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25-62-11

Page 1 of 87

JUN 20/13

570-5000 Rev. G

Initial Issue JUN 30/1999

ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS

5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Cage Code: 18560

Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual

This manual includes data for the equipment that follows:

Component

Part No. Model No.

C406-2 SERIES

EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER

Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5000 C406-2

Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5001 C406-2HM

Summary of content (87 pages)

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C406-2 SERIES EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual This manual includes data for the equipment that follows: Component Part No. Model No. Emergency Locator Transmitter Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5000 453-5001 C406-2 C406-2HM ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS 5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Cage Code: 18560 25-62-11 Page 1 of 87 JUN 20/13 570-5000 Rev.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) PROPRIETARY INFORMATION This document contains proprietary information and such information may not be disclosed to others for any purpose, nor used for manufacturing purposes without written permission from ACR Electronics. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) RECORD OF REVISIONS REV NO. DCN NO.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE SUBJECT PAGE DATE Title Page 1 Aug 28/12 Description and Operation 30 Aug 28/12 Notices 2 Aug 28/12 (cont.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBJECT PAGE DATE Installation 59 (cont.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TABLE OF CONTENTS RECORD OF REVISIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SERVICE BULLETIN LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) B. Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 C. Table 3 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) INSTALLATION 1. Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 A. TSO C126, Paragraph D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 B. FAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) C. Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION 1. Background Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 A. Hex ID Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 ELT Orthogonal Axes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Figure 2 C406-2 Series ELT and Mounting Frame Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Figure 3 Remote Switch Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) INTRODUCTION TASK 25-62-11-990-801 1. Manual Usage SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. General (1) This manual describes the operation, installation, and maintenance of the Model C406-2 Series emergency locator transmitter (ELT). This information is provided to ensure initial and continued airworthiness.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B. C406-2HM (1) The C406-2HM ELT was developed for helicopter installations and features an additional 5axis G-Switch module, which allows the ELT to be activated in any of six axes. See Figure 1. (2) The C406-2HM ELT is identical to the C406-2 ELT in all other aspects.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B. Battery CAUTION: (1) LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY CONCERNS INCLUDE THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE, VENTING VIOLENTLY, AND VENTING OF TOXIC GASES. The lithium battery pack used on the C406-2 Series ELT is certified under TSO C142. (a) The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this battery are minimum performance standards.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) Table 1 Environmental Categories Breakdown CATEGORY SECTION DESCRIPTION C1 4.0 Temperature/Altitude - 4.5.4 In-Flight Loss of Cooling B 5.0 Temperature Variation A 6.0 Humidity 204 7.0/8.0 Operational Shock and Crash Safety/Vibration X 9.0 Explosion R 10.0 Waterproofness X 11.0 Fluids Susceptibility X 12.0 Sand and Dust X 13.0 Fungus X 14.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-804 4. Frequency Allocations SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Application (1) This section addresses the 406.0-406.1 MHz transmitter window and the specific frequency band allocations residing above 406.025 MHz, beginning with 406.028 MHz, which are assigned or reserved within the 406.0-406.1 MHz distress frequency window. SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-805 5. List of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 Term Definition AC Advisory Circular – A Federal Aviation Administration (USA) bulletin with special information. For the purposes of this document, the acronym AC does not refer to electrical alternating current.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) or electromagnetic radiation emitted from an external source. Also called radio frequency interference or RFI. EUROCAE European Organization for Civil Aviation Equipment – EUROCAE documents are widely referenced as a means of compliance to European Technical Standard Orders (ETSOs) and other regulatory documents.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) nating current electrical signals used to produce and detect radio waves. RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics – Organization that makes recommendations for airworthiness. Refer to http:// www.rtca.org/aboutrtca.asp for more information. RTV A rubbery silicon-based adhesive typically used to prevent vibration problems and water intrusion.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-806 6. References SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Regulatory Documents (1) The following regulatory documents are referred to herein. When referring to such documents, it is the manual user’s responsibility to ensure they are using the latest revision or release of such documents.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) Deployable-ELT (AD), Survival-ELT (S) Operating on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz” (e) DO-204, “Minimal Operational Performance Standards for 406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT)” SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B. Other Documents (1) The following documents are available on-line at the Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, or from ACR Electronics upon request.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION TASK 25-62-11-870-801 1. Description SUBTASK 25-62-11-870-001 A. Functional Overview (1) (2) The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard sweep tone on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz. Approximately every 50 seconds, for up to 520 milliseconds (long message protocol), the 406 MHz transmitter turns on.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) aircraft navigation system via the ELT/NAV Interface, the accuracy improves to approximately 100 meters. (5) (6) The ELT transmits a digital message that allows search and rescue authorities to contact the owner/operator of the aircraft through information contained in a database.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) material. See Figure 2. NOTE: The ELT main assembly and its mounting frame assembly are capable of withstanding extremely harsh environments and have been subjected to the rigorous environmental testing required by COSPAS-SARSAT for certification.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) NOTE: The ELT CANNOT be disarmed or disabled from the cockpit. Cockpit operation is limited to deactivating or manually activating the ELT. EMERGENCY USE ONLY ARTEX ELT LED ON SWITCH ARM Test/Reset Press ON Wait 1 Second Press ARM Figure 3 Remote Switch Front View (3) The buzzer (i.e., horn) provides an audible alert when the ELT is active. See Figure 4.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (5) Five dual-input antennas are approved for use with the C406-2 Series ELT. Selection of the proper antenna is dependent upon end use, aircraft configuration and speed, and other factors. See Figure 6.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-870-802 2. Operation SUBTASK 25-62-11-870-001 A. Operational Overview (1) See Figure 7.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) “ACTIVE” state requires a positive switch transition from either the cockpit remote switch, ELT local switch, or G-switch. (6) (a) It is possible the primary G-switch or one of the auxiliary G-switches could activate the ELT in either a fixed or rotor wing aircraft as the result of severe maneuvers or a very hard landing.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-001 E. Functional Check (1) A monthly functional check is recommended to verify operational status of the ELT. (2) Perform this functional check in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-011 on page 47. TASK 25-62-11-870-803 3. Specifications SUBTASK 25-62-11-870-001 A.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-870-002 B. Electrical (1) Table 3 lists the electrical specifications of the C406-2 Series ELT. Table 3 Electrical Specifications CRITERIA Operating Frequencies Modulation Transmitter Duty Cycle Peak Effective Radiated Power (PERP) Occupied Bandwidth Spurious Emissions Battery PARAMETER CHARACTERISTIC 406.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-870-003 C. Antennas (1) Table 4 lists the specifications of the antennas approved for use with the C406-2 Series ELT. Table 4 Antenna Specifications PARAMETERS Style CHARACTERISTIC 110-320 110-328-01 110-333 110-337 110-337-11 Rod Blade Blade Blade Blade Frequencies VSWR 121.5, 243.0, 406 MHz 121.5 and 243.0 MHz - 2.0:1 Max. 406 MHz - 1.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TEST AND FAULT ISOLATION TASK 25-62-11-750-801 1. Inspection and Test Regulatory Requirements SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. United States (1) (2) In accordance with FAR Part 91, Subpart C, § 91.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B. Canada (1) CAR Part VI, Standard 625, Appendix C, requires the ELT to be inspected at intervals not exceeding 12 months.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-750-802 2. Inspection and Test Procedures SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Checklist (1) Table 5 provides a list of the ELT inspection and testing requirements, a copy of which may be used as a checklist to verify inspection and test completion. The item numbers in the table correspond to the item identifiers for each task.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-220-001 C. Coax Cables and Wiring Connections Inspection – Item 1 (1) Check remote switch harness connector for corrosion bent or broken pins and other damage. (2) Check antenna coax cable connectors for corrosion, bent or broken center conductor, and other damage.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-001 F. G-Switch Functional Check – Item 4 CAUTION: (1) A JUMPER IS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THIS CHECK. DUE TO THE POTENTIAL OF PHYSICAL DAMAGE IF THE JUMPER IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, THIS STEP SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AN EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN/MECHANIC. Reinstall the battery in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 on page 74.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) By doing so, the three-minute warm-up requirement can be eliminated from a number of tests and battery run time minimized to a large extent. (1) Place the ELT in a container or screen room capable of substantially attenuating RF signals, or the transmitter power output shall be connected to a suitable dummy load to minimize radiation.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-004 I. Audio Modulation Check – Item 5b (1) Perform this check in conjunction with SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-003. (2) Monitor 121.5 MHz on an AM receiver. (3) Listen for the aural sweep tone on the receiver. The audio should “sound” like an ELT. SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-005 J. 121.5/243.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) MEASURING DEVICE TO PROTECT THE INPUT CIRCUITS OF THE MEASURING DEVICE. (1) Connect the measuring device, referring to SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-002 on page 40. (2) Activate the ELT, if necessary, by placing the control switch in the “ON” position. (3) Wait three minutes. (4) Read the displayed amplitude of the 406 MHz burst that follows the three-minute wait period.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-008 M. Current Draw Test – Item 5f CAUTION: EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION TO AVOID CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION, WHICH WILL BLOW THE FUSES IN THE BATTERY PACK. THIS TEST SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AN EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN/MECHANIC. CAUTION: ALL “ON” STATE CURRENT MEASUREMENTS MUST BE MADE WITH THE RF OUTPUT (I.E.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (9) Read the current draw on the ammeter. Steady state current draw must not exceed 200 mA. (10) Deactivate the ELT by placing the control switch in the “OFF” position. (11) Remove the test harness. (12) Reinstall the battery pack in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 on page 74. SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-009 N.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) message fail, check for self-test error codes and refer to Table 6 on page 49. SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-010 O. ELT Reset Check – Item 5h (1) Place the ELT control switch in the “ON” position. (2) Return the switch to the “OFF” position. (3) If the ELT is working properly, the LED will stay on for approximately 1 second and then turn off.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-750-012 Q. Antenna Test – Item 7 CAUTION: (1) DO NOT ALLOW THE DURATION OF THIS TEST TO EXCEED 5 SECONDS. Tune a low quality AM receiver (i.e., radio) to 121.5 MHz.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) Table 6 ELT Self-Test Error Codes Troubleshooting Guide CODE PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Indicates a G-switch loop open (Pins 5 and 8) 1-Flash Remote switch harness connector loose or disconnected at ELT Check connector and tighten as necessary ELT connector pins bent or broken Check condition of connector pins and repair or replace as necessary Connector pin
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) CODE PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Indicates there is no navigation position data present 5-Flash Aircraft navigation system off Turn on navigation system Faulty system interface wiring or connections Check wiring and connections for continuity and security No 453-6500 ELT/NAV Interface installed Install 453-6500 ELT/NAV Interface Reprogram to short message I
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) REMOVAL TASK 25-62-11-010-801 1. ELT SUBTASK 25-62-11-010-001 A. ELT Removal (1) See Figure 11. PROTECTIVE TOP COVER ASSY 3 2 MOUNTING FRAME CAP ASSY ELT MAIN ASSY NOTE: Coax cables and wiring harness not shown for clarity.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-050-801 2. Battery SUBTASK 25-62-11-050-001 A. Battery Pack Removal CAUTION: THE BATTERY PACK CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) COMPONENTS AND IT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. IF POSSIBLE, WEAR A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING INSTALLATION ACTIVITIES.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (6) Disconnect the large harness from the 8-pin header on the small circuit board mounted in the battery pack. (7) Disconnect the battery pack 2-wire harness from the connector recessed in the ELT body. TASK 25-62-11-500-801 3. Material or Equipment Return SUBTASK 25-62-11-510-001 A.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) INSTALLATION TASK 25-62-11-410-801 1. Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. TSO C126, Paragraph D (1) TSO approval of the ELT does not constitute installation approval. All ELT installations are subject to field approval for a given airframe by either an approved FAA DER or FAA FSDO.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-005 E. RTCA (1) (2) DO-204, § 3.1.8 guidelines for mounting a ELT: (a) The ELT shall be mounted to primary aircraft load carrying structures, such as trusses, bulkheads, longerons, spars, or floor beams. (b) The mounts shall have a maximum static local deflection no greater than 0.1 inches (2.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) EXPOSURE TO HARSH CHEMICAL FLUIDS SUCH AS DEICING COMPOUNDS. THESE TYPES OF CHEMICAL FLUIDS CAN PROMOTE CRACKING AND FRACTURING OF THE ELT MOUNTING FRAME AND HOUSING COMPONENTS BY DEGRADING THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THESE COMPONENTS. THESE SAME CHEMICAL AGENTS MAY ALSO CAUSE CORROSION OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. (1) Select a suitable location for the ELT mounting tray.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-002 B. Installation (1) See Figure 14. 8-32 x 5/8 SCREW (4 PLCS) #8 FLAT WASHER (4 PLCS) EQUIPMENT MOUNTING PLATE (REF.) MOUNTING TRAY #8 LOCK WASHER (4 PLCS) 8-32 X 1/4 HEX NUT (4 PLCS) AIRFRAME STRUCTURE (REF.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-450-802 3. Antenna SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Selection (1) Use only antennas approved for use with the C406-2 Series ELT. The ELT will not work properly without being connected to an antenna for which it was designed. (2) Verify the antenna selected matches the requirements of the specific installation.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) MHz cable has BNC connectors and the 406 MHz cable has TNC (antenna) and TPS (ELT) connectors. 13.00 (330) INSTALLATION NOTES: 1. MOUNT ANTENNA USING #8-32 SS 100° C’SK MACHINE SCREWS AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE. TORQUE TO 20 ±1 LB-IN (226 ±11 N•cm) 2. PROVIDE 0.625 (5/8”) (16 MM) Ø HOLE BNC CONNECTOR AND 0.703 (45/64”) (17.9 MM) Ø HOLE FOR TNC CONNECTOR. C.G. 3. PROVIDE 0.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) INSTALLATION NOTES: 1. MOUNT ANTENNA USING #10-32 SS MACHINE SCREWS AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE 72548( 72 /% ,1 1FP 2. PROVIDE 0.625 (5/8”) (16 MM) Ø HOLE FOR BNC CONNECTOR AND 0.703 (45/64”) (17.9 MM) HOLE FOR TNC CONNECTOR. 3. PROVIDE 0.213 (5.4 MM) Ø HOLES (6 PLCS) FOR ATTACHING SCREWS. 3.74 EST (95) 4.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) INSTALLATION NOTES: 1. MOUNT ANTENNA USING #10-32 SS MACHINE SCREWS AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE AND TORQUE TO 20 IN/LBS. 3. PROVIDE A 5/8" (.625") DIAMETER HOLE FOR THE TNC CONNECTOR. 4. A LAYER OF ANTI-CORROSION BOUNDING GREASE SHOULD BE APPLIED BETWEEN THE AIRCRAFT AND THE BASE OF THE ANTENNA 15º 30º 2. PROVIDE A 5/8" (.625") DIAMETER HOLE FOR THE BNC CONNECTOR. 7.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-450-803 4. Remote Switch SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 A. Location NOTE: This procedure is applicable to the most commonly used remote switch (345-6196-04). If an optional switch is installed in lieu of this one, the applicable installation instructions should be consulted. (1) Select a suitable location for the remote switch assembly.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-450-804 5. Buzzer SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 A. Location CAUTION: (1) PLACING THE BUZZER IN THE COCKPIT IS NOT RECOMMENDED DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR DISTRACTION. THE BUZZER PRODUCES A LOUD, SIREN-TYPE SOUND WHEN THE ELT IS ACTIVATED.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-450-805 6. Wiring SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. General Considerations and Recommendations CAUTION: IF GROUND OR OTHER CONNECTIONS ARE BROKEN OR OTHERWISE DAMAGED, THE ELT IS STILL CAPABLE OF AUTOMATIC ACTIVATION; HOWEVER, THE COCKPIT REMOTE SWITCH MAY BE INCAPABLE OF RESETTING THE ELT AND OPERATION MAY NOT BE INDICATED ON THE REMOTE SWITCH LED.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 B. Remote Switch Harness Fabrication (1) See Figure 20. MOUNTING FRAME TOP COVER (REF.) 151-5012 PIN 12 USE MALE CRIMP PINS (151-6627) PIN 10 PIN 3 ELT AND MOUNTING TRAY (REF.) 151-5009 PIN 3 MOUNTING FRAME CAP (452-5052) PIN 1 USE FEMALE CRIMP PINS (151-6628) PIN 9 PIN 1 Tighten thumbscrews no more than 18 lb-in (2.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) be spliced in a manner acceptable to the aircraft manufacturer, or as described in AC 43.13-1, Paragraph 11-167. (b) Fabricate ground wire long enough to reach from Pin 9 of the remote switch plug to aircraft ground. (c) Fabricate a power wire long enough to reach from the remote switch plug (Pin 1 or Pin 3) to the selected aircraft power source.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (6) Crimp appropriately sized ring terminals on the buzzer ends of the buzzer power and ground wires. (7) Crimp an appropriately sized ring terminal on the airframe end of the Pin 11 ground wire. (8) Crimp an appropriately sized ring terminal on the remote switch power source wire end.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) NOTE: (c) The pin with the airframe ground wire terminated in it, MUST be inserted in Pin 11. Insert the buzzer power and ground wires in Pin 2 (+) and Pin 4 (–) of the receptacle, respectively.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-004 E. Wiring Installation (1) Route the remote switch harness wire bundle and breakout wiring through the airframe. (2) Route the two antenna coax cables through the airframe. NOTE: (3) Longer coax cables, up to 20 feet (6.1 m), may be fabricated if the cables provided are too short. Use RG-142 or RG-400 coax cable.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-008 I. Airframe Ground Connections (1) Connect the ground wires to the airframe in accordance with the aircraft manufacturer’s written instructions or as described in AC 43.13-1, Chapter 11, § 15, as applicable. See "Figure 21 Remote Switch Harness Wiring Diagram” on page 66. SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-009 J.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-410-802 7. ELT Installation SUBTASK 25-62-11-410-001 A. Installation and Test (1) See Figure 23. PROTECTIVE TOP COVER ASSY 5 6 MOUNTING FRAME CAP ASSY ELT MAIN ASSY NOTE: Coax cables and wiring harness not shown for clarity.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (11) Secure the mounting frame cap to the mounting tray with the thumbscrews and tighten them to no more than 18 lb-in (203 N•cm). (12) Tie up excess slack in the harness and coax cables, such that they form drip loops and there is enough slack, approximately 5 in. (127 mm), to allow the mounting frame cap to be easily pulled back.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-410-002 C. Installation Documentation (1) Make appropriate logbook (i.e., aircraft records) entries and submit FAA Form 337, along with any supporting data required by the FAA for approval of the installation, as applicable. NOTE: (2) Refer to TASK 25-62-11-410-801 on page 54 for additional information on installation approvals.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-450-806 8. Battery Pack Installation SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-001 A. Battery Reinstallation CAUTION: THE BATTERY PACK CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) COMPONENTS AND IT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. IF POSSIBLE, WEAR A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING INSTALLATION ACTIVITIES.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (7) Reset the ELT by toggling the ELT local control switch to “ON” and back to “OFF” after 1-2 seconds. NOTE: This step is necessary because the ELT will occasionally activate when power is connected to it in Step 6.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-450-002 B. New Battery Installation CAUTION: DO NOT USE CONTACT CLEANER ON ELT COMPONENTS. SUCH CHEMICAL AGENTS CAN BE HIGHLY DESTRUCTIVE TO THE MOUNTING HARDWARE AND ELT HOUSING, CAUSING CRACKING, FRACTURING AND OTHER DAMAGE. (1) This subtask applies to installation of a new (i.e., replacement) battery.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-002 B. Recommendations (1) ACR Electronics recommends installation of the C406-2HM ELT in helicopters. The C406-2HM ELT is equipped with a 5-axis G-switch module in addition to the usual primary G-switch, which is oriented to the direction of flight. See Figure 26.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION TASK 25-62-11-990-801 1. Background Information SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Hex ID Code (1) Each 406 MHz ELT is programmed with a unique hex ID code (i.e., registration code) that is transmitted to the SAR satellite system.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-802 2. Registration SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Responsibility (1) It is the responsibility of the aircraft owner to register the ELT. (a) If an ELT is moved to a different aircraft (i.e., an aircraft other than the one it was originally installed on), and/or the aircraft is registered in a new country, the ELT must be re-registered.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-003 C. Where to Register (1) In the United States, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is the registration agency. (2) Specific registration web sites and information may be found at: (a) The Artex products web site at www.acrartex.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST TASK 25-62-11-990-801 1. Introduction SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Purpose (1) This illustrated parts list (IPL) illustrates and lists the spare parts, with attaching hardware, applicable to the C406-2 Series ELT.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-802 2. Manufacturer Name and Address SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-001 A. Ordering Information (1) Approved parts may be ordered from ACR Electronics, or any authorized dealer. CONTACT INFORMATION Sales, ACR Electronics, Inc / Artex Products 5757 Ravenswood Rd.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) SUBTASK 25-62-11-990-003 C. Nomenclature Column (1) This column contains descriptive nomenclature for each part, service bulletin numbers affecting the part, and obsolete part numbers.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) (4) The terms defined below are used when applicable to indicate the interchangeability of parts. TERM ABBREVIATION DEFINITION Alternate ALT The listed part is alternate to, and interchangeable with, other parts within the same item number variant group or other item numbers if designated.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) TASK 25-62-11-990-804 4.
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE UPA 28 01 452-3052 Protective Top Cover Assembly 1 02 452-5052 Mounting Frame Cap Assembly 1 03 452-5050 Mounting Tray Assembly 1 ATTACHING PARTS – 201-0810 Screw, PHP 8-32 x 5/8” SS 4 – 246-0008 Washer, Flat 1/2” SS #8 4 – 247-0800 Washer, Lock Internal Tooth SS #8 4 – 241-0832 Nut, 8-32 x 1/4” Hex SS 4
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) Figure 29 Electrical Components 03 04 01 WIRING HARNESS (Ref. Only) 02 FIG # ITEM PART # 29 01 345-6196-04 1234 NOMENCLATURE Switch, Cockpit Remote UPA 1 ATTACHING PARTS – 201-0408 Screw, PHP 4-40 x 1/4” SS 4 – 247-0400 Washer, Internal Lock SS #4 4 – 241-0440 Nut, 4-40 x 1/4” Hex SS 4 *** – 591-0428 .
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ACR ELECTRONICS, INC / ARTEX PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-2 (453-5000), C406-2HM (453-5001) Figure 30 Antennas 01 02 03 04 FIG # ITEM PART # 30 01 110-337 02 110-328-01 03 05 1234 NOMENCLATURE UPA Antenna, 406 Blade (319 Dual Input) 1 Antenna, 406 Blade (Dual Input) 1 110-333 Antenna, Tri-Band Blade, White (Dual Input) 1 04 110-320 Antenna, Tri-Band Rod (Dual Input) 1 05 110-337-11 Antenna, 406 Blade w/prt.