop HRS Handle HRS Laynard Replacement parts DW-HRS/6D - Harness Release System Kit DW-HRS/6D/STROP - Strop only Open the flap on the back of the belt section. Cut the harness loop out. Harness loop cannot be replaced once cut Attach HRS unit to Deckvest.
  • Page 33 Pass the top part of HRS strop through the large bot- tom loop. It helps to push the strop through the opening further when fitting. Place the HRS units pin through the loop in strop. Use handle on its side to turn the dial to the left, so that it clicks into the locked position.
  • Page 34 8) 2021 models onwards use a separate flap that needs to be secured to the belt. Place the tabs on the flap into slots on belt buckle area 9). Fix handle to press stud and close flap, securing via the two press studs on belt...

  • Page 35: Personal Notes

    Notes..
  • Page 36 Spinlock Ltd Birmingham Road PO31 7BH Cowes United Kingdom The Spinlock Deckvest is extensively protected under Spinlock Limited quality various National, European and International Patents and managment system Design Rights owned by Spinlock Ltd is accredited to I S O 9 0 0 1...

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