Ameri-King AK-451-ELT - Manual (Page 120)

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APPENDIX C
EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER RECOMMENDED
SUPPLEMENTAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE
(FAR PART 91 OPERATIONS)
FAR Part 91.207 Paragraph (d); Part 43 Appendix D (i); FAR Part 91.407
14 CFR Parts 25, and 29 [Docket No. 26180; Amendment Nos. 25-82, 29-33]
FAA ACTION NOTICE A 8150.3
FAA Part 91.207
(d) Each emergency locator transmitter required by paragraph (a) of this section must
be inspected within 12 calendar months after the last inspection for—
(1) Proper installation;
(2) Battery corrosion;
(3) Operation of the controls and crash sensor; and
(4) The presence of a sufficient signal radiated from its antenna.
INSPECTION
(d) Each emergency locator transmitter must be inspected within 12 calendar months
after the last inspection for -
INSPECTION
(1) Proper installation;
According to the ELT mfg instructions and
According to FAA supplemental inspection procedures in Notice A8310.1
According to AC91-44A
INSPECTION

Remove all interconnections to the ELT unit and ELT antenna. Visually inspect
and confirm proper seating of all connector pins. Special attention should be
given to coaxial center conductor pins which are prone to retracting into the
connector housing.

Remove the ELT from the mount and inspect the mounting hardware. All
required mounting hardware should be installed and secured.
INSPECTION
(2) Battery corrosion;
Gain access to the ELT battery and inspect. No corrosion should be detectable.
Verify the ELT battery is approved and check its expiration date.
INSPECTION
(3) Operation of the controls and crash sensor; and Activate the ELT using an applied
force. Consult the ELT manufacturer's instructions before activation. The
direction for mounting and force activation is indicated on the ELT.