ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC
DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
B406-4 (453-5004)
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2.
Model Description
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A.
B406-4
1)
The B406-4 is a type AF (Automatic Fixed) ELT, which transmits on 121.5, 243.0, and 406 MHz.
2)
The ELT is enclosed within a multi-piece mounting frame consisting of a mounting tray assembly,
protective top cover assembly and mounting frame cap assembly.
3)
When ordered as a system, an installation kit, cockpit remote switch panel, coax cables, audible buzzer,
and dual input antenna are provided.
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3.
Approvals
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A.
B406-4
1)
FAA TSO C126, Type AF
a)
The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance
standards. It is the responsibility of those installing this article either on or within a specific type or
class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within TSO standards. TSO
articles must have separate approval for installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only
if performed under 14 CFR Part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements.
2)
Transport Canada - Type Certificate Data Sheet AP-47 Issue 2
3)
Industry Canada - Certification Number 1215873110AF
4)
JTSO-2C126
5)
COSPAS-SARSAT - Certificate No. 112 or 170
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B.
Battery
CAUTION: LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY CONCERNS INCLUDE THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE, VENTING
VIOLENTLY, AND VENTING OF TOXIC GASES.
1)
The lithium battery pack used on the B406-4 ELT is certified under TSO C142.
a)
The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this battery are minimum performance
standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this battery in a specific type or class of
aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards. The
battery may be installed only if further evaluation by applicant documents an acceptable installation
and is approved by the Administrator.
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C.
RTCA DO-160D Compliance
1)
DO-160D Environmental Categories: C1-BA204XRXXXXXZAZZ204BXXX
2)
The DO-160D environmental categories breakdown is detailed in Table 1 on page 12.