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Check the following at the intervals listed below.
1) Before Each Use:
i) Examine the service indicator through the window panel,
ensuring it is green. If the indicator is red, the mechanism requires
service. See Re-arming Your PFD (your model), p. 8 or 10.
ii) Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible.
iii) Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive
abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be
paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in doubt, send it to your
Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.
2) Every Two (2) Months:
i) Leak Test: The Inflatable PFD should be tested for general leakage
by orally inflating your Inflatable PFD until firm and let stand for 16
hours. A leaking Inflatable PFD will not hold its firmness and should
be replaced. If your Inflatable PFD leaks, take it to your Mustang
dealer for evaluation and/or servicing. Repack the Inflatable PFD as
outlined in the Repacking section (p. 13).
ii) Oral Inflation Valve Test: To check the oral inflation valve, fully
inflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator and hold valve under
water. If bubbles appear, deflate and re-inflate to test again. Should
the leak persist, take your Inflatable PFD to your Mustang dealer for
evaluation and/or servicing.
CAUTION: To avoid accidental inflation, don't allow the water
to contact the inflator (MD2087).
iii) Perform a thorough visual examination. See Readiness
Checklist (p. 4).
Perform these tests more often if exposed to potential damage or
used in extreme conditions.
3) After Each Inflation - Re-arm the Inflatable PFD. See Re-arming
Your PFD (your model), p. 8 or 10.
4) Annually - Perform the following at the beginning of each boating
season, after inflation, or whenever the integrity of the Inflatable PFD
is in doubt:
i) Check all components for dirt or corrosion. Clean or replace, as
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