Stearns Recreational 4430 - Manual (Page 18)

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HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR?
1. To test your inflatable PFD, you will not need any spare
parts.
2. Remove the CO
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cylinder to prevent inadvertent activation of
the manual inflation which could potentially damage the PFD.
Inspect the threaded end to confirm it’s un-used.
3. Put on the PFD.
4. Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand
with head above the surface.
5. If you are a weak or non-swimmer, inflate the PFD partially so
that you are supported well enough to complete inflation
without touching bottom, either orally or manually. Note this
level of inflation because it is the minimum needed for you to
safely use this inflatable PFD.
6. Fully inflate the PFD using the oral inflator.
7. See if the PFD will float you on your back or 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.
8. Get out of the water and remove the PFD. Completely deflate
the PFD using the oral inflator.
9. Let the PFD dry thoroughly. REARM AND REPACK the PFD
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Refer to
Pages 11, 12 and 13.