Section 926
ARTEX ME-406 ELT
926 - 4
Page Date: 31. March 2009
Pilot´s Operating Handbook
EXTRA 300L
926.3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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In case of a forced landing turn the remote switch in the rear panel to the "ON" position prior
to touch down.
Although the ELT will be activated automatically after an aircraft accident or forced landing with high
G-force,
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turn additionally the remote switch in the rear panel to the "ON" position.
After sighting rescue aircraft:
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Switch the remote switch to the "ARM" position to prevent radio interference.
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Attempt contact with rescue aircraft with the radio transceiver set to a frequency of 121.5
MHz. If no contact is established, switch the remote switch to the "ON" position
immediately.
If the function of the remote switch is in doubt proceed as follows:
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Remove quick pins from the backrest adjustment and swivel the backrest forward to get
access to the ELT unit.
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Use the unit master switch at the ELT unit analogously.
FUNCTION CHECK OF THE ELT
If the aircraft receiver is operable listen on 121.5 MHz for ELT transmission. Ensure that the antenna
is clear of obstruction.
926.4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Not affected.
926.5
PERFORMANCE
Not affected.
926.6
WEIGHT & CENTER OF GRAVITY
Refer to the equipment list in Section 6 of this Handbook.
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