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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
2.1
GENERAL
The ACR/MINI B
floats and survival craft. It should be stowed where it will be readily available in an emergency, or mounted
where easily accessible with the optional ACR/MINI B
SECTION 3 - OPERATION
3.1
GENERAL
The ACR/MINI B
deck of vessels or attached with the lanyard provided to survival suits, a raft or life vest. The beacon should be
in a vertical orientation, (antenna "UP"), to transmit effectively. It should be operated in an area free of
obstructions.
3.2
MANUAL DEPLOYMENT
Remove the Beacon from its mounting or storage position and ensure that the antenna is in an upright position.
Flip the switch to the "ON" position. Red LED indicator will illuminate. The LED indicator will remain on for 5
seconds indicating that the batteries are functional. After 5 seconds, the LED indicator will begin flashing,
indicating that the transmitter is functioning properly. The ACR/MINI B
emit an audio warble, again indicating that the transmitter is functioning properly. If operated from the deck of
the vessel, choose the most advantageous position free of surrounding obstacles. If deployed in water, make sure
that the antenna is positioned vertically and the antenna itself is out of the water. It is preferable to hold the unit
above the water, as immersion reduces effectiveness.
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE
4.1
GENERAL
The Beacon has been designed for use with a minimum of maintenance required. A check list is given in this
section, and when accomplished periodically, should help to assure emergency operation and extended life use.
CAUTION: Perform all maintenance operations and checks within a screen room, if available, to prevent
inadvertent transmission of emergency signals. If a screen room is not available, use caution in handling the
Beacon during servicing to prevent signal transmission.
4.2
BATTERY CHECK AND SERVICE
1. See Section 5.2 for battery check. Replace Battery Pack immediately after extended use or emergency.
2. The ACR/MINI B
the actual life of the battery, which is 12 years. Replacement must be done at six (6) years per FCC
regulations. Read the date located on the side of the case as follows:
Battery date of 0507 would be read "05/07" or "May, 2007."
3. All routine service or battery replacement must be carried out by factory authorized personnel at authorized
service centers. Please call ACR for the location of your nearest authorized service center at least 30 days
before expiration date.
4. Safety Precautions:
a) Warning: To avoid possible fire, explosion, leakage or burn hazard, do not open, recharge,
disassemble, heat above 71°C (160°F) or incinerate.
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Beacon has been designed for multi-purpose installation for survival use, personnel, rafts,
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Beacon is designed to be manually deployed and activated. It may be hand held on the
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EPIRB has a dated battery life. The battery is dated at a six (6) year period or half
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Mounting Bracket.
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ILS, Product No. 2763, will also
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