User Manual for the Type 8370
WSM 6+ Transponder
UM-8370
Issue A Rev 1
2
Section 2 – Safety
2.1 Introduction
Before any activity is carried out on the equipment, it is recommended that the included
Sonardyne
Safety Manual
and all warnings and cautions in this manual are read and fully understood.
It is recommended the operator complies with the Health and Safety Regulations applicable to the
vessel and the region before operating this equipment.
Operators and service personnel must be familiar with the normal operating and safety procedures
for subsea equipment.
Documentation must be consulted whenever a
or
warning symbol is found on the
equipment, in order to determine the nature of the potential hazard and any actions which must be
taken.
If any additional equipment is used, any warnings and cautions in the equipment user manual must
be read and fully understood.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by
the equipment may be impaired.
The safety of any system incorporating this equipment is the responsibility of the assembler of the
system.
2.2 Safety Procedures
Before carrying out any procedure on the equipment, make sure that all of the following warnings
and cautions are read and fully understood.
2.2.1 Warnings
Personal protection. Appropriate protective equipment such as protective footwear, hard hat
and gloves must be worn when handling or carrying out any procedures involving Sonardyne and
other equipment.
Heavy equipment. Many Sonardyne products and equipment types, such as transponders,
transceivers, cable drums etc. require Manual Handling Equipment (MHE) for lifting due to their heavy
weight. If MHE is not available, it is the responsibility of the operator to perform a manual handling
risk assessment prior to carrying out manual lifting/handling. Refer to the individual equipment
documentation for weight specifications.
Dismanting. This transponder must only be accessed internally and dismantled by qualified
Sonardyne personnel.
Faulty battery pack. If a fault is suspected with the battery pack it must be investigated by
qualified Sonardyne personnel and should not be deployed.
Risk of toxic gases and Corrosive Liquids. Do not stand in direct line with the end of the
transponder when operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve. Sudden release of high pressure gases
could cause injury to personnel. Wear Personal Protective Equipment such as goggles when
operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve.
Risk of toxic gases. Make sure the work environment is well ventilated. Toxic gases may be
released when operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve.
