Smartfind S5 AIS SART User Manual
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1. A S5 AIS SART retail pack Type IMO AIS SART Non float free Operation Manual activation switch Protected by anti tamper cover Self test Checks transmitter battery GPS and indicators AIS1 161 975 MHz AIS Transmitter Operating frequency AIS2 162 025 MHz Power output 1 W EIRP AIS message type 1 14 Modulation GMSK Antenna Integrated vertical element Battery Type Lithium metal Operating life 96 hours minimum Storage 6 years Service Replaceable GNSS GPS 20 channel Environment Operating temperature 20 Cto 55 C Storage temperature 30 Cto 70 C Waterproof Immersion to 10m Buoyancy Floats Exterior Finish Highly visible orange Compass safe distance 0 2m Physical Weight main unit 160 grams Weight including pole 450 grams Size main unit pole folded H330 x W85 mm Overall length including pole 155 cm fully extended Lanyard 10 m 50Kg breaking strain Mounting Stowage case packed 940g H390 x D80 x W150 mm Bulkhead bracket 2309 Standards applied AIS SART IEC 61097 14 IEC 60945 Radio ITU RM 1371 GNSS GPS IEC 61108 1 IMO MSC 246 83 EC Declaration of Conformity A copy of the Marine Equipment Directive MED Declaration Of Conformity can be obtained on line from www mcmurdomarine com documents Page 15 Warranty Statement Subject to the provisions set out below Orolia Ltd warrants that this product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase Oro2. S SART is mounted in the same way except the pole is secured to the buoyancy support Mounting inside a canopy liferaft The SART should be switched ON and suspended at highest point of the liferaft by its top loop using the lanyard provided It is not necessary to fully extend the pole sections Page 9 Self test of the AIS SART Self test button Press and hold for 2 seconds to start the self test routine Testing O Y Test Pass a RED LED indicates self test in progress lt is recommended to self test the AIS SART annually more frequent self testing can put unnecessary drain on the battery When self testing a specially coded AIS test transmission is sent that will be visible to all AlS users in the locality As a successful self test result is dependant on a valid GPS acquisition testing must be carried out in the open and under an unobstructed sky Self test procedure Remove the AIS SART from its stowage case and assemble the top section onto the mounting pole It is not necessary to fully extend the mounting pole Take the AIS SART outside and hold it aloft under a clear view of the sky this will then maximise the speed of the GPS position fix Proceed as follows Push and hold the TEST button down until the red LED starts to flash The red LED will flash quickly indicating that the self test routine is in progress The maximum self test duration is five minutes typically 1min A successful self test will resu
3. ct registration Each AIS SART carries a unique serial number printed on the label on the orange body lt is recommended that a record of the AIS SARTs unique identifier number should be kept by the vessels management organisation Page 2 Overview AL AL An AIS SART is a one shot device Once activated it will transmit emergency alerts for at least 96 hours The key components of the AIS SART 1 Hanger eye Lanyard cord attachment point 2 Antenna Contained within top section 3 Test button Self test verifies the readiness of the AIS SART 4 Red LED Indicates the operating status 5 Activation Button Break off the anti tamper tab to gain access to the ON button 6 GPS Zone Do not obstruct 7 Metal strap Flexible retaining link to mounting pole 8 Mounting Pole Telescopic pole sections Fit AIS SART body into mounting pole socket Remove rubber cover and extend pole sections as required Page 3 AIS SART pictured left is ready for deployment with the mounting pole fully extended The activated AIS SART should be positioned upright and with a clear view of the sky TT Do not obstruct the GPS zone marked on the side The AIS SART should be manually erected when the liferaft is deployed The antenna datum marked on the pole section should be positioned at least one metre above sea level when the AIS SART is deployed TEST button First Function Self test verifies the readiness of t
4. d B racket Align stowage case over bracket hooks and drop into place Secure the strap handle around the base of the bag Page 11 Bulkhead bracket Installation The AIS SART portable stowage case should be located where it will not hinder day to day operations Choose a protected location away from the extreme effects of the weather and protected from powerful vessel wash down hoses Where possible position the AIS SART adjacent to the ship s bridge wing exits ready for easy access in an emergency The AIS SART portable stowage case fits over the permanently installed bulkhead bracket Allow a minimum of 250mm clear space above the highest point of the mounting bracket to allow the bag to be stowed and removed from the bracket 250mm access space above Mounting procedure The bulkhead bracket is designed to mount on a flat surface using three fixing points Fix the mounting bracket in place using the three stainless steel screws 25mm in length provided Or use stainless steel bolts with locking nuts or shake proof washers Check that the rear side of the mounting surface is clear and that the fixing screws will not penetrate equipment fitted on this surface Offer the bracket into the chosen position and mark through the mounting slots using the bracket as a template Drop the AIS SART stowage case over the bracket Push the bag firmly into place Stowage options The stowage case provides additional protection for
5. ervicing lt is recommended that battery change should be performed by an authorised Orolia Ltd service agent in order that a complete assessment and integrity check can be performed Keep the original packing material for reuse whenever the AIS SART is sent for battery replacement or service Page 13 Spare parts Item Battery kit Anti tamper tab kit Stowage case Wall mounting kit Lanyard Pole kit User Manual Transportation Passenger Aircraft This product contains small lithium metal batteries The AIS SART can normally be taken on board a passenger aircraft as a personal item in carry on hand baggage We recommend declaring the AIS SART to airline staff at check in in the same way you would for a laptop PC or video camera As air cargo This product contains small lithium metal batteries Due to the overall low level of lithium content the AIS SART may be classed as not restricted for air cargo when handled Part number 92 057 001A 92 051A 92 052 001A 92 053A 92 054A 92 055A 92 059 001 A Contents Battery pack and sealing kit Switch cover and sealing kit Empty case with packing insert Bracket and fixings Coiled 10m lanyard Pole with fitting parts This document according to requirement PI 970 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 51 Edition Always check with the carrier concerned for any additional shipment restrictions that may apply Page 14 Specifications Part Number 92 001 001
6. he AIS SART 0600000 Second function Testing Press and hold the TEST z de 77 button to turn the unit OFF Test Pass ee e Red LED Indicates the operating status Active eo 0 GPS Good ON button To activate the AIS SART Press the ON button until the Red LED starts to flash To switch off press amp hold gt Page 4 Deployment procedure Lift stowage case off the wall mounting bracket Carry to liferaft using the strap provided Open case and remove the AIS SART Fold the pole down and insert the AIS SART into the top of the pole Remove the rubber end cover from the pole and release pole sections Twist the sections to lock them in fully extended position DORADA BREI y Jm Page 5 Activation procedure l Break off the protective anti tamper tab to gain access to the ON button beneath 2 Press the ON button To switch off press amp hold TEST 3 The Red LED indicator light will start to flash every few seconds 00 00 Active EE GPS Good Page 7 Red LED indication AIS SART ON KH HK 1 flash every 3 5 seconds The first AIS transmission is made after 50 seconds This short delay allows time to switch off the AIS SART if activated in error 4 GPS position fix indication KE ME MH GPS good A good GPS position fix is indicated by the Red LED signalling a long flash every minute De activation of the AIS SART S
7. hould the AIS SART be activated by mistake or if the emergency ends then the AIS SART can be switched OFF by depressing the TEST button for 2 seconds the Red LED will go out To switch off press amp hold TEST Important After activation the AIS SART requires replacement of the anti tamper tab and will need a new battery Refer to service section for further details Page 8 Deployment guidelines The AIS SART will work best when the top section has an unobstructed view of the sky Do your best to maximise the sky view The antenna datum marked on the pole section should be positioned at least one metre above sea level when the AIS SART is deployed Tie the securing lanyard to the liferaft to avoid loss of the AIS SART Activate and then deploy the AIS SART Mounting outside a canopy liferaft Remove the rubber cover from the bottom of the mounting pole and allow the pole sections to drop Lock each section together by twisting each section Release the lanyard spool and tether the free end of the lanyard to a secure fixing point within the liferaft Please see the diagram below Insert the AIS SART through the SART deployment port in the liferaft canopy Position the bottom of the support pole within the locating pocket Secure the pole to the canopy support Depending on the type of liferaft the mounting pole can also be located on the outboard side of the liferaft at the doorway entrance on the boarding ramp side The AI
8. lia Ltd will not be liable to the buyer under the above warranty for any defect arising from fair wear and tear wilful damage negligence abnormal working conditions Failure to follow Orolia Ltds instructions whether oral or in writing including a failure to install prop8 e J 7 2092 2 021 Ved END Tj 1 2 2T038 8 st 2 2 a 16 Page 17 THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY BLANK Page 18 Orolia Ltd Silver Point Airport Service Road Portsmouth PO3 5PB United Kingdom Phone 44 0 23 9262 3900 Fax 44 0 23 9262 3998 E mail service mcmurdo orolia com Website www memurdomarine com An Orolia Group Business 92 260 Issue 3
9. lt in the red LED signalling 3 long flashes Once the self test has completed the AIS SART will switch off automatically as ey lf at the end of the Self Test routine 3 long flashes are not present from the red LED the AIS SART has failed the test In this unlikely event it is recommended to further improve the sky view and to repeat the self test procedure Self test verification by ships AIS equipment As part of the self test routine the AIS SART will make a series of live test transmissions These transmissions can be received by AIS equipped vessels in the local vicinity The test message includes the AIS SART s unique 9 digit ID number position in latitude and longitude and is identified on the receiving AIS equipment as a SART TEST Important Unnecessary self testing of the AIS SART can reduce the overall run time available in an emergency Each self test draws a small amount of energy from the battery If the AIS SART has been activated for a cumulative period in excess of 6 hours self test and operation then the battery must be replaced to ensure that in an emergency it will still operate for a minimum of 96 hours at 20 C as required by International Regulations An AIS SART that fails self test should be immediately removed from service refer to the maintenance section for further information Page 10 Refitting into the bulkhead bracket Fit the AIS SART and accessories inside the stowage case and close the cover and li
10. mcmurdo Smartfind S5 AIS SART User Manual Safety notices WARNING An AIS SART is an emergency radio beacon Operate only in situations of imminent danger to life CAUTION False alerts endanger lives and cause disruption to Search and Rescue services Deliberate misuse of the AIS SART could result in penalty CAUTION If the anti tamper tab is broken the SART is not compliant with SOLAS regulations and must be repaired or replaced CAUTION Do not dismantle the AIS SART it contains no user serviceable parts CAUTION Contains lithium batteries Do not incinerate puncture deform short circuit or recharge CAUTION Dispose of a used AIS SART in accordance with local waste disposal regulations Refer to End of Life Statement CAUTION Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the AIS SART as some solvents can damage the case material CAUTION An AIS SART is a radio transmitter Some administrations may require that the user holds a valid radio licence to cover its ownership and use Radio Frequency Exposure Warning WARNING The AIS SART emits low levels of radio frequency radiation avoid handling the upper section antenna zone when activated gt bbbbbbbb Ownership details Vessel Name Owner details Unique ID 9 y7j0 II IT Disclaimer The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print We reserve the right to change
11. specifications equipment installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from Orolia Ltd No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication although every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible Page 1 IN EMERGENCY The AIS SART is a locating radio beacon for use only in emergency situations False alerts endanger lives help prevent them by understanding how to look after and correctly operate the AIS SART Introduction Thank you for purchasing the AIS SART search and rescue locating device The AIS SART is designed to assist in survivor craft location during search and rescue operations The AIS SART is primarily intended for fitment by SOLAS vessels under carriage requirement rules SOLAS fitting rules differ depending on type and size of vessel and liferaft In general at least one search and rescue locating device is carried on each side of every passenger and cargo ship over 500 gross tons Smaller SOLAS classified vessels are required to carry at least one search and rescue locating device The AIS SART is a portable device and should be stowed on board in a location where it can be easily and rapidly placed in any liferaft Produ
12. the AIS SART if you intend to keep it in a carry off safety ditch bag or when transporting it from place to place Page 12 Dealing with a transmitting AIS SART In the unlikely event that the AIS SART develops a fault and will not turn off transmissions can be prevented by removing the lower battery section To do this undo the three fixing screws located around the main body Release the battery pack and unplug the flying battery connector s Note with the battery pack removed the AIS SART and battery pack are not waterproof and must not be allowed to get wet Refer to product safety warnings Routine maintenance self test the AIS SART annually Check that the battery is in date and examine the outer case and bracket for any signs of damage If required clean the outer case with fresh water wipe dry and examine the AIS SART and bracket for any damage IN CAUTION Never use chemical solvents to clean the AIS SART or stowage case AN CAUTION The battery may be run down and require replacement see below After activation The anti tamper switch cover should be replaced by a service agent and the remaining battery life checked see below Battery replacement The battery should be changed after five years in service The exact battery expiry date is marked on the label of the battery pack The battery must be replaced when The expiry date has been reached or The AIS SART has been activated for more than 6 hours of use S
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