Halkey-Roberts Pro1F Inflator Installation and operation manual

ISO
12401
USER
INFORMATION
BOOKLET
Australian
Standard
AS 4758.1 Lic 20135
SAI Global
WARNING: May not be
suitable for persons with
physical disabilities.
Floatation devices only reduce
the risk of drowning, they do not
guarantee rescue.
Min 40Kg
33 grm.
CO2
AS4758.1
150N
40C
REPACKING
1. Deate the lifejacket by reversing the oral tube valve cap and pushing into the end of
the tube;
2. Expel all air by tightly rolling up the bladder. Repeat procedure at least once to ensure
all air expelled. Remove Cap.
3. Ensure jacket is clean and completely dry;
4. Lay bladder and cover on a at surface and smooth out bladder removing all wrinkles;
5. Undertake 'RE-ARMING PROCEDURE' if necessary;
6. Split Front Style: Do not roll the bladder. Fold & ake the bladder ensuring the manual
lever (3) is unobstructed and is facing the outside edge of the cover. Close the cover
(either Velcro or zip) and check that the handle (1) is visible when packed. Pouch
Style: Fold sides of bladder into centre and then fold the bladder down into the bag.
Close lid of pouch.
APPLICATION
This level is intended for general application or for Coastal and Offshore with foul weather
clothing. It will turn an unconscious person into a safe position and requires no subsequent
action by the user to maintain this position. Not suitable if heavy tools or equipment are
carried. Compatible with safety harnesses.
IF DECK HARNESS FITTED
This line/harness is to protect against falling overboard and is not protection against falls
from height. Anchorage points must be able to withstand a force of 1000kg. It is unsafe to
wear this harness loose. Rinse in fresh water, particularly if used in salt water. If oil, dirt or
debris are evident wash in soapy water. Do not dry in excessive or direct heat. Check for
signs of excessive abrasion. Check webbing, stitching and buckles. WARNING: The deck
harness and safety line may transmit very large forces. Only attach to strong hooking
points or jack-lines.
WARNING: It is unsafe to wear this harness loose. The harness shall be worn tightly
in order to be effective.
NOTE:
Gas cylinders are dangerous goods, should not be misused and kept away from
children. Do not use as a cushion. Full performance may not be achieved using
waterproof clothing or in other circumstances.
Hutchwilco Limited.
10 Farmhouse Lane,
Glen Innes,
Auckland 1072,
New Zealand

USER INFORMATION BOOKLET
Your safety will be improved if you train yourself how to use your lifejacket. Please
read these instructions and practice donning and using the lifejacket in the water.
IN USE INSTRUCTIONS
• Compatible with safety harness.
• If entering the water with the lifejacket inated, arms should be crossed over the
jacket;
• Blow into the whistle to attract attention. If tted, light will activate upon immersion in
water;
• Always dry thoroughly after use;
• This is only a lifejacket when fully inated and when inated turns an unconscious
person face upwards with the mouth well clear of the water.
PRE-WEAR CHECK
1. Visually inspect for damage.
2. Check CO2 Cylinder is full and screwed in tight;
3. Ensure plunger cap (5) is screwed up tightly and that green button (6) is clearly
visible.
4. Check that the handle (1) is visible when donned.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The life of this lifejacket will be prolonged if routine maintenance is carried out at
least annually. Care & Maintenance intervals commence from date of purchase and
are as follows:
1. Rinse in fresh water, particularly if it is used in salt water. If oil, dirt or debris are
evident wash in soapy water. Automatic model: Remove the plunger cap (5) and
bobbin (4) rst. Dry before repacking - do not dry in excessive or direct heat.
2. Check CO2 Cylinder for corrosion and nozzle has not been punctured or marked by
ring needle.
3. Check for signs of excessive abrasion. Check webbing, stitching and buckles.
4. In commercial use, replace the ring bobbin (4) annually. In recreational use every
three years.
5. Ensure the date of manufacture is less than 2 years from the date of purchase,
otherwise replace ring bobbin.
6. Check the bladder by inating orally and leaving overnight. If the bladder leaks or is
damaged return to an approved service agent - never try to repair yourself. A record
of servicing should be made in the service grid on the lifejacket.
DONNING
Split Front Style: Put on as a jacket. Make sure front buckle is fully closed and secure.
Adjust belt to a snug t.
Pouch Style: Put on as a waist belt with jacket at front. Adjust to a snug t. When
required pull bladder overhead.
RE-ARMING THE LIFEJACKET
1. Make sure the lever (3) is in the upright position.
2. Push in coloured clip (2) to retain lever.
3. Check cylinder sealing washer is in good condition.
4. Firmly screw in the CO2cylinder.
Automatic only:
Undertake in dry conditions with dry hands.
5. Place the ring bobbin (4) into the mechanism (the slots on the HR Super Bobbin
ensure correct tting).
6. Firmly screw plunge cap (5) into place. Ensure the green button (6) is clearly visible.
Only use CO2 cylinders and bobbins as specied on the lifejacket and supplied by an
approved retailer or service station.
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