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9) Ensure the pull-tab (J) is on the outside of the folded Inflatable PFD.
Fig. 30 depicts a correctly folded Inflatable PFD.
J
FIGURE 31
Sailing Harness
CAUTION: Use only as a sailing harness.
Models with a sailing harness (MD3184) are designed to prevent the
user from falling overboard when used with a tether with an under-load
quick-release hook and have been designed and tested in accordance
with Offshore Racing Council (ORC) requirements. Care and attention
must be taken to ensure that the harness is used and maintained
correctly. The harness is designed to be worn by persons at least 5 feet
5 inches tall (165 cm). The harness should be worn as high on the chest
as possible, but in all cases, at least 2 inches (5 cm) above the lowest rib
measured from the bottom of the belt and should not be used if it does
not fit in this manner. Adjust the harness using the strap adjuster so that
the harness is as snug as tolerable.
Failure to adjust the harness properly could result in injury.
When attached to the boat use a tether of less than 6 feet 6 inches (2 m)
in length with quick-release under-load hardware (Fig. 31).
Ensure that a tether is secured to both D-rings. When not in use, the
D-rings can be pushed under the lapels.
Warning: Use of a sailing harness to prevent falls overboard
presents several risks. In case of capsizing or sinking, the boat
may take you down. As such, ensure that any tether used has
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