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WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?
Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreational
boating. A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above
water, help you to stay face up in the water, and increase your
chances for survival and rescue. Most adults only need an extra 3.2 to
5.5 kg (7 to 12 pounds) of flotation to keep their heads above water.
The proper size PFD will properly support the weight of the wearer.
Since this Inflatable PFD does not have inherent buoyancy, it provides
flotation only when inflated. Familiarize yourself with the use of this
Inflatable PFD so you know what to do in an emergency.
WHAT IS AN INFLATABLE PFD?
While traditional PFDs are inherently buoyant, inflatable PFDs rely
entirely on inflation for buoyancy. Uninflated, the Inflatable PFD
is a comfortable slim collar that can be inflated at any time with
a 33-gram CO
2
gas cylinder. The Inflatable PFD is designed to
offer maximum mobility with minimum bulk. The Inflatable PFD
MD2951 can be inflated either manually by jerking a pull-tab, or
orally by mouth. The Inflatable PFD MD2953 can be inflated either
automatically during water immersion, manually by jerking a pull-tab,
or orally by mouth. It is recommended that you familiarize yourself
with the procedures outlined in Instructions For Use (below).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
This manual supplies instructional, maintenance and safety
information for all models (MD2951 and MD2953) unless specified
otherwise. The model number is listed on the underside label.
MD2953 Service Indicator
Automatic Inflator
Velcro
Strip
MD2951 Service Indicator
Manual Inflator
Velcro
Strip
Fig. 1
MD2953 Service Indicator
Automatic Inflator
Velcro
Strip
MD2951 Service Indicator
Manual Inflator
Velcro
Strip
Fig. 2
