Safety Notices; Use; Testing, Maintenance And Disposal; Hazards - mcmurdo Smartfind G8 AIS User Manual

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SAFETY NOTICES

1.1

Use

An EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) is for use in maritime
emergencies and is approved for these contingencies. It is not designed or
recommended for use on land or in the air.
Use the EPIRB only in situations of grave and imminent danger. False alerts
endanger lives. Help to prevent them; understand how to activate and deactivate
your equipment. Intentional false alerts may involve penalties.
Read the complete manual before installing, testing or using the EPIRB.
Ensure the EPIRB is registered with your local authorities (Flag State nation) – see
page 2.
1.2

Testing, maintenance and disposal

Ensure you test the EPIRB monthly – see page 25.
The EPIRB contains no user serviceable parts. The battery pack contains lithium
metal batteries. Do not incinerate, puncture, deform or short-circuit. If you need to
dispose of batteries or the complete EPIRB – see page 34. Return to your dealer
for service – see page 24.
1.3

Hazards

This EPIRB emits radio frequency radiation when activated. It is advisable not to
handle the antenna while the EPIRB is activated.
It is not advisable to stare directly at the strobe lights.
1.4

EC Declaration of Conformity

Hereby Orolia Ltd declares that this EPIRB is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of the Marine Equipment Directive
(MED) – 96/98/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained online
from: http://www.mcmurdomarine.com/documents
1.5

FCC Compliance

This device complies with the GMDSS provisions of Part 80 of the FCC rules.
1.6

Response time

The function of the EPIRB is to send an alert to COSPAS-SARSAT satellites as
described on page 39. How soon an alert is received depends on the positions of
the satellites at the time and can be influenced by overhead obstructions aboard
the vessel. Rescue time following an alert depends on the overall performance of
the Search and Rescue organisations which is outside the control of Orolia Ltd.
1.7

Disclaimer

Orolia Ltd reserves the right to change this specification at any time without notice
and hereby specifically disclaims liability for any consequences of such action.
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