Section 904
Emergency Locator Transmitter
904 - 4
Page Date: 20. April 2002
Pilot´s Operating Handbook
EXTRA 300L
904.3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
A ) Automatic and manual activation
Although the ELT will be activated automatically by a
ROLAMITE
Type INTERTIA switch
after an aircraft accident or forced landing with high G-force, turn additionally the remote
switch (optional) in the rear panel or the unit master switch at the ELT unit to "ON" position.
The ELT will send a signal on the emergency frequencies of 121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz.
B ) Control of the ELT
If the aircraft receiver is operable listen on 121. 5 MHz for ELT transmission. Ensure that
whip antenna is clear of obstruction.
Aircraft accident or forced
landing
A
Manual activation
B
Warbling tone on headset 121.5 MHz
D
Removal of ELT
from A/C
Stay close to the downed aircraft to permit easier spotting by airborne searchers
C
- Broken or disabled antenna?
- Severed whip antenna cable?
- Danger of fire in aircraft?
- Temperature extreme in aircraft?
- Poor transmitting location?
- Short circuit in A/C electric?
NO
NO
YES
YES
E
Pay attention for best
transmission condition
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