SkyHunter406 4000-10 AP User Manual
Page 12
12
SECTION 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.0
GENERAL. Your POINTER SENTRY ELT has been engineered to provide the most reliable operation possible.
Every contingency has been considered in the design and construction of the ELT system. The following section
will acquaint you with the simple operational procedures of the POINTER SENTRY ELT. It is recommended that
you familiarize yourself thoroughly with these procedures and have them firmly in mind to add to your flying
confidence.
5.1
It is recommended that the following steps be taken to insure the best possible operation in an emergency:
(a)
Become thoroughly familiar with the POINTER SENTRY ELT instructions.
(b)
Keep them on hand in the aircraft at all times.
(c)
Visually inspect the unit at regular intervals for cleanliness and secureness. Check External antenna
mounting and cable connections for tightness.
5.1-1
OPERATING MODES OF POINTER SENTRY ELT INSTALLED IN AIRCRAFT.
The following table gives the switch positions and functions for various situations.
5.1-2 After a forced landing, if aircraft receiver is operable, listen on 121.5 MHz for POINTER ELT transmissions.
Ensure that external antenna is clear of obstructions.
5.1-3 The range of POINTER ELT varies according to weather and topography. In general, the swept tone signal
can be heard up to 30 miles by a search aircraft at 10,000 Ft. Stay close to the downed aircraft to permit
easier spotting by airborne searchers.
CAUTION: DO NOT TURN POINTER ELT OFF - EVEN AT NIGHT as search aircraft may be enroute around the
clock. Even when you have been sighted or think you have, the spotting aircraft may not be able to relay an
accurate or timely "fix" on your position without a continued signal.