Kannad Marine SafeLink EPIRB, User Manual

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3. REGISTRATION
This EPIRB must be registered with the appropriate national authority.
Refer to Section 10. MANDATORY REGISTRATION page 12.
The function of the EPIRB is to send an alert to the COSPAS-SARSAT satellites. How soon an alert
is received depends on the positions of the satellites at the time, and can be influenced by overhead
obstructions aboard the vessel. Rescue time following an alert depends on the overall performance
of the Search and Rescue organisations.
4. DESCRIPTION
SafeLink beacons are Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB) Float Free version
category 1 (SafeLink Auto) or non Float Free version category 2 (SafeLink ). Both versions
are fitted with a built-in GPS.
4.1. Container and mounting bracket description
The beacon is supplied either in an automatic container (A) for the Float Free version category 1,
or with a wall mounting bracket for the Non Float Free version category.
The container (A) is designed to protect the beacon and to ensure its automatic release in the
event of a ship wreck thanks to the HAMMAR H20 release system (1A). This container is also
fitted with a locking pin (2A). It is mounted either in horizontal position on the wheel house or deck
of the vessel, or in vertical position against a bulkhead or any vertical and flat surface (§ 8.2.1.
Installation of container).
When installed in its container, a magnet avoids beacon activation (water, moisture).
The wall mounting bracket (B) is designed to be mounted vertically against a bulkhead or any
vertical flat surface. The mounting bracket is fitted with a locking pin (1B). When installed in its
mounting bracket, a magnet avoids beacon activation (water, moisture).