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MUSTANG SURVIVAL
MANUFACTURER'S MANUAL
MD2085 Inflatable PFD
Manual Inflation Model
Recreational: USCG Approved Type III
Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V
MD2087 Inflatable PFD
Manual with Automatic Backup Inflation Model
Recreational: USCG Approved Type II
Uninspected Commercial Vessels: USCG Approved Type V
INFLATABLE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE
WE SAVE LIVES FOR A LIVING
DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE
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CONTENTS Page 1 Approval Conditions and Carriage Regulations 1 Note to Uninspected Commercial Vessel Operators 2 Why are PFDs Required Safety Equipment? 2 What is an Inflatable PFD? 2 Instructions for Use 3 Uninspected Commercial Vessel Use 3 Component Inspection Instructions 4 Readiness Checklist 4 Sizing and Fit 4 Donning Instructions 5 Inflating Your Inflatable PFD 7 Special Considerations for Automatic Devices (MD2087) 7 Deflating the Inflatable P
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APPROVAL CONDITIONS AND CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS Recreational - This Inflatable PFD is approved by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) for use as a Type III (Model MD2085), Type II (Model MD2087) Personal Flotation Device (PFD). They are not approved for water skiing or other high impact, high-speed activities. This Inflatable PFD was designed to be more comfortable and less restrictive to wear than inherently buoyant PFDs. When worn, used, and serviced according to this owner’s manual, this Inflatab
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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. 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 7 to 12 l
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Congratulations on your Inflatable PFD purchase. Uninspected Commercial Vessel Use This Inflatable PFD is not approved for “hot work” and care must be taken to avoid damage from abrasion and sharp objects. Component Inspection Instructions 1) Examine the service indicator through the window panel (Fig. 1). Ensure the service indicator is green. If the service indicator is red, the mechanism has been fired or is incorrectly fitted (see Re-arming Your PFD (for your model)). NOTE: The service
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hanging on the outside (Fig. 1); secure the Velcro™ strips on both sides of the Inflatable PFD. 5) For the MD2087 only - Ensure the bobbin is valid. The PFD, or bobbin, must have been purchased within the last three (3) years. If the purchase date is unknown, check the date printed on the bobbin and replace if older than three (3) years (see Re-arming Your PFD (MD2087), p. 10). Readiness Checklist Check your Inflatable PFD and ensure all of the checkpoints listed below are true before use
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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 jacket (Fig. 2) and fasten the front buckle. Adjust the waist belt using the side buckle on the belt and secure the belt’s loose end in the belt loop. WARNING: Do not wear Inflatable PFDs under clothing as the inflation could be restricted or you could be injured. FIGURE 2 Inflating Y
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2) Automatic Backup Inflation (MD2087) Inflation will occur automatically within 10 seconds after the inflator is immersed in water. The water-sensing bobbin will disintegrate, triggering a spring-loaded plunger, which punctures the CO cylinder 2 (Figs. 8 and 10) to inflate the Inflatable PFD. Information When inflated, the carbon dioxide (CO gas) used to inflate the PFD 2 will slowly escape through the fabric over time. A slight reduction of pressure will be observed after several hour
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Special Considerations for Automatic Devices (MD2087) The 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. Much less common but also important are: WARNING: Avoid double inflation (CO2 cylinder inflation after full oral inflation) as it could damage the PFD. 1) Inflation when stored in a tight space could damage the PFD, and 2) The PFD could inflate when you are in an a
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NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding. 4) Your device is ready to be repacked (see Repacking p. 13). FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 Oral In ator Cap In Dust cap Dust cap Deflate in stowed position for Position position de ation Usage Below Freezing 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. Under these conditions use the oral inflator to
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FIGURE 7 MD2085 MD3085 Manual Inflator Cylinder Step 2 Sensor Ring Step 3 Bayonet Tab Step 4 O-Ring Step 3 Lever Service Step 4 Indicator Step 5 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 (Fig. 8). WARNING: PFD WILL ONLY INFLATE IF CYLINDER IS TURNED TO A FULL STOP. 9 Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual
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FIGURE 8 MD2085 MD3085 Manual Inflator Tab Cylinder Piercing Pin 1/8 Turn Service Indicator Lever 5) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 8) 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 Your MD3081 and MD3082 Manual Inflator PFD (MD2085) p. 8. Tab NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding. Cylinder 6) Refold the Inflatable PFD in accordance with the Repacking s
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removed prior to re-arming. FIGURE 9 MD3087 MD2087 Automatic Inflator Cap Step 3 CO 2 Cylinder Step 2 Cylinder / Bayonet Sensor Ring Assembly Yellow Bobbin Step 9 (white side up) Bayonet Step 4 Tab HOUSING** Step 10 Step 4 O-ring Step 9 Housing Shoulder Pins Step 8 Service Indicator Step 11 Lever Step 10 Pull-Tab 11 Inflatable PFD Owner’s Manual
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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. If the bobbin purchase date is unknown, check the date printed on the bobbin and replace if older than three (3) years (see Re-arming Your PFD (MD2087), p. 10). 7) I
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11) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 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 Your PFD (MD2087) (p. 10). NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding. 12) Refold Inflatable PFD in accordance with the Repacking section (p. 13). YOUR INFLATABLE PFD (MD2087) IS NOW READY FOR MANUAL USE WITH AUTOMATIC BACKUP FIGURE 11 MD3087 MD2087 Automatic Inflator Cyl
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15 depicts a correctly folded Inflatable PFD. NOTE: Ensure that all Velcro™ strips and tabs are fastened. E F A B D C A B D C FIGURE 12 FIGURE 14 FIGURE 13 FIGURE 15 Pull-tab IS YOUR PFD IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION? Check your Inflatable PFD between outings to be sure that it is properly armed; that it is free of rips, tears or holes; that all seams are securely sewn; and that the fabric, straps and hardware are still strong (See Readiness Checklist, p. 4). Inspect the inflatable port
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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 Your PFD (your model), p. 8 or 10. ii) Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible. iii) Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in
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neccessary. See Readiness Checklist (p. 4). ii) Visually examine your Inflatable PFD for damage or excessive abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be paid to the stitching, straps and hardware. If in doubt, send it to your Mustang dealer for evaluation and/or servicing. iii) Perform the Oral Inflation Valve Test: See the Oral Inflation Valve Test in the Every Two (2) Months Care and Maintenance Instructions section. iv) Perform the Leak Test. See the Leak T
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Cleaning and Storing of Your Inflatable PFD (MD2087) To clean your Inflatable PFD, remove the CO cylinder/bayonet assembly, 2 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. Hang the Inflatable PFD to dry on a plastic coat hanger. Ensure the inflator is thoroughly dry before installing the bobbin. Be sure to replace CO cylinder/bayonet assembly, cap and bobbin (see 2 Re-arming your PFD (MD2
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MODEL MD2087 The 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 YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE AUTOMATIC INFLATOR?, p. 18) and the other to carry on board as a spare. The U.S. Coast Guard recommends you test the automatic inflation system in the water at the beginning of each boating season. By doing this, you demonstrate that the automatic inflation system is still
