EPIRB3 USER MANUAL
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5.3 Deactivation
5.3.1 Deactivation if Manually Activated
If the EPIRB3 has been inadvertently activated or the emergency situation has passed, it
can be turned off simply by pressing and holding for 1 to 2 seconds the ON/OFF
key.
It is not possible for the user to replace the red protective cover. Return the EPIRB3 to an
Ocean Signal authorised service centre for checking and replacement.
5.3.2 Deactivation if Automatically Activated
If the EPIRB3 was automatically activated by placing in water, remove from the water and
dry. The EPIRB3 will automatically switch off after approximately 30 seconds.
6.
FALSE ALERTS
False alerts are a serious problem - they cause valuable resources to be diverted away
from real emergency situations. If a false alert is initiated, by any means, it is important to
contact the nearest search and rescue authority and inform them of the false alert.
Report the following information:
1.
EPIRB3 UIN.
2.
Date, time and duration.
3.
Cause of activation.
4.
Location when the alert was activated.
5.
Location at time of deactivation.
If the EPIRB3 was activated by mistake then turn it off. The first emergency transmission
will not occur for approximately 50 seconds. If the unit is turned off within this time then
the EPIRB3 will not have sent an emergency distress alert.
The EPIRB3 is fitted with water activation contacts. Although the Manual Bracket is
designed to prevent accidental activation, if the EPIRB3 is not correctly fitted in its bracket
it is possible that this may cause a false alert situation.
If the unit has been dropped into the water then remove from the water and dry the case.
Wait approximately 30 seconds for the water contacts to de-activate. If the unit is still
flashing after this period, check that the unit has not been manually activated; if so then
follow the procedure to manually switch the EPIRB3 off.
Once the EPIRB3 is switched off, it is advisable to carry out a self test before replacing the
EPIRB3 into the Manual Bracket.
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Should the EPIRB3 fail to deactivate, rewind the antenna and completely wrap in
several layers of aluminium foil , or place in a metal container with a tightly fitting
lid.
