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Smartfind M5 Class A / Inland AIS
Installation and Maintenance Manual
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General Information
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Disclaimer
The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our
knowledge correct at the 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 be
accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication, although every care has
been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
This manual is applicable for McMurdo Smartfind M5 manufactured after June 2014.
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Safety Warning
It is important to know that AIS is designed for the purpose of anti-collision and
serves as a complement to navigation. It is not the absolute navigational
equipment and does not replace any navigational system installed on board.
Any AIS device cannot guarantee monitoring and receiving signals from all
vessels in the surroundings unless those vessels are equipped with AIS devices.
The coastline map in this transponder is neither verified nor approved by
Hydrographic Authorities. It is not an Electronic Chart System and therefore
should not be used for navigation. The information provided by the coastline map
is for reference only and should be used together with other navigation sources
and devices.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Improper disassembly or modification could cause electrical shocks, fire, or
personal injury. Contains no user-serviceable parts.
RADIO FREQUECY RADIATION HAZARD
The AIS transponder emits low levels of radio frequency radiation when
transmitting; to avoid health hazards from excessive exposure to RF energy, all
persons must be at least 3 metres separation radius/horizontally or 1m vertically
away from the antenna.
CORRECT POWER SOURCE
An incorrect power source will damage the equipment and may even result in a
fire. Ensure that the correct power source is provided at all times.
AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN OR SPLASHING WATER
Electrical shock or fire could be resulted if water leaks into the equipment.
AVOID USING CHEMICAL SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE CASE
As some
solvents can damage the case material.
RADIO LICENCE
The AIS transponder is a maritime radio transmitter. Some administrations may
require that the user holds a valid radio licence to cover its ownership and use.