Stearns Safety & Survival 1189 Boating Equipment User Manual


 
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DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Depress Oral Valve (located inside end of Oral Tube) using either the
protective cap or tab provided by inserting into the end of Oral Tube,
see drawing. Gently compress air out of the inflatable chamber while
depressing the Oral Valve.
DO NOT TWIST OR WRING INFLATABLE CHAMBER TO DEFLATE.
If for any reason the Oral Valve remains open, depress it several times.
If it does not release, discontinue use of this PFD and take it to a certified
repair station. (See Page 11 for repair station locations/information.) In
an emergency situation, hold thumb over the valve if it will not close, or
fold the oral tube in half and squeeze together. Refer to page 19 for
Repacking Instructions.