The FLU-12/P inflation device is designed to inflate life preservers either manually or automatically by opening a CO2 cylinder and releasing the gas into the life preserver through an outlet. This inflation device was designed specifically for use in the Mk1 Mod 0 life preserver used by Navy deck crew personnel and has no commercial application. Equipment manufactured in accordance with this document may utilize new technology provided form, fit, and function are maintained as approved by the Technical Authority. Current stock of inflation devices may be used until depleted; future requisitions of the inflation device should refer to the current version of this specification.