GME MT406GAUS - Manual (Page 8)

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PAGE 8 instruction mAnuAl 406G EPirB
2. Grasp the EPirB with the other hand and pull it outwards and
downwards .
3. the antenna will release automatically and spring to the upright
position .
to re-fit the EpIrB
1. insert the EPirB, antenna first, upwards into the bracket .
2. Press the tip of the antenna against the bottom of the three ridges
in the antenna slot and slide the EPirB upwards into the frame of
the bracket so that the antenna folds over .
3. Press downwards on the ‘RELEASE’ lever and push the EPirB base
firmly into the bracket until the lever clicks upwards .
Manual activation
1. remove the beacon from the bracket .
2. lift the switch cover (marked ‘LIFT’) .
3. slide the ‘ON’ slider switch fully
forward in the direction of the arrows .
the unit will initially self test, then
after two seconds the flashing strobe
and beeps will indicate the beacon is
operating .
4. close the cover to secure the switch .
Deploying the EpIrB
unwind the cord and secure the EPirB to prevent loss .
When activated, the mt406G will transmit
the strongest signal to the satellites when:
• it is floating in water .
• it is well clear of surrounding and
overhanging objects .
• the antenna is vertical .
in extreme sea conditions, you should not
float the EPirB free of the vessel or the life
raft if there is the possibility of loss or damage to the EPirB .
By observing the following guidelines satisfactory operation should
still be achieved when operating the EPirB out of water .
• the EPirB signal will not pass through metal but will pass
through fiberglass, wood or fabric with some loss when wet .
• the bracket of the EPirB can be attached to metal fittings,
but the antenna must be vertical
and clear of the metal.
NotE: The GPS signals are severely
weakened by water so the MT406G
should be operated with a clear view of
the sky whenever possible.