ACR&Artex Float-Free 406 Memory Capsule - Manual (Page 17)

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5.3 Manual Deployment and Activation
The memory capsule can be manually activated by lifting the thumb switch to a vertical position, sliding it towards the
antenna and pushing back down to the opposite side of the memory capsule. Activating the memory capsule in this
manner breaks off the “Activation Indicator Plastic Pin” and allows the switch to properly seat, show the “I” symbol
(ON).
5.4 Deactivation
The memory capsule can be deactivated by:
If manually activated:
1) Returning the thumb switch to the “OFF” position.
If automatically activated:
1) Removing the memory capsule from the water. The memory capsule normally takes up to 12 seconds to
deactivate, or
2) Placing the memory capsule back into the release bracket.
If the memory capsule continues to operate after it has been deactivated, remove the four screws holding the unit
together and unplug the battery to disable the unit. Return it to a service center for repair.
5.5 Full Functional Self Test
Please read all instructions before performing any of the tests. Be prepared to record data from the test.
Self-test is initiated by momentarily lifting the thumb switch to a vertical position and holding it in this position for at
least two seconds and at most 4 seconds. A beep and the simultaneous lighting of the red LED indicate the initiation of
the test. The buzzer will beep an additional four times as the red LED lights simultaneously. The green LED will then
light, followed by a flash of the strobe, indicating a successful test. During self-test, an actual satellite message is
transmitted while certain key performance parameters are measured and recorded. The self-test message is modified
to prevent the satellite from forwarding an alert message during self-test.
Memory Capsule Instruction Label
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