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11 SPECIFICATION

406 MHz
Transmitter

Operating
frequency

406.040 MHz + 1 kHz

Power output

5 W typical

Modulation

Phase (16K0GID)

121.5 MHz
Homer

Operating
frequency

121.5 MHz +3.5 kHz

Power output

50 mW radiated typical

Modulation

Swept tone AM (3K20A3X)

Strobe light

Type

Four high intensity LEDs

Light output

0.75 cd minimum

Flash rate

23 flashes per minute

GPS Receiver
(Smartfind

Plus only)

Centre frequency

1.57542 GHz

Sensitivity

-175 dBW minimum

Operating life

48 hours minimum

Shelf life

6 years typical in service

Environment

Operating
temperature

-20

C to +55

(-4° F to +131° F)

Storage
temperature

-30

C to +70

(-22° F to +158° F)

Automatic release
depth

4 metres max. (13 feet)

Physical

Weight

770 grams (1.7 lb)

Height of body

21 cm (8.2 inches)

Length of antenna

18 cm (7 inches)

Approvals

Satellite system

Cospas-Sarsat T.001/T.007

Europe

IEC 61097-2
Marine Equipment Directive

USA

USCG/FCC approved
FCC ID : KLS-E5-1

Worldwide

IEC 61097-2

Meets IMO
regulations

A.662(16); A.694(17);
A.810(19); A.814(19)

This device complies with the GMDSS provisions of part 80 of the FCC rules.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Hereby Orolia Ltd declares that this EPIRB is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of the Marine Equipment Directive (MED)

–

96/98/EC. A copy of the Declaration Of Conformity can be obtained on line from;

www.mcmurdomarine.com/documents

Summary of Contents for G5

Page 1: ...SMARTFIND E5 and G5 EPIRB User Manual ...

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Page 3: ... local waste disposal regulations Refer to End of Life Statement CAUTION Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the EPIRB as some solvents can damage the case material CAUTION An EPIRB is a radio transmitter Some administrations may require that the user holds a valid radio licence to cover its ownership and use WARNING the high intensity flashing strobe light may cause discomfort if viewed for pr...

Page 4: ...he time of going to print We reserve the right to change specifications equipment installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from Orolia Ltd No liability can ...

Page 5: ...escue teams to arrive on scene as your precise coordinates are transmitted within the first few minutes Non GPS versions are pinpointed using Doppler Shift from the over flying satellites EPIRBs have a secondary or homing transmitter which allows SAR teams to direction find or home in on the EPIRB once they arrive on the scene Once activated the EPIRB will continue to transmit emergency alerts for...

Page 6: ...us visible through the clear lens dome Activation Protected by a tear off anti tamper tab Break the tab upwards push the switch switch in and move it fully left to activate the EPIRB Sea switch The two studs on the sides of the EPIRB are sea switch contacts Submerge these in water to activate the EPIRB automatically Test button Self test verifies the readiness of the EPIRB Lanyard Pull the lanyard...

Page 7: ...ides a visual means of locating the EPIRB It will start flashing immediately after the EPIRB is switched ON Its flashing will pause for a short time when each 406 MHz alert transmission is sent which is once every 50 seconds Strobe light EPIRB ON 1 flash every 3 seconds pause every 50 seconds Red LED indicator The red LED illuminates when the EPIRB is first switched ON and will start to flash slow...

Page 8: ...e and lift the EPIRB out of the mounting points The EPIRB can be quickly unclipped from the bulkhead mount for easy stowage Always transport the EPIRB in the Carrysafe collar The Carrysafe collar keeps the EPIRB protected against accidental activation even when wet Press catch and lift the Carrysafe 2 Pull the R clip out of the bracket and release the retaining strap 1 Release the antenna tip 3 Li...

Page 9: ...inks Automatic ejection is controlled by a Hydrostatic Release Unit HRU before it reaches 4 metres 13 feet depth As the EPIRB floats away it automatically activates i Never tie the EPIRB lanyard to the vessel because doing so would prevent the EPIRB from floating free Manually releasing EPIRB from the enclosure Remove the R clip from the retaining rod then pull off the enclosure cover and remove t...

Page 10: ... from the Carrysafe collar to gain access to the rear facing activation switch 1 Break off the anti tamper tab by pulling it upwards 2 Push the switch catch in and move the switch fully to the left ON position When the EPIRB is first activated the strobe light will start to flash immediately and the Red LED will light After 50 seconds has passed the Red LED will start to flash indicating that the ...

Page 11: ...will stop flashing and the red LED will go out Important After EPIRB activation and as soon as practical the EPIRB should be taken to a service agent who will fit a new switch anti tamper tab and check the battery condition If the EPIRB has been used for more than 6 hours in total a set of fresh battery packs should be fitted to ensure the full 48 hour operational life is still available This is n...

Page 12: ...verhangs i Keep the EPIRB upright hold it if necessary DO NOT i Place the EPIRB close to large structures i Lay the EPIRB on its side i Place the EPIRB under cover i Secure the EPIRB lanyard to the vessel In a liferaft i Deploy the EPIRB so that it is visible outside of the liferaft canopy Uncoil the lanyard and tie it to the liferaft then throw the EPIRB overboard so that it floats close by NO YE...

Page 13: ...into the bracket The slots in the EPIRB fit over the locating lugs in the bracket Hold the collar shut and fit the R clip to secure the EPIRB Fold over the antenna and locate the end moulding in the retaining slot BEST Align slot with lug Locate end of antenna in slot Fit R clip 1 2 3 ...

Page 14: ...t in the recess 4 Refit cover squarely engaging the guides at the top end and the rod through hole in cover 5 Locate cover onto back plate and snap the lower end down over locating lug 6 Refit R clip into groove at end of release rod Do not fit through hole CAUTION Failure to fit EPIRB correctly may impair its ability to float free in an emergency 6 4 3 2 1 Cover correctly snapped in place 5 ...

Page 15: ... can be prevented from reaching the satellite by cutting off the antenna close to its base The EPIRB should then be wrapped in metal foil or placed in a sealed metal container or steel locker Take care when dealing with the antenna refer to product safety warnings Do contact the authorities to notify them of the false alert Leave the EPIRB for 3 days or until the battery has fully run down before ...

Page 16: ... for easy removal from the bulkhead bracket Mounting procedure The bulkhead bracket is designed to mount on a flat surface using four fixing points Four stainless steel screws 25mm in length are included Check that the rear side of the mounting surface is clear and that the fixing screws will not penetrate through into any other objects Offer the bracket into the chosen position and mark through t...

Page 17: ... i Positions with insufficient space for lid ejection and maintenance i Positions within 1m 3 of any compass equipment i Mounting within 2m 6 of any Radar antenna i Direct impact from waves i Locations where damage is possible when operating other equipment i Exhaust fumes chemical and oil sources and areas of high vibration Mounting procedure Locate enclosure base against a flat surface using the...

Page 18: ...t mark off the month date of two years into the future on the body of the HRU and put the same month date onto the label on the outside of the enclosure Mark the HRU by cutting out the corresponding month and year label date The outside of the enclosure should be marked using the alpha numeric stickers provided and then covered with the clear adhesive label provided Use date format month and year ...

Page 19: ...a self adhesive instruction plate which has basic visual instructions showing how to operate the EPIRB in an emergency Mount the instruction plate next to the EPIRB so that it is easily visible in an emergency During vessel maintenance ensure the plate does not get painted over or cleaned down with strong degreasing solvents Lift off required letter a small knife blade works well Apply name letter...

Page 20: ...ry usage Accumulated Battery Use hours Number of strobe light flashes 0 to 4 3 4 to 6 2 More than 6 1 Once the self test has completed the EPIRB will switch off automatically A self test failure will result in NO strobe light flash and the red LED turning OFF Important Each self test draws small amounts of energy from the battery pack Unnecessary testing of the EPIRB will reduce the run time of th...

Page 21: ...olvents to clean the EPIRB or bracket Inspect the EPIRB and its mountings visually for deterioration or damage The EPIRB is designed to allow water to circulate around the outer edge of the dome inside the outer clear plastic edge but outside the waterproof seal Consequently a volume of water in this area is of no significance Make the following checks i lanyard is not tied to the vessel structure...

Page 22: ...rvice of the EPIRB should only be carried out by an approved service agent Keep the original packing material for re use whenever the EPIRB is sent for battery replacement or service GMDSS inspections Vessels that are subject to GMDSS regulations must have the EPIRB checked and tested by a ships radio surveyor enforcing national legislation The surveyor will check the expiry dates and test activat...

Page 23: ...y activate if allowed to get wet 3 Hold down the lever arm to take up the force of the spring 4 Push the HRU back then upwards out of the slot in the lever arm 5 When the rear clip disengages slowly release the lever arm 6 The HRU with its breakable rod can now be lifted free and replaced 7 Fit the new HRU over the new rod with its label facing outward 8 Fit the replacement washer and new E clip e...

Page 24: ...laring the EPIRB to airline staff at check in in the same way you would for a laptop PC or video camera As air cargo This product contains small lithium metal batteries and may be classed as not restricted for air cargo when handled according to requirement PI 970 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 52nd Edition Always check with the carrier concerned for any additional shipment restrictions t...

Page 25: ...Storage temperature 30 pC to 70 pC 22 F to 158 F Automatic release depth 4 metres max 13 feet Physical Weight 770 grams 1 7 lb Height of body 21 cm 8 2 inches Length of antenna 18 cm 7 inches Approvals Satellite system Cospas Sarsat T 001 T 007 Europe IEC 61097 2 Marine Equipment Directive USA USCG FCC approved FCC ID KLS E5 1 Worldwide IEC 61097 2 Meets IMO regulations A 662 16 A 694 17 A 810 19 ...

Page 26: ... PURPOSE Orolia Ltd will not be liable for indirect special incidental or consequential damages of any kind sustained from any cause In no event shall Orolia Ltd be liable for any breach of warranty or other claim in an amount exceeding the purchase price of the product This warranty does not affect any statutory rights of the consumer In order to be valid claims must be made under the above warra...

Page 27: ...Orolia Ltd strongly recommends that this EPIRB product and its battery pack be disposed of in a sensible and considerate manner For example do not simply discard the product in the domestic waste Instead take it to a civil recycling facility or contact Orolia Ltd for advice Green Passport Ship Recycling Information Orolia Ltd hereby declares potentially hazardous content in some of its electronic ...

Page 28: ...3 or 1800 406 329 Email ausbeacon amsa gov au Online registration www beacons amsa gov au Owners in Australia please note the following requirement from the Australian Standards Authority Advice to owners of EPIRBs Registration of 406MHz satellite EPIRBs with the EPIRB Registration Section of the National Authority is mandatory because of the global alerting nature of the system The information pr...

Page 29: ...line registration www cospas sarsat italy it Netherlands Point of contact Radio Communications Agency Tel 31 50 5877555 Fax 31 50 5877400 Email agentschaptelecom at ez nl www www agentschap telecom nl Online n a New Zealand Point of contact Rescue Co ordination Centre New Zealand Tel 64 4 577 8033 Fax 64 4 577 8041 Email 406registry maritimenz govt nz Online registration n a Norway Point of contac...

Page 30: ...ration address NOAA SARSAT Beacon Registration NSOF E SP3 4231 Suitland Road Suitland MD 20746 FAX 301 817 4565 Helpline 301 817 4515 or toll free 1 888 212 SAVE 7283 If the registration details for your country are not shown here please check for latest information at www mcmurdomarine com documents Sale or transfer If the EPIRB or vessel is being transferred to a new owner the current owner shou...

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Page 32: ...ia Ltd Silver Point Airport Service Road Portsmouth PO3 5PB United Kingdom Phone 44 0 23 9262 3900 Fax 44 0 23 9262 3998 Email service mcmurdo orolia com Website www mcmurdomarine com An Orolia Group Business ...

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