Prefitting Check List

Prior to leaving your berth, it is always advisable to check your Lifejacket to ensure it is in good working order, ready to save your life if necessary!

Remember to have plenty of spare cylinders or re-arming packs as falling overboard twice on one journey is not unheard of. Accidental inflations can also occur. If the Lifejacket you are wearing is borrowed, then ensure it is adjusted to fit you properly - please watch the video demo on the right hand side of this screen.

The following visual checks should be made:

Check all belts are firmly attached to the Lifejacket and that all stitching and fastenings are secure.

Visually check the cover and inflator for holes or damage. Ensure on all models that the red manual lanyard is attached and protruding from the bottom of the Lifejacket. On Hammer Auto Inflation models, check that the expiry date is valid, the green dot is visible on the firing head, the manual lanyard is in place and that gas cylinder is tightly secured.

Ensure cylinder and firing mechanism are attached, corrosion free and are unused. Make sure that the correct size cylinder has been fitted:

23g: Junior Crewfit
33g: All Adult 150N Lifejackets
60g: 275N Lifejackets

On Standard Automatic models, examine the capsule and check it is still operative and not clogged with dirt. Examine the firing head, test the operation of the firing pin by pressing the base button and ensuring the pin moves cleanly.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GAS CYLINDER AND AUTOMATIC CAPSULE MUST BE REMOVED FIRST

Inflate the Lifejacket using the Oral inflation tube and leave overnight to double check for damage. Before repacking Lifejacket, ensure all air is expelled and oral inflation tube cap is fixed back in place.