Recommendations And Safety Notices - mcmurdo Simrad EG50 Manual

Emergency position indicating radio beacons
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1 RECOMMENDATIONS AND SAFETY
NOTICES
This EPIRB is an emergency device for use only in grave and imminent
danger.
WARNING
False alerts endanger lives. Help to prevent them;
understand how to activate and de-activate your
equipment. Intentional false alerts may involve
penalties.
Read the complete manual before installing, testing or using the
EPIRB.
Ensure you test the EPIRB monthly – see section 10.1
Ensure the EPIRB is registered with your local authorities (Flag State
nation) – see section 2 .
The EPIRB contains no user serviceable parts. Do not open. Return to
your dealer for battery replacement or other service.
This device contains Lithium batteries; do not incinerate, puncture,
deform or short-circuit. Take care if you need to dispose of these
batteries or the complete EPIRB – refer to section 10.3
This device emits radio frequency radiation when activated. This
radiation is not classed as harmful; however, it is advisable not to
handle the antenna while the unit is activated.
It is advisable not to stare directly at the strobe LEDs.
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