Mustang Survival MV3160, MV3155, MV1350, MV1340, MV1345 User Manual

The natural curiosity of a child is legendary.
Fortunately, so is the performance and safety record
of Mustang children’s vests. Unsurpassed in in-water
performance and with innovative safety features
such as a head support collar with grab strap. Kids
love the bright colors and comfort of the vests – and
that means, most importantly, they will love wearing
them.

Children are all unique, right down to their shape
and size. Therefore, for a PFD to be effective it must
fit snugly on your child. You can do this by checking
that the waist and the through-the-leg safety straps
are secured. To check for a good fit, pick the child
up by the shoulders of the vest. With a correct fit,
the child’s chin and ears should NOT be able to slip
through the vest. Never buy a PFD for a child ‘to
grow into.’

Even though your child is wearing a personal
flotation device (PFD) when they are on or near
the water, an adult should always be present. It is
important to teach your child how to put this vest
on and to test the vest in the water immediately
after purchase. This is also a perfect time to learn
how to float in the water so they don’t panic if the
unexpected does happen.

For 40 years Mustang Survival has been committed
to providing life support solutions. Through
constant innovation and the application of new
technologies, Mustang is the leading supplier
of quality flotation and hypothermia protection
products to the most demanding users – from
fishermen, sailors and power boaters to the Coast
Guard, jet fighter pilots and even NASA astronauts.

Lil’ Legends
Kids Vests

MV3150 / MV3155 / MV3160

Sizes

Infant / Child / Youth

Colors

Gold / Red

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Deluxe

Kids Vest

MV1340 / MV1345 / MV1350

Infant / Child / Youth

Sizes

Colors

Yellow / Blue

The best Personal Flotation Device (PFD) is the one you

This new inflator is maintenance free for 5 years (unless it has
been inflated) and you can easily see its status. If the inflator status
indicator is showing green you know it’s good to go!

wear. There are many choices when it comes to picking
the PFD that will keep you safe on the water. For some
activities foam vests are a great choice but now there is
another option, Inflatable PFDs or inflatables.

Choosing the Inflatable PFD that best fits your favorite
water sports activity is important. For example, manual
PFDs are a good choice if you are paddling or wade
fishing. Automatics are your best choice if you don’t
expect to end up in the water, but want the confidence
of knowing that it will inflate automatically in seconds
if the unexpected happens. Our new HIT™ (Hydrostatic
Inflator Technology) PFDs are perfect if you spend time
in high humidity or wet weather.

Inflatables are stylish, lightweight, low profile, flexible
and very comfortable to wear. They won’t get in the
way whether you’re reeling in the big one, cruising or
paddling to your next destination.

Inflatable PFDs are Coast Guard approved and come
in a variety of stylish colors – even camouflage. Once
the PFD is inflated you will see that the cell inside is
bright yellow and has SOLAS reflective tape on it. After
inflation it will give you twice the buoyancy of a foam
vest.

Inflatables can be used over and over again. Purchasing
a re-arm kit at the same time as your PFD is a great
idea – if the unexpected happens you’ll be back on the
water in no time.

Inflatable PFDs come with either manual or automatic
activation. The manual version inflates by pulling
the jerk tab that hangs from the PFD at waist-height.
Automatic versions inflate when immersed in water.
Deciding whether a manual or automatic inflatable is
best for you will depend on what activities you enjoy
doing on the water.

Manuals are perfect for when there is a reasonable chance
that you will end up in the water, but you’re confident that
you’ll be able to pull the inflation cord when you need it.
For example, when paddling, kayaking or wade fishing.

Automatics are your best choice if you don’t expect to
end up in the water, but want the confidence that if the
unexpected happens, the PFD will inflate within seconds
of being in the water. For example, on a sailboat or a
powerboat. They work with a small tablet that dissolves
when you enter the water – causing the inflator to
activate and fill the inflatable cell.

Mustang Survival has introduced a new inflatable
PFD that uses Hydrostatic Inflator Technology (HIT™)
that won’t inflate in high humidity conditions.
Exclusive to Mustang, it uses a water pressure valve
that only opens if it has been immersed in 4 or more
inches of water. You could be fishing in the pouring
rain or high humidity, or storing your PFD in a locker
– it simply won’t inflate unless you go in the water.

Inflatable

PFD with HIT

MD3183 – automatic

Size

Universal Adult

Colors

Red/Black, Carbon/Black,
Tan/Black

Sailing Harness

MD3184

Re-Arm Kit

MA7214

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Inflatable

PFD with HIT

MD3153 – automatic

Size

Universal Adult

Colors

Red/Black, Carbon/Black,

Tan/Black

Sailing Harness

MD3154

Re-Arm Kit

MA7214

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Deluxe

Inflatable PFD

MD3085 – manual
MD3087 – automatic

Size

Universal Adult

Colors

Navy/Carbon, Red/Carbon

Sailing Harness

MD3082 – manual
MD3084 – automatic

Re-Arm Kit

MA7203 – manual
MA7202 – automatic

Deluxe

Inflatable PFD

MD3051 – manual

MD3053 – automatic

Size

Universal Adult

Colors

Navy/Carbon, Red/Carbon

Sailing Harness

MD3052 – manual

MD3054 – automatic

Re-Arm Kit

MA7203 – manual

MA7202 – automatic

When you own an Inflatable PFD you should check it
before outings to make sure that it is in good working
condition. Just take a few seconds to check that the
indicator in the safety inspection window is green,
ensure the PFD is free of rips, tears or holes, and that
the Velcro™ or SecureZip™ closures are fully closed. We
recommend you do some preventative maintenance a
few times during the year to be sure your PFD is in full
working order. Use the oral inflation tube (behind the
cover) to fill the PFD to capacity and leave it overnight.
The inflated cell should be just as firm in the morning
as it was the night before. Full details can be found in
your owner’s manual.