B. preparation, D. mounting tray and hardware inspection – item 2, E. battery pack inspection – item 3 – ACR&Artex ME406 Portable ELT User Manual

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25-62-31

Page 35 of 85

JUN 25/13

ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC

DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

ME406P (453-6611)

SUBTASK 25-62-31-000-001

B. Preparation

(1)

Remove the ELT in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-31-010-001 on page 46.

(2)

Remove the battery pack in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-31-050-001 on page 47.

SUBTASK 25-62-31-220-001

C. Coax Cable, Wiring Connections, and Miscellaneous Inspection – Item 1

(1)

Check remote switch harness connector for corrosion bent or broken pins and other damage.

(2)

Check antenna coax cable connectors for corrosion, bent or broken center conductor, and

other damage.

NOTE: Pay special attention to the center conductor, which is prone to retracting into the

connector housing.

(3)

Check condition of portable antenna and associated BNC connector.

(4)

Check condition of tether assembly.

SUBTASK 25-62-31-220-002

D. Mounting Tray and Hardware Inspection – Item 2

(1)

Inspect mounting tray for cleanliness, cracks, and other damage.

(2)

Check mounting tray hardware for corrosion and security.

(3)

Inspect Velcro strap in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-31-410-001 on page 68 and replace

if worn.

(4)

Velcro strap must be replaced under any circumstances requiring a battery replacement.

These circumstances are detailed in SUBTASK 25-62-31-220-003.

SUBTASK 25-62-31-220-003

E.

Battery Pack Inspection – Item 3

CAUTION:

THE BATTERY PACK CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD)

COMPONENTS AND, AS SUCH, IT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. IF POSSIBLE, WEAR

A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES. TAKE PARTICULAR CARE TO AVOID

TOUCHING THE EXPOSED CIRCUIT BOARD AND CONNECTOR PINS ON THE BOARD.

CAUTION:

DO NOT USE CONTACT CLEANER ON ELT COMPONENTS. SUCH CHEMICAL AGENTS

CAN BE HIGHLY DESTRUCTIVE TO THE MOUNTING HARDWARE AND ELT HOUSING,

CAUSING CRACKING, FRACTURING AND OTHER DAMAGE.

(1)

Check battery cells, components, and connectors for corrosion and other damage.

(2)

Check wiring for breaks, damaged insulation, and improper or damaged connections.

(3)

Check housing for cracks and other visual damage.

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