Safety Seal; Testing The Epirb - GME Accusat MT403 Instruction Manual

NOTE:
Some installations may be covered by state, national or international carriage
requirements . Such legislation may impose additional inspection and maintenance
requirements beyond those listed above . Contact the relevant authority for further
information .
The safety seal which covers the tab behind the '
the unit is switched on. A safety seal that is not broken serves to indicate that the
beacon has never been manually activated.
NEVER
remove or break the seal unless deploying the EPIRB in an emergency.
If the beacon has been activated for any length of time, the batteries can no longer
be guaranteed to have the capacity to operate for the minimum 48 hour period and
therefore must be replaced.
It is recommended that you test the MT403/403G at regular intervals
(approximately monthly) to ensure it is fully functional. You should also test the
EPIRB prior to an extended journey.
DO NOT over test – testing consumes some battery power.
NOT
WARNING: DO
it may automatically activate. Ensure the unit is thoroughly dry before removal.
You may test the EPIRB at any time using the following procedure:
1. Remove the beacon from the bracket. Keep the antenna well clear of metallic
objects during testing.
2. Lift the cover marked 'LIFT'.
3. Briefly press then release the yellow 'TEST' button.
4. The unit will give a double beep and flash of the strobe light to show it is
functioning correctly.
5. Close the switch cover and press firmly into place until it clicks.
6. Return the beacon into the bracket.
If the EPIRB fails the testing process you should
return it to your retailer or nearest GME branch
office for maintenance.
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remove the EPIRB from its mounting bracket if the unit is wet,
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