Eurocopter AS 350 83 Flight Manual page 335

COMPLEMENTARY FLIGHT MANUAL.
3.2 Pre-fliaht Checks
-Select the international distress frequency on the aircraft VHF or UHF
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system.
-Set switch beneath instrument panel to "MANU" for approximately R
one second.
-The transmitter output signal should be audible in the headphones.
-Set switch back to "AUTO". R
3.3 Post-fliaht Check
After landing, ensure that the emergency locator transmitter has not
accidentally been switched on.
4 OPERATING PROCEDURE
4.1 Automatic Ooeration 8
The transmitter is actuated automatically in the event of an impact if
the switch is set to "AUTO". R
Imoact detector reset:
-New aeneration locator beacon (NG) :
Select the locator switch to OFFjRST, hold it in this position for
2 to 3 seconds then select it back to AUTO.
-Old aeneration locator beacon:
The impact detector may be reset by means of the "RESET" push-button
on the transmitter front panel; the reset push-button also stops
the transmitter output signals if the unit is operating.
4.2 ManualOoeration
The unit may be actuated manually by setting the switch to "MANU". R
4.3 Portable Ooeration
The transmitter may be used on the ground as follows: 8
-Remove the transmitter from its mount.
-Select an unobstructed area.
-Extend the built-in antenna.
-Place the unit upright with the antenna on top.
-Switch on the transmitter by setting the switch to "MANU".
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