SAILOR SE406-II and SGE406-II Satellite EPIRB User Manual

This document is the user manual for the SAILOR SE406-II and SGE406-II EPIRBs, providing safety notices and describing the features and characteristics of the products.

SAILOR SE406-II and SGE406-II Satellite EPIRB User Manual - cover page
Brand
Sailor
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
36
File format
PDF
File size
4.1 MB
Published
29 December, 2022
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
6CA3CB73E01176DD7DD95065D9B006E6
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SAILOR SE406-II and SGE406-II Satellite EPIRB User Manual PDF

About this manual

The SAILOR SE406-II and SGE406-II are Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) designed for carriage on SOLAS and non-SOLAS vessels. These devices transmit emergency messages via the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system to facilitate Search and Rescue operations, with the GPS-enabled SGE406-II model providing improved positional accuracy.

What's inside

  • Overview
  • Description
  • Controls and Indicators
  • EPIRB Stowage
  • Operating Procedure
  • False Alerts
  • Installation
  • Self Test
  • Maintenance
  • Specifications

Specifications

Minimum transmission duration48 hours
Activation method (Manual)Break anti-tamper tab and push switch left
Automatic activation delay2 seconds minimum immersion

Frequently asked questions

When should an EPIRB be used?

Only in situations of grave and imminent danger to life.

What is the risk of false alerts?

False alerts endanger lives and cause disruption to Search and Rescue services.

How long does an EPIRB transmit after activation?

It continues to transmit emergency alerts for a minimum of 48 hours.

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