User's Manual

EPIRB1 User Manual
12 Part No. 912S-01365
6 APPENDIX
6.1 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Your EPIRB will require little maintenance except periodic cleaning, if required.
Always use a damp cloth to clean the case and dry thoroughly. Do not use
solvents or other cleaning fluids as this may cause the plastics to deteriorate.
Ensure the antenna is free to unwind.
6.2 Batteries
The EPIRB1 contains Lithium batteries for long operating life. Your battery must
be replaced either after the expiry date or after the EPIRB has been activated,
even if only for a short period of time. Battery replacement must be done at an
Ocean Signal authorised battery replacement centre.
All Lithium batteries self discharge slowly over time at a rate that is related to
temperature. Maximum performance of the battery is achieved with long term
storage at an average temperature of no greater than 20°C.
6.3 Transport
When shipping your EPIRB the following guidance and regulations should be
followed, but you are advised to contact your nearest battery replacement centre
or Ocean Signal prior to shipping as regulations may have changed.
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Always pack your EPIRB securely in a stout cardboard carton. Ocean Signal
advises that you keep the original packaging in case of return for service.
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For surface transport the EPIRB may be shipped ‘excepted’ under special
provision 188.
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For air transport the EPIRB should be shipped as category UN3091 and packed
under IATA packing instruction 970 section II. If you are hand carrying your
EPIRB on an aircraft please contact you airline for advice
6.4 Disposal
Care should be taken when disposing of your EPIRB when it is no longer required.
It is recommended to remove the battery from the EPIRB by removing the case
lid. The case screws are covered by the top label. Dispose of the battery in
accordance with local waste regulations. Please note that the EPIRB1 is not user
serviceable and removing the lid will invalidate the warranty.