Mustang MSD824 User manual

FOR MODEL NUMBER MSD824
OWNER'S MANUAL
TWO-PIECE
FLOOD RESPONSE SUIT
(TOP AND BIB)
3-in-1 versatility in the Quick-LockTM waist closure system converts the top and bib into a
single suit with strong dry suit performance.

TABLEOFCONTENTS
MSD824 – DESCRIPTION.............................................................................1
SIZING GUIDE................................................................................................2
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE............................................................................3
CCS™ ADJUSTABLE NECK SEAL ............................................................... 3
NEOPRENE WRIST SEAL FITTING............................................................ 3
DONNING AND DOFFING...........................................................................5
DONNING THE SUIT ......................................................................................... 5
SEALING THE QUICK-LOCK™ WAIST CLOSURE SYSTEM ............ 5
DOFFING THE SUIT............................................................................................7
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...............................................................8
CLEANING............................................................................................................ 8
ZIPPER MAINTENANCE.................................................................................. 8
STORING THE SUIT ......................................................................................9
FOLDING AND PACKING................................................................................ 9
REPAIRS .......................................................................................................10
ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................. 11
WARRANTY INFORMATION..................................................................... 12
CONTACT...................................................................................................... 13

1
MSD824 – DESCRIPTION
The MSD824 is an innovative and unique waterproof breathable
constant-wear floodwater response dry suit, ideal for flood and
after-incident responses. Developed by Mustang Survival and First
Responder operators who have years of field experience in after-event
clean up and operations. The two-piece design provides maximum
flexibility during after-incident and flood operations. The MSD824
is an excellent dry suit for the most demanding flood rescue and
management technician.
•GORE-TEX® waterproof and breathable dry suit fabric
•3-in-1 versatility in the Quick-LockTM waist closure system: converts
the top and bib into a single suit with strong dry suit performance
•YKK plastic relief zipper
•Rapid Repair Technology™ enables users to self-replace neck and
wrist seals and repair small leaks in an hour or less
•Rapid Repair Adjustable Neck Seal, combines the benefits of our
adjustable neck seal with our Rapid Repair Technology™
•Ballistic nylon reinforced elbows, knees, and seat
•CORDURA® reinforced wrist and leg overcuffs
•Removeable foam knee and elbow pads help prevent injury
•Adjustable tail bone protector pad
•Pull-adjust waist belt
•Integrated GORE-TEX® dry socks
•Neck collar for abrasion protection
•Two arm pockets and two thigh cargo pockets
•CORDURA® leg and wrist over cuffs have Velcro® closures
for adjustability
•SOLAS retro-reflective tape for increased visibility

2 MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ MSD824 – TWO-PIECE FLOOD RESPONSE SUIT
The Two-Piece Flood Response Suit is easily donned/doffed by the
wearer using a Quick-LockTM waist closure system that joins the top
and the bottom bib together and includes a relief zipper. Customized
fit can be achieved through adjustment of the internal suspenders to
modify trunk length for improved range of motion.
Every flood response suit produced by Mustang is leak tested to
ensure waterproof integrity prior to leaving our factory. All suits are
100% tested to ensure the highest level of reliability and
performance.
Flood response suits require proper closure of the Quick- LockTM
waist closure system to achieve dry suit performance. Users should
follow proper procedures to ensure that the closure system is
closed and checked before attempting to use the flood response
suit as a dry suit.
WARNING: DRY SUITS ALONE PROVIDE INADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR EXTREME
CLIMATE DIFFERENCES. ALL USERS SHOULD WEAR APPROPRIATE WICKING THERMAL
UNDERGARMENTS TO PREVENT HYPOTHERMIA (IN COLD CLIMATES) AND MOISTURE
WICKING UNDERGARMENTS TO PREVENT HEAT STROKE (IN WARM CLIMATES).
WARNING: DRY SUITS ARE NOT INHERENTLY BUOYANT. ALL USERS SHOULD WEAR
APPROPRIATE FLOTATION DEVICES WITH THE DRY SUIT. WATER RESCUE AND SAR
ARE INHERENTLY DANGEROUS. USERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF RISKS ASSOCIATED
WITH THESE TYPES OF OPERATIONS AND COMPLETE TRAINING IN THE USE OF
WATER RESCUE OPERATIONS EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUES.
SIZING GUIDE
The MSD824 is available in four sizes (M, L, XL, XXL) based off
Mustang Survival’s Mobility Based sizing. The sizing guide is
available at www.mustangsurvival.com/mobility.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
This manual supplies instructional, maintenance,and safety
information for the Two-Piece Flood Response Suit.
CCS™ ADJUSTABLE NECK SEAL
Mustang’s patented Closed Comfort System CCS™ can be worn loose
to provide comfort out of the water and can quickly be drawn tight
to keep the water out. The adjustable seal also provides increased
durability compared to traditional latex seals and allows the suit to be
worn by multiple users without compromising waterproof integrity.
THE CLOSED COMFORT SYSTEM NECK SEAL (CCS™) MUST BE FULLY CLOSED TO
PREVENT WATER INTAKE.
1. The CCS™ neck seal can be worn loose for comfort, but
whenever there is a risk of accidental immersion the neck seal
should be closed enough so that there aren’t any gaps between
the neck seal and the wearer’s neck.
2. To close, pinch the toggle while pulling the elastic drawstring
away from the neck. For maximum effectiveness the neck seal
should be adjusted to be snug, but not uncomfortably tight
3. Once the neck seal has been drawn tight, the Velcro® tabs can
be attached to keep the elastic out of the way.
4. To loosen, insert fingers between the neck and the neck seal
while pinching the toggle. Then gently pull on the neck seal with
your fingers to loosen.
NEOPRENE WRIST SEAL FITTING
The neoprene seals should only be trimmed if they are unreasonably
tight and restrict blood flow. The below chart indicates the target
body dimensions for the standard neoprene seals. The seals are
designed to fit the individuals with the smallest measurements. If
your neck and/or wrist is larger than the target dimensions, you will
likely have to trim your seals. If your measurements are better suited
to another size, you can order a Rapid Repair replacement kit in the
appropriate size.
SUIT SIZE
TARGET NECK
CIRCUMFERENCE
TARGET WRIST
CIRCUMFERENCE
RAPID REPAIR
REPLACEMENT KIT
INCH CM INCH CM NECK SEAL WRIST SEAL
M 12" 30.5CM 5.75" 14.6CM
RE0012
RE0009-S
L 5.75" 14.6CM RE0009-M
XL 6.25" 15.9CM RE0009-L
XXL 15.25" 38.7CM 6.75" 17.1CM RE0009-L

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Trim seals with extreme caution. A smooth trim line is essential.
Excessive or careless trimming could result in loose seals that leak
and necessitate replacement. Avoid nicking seal fabric, as this could
result in tearing the seals when donning and doffing, and also could
result in skin irritation. Trim only ⅛” at a time. You can always trim
more, but you can’t replace what you have cut off.
If seal trimming is required, proceed as follows:
Required materials:
• Ruler
•Sharp scissors
•A white china marker or silver pen
ONLY NEOPRENE SEALS CAN BE TRIMMED USING THIS PROCEDURE.
1. Trim only 1/8” at a time. Using a ruler, mark a circular line around
the seal that is offset from the edge of the cuff end by 1/8”.
2. Using sharp scissors carefully cut the cuff end at the marked
line. Evaluate the fit and repeat steps 1 and 2 until there is a
proper fit.
VISUALLY INSPECT THE TRIMMED EDGE FOR NICKS. IF THE CUT IS NOT SMOOTH AND
STRAIGHT, CAREFULLY TRIM OUT ANY NICKS. NICKS CAN CAUSE TEARS DURING
DONNING AND DOFFING.
3. After trimming the seals, have the user don the suit to determine
seal restriction and water-sealing characteristics. Make any
additional adjustments to the seal.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
MARKING TRIMMING

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DONNING AND DOFFING
DONNING THE SUIT
1. Slide your legs into the bib until your toes reach the end of
the socks.
2. Don the suspenders and adjust them for an appropriate fit.
3. Apply talcum powder to the inside of wrist seals before donning
the top.
4. Put on the top by carefully placing your hands into the cuffs and
pointing the fingers straight, tucking the thumb underneath and
inserting the hand through the seal. Do not make a fist when
putting your wrist through the seal.
5. Roll the Velcro® wrist covers back and refasten to a snug fit.
6. Loosen the adjuster on the neck seal to maximize space for head
entry.
7. Bring the upper portion of the suit over your head, aligning the
neck opening with the top of the head. Reach inside the top of
the neck seal with your fingers and gently pull the seal outward
and down as you push your head through. Flatten any folds or
rolls of the seal against the skin.
SEALING THE QUICK-LOCK™ WAIST CLOSURE SYSTEM
1. Lift up the outer shell of the top to reveal the Quick-Lock™ waist
closure track.
2. Ensure the break apart webbing tab color of the top matches
the break apart webbing tab color of the bibs.
WARNING: IF THE TOP AND BOTTOM ARE NOT SIZE MATCHED THE QUICK-LOCK™
CLOSURE SYSTEM WILL NOT PROVIDE A WATERTIGHT SEAL.
3. Starting at the back, reach around with both hands and join the
two tracks together. You should feel it seat in place.
4. Work from the back around one side to the front.
5. Continue working the track around the body, joining the top
track to the bib track till you complete the sealing of the track.
6. Have a fellow team member double-check the seal to ensure
they are completely joined and there are no gaps in the track.
7. Ensure the waterproof relief zipper is completely closed and
the slider is fully engaged with the zipper stop. Stow the zipper
toggle in the yellow loop located under the zipper cover.

6 MUSTANG SURVIVAL/ MSD824 – TWO-PIECE FLOOD RESPONSE SUIT
WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLETELY CLOSE THE WATERPROOF ENTRY ZIPPER
AND THE RELIEF ZIPPER WILL RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF WATER INSIDE THE SUIT
AND REDUCTION OF SURVIVAL TIME WHEN IN THE WATER. HAVE A FELLOW TEAM
MEMBER CHECK THE QUICK-LOCK™ WAIST CLOSURE SEAL AND WHETHER THE RELIEF
ZIPPER SLIDER IS FULLY SEALED AGAINST THE SEALING PLUG.
8. Tighten the ankle Velcro® covers to a snug fit.
9. Burp the suit before water entry: cross arms in front and gently
slide fingers between the neck seal and your neck, squat down
and force excess air through the neck opening.

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DOFFING THE SUIT
1. Remove all equipment worn over the suit.
2. Thoroughly rinse down the exterior of the suit while wearing it,
paying special attention to the seals and zippers. Remove all dirt,
salt, and debris.
3. Loosen Velcro® waist and ankle adjustment tabs.
4. Separate the Quick-Lock™ waist closure top from the bib by
pulling in opposite directions on the pull tabs.
PLACING UNDUE FORCE ON THE ZIPPER MAY DAMAGE THE SEAL AND HARM THE
INTEGRITY OF THE SUIT. NEVER FORCEFULLY YANK ON THE ZIPPER.
5. Insert fingers between neck seal and neck. Gently stretch the seal
outward and upward while pulling neck seal over your head.
6. Remove hands from wrist seals by holding onto the cu or pull
tab. Point your fingers straight, tucking the thumb underneath
the seal. Slowly pull your hand through the wrist seal. Do not
make a fist or pull on the seal when putting your wrist through
the seal. Once your hands are out, invert the seals back out of the
suit sleeve so that they are oriented away from the suit.
7. Pull suit down past hips and slide legs from the suit.
AVOID PULLING ON THE WRIST SEAL WITH FORCE OR FINGERNAILS AS THIS MAY
DAMAGE THE SEAL.
FIGURE 3 SEPARATING THE TRACK

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CLEANINGANDMAINTENANCE
CLEANING
1. Thoroughly rinse your dry suit after every use.
DO NOT DRY CLEAN. DO NOT IRON. DO NOT BLEACH.
2. Treat stains with a pre-wash treatment such as Shout' or Spray 'n
Wash'. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Rinse well.
3. Machine wash warm (104° F/40° C) on gentle cycle using a mild
powder or liquid detergent. Do not use fabric softener, bleach, or
wash-in treatments, as they can affect the suit's breathability.
USE ONLY A FRONT LOADING WASHING MACHINE OR A TOP LOADING WASHING
MACHINE THAT DOES NOT HAVE AN AGITATOR POST. WASHING MACHINES WITH
AGITATOR POSTS CAN DAMAGE THE SUIT.
4. Tumble-dry using an air setting.
ZIPPERMAINTENANCE
Regular zipper maintenance is recommended to maintain a water-
tight seal, inhibit corrosion, and keep the zipper gliding freely. These
steps are essential to zipper longevity:
FOR PLASTIC YKK AQUASEAL® RELIEF ZIPPER:
1. Clean the zipper of any heavy deposits of mud, sand, salt, or
foreign substances by gently brushing and rinsing the zipper
with fresh water.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 4
WARNING: LUBRICANT IS FOR USE ON RELIEF ZIPPER ONLY. DO NOT USE ON
QUICK-LOCKTM WAIST CLOSURE SYSTEM AS IT MAY COMPROMISE THE
WATERTIGHTNESS OF THE SEAL.
MOLYKOTE® W-SEAL LUBRICATION
LOCATIONS