Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto MD3075 del fabbricante Mustang Survival
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MANUF A CTURER'S MANU AL MD3075 Inflatable PFD Manual Inflation Model Recreational: USCG Approved T ype III DO NO T REMO VE PRIOR T O SALE MUST ANG SURVIV AL WE SA VE LIVES FOR A LIVING INFLA T A.
CONTENTS P age 1 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations 1 Mandatory Carriage Requirements 1 What is an Inflatable PFD? 2 Instructions for Use 2 Component Inspection Instructions 2 Readiness Chec.
APPROV AL CONDITIONS AND CARRIA GE REQUIREMENTS T his Inflatable PFD is approved by the U .S . Coast Guard (USCG) for use as a T ype III (Model MD3075) Personal Flotation Device (PFD). It is not approved for water skiing or other high impact, high-speed activities .
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE T his manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety information for model MD3075 unless specified otherwise . T he model number is listed on the underside label. Congratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase . Component Inspection Instructions 1) Examine the service indicator through the window panel (Fig.
n Inflatable PFD is not twisted. n Oral-inflation dust cap is in the stowed position (F ig. 6). n "Jerk to inflate" tab exits bottom of pouch. Y our Inflatable PFD is ready for use if all applicable boxes are checked. NO TE: Contact your Mustang Dealer if you have any concerns about the readiness of your Inflatable PFD .
Deployment and Use of the PFD (Fig2, Step 3-6) Inflating then donning 1) Either pull out the bladder from fabric casing, then inflate orally , or pull sharply on tab to inflate . 2) Put over head. 3) Tie the tie tapes at neckline Donning then inflating 1) Pull out the bladder .
the Inflatable PFD by mouth (F ig. 4) should inflation not occur , or if you are in a non-emergency situation. T o orally inflate the Inflatable PFD , first locate the oral inflation tube by opening the cover panel of the Inflatable PFD .
Usage Below F reezing When the temperature is below freezing, the Inflatable PFD should be worn partially inflated because a fully discharged cylinder may not quickly or adequately inflate your Inflatable PFD . Under these conditions use the oral inflator to adequately top-up the PFD , after CO 2 inflation.
4) Raise, and hold, the lever into the inflator housing. Install a new cylinder/bayonet assembly by engaging bayonet tabs in housing, pushing in then turning clockwise 1/8 turn to a full stop (F ig. 8). 5) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 8) and ensure it is GREEN .
6) Refold the Inflatable PFD in accordance with the Repacking section (p . 9). Y OUR INFLA TABLE PFD (MD3075) IS NOW READ Y FOR MANU AL USE Repacking Gently squeeze the Inflatable PFD until all air or gas has been expelled (F ig. 5). Do not wring or twist the Inflatable PFD .
4) Without twisting, fold the bladder over once and place into the centre of the pouch between the two wings (F ig.9). Ensure the yellow inflator pulltab is positioned so it hangs out from the bottom, between the Velcro TM closure . 5) P osition so that green indicator is visible through window .
ii) Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible . iii) Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive abrasion, wear , tear or contamination. P articular attention must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware . If in doubt, send it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing.
iv) P erform the Leak T est. See the Leak T est in the Every T wo (2) Months Care and Maintenance Instructions section. v) Ensure the service indicator is green (F ig. 1). vi) Record as an "Annual" inspection in permanent ink on the Care and Storage label, in the Date Maintained column.
HOW AND WHY T O TEST Y OUR PFD Inflate your Inflatable PFD and try it out in the water to: Mak e sure it floats you: •Comfortably (when worn properly) • Adequately for.
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 PFD . Completely deflate the Inflatable PFD using the oral inflator (see Deflating the Inflatable PFD p .
WEAR Y OUR PFD In approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities , the victims were not wearing a PFD . Most fatal accidents happen on calm sunny days. This Inflatable PFD is much more comfortable to wear than other PFD types . Get into the habit of wearing this Inflatable PFD .
2) Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft, fellow survivor , or a floating object on which you can lean or climb . Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss . In cold w ater , drown- proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommended.
3) T ry your wearable Inflatable PFD on and adjust it until it fits comfortably in and out of the water . 4) Mark your Inflatable PFD with your name if you are the only wearer . 5) Do not alter your Inflatable PFD . If it doesn’t fit properly , get one that does .
of the aircraft operator , one small carbon dioxide cylinder fitted into a self-inflating jack et, plus one spare cartridge , may be carried by a passenger or crew in check ed or carry-on baggage. Please refer to the governing body’ s documentation, found online at http://hazmat.
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Se non hai ancora comprato il Mustang Survival MD3075 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Mustang Survival MD3075 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Mustang Survival MD3075 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Mustang Survival MD3075 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Mustang Survival MD3075, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Mustang Survival MD3075.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Mustang Survival MD3075. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Mustang Survival MD3075 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
