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Always store your Inflatable PFD in a warm, dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD
(MD3083 and MD3084)
To clean your Inflatable PFD, remove the CO
2
cylinder/bayonet assembly,
cap and bobbin. Keep the bobbin dry. Hand wash or sponge down the
Inflatable PFD in warm, soapy water. Rinse the PFD and inflator with
clean water. Hang the Inflatable PFD to dry on a plastic coat hanger.
Ensure the inflator is thoroughly dry before installing the bobbin. Be
sure to replace CO
2
cylinder/bayonet assembly, cap and bobbin (see
Re-arming your PFD (MD3083 and MD3084), p. 10).
Always store your Inflatable PFD in a warm, dry place out of direct
sunlight.
WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?
Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational
boating. A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above water,
help you to stay face up in the water, and increase your chances for
survival and rescue. Most adults only need an extra 7 to 12 pounds (3.2
to 5.5 kg) of flotation to keep their heads above water. The proper size
PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer.
Since this Inflatable PFD does not have inherent buoyancy, it provides
flotation only when inflated. Familiarize yourself with the use of this
Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency.
HOW AND WHY TO TEST YOUR PFD
Inflate your Inflatable PFD and try it out in the water to:
· Make sure it floats you:
•Comfortably(whenwornproperly)
•Adequatelyforexpectedwaveconditions(bodyshapes/
densities affect performance)
· Make sure it works:
•Aflowofbubblesshouldnotappear(seeCAREAND
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