Product Manual

CONDITIONS FOR THIS TYPE V APPROVAL

This inflatable PFD is approved for use as a substitute for a Type

III PFD ONLY WHEN WORN.

Conditional approvals are granted by the Coast Guard for PFDs

that:

1. Do not meet all the requirements for approval under the Type

I through IV categories but offer other significant safety

features, or

2. Have features or uses not found in Type I through IV PFDs

that require special user knowledge.

The conditions let the user overcome design traits that would

otherwise prevent approval.

“Approved Only When Worn”:

This PFD has the, “Approved Only When Worn”, condition on its

approval because if it is not worn whenever above deck and

underway, it is less likely to be in working order and cannot be

counted as a PFD to meet the carriage requirements on your

boat.

This inflatable PFD requires more frequent checks than ones that

are inherently buoyant or have cylinder seal indication. Wearing

this PFD will:

1. Provide it the extra attention associated with use,

2. Help you address its disadvantages, and

3. Increase safety enormously because you have it when

needed.

Owners of inflatable PFDs must understand the unique

characteristics of these products so that they can use them

safely.

You must learn how to properly arm the PFD.

Why: An improperly armed mechanism may not inflate the

chamber. This PFD will not float you without being

inflated.

You must check the status of the mechanism and the CO2

cylinder before each outing. If the cylinder cap is punctured there

will be no gas to inflate the PFD. Also, if the cylinder is deformed

in any way, there may not be gas to inflate the PFD.

Why: This PFD will not float you unless it can be inflated.