Cirrus SR20 Pilot Operating Handbook page 338

Section 9
Supplements
does not check the integrity of the ELT system or provide the
same level of confidence as does an AM radio.
1. Tune aircraft receiver to 121.5 MHz.
2. Turn the ELT aircraft panel switch "ON" for about 1 second, then
back to the "ARM" position. The receiver should transmit about 3
audio sweeps.
3. At turn-off (back to 'ARM' state) the panel LED and buzzer should
present 1 pulse. If more are displayed, determine the problem
from the list below.
4. Codes displayed with the associated conditions are as follows:
a. 1-Flash: Indicates that the system is operational and that no
error conditions were found.
b. 2-Flashes: Not used. If displayed, correct condition before
further flight.
c. 3-Flashes: Open or short circuit condition on the antenna
output or cable. If displayed, correct condition before further
flight.
d. 4-Flashes: Low power detected. If displayed, correct condition
before further flight.
e. 5-Flashes: Indicates that the ELT has not been programmed.
Does not indicate erroneous or corrupted programmed data. If
displayed, correct condition before further flight.
f. 6-Flashes: Indicates that G-switch loop is not installed. If
displayed, correct condition before further flight.
g. 7-Flashes: Indicates that the ELT battery has too much
accumulated operation time (> 1hr). If displayed, correct
condition before further flight.
Section 10 - Safety Information
No Change.
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Cirrus Design
SR20
P/N 11934-S36
Revision 01: 12-18-08