Appendix a - specifications – ACR&Artex PathFinder3 SART User Manual
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Functional Test
Perform this test at least once a year.
Get someone to watch the radar screen, while you take the SART to the
ship’s bow or other location, at least 150m minimum from the radar antenna
to the SART. Hold the switch in its TEST position for no more than 10
seconds. Confirm a "distress" pattern is generated on the radar screen. At
close range the pattern often appears as a series of concentric circles.
Servicing
If the SART fails any of its bimonthly checks, the SART must be returned to
the supplier or an approved service agent for investigation and/or servicing.
If the battery is beyond its expiry date, the SART must be returned to a
Battery Replacement Center for a battery change. The battery is NOT user
serviceable; DO NOT attempt to change it.
If the SART has been used in an emergency or its integrity seal is broken,
then the SART must be returned for a battery change.
Battery Pack Replacement
Regulations require that the battery pack be replaced every 5 years.
NOTE: The battery pack must be replaced if the SART has been used in an
emergency or if the SART has been activated inadvertently (integrity seal
broken).
WARNING: The battery pack cannot be recharged; attempts to recharge
the battery pack could result in an explosion or fire.
Replacement of the SART battery pack must be performed by ACR or by an
authorized ACR Battery Replacement Center. The cost of this replacement is
the responsibility of the owner. See the ACR website for contact information
of Battery Replacement Centers.
Transportation
Your SART contains a lithium battery. For shipping and MSDS information,
visit the ACR website
You may also call ACR
Technical Service at +1(954) 981-3333.