General; Exposure To Rf Electromagnetic Energy; Warnings; Model Designators - Ocean Signal PLB1 User Manual

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GENERAL

GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL
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Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy

Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
1.1 1.1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
This product also complies with EN62479 (EU) and RSS-102 (Canada).
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Warnings

Warnings
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It is a legal requirement to register your PLB with your National Authority.
Only use your PLB in a situation of grave and imminent danger. Deliberately
misusing your PLB or setting it off accidentally may result in prosecution and a
fine.
Your PLB contains small lithium batteries. Please see section 6 for information
on safe transportation.
The battery in your PLB should be replaced immediately if it has been activated,
or if the test indicator shows the battery as 'used', or if the expiry date marked on
the unit has been exceeded.
THIS PLB WILL NOT FLOAT, unless fitted with a flotation lanyard. The lanyard
will ensure your PLB will not sink and can be retrieved from the water.
The PLB1 is not designed and intended for operation while floating in water. In
the case of exceptional circumstances during operation the beacon shall always
be kept above the water.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow the guidance in this
manual may result in loss of warranty.
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Model designators

Model designators
1.3 1.3 Model designators Model designators
The Ocean Signal PLB is available in two variants. The rescueME PLB1 has a GPS receiver
built in for maximum position accuracy. The rescueME PLB2 is a version without the GPS
receiver. This manual covers both variants, but section 5.1.2 and 7.1.2 and other
references to the GPS do not apply to the PLB2.
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Registration

Registration
1.4 1.4 Registration Registration
To register your beacon, contact you national registration authority via post, email or
online. Provide your 15 digit HEX ID (UIN), 5 digit checksum if required, your contact
details and emergency contact information. Some countries also require additional
information such as boat type and identification or alternative emergency contacts.
For USA the registration is at www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov/
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