90-00001-1 USCG Owner`s Manual Rev C 5-01
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1. bobbin element N Aus Cap clear A Rinse any white residue remaining in or on al the cap and from the housing of the inflator Ow Shake dry or allow to air dry Fresh water SA AS Red lever rinse is desirable d Check the date on the side of the bobbin to ensure that the bobbin is less than 3 years old Insert the fresh bobbin lining up the slots on the bobbin with the ridges inside the housing Replace clear cap inflator securely but do not over tighten The indicator at the bottom of the cap will change from red to green when the bobbin is properly loaded The inflator will not work in the automatic mode without the bobbin Housing L ee e 3 Step A5 If manual lever is not locked or the green indicator clip is missing close the lever within the inflator body and carefully insert a new green indicator clip so that it fully covers the red lever on the body by aligning the arms on the clip with the slots in the inflator housing Push firmly in the middle of the clip to snap into place Step A6 Look into the threaded cylinder Receiver and view i the gasket Replace if worn This is a 3 8 inch gasket Step A7 Inspect the face of the new cylinder Be sure it is smooth and has no holes or scratches There is a gross weight on the cylinder If you have any question about cylinder integrity weigh the cylinder on a small scale such as a postage scale Compare the weight printed o2. Inflation Instructions Auto Inflation If armed in auto mode PFD will auto inflate upon submersion in water Manual Inflation If armed in auto mode or manual mode the PFD can be inflated by grasping the JERK TO INFLATE tab and rapidly pull downward LVII or yyar t t CAUTION Do not manually inflate after the chamber is ALREADY inflated This may cause damage to the PFD y Oral Inflation 1 Unzip the zipper on the left chest side of the jacket 2 Grasp the Red Oral Tube and bring to mouth 3 Blow air into the Oral Tube until the PFD is firm Note Oral inflation may be required if PFD is NOT firm due to cold temperatures at or below 40 F 4 C VI Abandon Ship Instructions 1 Inflate PFD manually as described in Section V previous section 2 Hold collar area of the PFD if worn alone or collar area of the Jacket if PFD is zipped into jacket Then jump into water See diagram below VII Deflation Instruction 1 LOCATE INFLATION CAP on oral tube OPEN INFLATION CAP INVERT CAP DEPRESS INFLATION CAP INTO TUBE a R P P Assist in deflation by rolling jacket and or PFD tightly starting from the inflator side of the lifejacket and roll toward the oral tube Be sure to remove as much inflation medium as possible Deflation may be easier by removing the PFD from the jacket first 6 Upon deflating the bladder replace the cap onto the oral tube 7 Reposition oral tube into Velcro loop
3. 34 36 in 38 40 in 76 81 cm 86 91 cm 97 102 cm SIZES L XL 2XL 3XL CHEST 42 44 in 46 48 in 50 52 in 54 56 in 107 112 cm 117 122 cm 127 132 cm 137 142 cm Il Special Consideration for the manual Automatic INFLATOR ON THIS PFD Premature automatic inflation creates several risks that you must address to avoid drowning The PFD might not be armed when needed either knowingly or unknowingly Much less common but also important are 1 Double inflation could damage the PFD 2 Inflation when stored in a tight space could damage the PFD and 3 The PFD could inflate when you re in an awkward place or position Owners of this type of inflatable PFD must understand the unique characteris tics of the product 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 provide buoyancy 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 Why You usually cannot be sure that no one else inflated the PFD recently and did not replace the cylinder Why Premature inflations that occur on a stored product may go unnoticed since the CO2 gas will permeate the ch
4. don while inflated with PFD in Jacket follow Step 1 above B Wear Float Tech as a stand alone PFD no Jacket Step 1 Secure the front buckle s and adjust until comfortably snug fit Both buckles need be secured while wearing the device Step 2 After donning locate the Jerk to Inflate tab for the mechanism it should protrude from the PFD and be visible Make sure that you are comfortable locating the Jerk to Inflate tab with either hand Step 3 Prior to inflating always view indicator to verify that the device is ac tive View inflator through clear window in the PFD Refer to Arming Instructions in this manual page 8 for auto inflator arming instruc tions and page 10 for converting auto inflator to manual inflator Step 4 When wearing the Float Tech PFD alone secure the oral inflation tube to the PFD with Velcro loop This will secure the oral inflation tube to the core and reduce wear on the oral tube Please note To don the PFD alone not in jacket while inflated follow Steps 1 and 4 in the this above section CAUTION Bulky clothing may affect the ability of this PFD to turn the wearer to face up position in water The Float Tech PFD is designed to fit with the approved Jackets only DO NOT wear the PFD under any other jacket or apparel The approved outerwear list can be found on the USCG Website or www floattech com or contact the manufacturer directly See contact information on page 23 of this manual V
5. if being worn as PFD alone or reposition oral tube into Jacket pocket and re zip pocket Do not use Velcro loop when repositioning oral tube back into Jacket pocket Caution All CO2 or inflation medium must be removed from the PFD after inflation occurs to ensure that the PFD is not over inflated and damaged the next time the PFD is inflated OPEN INVERT DEPRESS Vill Care and Cleaning REMOVE THE PFD BEFORE ALL CLEANINGS OF THE JACKET THE JACKET SHOULD BE CLEANED SEPARATELY FROM THE PFD Machine wash cold tumble dry on low or delicate the jacket only not the PFD For the PFD Do not Machine Wash Do not Machine Dry Do not Dry Clean Donot use SOLVENT based cleaners Donot Bleach Drying If the PFD or the jacket is wet place both separately the jacket and the PFD on coat hangers to allow for thorough drying Do not use any heat source or direct sunlight to dry Cleaning For the PFD rinse well with fresh not salt water damp wipe with mild detergent Any oil or grease should be removed The service life of this PFD depends upon how it is used and cared for When not in use the PFD should be stored away from direct sunlight high tempera ture and high humidity These elements will degrade the life of the materials The PFD should be stored in a clean cool dry area IX Inspection A User Inspection Check your PFD between outings to ensure that the CO Cartridge is properly armed that it is f
6. per formance characteristics This inflatable PFD is not approved for high impact activities such as water skiing As a Personal Flota tion Device PFD that was designed to be more comfortable and less restrictive to the wearer the device must be worn used and serviced according to this owners manual This Inflatable PFD can increase your chances of survival in the water but is not rec ommended for weak or non swimmers According to Coast Guard regulations users of inflatable PFD s must be at least 16 years of age or over 80 Ibs NOTE DEVICE IS PACKED UNARMED and MUST BE ARMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS MANUAL Conditions For This Type V Approval Conditional approvals are granted by the U S Coast Guard for PFDs that 1 Do not meet all the requirements for approval under the Type through IV categories but offer other significant safety fea tures or Have features or uses not found in Type through Type IV PFDs that require special user knowledge 2 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 it s approval because if it is not worn whenever above deck and underway it s less likely to be in working order and cannot be counted as a PFD to meet the carriage requirements on your boat This manual automatic inflatable PFD requires more frequent checks than ones that have inherently buoyancy Wearing
7. this PFD will 1 Ensure it gets the extra attention associated with use 2 Ensures the user knows the advantages and disadvantages of the device and 3 Increase safety enormously because you have it when needed Read the discussion under SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR THE MANUAL AUTOMATIC INFLATOR ON THIS PFD and understand its implications on your safety SERVICE RECORD DATE SERVICED BY COMMENTS DATE SERVICED BY COMMENTS DATE SERVICED BY COMMENTS DATE SERVICED BY COMMENTS I Product Description Float Tech is a unique product in that it consists of two overall components The first component is the zip in inflatable Personal Flotation Device PFD which is referred to as the PFD throughout the remainder of this manual The second component is called the Jacket or Jacket without sleeves since the user will have the ability to zip the sleeves off the Jacket The PFD has the inflatable life jacket technology and devices that makes it a fully functioning personal flotation device while worn by itself or while zipped into specifically approved Jackets The list of approved Jackets that are inte grable with the Float Tech PFD is provided at the USCG website as well as www floattech com or by contacting the manufacturer See contact information on page 23 of this manual REFER TO PAGE 5 amp 6 FORA DIAGRAM OF THESE TWO MAIN COMPO NENTS SIZE CHART SIZES XS S M CHEST 30 32 in
8. 4204Z for automatic rearming Referenced Kit includes a 24 gram 1 2 inch thread CO cylinder bobbin and green indica tor tab Leland Rearming Kit 840AMU 84204Z for manual rearming Referenced Kit includes a 24 gram 1 2 inch thread CO cylinder and green indicator tab Note Many manufacturers provide rearming kits and may provide one that works with this device Consult your retailer for help C Where do I send my PFD for inspection and or service Refer to Section B Certified Inspection page 18 for details D Can Iwear my Float Tech PFD with other Jackets NO the Float Tech PFD is designed to fit with the approved Jackets only DO NOT wear the liner under any other jacket or apparel Refer to our website www floattech com or contact us directly for a list of approved outer jackets for this device Contact information is on page 23 of this manual XI Additional Information A WEAR YOUR PFD In approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities the victims were not wear ing a PFD Most fatal accidents happen on calm sunny days This inflatable PFD is much more comfortable to wear than other PFD types Get into the habit of wearing this PFD Non swimmers and children especially should wear a hybrid or non inflatable PFD at all times when on or near the water B HYPOTHERMIA Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as hypothermia a substantial loss of body heat which leads to exhaustion an
9. ABLE ELASTIC POCKET FOR SPARE CO2 AND MANUAL CONVERSION CAP VISLON ZIPPER FOR ATTACHING AS A PFD TO THE JACKET lll Pre donning Instructions Check the following before usage e Inspect PFD for Damage e Examine Inflation Mechanism status indicators e Examine CO Cartridge Face for puncture hole 1 Inspecting your PFD for Damage Inspect the PFD for rips tears or punctures The Inflatable Chamber and Liner should be inspected at the beginning of each boating season and every two months during each season Damage indicates that the Inflatable Chamber may not function properly to act as a Personal Flotation Device If such defects are present discontinue use of the PFD and have the PFD inspected by an authorized repair facility for authorized repair information please contact the manufacturer See contact information on page 23 of this manual To perform the leak test procedure please refer to the section User Inspection section V A 2 Examine Inflation Mechanism Status Indicators The status indicator check instructions are provided on the device inside a pocket near the inside of the left chest The V90000 Automatic inflator used with Float Tech has two indicators one for the Jerk to Inflate Actuating Lever and one for the Automatic Bobbin The status Indicators will tell you if the mechanism is ARMED and ready for activation In addition the CO Cartridge Face should be checked for a puncture hole The color of the Status I
10. OWNER S MANUAL FLOAT TECH gt Wear it Live with it i i Model Number s FT HRA R5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE NOTE DEVICE IS PACKED UNARMED and MUST BE ARMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONDITIONS OF TYPE V APPROVAL SERVICE RECORD INFORMATION PRODUCT DESCRIPTION II SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MANUAL AUTO INFLATOR III PRE DONNING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Inspecting your pfd for damage 2 Examining Inflation Mechanism Status Indicators 3 Examining CO Cylinder Face for Puncture Hole 4 Halkey Roberts Auto Inflator Rearming Instructions 5 Conversion of Auto Inflator to Manual Only Operations 6 Attaching the Float Tech PFD to the Jacket IV DONNING INSTRUCTIONS A Wearing Float Tech as a Jacket PFD zipped into Jacket B Wearing Float Tech as a PFD Without Jacket V INFLATION INSTRUCTIONS VI ABANDON SHIP INSTRUCTIONS VII DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONS VIII CARE AND CLEANING IX INSPECTION A User Inspection B Certified Inspection X FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS A HOW DO YOU WATER TEST YOUR PFD B WHERE CAN PURCHASE A REARMING KIT C WHERE DO SEND MY PFD FOR INSPECTION AND OR SERVICE D CAN WEAR MY FLOAT TECH PFD WITH OTHER JACKETS Xl ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A WEAR YOUR PFD B HYPOTHERMIA CONTACT INFORMATION NNN 10 12 13 19 19 20 20 21 21 23 This device is a USCG approved Type V providing Type lll
11. am ber fabric within a few days leaving a deflated chamber Why U S Coast Guard studies have shown high percentages of un serviceable inflatable PFDs with used cylinders in them when used by recreational boaters This PFD is designed to allow you to re arm it in the Manual Inflation Only mode Do not make any other alterations or modifications to the inflator mecha nism Why Altering the mechanism may result in the failure of the device to inflate and provide the necessary buoyancy to float you Why Altering the PFD will void the U S Coast Guard approval Please read the entire owners manual for more details about the use and care of this Inflatable PFD JACKET with Inflatable Liner Attached E A 1 LANYARD FOR MANUAL ACTIVATION only visible when inflatable liner is attached 2 ORAL INFLATION TUBE ACCESSIBLE THROUGH VERTICAL CHEST ZIPPER 3 PULL DOWN WINDOW ALLOWS VIEWABLE AC CESS TO ARMING CONDITIONS OF DEVICE 4 ADJUSTABLE SHOCK CORD 5 REFLECTIVE PIPING ACROSS SLEEVES AND CHEST 6 GUSSETED CHEST AND UNDERARM TO ALLOW FOR COMFORT DURING INFLATION OF PFD 7 TWO WAY ZIPPER ALLOWS EASY ACCESS TO RE ADJUST WAIST STRAP ON PFD 8 STOWABLE HOOD 9 ZIP ON OFF SLEEVES FOR COMFORT DURING VARYING WEATHER CONDITIONS PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD Dapo h HALKEY ROBERTS V90000 MANUAL AUTO INFLA TOR CONVERTIBLE TO MANUAL WITH CAP ORAL INFLATION TUBE CHEST BUCKLE WAIST BUCKLE ADJUST
12. d discard the plastic bobbin element if used damaged or shows signs that it has gotten wet If bob bin element is unused and undam aged save the bobbin in a safe location plastic zip lock bag for future use in the auto inflator Screw on the yellow cap it has the words MANUAL printed on side DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN The inflator has now been con verted to manual only rip cord activated CO inflation y Auto Cap clear AA MANUAL CAP YELLOW A Step M5 If manual lever is not locked or the green indi E Jas cator clip is missing close the lever within the inflator body and CO cylinder carefully insert a new eos reen indicator clip so g p Oz that it fully covers the red lever on the body by aligning the arms on the clip with the slots in the inflator housing Push firmly in the middle of the clip to snap into place a a ho Step M6 Screw the unused or new WA Indicator ci 24 gram cylinder in a clockwise direction into the cylinder receiver firmly DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN but ensure the fit is snug Leland Rearm Kit V90000 84121Z or approved equal Re Arming Kit includes a 24 gram CO cylinder with 1 2 inch thread bobbin not used in manual armed condition and a green indicator clip Note The yellow manual cap does not contain a spring and must be used to convert the inflator to manual only operation Attempting to use the clear cap without a bobbin would instan
13. d unconscious ness Most drowning victims first suffer from hypothermia The following chart shows the effects of hypothermia HOW HYPOTHERMIA AFFECTS MOST ADULTS Water Temperature Exhaustion or Un Expected Time of Survival C F consciousness 0 3 32 5 UNDER 15 MIN UNDER 15 TO 45 MIN 0 3 to 4 32 5 to 40 15 TO 30 MIN 30 TO 90 MIN 4 to 10 40 to 50 30 TO 60 MIN 1 TO 3 HOURS 10 to 16 50 to 60 1 TO 2 HOURS 1 TO 6 HOURS 16 to 21 60 to 70 2TO7 HOURS 2 TO 40 HOURS 21 to 27 70 to 80 2 TO 12 HOURS 3 HOURS TO INDEFINITE Over 27 Over 80 INDEFINITE INDEFINITE PFDs can increase survival time because they allow you to float without using energy treading water and because of their insulating properties Naturally the warmer the water the less insulation you will require When operating in cold waters below 60 F 15 6 C you should consider using a coat or jacket style PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body than the vest or belt style PFDs Some Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection 1 Always wear your PFD Even if you become incapacitated due to hypother mia the PFD will keep you afloat and greatly improve your chances of res cue Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft fellow survivor or a floating object on which you can lean or climb Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss In cold water drown proofing methods that require putting
14. ed or unzipped however both buckles need to be secured while wearing the device To loosen or tighten the PFD while the jacket is zipped it is best to use bottom two way jacket zipper to access the bottom PFD buckle strap for adjustment purposes Step 2 After donning locate the Jerk to Inflate tab for the mechanism it should protrude from the Jacket and be visible Make sure that you are comfortable locating the Jerk to Inflate tab with either hand Step 3 Prior to donning always view inflator indicators to verify that the de vice is active To view the inflator within the jacket pull right upper pocket down vertically with either hand to view window Refer to Arming Instructions in this manual page 8 for auto inflator arming instructions and page 10 for converting auto inflator to manual inflator Please note 1 When the PFD is attached to the Jacket the attached Velcro cover window on the PFD must be rolled over into an open position as to ex pose the inflator The inflator will then be more accessible and view able through the Jacket s viewing window when the PFD is zipped into the Jacket 2 Always wear your Float Tech PFD in Float Tech approved apparel Do not wear Float Tech under any clothing other than that indicated on the approved list The approved outerwear list can be found on the USCG Website or www floattech com or contact the manufacturer See contact information on page 23 of this manual 3 To
15. etely deflate the PFD using the oral inflator 7 Let the PFD dry thoroughly REARM AND REPACK the PFD in accor dance with the manufacturer s instructions Refer to section 5 page 10 of this manual 2 Automatic Inflator 1 2 3 4 9 6 To test your inflatable PFD armed in automatic mode you will need Your fully armed PFD and rearming kit approved for your PFD Rearming Kit includes a 24 gram 1 2 inch thread CO cylinder bobbin and green indicator clip see page 8 9 Put on the PFD Get into shallow water just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface Once the inflator is under water the PFD should automatically fully inflate within 10 seconds See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is well above the water s surface Note the effect of where you hold your legs on how you float Get out of the water and remove the PFD Remove the used CO2 cylin der and the used bobbin automatic inflator element from the PFD infla tor Deflate the PFD using the oral inflator Let the PFD dry thoroughly REARM AND REPACK the PFD in accor dance with the manufacturer s instructions Refer to section 4 page 8 of this manual 3 Oral Inflator Armed in Manual Mode 1 2 3 4 9 6 1 8 9 To test your inflatable PFD armed in manual mode you will not need any spare parts or rearming ki
16. lving recreational boating In approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities the victims were not wearing a PFD A PFD provides flotation to help keep your head above water Most adults only need an extra 7 to 12 pounds of flotation to keep their heads above water This inflatable PFD is much less bulky and more comfortable to wear than other PFD types But since this inflatable PFD is not inherently buoyant it provides flotation only when inflated Familiarize yourself with the use of this PFD so you know what to do in an emergency Get in a habit of wearing this PFD A How do you water test your PFD 1 Manual Inflator 1 To test your inflatable PFD armed in manual mode you will need Your fully armed PFD and rearming kit approved for your PFD Rearming Kit includes a 24 gram CO cylinder with 1 2 inch thread and a green indicator clip see pages 10 11 2 Put on the PFD 3 Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the pull tab The PFD should fully inflate within 5 seconds 4 Get into shallow water just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface 5 See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is well above the water s surface Note the effect of where you hold your legs on how you float 6 Get out of the water and remove the PFD Remove the used CO2 cylin der from the PFD inflator Compl
17. n the cylinder to the actual weight If they do not match get another cylinder clockwise E Step A8 Screw the new properly sized cylinder in a clockwise direction into the cylinder receiver firmly DO NOT OVER CO cylinder TIGHTEN but ensure the fit is snug amp a Caution A9 Check cylinder face and ensure that the arming indicators on your inflator are green before each boating trip They will tell you if there is need for service Leland Rearm Kit V90000 84121Z or approved equal Re Arming Kit includes a 24 gram CO cylinder with 1 2 inch thread bobbin and a green indicator clip 5 Conversion of V90000 Auto Inflator to Manual Only Operation Remove the yellow manual cap and spare 24 gram CO cylinder from its packaging Step M1 Step M2 Step M3 Step M4 If the manual auto unit has become wet and prematurely inflated deflate the PFD see page 16 Unscrew CO cylinder in a counterclockwise direction and to avoid confusion later in the rearming process dis card the CO cylinder if it has been previously used or damaged If the CO cylinder is unused place it aside until Step M6 below Do not in sert unused cylinder at this time It will discharge Unscrew the clear cap on the bottom of the inflator counter clockwise in t USED Y y o Bobbin housing in a counterclock Bobbin _ wise direction and place it in a safe location for future use Remove an
18. ndicators have the following meanings Green OK Ready Red NOT READY See Rearming Instructions IF ANY INDICATOR IS RED IMMEDIATELY REARM 3 Examine CO Cylinder Face for puncture hole You must verify that the CO Cylinder installed is of correct size and has not been previously fired To examine the cylinder unscrew it Visually examine the flat surface on the threaded end If there is any visual damage on the flat surface the cylinder MUST BE REPLACED If the cylinder is OK you must properly screw it back into the mechanism CAUTION DO NOT strike cylinder with sharp objects THE CO CARTRIDGE MUST BE REARMED AFTER EACH USE Proper cylinder size includes both thread size and CO gram weight For this Model the CO Cylinder is 24 Grams and 1 2 inch thread as provided in Leland Rearming Kit V90000 84204Z Referenced Kit includes a 24 gram 1 2 inch thread CO cylinder bobbin and green indicator clip 4 V90000 Halkey Roberts Auto Inflator Rearming Instructions Step Al Step A2 Unscrew the clear cap on Step A3 Step A4 counter clockwise Unscrew used CO cylinder in a counter Q clockwise direction and to avoid confusion later in CO cylinder the rearming process discard the old CO cylinder now Do not insert unused or new cylinder at this time It will discharge HOUSING the bottom of the inflator in a counter clockwise direction Remove and discard the used plastic 2 E
19. ree from rips tears or holes and that all seams are securely sewn and all fabric straps buttons and zippers are still strong LEAK TEST This test should be performed every two months and at the start of each boating season e Orally inflate the PFD and leave to rest for 12 hours e Ifthe PFD remains full of air after 12 hours the chamber is operational e If the PFD deflates the device is no longer operating Please contact the manufacturer or certified inspector ORAL VALVE Remove dust protection cap on the oral inflation tube With the PFD inflated push down with tab on the cap to test valve The Valve should depress easily and return to close position and reseal upon release STRAPS AND LINER Inspection should be performed each outing Exam ine fabric liner and inflation bladder in the PFD Examine snaps buckles zip pers attachments and seams for fading Fading can indicate a loss of mate rial strength For ANY signs of damage please contact the manufacturer or certified inspector B Certified Inspection Float Tech Inc recommends that the manufacturer or certified inspector in spect the PFD at least every 24 months For a certified inspection contact Float Tech Inc for instructions details available where product is purchased For more details about certified inspections information can be obtained by calling 1 518 266 0964 X Frequently Asked Questions Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities invo
20. tly puncture the CO cylinder 6 Attaching the Float Tech PFD to the Jacket For attachment removal of the PFD follow these six steps Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Check status of inflator and arm F 2 if required Roll Velcro cover f4 from right chest to left side and f Velcro the cover in the depicted MES location The viewable inflator MW cover is only to be used when Er the PFD is worn without the jacket Lay the jacket flat and open on flat surface Lay the PFD such that oral tube is on the left chest Unzip oral inflation zipper opening and place oral tube through opening over top of the elastic strap and then close zipper Step 6 Attach the PFD to inner jacket zipper and zip Y of the full distance Locate the clear viewing window on right chest of jacket pull open the viewing panel and iden tify overlap of window Place the n end of Jerk to Inflate lanyard tab through slot Next place the inflator end into the black elastic retaining pocket Zip the PFD zipper the remaining distance and follow arming and examination steps shown previously Ensure that Jerk to In flate lanyard is visible after donning Jacket should be stowed on a hanger or folded and placed in a dry area IV Donning Instructions A Wear Float Tech as a Jacket PFD zipped into Jacket Step 1 Secure the front buckle s and adjust the lower buckle until comforta bly snug fit Jacket may be worn as zipp
21. ts Refer to section 5 page 10 for arm ing instructions Remove the CO2 cylinder to prevent inadvertent activation of the man ual inflation system which could potentially damage the PFD Inspect the threaded end to confirm it is un used Put on the PFD Get into shallow water just deep enough that you can stand with your head above the surface If you are a weak Swimmer or non swimmer inflate the PFD partially so that you are supported well enough to be able to complete inflation with out touching bottom Note this level of inflation because it is the mini mum needed for you to safely use this inflatable PFD Fully inflate the PFD using the oral inflator See if the PFD will float you on your back or just slightly back of vertical In a relaxed floating position verify that your mouth is well above the water s surface Note the effect of where you hold your legs on how you float Get out of the water and remove the PFD Completely deflate the PFD using the oral inflator Let the PFD dry thoroughly REARM AND REPACK the PFD in accor dance with the manufacturer s instructions See sections 4 and 5 pages 8 11 in this manual for arming instructions B Where can purchase a rearming Kit Kits can be ordered directly from Float Tech Inc by calling 1 518 266 0964 or going to www inflatablepfd com Rearming kits may also be obtained from retail ers who carry our products Rearming kits suggested are Leland Rearming Kit V90000 8
22. your head in the water are not recommended Keep your head out of the water This will greatly lessen heat loss and increase your survival time Use the standard H E L P position when wearing an inflatable PFD draw ing the legs up to a seated position because doing so will help you con serve body heat Keep a positive attitude about your survival and rescue This will improve your chances of extending your survival time until rescued Your will to live does make a difference If there is more than one person in the water huddling is recommended while waiting to be rescued This action tends to reduce the rate of heat loss and thus increase the survival time lf you need more information about PFDs and safe recreational boating contact your state boating authority US Coast Guard US Power Squadron Red Cross or call the Coast Guard Customer InfoLine at 1 800 368 5647 or the Free Boat ing Course number at 1 800 336 BOAT in VA 1 800 235 BOAT If you have any questions about the initial arming rearming repacking please contact the manufacturer Contact Information Address Phone 518 266 0964 Float Tech Inc Fax 518 266 0318 216 River Street Website www floattech com Troy NY 12180 If you have any additional questions or concerns please feel free to contact us through the information provided below Boat Safe 90 00001 1 REV C 4 3 05
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