User's Manual

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10 REGISTRATION
10.1 Overview
Every EPIRB is pre-programmed with a unique identity before it reaches the customer.
This is done by the manufacturer or in some cases the distributer. The identity includes
a 3 digit country code. This is the country that takes responsibility for storing that
particular EPIRB’s registration details. In most cases this is the country to which the
vessel is flagged. The country programmed into your Precision 406 can be found from
its rear identity label. You
must
register with this country.
MV BELLANA
EPIRB 1
1D1400063F81FE0
FLAG 232 G BRITAIN
SERIALISED 000012
CATEGORY 1 – AUTO
Class 2 –20/+55 C (-4/+131 F)
When you activate your EPIRB in an emergency, the nearest maritime search and
rescue coordination centre (MRCC) will receive the message and decode the country
code (eg 232). They will then access the registration database for that country and
expect to find details of your vessel, its radio equipment and who to contact. If they fail
to find this information, this may slow down any rescue.
10.2 How to register
Three registration forms are provided, two are for future use and one must be
completed now. The forms are all pre-printed with your EPIRB’s identity, all you have
to do is complete details of your vessel and provide some contact numbers. Wherever
possible the forms are also pre-printed with the correct mailing address and a faxback
number. If your form does not have a mailing address, contact your supplier. When
you have completed the form, you can choose to fax it or mail it.
It is usual to receive confirmation when you register. In the USA you will also receive a
“Decal” sticker which you must fit to the Precision 406 itself. The Decal is proof of
registration. Not having a Decal is an offence. Useful registration contacts are:
USA Sarsat Beacon Registration
E/SP3, RM3320, FB-4
NOAA, 5200 Auth Road
Suitland MD 20746-4304
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
UK EPIRB Registery
HM Coastguard (Southern)
Pendennis Point, Castle Drive
Falmouth TR11 4WZ
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
10.3 Warranty form
Please complete the warranty form supplied and fax or mail it to McMurdo. Failure to
do this may delay any future warranty claim.
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Number
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