Mustang Survival Life Jacket MD3090 User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
MD3090 and MD3095 Compact Tactical  
Life Preserver  
*Shown with the MA3090 Chest Belt/Crotch Strap Assembly  
 
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DESCRIPTION  
The Mustang Survival MD3090 and MD3095 are compact life preservers  
(LP) that have been designed specifically for easy integration with body  
armor and tactical vests that use a MOLLE (Modular Lightweight Load-  
carrying Equipment) webbing system. The compact design provides body  
armor wearers with flotation capability with minimal bulk or interference.  
In-water performance tests with the life preserver attached to a typical body  
armor vest successfully demonstrated the ability of the LP to self-right and  
float the wearer. It is always recommended that users perform their own  
in-water test with full gear.  
The Mustang Survival MD3090 and MSD3095 can be attached to a body  
armor vest or worn as a stand-alone life preserver using the chest belt/  
crotch strap assembly MA3090.  
The MD3090 and MD3095 will not inflate automatically upon immersion.  
The beaded handle must be pulled to activate inflation mechanism.  
When worn, used, and serviced according to this owner’s manual, this life  
preserver can greatly increase your chances of survival in the water. The  
MD3090 easily integrates with body armor that uses a MOLLE webbing  
system (P. 12) and provides flotation capability.  
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE  
FIGURE 1  
FIGURE 2  
Manual Inflation System  
CO2 Cylinder  
Manual Inflation System  
CO2 Cylinder  
Manual  
Inflator  
Manual  
Inflator  
Lever In  
Lever In  
Up-and-Ready  
Position  
Up-and-Ready  
Position  
Green  
Green  
Indicator Pin  
Indicator Pin  
Lanyard  
Lanyard  
Beaded Handle  
Beaded Handle  
Check Your MD3090 or MD3095 Before Using It  
After purchasing your MD3090, make sure it has an unused 33 gram  
CO cylinder attached to the inflator mechanism (Fig. 1). Check the  
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components and how to assemble the inflator by following these steps:  
1) Undo the Velcro™ tabs on the wearer’s right-hand side of the collar  
to expose the inflator (Fig. 3).  
FIGURE 3  
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2) Unscrew and remove the CO gas cylinder from the inflator and  
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inspect its small end. If it is pierced, replace it (Fig. 4)!  
FIGURE 4  
3) Make sure the manual lever is in the up-and-ready position and  
insert the green indicator pin if not already in place. Ensure the CO  
cylinder is screwed hand tight into the inflator.  
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4) Undo the Velcro™ tabs on the wearer’s left-hand side of the collar  
to expose the oral inflator. Check that the oral-inflation dust cap is  
properly in the stowed position (Fig. 5).  
FIGURE 5  
Dust cap  
in stowed  
position  
Dust cap  
in deflation  
position  
5) Reposition the inflator’s protective cover and repack (P. 7). If  
everything checks out according to the preceding instructions, your  
LP is ready for use.  
Sizing and Fit  
The LP provides 33.7 lbs of buoyancy and is designed for wearers with a  
chest range of 30-52 inches weighing over 80 pounds.  
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Donning Instructions  
It is important that the LP is properly adjusted to fit the person wearing  
it. An incorrect fit or improper fastening of attachments could impede its  
effectiveness.  
1) Belts and straps need to be adjusted for fit. When the MD3090 is  
integrated with MOLLE body armor vest, ensure the connections  
are securely fastened (P. 11). When the MD3090 is used with the  
MA3090 chest belt/crotch strap assembly, the waist belt should fit  
securely (P. 14).  
Inflating Your LP  
It is recommended that the following procedures are used to inflate your  
MD3090 or MD3095:  
1) Manual inflation  
Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the beaded  
handle. The LP should fully inflate within 5 seconds (Fig. 6).  
FIGURE 6  
MD3090 Inflation  
2) Oral inflation  
Properly armed and inspected, manual MD3090 LP models will inflate.  
However, should inflation not occur, or in a nonemergency situation, you  
can fully inflate the LP by mouth. To orally inflate the LP, first locate the  
oral inflation tube by opening the wearer ’s left front panel of the LP.  
Then remove the dust cap from the end of the oral tube and blow into  
the tube until the LP is fully inflated (Fig. 7).  
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FIGURE 7  
INFORMATION: The carbon dioxide used to inflate LPs will slowly  
permeate through the fabric cell over time. A slight reduction of  
pressure will be observed after several hours of inflation. Topping  
up by oral inflation may be required in the event of prolonged  
immersion.  
Re-arming Your MD3090 After Manual Inflation  
FIGURE 8  
Piercing  
Pin  
Green  
Indicator  
Pin  
Lever  
Manual Model  
1) Unscrew and inspect the CO cylinder. If used or damaged, discard  
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the CO cylinder (Fig. 4).  
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2) Check the manual lever to ensure it is in the up and ready position  
with the green indicator pin properly installed. If the green indicator  
pin is missing or damaged, replace it (Fig. 5).  
3) Install an unused CO cylinder by screwing it into the top of the  
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inflator and hand-tighten. Do not over-tighten, as this can damage  
the internal gasket.  
4) Refold the LP in accordance with the repacking instructions (P. 6).  
Your MD3090 is now ready for use.  
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Re-arming Your MD3095  
NOTE: A re-arm kit (MA7203) is required for this procedure.  
1) Hold the cover in one hand, reach under the cover with the other  
hand and grasp the plastic housing of the inflator. Pull the inflator  
toward you, turning the bladder and cover inside out to fully expose  
the inflator for re-arming.  
2) If the sensor ring is broken, it has been used or damaged (Fig. 10).  
Discard the used cylinder/bayonet assembly and replace (MA7203).  
3) Check the new cylinder/bayonet assembly to ensure the o-ring is  
in place and the sensor ring is intact (Fig. 10). Ensure that the CO  
cylinder has not been pierced (Fig. 10).  
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4) Raise, and hold, the lever into the inflator housing.  
5) Install a new cylinder/bayonet assembly by engaging bayonet tabs in  
housing, pushing in and turning clockwise 1/8 turn to a full stop (Fig.  
9).  
WARNING: PFD WILL ONLY INFLATE IF CYLINDER IS  
TURNED TO A FULL STOP.  
FIGURE 9  
MD3081 and MD3082 Manual Inflator  
Tab  
Cylinder  
Piercing Pin  
1/8 Turn  
Service Indicator  
Lever  
6) Examine the service indicator (Fig. 8). Ensure the service indicator  
is GREEN. If the service indicator is red, the mechanism has been  
fired or is incorrectly fitted and the inflator requires service. See  
Re-arming Your MD3095.  
NOTE: The service indicator must be green before proceeding.  
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7) Refold the Inflatable PFD in accordance with the Repacking section  
(p. 12).  
YOUR MD3095 IS NOW READY FOR USE  
Deflating the LP  
To deflate the life preserver, reverse the oral-inflation tube dust cap and  
insert it into the valve or depress valve with fingertip (Fig. 5).  
The dust cap will not lock in the deflate position so it is necessary to  
hold it in place (Fig. 5). Gently squeeze the cell until all air or gas has  
been expelled. Put the inflation tube dust cap back in its normal position  
on the oral inflation tube (Fig. 5).  
FIGURE 10  
Cap In  
Deflate  
Position  
Repacking Your MD3090 and MD3095  
Before repacking, completely deflate the inflation cell. Force excess air  
out through the inflation tube (Fig. 7). Do not wring cell. Put the inflation  
tube cap back in the stowed position (Fig. 5).  
NOTE: Before following the repacking sequence, be sure to  
properly re-arm your MD3090 or MD3095 LP.  
1) Fold lapels (A) across the front along the dotted line shown in Fig.  
11.  
2) Fold side (B) inward along dotted lines. Secure with Velcro™ (Fig.12).  
3) Fold outer lapel (C) and secure Velcro™ (Fig. 13). Your MD3090 or  
MD3095 will look as illustrated in Fig. 14.  
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FIGURE 13  
FIGURE 11  
FIGURE 12  
C
C
B
B
A
A
4) Fold flap (D) in half along the dotted line (Fig. 14).  
5) Fold down the collar (E) along the dotted line and secure with  
Velcro™ tabs (Fig. 15).  
6) Ensure the beaded handle is snapped to the outside of the folded LP.  
Fig. 16 depicts a correctly folded LP.  
FIGURE 16  
FIGURE 14  
FIGURE 15  
D
E
Usage in Freezing Conditions  
When the temperature is below freezing, a fully discharged cylinder may  
not adequately inflate your MD3090 or MD3095 LP. Oral inflation may be  
required to fully inflate the LP in freezing conditions.  
WARNING: CO inflation could over-pressurize and damage your  
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LP if already fully orally inflated.  
IS YOUR LP IN GOOD AND SERVICEABLE  
CONDITION?  
Check your LP between outings to be sure that it is properly armed; that  
it is free of rips, tears or holes; that all seams are securely sewn; and that  
the fabric, straps and hardware are still strong. Inspect the inflatable  
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portion of the LP in accordance with the CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS  
The life preserver and inflation system should be checked at least  
every three months. In addition, the following maintenance should be  
performed after each time you wear or inflate the LP.  
1) Remove and inspect the CO cylinder from the inflator.  
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2) Check all components for dirt or corrosion. Clean or replace.  
3) Check that the CO cylinder has not been pierced. Replace with  
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MD3090 33gm CO cylinder if necessary (contained in MD3090  
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accessory pack MA7170). Replace with MD3095 33gm CO cylinder  
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if necessary (contained in MD3095 accessory pack MA7203).  
4) Check the manual lever to ensure it is in the up and ready position,  
with the green indicator pin properly installed (MD3090 only).  
5) To check the oral inflation valve, fully inflate the MD3090 or MD3095  
and hold the valve under water. If bubbles appear, deflate and  
reinflate to test again. Should the leak persist, take your MD3090 or  
MD3095 to the point of purchase for proper servicing.  
6) Visually examine your MD3090 or MD3095 for damage or excessive  
abrasion, wear, tear or contamination. Particular attention must be  
paid to the stitching. If in doubt, send it to the point of purchase for  
evaluation and/or servicing.  
7) Reassemble inflation system parts and repack MD3090 or MD3095  
as outlined in previous instructions and illustrations.  
Leak test: Every three months the LP should be tested for general  
leakage by orally inflating until firm and let stand overnight. A leaking LP  
will not hold its firmness and should be replaced.  
WARNING: If you are not confident in the self inspection and  
servicing of your LP, in accordance with these instructions,  
take your MD3090 or MD3095 LP to the point of purchase for  
professional servicing or contact Mustang Survival (see contact  
information on back of manual).  
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Safety Accessories  
MA7170 33 gram CO replacement cylinder and green indicator pin.  
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MA7203 33 gram CO replacement cylinder/bayonet assembly.  
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MA3090 Chest Belt/Crotch Strap Assembly.  
Cleaning and Storing Your LP  
To clean your inflatable LP, remove the CO gas cylinder. Hand wash or  
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sponge down in warm, soapy water and rinse with clean water. Hang  
to dry on a plastic coat hanger. Be sure to replace CO cylinder. See Re-  
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arming Your LP (for your model). Always store your LP in a warm, dry  
place out of direct sunlight.  
How and Why to Test your LP  
Inflate your LP and try it out in the water to:  
· Make sure it floats you:  
Comfortably (when worn properly)  
Adequately for expected operations (Body shapes/densities  
affect performance)  
· Make sure it works:  
A flow of bubbles should not appear (see CARE AND  
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS for leak tests P. 9)  
It should inflate quick and easily.  
· Learn how it works by:  
Activating the CO inflation system  
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Re-arming the CO inflation system  
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Using the oral inflator tube  
How do you Test your LP using the Manual  
Inflator?  
1) To test your inflatable LP, you will need:  
· Your fully armed LP, and  
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· Re-arming kit approved for your LP.  
2) Put on the LP.  
3) Actuate the inflation system by jerking firmly downward on the  
beaded handle. The LP 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 LP will float you adequately 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 LP. Remove the used CO  
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cylinder from the LP inflator. Completely deflate the LP using the oral  
inflator.  
7) Let the LP dry thoroughly. RE-ARM AND REPACK the LP in  
accordance with the instructions.  
How do you Test your LP Using the Oral Inflator?  
1) To test your inflatable LP, you will not need any spare parts, or re-  
arming kits.  
2) Remove the CO cylinder, to prevent inadvertent activation of the  
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manual inflation system which could potentially damage the LP.  
Inspect the threaded end to confirm it is unused.  
3) Put on the LP.  
4) Get into shallow water, just deep enough that you can stand with  
your head above the surface.  
5) If you are a weak swimmer or non-swimmer, inflate the LP partially  
so that you are supported well enough to be able 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 LP.  
6) Fully inflate the LP using the oral inflator.  
7) See if the LP 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  
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legs on how you float.  
8) Get out of the water and remove the LP. Completely deflate the LP  
using the oral inflator.  
9) Let the LP dry thoroughly. RE-ARM AND REPACK the LP in  
accordance with the instructions.  
Integration Instructions with Body Armor  
1) Lay the body armor vest down on a clean flat surface with the back  
of the vest facing up. Lift up the emergency extraction strap on the  
back of the vest and loop the back attachment of the MD3090 Life  
Preserver around the extraction strap (Fig. 17).  
FIGURE 17  
2) Secure the MD3090 back attachment strap with the snap (Fig. 18).  
FIGURE 18  
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Back view after attachment (Fig. 19).  
FIGURE 19  
3) Turn the vest, with the attached MD3090 Life Preserver over and lay  
with the front of the vest facing up. Position the two front lobes of  
the Life Preserver perpendicular to the webbing running across the  
vest (Fig. 20).  
FIGURE 20  
4) Feed the male buckle through the 3rd and 4th row of webbing, at  
the second loop from the outside edge. Insert the female buckle  
through the same place in the 3rd row of webbing (Fig. 21). Ensure  
the webbing is not twisted.  
FIGURE 21  
Row 3  
Row 4  
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5) Loop the male buckle back over the 4th row of webbing and fasten it  
to the female buckle. Cinch by pulling down on the loose end of the  
webbing (Fig. 22). Repeat for the other side.  
FIGURE 22  
Row 3  
Row 4  
Additional Steps:  
a) Fasten the buckle that connects the left and right lobes in front of  
the chest section of the vest. Cinch by pulling on the loose end of the  
webbing (Fig. 23).  
FIGURE 23  
b) Ensure all buckles are securely fastened and webbing adjustments  
are tight.  
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Attachment Instructions for MA3090 Chest Belt/  
Crotch Strap Assembly  
1) Layout the MA3090 chest belt/crotch strap assembly as shown (Fig.  
24).  
A. Looploc  
B. Right male buckle (as worn)  
C. Left male buckle (as worn)  
D. T-tab junction with snap (Fig. 24).  
FIGURE 24  
A
D
C
B
2) Insert the short side of the webbing attachment, on the back of the  
MD3090 life preserver, through Looploc (A) on back strap of the  
chest belt accessory (Fig. 25). Securely fasten the snap.  
FIGURE 25  
A
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3) Locate T-tab junction at the top of the crotch strap (D) and thread  
through the lower back chest belt loop. Secure the T-tab with the  
snap. Once the snap is securely fastened, turn the snapped portion  
so it is positioned inside the chest belt loop away from the body (Fig.  
26).  
FIGURE 26  
D
4) Click the male buckle attachment (C) into corresponding female  
buckle on the front of the chest belt (Fig. 27).  
FIGURE 27  
C
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5) Repeat step 4 with buckle attachments (B) for the other side (Fig.  
28).  
FIGURE 28  
B
6) Unfasten the crotch strap. Put the life preserver on as shown (Fig.  
29).  
7) Buckle chest buckle that connects the right and left lobes of the life  
preserver (Fig. 30).  
8) Buckle chest belt (Fig. 31).  
FIGURE 29  
FIGURE 30  
FIGURE 31  
9) Bring crotch strap to the front between the legs and securely buckle  
to chest strap (Fig. 32).  
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FIGURE 32  
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