INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL
KANNAD 406 AP-H
PAGE 601
JUL 24/2013
SERVICING
1. Maintenance Schedule
A. Periodic inspection
Note: (if required by the relevant Civil Aviation Authority).
Some Civil Aviation Authorities may require the ELT is tested periodically. In
this case,Orolia S.A.S. recommends to check the following parameters:
• G-Switch activation.
• Battery voltage.
• 121.5 MHz / 243.0 MHz / 406.025 MHz transmission power.
• 121.5 MHz / 243.0 MHz / 406.025 MHz frequency.
• 121.5 MHz AM (sweep monitoring with VHF receiver).
• Number of 406 MHz transmissions (optional, programming kit required).
• Number of self-tests carried out (optional, programming kit required).
• Programmed data (optional, programming kit required).
NOTE: This functioning check can be carried out without opening the
ELT.
These tests are described in Service Letter "SL S18XX502-25-12".
B. Every 6 years
Testing of the various elements of the ELT is mandatory every 6 years together
with the battery replacement.
• Visual control of the housing and accessories
Refer to CMM 25-63-01or CMM 25-63-05.
• O-ring, battery and desiccant capsule replacement
Refer to CMM 25-63-01 or CMM 25-63-05.
• Beacon Tightness
CMM 25-63-01 or CMM 25-63-05.
• "Testing and Fault Isolation" procedure as described in CMM 25-63-01.
NOTE:
• CMM 25-63-01: level 3 CMM, reserved for Kannad Aviation service
stations only.
Battery replacement:
carried out by an accredited PART 145 or FAR 145 (or equivalent)
maintenance station.
Periodic inspection:
depending if the ELT is opened or not, PART 145 or FAR 145 (or
equivalent) may be required. Refer to local regulations
