Instruction Manual

PAG E 6 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N UA L 4 0 6 M H Z P L B
Deploy the beacon in an upright position with
the wire antenna vertical and well clear of
any surrounding obstructions such as trees
or rocks. If adverse weather conditions exist,
use any available props around the base of
the beacon to ensure it will not topple over.
Where on-person operation is unavoidable,
choose an elevated position that also achieves
good local clearance around the vertical
wire antenna.
Once the beacon has been
activated, leave it switched on.
A continuous signal is needed for
Rescue Authorities to determine
your location.
ACTIVATING THE MT410/410G
1. Hold firmly and release the antenna by pushing the black
arm (where marked by a yellow triangle) inwards then
upwards The antenna will quickly uncoil and extend.
2. Swing the antenna fully
upwards 180 degrees
clockwise, breaking the
safety seal. The antenna
arm will click into place.
The PLB is now ACTIVE
.
The MT410 will ‘beep’ and pulse the inbuilt strobe 20-21
times per minute.
The MT410G
will emit a rapid series of ‘beeps’ and strobe
flashes for a period of 6 seconds, indicating to the user
that it has acquired a GPS position fix and is relaying this
position along with the distress signal and the unique
personal identifier to the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system.
After 6 seconds the MT410G will continue to ‘beep’ and
pulse the strobe 20-21 times per minute.
DE-ACTIVATING THE MT410/410G
1. Using the key (attached to the lanyard) depress the
antenna latch.
2. Swing the antenna fully down 180 degrees anti-
clockwise and latch.
3. Re-wrap antenna around the
groove on unit back.
The PLB is now turned OFF
and the
audio and visual alerts will cease.
DISPOSAL
Special precautions must be taken when finally disposing
of your beacon at the end of it’s useful life. Legislation may
determine the specific requirements which apply to you.
In the first instance, contact your National Authority for
advice. The following information may also be helpful:
To permanently disable the beacon:
1. At the rear of the beacon remove the two retaining
screws located just under the safety seal. Turn the unit
over and remove a third screw from the middle of the cap.
2. Release the antenna just sufficiently to allow the cap to
be partially withdrawn, remove the yellow plastic insert
from the front centre to allow the unit to slide apart.
3. Unplug the battery leads at the base of the circuit board.
• Lithium batteries are generally not considered as hazardous
waste when fully discharged. Qualified personnel may be
able to slowly and safely discharge the cells for you.
• The MT410 and MT410G contain many recyclable parts.