Stearns Safety & Survival 1189 Manuel d'utilisateur

DO NOT REMOVE PRIOR TO SALE!OWNER’S MANUALI. APPROVAL CONDITIONS and CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTSInflatable PFD Model No. 1189 is approved by the U.S. Coast

10V. CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL PRODUCT LIFE EXPECTANCYThe reliability and service life of this PFD depends greatly upon how it isused

11REARMING KIT(S)Use Rearming Kit No. 0932. See Rearming Instructions on back cover.CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONSDrying - If the device is wet, plac

VI. WHY ARE PFDS REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT?Drownings are the leading cause of fatalities involving recreationalboating. A PFD provides flotation to h

13HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE MANUAL INFLATOR?1. To test your inflatable PFD, you will need:• Your fully armed PFD, and• Rearming kit approved

HOW DO YOU TEST YOUR PFD USING THE ORAL INFLATOR?1. To test your inflatable PFD, you will not need any spare parts orrearming kits.2. Remove the CO2 c

15VIII. WEAR YOUR PFDIn approximately 80 percent of all boating fatalities, the victims were notwearing a PFD. Most fatal accidents happen on calm sun

16Some Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection:1. Always wear your PFD. Even if you become incapacitated due tohypothermia, the PFD will keep

17X. EACH OF THESE DEVICES IS INTENDED TO HELP YOU SAVE YOUR OWN LIFEFor your PFD to function properly follow these suggestions to verify that itfits,

18DO NOT ATTACH PFD'S TO YOUR BOATEach PFD has straps, hooks, buckles, or other means for securing thedevice in place on the wearer. Some PFDs al

19REPACKING INSTRUCTIONSAlways deflate the PFD and rearm the Inflation Mechanism - followREARMING Instructions prior to REPACKING!1. Lay device out fl

MECHANISM PARTS LISTSPECIFICATIONSChest Size: 30 - 52 inches (76 - 132 cm)Weight Range: More than 90 pounds (41 kg)Minimum Height: For harness model 1

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HARNESS USE INSTRUCTIONSFAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.• ALERT! Under no circumstances should the sailing harnes

ADDITIONAL HARNESS INFORMATION• This harness was designed and tested to meet the requirements forOFFSHORE RACING COUNCIL (ORC) requirements for Sailin

READ BELOW FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION!1. Inspecting Your PFD For DamageMake sure that the PFD is free from rips, tears or punctures. Thistype of da

6DONNING INSTRUCTIONSSTEP 1Wear like a jacket, inserting arms between straps and fabric.STEP 2Close front buckle. Manual pull lanyard should be visib

7INFLATION INSTRUCTIONSSee Pages 12 -14 for additional information on testing and inflating yourPFD.1. Manual Inflation - To inflate, grasp the Jerk t

8DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONSDepress Oral Valve (located inside end of Oral Tube) using either theprotective cap or tab provided by inserting into the end

FREEZING TEMPERATURESNever use in below freezing temperatures, unless worn partially inflated.At or below 40° F (4° C) inflation time with CO2 gas wil