Stearns Safety & Survival 24MSPT-1 - Manual (Page 8)

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Cleaning - Damp wipe only with mild detergent recommended for
synthetic fabrics. Remove grease and oil immediately. Always rinse well
with fresh water. Read instructions provided on the device.
• DO NOT MACHINE WASH
• DO NOT MACHINE DRY
• DO NOT DRY CLEAN
• DO NOT USE SOLVENT BASED CLEANERS
• DO NOT BLEACH
C. INSPECTION
Certified Inspection - SOSPENDERS
® strongly recommends that this
device be inspected at least every 24 months by a certified Repair
Facility or SOSPENDERS
® .
User’s Inspection - The user should perform the following checks
before each season, or before a long journey, or as recommended
below:
1. Leak Test - This test should be performed every two months and at
the start of each season. (a) Remove the CO
2
cylinder (b) Inflate using
the oral inflator (c) Leave to rest for 16 hours. When buoyancy cham-
ber remains firm and full of air, there is no leakage and chamber is in
operational condition. If the chamber deflates, immediately bring to a
certified Repair Facility for repair. The device is no longer in opera-
tional condition. (d) Deflate, install the CO
2
cylinder, inspect to ensure
that the PFD is properly armed (Back Cover) and then repack the PFD
(page 15) so it’s ready for use.
2. Function Test of Oral Valve - Remove the dust protection cap. With
the PFD inflated (see steps a and b of Leak Test), test the valve by
pushing it down using the tab provided on the cap (refer to page 6).
The valve should depress easily. When released it should automatical-
ly return to the closed, resealed position. Prepare the PFD for use
(see step d of Leak Test).
3. Physical Inspection of Cover and Straps - Examine outer shell
fabric, seams, webbing attachments, buckles, slides; etc. Fabric
fading can indicate a loss of strength. Check for strength by pulling
seams and attachments snugly. If device shows any signs of damage,
return to a certified Repair Facility or replace the entire device. This
inspection should be performed each outing.
D. STORAGE
• STORE IN CLEAN, COOL, DRY AREA.
• DO NOT STORE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT.