The document summarizes routine monthly checks for two VHF radios located in the forward and aft consoles of a ship. The checks include removing dirt and dust from the units, ensuring connectors are firmly connected, cleaning any corroded or soiled connectors, inspecting the antenna for damage and ensuring antenna bolts are tightened, and inspecting cables for damage. The operator's manual section on operational tests and checks and the GMDSS log should be referred to for additional details.
The document summarizes routine monthly checks for two VHF radios located in the forward and aft consoles of a ship. The checks include removing dirt and dust from the units, ensuring connectors are firmly connected, cleaning any corroded or soiled connectors, inspecting the antenna for damage and ensuring antenna bolts are tightened, and inspecting cables for damage. The operator's manual section on operational tests and checks and the GMDSS log should be referred to for additional details.
The document summarizes routine monthly checks for two VHF radios located in the forward and aft consoles of a ship. The checks include removing dirt and dust from the units, ensuring connectors are firmly connected, cleaning any corroded or soiled connectors, inspecting the antenna for damage and ensuring antenna bolts are tightened, and inspecting cables for damage. The operator's manual section on operational tests and checks and the GMDSS log should be referred to for additional details.
Manual : Furuno Operator's Manual VHF radiotelephone Section : 6 For Operational Tests and Checks please refer to GMDSS Log Monthly Routine -Dirt and dust should be removed from units with a soft, dry cloth or Brush . For the LCD, wipe it carefully to prevent scratching, using LCD cleaning wipes or LCD cleaner .To remove dirt using a LCD cleaner , wipe slowly with tissue paper so as to dissolve the dirt . Change tissue paper frequently so that dirt will not scratch the LCD. Do not use solvents such as thinner, acetone or benzene for cleaning any unit .
-Check each connector is firmly connected.
-Clean corroded or soiled connectors. -Inspect antenna for damage and that bolts fixing the antenna are firmly tightened. -Inspect cables for damage.