INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL
KANNAD 406 AP
PAGE: 205
JUL 24/2013
The G-Switch axis shall be directed to sense the primary crash pulse along the
longitudinal axis of the aircraft. Reference to the G-Switch is given by the arrow
"Sens du Déplacement / Flight direction".
Figure 203:KANNAD 406 AP, fixed wings or helicopter installation
(1)Fixed wings
The G-Switch sensor axis shall be pointed to sense the primary crash pulse
along the longitudinal axis of the aircraft (with maximum tolerance of 15°).
Consequently, the KANNAD 406-AP shall be mounted with the arrow of the
"Direction of Flight" label pointed towards the front of the aircraft.
(2) Helicopters
The KANNAD 406 AP can be installed in its standard version on helicopter. The
ELT unit should be mounted:
• with the front face connectors pointing downwards at a 45° angle to the
yaw axis (with maximum tolerance of 15°);
• and with "Direction of Flight" arrow towards the front of the helicopter.
NOTE: Should the KANNAD 406 AP be installed on board helicopter, it
will be necessary to make a special mounting base to install the ELT.
