ACR Electronics Y1-03-0250 Step Four Maintaining the Beacon, On a routine basis aboard ship, do

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STEP FOUR - MAINTAINING THE BEACON

1.Safety DOs and DON’Ts

On a routine basis aboard ship, DO NOT:

//Hold or carry the beacon by its antenna

//Mount the beacon in its bracket close to large structures or magnetic areas

//Tie the lanyard to the EPIRB bracket or any other structure

//Obscure the beacon by placing objects in front of it

On a routine basis aboard ship, DO:

//Mount the beacon in its bracket in an obvious location, so that all can see it

//Mount the beacon in its bracket with the rolled lanyard facing inward (facing the bracket)

//Follow the recommended maintenance schedule

//Perform a beacon Self-Test monthly

//Follow up with beacon service if Self-Test fails

2.Routine beacon maintenance

At least every ninety days, the float free mounting bracket and beacon should be inspected for deterioration and/or residue buildup that may affect the function of the beacon or automatic release. Part of the visual check includes checking the antenna for tightness. Clean the beacon and the mounting bracket to remove any residue buildups. It is recommended that the beacon and mounting bracket be wiped with a damp cloth.

Carefully inspect the beacon case for any visible cracks. Cracks may admit moisture, which could falsely activate the beacon or otherwise cause a malfunction. Any cracks observed should immediately be referred to ACR Service for evaluation. Call ACR Electronics Technical Service +1 (954) 981-3333.

3.Battery replacement

Battery replacement is due 5 years from date after the beacon placed into service, or by expiry date on the beacon whichever is first. During each inspection, check the time remaining until battery replacement is required. The battery must also be replaced if the beacon has been activated for any use other than the Self-Test.

Y1-03-0250 Rev. B

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Contents Owner Vessel Radio Call Sign UIN # Page Table of Contents Appendix D WARRANTY, Useful Life POLICY, NoticesStep ONE Registering Your Beacon How do I register? What country should I register in?Noaa Sarsat Beacon Registration Suitland Road Suitland, MDDo I need a radio license? How your beacon brings help Step TWO HOW the Beacon WorksOptional External GPS interface Anatomy of your beacon Activation switch with Witness TabTop View Switch PositionsCategory 2 QuickDraw Bracket Category 1 SeaShelter3 BracketActivating your beacon Y1-03-0250 Rev. B Witness tab will break once placed in the on position Turning off the beacon Tips for Optimum Deployment of AN Activated BeaconFalse alarms Date of Installation Example Step Three Installing the BeaconPage Category I bracket Category II bracket Installing the Optional optical GPS interface cable Battery replacement Routine beacon maintenanceStep Four Maintaining the Beacon On a routine basis aboard ship, doY1-03-0250 Rev. B Servicing the SeaShelter3 and the HydroFix HRU Changing ownership or contact informationTo remove the expired HRU To install the new HRUServicing the QuickDraw Self-Testing the beaconUsing the external GPS interface Appendix a Using and Testing the GPS SystemsTesting the external GPS interface How the external GPS interface worksCompatible GPS receivers LED indication of GPS fixGeneral overview Appendix B the COSPAS-SARSAT SystemGENERAL/ Environmental Appendix C Technical SpecificationsLimited Warranty Appendix D WARRANTY, Useful Life POLICY, NoticesProduct EC Declaration of Conformity
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