User's Manual

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2.2. Beacon description
(1) Tamper proof seal
- to prove the beacon has been intentionally activated.
(2) Locking system
- to avoid unintentional activation of the beacon.
(3) TEST pushbutton:
- to perform a self-test;
- to stop the beacon transmission if manually actived by ON button if required by authorities.
(4) ON button:
- to activate manually the beacon.
(5) Strobe lights:
- to improve or help visual localization of the beacon by the SAR operations.
(6) Beacon control lamps (red and green):
- to check good operation when activating the beacon;
- to check good operation when performing a self-test;
(7) Programming led:
- to program the beacon (by manufacturer or authorized programming stations).
(8) Water switch contact:
- to activate automatically the beacon when submerged in water.
(9) Retroreflective tape
(10) Tether line:
- to secure the beacon to a liferaft, life jacket, boat, etc.
Important: The tether line is used to moor the EPIRB when floating in the water. Do not tie lanyard
to ship when installing beacon inside bracket.
(11) 406 / 121.5 MHz antenna.