Approvals; Registration; Optional Accessories - Ocean Signal EPIRB1 Pro User Manual

9.7

Approvals

9.7.1 Marine Equipment Directive
The EPIRB1 Pro is approved under the EU Marine Equipment Directive under MED/5.6 of
the current implementing regulation. The Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded
from:
www.oceansignal.com/products/epirb1pro.
9.7.2 Industry Canada Approval
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
9.8

Registration

It is a legal requirement to register your EPIRB1 Pro with your national authority. Failure
to do so may result in prosecution. Accurate registration will help the authorities if your
EPIRB1 Pro is activated and may speed up your rescue.
To register your beacon, contact your 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 identifi cation or alternative emergency contacts.
For UK registrations go to: www.gov.uk/406beacon
For USA registrations go to: www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov
For Australia go to: www.amsa.gov.au/beacons
For New Zealand go to: www.beacons.org.nz
Details of other authorities may be found at:
www.406registration.com/countriessupported.aspx
It is important to make sure that registration details are kept up to date and that the
authority is advised of change of ownership or disposal of your EPIRB1 Pro.
9.9

Optional Accessories

ARH1 Pro Replacement Automatic Release Housing
HR1E Replacement Hydrostatic Release Unit
26
EPIRB1 Pro USER MANUAL
912S-03403-02.00
703S-03414
701S-00608
27/07/2020