mcmurdo Fastfind, Руководство по обслуживанию

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PLB service manual Issue 4 Page 5
2. ASSESSMENT
2.1. Maintenance tasks
Servicing agents are reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure that the procedures are
followed, that only McMurdo approved parts are fitted, and that good practice is observed.
False alarms caused by inadvertent activation must be avoided. We recommend that PLB
testing is only done in self-test mode to avoid false alarms.
The functions which can be performed by servicing agents are:
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Routine testing
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Reprogramming
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Message reading and verification
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Battery replacement
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Leak testing if required
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Antenna rewind
2.2. Routine testing
Every PLB should be tested monthly by its owner to ensure functionality. Wherever possible
the PLB should also be inspected for mechanical damage.
Whatever the reason for the return of a PLB to a maintenance agent, the PLB
must be
subjected to a full assessment before any other action is taken. The agent has a
responsibility to ensure the PLB is completely serviceable and is fit for its purpose.
2.3. GPS upgrade
A product improvement was implemented on the Fastfind Plus PLB. Upgraded PLBs are
easily recognized by the warning on top of the PLB. If an original Fastfind Plus is received,
every effort should be made to have the PLB upgraded – contact
customerservice@mcmurdo.co.uk for advice.
2.4. Assessment
Every PLB returned for servicing, of whatever nature, must be fully assessed to determine its
operational status.
Assessment form
The flowchart and assessment form, shown on the next pages, are essential tools in
performing diagnosis.
The assessment form (or equivalent) must accompany any warranty return to the
manufacturer, and may be used to support customer billing. The first section of the form
records the customer, the PLB and the reason for return (as 'Customer comments'). It is
essential to record the identity details from the PLB rear label, as these will be necessary for
comparison with the transmitted data. The expiry date must be noted; if less than 6 months
life remains, a battery change should be recommended to the customer. Procedures for the
rest of the form are detailed in section 3.
Warning notice on
upgraded Fastfind Plus