Float-Free Enclosure; Release From Manual Bracket - mcmurdo Smartfind G8 AIS User Manual

4.1.1

Float-free enclosure

If there has been no time to retrieve the EPIRB from the float-free enclosure
during evacuation, it will automatically release itself as the vessel sinks. The
EPIRB will float to the surface and start to operate automatically.
The EPIRB is best used to mark the location of survivors, not the accident
scene. If possible, and only if it is safe to do so, recover the EPIRB and tie to
the survival craft using the lanyard.
4.2

Release from manual bracket

1. Locate the end of the retaining
strap on the right hand side of
the manual bracket.
3. Open the strap fully.
4. Firmly pull the EPIRB out of the bracket.
WARNING – The antenna will spring up when the EPIRB is released. Be
careful to avoid eye injury.
2. Push the end of the strap
towards the EPIRB and then
forwards to release the strap.
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