ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC
DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
B406-4 (453-5004)
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25-62-03
INTRODUCTION
TASK 25-62-03-990-801
1.
Manual Usage
SUBTASK 25-62-03-990-001
A.
General
1)
This manual describes the operation, installation, and maintenance of the Model B406-4 emergency
locator transmitter (ELT). The information is provided to ensure initial and continued airworthiness.
Information presented in this manual is accurate at time of printing, but is subject to change. Refer to
the Artex products web site at
for the latest information and any updates to this
manual.
2)
Information on COSPAS-SARSAT emergency locator beacon registration requirements and procedures is
provided in Appendix A
ELT Registration on page 62.
3)
Web links provided in this manual were accurate at time of printing but may be subject to change.
4)
ACR Electronics reserves the right to add approved components to the ELT system; including, but not
limited to antennas, remote switch panels, and coaxial cables.
5)
Regulatory references contained herein are generally confined to United States and Canadian
requirements and, in any case, should not be considered all encompassing. Consult your national
aviation authority for applicable requirements.
SUBTASK 25-62-03-990-002
B.
Application
1)
This manual constitutes supporting data/documentation for the B406-4 ELT, including:
a)
Description and Operation
b)
Test and Fault Isolation (includes inspection criteria)
c)
Removal
d)
Installation
e)
Registration
f)
Illustrated Parts List
2)
In the United States, the B406-4 ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the
requirements herein and 14 CFR, FAR Parts 43, and 91; and other airworthiness requirements, as
applicable.
3)
In Canada, the B406-4 ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the requirements
herein and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR), Part V, Paragraph 551.104 and other CAR
airworthiness requirements, as applicable.
4)
B406-4 ELT installation and maintenance in all other countries must comply with the requirements
herein and applicable national airworthiness requirements.
5)
The accessories (i.e., remote switch panel and antennas) addressed in this manual are the accessories
most commonly associated with the B406-4 ELT. Other options, such as a different remote switch panel
configuration or an ELT/NAV Interface -B, should be installed and maintained in accordance with the
written instructions specific to the accessory.
NOTE:
Contact ACR Electronics for optional accessories approved for use with the B406-4 ELT.
6)
To ensure proper operation, only parts listed in the Illustrated Parts List of this manual or those
recommended by ACR Electronics may be used as replacement parts for the B406-4 ELT.
