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Stearns Life Jacket, Boating, Child

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Check label for limitations of use. Approval: Some devices are approved only when worn. Check federal, state/provincial and local requirements for carriage, use and waer. US Coast Guard. Wear it.

 

Product Details

Heads-Up Series Child. 30 - 50 lb. 14 - 23 kg. Quick grab handle. Head support. Three buckles. Crosstech foam. Closed sides. Padded leg strap. Basic. Advanced. Trusted on the water since 1952. Why should I choose this vest? Designed to move with you so you can paddle farther. Ripstop nylon shell resists tears for long-lasting durability. Segmented aquafoam construction for increased mobility. Three adjustment points for a comfortable, secure fit. Choose the device you will want to wear. Size & Fit: Check label for user weight and chest size. Different body types float differently. Try your device on in the water to ensure your airway is clear. A good fit is secure, comfortable, and adjustable. Try it on. Performance: Lower level number generally offers greater mobility, comfort, and style with good flotation for most people. Higher level number generally offers greater flotation, turning, and stability in the water. 50. 70. 100. 150. Near shore (calm). (Waves) offshore. Increasing time to rescue. No turn. Turn most. Consider your activity & environment. Water Safety Info: In over 80% of boating fatalities the person was not wearing flotation. Most of these are sudden falls overboard or capsize of a small boat. The first moments in the water are critical, even for experienced swimmers. Cold water shock causes involuntary gasping, loss of muscle control and swim failure. Long term immersion in cold water causes hypothermia and requires thermal protection and flotation in the help position to conserve energy. Flotation devices save lives. Design Types: Inherent - built-in flotation (always bouyant). Inflatable - activated gas canister inflates chamber9s) (no bouyancy until time of inflation, requires canister replacement, may be manual, may require secondary action to don). Hybrid - combination of flotation and inflation (some immediate bouyancy and supplemental when inflated, may require canister replacement). Special Purpose - you activity may require special features (safety color, harness, straps, etc.) and accessories (whistle, lights, reflectors, etc.) for certain conditions. Your device only works when worn. Maintenance: Over time, exposure to sun, salt, fuel, and mildew can damage device. Allow to air dry. Inspect and test regularly. Inflatables require replacement rearming, repacking and regular servicing. Select the right PFD for you child! When choosing PFD for your child, understand the different types of PFDs have various strengths and limitation, including: Type: Type I PFDs. Fit: Unless a hybrid*, more bulky and less comfortable then either type II or Type III PFDs. Use Conditions: Type I PDFs have the greatest ability to turn a child "face-up". Type: Type II PFDs. Fit: Typically comfortable, but more bulky than Type III PFDs. Use Conditions: Type II PFDs will turn only some children to a "face-up" position. Type: Type III PFDs. Fit: Least bulky and most comfortable for continuous wear. Use Conditions: Type III PFDs are not designed to turn a child "face-up" in the water. They provide good support to children with some swimming skills. Type: Type V PFDs. Fit: May be a substitute for a Type I, II or III (as marked on PFD label). Use Conditions: Examples are type V swimwear PFDs with Type III performance that provide enhance wearability. A "face-up" position is one where the child is floating calmly on his/her back with arms and legs in the after and head back, with face out of the water (see the other side of this tag for more information about teaching your child to float safely in water). The ability of a PFD to turn a child "face-up" is affected by: your child's height and weight distribution, the type of PFD you select, the ability of your child to remain calm in the water, and the ability of your conscious child to turn himself/herself face-up. Make sure your child's PFD fits properly! Select a PFD that fits your child based on his/her weight, and any other sizing on the PFD, such as chest size. Make sure your child's weight is within the range marked on the PFD. The PFD should fit snugly, but not too tightly. Do not buy a PFD that your child will "grow into". Have your child try on the PFD and test its fit by lifting the child up by the shoulders of the PFD - the PFD is too large if it slips up over the child's chin or ears. Always use leg straps, if provided, to keep PFD securely in place. PFD Size: Youth; 50 to 90 lbs. (23 to 41 kg) weight range. 26" - 29" (66 - 74 cm) approximate chest size. Child; 30 to 30 lbs. (14 to 23 kg) weight range; 20" - 25" (51 - 64 cm) approximate chest size. Infant: Less than 30 lbs. (14 kg) weight range; 16" - 20" (41 - 51 cm) approximate chest size. Teach your child how to float with a PFD! Floating in a calm, "face-up" position is not something that comes naturally to children. Before going boating, teach your child how to float safely in a pool or shallow water where the child cannot touch bottom. Specifically, you should: 1. Teach your child to be calm in the water. Children sometimes panic when they enter the water. This causes them to move their arms and legs frantically, making it difficult for them to float safely with a PFD. 2. Teach your child to float on his/her back with arms and legs in the water and head back, face out of the water (see the figure below). The height and weight distribution of some young children makes them "top-heavy," causing them to tip in the water until they learn to float in a calm, "face-up" position. 3. Teach your child to turn to a "face-up" position from a "face-down" position. Have your child practice turning himself/herself until you are certain that he/she can turn to a "face-up" position consistently and reliably. If your child cannot turn to and maintain a relaxed, "face-up" floating position after getting used to wearing a PFD, try another style or type of PFD. Floating "face-up" using a Type III-style PFD. Floating "face-up" using a Type I- or Type II-style PFD. Heads-up high visibility. Type II watersports vest. See hangtag for details. * Hybrid devices may improved comfort with enhanced in-water performance. www.wearitlifejacket.org. www.sternsflotation.com. For more info on the right choices for yourself, your family and friends. Visit www.wearitlifejacket.org. 1-800-835-3278 TDD: 1-316-832-8707 www.sternsflotation.com. Made in China.

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Warnings

Read, save and follow instructions. Warnings: Children should have adult supervision when on or near the water. Devices must be fastened correctly and securely. Some devices were not designed for certain activities or conditions such as water skiing, towed sports, personal watercraft (PWC), or whitewater paddling. Important information about children's PFDs. Warning: To reduce the risk of drowning, read and follow the information 1 in this tag, 2, in the label on your personal flotation device (PFD), 3 in the "Think Safe" pamphlet. Make sure your child wears a PFD at all times! Federal law requires that children under the age of 13 wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved PFD when boating. Make sure your child always wears a PFD when on a boat or near the water. Check state and local laws for other requirements. Children often imitate their parents' behavior, so it is a good idea to set an example for your child by wearing your own PFD. You can help prevent child drownings by having your child wear the right PFD and teaching them to use it properly. A PFD is not a substitute for adult supervision - never leave a child unattended in or near the water.

Manufacturer

The Coleman Company, Inc.
3600 North Hydraulic Wichita, KS 67219 United States

UPC

00076501084726