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EC Declaration of Conformity, available at www.jotron.
TO PERMANENTLY DISABLE EPIRB The battery module must be removed and treated according to chapter 6.1.2 paragraph 1, 2, 3 and 4, chapter 6.1.3, 6.1.4, 1.1.1 and 6.1.6 in this manual. WARNING USE ONLY THIS EPIRB DURING SITUATIONS OF GRAVE AND IMMINENT DANGER FALSE ALERTS DE-ALERTING SAR FORCES IN EVENT OF INADVERTENT ACTIVATION, OR ASSISTANCE NO LONGER REQUIRED FALSE ALARMS DIVERT RESCUE FORCES FROM REAL DISTRESS SITUATIONS. Intentional false alerts may result in penalties.
Beacon ID number (15 character UIN): Position (at time of activation): Date of Activation: Time of Activation (Time zone): Duration of Activation: Beacon make and model: Vessel Name/ID: Circumstances/cause (if known): PRIMARY U.S. POINT OF CONTACT IS THE U.S.
The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. CAUTION! This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling precautions to avoid static discharges which may damage these devices. Jotron AS reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products or modules described herein to improve reliability, function or design.
WARRANTY All goods sold by Jotron AS are warranted to be free from defect in workmanship and material for the period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of delivery (unless stated otherwise and confirmed in writings). PROVIDED: (a) Jotron AS is given full particulars in writing of any claim prior to the expiration of such a period and within fourteen days of the discovery of the alleged defect.
Abbreviations and definitions BAUD Transmission rate unit of measurement for binary coded data (bit per second). BIT Short form of Binary Digit. The smallest element of data in a binary-coded value. BITE Built in test equipment BPS Bits Per Second. CHARACTER STRING Continuous characters (other than spaces) in a message. CHECKSUM The value sent with a binary-coded message to be checked at the receiving end to verify the integrity of the message.
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) The NAVSTAR Global Positioning System, which consists of orbiting satellites, a network of ground control stations, and user positioning and navigation equipment. The system has 24 satellites plus 3 active spare satellites in six orbital planes about 20,200 kilometers above the earth. GPS Global Position System GPS SYSTEM TIME Time corrected to Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) and used as the time standard by the user segment of the GPS system.
RCC Rescue Coordination Centre. SARSAT Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking System. SBM Shore Based Maintenance – as required by SOLAS regulation IV/15.9.2 of SOLAS 1974 as amended with, in accordance with MSC/Circ.
Amendment Record AMENDMENT NO. INCORP. BY DATE PAGE(S) VERSION REASON FOR CHANGE 1 ES O5.01.07 Total 36 A New manual 2 ES 12.04.07 Total 36 B 3 ES 31.08.07 27 C Error 4 ES 31.01.08 21 and 22 D Man. operation 5 ES 10.03.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................................ 16 1.1 TRON 40S MKII ......................................................................................................... 16 1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................... 17 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 2 SIGNAL DETECTION ....................................................................
6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.1.6 HYDROSTATIC RELEASE REPLACEMENT......................................................................... 29 6.2 6.2.1 6.2.2 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB4/FBH4 BRACKET ............. 29 ..................... 30 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB5 BRACKET .......................................................................................... 30 ............................................................................................
BATTERY SAFETY DATA SHEET (Form: EEC directive 91/155) (2) SAFETY ADVICE S2 Keep out of reach of children. S8 Keep container dry. S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S43 In case of fire, use D type extinguishers. Never use water. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR KEEPING THE RADIO LOG AND THE RADIO OPERATORS OBLIGATION ACCORDING TO NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REGULATION. 1. The radio log shall be kept in accordance with requirements in the Radio Regulations, SOLAS Convention, national regulations regarding radio installations and the STCW Convention (STCW 95 including the STCW Code) including the relevant regulation regarding watch keeping on board passenger and cargo ships. 2.
TEST AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE N/T/B SIGN INSP N=NEW EPIRB INSTALLED, T=TEST, B=NEW BATTERY 82819_UM_ 40SMkII_E 15
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Tron 40S MkII is emergency equipment consisting of: • Tron 40S MkII COSPAS/SARSAT emergency EPIRB • One of the following brackets: FB4 - Automatic float free bracket. FBH4 - Automatic float free bracket v/heating. MB4 - Manual bracket. MB5 - Manual bracket. FB5 - Automatic float free bracket. The Tron 40S MkII EPIRB is developed to meet the regulations and rules for use on vessels and life rafts in the maritime service.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The COSPAS/SARSAT system was introduced in 1982 as a worldwide search and rescue system with the help of satellites covering the earth’s surface. Since the introduction of the system more than 18865 persons have been rescued by the COSPAS/ SARSAT system (2004).
1.2.2 DISTRESS LOCATION DETERMINATION See figure 7.1.b The location of the distress signal is determined by taking measurements of the doppler shift of the EPIRB frequency when the satellite first approach and then pass the EPIRB. The actual frequency is heard at the time of closest approach (TCA). Knowing the position of the satellite and using the received doppler signal information, it is possible to determine the location of the Tron 40S MkII from the satellite at the TCA.
2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 GENERAL Battery: Lithium , SAFT LSH14L, 5 years service life. Housing: Polycarbonate w/ 10% glassfibre Dimensions: Height: 379 mm Max diameter: 180 mm, Weight app:. 2.0 kg Materials: Polycarbonate. Compass safe distance: 1.5 m Temperature range: -20oC to + 55oC Operating life: Minimum 48 hours at -20oC 2.2 COSPAS/SARSAT TRANSMITTER Frequency: 406.
3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 3.1 GENERAL The Tron 40S MkII consists of upper and lower house mounted together with an equator ring with gasket and locking pin. Tron 40S MkII may be split into the following main parts: 1. EPIRB module with antenna 2. Battery module 3. Equator ring with gasket. 3.1.1 EPIRB MODULE WITH ANTENNA The EPIRB module consists of two printed circuit boards, which are mounted in the upper housing: 1. The main board with main switch. 2. Antenna board (121.
3.1.2 BATTERY MODULE The Battery module supplies the EPIRB module with 7.2 VDC power to keep the EPIRB transmitters active for 48 hours when activated, and for test sequences. The battery module consists of four SAFT LSH14L Lithium-Thionyl chloride (Li-SOCL2) batteries connected in series and is attached inside the lower house. The housing is made of polycarbonate. In the lower part of the housing there is one reed contact, which is activated by a magnet in the release mechanism.
4 INSTALLATION 4.1 BRACKETS Five different brackets are currently available for the Tron 40S MkII. MB5 and MB4 are the manual brackets. FB5, FB4 and FBH4 are the automatic brackets. The manual brackets come without the hydrostatic release mechanism and are used to store the beacon inside the wheelhouse or other protected places. The automatic brackets are mounted in a free space outside where the beacon can be released automatically. MB5 and FB5 are delivered with protective cover. 4.1.
4.1.3 MANUAL BRACKET MB5 AND MB4 When the Tron 40S MkII is mounted in the MB5 or MB4 bracket, it will operate as a manual unit. This bracket is the same as the FB5 and FB4 bracket but does not have the hydrostatic release mechanism. This bracket is typically used to store the EPIRB inside the wheelhouse or other protected areas of the ship.
5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The Tron 40S MkII is designed to be operated either manually or automatically. The EPIRB is always armed, that is the EPIRB will automatically start to transmit when the EPIRB is out of the bracket and deployed into water. In the lower part of the EPIRB there is an automatic safety switch. This switch prevents the seawater contacts from operating the EPIRB (caused by ice, sea-spray etc.) as long as the EPIRB is placed in its bracket. See chapter 6.5 Error codes. 5.
5.2 AUTOMATIC OPERATION (FB4/FBH4/FB5) See figure 7.3 1. The Tron 40S MkII will automatically release from the bracket, float to the surface and start to transmit when the EPIRB, in its bracket is deployed into water at a depth of app. 2-4 meters (6 - 13 feet). 2. 3. Alternatively the EPIRB can be manually released from the bracket and put into the water. Transmission will continue until the EPIRB is lifted out of the water, and dried off.
4. Release the switch and put the EPIRB back into the bracket. What the self-test actually does is first to wait app. 15 seconds to allow the reference oscillator inside the EPIRB to warm up. Then a short burst is transmitted by the 121,5 MHz transmitter, while the output level of the transmitter is checked. Finally, a test signal is transmitted by the 406 transmitter. During this test signal the battery voltage, output power and frequency is checked.
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 EPIRB MODULE / BATTERY MODULE The EPIRB shall be tested and approved as required by SOLAS regulation IV/15.9.2 of SOLAS 1974 as amended with, in accordance with MSC/Circ.
6. Fit a new gasket on top of the battery module and reconnect the 6-pin connector, be sure that the connector is fitted properly. A noticeable «click» should be heard when the connector is in place. 7. Please make sure that the enclosed silica-gel bag is fastened inside the emergency product, with the supplied strips into/between holes in the black cover. IMPORTANT: Cut the strips p/n 96898 after mounting of silica gel to avoid the strips to come between rubber gasket and top housing. 8.
6.1.5 LAND FILLING Leachability regulations (mg/l) Component Iron Nickel Leachability 100 100 EC limit 500 EPA 2 Other* 5 0,5 * Applicable to France 6.1.6 RECYCLING Send to authorized recycling facilities, eventually through a licensed waste carrier. 6.2 HYDROSTATIC RELEASE REPLACEMENT For details see chapter 6.2.1 and 6.2.2. 6.2.1 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB4/FBH4 BRACKET See figure 7.5 The hydrostatic unit fitted on the float free bracket [FB4/FBH4] must be replaced every 2 years.
6.2.2 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB5 BRACKET See figure 7.6 1. Release FB5 top cover by removing the locking split pin and special washer (a). 2. Press down the spring-loaded bracket plate and remove the hydrostatic unit by sliding it out of its 3. Check the expiry date of the new hydrostatic release mechanism (c). The date should be WARNING! The EPIRB can drop out of the FB5 bracket when releasing the top cover. locking slot (b). approximately two years from the date of purchase. 4.
6.4 MAINTENANCE OF EPIRB Every Month: Perform EPIRB self-test. See chapter 6.3.What the self-test actually does is to send out a short test signal on 121,5 and 406,037MHz, testing the output of the transmitter. While transmitting the test signal, the battery voltage, output power and phase lock is tested.
7 FIGURES 7.1 SIGNAL DETECTION See chapter 1.2.1 and 1.2.2 Figure 7.1.a Figure 7.1.
7.2 MANUAL OPERATION See chapter 5.1 1 3 2 Figure 7.
7.3 AUTOMATIC OPERATION See chapter 5 Figure 7.3 7.4 SELF TEST See chapter 5.3 and 6.3 Figure 7.
7.5 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB4/FBH4 BRACKET See chapter 6.2.1 Figure 7.5 7.6 REPLACING THE RELEASE MECHANISM IN FB5 BRACKET See chapter 6.2.2 Figure 7.6.
7.7 REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULE See chapter 6.1.2 Figure 7.7.
10 11 Figure 7.7.
7.8 MOUNTING OF BRACKETS Figure 7.
8 SERVICE AGENTS Please look at www.jotron.com for Marine Service Agents. Jotron Group subsidiary companies: Jotron UK Ltd. Crosland Park, Off Crowhall Road Cramlington Northumberland NE23 1LA United Kingdom Tel +44 1670 712000 Fax +44 1670 590265 E-mail: sales@jotron.co.uk Jotron Asia Pte. Ltd. Changi Logistics Center 19 Loyang Way #04-26 Singapore 508724 Tel +65 65426350 Fax +65 65429415 E-mail: sales@jotron-asia.com Jotron USA, Inc.
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