ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC
DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604)
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Mar 19/15
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INTRODUCTION
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1.
Manual Usage
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A.
General
1)
This manual describes the operation, installation, and maintenance of the Model ME406 Series
emergency locator transmitter (ELT). This 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 www.acrartex.com 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 65.
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 switches, 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.
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B.
Application
1)
This manual constitutes supporting data/documentation for the ME406 Series 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 ME406 Series 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 ME406 Series 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)
ME406 Series 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 and antennas) addressed in this manual are the accessories most
commonly associated with the ME406 Series ELT. Other options, such as a different remote switch
configuration or a navigation interface, should be installed and maintained in accordance with the
written instructions specific to the accessory.
NOTE:
Contact ACR Electronics, Inc., for optional accessories approved for use with a ME406
Series ELT.
6)
To ensure proper operation, only parts listed in the Illustrated Parts List of this manual or those
recommended by ACR Electronics, Inc., may be used as replacement parts for the ME406 Series ELT.
