ACR Electronics SATELLITE 406, Product Support Manual

3.4

MANUAL ACTIVATION WITHOUT DEPLOYMENT

3.4.1

The 

Satellite 406

TM

can be activated while still in its bracket by

removing the blocking key. Activation by this method overrides

all sensors and turns the beacon “ON”.
The caution note above still applies.

3.5

DEACTIVATION

3.5.1

The 

Satellite 406

TM

 can be deactivated by:

If manually activated:
1) Sliding the switch to the ready position and reinserting the

blocking key,

If automatically activated
1) Removing the beacon from the water. The beacon normally

takes up to 20 seconds to deactivate.

2) Placing the beacon back into the release bracket,

3.5.2

If the beacon continues to operate after it has been deactivated,

remove the four screws holding the unit together and unplug the

battery to disable the unit.
Return it to a service center for repair.

3.6

TEST

3.6.1

The 

Satellite 406

TM

 can be tested in or out of the release bracket.

A Self Test is initiated by sliding the switch to the TEST position

and releasing it after the beacon beeps. The red light will flash

then there is a 5 second pause before the testing begins. The

sequence of tests is:
1.  Check Data Integrity ................ Beep if passed

.............................................. Stop if failed

2.  Check 406 MHz Synthesizer ...... Beep if passed

.............................................. Stop if failed

3.  Check RF Power/Battery .......... Beep if passed

.............................................. Stop if failed

4.  Turn on red light to indicate Successful Test.
5.  Flash Strobe Light to test Strobe.

A successful test result is indicated by three beeps, the red light

flashes then the strobe light flashes.

NOTE: The homing beacon at 121.5 MHz is inhibited during self

test.

3.6.2

It is strongly  recommended to test the Satellite 406

TM 

on a

quarterly basis.

4.0

MAINTENANCE

 (Check antenna for tightness)

4.1

At least every ninety days, the float free mounting bracket and

Satellite 406

TM

 EPIRB should be inspected for deterioration and/

or buildup that may affect the function of the beacon or automatic

release.
Also carefully inspect the EPIRB case for any visible cracks.

Cracks may admit moisture which could falsely activate the beacon

or otherwise cause a malfunction.  Any cracking observed should

be immediately referred to ACR for evaluation, (1-800-432-0227

Ext. 112)

4.2

Clean the beacon and the mounting bracket to remove residue

buildups. It is recommended that the mounting bracket be waxed

with a high quality marine wax.

4.3

The hydrostatic release must be replaced by the date indicated on

the float free mounting bracket. The hydrostatic release can be

replaced by removing the Beacon from the bracket, unscrewing

four (4) screws to remove top piece of bracket. Then unscrew the

release rod and remove hydrostatic release out of the mounting

bracket. Insert the new hydrostatic release and secure it with a

new release rod. Replace the top piece and beacon into the

mounting bracket.

4.4

The battery must be replaced by the date indicated on the beacon.

At each inspection, check the time remaining until replacement

is required.
NOTE: There are no user serviceable items inside the EPIRB.

DO NOT OPEN THE EPIRB UNLESS TO DISABLE IN CASE

OF FAULTY ACTIVATION. Refer all long life battery replace-

ment and other internal EPIRB service to a factory authorized

service center.
For the nearest location of a factory authorized service center,

call 1-800-432-0227 Ext. 112 (toll free).

4.5

The Satellite 406

TM 

contains lithium batteries and as such are

considered hazardous goods for shipping purposes. Special pack-

aging and labeling are required by the Department of Transpor-

tation. Every effort should be made to obtain and save the original

DOT approved shipping carton. Should you need to obtain a DOT

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