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6.
Appendix
6.1.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
The SR203 Radiotelephone should not need servicing during its lifetime, with the
exception of changing the primary Lithium battery before the marked expiry date.
The following procedure is recommended to be carried out on a monthly basis.
Regular cleaning, inspection and testing of the radio is advised – clean any grime or
salt residue off the unit with a weak solution of detergent in warm water. Dry the
radio thoroughly after cleaning.
Never use solvents as this may affect the
structural integrity of the plastics used.
Ensure that battery and charger
contacts are clean
Testing should be carried out every month and should include a brief test
transmission to another VHF radiotelephone. The test may be carried out using a
spare 1061 primary battery, a 1063 test battery, or using the rechargeable 1062
battery option. Do not use the 1061 lithium battery provided for emergency use as
this will reduce the capacity available for use in a distress situation.
Note: Where applicable testing should be carried out in accordance with IMO recommendations or
national guidelines.
Check the primary battery visually to ensure that the break-off tab is intact and that
there are no signs of damage on the battery case. Inspect the radio for signs of
damage.
6.2.
Transportation / Shipping
The battery packs, 1061, 1062 and 1063, used with this radio as classed as non-
hazardous under the IATA Hazardous Transport Regulations.
1061
o
The battery should be shipped as category 3090, and packing
instruction 968:section II (excepted batteries)
o
The radio with its battery should be shipped as category 3091, packing
instruction 969 section II (excepted batteries)
1062
o
The battery should be shipped as category 3480, and packing
instruction 965:section II (excepted batteries)
o
The radio with its battery should be shipped as category 3481, packing
instruction 966 section II (excepted batteries)
1063
o
There are no packing or shipping restrictions on alkaline batteries,
provided that they are adequately protected against short circuits in
accordance with Special Provision A164
For road or sea transport both the 1061 and 1062 batteries may be shipped under
Special Provision A188 of the relevant regulations.
