User Manual - Polaris Electronics A/S
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1. 5 2 5100 0 AMON L Operatio Menai e retreat dean 8 a a aiaiai auiii 9 4 3 Deactivation 10 AA 10 5 5 1 Battery Replacement 12 2 21519 51678 6 1 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 2 244 13 6 2 6550 66 220 vee 13 6 3 Specifications 13 G A Approv lS 14 6 5 Limited Warranty 14 1 1 1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy This product has been evaluated for compliance with the FCC RF exposure limits given in CFR 47 part 2 1093 at a distance of 2 5cm for Occupational Use Only 1 2 Warnings Always operate the SART with any part of the device at least 2 4in away from your body SafeSea S100 SART is designed for use in emergency only Only operate it in situations of grave and imminent danger SafeSea S100 SART incorporates a protective2. SafeSea 5100 SART complies with the requirements of Annex A 1 4 18 of European Directive 98 85 EC amended by 2009 26 EC for use onboard ships registered in the European Union The SafeSea S100 SART complies with the GMDSS provisions of part 80 of the FCC rules 6 5 Limited Warranty Your SafeSea S100 SART is warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase Ocean Signal Ltd will at its discretion repair or replace a faulty product free of charge including return carriage costs to the owner For further assistance please contact our Technical Service Department Email service oceansignal com Accidental damage and misuse or non approved modifications are not covered by this warranty This warranty does not affect your statutory rights Dealer Stamp 14
3. tab over the operating controls to avoid accidental activation and indicate that the unit has been used After any period of operation the battery should be replaced and the unit returned to your local service dealer for replacement of the protective tab Always replace the battery before the expiry date is exceeded to ensure full operating capacity in case of emergency Please ensure you follow local regulations before disposing of this item Ensure the battery is removed from the unit before disposal 2 5100 OVERVIEW Telescopic Mounting Pole Lanyard Attachment Point Test Switch Indicator LED Pole Attachment Point Interlock Switch Activation Switch Tear off tag Battery compartment in base 3 INSTALLATION The 5100 is supplied with a quick release mounting bracket This bracket should be mounted on a suitable wall or bulkhead in a position where it can easily be retrieved in an emergency Although the S100 is rugged and waterproof Ocean Signal recommends mounting the SART in a protected position whenever possible Do not mount the SART closer than 1 metre to any steering compass as this may affect the accuracy of the compass Keep the S100 away from any strong magnetic sources such as loudspeakers compass compensation magnets etc Mark the location of the four screw holes onto the mounting position Pre drill the holes if required then screw the mounting bracket to the surf
4. which may result in injury or damage to surrounding personnel or property Dispose of used batteries in a responsible manner National or local regulations on battery disposal may apply including restricting the disposal of batteries in domestic refuse For the Product Safety Data Sheet and advice on battery transportation please see the Ocean Signal web site at www oceansignal com 11 5 1 Battery Replacement The battery may be changed by the user although commercial vessels may be subject to local regulations relating to Shore Based Maintenance that prevent this Remove the SART from its mounting bracket and turn it over The battery pack is retained by a single hexhead screw Undo the screw using the 3mm Allen Hex key provided Remove the pack from the main body Insert new battery pack ensuring that the rubber seal is correctly in position and the pack is pushed home fully Tighten screw Ensure that any maintenance records onboard are updated with the new battery expiry date 12 6 APPENDIX 6 1 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The S100 SART should not need servicing during its lifetime with the exception of changing the battery before the marked expiry date Regular cleaning inspection and testing are advised clean any grime or salt residue off the unit with a weak solution of detergent in warm water Never use solvents as this may affect the structural integrity of the plastics used Rinse well with fresh water after cle
5. User Manual SafeSea S100 Search and Rescue Transponder Language The technical data information and illustrations contained this manual were believed to be correct at the time of print Ocean Signal Ltd reserve the right to change specifications and other information contained in this manual as part of our continual improvement process No part of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without the prior permission of Ocean Signal Ltd No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this manual Ocean Signal and SafeSea are registered trademarks of Ocean Signal Ltd CASE OF EMERGENCY e REMOVE THE SART FROM ITS MOUNTING OR HOUSING e ACTIVATE THE SART e TETHER THE SART TO THE LIFERAFT USING THE LANYARD TO AVOID IT BEING LOST OVERBOARD FOR MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS THE SART NEEDS TO BE MOUNTED AT LEAST 1 METRE ABOVE THE SEA e THE SART MAY BE ATTACHED TO THE ROOF OF THE LIFE RAFT USING THE TIE PROVIDED IN THE LIFERAFT ALTERNATIVELY THE SART MAY BE MOUNTED ON THE TELESCOPIC POLE SUPPLIED AND ATTACHED TO THE SIDE OF THE LIFERAFT NOTE Refer to section 4 3 for deactivation instructions 5 lt 1 1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy 5 WaININGS ei Tea taeda
6. ace using the four No6 x 5 8 screws supplied The SART simply clips onto the mounting bracket 4 OPERATION Ensure the SART is always fitted with an unused battery that is within the marked expiry date A SART is not intended as a primary distress alerting device At least one of the following should also be carried onboard your vessel to alert the authorities to your situation an EPIRB a DSC radio an Inmarsat satellite terminal Once the SART is activated it will help guide the Search and Rescue authorities to your position 4 1 Deployment For the best performance it is important that the SART is mounted as high as possible in the liferaft The S100 SART is supplied with a telescopic pole which will keep the SART at a height of 1 metre above sea level Remove the pole from the back of the SART A lanyard is stowed under the rubber pole retainer The lanyard should be unwound at this stage and tied securely to the liferaft to ensure the SART is not lost overboard Remove the cap from the top of the pole and then pull out the sections until fully extended Ensure the sections are locked tight by pulling on them Fit the smallest section of the pole into the pole attachment point in the base of the SART as shown ensuring it is pushed in tightly Raise the SART vertically and attach the pole to the liferaft Most liferafts are fitted with suitable attachments to accommodate the SART pole Alternatively the SART may be attached directly t
7. aning Inspect the unit for signs of case damage or cracks check the labels are intact and the battery is within the expiry date Make sure the telescopic pole if provided is still present and is free to extend Check for correct SART operation using the Test Mode see section 4 4 If the unit appears to fail testing check the following points before contacting a service representative Are there any vessels in the vicinity that would have an active radar system to trigger the SART Is the SART being shielded from being radar visible to other vessels 6 2 Accessories Replacement Lithium Battery for 5100 LB3S 6 3 Specifications Transmitter ree ee ed oY 9 2 9 5GHz Output Power EIRP gt 400mW Number of sweeps per interrogation 12 Supply Battery aiw ieste Shea E ened eye es Lithium Iron Disulfide LiFeS2 Operating life 96 12 hours at 20 C Test Standards 61097 2 IEC60945 Environmental IEC60945 Portable Temperature Range operating 20 C to 55 C Temperature Range storage 30 C to 65 C Waterproof esc iseng ni 10 metres Drop proof on water 20 metres Compass safe distance 1 metre 13 6 4 Approvals
8. hen the Red LED will start to flash intermittently indicating that the radar signals are being received The radar display of any vessels within radar detection range of your location will now be showing the return from the SART Depending on the distance of the vessel to the SART and the tuning of the radar the display will vary between a set of concentric rings to a line of twelve blips in a straight line on a bearing between the vessel and the SART Test Mode is the same as Activation Mode so keep the test duration to a minimum to avoid falsely alerting other vessels that you may be in distress and minimise battery drain 10 5 BATTERIES The S100 SART uses a Lithium Iron Disulfide battery pack to power the device These batteries have a five year storage life before any significant reduction in capacity Each battery is marked with an expiry date which is located at the base of the unit The battery should be replaced before the expiry date has passed to ensure reliable operation and full capacity in emergency situations Always use batteries manufactured by Ocean Signal Failure to do so will invalidate the type approval and may mean the unit does not operate correctly in a distress situation Never dispose of batteries in a fire Never puncture or attempt to dismantle the battery Never attempt to charge the battery Extreme temperature caused by failure to observe the above warnings may cause the battery to explode or catch fire
9. o the liferaft canopy 4 2 Activation SART should only be activated if there is grave and imminent danger to the vessel and its crew activate the SART remove the unit from its mounting bracket Break off the clear protective cover over the Green and Red switches Holding the Green switch to the left push the Red switch down and hold While holding the Red switch down release the Green switch to lock the Red switch in the active position During operation the Red LED next to the Test switch will flash once every 2 3 secs to indicate the SART is operational When activated by a received radar pulse the Red LED will start flashing rapidly 4 3 Deactivation If the SART has been inadvertently activated it can be turned off simply by reversing the activation process Slide the Green switch to the left the Red switch will return to the off position Release the Green switch It is not possible for the user to replace the clear protective cover Return the SART to an Ocean Signal authorised service centre for replacement 4 4 Testing It is recommended that the S100 SART is tested periodically A full test should be carried out in conjunction with an X band radar on a nearby vessel if possible A full test should always be carried out as part of the annual service with short inspections every two months Activate Test Mode by rotating the grey test switch clockwise and holding If there is radar activity in the area t
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