Pipistrel Virus SW 121, Pilot Operating Handbook

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SECTION 7
AIRPLANE DESCRIPTION
APPROVED
tion for normal operations. A remote switch and indicator panel is installed
on top-right side of the instrument panel. The transmitter unit is mounted
longitudinally in the airplane in order to detect deceleration greater than
3.5 ft/sec
2
. If rapid deceleration is detected, the transmitter will repeatedly
transmit VHF band audio sweeps at 121.5 MHz, 243.0 MHz and 406 MHz.
The transmitter and portable antenna are accessible by folding the right seat.
The ELT can be removed from the airplane and used as a personal locating
device if it is necessary to leave the airplane after an accident. The battery,
which powers the ELT, must be replaced at specified intervals based upon
the date appearing on the battery (refer to Airplane Maintenance Manual).
The ELT remote switch and indicator panel, installed on top-right side of the
instrument panel, provides test and monitoring functions for the ELT. The
panel contains a button labeled ON, a button labeled RESET, and a red LED
(light). The red light flashes when the ELT is transmitting. The ON button is
used to test the unit in accordance with the maintenance manual proce-
dures. The RESET button can be used to cancel an inadvertent transmission
In the event of an accident:
1
Verify ELT operation by noting that the ELT indicator light on the
remote panel is flashing.
2
If possible, access the unit as described below and set the ELT main
transmitter control switch ON.
Portable use of ELT:
1 Fold right seat to gain access to the unit
2 Disconnect fixed antenna lead from front of unit
3 Disconnect lead from remote switch and indicator unit.
4
Loosen attach straps and remove transmitter unit and portable
antenna.
5 Attach portable antenna to antenna jack on front of unit.
6 Set main control switch to ON.
7 Hold antenna upright as much as possible.