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Oral Inflation
A properly armed LP will inflate correctly. However, when top-up inflation,
or total inflation in a non-emergency situation is required, the LP can be
inflated by mouth.
When fully inflated automatically the carbon dioxide (CO
2
gas) used to
auto-inflate the LP slowly escapes through the fabric over time. A slight
reduction of pressure is apparent several hours after inflation. Therefore,
oral top-up inflation may be required during prolonged immersion. To
orally inflate the LP:
1. Disengage both zippers completely and open the left lobe of the LP.
2. Locate the oral inflator tube, and remove the dust cap from the end of
the tube.
3. Blow into the tube until the LP is fully inflated.
4. Replace the dust cap in the stowed position.
DEFLATING
CAUTION: Deflating the LP by any means other than by inverting the oral
inflator dust cap may damage the oral inflator valve.
1. To deflate the LP, remove the oral inflator
dust cap from the oral inflator tube, reverse
the dust cap and reinsert it into the tube.
The dust cap does not lock and must be
held in place (Figure 8).
2. Gently squeeze the LP until fully deflated,
ensuring all air or gas is removed from the
LP. To avoid damage, do not wring or twist
the LP or the cell.
3. Replace the dust cap in the stowed position.
4. Visually inspect the inflator status. The status indicator on the MD3196
LP must be green, and the status pin on the MD3091 LP must be in
place before repacking the LP. If those conditions are not met, the LP
inflator has been fired and must be re-armed – see Re-arming.
5. Repack the LP – see Repacking.
FiGURE 8
Compact Tactical LP Owners Manual
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