GME MT600GAUS - Manual (Page 12)

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MT600 MODEL GENERAL SELF TEST
You may test the EPIRB using the following procedure
1. Remove the EPIRB from the bracket. (Refer to page 7).
2. Keep the antenna well clear of metallic objects during testing.
3. Lift the yellow cover marked ‘LIFT’.
4. Hold the EPIRB in position so the two test indicator LEDs are clearly visible.
5. Briefly press and release the yellow TEST button (do not hold the test button longer
than 2 seconds). The EPIRB will beep once and simultaneously the strobe will flash
once indicating that the self test has commenced.
6. The EPIRB will then perform a series of 3 tests and the results of each test will be
identified with a green or red LED accompanied by a high or low beep.
A short green LED and a high beep indicates a ‘passed’ test.
A short red LED and a low beep indicates a ‘failed’ test.
7. Following the 3 tests, a test summary will be displayed.
A long green LED indicates the EPIRB has completed and passed all the tests.
A long red LED indicates the unit has failed one or more of the tests.
If the EPIRB repeatedly fails the testing process you should contact the
GME service department for advice.
8. Once testing is completed, close the switch cover and press firmly into place until
it clicks.
9. Return the EPIRB into the bracket.
MT600G MODEL GENERAL SELF TEST
You may test the EPIRB using the following procedure
1. Remove the EPIRB from the bracket. (Refer to page 7).
2. Keep the antenna well clear of metallic objects during testing.
3. Lift the yellow cover marked ‘LIFT’.
4. Hold the EPIRB in position so the two test indicator LEDs are clearly visible.
5. Briefly press and release the yellow TEST button (do not hold the test button longer
than 2 seconds). The EPIRB will beep once and simultaneously the strobe will flash
once indicating that the self test has commenced.
6. A series of green LED flashes (no beeps) at one second intervals indicates the self
test is in progress.
7. The EPIRB will then display the results of each of the 4 tests performed with a green
or red LED accompanied by a high or low beep.
A short green LED and a high beep indicates a ‘passed’ test.
A short red LED and a low beep indicates a ‘failed’ test.
8. Following the 4 tests, a test summary will be displayed.
A long green LED indicates the EPIRB has completed and passed all the tests.
A long red LED indicates the unit has failed one or more of the tests.