User's Manual

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EPIRB Battery and the Hydrostatic Release Mechanism. Check the
presence of a firmly attached lanyard in good condition and that it
is neatly stowed and is not tied to the vessel or the mounting
bracket. If the Tron S-VDR CAPSULE is the main EPIRB on
board, these rules must be followed: Every 12th Month: Perform
extended annual test according to IMO’s MSC/Circ.1040 (Annual
testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs) as required by SOLAS
IV/15.9.This test can be carried out by one of Jotron AS authorized
representatives or any other service provider in possession of a
Tron UNIDEC, Tron DEC or any other Cospas/Sarsat EPIRB
tester/decoder.
The test ensures that the EPIRB is within its specifications and
complies with IMO and the COSPAS/SARSAT system.
Documented proof of test or Test Certificate containing test results
and EPIRB data issued by service provider must be kept onboard
for future inspections the next 12 months.
Every 2ndYear:
Hydrostatic Release Mechanism including Plastic Bolt on the Float
Free Brackets must be replaced.(Check expiry date on label).
Every 5thYear:
The EPIRB Battery must be replaced every 5th year, unless
otherwise instructed by the vessel flag state or local
authorities.(Check expiry date on label).