TM 55-1680-317-23&P
2-14. INDIVIDUAL OVERWATER SURVIVAL KIT - Continued
(4) Closing the survival kit.
(a) Fold the kit outer case upper section back onto the lower section and using the case slide interlocking
fastener, close the outer case to a point adjacent to the top of the inflation assembly carbon dioxide
cylinder.
(b) Connect the 3/4-inch-diameter split key ring on the end of the ring chape to the loop formed on the end of
the inflation assembly pull-cable (figure 2-22).
CAUTION
When handling the Individual overwater survival kit under any circumstances, ensure
the slide interlocking fastener thong Is secured to the kit outer case snap fastener to
prevent Inadvertent activation of the raft inflation assembly as the stops on the slide
interlocking fastener have been removed.
(c) Engage the snap on the side interlocking fastener with the snap on the side of the kit outer case and
complete the closure of the kit outer case (figure 2-20).
Figure 2-20. Individual overwater survival kit packed and kit closure completed
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