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OWNER’S MANUAL
MD1127 LIFE PRESERVER
BY MUSTANG SURVIVAL
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 DESCRIPTION 2 A. GENERAL 2 B. THE MD1127 LIFE PRESERVER 3 1. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 3 2. INFLATION SYSTEM 3 3. INFLATION CELL 3 4. FASTENER 4 5. BELT 4 4 6. MARKINGS 5 7. PACKAGE 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A. THE BUOYANCY CELL 5 1. DEFLATING THE BUOYANCY CELL 5 2. INFLATING THE BUOYANCY CELL 6 3. FIT ADJUSTMENTS 7 B. DONNING INSTRUCTIONS 7 C. FOLDING PROCEDURES 8 D. LAUNDERING PROCEDURES 9 MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION 11
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INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION Mustang inflatable life preservers are items of primary survival equipment, and as such, A. General every precaution shall be taken to assure proper storage, maintenance, and handling. The life of the wearer may well depend on the condition of the life preserver and the security Mustang Survival is pleased to present an FAA approved inflatable life preserver, the of its attachments and equipment. This publication provides the information required to MD1127. This pro
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 6 4. Fasteners B. The MD1127 Life preserver ® The MD1127 has easy-to-use, Velcro , hook and loop fasteners on each 1. Design and Construction side of the front cover. This allows the life preserver to be opened when ® inflated, and easily folded when deflated. When inflating, the Velcro The MD1127 incorporates a dual chamber inflatable cell, which is fasteners burst open allowing the inflation cell to expand out of the cell separated by an intern
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 8 7. Package A bright yellow polyurethane coated nylon package is provided for ® storage purposes. The package is closed by a Velcro patch placed on its cover flap. This allows the package to be opened quickly in the event of an emergency. b) Insert second arm into other side of life preser ver. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A. The Buoyancy Cell As with any type of personal protective apparel, your Mustang inflatable will perform most effectively, and i
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 10 Oral Inflation In the event that the CO2 gas cylinder fails to inflate the buoyancy cell, or if the cell needs to be topped up during use, your inflatable life preserver can be inflated by mouth through the inflation tube. To inflate by mouth, depress the mouthpiece and blow into the tube until the cell is fully inflated. 3. Fit Adjustments b) Fold each side of the inflation cell so that the V elcro® tape along the Immediately after the buoyan
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 12 Figure 5: Fit Adjustment of the Waist Belt 7. Fold the top of the life preserver towards the packer, over the folded ends; Figure 6c. 8. Slide life preserver in this position into package bag as shown in Figure 6d. ® 9. Close Velcro patch. a) To loosen waist belt, pull excess belt in the direction shown above. D. Laundering Procedures Do not dry clean. Do not use chlorine bleach. Do not iron. Do not dry in front of a radiator or other source of
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 14 Figure 7: The Inflator A. Component Testing Used New 1. Inflatable Cell Test The inflatable cell can be inflated by the oral inflation valve or the CO2 inflation valve. The inflatable cell is to be tested by the following method: a. Inflate the cell slowly; the cell shall fully inflate so that it opens the cover CO2 Gas Cylinder and becomes rigid. Leave the cell fully inflated for a period of 6 hours. At the end of the 6 hours the cell shall stil
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 16 3. CO2 Inflation Valve Test d. Insert the CO2 gas cylinder, small end down, and screw into the To test the CO2 inflation valve, operate the manual lever several times. threaded hole on the inflator. Ensure the lever moves fully and that the piercing pin travels far enough to ® puncture sealing disk. Visually check to see that the piercing pin is in place, e. Fold the collar and fasten the Velcro tabs.(See figure 4: Folding and protrudes suffic
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PA3007_MD1127_23Apr99 3/13/06 9:48 AM Page 18 C. Repairs All repairs shall be conducted only by fully qualified, authorized technicians. Do not attempt to repair or replace any item or part of your life preserver. Return all damaged life preserver for repair to the Mustang Dealer where the item was purchased. D. Warranty Registration Your Mustang inflatable has been manufactured from the finest of materials under strict quality control. It is warranted against defects in materials and wo
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WE SAVE LIVES FOR A LIVING MUSTANG SURVIVAL CORP. Telephone: 1-800-526-0532 Email: custserv@mustangsurvival.com www.mustangsurvival.com PA3007 (Rev05Mar2012)
