ARTEX C406-1 Series Description, Operation, Installation And Maintenance Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. ARTEX Manuals
  4. Transmitter
  5. C406-1 Series
  6. Description, operation, installation and maintenance manual

ARTEX C406-1 Series Description, Operation, Installation And Maintenance Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Emergency Locator Transmitter
Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual
This manual includes data for the equipment that follows:
Component
Emergency Locator Transmitter
Emergency Locator Transmitter
C406-1 Series
Part No.
Model No.
453-5002
C406-1
453-5003
C406-1HM
25-62-10
ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC.
5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Page 1 of 67
Feb 28/2019
570-5001 Rev. J
Initial Issue JUN 30/1999
Cage Code: 18560

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the C406-1 Series and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for ARTEX C406-1 Series

Summary of Contents for ARTEX C406-1 Series

  • Page 1 Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5002 C406-1 Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5003 C406-1HM Page 1 of 67 25-62-10 Feb 28/2019 570-5001 Rev. J Initial Issue JUN 30/1999 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC. 5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Cage Code: 18560...
  • Page 2 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) PROPRIETARY INFORMATION This document contains proprietary information and such information may not be disclosed to others for any purpose, nor used for manufacturing purposes without written permission from ACR Electronics.

  • Page 3: Record Of Revisions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) RECORD OF REVISIONS REVISION CHANGE DATE REVISION CHANGE DATE RELEASE Jan 08/2001 DCN 1723 Jun 20/2001 DCN 1965 Apr 04/2002 DCN 2115 Dec 10/2002...

  • Page 4: Service Bulletin List

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SERVICE BULLETIN LIST SERVICE ISSUE MANUAL MANUAL SUBJECT BULLETIN NO DATE REV NO REV DATE Page 4 of 67 25-62-10 Feb 28/2019...

  • Page 5: List Of Effective

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE SUBJECT PAGE DATE Dec 01/14 Title Page Feb 28/19 Test and Fault Isolation (cont.) Dec 01/14 Dec 01/14...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TABLE OF CONTENTS RECORD OF REVISIONS ..........................3 SERVICE BULLETIN LIST ........................... 4 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES ........................5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................6 LIST OF FIGURES .............................
  • Page 7 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Inspection and Test Procedures ....................26 Checklist ..........................26 Preparation ......................... 27 Coax Cable and Wiring Connections Inspection – Item 1 ............27 Mounting Tray and Hardware Inspection – Item 2 ..............27 Battery Pack Inspection –...
  • Page 8 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Installation .......................... 47 Buzzer ............................48 Location ..........................48 Installation .......................... 48 Wiring ............................49 General Considerations and Recommendations ..............49 Remote Switch Harness Fabrication ..................50 ELT 12-Pin Receptacle Installation ..................

  • Page 9: List Of Figures

    C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 ELT Orthogonal Axes ......................11 Figure 2 C406-1 Series ELT and Mounting Frame Assembly ..............18 Figure 3 Cockpit Remote Switch ....................... 19 Figure 4 Buzzer ..........................19 Figure 5 Battery Pack Assembly ......................19 Figure 6 Antennas ...........................

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Installation e) Registration Illustrated Parts List 2) In the United States, the C406-1 Series ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the requirements herein and 14 CFR, FAR Parts 43, and 91; and other airworthiness requirements, as applicable.

  • Page 11: Model Descriptions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-990-802 2. Model Descriptions SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. C406-1 1) The C406-1 is a type AF (Automatic Fixed) ELT, which transmits on 121.5, 243.0, and 406 MHz.

  • Page 12: Battery

    LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY CONCERNS INCLUDE THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE, VENTING VIOLENTLY, AND VENTING OF TOXIC GASES. 1) The lithium battery pack used on the C406-1 Series ELT is certified under TSO C142. a) The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this battery are minimum performance standards.

  • Page 13: Frequency Allocations

    SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-002 B. Discussion 1) The 406 MHz transmitter frequency of the C406-1 Series ELT was originally 406.025 MHz. In order to comply with COSPAS-SARSAT frequency allocation requirements, changes to the 406 MHz frequency may occur since the original release of this product.
  • Page 14 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Drip Loop Extra wire length used to form a U-shaped bend in a wire or cable. Water or other fluids will flow down to the bottom of the loop and drip off. Electrical connections are made at the top of the loop.

  • Page 15: References

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) room designed to suppress RF signals, such that the broadcast of an ELT placed in the screen room cannot reach the SAR satellite system.

  • Page 16: Other Documents

    (ELT)” SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-002 B. Other Documents 1) The following documents are available on-line at the Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, or from ACR Electronics upon request. a) 570-1000, “ELT Test Set (ETS) Operation Manual” b) 570-4602, “ELT/NAV Interface Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual”...

  • Page 17: Description And Operation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION TASK 25-62-10-870-801 1. Description SUBTASK 25-62-10-870-001 A. Functional Overview 1) The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard sweep tone on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz.

  • Page 18: Components

    C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-870-002 B. Components 1) The C406-1 Series ELT main assembly is housed in a high impact, fire resistant, polycarbonate plastic case, which is enclosed in a protective mounting frame assembly made of similar material. See Figure 2. NOTE:...
  • Page 19 3) The buzzer (i.e., horn) provides an audible alert when the ELT is active. See Figure 4. Figure 4 Buzzer 4) The battery pack for the C406-1 Series ELT consists of four “D” size lithium manganese dioxide cells connected in series. To prevent the cells from being charged, diodes are connected across each cell and fuses are connected to the output.

  • Page 20: Operation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 6) Selection of the proper antenna is dependent upon end use, aircraft configuration and speed, and other factors. See Figure 6. Figure 6 Antennas TASK 25-62-10-870-802 2.

  • Page 21: Normal Operation

    C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 2) A primary feature of the C406-1 Series ELT is its simplicity of operation. As long as the ELT is connected to the remote switch harness ELT connector, such that pins 5 and 8 are jumpered (G-switch loop), it will activate in the event of a crash.

  • Page 22: Functional Check

    3. Specifications SUBTASK 25-62-10-870-001 A. Environmental and Physical 1) Table 2 lists the environmental and physical specifications of the C406-1 Series ELT. NOTE: For automatic activation, the higher threshold of 4.5 ft/sec (2.3 ) is specified in accordance with Eurocae ED-62. Use of the higher threshold crash sensor has been approved by the FAA as a deviation to TSO C126 (FAA Reference #98-130S-108, February 6, 1998).

  • Page 23: Electrical

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) B. Electrical 1) Table 3 lists the electrical specifications of the C406-1 Series ELT. CRITERIA PARAMETER CHARACTERISTIC ± 2 KHz (Initial) 406.025 MHz ± 5 KHz (5 years)

  • Page 24: Antennas

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-870-003 C. Antennas 1) Table 4 lists the specifications of the antennas approved for use with the C406-1 Series ELT. CHARACTERISTIC PARAMETERS 110-338 110-340...

  • Page 25: Test And Fault Isolation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TEST AND FAULT ISOLATION TASK 25-62-10-750-801 1. Inspection and Test Regulatory Requirements SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. United States 1) In accordance with FAR Part 91, Subpart C, § 91.207 (d), the ELT must be inspected within 12 calendar months after the last inspection for: a) Proper installation;...

  • Page 26: Inspection And Test Procedures

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-750-802 2. Inspection and Test Procedures SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. Checklist 1) Table 5 provides a list of the ELT inspection and testing requirements, a copy of which may be used as a checklist to verify inspection and test completion.

  • Page 27: Preparation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-000-001 B. Preparation 1) Remove the ELT in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-10-010-001 on page 37. 2) Remove the battery pack in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-10-050-001 on page 38.

  • Page 28: G-Switch Functional Check - Item 4A

    SUBTASK 25-62-10-750-002 G. G-Switch Functional Check (Helicopter Models Only)– Item 4b 10) This procedure outlines the steps required to test the five-axis G-switch installed in ARTEX Helicopter Model (HM) ELTs. 11) Testing of the primary and five axis G-switch can be accomplished by simulating a rapid deceleration in the required direction of the G-switch.

  • Page 29: Performance Testing Setup

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 8 ELT Orthogonal Axes 12) Keep G-switch loop and 50-ohm load installed on the antenna port from Item 4a installed. 13) Utilizing the sturdy padded surface, hold the ELT 10 inches (26.1 Centimeters) above the test area and thrust down forcefully maintaining a level axis into the pad to test the -X axis (see Figure 8).

  • Page 30: 121.5 Mhz Frequency Measurement - Item 5A

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 9 Performance Tests Equipment Setup SUBTASK 25-62-10-750-004 I. 121.5 MHz Frequency Measurement – Item 5a 1) Connect the measuring device, referring to SUBTASK 25-62-10-750-003 on page 29.

  • Page 31: 406 Mhz Power Output Measurement - Item 5E

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 3) Wait three minutes. 4) Measure the frequency. The frequency must be within the tolerance specified in Table 3 on page 23. NOTE: The exact 406 MHz frequency used is printed on the ELT product label.

  • Page 32: Digital Message Verification - Item 5G

    1) Set the 453-1000 ELT Test Set (ETS) beacon reader to receive and decode the ELT digital message. Refer to the ETS operating manual (570-1000) for ETS operating instructions and additional details. NOTE: A beacon reader equivalent to the Artex ETS may be used, provided it is capable of receiving and decoding the 406 MHz digital message.

  • Page 33: Elt Reset Check - Item 5H

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) b) The left hand example in Figure 11 is an ELT programmed for “User Protocol ELT with Serial Number”, with a test Hex ID. The right hand example is an ELT programmed for “Standard Location Protocol ELT with Serial Number”.

  • Page 34: Antenna Test - Item 7

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 6) Listen for 3 audible sweeps on the receiver, which takes about 1 second. 7) Verify the buzzer sounds immediately upon activation. 8) Return the cockpit remote switch to the “ARM” (OFF) position while paying close attention to LED activity when the ELT enters the “ARM”...
  • Page 35 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) CODE PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Indicates a G-switch loop open (Pins 5 and 8) Remote switch harness connector Check connector and tighten as necessary...

  • Page 36: Elt Troubleshooting Guidelines

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-810-002 B. ELT Troubleshooting Guidelines 1) Table 7 provides ELT troubleshooting guidelines for installation and operational issues. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Improper wiring...

  • Page 37: Removal

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) REMOVAL TASK 25-62-10-000-801 1. ELT SUBTASK 25-62-10-010-001 A. ELT Removal 1) See Figure 12. Figure 12 ELT Removal Sequence 2) Loosen the mounting frame cap thumbscrews.

  • Page 38: Battery

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-050-801 2. Battery SUBTASK 25-62-10-050-001 A. Battery Pack Removal CAUTION: THE BATTERY PACK CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) COMPONENTS AND IT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. IF POSSIBLE, WEAR A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING INSTALLATION ACTIVITIES.

  • Page 39: Material Or Equipment Return

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-500-801 3. Material or Equipment Return SUBTASK 25-62-10-510-001 A. Shipment Information 1) If any material or equipment is to be returned to the factory, under warranty or otherwise, ACR Electronics...

  • Page 40: Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) INSTALLATION TASK 25-62-10-410-801 1. Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. For US Registered aircraft: WARNING: FAILURE TO REGISTER THIS ELT WITH NOAA BEFORE INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN A MONETARY FORFEITURE BEING ISSUED TO THE OWNER.

  • Page 41: Canada

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-003 D. Canada 1) All installations must be performed in accordance with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR) Part V, Chapter 551, Paragraph 551.104. SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-004 E.

  • Page 42: Mounting Tray

    CAUSE CORROSION OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. 1) Select a suitable location for the mounting tray. See Figure 14. Refer to these dimensions when determining mounting location. Figure 14 C406-1 Series ELT Outline and Dimensions Page 42 of 67 25-62-10 Feb 28/2019...

  • Page 43: Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 2) Locate the mounting tray such that the ELT mounting frame cap has at least 5 inches (127 mm) of clearance for installation and removal.

  • Page 44: Antenna

    SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. Selection 1) Use only antennas approved for use with the C406-1 Series ELT. The ELT will not work properly without being connected to an antenna for which it was designed. 2) Verify the antenna selected matches the requirements of the specific installation. Considerations include aircraft maximum rated speed, location restrictions, and any other considerations specific to an installation.
  • Page 45 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 16 Rod Antenna 110-338 and Whip Antenna 110-343 Outlines and Dimensions Page 45 of 67 25-62-10 Feb 28/2019...
  • Page 46 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 17 Blade Antennas 110-340 and 110-341 Outlines and Dimensions Page 46 of 67 25-62-10 Feb 28/2019...

  • Page 47: Remote Switch

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-450-803 4. Remote Switch SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-001 A. Location NOTE: This procedure is applicable to the most commonly used remote switch (345-6196-04). If an optional switch is installed in lieu of this one, the applicable installation instructions should be consulted.

  • Page 48: Buzzer

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-450-804 5. Buzzer SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-001 A. Location CAUTION: PLACING THE BUZZER IN THE COCKPIT IS NOT RECOMMENDED DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR DISTRACTION. THE BUZZER PRODUCES A LOUD, SIREN-TYPE SOUND WHEN THE ELT IS ACTIVATED.

  • Page 49: Wiring

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-450-803 6. Wiring SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-001 A. General Considerations and Recommendations CAUTION: IF GROUND OR OTHER CONNECTIONS ARE BROKEN OR OTHERWISE DAMAGED, THE ELT IS STILL CAPABLE OF AUTOMATIC ACTIVATION; HOWEVER, THE COCKPIT REMOTE SWITCH MAY BE INCAPABLE OF RESETTING THE ELT AND OPERATION MAY NOT BE INDICATED ON THE REMOTE SWITCH LED.

  • Page 50: Remote Switch Harness Fabrication

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-001 B. Remote Switch Harness Fabrication 1) See Figure 20. Figure 20 Remote Switch Harness Arrangement 2) Fabricate a 5-wire harness long enough to reach from the ELT to the cockpit remote switch, allowing enough slack to provide a drip loop at the ELT end and a service loop at the cockpit remote switch end.
  • Page 51 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 21 Remote Switch Harness Wiring Diagram 4) Fabricate two wires of sufficient length to reach from the harness ELT receptacle to the buzzer.

  • Page 52: Elt 12-Pin Receptacle Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-002 C. ELT 12-Pin Receptacle Installation 1) Feed the harness wires on the ELT end through the mounting frame cap assembly (452-5052). See Figure 2) Feed the buzzer wires on the ELT end through the mounting frame cap.

  • Page 53: Cockpit Remote Switch 9-Pin Plug Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-003 D. Cockpit Remote Switch 9-Pin Plug Installation 1) Insert the wiring pins in the 151-5009 Molex 9-pin cockpit remote switch plug. See Figure 21 on page 51.

  • Page 54: Airframe Ground Connections

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-450-008 I. Airframe Ground Connections 1) Connect the ground wires to the airframe in accordance with the aircraft manufacturer’s written instructions or as described in AC 43.13-1, Chapter 11, § 15. See Figure 21 on page 51.

  • Page 55: Harness Elt Receptacle Sealing

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 2) Verify the ELT local switch is in the “OFF” position. 3) Insert the ELT into the mounting tray at an angle, such that the locking ears at the end opposite the direction-of-flight arrow fit into the mounting tray locking slots.

  • Page 56: Installation Documentation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-410-002 C. Installation Documentation 1) Make appropriate logbook (i.e., aircraft records) entries and submit FAA Form 337, along with any supporting data required by the FAA for approval of the installation, as applicable.
  • Page 57 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) 3) Apply a thin coating of non-petroleum based silicone grease, such as GE G-635, to the rubber seal to facilitate installation and allow the ELT and battery pack to slide together without binding on the rubber seal.

  • Page 58: New Battery Installation

    Experience has indicated this mounting angle tends to preload the G-switch and “nuisance” activation can occur as a result of severe aircraft maneuvers, and abrupt takeoffs and landings. 3) Artex does not recommend installing ELTs designed with a single-axis G-switch in helicopters due the limitations and issues cited above.

  • Page 59: Recommendations

    SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-002 B. Recommendations 1) Artex recommends installation of the C406-1HM ELT in helicopters. The C406-1HM ELT is equipped with a 5-axis G-switch module in addition to the usual primary G-switch, which is oriented to the direction of flight. See Figure 26.

  • Page 60: Appendix A - Elt Registration

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION TASK 25-62-10-990-801 1. Background Information SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. Hex ID Code 1) Each 406 MHz ELT is programmed with a unique hex ID code (i.e., registration code) that is transmitted to the SAR satellite system.

  • Page 61: Registration

    2) Specific registration web sites and information may be found at: a) The Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, which has links to on-line registration sites and also a link to registration forms and instructions for a number of countries.

  • Page 62: Illustrated Parts List

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST TASK 25-62-10-990-801 1. Introduction SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-001 A. Purpose 1) This illustrated parts list (IPL) illustrates and lists the spare parts, with attaching hardware, applicable to the C406-1 Series ELT.

  • Page 63: Manufacturer Name And Address

    A. Ordering Information 1) Approved spare parts and battery packs may be ordered from ACR Electronics, or any authorized dealer. CONTACT INFORMATION Sales, ACR Electronics, Inc / Artex Products 5757 Ravenswood Rd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-6645, USA Phone: (954) 981-3333...

  • Page 64: Nomenclature Column

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) SUBTASK 25-62-10-990-003 C. Nomenclature Column 1) This column contains descriptive nomenclature for each part, service bulletin numbers affecting the part, and obsolete part numbers.

  • Page 65: Detailed Parts List

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) TASK 25-62-10-990-804 4. Detailed Parts List Figure 28 C406-1 Series ELT Main Assembly and Installation FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 452-3052 Protective Top Cover Assembly...
  • Page 66 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 29 Electrical Components FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 345-6196-04 Switch, Cockpit Remote ATTACHING PARTS – 201-0408 Screw, PHP 4-40 x 1/4” SS –...
  • Page 67 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL C406-1 (453-5002), C406-1HM (453-5003) Figure 30 Antennas FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 110-340 Antenna, Tri-Band CI319-1 (Single Input) 110-341 Antenna, Tri-Band Blade 16-21 (Single Input) 110-338...

This manual is also suitable for:

C406-1hm453-5002453-5003

Table of Contents

Save PDF