Servicing: Where, how when?

The Deckvest is designed to be easily checked and maintained by yourself. Follow the videos online for basic and more detailed checks. 

We recommend that you check your Deckvest at least once a season and before any long passages.  If you would rather a professional look over it then there is a list of approved Deckvest service centres here.

It is recommended that you carry out a complete self-inspection annually, checking:

a.  The outer cover fabric: for cuts, tears, abrasion and damage caused by heat, chemicals etc.

b.  The lifejacket bladder: check for leaks by inflating your lifejacket through the oral tube until firm and leave for 24hrs. Any loss of firmness indicates leakage and means it is unsafe. To check the oral valve, fully inflate the lifejacket and hold the tube under water. If bubbles appear, deflate and re-inflate to test.  If a leak persists, do not use your lifejacket until it has been professionally serviced at your nearest service centre.

c.  The components: remove and inspect all components for signs of damage or contamination.  For example, ensure the CO2 cylinder is screwed in tight and the activation head also screwed tight.

We recommend a professional service at a service centre every two years. If you would prefer to use a Spinlock-approved service centre these are listed in the Service Centre locator section of our website.