User's Manual

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6.1.5 LAND FILLING
Leachability regulations (mg/l)
Component Leachability EC
limit
EPA Other*
Iron
Nickel
100
100 500 2
5
0,5
* Applicable to France
6.1.6
RECYCLING
Send to authorized recycling facilities, eventually through a licensed waste carrier.
6.2
HYDROSTATIC RELEASE REPLACEMENT
For details see chapter 6.2.1 and 6.2.2.
6.2.1
REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB4/FBH4 BRACKET
See figure 1.1
The hydrostatic unit fitted on the float free bracket [FB4/FBH4] must be replaced every 2 years. Marking
the expiry date on the hydrostatic unit.
The hydrostatic comes complete with a new bolt and accessories.
1. Remove the EPIRB from its bracket by pulling out the locking pin on the clamp and open the
retaining rod that holds the beacon.
2. Unscrew the plastic bolt (1) by screwing it counter clockwise and remove the hydrostatic release
mechanism (2).
3. Check expiration date on the new hydrostatic release mechanism. The date should be approximately
2 years from the date of purchase.
4. Mount the new hydrostatic release mechanism. The unit is fixed to the bracket with a plastic bolt
containing washer, rubber seal, washer, O-ring.
5. Secure the plastic bolt by hand force only!