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KANNAD 406 AS INTRODUCTION The instructions in this manual provide the information necessary for the installation and the operation of the KANNAD 406 AS ELT. Servicing instructions are normally performed by shop personnel. For servicing and maintenance instructions, refer to CMM 25-63-01.
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INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AS Figure 3: KANNAD 406 AS Presentation with Mounting Bracket AS-PLUS NOTE: Mounting Bracket AS-PLUS cannot store a programming dongle. The Hook and Loop Fastener Strap used to retain the ELT is made of BMS8-285 Type IV Class2 material (BMS - BOEING MATERIAL SPECIFICATION), In addition it is fitted with snaps to secure the fixing method.
The housing is designed to be easily taken in one hand. A tether is supplied to tie the ELT to a liferaft. KANNAD 406 AS is fitted with a floating collar to enable the ELT to float upright if used in water. This floating collar can be removed if the ELT is attached to a life-raft or any buoyant part.
SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1. Transmitter The KANNAD 406 AS is designed to transmit on three frequencies (121.5, 243 and 406 MHz).The two basic aeronautical emergency frequencies (121.5 and 243 MHz) are mainly used for homing in the final stages of the rescue operations.
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Any change of ownership shall also be declared and registered with the local registration authority and with the distributor. The KANNAD 406 AS is fully compatible with the four programming protocols defined by the COSPAS-SARSAT C/S G005 document: • Serialised Number.
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INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AS A. Pin programming option The KANNAD 406 AS offers pin-programming capabilities to facilitate maintenance operations especially in the case of removals and/or replacement. A special DIN 12 connector with a Serial Memory Module (called “Programming Dongle”) is connected to the ELT when installed on board (optional).
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The ELT shall not be installed less than 60 cm (2 ft) from a magnetic field sensor. The KANNAD 406 AS can be either packed in a carry off bag or installed on a mounting bracket. A. Installation with Carry-Off Bag The KANNAD 406 AS is packed in a carry off bag with 3 handles for easy handling.
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Repair and battery replacement can only be carried out by PART 145 / FAR 145 avionics workshops (or equivalent agreement according to local regulations). Additional approval from Orolia is required. Refer to Service Letter SL S18XX50X-25-02 Maintenance Policy for KANNAD ELTs. 2. Faults on Self-test A.
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Some Civil Aviation Authorities may require the ELT be tested periodically. In this case, refer to Service Letter SL S18XX502-25-12 “Guidelines for periodic inspection” available on the Support section of Orolia website. B. Battery replacement Testing of the various elements of the ELT is mandatory when the battery is replaced: •...
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Service Center. For more information, refer to Kannad ELT Maintenance Policy available on Orolia website. Orolia S.A.S. refuses all responsibility and invalidates all warranty should unapproved maintenance be carried out. List of KANNAD Battery Replacement Center is available on our Website: https://www.orolia.com/support/...
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