PERKO 1174 - Manual (Page 2)

NAVIGATION LIGHT CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
This navigation light has been tested and classified by UNDERWRITERS’
LABORATORIES, INC. (U.L.) in accordance with the ‘72 COLREGS and the
U.S. INLAND NAVIGATION RULES ACT OF 1980. When properly installed,
and fitted with the correct lamp, this light is approved by the U.S. Coast
Guard for use aboard U.S. Coast Guard inspected vessels. This certification
is also accepted by other inspecting authorities. An identification plate
attached to the light provides lamp replacement and official certification
information.
Upon installation, record information below from the identification plate,
as applicable to the class of vessel on which the light is to be fitted.
Type of Light ___________________________________________________
(Masthead, Stern, All-Round Etc.)
Cat. No. ________________________________________________________
(1172-GE0-PLB, 1173-E00-PLB, Etc.)
D.O.M. No. _____________________________________________________
(Die Stamped)
Vessel Length ___________________________________________________
Replacement Lamp ______________________________________________
(Cat No. of lamp)
Date of Installation ______________________________________________
Vessel Identification _____________________________________________
12/08
PERKO, INC.
16490 N.W. 13thAvenue
Miami, FL 33169-5707
www.perko.com
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for
Cat. Nos. 1169 - 1174 “E” Series
SINGE LENS NAVIGATION LIGHTS
The above lights are designed for use on vessels over 20 meters (65.6 ft.) in length, operating
on a 120 volt electrical system. In order to comply with the ‘72 COLREGS and the U.S. Inland
Rules, the following must be adhered to:
MOUNTING INFORMATION
Read all instructions before proceeding.
(1). These instructions describe the installation of the lights after the proper mounting location has
been determined. For proper light selection, positioning and configuration, refer to the ‘72 COL-
REGS*, U.S. Inland Navigation Rules* and/or other governing requirements applicable to the
type and class of vessel.
(2). These lights are designed to be mounted on a horizontal surface.
(3) All electrical supply connections must be accomplished in accordance with applicable marine
electrical standards and regulations and by a qualified marine electrician.
(4). Proper lamp must be selected in accordance with the identification plate mounted on the light.
(5) Record information from the identification plate onto the “Navigation Light Certificate of
Compliance” and store with the vessel’s documents.
(6) Mounting bolt pattern has not changed from previous styles.
(7). Align light by making sure that a reference line drawn through the fore-aft marks on the light is
parallel to the fore-aft centerline of the vessel.
(8). Using the base as a template, mark the mounting surface and drill for 3/8 inch bolts.
(9) After bolting in place, re-check alignment.
*The above referenced regulations can be obtained from:
U.S. Coast Guard
Washington, D.C. 20593
(or your local C.G. office)
PERKO, INC.
16490 N.W. 13th Avenue
Miami, FL 331 69-5707
www.perko.com
12/08
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