PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MD1127 LIFE PRESERVER BY MUSTANG SURVIVAL
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 DESCRIPTION 2 A. GENERAL B. THE MD1127 LIFE PRESERVER 1. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 2. INFLATION SYSTEM 3. INFLATION CELL 4. FASTENER 5. BELT 6. MARKINGS 7. PACKAGE 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 A. THE BUOYANCY CELL 1. DEFLATING THE BUOYANCY CELL 2. INFLATING THE BUOYANCY CELL 3. FIT ADJUSTMENTS 5 5 6 7 B. DONNING INSTRUCTIONS C. FOLDING PROCEDURES D.
INTRODUCTION Mustang inflatable life preservers are items of primary survival equipment, and as such, every precaution shall be taken to assure proper storage, maintenance, and handling. The life of the wearer may well depend on the condition of the life preserver and the security of its attachments and equipment. This publication provides the information required to inspect, test, and maintain the inflatable life preserver model MD1127.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 6 B. The MD1127 Life preser ver 1. Design and Construction 4. The MD1127 has easy-to-use, Velcro®, hook and loop fasteners on each side of the front cover. This allows the life preserver to be opened when inflated, and easily folded when deflated. When inflating, the Velcro® fasteners burst open allowing the inflation cell to expand out of the cell enclosure.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 7. 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 8 Package A bright yellow polyurethane coated nylon package is provided for storage purposes. The package is closed by a Velcro® patch placed on its cover flap. This allows the package to be opened quickly in the event of an emergency. b) Insert second arm into other side of life preser ver. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 10 Oral Inflation In the event that the CO2 gas cylinder fails to inflate the buoyancy cell, or if the cell needs to be topped up during use, your inflatable life preserver can be inflated by mouth through the inflation tube. To inflate by mouth, depress the mouthpiece and blow into the tube until the cell is fully inflated. 3.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 12 7. Fold the top of the life preserver towards the packer, over the folded ends; Figure 6c. Figure 5: Fit Adjustment of the W aist Belt 8. Slide life preserver in this position into package bag as shown in Figure 6d. 9. Close Velcro® patch. a) To loosen waist belt, pull excess belt in the direction shown above. D. Laundering Procedures Do not dry clean. Do not use chlorine bleach. Do not iron.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 14 Figure 7: The Inflator A. Used New 1. Inflatable Cell Test The inflatable cell can be inflated by the oral inflation valve or the CO2 inflation valve. The inflatable cell is to be tested by the following method: CO2 Gas Cylinder Lever “ready” position Safety clip Component Testing Inflator Mechanism a. Inflate the cell slowly; the cell shall fully inflate so that it opens the cover and becomes rigid.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 16 3. CO2 Inflation Valve Test To test the CO2 inflation valve, operate the manual lever several times. Ensure the lever moves fully and that the piercing pin travels far enough to puncture sealing disk. Visually check to see that the piercing pin is in place, and protrudes sufficiently. Ensure the piercing pin is erect, and does not bend to one side. B. Inspection Procedures 1. Unpack the life preserver and lay it flat on a clean, dry, smooth surface. 2.
PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 18 C. Repairs All repairs shall be conducted only by fully qualified, authorized technicians. Do not attempt to repair or replace any item or part of your life preserver. Return all damaged life preserver for repair to the Mustang Dealer where the item was purchased. D. Warranty Registration Your Mustang inflatable has been manufactured from the finest of materials under strict quality control.
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