No. As we do not know the regions to where people are travelling, and since the market for electronic equipment is enormous, we have deliberately decided not to include this instrument. Additionally, there is no worldwide standard for emergency transmitters.
Can I use any kind of cartridge for a SECUMATIC 3001 S?
No, that is not possible. Only specific SECUMAR cartridges with very exact volume measurements are suitable for SECUMAR life jackets. Any other cartridges might not sufficiently fill the chamber or, on the other hand, they might burst the chamber.
Can the life jacket be involuntarily inflated by rain and spray water?
No. It can however inflate prematurely if the life jacket has been exposed to high humidity over a lengthy period of time. Then it can happen that the life jacket inflates on a beautiful summer's day. The way around this:after heavy rain or after a sailing trip, replace the tablet in the inflation device.
Will there be enough buoyancy left if one chamber suddenly loses air?
Yes, this is also part of the DIN standard. You can still stay on track if this happens, however you will move somewhat more slowly.
Can an emergency transmitter be included in the pack?
Yes, an emergency transmitter can be packaged with the island. In such cases, a special protective packaging is used so that the equipment and the life raft do not suffer any damage. The additional price of changing the order is approximately EUR 80.
Why does the life jacket only have one D-ring?
Sometimes a lesser quantity is better. One D-Ring gives additional safety because you are always secured when you hook on to this one ring. With two-ring systems there is a danger that in the heat of the moment one only hooks on to one ring and the system is then dysfunctional because it is not using its total strength. With SECUMAR, the single D-Ring and the central anchor buckle are to be viewed as a unit which provide the necessary strength.
How do I have to store my life jacket?
Several possibilities:
While sailing: Ready for use, or even better, always on the man/woman. A lot of accidents happen when peeing.
After sailing: dry, in the dark and not too warm or too cold.
Do the kayaks capsize easily?
It is relatively difficult to capsize the kayaks. You would have to lean out of the boat considerably to manage that.