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3) Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the
beaded handle. The Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
should fully inflate
within 5 seconds.
4) Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with
your head above the surface.
5) See if the Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
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 and how you float.
6) Get out of the water and remove the Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
.
Completely deflate the Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
using the oral
inflator (see Deflation p. 10).
7) Let the Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
dry thoroughly. Re-arm (p. 11) and
Repack the PFD (p. 17).
HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL
INFLATOR?
This test is not mandatory, however may be conducted using the
following procedure.
WARNING: Use only a previously fired hydrostatic inflator to
perform this test. DO NOT test with a fully armed hydrostatic
inflator as double inflation may occur, possibly resulting in cell
damage.
1) No spare parts or re-arming kits are needed to test your Inflatable
PFD.
2) Put on the Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
.
3) Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with
your head above the surface.
4) If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, inflate the Inflatable
Vest with LIFT
TM
partially so that you are supported well enough to
Inflatable Vest with LIFT
TM
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