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    MUSTANG SURVIVAL INTEGRATED AIRCREW LIFE PRESERVER AND SURVIVAL VEST, MUSTANG MODEL MSV971 DESCRIPTION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS JUNE 9, 2004, REV: 1.0 Mustang Survival Canada Mustang Survival-USA 3810 Jacombs Road 3870 Mustang Way Richmond, BC, V6V 1Y6 Bellingham, WA Tel: (604) 270-8631 Fax: (604) 270-0489 USA 98226 E-mail: mustang@mustangsurvi[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUC TION................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 GENERAL ...............................................................[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 6.4 SEWING ......................................................................................................................... .......... 23 6.5 ORAL INFLATOR VALVE .......................................................[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL 1.1.1 1.1.2 The MSV971 LP/SV comprises of an aircrew life preserver fully integrated with a survival vest. The life preserver is universal in size and fit. The survival vest is designed in four siz[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 b. Purpose, use and operation of all LP/SV furnished equipment accessories. c. Importance and method of visual pre and post use inspections. The Aviation Life Support Equipment shop is responsible for: 1.4.3 1.4.4 1.4.5 a. Per[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.0 FEATURES 2.1 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION General 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.1.1 Mustang Survival personal LP/SV’s are designed to provide flotation in case of accidental immersion in water, minimizing the risk of drowning. Familiarize [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 Figure 3. Component Locations (rear view) Velcro  Tab Adjustable Waist Belt Storage Pocket Protective Container Attachment Tab Life Preserver Survival Vest Side Adjustment Strap Storage Pocket Two-piece Buckle 2.3 LIFE PRES[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 the cell. This ply forms a floating baffle, which is free to move between the front and rear panels depending on the gas volume in each chamber. WARNING: The MSV971 is configured with a manual inflation system and will not aut[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.5 MANUAL CO 2 INFLATION DEVICE The MSV971 is an appropriate platform for a wide variety of customized LP/SV units to address user requirements that include: • use in ejection seat fitted aircraft • use with an automation[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 The beaded handle is designed to provide a positive grip for inflation of the preserver with cold, wet or gloved hands. 2.7 ORAL INFLATOR 2.7.1 2.7.2 2.7.3 2.7.4 2.8.1 2.8.2 2.8.3 2.8.4 2.8.5 Two oral inflator valve assemblies[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.9 SURVIVAL VEST 2.9.1 The Survival Vest is designed for use in fixed seat equipped aircraft, providing a mounting platform for the life preserver equipped with a manual inflation device. Figure 6. Inside View of the LP/SV Ba[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.10 RESCUE HARNESS SYSTE M 2.10.1 2.10.2 2.10.3 2.10.4 2.10.5 2.11.1 2.11.2 2.11.3 2.11.4 2.12.1 2.12.2 2.12.3 The vest incorporates a rescue harness system, consisting of a left side a nd right side harness handle loop. The [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.13 BALLISTIC LINER ATTACHMENT POINTS 2.13.1 2.14.1 The MSV971 has built-in provisions for adding an optional ballistic li ner accessory to the inside of the survival vest. The vest has two zippers running along the inside of[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 2.14.2 The pressure of the expanding gas forces the fasteners around the periphery of the protective container to separate, automatically opening the protective container and allowing the cell to reach its fully inflated shape[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 3.0 DONNING AND PACKI NG INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 GENERAL WARNING: The MSV971 must be worn fully assembled. The modules are not to be worn separately. A loss of protection and wear resistance may result if worn improperly. 3.2 FOLDING[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 b. Lay the LP/SV unit out on a flat, clean surface so that the completely deflated cell is fully extended. c. Ensure that the rescue harness loops are fed through the upper openings in the protective container and laying flat [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 f. Ensure that the rescue harness lifting loops ar e fed through the upper openings in the protective container and laying flat underneath the cell. Ensure that the buddy- line and whistle are in place. Figure 10. Step f. Fold[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 j. Ensure (right side only) that the lanyard of the beaded handle passes through the reinforced opening of the container. NOTE: The inflator should be on top of the folded cell before closing to ensure proper activation of the[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 m. Secure the beaded inflation handle to the Velcro™ located on the unde rside of the protective container, at the lower right. n. Carefully remove the sliders from the zipper ends, and pinch together the Velcro™ tabs. Re-[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 4.0 MAINTENANCE AND CARE 4.1 GENERAL 4.1.1 4.2.1 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 After immersion in water (other than fresh clean water), the LP/SV modules should be either washed or rinsed separately. To increase the life of the garment, i[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.4.1 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.6.1 4.7.1 Chlorinated Water Immersion Immersion of the LP/SV in chlorinated water is not recommended. If the LP/SV is immersed in chlorinated water, use the same washing procedure as for salt wa[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 5.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING 5.1 REQUIREMENTS 5.1.1 5.2.1 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 The MSV971 LP/SV should be inspected at the following times, as deemed appropriate by the user's Safety Systems Section: a. Maintenance inspection [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 5.3.4 5.4.1 5.4.2 Visual Inspection of the Inflatable Cell 5.3.4.1 A visual inspection of the inflatable cell should consist of the following: a. Open the protective cover by separating the Velcro™ tab at the rear and pullin[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 e. Perform the CO 2 inflation device test as per section 5.8. f. Perform the CO 2 cylinder weight test as per section 5.9. g. Reassemble the LP/SV unit and perform the visual inspections as per section 5.3 above. 5.5 INFLATION[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 d. Hang the inflatable cell for six hours in an area where the ambient temperature can be maintained at a constant 22°C (72°F). e. The cell chamber is serviceable if, after the six-hour period, the internal pressure in eithe[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 6.0 REPAIRS 6.1 GENERAL 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.1.6 6.2.1 6.3.1 6.3.2 6.4.1 6.4.2 It is extremely important that damaged LP/SV’s are handled in accordance with the following repair requirements. Qualified repair pers[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 The construction of all LP/SV units use 5 / 16  ± 1 / 16 inch seam allowances. T here shall be no sewing repairs to the inflatable cell. Damage Treatment 6.4.3 6.4.4 6.4.5 6.4.3.1 Cut away and patch singed, burnt or worn a[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 b. Cut a square, or rectangle, in the damaged fabric slightly larger than the hole (see figure 18). Figure 18. Step b. Patching c. Cut a patch of the original material being repaired, exceeding the hole in size by not less tha[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 e. Single-stitch the patch to the fabric 6 mm (¼ inch) from the edge of the hole (see figure 19). Figure 19. Steps c., d. and e. Patching Patch stitched to the outside layer of the liner f. Roll an edg e of the patch under it[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 6.5 ORAL INFLATOR VAL VE 6.5.1 6.6.1 6.7.1 The oral inflator valve is not repairable and should be replaced when it is proven defective. To replace the valve, perform the following: a. Remove the crimp ring. Grab the crimp rin[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 Figure 21. Step a. Replace Inflatable Cell Self-locking Tie b. Remove the oral inflator valves and CO 2 inflation device from the cell. c. Reinstall the components removed fr om the non-serviceable cell onto the replacement ce[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 f. Secure the last cord loop to the lacing anchor loop, by passing a new plastic self- locking tie through both loops, and cinching tight ly. Carefully trim the excess tie ends. Figure 23. Step g. Replace Inflatable Cell Self-[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 7.0 SUMMARY 7.1 The Mustang Survival MSV971 is an emergency use LP/SV that protects over-water aircrew in harsh marine environments by providing flotation and maintaining the individual in a face-up position. These LP/SV’s a[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 Figure 25. MSV971 Survival Vest and Index Numbers 2 4 3 7 16 14 17 6 8 13 21 20 9 10 19 18 15 5 22 11 23 12 24 25 1 31 T T h h i i s s d d o o c c u u m m e e n n t t i i s s f f o o r r i i n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 Figure 26. Parts List for the MSV971 Survival Vest INDEX NUMBER PART NUMBER NOMENCLATURE MIN ORDER QUANTITY 1 TA106927 1 5 / 8 INCH BIAS TAPE, CALENDARED 1 ROLL 2 HD718230 SNAP FASTENER CAP 20 EA 3 HD718330 SNAP FASTENER SOCK [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 INDEX NUMBER PART NUMBER NOMENCLATURE MIN ORDER QUANTITY 25 TA1017 1 IN. (25 MM) SOLAS REFLECTIVE TAPE 1 ROLL (50 MTR) N/A HD719413 NO.5 SLIDER PULLS BLACK 5 CNT 20 EA N/A HD7695 5 1 / 2 IN. (140 MM) BLACK CABLE TIES (PROTECTI[...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 T T h h i i s s d d o o c c u u m m e e n n t t i i s s f f o o r r i i n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n p p u u r r p p o o s s e e s s o o n n l l y y . . I I t t i i s s n n o o t t a a c c o o n n t t r r o o l l l [...]

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    Mustang Survival MSV971 Life Pre server and Sur vival Vest Description and M aintenance In structions 9 June 2004, Rev: 1.0 35 T T h h i i s s d d o o c c u u m m e e n n t t i i s s f f o o r r i i n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n p p u u r r p p o o s s e e s s o o n n l l y y . . I I t t i i s s n n o o t t a a c c o o n n t t r r o o l l[...]