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Testing your Deckvest CENTO
You should always test the inflation of your lifejacket to ensure you are fully aware of how
it functions.
This can be done with the Oral, Manual or Automatic inflators.
If planning to test the lifejacket with the Oral inflator you will not need any spare parts
or rearming kits as long as you remove the CO
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cylinder and automatic capsule before
entering the water.
If you are a weak swimmer it is strongly recommended to use an automatic lifejacket or an
inherently buoyant device.
1.
Put on the Deckvest CENTO and adjust to fit.
2.
Stand in shallow water or swimming pool, just deep enough for your head to be
above the surface.
3. Inflation:
Automatic:
lifejacket should fully inflate within five seconds of water
contacting the firing head.
Manual:
lifejacket can be activated by a sharp pull on the inflation handle.
Oral inflation:
Ensure that cylinder and firing head have been removed before
entering the water. Open the lifejacket cover from the zip breakout point, locate
the oral inflator, remove cap and blow through tube.
4.
After testing completely deflate the lifejacket using the oral inflator.
5.
Let the Deckvest dry thoroughly. Do not expose to direct heat.
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WARNING:
If in doubt, send your Deckvest CENTO to your nearest service centre for
evaluation and/or servicing.
If you are not completely confident about undertaking the self-inspection and
servicing of your lifejacket in accordance with these instructions, you must
not use your lifejacket again until it has been professionally inspected and
serviced. (For details of your nearest service centre see www.spinlock.co.uk).
Any modification or repair to any part of the Deckvest CENTO is expressly
forbidden unless carried out by Spinlock Ltd.
FITTING ADJUSTMENTS (PAGE 1)
Put on over head, A. Feed metal buckle through itself,
B. Pull chest belt webbing tight. - It is unsafe to wear
any lifejacket loosely. Deckvest chest belt should be
positioned above lowest point of rib cage. C. Attach
crotch strap - passing though legs before fastening
plastic buckle in pocket on front.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Important notice: Specific training is essential
before use.
Read this notice carefully before use. This technical
notice illustrates ways of using this product.
Many types of misuse exist which are impossible
to list or even imagine. In case of doubt or any
problem of understanding, contact Spinlock. Water
sports are dangerous activities which may lead to
severe injuries or even death. Adequate training
in appropriate safety techniques and methods is
essential and acquiring this training is your own
responsibility. You personally assume all risks and
responsibilities for all damage, injury or death
which may occur during or following wrong use
of our products in any manner whatsoever. If you
are not able, or are not in a position to assume this
responsibility or to take such risks do not use this
equipment.
USE
This product must only be used by competent
and responsible persons, or those placed under
the direct and visual control of a competent
and responsible person. Check that this product
is compatible with other components of your
equipment. To prolong the life of this product, care
in use is necessary. Avoid rubbing against abrasive
surfaces or sharp edges. 150N: This level is intended
for general application or for use with foul weather
clothing. It will turn an unconscious person into a
safe position and requires no subsequent action by
the user to maintain this position. Full performance
may not be achieved if using watertight/waterproof
clothing or in other circumstances. Gas cylinders are
dangerous goods and should be kept away from
children and not misused. Do not use as a cushion.
Train yourself in the use of the device. Compatible
with approved safety lines and clothing. Anchorage
point is located at the centre of the chest. Ensure no
sharp edges on safety line attachment point.
Use with an approved personal safety line only.
Attach to Jack line / fixed eyes. Anchorage points
must be able to withstand forces of more than 1
tonne. Never attach to lifelines / standing or running
rigging. This is not a PFD until fully inflated.
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, STORAGE
Remove gas cylinder and automatic components
and then clean by hand and rinse in clean fresh
water (maximum temperature 30° C). Dry in a cool,
ventilated dark room. Grease spots may be removed
with trichlorethylene. Webbing shrinks very slightly
in drying. Always carry and store your Deckvest
in a well ventilated bag. Though UV protected,
this product is best stored away from direct light,
in a well ventilated place away from extreme
temperatures.
CHEMICALS
All chemicals (including petrol, battery acid,
corrosive materials and solvents) should be
regarded as harmful. If your Deckvest comes in
contact with chemicals, please notify Spinlock,
stating the precise chemicals concerned. We will
investigate and give our advice.
WARNING:
The deck safety harness and safety
line may transmit very large forces. Only attach
to strong hooking points or jack-lines. The deck
safety harness and safety line are intended to
prevent the user falling overboard. They do not
provide protection from falls at height. It is
unsafe to wear this harness loose, the harness
shall be worn tightly in order to be effective.
MAJOR FALLS
In the event that your full body weight is dropped a
distance and then stopped, do not continue to use
this product. Even if no external changes are visible,
internal damage may have reduced its strength
and its margin of safety. Do not hesitate to contact
Spinlock in case of doubt.
Anchorage point should be located at the centre
of the chest. Ensure no sharp edges on safety line
attachment point. Use with an approved personal
safety line only. Attach to Jack line / fixed eyes.
Anchorage points must be able to withstand forces
of more than 1 tonne. Never attach to lifelines /
standing or running rigging.
(EN) English
Safety Notices
REMEMBER: RE-ARM AND RE-PACK THE LIFEJACKET IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS - See video at www.spinlock.co.uk
WE RECOMMEND THAT THE AUTOMATIC CAPSULE (PART NO. DW-RAK/100) IS
REPLACED ANNUALLY. ALSO UNSCREW AND INSPECT THE THREADED END OF
THE CO2 CYLINDER TO CONFIRM IT IS UNUSED.
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