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12. Ensure that the status indicator on the replacement inflator cap is
green, the lanyard for the beaded manual inflation handle is present,
and the locking ring is locked.
13. To test for leakage, inflate the LP using the oral inflator tube – see
Inflating the LP. To avoid damage to the LP do not exceed 2 psi. After
two hours there should be no noticeable drop in pressure in the LP.
REPACKING THE LP
NOTE: After each field-use inflation, the MD1250 LPs must be rearmed,
leak tested, and fully deflated before repacking.
1. Visually inspect the status indicator on
the hydrostatic inflator (Figure 13). Green
indicates that the inflator is armed and
ready for use. Red indicates that the inflator
has been fired and must be replaced – see
Re-arming the LP.
2. Visually inspect the expiry date on the
hydrostatic inflator (Figure 13). If the expiry
date has passed, replace the inflator – see
Re-arming the LP.
Gas Removal from the Inflation Cell
WARNING: All gas must be evacuated from the inflation cell prior to
packing the LP. Failure to follow this procedure will significantly degrade
the performance of the automatic inflation system.
1. A vacuum source capable of achieving at least 5 in-Hg and a vacuum
fitting suitable to connect the vacuum source to the oral inflator is
required to complete this procedure.
Note: A 3 HP shop vaccuum will provide more than 5 in-Hg of vaccuum.
2. Place the LP on a flat surface with the hydrostatic inflator facing upwards.
3. Attach the automatic/manual conversion cap (MA7219) to the
hydrostatic inflator.
4. Turn the LP upside down so that the hydrostatic inflator is facing
downwards.
5. Locate the oral inflation tube and turn the locking ring clockwise to
open the inflator valve and unlock the mouthpiece.
6. Attach a vacuum fitting to the oral inflator.
7. Turn on the vacuum source.
8. Pinch the black flange at the base of the oral inflation tube. This will
help prevent the bladder fabric from sealing off the vacuum.
9. Depress the mouthpiece to evacuate the entrapped gas from the
inflation cell.
Status
Indicator
Hydrostatic Water
Inlet Valve
Manual Ination
Lanyard
Beaded Manual
Ination Handle
Tabs
Black Locking Ring
Expiry Date
Figure 13
Tactical Inflatable Side Pouch LP Owners Manual
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