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How do you Test your PFD Using the
Oral Inflator?
1) To test your inflatable PFD, you will not need any spare parts, or
rearming kits.
2) Remove the CO2 cylinder, to prevent inadvertent activation of the
manual inflation system which could potentially damage the PFD.
Inspect the threaded end to confirm it is unused.
3) Put on the PFD.
4) Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with
your head above the surface.
5) If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, inflate the PFD partially
so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete
inflation without touching bottom, either orally or manually. Note this
level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely
use this inflatable PFD.
6) Fully inflate the PFD using the oral inflator.
7) See if the 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. Note the effect of where you hold your
legs on how you float.
8) Get out of the water and remove the PFD. Completely deflate the PFD
using the oral inflator.
9) Let the PFD dry thoroughly. REARM AND REPACK the PFD in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions!
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