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7.2 HYDROSTATIC RELEASE REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Only Jotron approved hydrostatic
release is acceptable for use
7.2.1 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB-60 BRACKET
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1. Release and remove FB-60 top cover by removing the cotter pin (1).
WARNING! The EPIRB can drop out of the FB-60 bracket when releasing the
top cover. Remove the EPIRB from the bracket.
2. Press down the spring-loaded bracket plate and remove the hydrostatic unit
by sliding it out of its locking slot. See arrow for direction.(2).
3. Check the expiry date of the new hydrostatic release mechanism (3). The
date should be approximately two years from the date of purchase.
4. Install a new hydrostatic unit by pressing down the spring loaded bracket
plate and sliding the unit into its locking slot (4).
5. Refit the EPIRB and the FB-60 top cover. Be sure that the top cover is
locked at the bottom end and that the top end are fixed at hydrostatic
release mechanism rod. Replace the cotter pin (1)