Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit MD2085 du fabricant Mustang Survival
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MANUF A CTURER'S MANU AL MD2085 Inflatable PFD Manual Inflation Model Recreational: USCG Approved T ype III Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved T ype V MD2087 Inflatable PFD Manual with.
CONTENTS P age 1 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations 1 Note to Uninspected Commercial V essel Operators 2 Why are PFDs Required Safety Equipment? 2 What is an Inflatable PFD? 2 Instructions f.
APPROV AL CONDITIONS AND CARRIA GE REQUIREMENTS Recreational - T his Inflatable PFD is approved by the U .S . Coast Guard (USCG) for use as a T ype III (Model MD2085), T ype II (Model MD2087) P ersonal Flotation Device (PFD). T hey are not approved for water skiing or other high impact, high-speed activities.
correctly , and that you understand how to inflate the device . Basic visual inspection for readiness , see p . 3 Inflation system status check, see p. 4 Donning, see p. 4 Inflation, see p. 5 WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT? Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational boating.
Congratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase . Uninspected Commercial V essel Use T his Inflatable PFD is not approved for “hot work” and care must be tak en to avoid damage from abrasion and sharp objects. Component Inspection Instructions 1) Examine the service indicator through the window panel (Fig.
hanging on the outside (F ig. 1); secure the V elcro™ strips on both sides of the Inflatable PFD . 5) For the MD2087 only - Ensure the bobbin is v alid.
1) All belts and straps are already threaded correctly and only need to be adjusted for fit. The belt should fit below your rib cage adjusted to a tight personal fit. 2) Put the Inflatable PFD on just like a jack et (F ig. 2) and fasten the front buckle .
2) Automatic Backup Inflation (MD2087) Inflation will occur automatically within 10 seconds after the inflator is immersed in water . The w ater-sensing bobbin will disintegrate , triggering a spring-loaded plunger , which punctures the CO 2 cylinder (F igs.
Special Consider ations for Automatic Devices (MD2087) T he Inflatable PFD might not be armed when needed, either knowingly or unknowingly . Premature automatic inflation causes several risks that you must address to avoid drowning.
NO TE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding . 4) Y our device is ready to be repack ed (see Repacking p. 13). 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 .
MD3085 Manual Inflator Service Indicator Step 5 Cylinder Step 2 O-Ring Step 3 T ab Step 4 Sensor Ring Step 3 Bayonet Lever Step 4 FIGURE 7 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.
Ta b Piercing Pin Cylinder Lever Service Indicator MD3085 Manual Inflator 1/8 T urn Cylinder 1/8 T urn Ta b Piercing Pin Lever Service Indicator MD3081 and MD3082 Manual Inflator FIGURE 8 5) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 8) and ensure it is GREEN .
removed prior to re-arming . CO 2 Cylinder Step 2 Cylinder / Bayonet Assembly Sensor Ring Step 9 Bayonet Ta b Step 10 O-ring Step 9 Service Indicator Step 11 Pull-T ab Lever Step 10 Y ellow Bobbin (wh.
5) Check the housing to be sure it is clear and dry . If necessary , rinse the inflator with fresh water to remove dirt and salt. Let dry before going to step 6. 6) Inspect the bobbin. If the bobbin has been fired or damaged, replace it! Ensure the new bobbin is valid, it must have been purchased within the last three (3) years .
11) Examine the service indicator (F ig. 9) and ensure it is GREEN . If the service indicator is red, the mechanism has been fired or is incorrectly fitted and the inflator requires service . See Re-arming Y our PFD (MD2087) (p. 10). NO TE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding .
15 depicts a correctly folded Inflatable PFD . NO TE: Ensur e that all V elcro™ strips and tabs are fastened. IS Y OUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION? Check your Inflatable PFD between outing.
Check the following at the intervals listed below . 1) Before Each Use: i) Examine the service indicator through the window panel, ensuring it is green. If the indicator is red, the mechanism requires service . See Re-arming Y our PFD (your model), p.
neccessary . See Readiness Checklist (p . 4). ii) 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.
Cleaning and Storing of Y our Inflatable PFD (MD2087) T o clean your Inflatable PFD , remove the CO 2 cylinder/bayonet assembly , cap and bobbin. Keep the bobbin dry . Hand wash or sponge down the Inflatable PFD in warm, soapy water . Rinse the PFD and inflator with clean water .
MODEL MD2087 T he U .S .Coast Guard recommends that you purchase two automatic re-arming kits (MA7202). One kit is to be used immediately in testing the automatic inflation system (see HOW DO Y OU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE A UTOMA TIC INFLA T OR?, p . 18) and the other to carry on board as a spare .
HOW DO Y OU TEST Y OUR PFD USING THE MANU AL INFLA T OR? 1) T o test your Inflatable PFD , you will need your fully armed Inflatable PFD , and re-arming kit approved for your Inflatable PFD: MA7203 for model MD2085, MA7202 for model MD2087. 2) Put on the Inflatable PFD .
5) If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer , orally inflate the Inflatable PFD partially so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation without touching bottom. Note this level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to safely use this Inflatable PFD .
How hypothermia affects most adults W ater Exhaustion or Expected T emperature ˚C (˚F) Unconsciousness T ime of Survival 0.3 (32.5) Under 15 min. Under 15–45 min. 0.3–4 (32.5–40) 15–30 min. 30–90 min. 4–10 (40–50) 30–60 min. 1–3 hrs 10–16 (50–60) 1–2 hrs .
FIGURE 16 HELP P osition EA CH OF THESE DEVICES IS INTENDED T O HELP Y OU SA VE Y OUR OWN LIFE F or your Inflatable PFD to function properly , follow these suggestions to verify that it fits , floats , and remains in good condition. 1) Check the inflation mechanism status indicators before each use.
F or the MD2087 - MA7202 Re-arm Kit – Contains 33-gram replacement CO 2 cylinder/bayonet assembly and bobbin for the auto inflator . ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION If you need more information about PFDs and safe recreational boating, contact your state boating authority , U .
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Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Mustang Survival MD2085 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Mustang Survival MD2085 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Mustang Survival MD2085, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Mustang Survival MD2085 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Mustang Survival MD2085, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Mustang Survival MD2085.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Mustang Survival MD2085. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Mustang Survival MD2085 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
