Life Boat Manual

TRI-NC-POI-ME-13-21-0053-01
OPERATION / MAINTENANCE MANUAL
JYN100 TOTALLY ENCLOSED LIFEBOAT
TANKER AND DRY CARGO VERSION
JIANGYIN NORSAFE F.R.P. CO., LTD.
Yuecheng Town, Jiangyin City, Jiangsu, China
TELEPHONE: + 86 510 6986788/6987888

TELEFAX: + 86 510 6987371
Jiangyin Norsafe F.R.P. Co., Ltd.
NOTE
Direct all inquiries regarding spare parts and service to:
JIANGYIN NORSAFE F.R.P. CO., LTD.
Yuecheng Town, Jiangyin City, Jiangsu, China
TELEPHONE: + 86 510 6986788/6987888

TELEFAX: + 86 510 6987371
Please quote the Jiangyin Norsafe boat build number when contacting Jiangyin Norsafe. Has
been given on enclosed certificates, and is also shown on the nameplate on the lifeboat.
During the warranty period, all necessary spare parts must be supplied by Jiangyin Norsafe.
The use of spare parts supplied by other suppliers violates and forfeits the warranty.
OPERATION MANUAL_JYN100
This manual subject to continuous review. Jiangyin Norsafe reserve the right to
change specification without prior notice.
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LIST OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 General Specification

1.2 General description
2. OPERATION PROCEDURES
2.1 Emergency abandonment of ship procedure

2.2 On-load release hooks
2.2.1 Normal operation (off-load procedure no.1 fig.2, 2a & 2b)
2.2.2 Emergency operation (on-load procedure no.2 fig.2, 2a, 2b)
2.3 Operation of emergency air system (tanker version only)
2.4 Operation of sprinkler system (tanker version only)
2.5 Recovery after boat drill
2.6 Checks before starting
2.7 To start engine (normal start)
2.8 To start engine (emergency start)
2.9 To stop engine
3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS
3.1 Steering console

3.2 Electrical system
3.3 Fuel tank
3.4 Water and provision tanks
3.5 Equipment tank
3.6 Emergency air supply system (fig.7, tanker version only)
3.7 Sprinkler system (tanker version only)
3.8 Sea anchor
3.9 Rain water collector
3.10 Painter release operation (fig.3)
3.11 Drain plug operation
3.12 Bilge pump operation (fig.4 )
3.13 Normal steering
3.14 Emergency steering operation (fig.5)
3.15 Rowing the boat
4. FIGURES
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5. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
5.1 Steering system

5.2 Bilge system (fig.4)
5.3 Hatches
5.4 Fuel system
5.6 Emergency air supply system (tanker version only)
5.7 Sprinkler system (fig.6 tanker version only)
5.8 Lubrications and greasing points. Anticorrosion maintenance.
6. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
7. APPENDIX A
Inspection log
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1.INTRODUCTION
1.1 General Specification

TOTALLY ENCLOSED LIFEBOAT TYPE JYN100 TELB
Dimensions (LxBxD) 10.155 X 3.25 X 1.40 m

Capacity 106 persons (Maximum)
Weight of boat with all equipment 5725 kg (Tanker Version)
Total boat load 13675 kg (Tanker Version)
Hook distance 9.675 m
Speed 6 knots
Colour Safety Orange
1.2 General description
The lifeboat is laminated from fire-retardant polyester resin. The space between the seat and the
hull, and the canopy liner and canopy is filled with polyurethane buoyancy foam, which provides
the craft with enough buoyancy to remain afloat and upright even if holed below the waterline.
The lifeboat is totally self-righting even fully loaded with persons and flooded. Therefore it is
important that all passengers fasten their safety harness and remain in their seats at all times.
The lifeboat is fitted with two lifting hooks, one forward, and one aft. These lifting hooks are
designed to be released simultaneously from inside the craft when it is fully waterborne. It is
possible to release the lifting hooks when the boat is out of the water but this procedure is
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS and must only be considered under very special circumstances.
Therefore the crew of the craft should familiarise themselves with all the operations of the lifting
hooks and the other functions of the boat before attempting to operate it.
The boats main embarkation access is via aft door or side hatches. Additional hatches are
provided at the helmsman’s position, at the forward and on both sides of the canopy.
The steering position has a steering console containing the normal steering, engine instrument
panel, and engine control lever and on the tanker version. There are emergency air supply
controls.
An external water spray system is installed on the canopy of the boat which will provide the
outside of the boat with a protective layer of water should the lifeboat encounter a fire on the
water surface (tanker version only).
Internal air cylinders will when operated provide the passengers and engine at full speed with air
at a controlled rate for at least 10 minutes (tanker version only).
Emergency steering tiller can be operated from within the lifeboat.
The centre tank section contains water & provisions tanks, fuel tank and equipment tanks. There
is also an access to the air cylinders (tanker version only) and drain plug. A fuel shut-off valve is
located on bottom of fuel tank.
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The engine compartment has a removable top cover for access to engine, shaft and sprinkler
pump (tanker version only).
The main engine starting battery and emergency starting battery are contained in watertight boxes
in the inner liner at the aft of the engine compartment.
A manual bilge pump is mounted on the aft pillar.
Natural ventilation is achieved via one automatic valve located on the aft of the boat. This valve
also prevents the cabin from becoming dangerously under pressurised while the engine is
running.
An over pressure relief valve is mounted on the aft of the boat. This valve prevents the cabin
from becoming dangerously over pressurised when the emergency air system is in operation
(tanker version only).
The lifeboat may be rowed using provided oars through the side hatches.
The lifeboat is fitted with shock absorbing skates/fenders to provide protection to the inboard
side of the lifeboat during launching.
The diesel engine is of approved type, with water cooling system. Full detailed specifications of
the engine are contained in the engine manufacturers manual.
Main engine starting is by 12 V battery with electric starter. Emergency engine starting is by a
totally independent 12 V battery system. Battery switches are mounted on aft of the pillar.
A battery charger is installed inside the canopy on the aft pillar (42 V AC / 12 V DC). The
charger is totally enclosed cabinet, with two channels capable of operating two circuits
simultaneously and separately. The charger is connected to the ship’s power supply 42V AC via
a plug on aft of the lifeboat near the embarkation access.
A fuel tank with a capacity sufficient for 24 hours running for the fully loaded lifeboat at 6 knots
is mounted in the centre tank section.
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2 Operation Procedures
WARNING!
All crew and personnel using this lifeboat should learn all operating procedures contained in this
and reference manuals.
Failure to follow any of these procedures correctly or in their intended mode can result in serious
injuries or even death, not only to the operator, but also to all onboard.
The following procedures are to be rigidly adhered to

* For emergency embarkation,
* Lowering,
* Operation procedures through fire and toxic gases (tanker version only).
A similar procedure should be adopted as part of the normal lifeboat drill. It can not be
emphasised too strongly that frequent and conscientious practice for lifeboat drills should be
maintained.
2.1 Emergency abandonment of ship procedure

This applies to boat only, see davit manufacturers instruction manual for details about
davit.
1. After being assigned a lifeboat, passengers should stop outside the lifeboat and await
instructions from the lifeboat crew. When told to board, passengers should enter the lifeboat
quickly and orderly wearing their lifejackets.
2. Prepare boat for launching by releasing the lashing arrangement and bringing the boat into
boarding position. See davit manufacturer instruction manual.
3. Open the embarkation door and secure in open position.
4. Helmsman disconnects external power plug and enters.
5. Helmsman turns main battery switch on.
6. All designated crew (forward hook operator and aft hook operator) board lifeboat and take up
their assigned positions. If a painter is to be used during launching, remove from the
equipment tank and secure to painter release hook on boat and other end to ship.
7. In case of burning liquid on sea surface, it is now the time to activate the emergency air
system as described in section 2.3 .
8. All passengers board lifeboat occupying the seats furthermost from the entrance first. Once
seated and wearing lifejackets, place the straps over shoulders as shown in fig.1 & Fig. 1a.
9. Helmsman pulls and maintains steady pull on the winch brake release wire until the boat is
completely waterborne and no tension exists in the fall wires.
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10. Helmsman operates the hook release handle according to instruction on label fixed inside of
boat (see fig. 2, 2a & 2b).
11.Helmsman starts engine.
12.In case of burning liquid on sea surface, it is now the time to activate the sprinkler system as
described in section 2.4 (tanker version only).
13.Helmsman now engages gear and tells crewmember at front of boat to pull the painter release
handle (if painter has been used) and steers away from danger on designated compass course.
14.Crewmember removes radar reflector from storage compartment and installs on top of the
steering tower and at the same time fixes mast in the upright position.
15.For information how occupants in the lifeboat should organise themselves see Survival
Manual.
2.2 On-load release hooks

The boat is equipped with a ON/OFF load lifting hook forward and aft. These hooks are
controlled from a release handle mounted on the starboard of the steering console.
2.2.1 Normal operation (off-load procedure no.1, fig. 2, 2a & 2b)

Under normal circumstances the boat can not be released from the davit falls until the boat is
fully waterborne. The following procedure should be followed exactly:
1. Do not touch the hook release lever until the boat is fully waterborne.
2. Remove safety pin.
3. Lift release levers and pulls aft.
Lifting hooks will now be released.
DANGER WARNING!
The safety pin should never be removed until the boat is completely waterborne. Failure to
comply with any of the hook procedures may result in death or serious injury.
2.2.2 Emergency operation (on-load procedure no.2 fig. 2, 2a, 2b)

If the lifeboat is fully waterborne the following procedure should be followed exactly:
1. Remove safety pin.
2. Dislodge plastic cover over indicator arm.
3. Move indicator arm from downward to upward.
4. Lift release levers and pulls aft.
Lifting hooks will now be released.

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DANGER WARNING!
If the emergency operation (on-load) for the lifting hooks is carried out with the lifeboat out of
the water the hooks will still release. This may result in death and or serious injury.
2.2.3 Emergency release operation (procedure no.3)

(To be performed only if release handle at Helmsman position fails to work).
1. Ensure lifeboat is fully waterborne.
2. Forward and aft near the lifting hooks inside of the canopy are red wrenches. These should be
located by the forward and aft hook men.
3. Open forward and aft hatches and the main entrance door and place red wrench on square
head of locker pin on the side of each hook.
4. Pull down on red wrench to release hook.
WARNING!
Both forward and aft hooks must be released simultaneously.
This procedure only to be followed if release handle at Helmsman's place fails to work, as
detailed in procedures 1 & 2.
Incorrect use of hook release lever can result in death or serious injury.
2.3 Operation of emergency air system (tanker version only)
Fig. 7
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The lifeboat is equipped with an emergency air supply system, which should be operated if fire or
toxic gas conditions exist outside the boat. If the air system is to be used, carry out step 1 before
passengers enter the boat and step 2, 3 and 4 during launching.
1. Helmsman is to inform crewmember to open valve on each air cylinder, fig.7.

2. Ensure that all hatches are closed.
3. Ensure that valve on all air bottles are open.
4. Open valve on low pressure side of regulator.
NB! Regulator are adjusted.
2.4 Operation of sprinkler system (tanker version only)

The lifeboat is equipped with a sprinkler system to protect it from fire in case of burning liquid
on the sea surface. If the sprinkler is to be used, prepare before launch of lifeboat. Note that the
visibility through windows is very poor when the sprinkler is operated.
1. Ensure that all hatches and openings are closed.
2. Turn the handle of sprinkler valve to open position.
3. Valve is located in forward of the engine compartment
4. Increase engine R.P.M. to full speed and leave danger area.
2.5 Recovery after boat drill

After disengaging and before bringing the boat back alongside for recovery, the lifeboat crew
must ensure that the hooks are closed and the release lever is in the locked position with the
safety pin inserted. Follow this procedure:
1. The Helmsman must ensure that the release handle is in the fully released position (hooks are
open).
2. The forward and aft hook men ensure that the hooks are manually held down in position for
locking.
3. These men should indicate to the helmsman to close the release handle to the locked position.
4. The forward and aft hook men should carefully pay attention to that the cam bolt mechanism
is correctly in position. Both hooks should now be pulled firmly upwards to ensure both
hooks are firmly locked in the closed position.
5. The forward and aft hook men should now inform the helmsman that hooks are locked in
closed position.
6. The helmsman must now lock the release handle.
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7. The hook mechanism is now ready for re-engagement of the davit falls and the lifeboat can be
brought alongside under the falls.
8. The forward and aft hook men should now place the end link of the fall wires into the hooks
ensuring the safety guard drops down into the closed position.
9. The boat should now be lifted until just clear of the water surface and stopped.
10. The forward and aft hook men should again check that the hooks are correctly closed.
11. The Helmsman should check that the hydrostatic safety interlock is activated. The indicator
arm should be in green zone.
12. The boat can now be hoisted to its stowed position.
13. Lash boat to davit and ensure boat is left ready for emergency use.
2.6 Checks before starting

Starting any engine can be dangerous in the hands of inexperienced people. Before attempting to start
any engine, the operator should be familiar with the engine instructions mounted in the boat and the
engine manufacturers instruction manual.
- Ensure that the batteries are in serviceable condition and correctly connected.
- Check that the oil levels in the engine and the gearbox are correct.
- Check that the fuel tank is full and that the system is primed.
- Check that fuel valve on bottom of the tank is open.
- Check that all water drain plugs and cocks are closed.
- Check that the water level in the header tank is filled up with mixture of water/anti-freeze.
Under no circumstances must the engine be started without liquid in the cooling system.
- Ensure that the gearbox is in neutral.
- Switch off and disconnect external power supply to the boat.
2.7 To start engine (normal start)

1. Disconnect ships external power supply by pulling the plug near the embarkation access.
2. Turn main battery switch to "ON" position.
3. Please refer to the starting instruction posted close to the helmsman’s position or to the engine
instruction manual.
If the engine should fail to start due to poor battery condition, continue with the emergency
starting procedure. If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, despite good battery condition,
release the switch and investigate the cause. The starter motor should be allowed to cool for at
least 15 seconds before attempting to restart.
NOTE!
This engine can be run with the boat out of the water for a maximum of 5 min, but the propeller
shaft should only be engaged for a few seconds at a time to check is operation.
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While the lifeboat engine is running the alternator will charge all batteries. The battery charger
mounted on the aft pillar only operates when the boat is stowed in the Davit and the ships power
supply is connected.
2.8 To start engine (emergency start)

1. Disconnect ships external power supply by pulling the plug near the embarkation access.
2. Turn emergency battery switch to "ON" position. The change control and oil pressure lights
will now be on and the bugger will sound.
3. Start engine using the normal starting procedure from step 3.
2.9 To stop engine

Please refer to the stopping instruction posted close to the helmsman’s position or to the engine
instruction manual.
Emergency stopping of the engine can be achieved by closing the fuel shut-off valve located on
the injector pump on the engine. This valve is normally closed by a solenoid operated by the stop
button, but it may be closed manually if the solenoid is defective.
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3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS
3.1 Steering console

The helmsman position is equipped with a steering console which contains the engine instrument
panel, engine throttle/gear control lever, steering, searchlight with plug, compass and switches
for cabin lights and marker light. Hook release and lowering control is also operated by the
helmsman, see davit manufacturers manual for details about the latter.

The lifeboat electrical system is powered by 12 V DC 90 AH maintenance free batteries. To
activate the system, the main or emergency battery switches must be turned on.
When the boat is stowed in the davit, power is supplied via the plug near the embarkation access
at 42 V AC. (The incoming power supply is fed directly to a 42 V/300 W engine heater , (if
fitted) . Additional power is supplied to the battery charger 42 V AC/12 V DC that charges the
main and emergency starting batteries. These should not applicable if solar power panel is
installed.
Battery switches
Main engine starting is by 12 V battery with electric starter. Emergency engine starting is by
totally independent 12 V battery system. Battery switches are mounted on the aft of the boat.
The external power supply (if fitted) must be disconnected before engine is started. Before the
engine can be started the main switch must be turned clockwise to the ON position. The engine
starting procedures may now begin.
Should the main start battery fail to start the engine, use the emergency battery to start the engine.
The emergency start switch should be turned clockwise to the ON position by using the same key
as for main battery.
Should the lifeboat be equipped with a radio, the radio battery switch must be turned clockwise to
the ON position to supply power to the radio.
Battery charger
A battery charger is installed inside the canopy on the aft of the boat. (42 V AC/12 V DC).
The charger is totally enclosed cabinet with two channels capable of operating two circuits
simultaneously and separately. The battery charger has indicator lights for both batteries.
The indicator lights signal the charging process and battery condition.
Red: Charger not connected, faulty battery or battery not correctly connected.
Yellow: Charging by 14.4 volt in progress
Green: Fully charged batteries, voltage drops to 13.3 volt
for maintenance charging.
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3.3 Fuel tank
A diesel fuel tank is located in the middle of the centre section. The tank capacity is sufficient for
24 hours operation at full speed. The tank is filled by removing the filler plug located on top of
the tank.
3.4 Water and provision tanks

Water and provision tanks are located inside the lifeboat. It is recommended to store water in
sealed containers in the tank. Details of quantities can be found on page 2 of loose equipment list.
3.5 Equipment tank

A tank is provided to the front of the boat for the storage of small loose equipment and
provisions. Details of provisions and equipment can be found on the loose equipment list.
3.6 Emergency air supply system (fig. 7, tanker version only)

The emergency air supply system is designed to supply the interior of the lifeboat with air for the
passengers and engine. The system consists of the following components:
a) High pressure valve and high pressure air hoses

b) Low pressure valve and air hose
c) Air pressure-regulating valve
d) Charging point with valve
e) Air cylinders pressurised to 20MPa (fig. 7)
This air system contains high-pressure air and is a “Danger” system. Only qualified
personnel or representatives of Jiangyin Norsafe should maintain this system. The emergency air
system should be kept fully charged at all times i.e. if the pressure drops below 18MPa the
system should be recharged to 20MPa.
Detail of charging point
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The sprinkler system is designed to cover the entire surface of the lifeboat with a film of
seawater when the boat is waterborne. This will protect the lifeboat and occupants should they
have to encounter a fire on the sea. When the boat is waterborne, Start the pump to pump
seawater through the boat internal piping to the sprinkler heads mounted on the canopy , which
are fitted with spray nozzles that disperse the water into a thin film, which covers the boat.
3.8 Sea anchor

After removing sea anchor from the storage tank, deploy as follows:
1. Secure the end of hawser and tripping line to the painter release hook.
2. Throw sea anchor into the sea. For proper operation, ensure that tripping line is slack when
hawser line is taut.
3. Recover sea anchor by pulling tripping line.
Anchor
3.9 Rain water collector

The rain water collector consists of a rectangle section on top of the canopy with drain hole.
Collect the water in the supplied 2 x 5 Ltr. plastic containers.
3.10 Painter release operation (fig. 3)

At the forward end of the boat there is quick release hook for releasing the painter line.
To disengage the painter under tension, pull sharply on the painter release handle in the front of
the boat (fig. 3). To reset the hook, pull releases handle, return the hook to its original position
and let go release handle. Make sure that the end of the hook is under the release lever.
3.11 Drain plug operation

The lifeboat is fitted with an automatic drain valve, which will close automatically when the boat
is waterborne. However, it is recommended that the drain plug be closed when the boat is
waterborne to prevent any leakage. The drain plug is fitted on the lower area of the boat.
After recovery of the boat is completed always ensure that the drain plug is open.
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NOTE The brass cover on the drain plug must not be removed when the drain plug is opened. If
the cover is removed, the rubber-sealing ball will be lost and the plug will not close automatically
when the boat is waterborne.
3.12 Bilge pump operation (fig. 4)

1. Operate the bilge pump handle to remove water from bilge.
3.13 Normal steering

The normal steering of the lifeboat is by mechanical arrangement as detailed in the maintenance
section of the manual.
3.14 Emergency steering operation (fig. 5)

If main steering system fails to operate the rudder, use emergency steering as follows:
1. Remove emergency steering tiller from it's stowed position and place the end of tiller over
rudder stock.
2. It is now possible to steer the boat with this emergency tiller , but helmsman must give
instructions on direction.
3.15 Rowing the boat

Should it be necessary to row the lifeboat, proceed as follows:
1. Open side doors and secure in open position.
2. Fit rowlocks in holders below side door on both sides.
3. Remove oars from stowed position under the canopy and fit into the rowlocks, rowing the
boat.
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4. FIGURES
Fig. 1
Donning safety harness
Fig. 1a
Adjusting safety harness
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Fig. 2
Hook release handle (closed)
Fig. 2a
Hook release handle (open)
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3 3
2
1 2
(A) (B)
RELEASE (A) RELEASE (B)
1. Remove the safety pin 1 . 1. Pull the release lever 3 to its
original position the safety pawl 2
2. Hydrostatic pressure will automatically will automatically recover.
push the safety pawl 2 out after
2. Replace the safety pin 1 .
the boat has been waterborne for
about 20 seconds.
3. Lift the release lever 3 and push in
the arrow direction.
EMERGENCY RELEASE (C)

4 1. Break the plexiglass window 4 .
2. Remove the safety pin 1 .
3. Move the handle of the safety pawl 2
up at the same time lift the release
1 2 lever 3 and then push in the arrow
direction.
(C)
Fig 2b
Lifting Hook instruction Label
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PULL
PULL THE PAINTER RELEASE TO

DISCONNECT PAINTER FROM THE BOAT.
Fig. 3
Painter release remote (front of boat)
Fig. 4
Bilge pump system
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PORT
STARBOARD
FORWARD
Fig. 5
Emergency steering
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5. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
5.1 Steering system

Check the steering system every three (3) month and inject lubricate to lubrication points.
1 Cable steering
2 Rudder stock
3 Emergency tiller
5.2 Bilge system (fig. 4)

If the pump fails to prime or chokes, check for:
• Air leaks or blockages in the inlet hose and it's connection to the pump.
• A torn diaphragm.
• Dirt under valves or distorted valves.
• Collapse of the inlet hose during suction stroke.
To change the rubber parts
If the rubber parts are broken, they can be replaced.
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5.3 Hatches
Rubber gaskets around hatches should be checked for deterioration. If any signs of cracking or
brittleness exist, gasket should be replaced immediately.
5.4 Fuel system

Only clean diesel fuel should be used. The fuel tank should be refilled after engine has been used.
Before removing the filler cap always clean around it to prevent dirt etc. from entering the
system. Check all fuel lines for leaks and deterioration. Leaking couplings may be tightened;
otherwise lines need to be replaced.

The main engine start battery, emergency start battery and the lifeboat radio battery (if fitted)
should be checked to ensure the terminals are tight and clean. Should the terminals show any
signs of corrosion, disconnect and clean thoroughly and grease with a light silicone grease. No
other maintenance is required to the batteries.
If the batteries need to be replaced, use sealed batteries only. Other types may cause explosion
due to hydrogen release.
NOTE
The wiring diagram and the components are described in the manufacturers engine instructions
and operation manual delivered with the lifeboat.
5.6 Emergency air supply system (tanker version only)

Should the air pressure in any of the air cylinder drop below 18MPa the system should be
recharged to 20MPa. To recharge the system proceed as follows:
See FIG.7
1. Make sure charging valve is closed.

2. Open low-pressure valve to purge air from system.
3. Close low-pressure valve.
4. Connect charging line to charging point (see details on fig. 7)
5. Open charging valve.
6. Open valves on air cylinders.
7. Start compressor and charge to 20MPa.
8. Stop compressor when pressure is 20Mpa.
9. Close charging valves and locks the valve handle.
10. Close valves on air cylinders.
11. Open low-pressure valve to check and relieve pressure at regulator.
12. Close low-pressure valve.
13. Disconnect charging line.
NB !
System is now ready for emergency use. When the crew enters the boat, a crewmember should
open the valve on all air cylinders.
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Recharging air must be of breathable quality, dry, oil free, clean and with a water content of no
more than 3-4PPM. Excessive moisture will cause misting, internal freezing of the regulator
and jam in either open or closed position. This will temporarily (until ice melts) disables the
system.
Before leak testing the system open the valves on all air cylinders. Mix up a strong soapy water
solution and with a small brush liberally cover all joints and connections. Leakage can be
detected by spotting air bubbles.
It is important that after using the sprinkler system, it is flushed with fresh water to remove salt
deposits. To flush the system proceed as follows:
1. Close the intake valve.

2. Install the hose connector placed in the loose equipment correctly and tightly on the
canopy of the lifeboat. (Fig. 6)
3. Install 1" hose on hose connector and flush for 10 minutes with fresh water at maximum
7 bar pressure. If any nozzles become blocked during flushing, they must be removed,
cleaned and installed back in original position. It is very important that the nozzle face in
the original direction.
4. If some parts of the spray system has not been flushed (very little or no water coming out
of the nozzles) this part must be flushed by repeating step 2-3 using a nozzle in this area.
5. Removes hose and replace nylon cap in original position.
6. Open the intake valve to drain the water inside the pipes.
7. Close the intake valve
"Dead ends" in sprinkler system will automatically drain through drain holes.
Fig.6
5.8 Lubrication and greasing points. Anticorrosion maintenance
Following mechanisms must be maintained according to the maintenance list with water-resistant
grease:
• under and over pressure valves
• handles of hatches inside and outside
• rudder shaft
• steering Gear
For protected surfaces with light oil.
NOTE
For maintenance of following items please refer to the manufacturers instruction manuals:
• hooks
• engine
• gearbox
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6. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
This lifeboat should always be maintained to ensure that it is ready for immediate use. Therefore the
following checks should be made:
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE For boat Weekly Monthly When
drill required
1.ENGINE
See separate instructions mounted in the boat and in the
engine manual
-Start engine using main start battery. * * *
-Start engine using emergency start battery. * * *
-Engage forward and aft gear for a few seconds each to * *
check its operation. Also check that propeller and shaft
can turn freely by hand with engine stopped and gear in
neutral.
-Inspect for leaks in fuel and cooling water systems. *
-Check stuffing box on propeller shaft for lubrication. * *
-Grease stern tube gland. * *
2.ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION * *
-Check battery leads - see lamp battery charger.
-Check that batteries are tight, clean and fully greased. * *
-Check that dynamo charges (when charging while the * * *
engine is running the light is out)
-Check that electrical plug is connected to boat and * * *
supply is turned "ON".
-Check main battery switches are turned "OFF". * *
-Check that engine heater, if fitted, and battery charger * *
are turned "ON".
-Check instrumentation and engine controls. Replace * *
defective lamps and fuses if necessary.
-Check lifeboat radio equipment, if fitted. * *
3.HATCHES * * *
-Check door and hatches for tightness and gasket
condition.
-Check that hatches/hatch dogs move and hatches * * *
operate freely.
4. BILGE * * *
-Drain the boat.
-Take off pump covers and remove any foreign bodies. * *
5.EMERGENCY AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM * * *
(tanker version only) Check air bottle pressure.
Pressure within 18-20MPa. Refill if necessary.
-Check lowpressure outlet side. * * *
Pre adjusted/sealed 5-7MPa.
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6.SPRINKLER SYSTEM (tanker version only) * * *

-Move sea inlets valve and lubricate. Must be kept
shut when sprinkler system is not in use.
(no-controller type only)
-Check V-belts * *
-Flushing through of sprinkler system * * *
-Check nozzle for possible defects * * *
-Check hose connection for possible defects * * *
7.MISCELLANEOUS * *
-Check that gaskets and tank lids are intact.
-Check and lubricate operating cables. * *
-Grease steering cylinder. * *
-Grease rudder shaft. * *
-Ensure steering system has no leaks and operates * *

freely.
-Check that equipment and provision is in order. * *
-Carry out replacement in accordance with current
regulations.
-Check inside of boat to ensure free access throughout * *
and all loose equipment stored in its correct location.
-Visual inspection of the davit/boat to ensure that the * *
system is ready to be used should an emergency arise.
-Visual inspection of fibreglass.
-Ensure embarkation area is free of obstructions. * *
-Grease threads of slip hooks and turn-buckles. * *

-Combat any signs of corrosion by scrubbing off with *
a wire brush and wiping with a non-fluffy oily rag.
Alternatively a good quality aerosol spray inhibitor
can be used.
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7. APPENDIX A
(NOTE: sign after completing all the items in the maintenance schedule)
INSPECTION LOG FOR LIFEBOAT INSPECTIONS.
Check. no: Date: Sign. Condition: Actions taken:
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
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INSPECTION LOG FOR LIFEBOAT INSPECTIONS.

Check. no: Date: Sign. Condition: Actions taken:
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31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
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46
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48
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60
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NORSAFE NLDE-3 Marine Diesel Engine Set
OPERATION MANUAL
NLDE-3(380J-3)
BETTER BY DESIGN NORSAFE AS
MANUFACTURED BY ECSI,CHINA
AUGUST 2004
CONTENTS
1.0 General precautions·································································· 1
2.0 Introduction ·············································································· 2
Fig NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set overall dimension············ 3
2.1 Description of the engine set················································· 4
3.0 General engine data ·································································· 5
4.0 Main structure of engine··························································· 6
4.1 Fuel system ··········································································· 6
4.2 Lubrication system································································ 6
4.3 Cooling system ····································································· 7
4.4 Electric system······································································ 8
4.5 Gearbox ················································································ 8
4.6 Electrical diagram ································································· 9
4.6.1 Electric system parts description······································ 11
4.6.2 Instruments panel····························································· 11
4.7 Starting precautions ···························································· 12
4.8 Check before starting ·························································· 12
5.0 Operation of engine ································································ 12
5.1Starting················································································· 12
5.2Starting by Spring starter (if installed)································· 14
5.3 Operation ············································································ 14
5.4 Stopping·············································································· 15
6.0 Routine maintenance ······························································ 15
6.1 Initial attention···································································· 15
6.2 Routine maintenance periods·············································· 16
6.3 Lubrication oil specification ··············································· 16
6.4 Gearbox oil specification ···················································· 17
6.5 Main spanner torque setting················································ 17
6.6 Tighten sequence for cylinder heads bolts ·························· 18
6.7 Check of lubrication oil level·············································· 18
6.8 Lubrication oil change ························································ 18
6.9 Alternator belt tension························································· 18
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6.10 Gearbox oil check and change ·········································· 19
6.11 Priming the fuel system ···················································· 19
6.12 Drain the coolant······························································· 19
6.13 Changing fuel filter element ············································· 19
6.14 Idling speed adjustment ···················································· 20
6.15 Valve clearance adjustment··············································· 20
6.16 Starting and running the engine while the lifeboat
is hooked in davits or free fall rig ······································ 20
6.17General precaution about electrical system························ 20
6.18Storage ··············································································· 20
7. 0 Trouble shooting ···································································· 22
7.1 Difficult in starting the engine ············································ 22
7.2 Insufficient output······························································· 22
7.3 Black smoking from exhaust ·············································· 23
7.4 Low lube oil pressure·························································· 23
7.5 Engine knocking ································································· 23
7.6 Engine overheating ····························································· 24
7.7 Engine over speed or override ············································ 24
Appendix 1：NLDE-3 diesel engine set delivery list ······················ 25
Appendix 2：Tools supplied with NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set ········ 25
Appendix 3：Spare parts supplied with NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set ·· 26
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1.0 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
⑴. Ensure that the engine is securely mounted.
⑵.Ensure that the ventilation and combustion air ducts are not
obstructed.
⑶.Keep the engine and surrounding areas clean.
⑷.Never allow any part of the body to come into contact with high
pressure fuel oil when testing injection equipment.
⑸.Avoid contact with exhaust pipe when the engine is, or has
recently been running .These parts can be very hot and can cause
severe burns.
⑹.Rectify all fuel water and oil leaks as soon as possible.
⑺.Isolate the battery when working on the engine.
⑻.All drive belts must receive regular attention.
⑼.Keep electrical contacts free from corrosion apply grease.
⑽.Batteries under charge release explosive gases; therefore the
battery compartment must be well ventilated at all times. Never

allow any smoking, sparks or flames near the batteries.
⑾. Wear protective goggles when handing liquids which is harmful
to eyes, for example, battery acid. If any of these substances are

splashed in the eyes, wash out thoroughly with clean water.
⑿Many liquids used in engines are harmful if taken internally .In
the event of accidentally swallowing oil, fuel, antifreeze or battery

acid obtain medical assistance immediately.
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2.0 INTRODUCTION
The NORSAFE marine diesel engine set, type NLDE-3 is based
on 380J-3/380C diesel engine and adapted for lifeboat propulsion
conforming to the latest requirements include SOLAS 1974,1996
Amendments.
It is essential that the operators read carefully the main points in
this manual before the engine is put into service.
Reference is made to:
“CHECKS BEFORE STARTING” “STARTING” “OPERATION” and
“STOP” .
The engine must be able to start and operate under the most severe
conditions. Therefore the engine set must be carefully maintained in
accordance with this manual.
The information , specification, illustrations, instructions and
statements contained within this publication are given with our best
intentions and are believed to be correct at the time going to press. As
our continued technical development, we reserve the right to amend
any technical information with or without prior notice.
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the
particulars contained within this publication neither the manufacturer
or dealer shall in any circumstances be held liable for any inaccuracy
or the consequences thereof.
User of this manual are advised that the specification details apply
to NLDE-3 engine set and not to any one particular engine. In case of
difficulty, consult NORSAFE AS, NORWAY/CHINA or a local
distributor for further advice and technical assistance.
The information given is subject to the company’s current
condition and is for the assistance of users and is based upon results
obtained from tests carried out at the place of manufacture. Our
company doesn’t guarantee that the same results will be obtained
elsewhere under different conditions.
When purchasing parts, or giving instruction for the clients repairs,
please refer to engine part catalogue and specify NORSAFE AS. Our
company can not be responsible for any damage arising from the
parts that have not been supplied by our company.
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Exhaust flange
Note:
The dimension in bracket is only for matching ZF12M gearbox.

Fig.NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set overall dimension
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2.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENGINE SET
1. Fuel filter
2. Breather
3. Fuel injector
4. Injection pump
5. Inlet manifold
6. Outlet cock
7. Lube oil dipstick
8. Tachometer sensor
9. Gearbox dipstick
10. Expansion tanker cap
11. Fresh water pump
12. Lube oil filter
13. Gearbox
14. Gearbox oil screw
15. Alternator
16. Expansion tanker
17. Lube filling cap
18. Exhaust body
19. Lube cooler
20. Either pump
21. Starting liquid reservoir
22. Water inlet pipe
23. Water outlet pipe
24. Starting motor
25. Gearbox handle
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3. 0 GENEARAL ENGINE DATA
Type NLDE-3
In line, vertical, water cooled
Model
four stroke
Combustion chamber Direct injection
Number of cylinders 3
Bore×stroke (mm) 80×90
Total displacement (liters) 1.357

Firing order 1→3→2
Compression ratio 18:1
Rated output (kw/rpm) 20.6/2800
Fuel oil consumption at rated output (g/kw·h) ≤255
Lube oil consumption at rated output (g/kw·h) ≤2.72
Air consumption in 10 minutes (m3) 16.148

Lubrication method Splashed and forced
Method of cooling Water coolant
Counter clockwise
Direction of rotation
(Looking on flywheel end)
Method of starting Electric option spring starter
Mechanical direct translating

Method of operation
or flexible shaft remote operation
Exhaust temperature at rated output (℃) ≤550
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Overall dimension (L×W×H) (mm) 828 (796)×560×638
Weight （kg） 200
Note: the dimension in bracket is only for matching ZF12M gearbox
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4.0 MAIN STRUCTURE OF ENGINE
4.1 FUEL SYSTEM
The fuel system are important controlling components of the
diesel engine. They are composed of injectors, fuel filter, injection
pump and high and low pressure pipes and various connections. The
feed pump draws fuel from the fuel tank and deliver it to the filter.
The fuel, after passing through the filter, passes into the injection
pump. The fuel passes into the high pressure pipe then to the injector
which atomizes the fuel to fine droplets for combustion. Small
amount of fuel passes through the oil return pipe into the fuel tank.
Fuel pump timing ……………………. 24~27゜TDC
Injection pressure …………………… New: 20.5Mpa/used: 20Mpa

Diesel oil conforming GB252-87 light diesel fuel grades No.0 or
No.-35 or to USA specification ASTM D-975-77 Grades NO.1-D and
2-D.If the engine has to work in areas with extremely low ambient
temperatures, use fuel with good clog characteristic. Clog point(CFPP)
-25℃.
4.2 LUBRICATION SYSTEM

The lubrication system is made up of an oil sump, a suction strainer,
an oil pump, lube cooler ,filter and various pipes. The oil pump draws
the lube oil contained in the oil sump through oil suction strainer then
the lube oil flow into lube cooler and lube filter. The lube oil in main
oil passage is separated into three flows. One passes through main
bearing and flow into connecting rod bearing; The second passes
through the camshaft bearing and flow the sloping oil passage to
lubricate the valve rocker arm shaft liner; the third one flow into
timing idle gear bearing. Cylinder liner, piston, piston pin, connecting
rod shells etc are splash or atomized lubricated.
The lubrication oil should be added properly. If it is added to much,
it would be burning; if added to less, the bearing shells would be burnt.
It is ideal to add the oil until its level reaches between the upper and
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low marks on the dipstick. When the oil level goes down to the low
mark, lube oil should be added. Before starting the diesel engine, the
oil level should be checked.
Lube oil pressure ……………..…………….98kpa ~120kpa at idle.
250~390kpa at rated output.
Oil sump capacity……………………………5.2liters.
SCG-025/ZF12M Gearbox sump capacity….. 0.75liters/0.56 liters.
4.3 COOLING SYSTEM

The cooling system of the engine is closed water cooling system.
The cooling liquid comes from the keel cooler through the lube oil
cooler and water pump to the engine block, cylinder head, water
cooling exhaust pipe and outlet then feed back to keel cooler to make
circulation cooling.
Too high cooling temperature will cause the lamp in the control
panel to light up and acoustic alarm to function.
Water temperature …………..75~95゜C.
Antifreeze concentration of 40% should be used as an all year

round coolant. This concentration will give low temperature protection
down to -25゜C.
Additionally, 40% concentration will protect the cooling system

from corrosion.
Warning: Antifreeze contains Glycol and other constituents
which are toxic if taken internally, and can be absorbed in toxic
amounts under prolonged skin contact.
If antifreeze is swallowed accidentally, medical advice should be
sought immediately.
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Fuel
t ank
Fig Piping layout

1.Cooling water pump 2.Lube cooler 3. Keel cooler 4.Lube oil pump 5.Lube oil filter
6.Pressure control valve 7.Main bearing 8.Camshaft bearing 9.Rocker arm 10 Overflow
pipe11. Fuel oil filter 12.Fuel feed pump 13. Fuel injection pump 14. Fuel high pressure
pipe 15. Fuel injection nozzle 16. Water exhaust pipe 17. Fuel oil inlet
4.4 ELECTRIC SYSTEM.
The electric system is composed of battery charging alternator,
starting motor, relay regulator, switch, alarm buzzer, alarm lamps and
instruments.
If without FQ spring starter, two separated charging battery should
be need. The customers choose and use either one of two electric
diagrams.
Voltage: 12V. Starter motor: 2.5kw
Alternator: 750W
4.5 GEARBOX
Gearbox reduction ratio for SCG 025-3: ..2.74/2.67 (Forward/reverse)
Gearbox reduction ratio for ZF12M: …..2.63/1.95(Forward/reverse)
Rotation direction of propeller ………... Clockwise (forward)
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4.6 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
Tachomet er Swi t ch
Buzzer
6 3 +
4
5 2 1
1 3
Di ode
Low oi l pr essur e al ar m
Hi gh wat er t emp. al ar m
Di schar ge al ar m
CAP
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pr essur e sensor
G
Temp. sensor
Vol t age
r egul at or
Magnet i c
Ar mat ur e
Tachomet er sensor
Doubl e
char ge di ode
50mm2 B+ F
50mm2
St ar t er + - G + - G
Gener at or
Bat t er y 1 Bat t er y 2
12 Vol t 12 Vol t
G
Change over
Bat t er y swi t ch
I t ems wi t h dot t ed l i ne not
i ncl uded i n nor mal del i ver y.
Fig Electric diagram 1
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Tachomet er Swi t ch
Buzzer
6 3 +
4
5 2 1
1 3
Hi gh wat er t emp. al ar m
Low oi l pr essur e al ar m
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pr essur e sensor
G
Temp. sensor
Vol t age
regul at or
Magnet i c
Ar mat ur e
Tachomet er sensor
50mm2 B+ F
50mm2
St ar t er + - G + - G
Gener at or
Bat t er y 1 Bat t er y 2
12 Vol t 12 Vol t
G
Change over
Bat t ery swi t ch
I t ems wi t h dot t ed l i ne not
i ncl uded i n normal del i ver y.
Fig Electric diagram 2
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4.6.1 ELECTRIC SYSTEM PARTS DESCRIPTION
Following parts is installed either engine side or panel side
Item Electric diagram 1 Electric diagram 2
Tachometer ZS12109.Y0 ZS12109.Y0
Starting switch JK290 JK290
Buzzer FMQ-2715 FMQ-2715
Alarm lamp (water temp.) AD11-16 AD11-16
Alarm lamp (lube pressure) AD11-16 AD11-16
Charge indicating lamp AD11-16 AD11-16
Tachometer sensor ZG912346 ZG912346
Temperature sensor WB9311 WB9311
Lube pressure sensor YB1011 YB1011
Starting motor QD138C QD138C
Battery voltage 12V 12V
Voltage regulator FT111 FT111
Generator JFW17H1 JFW17H1
Diode IN5408 (No fitted)
Capacity CB822 IUOJ400V (No fitted)
Charging diode 702R 702R
4.6.2 INSTRUMENTS PANEL
According the choice of the buyer, the engine set is normally
fitted one of the two instruments panel.
1. Tachometer 2. Alarm buzzer and lamp 3.Starting switch 4.
Charging lamp (no fitted in Electric diagram 2.)
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4.7 STARTING PRECAUTIONS
Starting any engine can be dangerous in the hands of
inexperienced people. Before attempting to start any engine ,the
operator should be fully conversant with starting procedure and
controls.
①.Ensure that the batteries are in serviceable condition and
correctly connected.
②.Check that the oil levels in the engine and the gearbox are
correct.
③.Check that the fuel tank is full and that the system is primed.
④.Check that the all water drain plugs and cocks are closed.
Check that water inlet valves, if fitted, are opened.
⑤.Check that water level in the expansion tank is filled up with
mixture of water/antifreeze (40%).

4.8 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
①.Oil level in oil sump and gearbox.
②.Coolant level in the expansion tank.
③.Battery main switch is on .Oil pressure light and changing
light will now be on and the buzzer will sound.
5.0 OPERATION OF ENGINE
5.1 STARTING
①Before attempting to start the engine ,the operator should be
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familiar with the safety precautions as described earlier.
②Move the speed/gearbox lever into the neutral position by
means of the control lever.
③Turn the switch to energize the starting motor.
Release immediately, if the engine start ,and it will return to

position “0”.The alarm light as well as the buzzer should now be
off.
④ If the engine should fail to start ,due to poor battery
condition ,turn the battery switch to the second start battery and
repeat the starting procedure.
⑤ If the engine fail to start within 15 seconds ,despite good
battery condition ,release the switch and investigate the

cause .The starting motor should be allowed to cool for at least
15 seconds before attempting to restart.
⑥ At low temperature it may be necessary to ease the starting
by means of the start gas.

The operation method is shown as follows:
(1).Open the dust cover of the liquid storage. Insert the pouring
liquid pressure can into the hole of the liquid storage. Squeeze
the can to pour the liquid into liquid storage.
(2).Set the gearbox at idle while the engine is starting;
position and put the handle the operation of hand-pump
of fuel rack at mid-position. must be slowed or stopped,
(3).Start the engine. At the so as to regulate the
same time, operate the injecting liquid quantity for
hand-pump until the engine starting the engine
runs stably. stably.
(4).If knocking appears
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low tem p. starting liquid pouring system
1.Air pipe 2.H and pum p 3.Liquid 4.Liquid pipe 5.Injector 6.A ir inlet pipe
CAUTION: Keep away from all heat sources (even

sun light).The liquid is highly flammable.
5.2 STARTING BY SPRING STARTER (IF INSTALLED)

According to the buyer requests, we can install and supply the
FQ engine starter (hand starting) for the engine starting.
This starter makes use of man-power to press its spring to store
the energy. The engine is rotated, as the energy relives at a moment
and causes the engine running over the speed of starting revolution
of the engine quickly, and then the engine is starting.
Operation order and method:
1. Press the reset button.
2. Insert the handle, anticlockwise rotation, press the butterfly
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spring to fully pressing state.(The red mark is appearing).
3. The energy will relieve at a moment when the lever is
pressed. At that time the engine speed rises over the starting
revolution of the engine, then the engine is starting.
Note: The step-lever must be situated in unabated pressure
state when the engine makes use of the FQ type starter .
4. If it is necessary to rotate the engine with the hands, press
the reset button and draw-up the reliever lever and then the
engine can be rotated with the handle.
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r eset but t on
APPROX
r el ease handl e
cr anki ng bar
DIR
116
DIR
130
75
287.6 37.75
125.75
Fi g. Spr i ng st ar t i ng mot or
Note: When use the FQ starter, never open the decompression.
5.3 OPERATION
If one or more alarm do not go out, or light up when the engine
runs, the engine should be stopped at once to trace the reason.
When all function are normal, engage the gearbox by pushing
the
control lever forward or backward.
Increase the speed gradually if possible, allowing the engine
to warm
up, before going full speed.
In case of emergency, the lever can be moved into full speed
position immediately.
5.4 STOPPING
Move control lever into neutral position.
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Allow the engine to idle for appr.2 minutes to cool.
Stop the engine.
Switch off the battery main Switch.
If fresh water is only used, all of cooling water must be drained
out from
the cooling system when the ambient temperature is below 5℃
(except anti-
freeze coolant is used)
6.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

The engine has passed the lifeboat engine test programmers
before delivery. Still however the engine is not completely run in.
It is recommended to operate the engine moderately during the
first hours after it has been put into service. Full speed only for
short periods during the first 15-20 hours.
6.1 INITIAL ATTENTION
1.Check and tighten all hose clamps and unions, paying
particular attention to the fuel system.
2.Check and tighten all external nuts and bolts, particularly
mounting bolts, shaft coupling bolts and exhaust manifold bolts
and nuts.
3. Check belt tension, see ALTERNATOR BELT TENSION
section.
4.Check lubrication oil and water coolant level .
6.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERIODES
Period Attention
After the first 15 hours or after
See INITIAL ATTENTION
the first 3months
Check engine oil level.
Before start or weekly
Check coolant level.
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Check fuel level in tank.
Grease stern gland
Check gearbox oil level
Every 3 months or 25 hours
Check battery condition
Change gearbox oil and lube oil
Change lube oil filter
Every year or 200 hours
Check alternator belt tension
Check electric connect
6.3 LUBRICATION OIL SPECIFICATION
Temperature in starting ℃ Mono-grade Multi-grade
Below -15 5w 5w /30

-15
Between and 10w 10w/30
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4 15w/30
Between and 20/20 w
30 10w/30
15w/40
Above 30 30
20w/40
The temperatures mentioned in the table are the ambient
temperatures at the time when the engine is started.
However, if the running temperatures are much higher than the
starting temperatures a compromise must be struck and a higher
viscosity oil used , providing starting is satisfactory. Multi grade
oils overcome the problem, provided they have a suitable
specification .
The engines must be run on heavy duty lubricating oils,
meeting the requirements of API CC.DEF2101D, MIL-L-2104B or
MILL-L-46152A/B
Straight mineral oils are not suitable, neither are oils of less
detergency than specified.
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API CD, Series 3, or MIL-L-2104C/D oils can inhibit the
running in process in new or reconditioned engine but can be
recommended for engines running at high load factor, particularly
in conjunction with high ambient temperatures.
Following or equivalent types of oil can be used:
Mobile Delvac 1300 series BP energol DS3
Gulfpride Seies 3
Shell Rimula ×oil
Elf Disal HD3
Esso lube XD3+ Texaco URSA S3
Chevon Delco Super 3 Castrol Deusol RX super
Fina Solna 3 Amocol New Supper ACE3
Norol Marine TMA 300
6.4 GEARBOX OIL SPECIFICATION
Automatic Transmission Fluid -ATF

FORD Specification M 2 C-33 G
GM Specification ATF DEXRON ⅡD
EXXON ATFD or ATF

(or refer to gearbox manual )
6.5 MAIN SPANNER TORQUE SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION N•M
Flywheel bolt 60
Cylinder head nut 140
Connecting rod bolts 70
Prop. shaft coupling bolts (acid proof) 70
Crankshaft main bearing 125
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6.6 TIGHTENING SEQUENCES FOR CYLINDER HEAD BOLTS.
7 5 10
11 14
1 4
3 2
13 12
9 6 8
6.7 CHECK OF LUBRICATION OIL LEVEL

The lubrication oil level should always be checked before
starting.
The level should never be allowed to fall be lower mark.
6.8 LUBRICATION OIL CHANGE
The oil change should be done when the engine is warm.
Run the engine after oil change and check for any leaks.
Stop the engine, allow the oil to settle and top up if necessary.
6.9 ALTERNATOR BELT TENSION.
It is important that the belt tension is checked after an
overhaul or when new belt is installed.
New belt tension:
A force of 3~3.5 kg to deflect belt 3.5 mm
Checking and adjustment at service intervals:
A force of 2~2.4 kg to deflect belt 3.5 mm
6.10 GEARBOX OIL CHECK
Check the oil level.
Fill up if the oil level is below the mark.
SCG-025/ZF12M Gearbox sump capacity : 0.75 liters/0.56
liters.
6.11 PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM
The fuel system has to be primed before initial starting, after
fuel filter change, if the fuel system has been disconnected , or if
the engine has run out of fuel and stops.
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1.Loosen the vent plug on top of the fuel pump.
2.Turn on the handle of the fuel feed pump
3.Start the handle up-and-down movement.
4.When no air is left, retighten the vent plug and turn off the
handle of the fuel feed pump.
6.12 DRAIN THE COOLANT
Remove the cap on the top of expansion tank. Drain the coolant
through the cock in front of engine. Close the cap and cock after
draining.
Refill the cooling system with correct water anti-freezing mixture.
Let the engine run idle for 20~30 minutes.
6.13 CHANGING FUEL FILTER ELEMENT
If the fuel oil tank is installed at a level above the engine, the
cock must be closed before fuel filter change. Unscrew the filter
container and discard the filter element. Ensure that the rubber
gaskets and the spring are correctly fitted before the filter container
is reinstalled after filter change.
Priming the fuel system after filter element change, see section
6.11.
6.14 IDLING SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Start the engine and run until normal operating temperature is
reached .
Correct idling speed is less than 900 rpm and is factory set before
dispatch.
Adjustment should only be carried out after consulting
NORSAFE AS
6.15 VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
The valve clearance is :
Exhaust valve (cold) : 0.25~0.30 mm
Intake valve (cold) : 0.20~0.25 mm
6.16 STARTING AND RUNNING THE ENGINE WHILE THE
LIFEBOAT IS HOOKED IN DAVITS OR IN FREE FALL RIG
The engine should be started and run once a week and after
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any kind of maintenance work.
The running should be limited to 5 minutes at idle speed .
The water temperature alarm should be watched .
6.17 GENERAL PRECAUTTIONS ABOUT ELECTRIC SYSTEM
The following points must be strictly observed when working
on the electric system, otherwise serious damage can occur.
1.Never remove any electrical cable without first
disconnecting the batteries.
2.Never disconnect the alternator cables while the engine is
running.
3.Only disconnect the batteries with engine stopped and all
switches in the OFF position.
4.Always check that cables are connected to their correct
terminals before reconnecting the batteries .A reversal of polarity
or short circuit will destroy diodes and transistors in the
alternator and regulator.
5.Never flash any connections to check the current flow.
6.Always keep the electrical connections properly tightened.
6.18 STORAGE
1. If the engine is to be put out of service for a long period of time,

It is necessary to drain out lubricating oil, cooling water and fuel
when engine is still warm after stopping the engine.
2. Perform maintenances accordingly.
3. Dismantle both intake and exhaust manifolds and pour into the
cylinder liners from the air passages about 0.2 kg of clean
dehydrated oil (By heating the lubricating oil to 110~120℃, until
all air bubble on surface of oil disappear). And rotate the crankshaft
so that the valves, cylinder liners and pistons etc. are all covered
with a layer of this oil.. Then install the intake manifold and exhaust
body.
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4.Remove sludge and dust from outer surface of the engine. Smear
anti-rust oil on to exposed machined surfaces of parts of the engine.
Rubber plastic components are prohibited to be smeared with oil.
5. Block the intake manifold and exhaust pipe flange with wooden
plug, or wrap them up properly with plastic cloth in order to prevent
any dust from getting in.
6.The engine so preserved should be stored in room of good
ventilation and low humidity but without any dust. It is strictly
forbidden to store the engine wherever there are chemical.
The preservation according to above procedure may be good for
three months. Over this period, repeat this procedure.
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7 .0 TROUBLE SHOOTING
This section is intended as a guide only. If you are in
difficulty, please consult NORSAFE AS.
7.1 DIFFICULT IN STARTING THE ENGINE
Causes Remedial method

(1).The fuel filter or pipe are obstructed.Clean the filter or pipes
(2).Air is locked in the fuel Drain the air and tighten all fuel pipe
connectors
(3).The fuel injection advance angle is Adjust the fuel injection advance angle
incorrect. as specification.
(4).The valve clearance is incorrect Adjust the valve clearance as required.
(5).Battery not fully charged or poor wire Charge the battery fully or tighten the
connections connections.
(6). No fuel in tank or poor spray from Fill up the fuel or adjust the injecting
injector pressure as required.
(7).Low cylinder compression pressure Check and change the piston ring or
cylinder liner. Change the cylinder head
gasket if damaged.
7.2 INSUFFICIENT OUTPUT
(1) Low cylinder compression pressure Refer to 7.1(7)
(2) The fuel injection advance angle is Refer to 7.1(3)
incorrect.
(3) The valve clearance is incorrect Refer to 7.1(4)
(4) Fuel supply for each cylinder is Adjust the fuel quantity of fuel injection
unequal. pump.
(5) Low engine speed Adjust the engine speed to specification.
(6) Excessive wear of plunger couple of Renew new plunger couple.
Injection pump
(7) The exhaust system clogged. Clean.
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7.3 BLACK SMOKING FROM EXHAUST
(1). The engine is overloaded Reduce the load properly.
(2). Fuel injector defeats Renew one.
(3).Poor fuel quality Change the fuel as specification
(4)The fuel injection advance angle Refer to 7.1(3)
is incorrect.
(5)Combustion is incomplete Check the injector, fuel injection
advance angle, cylinder gasket and
cylinder compression pressure etc.
7.4 LOW LUBE OIL PRESSURE

(1) Lube oil in oil sumps too low. Fill up to the right mark.
(2) Lube oil pipe leaks Tighten all connectors.
(3) Lube filter obstructed. Replace lube filter.
(4) The lube oil is too thickness Replace the lube oil as specification
(5) Pressure sensor or lamp defeats Replace a new one.
(6) Gear pump worn out and Replace gears pump and adjust the
clearance is over clearances
7.5 ENGINE KNOCKING

(1).The fuel injection advance angle is Refer to 7.1(3)
incorrect.
(2) Air or water is mixed in fuel system Refer to 7.1(2)
(3)Fuel supply for each cylinder is Refer to 7.2(4)
unequal.
(4)Wear of the certain components Replace the worn parts.
exceeds specification limits
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7.6 ENGINE OVERHEATING
(1) Temperature of coolant water too
high
a. Insufficient coolant or vapor Add water coolant
lock in cooling system
b. Cooling water pump defeats Repair or replace water pump
c. Water pump belt is loose Refer to section 6.9
(2) Lube oil temperature is too high.
a. Low lube oil level or high. Fill or drain the lube oil
b. Low lube oil pressure with Refer to 7.4
insufficient flow.
(3) The engine is overloaded. Refer to 7.3(1)
7.7 ENGINE OVER SPEED OR OVERRIDE

(1) Governor malfunction. Stop engine and repair immediately.
(2) Control bar of fuel injection pump Ditto
is stuck.
(3) Fuel supplying of injection pump Stop the engine and readjust fuel
is too large. pump delivery.
(4) Oil gets into cylinder too much Stop the engine and check and repair
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Appendix 1：NLDE-3 diesel engine set delivery list
This list is a standard delivery list.
No. Description Unit Qty Remarks
1 Marine diesel engine set Set 1
2 Tools &spare parts supplied with engine Box 1
3 NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set operation manual Piece 1
4 Gearbox operation manual Piece 1
5 NLDE-3 marine engine set parts catalogue Piece 1
6 Instruction for wheel house Piece 1
7 NLDE-3 Class inspecting certificate Piece 1
8 Product inspecting certificate Piece 1
Appendix 2：Tools supplied with NLDE-3 marine diesel engine set
No. Description Unit Qty
1 Valve tapping tools 1
2 Tapping sand (140#) 1
3 Feeler gauge 1
4 8# screw driver 1
5 Spanner 8×10 1
6 Spanner 13×16 1
7 Spanner18×21 1
8 1
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Contact with:
Norsafe A/S
Address:PO Box 115，N-4852 Færvik,Norway
Tel: (+47) 3705 8500

Fax: (+47) 3705 8501
Jiangyin Norsafe F.R.P Co.,Ltd.

Address: Yuecheng Town,Jiangyin City, Jiangsu Province,China
Tel: (+86) 510 6986900;6986033
Fax:(+86) 510 6987371
Vip code : 214404
Website: www.norsafe.no
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EC Declaration of Conformity, available at www.jotron.com
Abbreviations and definitions

BAUD
Transmission rate unit of measurement for binary coded data (bit per second).
BIT
Short form of Binary Digit. The smallest element of data in a binary-coded
value.
BITE
Built in test equipment
BPS
Bits Per Second.
CHARACTER STRING
Continuous characters (other than spaces) in a message.
CHECKSUM
The value sent with a binary-coded message to be checked at the receiving end to
verify the integrity of the message.
COSPAS
COsmicheskaya Sistyema Poiska Avariynich Sudov (Space System for the
Search of Vessels in Distress)
CLOCK
A precisely spaced, stable train of pulses generated within an electronic system
to synchronize the timing of digital operations within the system.
DEFAULT
The operator initiates a condition that the navigator assumes automatically if no
other condition.
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EPIRB
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS)

The NAVSTAR Global Positioning System, which consists of orbiting satellites,
a network of ground control stations, and user positioning and navigation
equipment. The system has 24 satellites plus 3 active spare satellites in six
orbital planes about 20,200 kilometers above the earth.
GPS
Global Position System
GPS SYSTEM TIME

Time corrected to Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) and used as the time
standard by the user segment of the GPS system.
IEC
International Electro-technical Commission.
IMO
International Maritime Organization
INTERFACE
Electronic circuits that permit the passage of data between different types of
devices; For example, the speed and heading interface circuit permits data from a
speed log and compass to pass to the navigator processor.
ITU
International Telecommunication Union.
LED
Light Emitting Diode.
LUT
Local User Terminal (Ground Station).
MCC
Mission Control Centre.
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PROCESSOR
The processor circuit card in the console that controls system operations and
computes the positioning/navigation solutions.
RCC
Rescue Coordination Centre.
SARSAT
Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking System.
SBM
Shore Based Maintenance – as required by SOLAS regulation IV/15.9.2
of SOLAS 1974 as amended with, in accordance with MSC/Circ. 1039
guidelines for Shore-Based Maintenance (SBM) of Satellite EPIRBs within
5 years if:
Passenger ships (> 12 passengers) and cargo ships (> 300GT) engaged in
International voyages, shall perform SBM as follows:
- Latest by the date of the EPIRB label with this text, or the battery
Label, whichever is first.
- When this EPIRB becomes due for SBM in accordance with national
requirements.
SOFTWARE
Values programmed and preloaded into memory. The values represent a
permanent set of instructions for running the automatic functions (computations)
of the navigator.
VHF
Very High Frequency -A set of frequencies in the MHz region.
VSWR
Voltage standing wave ratio
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Amendment Record
AMENDMENT INCORP. DATE PAGE(S) VERSION REASON FOR
NO. BY CHANGE
1 ES A EM3829
2 ES B EM3903
3 ES C
4 ES 17.01.07 36 D New version
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TO PERMANENTLY DISABLE EPIRB
The battery module must be removed and treated

according to chapter 6.1 paragraph 1, 2, 3 and 4,
chapter 6.1.3, 6.1.4, 6.1.5 and 6.1.6 in this manual.
The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.
CAUTION!
This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling

precautions to avoid static discharges which may damage these devices.
JOTRON electronics a.s reserves the right to make changes without further
notice to any products or modules described herein to improve reliability,
function or design. JOTRON electronic a.s does not assume any liability
arising out of the application or use of the described product.
Jotron Electronics a.s. is a prime manufacturer of safety equipment designed for rescue of human
lives and their property. For safety equipment to be effective in line with the design parameters it is
important that they are handled, stowed and maintained in compliance with the manufacturers
instructions. Jotron Electronics a.s. can not be held responsible for any damage caused due to
incorrect use of the equipment or breach of laid down procedures or for failure of any specific
component or other parts of the equipment.
The chapter covering battery replacement (6.1.2) is added for information only. Jotron Electronics
a.s. does not take any responsibility for improper disassembling/assembling of the beacon. We
strongly recommend all service to be done by authorized Jotron agents. In addition to normal
service, Jotron agents have the necessary equipment and education to test the operational functions
of the beacon. Non-original maintenance and/or service parts may destroy the equipment function
and performance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................................13
1.1 TRON 45SX.............................................................................................................13

1.2 ..............................................................................................................13
TRON 45S
1.3 ...............................................................................................................13
BRACKETS
1.4 STANDARD SUPPLY 97800 TRON 45SX .........................................................................14
1.4.1 Options Tron 45SX ........................................................................ 14
1.4.2 Spare parts Tron 45SX ..................................................................... 14
1.5 STANDARD SUPPLY 97796 TRON 45S ...........................................................................14
1.5.1 Options Tron 45S .......................................................................... 14
1.5.2 Spare parts Tron 45S....................................................................... 15
1.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION...............................................................................................15
1.6.1 SIGNAL DETECTION ....................................................................15

1.6.2 DISTRESS LOCATION DETERMINATION ............................................ 16
1.6.3 EPIRB REGISTRATION.................................................................. 16
2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................18
2.1 GENERAL ..............................................................................................................18

2.2 COSPAS/SARSAT TRANSMITTER ...................................................................................18
2.3 HOMING TRANSMITTER .............................................................................................19
2.4 BRACKETS .............................................................................................................19
2.4.1 Brackets Tron 45S .........................................................................
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2.4.2 Bulkhead bracket (Bmb) X-82224 ......................................................... 19
2.4.3 MB45 bracket X-82226 ................................................................... 19
2.5 BRACKET TRON 45SX X-97801 .................................................................................19
3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................20
3.1 TRON 45S/SX ........................................................................................................20

3.2 ELECTRONIC UNIT WITH ANTENNA...............................................................................20
3.3 BATTERY UNIT. ......................................................................................................20
3.4 SCREW RING WITH GASKET. .......................................................................................20
4 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................21
4.1 BRACKETS .............................................................................................................21
4.1.1 MOUNTING THE BRACKETS .......................................................... 21

5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................22
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5.1 OPERATION OF THE TRON 45S ....................................................................................22
5.2 MANUAL OPERATION OF THE TRON 45SX .....................................................................22
5.3 EPIRB MAIN SWITCH ..............................................................................................23
5.4 TESTING TRON 45S/SX ............................................................................................23
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................23
6.1 EPIRB MODULE / BATTERY MODULE..............................................................................23
6.1.1 CHANGE OF BATTERY ................................................................. 23

6.1.2 REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULE ............................................... 24
6.1.3 BATTERY DISPOSAL ................................................................... 24
6.1.4 INCINERATION .......................................................................... 24
6.1.5 LAND FILLING ........................................................................... 24
6.1.6 RECYCLING .............................................................................. 24
6.2 TRON 45S/SX SELF TEST .............................................................................................25
6.3 MAINTENANCE OF JOTRON EPIRB .................................................................................25
6.4 EPIRB ERROR MESSAGES ...........................................................................................26
7 FIGURES ...................................................................................................................27
7.1 SIGNAL DETECTION..................................................................................................27
7.2 BRACKET DRAWINGS ...............................................................................................28
7.2.1 Bracket, aluminium ........................................................................ 28
7.2.2 Bulkhead bracket .......................................................................... 29
7.2.3 MB45 bracket .............................................................................. 30
7.3 MANUAL OPERATION OF THE TRON 45SX .....................................................................31
7.4 REPLACING BATTERY MODULE ...................................................................................33
8 NOTES ......................................................................................................................34
9 SERVICE AGENTS ........................................................................................................35
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BATTERY SAFETY DATA SHEET
(Form: EEC directive 91/155)
(2) SAFETY ADVICE

S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S8 Keep container dry.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S43 In case of fire, use D type extinguishers. Never use water.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately (show the label where possible).
(3) FIRST AID MEASURES

In case of contact of cell contents with eyes, flush immediately with water for 15 min. With skin, wash
with plenty of water and take off contaminated clothes. If inhaled, remove from exposure, give oxygen,
seek medical advice.
(4) FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable: Type D fire extinguishers
Not to be used: Water - CO2 - Halon, dry chemical or foam extinguishers
Special exposure hazards

Generation of chlorine, sulphur dioxide, disulphur dichloride during
thermal decomposition.
Special protective equipment

Use protective working boots, rubber apron and safety glasses with side shields.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR KEEPING THE RADIO LOG AND THE RADIO OPERATORS
OBLIGATION ACCORDING TO NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REGULATION.
1. The radio log shall be kept in accordance with requirements in the Radio Regulations, SOLAS
Convention, national regulations regarding radio installations and the STCW Convention (STCW 95
including the STCW Code) including the relevant regulation regarding watch keeping on board
passenger and cargo ships.
2. Unauthorized transmissions and incidents of harmful interference should, if possible, be identified,
recorded in the radio log and brought to the attention of the Administration in compliance with the Radio
Regulations, together with an appropriate extract from the radio log. (STCW Code B-VIII/2 No.32)
TEST OF RADIO EQUIPMENT AND RESERVE SOURCE OF ENERGY
Weekly:
GMDSS handheld VHF transceivers to be tested without using the mandatory required emergency
batteries.
Monthly:
Float-free and manual EPIRBs to be checked using the means provided for testing on the equipment.
Check data for periodical maintenance requirement for float-free EPIRB search and rescue radar
transponders (SART) to be checked against 9 GHz radar.
False alerts transmitted by EPIRB

False alerts are a serious problem for the rescue service. Nearly 90% of EPIRB initiated distress alerts
turn out to be false alarms.
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If for any reason, your EPIRB should cause a false alarm, it is most important that you contact the
nearest search and rescue authority and tell them it was a false alarm. They can then stand down any
rescue service (coast radio station or appropriate CES or RCC). Use any means at your disposal to make
contact. Switch off the distress alarm by de-activating your EPIRB, as soon as possible.
If your beacon is activated in a non-distress situation or a distress situation which

has been resolved and you no longer require assistance, contact the nearest search
and rescue authorities via the most expeditious means available with the following information:
Beacon ID number (15 character UIN):

Position (At time of activation):
Date of Activation:
Time of Activation (Time zone):
Duration of Activation:
Beacon marke and model:
Vessel Name/lD:
Circumstances/cause (if known):
The United States search and rescue authority is the U.S. Coast Guard. The primary points of contact
are:
Pacific Ocean Area

USCG Pacific Area Command Centre
Tel: (510)-437-3701
Atlantic Ocean / Gulf of Mexico Area

USCG Atlantic Area Command Centre
Tel: (757)~398-6231
From Any Location

USCG Headquarters Command Centre
Tel: (800)-323-7233
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TEST AND MAINTENANCE RECORD
DATE N/T/B SIGN INSP
N=NEW EPIRB INSTALLED, T=TEST, B=NEW BATTERY
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1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Tron 45SX and Tron 45S is emergency equipment consisting of:
• COSPAS/SARSAT emergency EPIRB for manually operation.
The purpose of the Tron 45S and Tron 45SX is to give a primary alarm to the search and rescue
authorities. The EPIRB gives an immediate alarm when activated, transmitting the ID of the vessel in
distress. Care must be taken not to activate the EPIRB unless in an emergency situation, in such cases
the user will be held responsible.
For periodic testing a test function is implemented. During the test cycle the EPIRB does a self-test on
the transmitters and on the battery status. No emergency signal is transmitted during the self-test.
1.1 TRON 45SX
The Tron 45SX EPIRB is developed to meet the regulations and rules for use on vessels and life rafts in
the maritime service according to the MED 96/98/EC directive, and meets the specifications for 406
MHz EPIRBs for use in search and rescue operations at sea.
The Tron 45SX can be operated as a manual EPIRB, by manually releasing it from its bracket and/or
container and then activating it by manual or seawater activation.
The battery of the Tron 45SX EPIRB will last for at least 48 hours from activation of the EPIRB.
1.2 TRON 45S
The Tron 45S EPIRB is developed to meet the regulations and rules for use on small vessels and various
other applications in the maritime service according to the R&TTE 1999/5/EC directive, and meets the
specifications for 406 MHz EPIRBs for use in search and rescue operations at sea:
The Tron 45S can be operated as a manual EPIRB, by manually releasing it from its bracket and/or
container and then activating it by manual or seawater activation.
The battery of the Tron 45S EPIRB will last for at least 24 hours from activation of the EPIRB.
1.3 Brackets
The Container brackets are typically used to store the EPIRB inside the wheel house or other protected
areas of the ship. One bulkhead brackets is available for the Tron 45S. When the Tron 45S is mounted in
the bracket, it must be manually removed before any operation can take place, therefore the bracket
should be mounted in an easily accessible place where it can be reached in a hurry in case of emergency.
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1.4 Standard supply 97800 Tron 45SX
Pos.: Specification: Quantity
EPIRB Tron 45SX complete main unit 1
97802 Container, made from ABS 1
98955 Users manual 1
1.4.1 Options Tron 45SX

Pos.: Specification:
99897 Programming
97801 Bracket, made from aluminium
1.4.2 Spare parts Tron 45SX

97801 Bracket, made from aluminium
97802 Container, made from ABS
97812 Electronic unit , complete
97770 Battery, Tron 45SX, 5 years maintenance kit
97814 Antenna
97791 Label, battery
98955 Users manual for Tron 45S/SX
1.5 Standard supply 97796 Tron 45S

Pos.: Specification: Quantity
EPIRB Tron 45S complete main unit 1
98955 Users manual 1
1.5.1 Options Tron 45S

99897 Programming
97798 Container
97797 Bracket for use with container 97798
98876 Protective neoprene sock
82224 Bulkhead bracket, manual release
82226 MB-45 protective cover, wall mount version
82228 Plastimo 1`` clamps for rail installation of MB-45 (vertical) - 2 each
82255 Quick release unit for MB-45
82370 Safety grab bag
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1.5.2 Spare parts Tron 45S
97812 Electronic unit, complete
97769 Battery, Tron 45S, 4 years maintenance kit
82224 Bulkhead bracket
97814 Antenna
97793 Label, battery
98955 Users manual for Tron 45S/SX
1.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The COSPAS/SARSAT system was introduced in 1982 as a worldwide search and rescue system with
the help of satellites covering the earth’s surface. Since the introduction of the system more than 18865
persons have been rescued by the COSPAS/ SARSAT system (2004). Currently the system consists of 5
functional satellites in a polar orbit constellation, these satellites cover the entire earth’s surface and
receive the emergency signal from the 406 MHz transmitter within the Tron 45S/SX, more polar
orbiting satellites will be available in the future, giving a faster location and rescue time.
In addition several geostationary satellites are equipped with a 406 MHz transponder, these satellites are not able to
locate the Tron 45S/SX but will give an early warning to the rescue forces, minimising the time from an emergency
occurs till the rescue forces are at the site.
Each emergency EPIRB in the system is programmed with its own unique code, therefore it is vital that the ships data
that is given to the dealer you obtained your Tron 45S/SX, is correct. It is also important that your EPIRB is registered
in the database for each country. This database is normally located in the same country that the ship is registered.
1.6.1 SIGNAL DETECTION
See figure 7.1.a
When the Tron 45S/SX is activated it transmits on the frequencies 121.5 MHz and 406.025 MHz. An
analogue signal is emitted on 121.5 MHz and a digital signal is transmitted on 406.025 MHz. After the
Tron 45S/SX is activated, the next passing satellite will detect the transmitted signal and relay it to an
antenna at a ground station, called an LUT.
For the 121.5 MHz signal the satellite must be within line of sight of both the Tron 45S/SX and a ground
station. The ground station or LUT has a 2500 km satellite reception radius centred at the LUT. In areas
without LUT coverage (mostly less populated areas in the southern hemisphere), signals from the 121.5
MHz transmitter will not be detected by the satellites, only by passing aircraft’s. This is not the case
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with the 406 MHz transmitter, because the satellites have a memory unit, which stores the signals for
relay to the next available LUT giving it a truly global coverage.
Once the signal is received by the LUT, it is processed for location and sent to a Mission Control Centre
(MCC). The MCC sorts the alert data according to geographic search and rescue regions and distributes
the information to the appropriate Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC), or if outside the national search
and rescue area, to the appropriate MCC that covers the area where the distress signal was detected. The
RCC in turn takes the necessary action to initiate search and rescue activities.
The International Cospas-Sarsat System will cease satellite processing of 121.5/243 MHz beacons from
1 February 2009. From that date only 406 MHz beacons will be detected by the Cospas-Sarsat satellite
system. This affects all maritime beacons (EPIRBs), all aviation beacons (ELTs) and all personal
beacons (PLBs)
1.6.2 DISTRESS LOCATION DETERMINATION
See figure 7.1.b

The location of the distress signal is determined by taking measurements of the doppler shift of the
EPIRB frequency when the satellite first approach and then pass the EPIRB.
The actual frequency is heard at the time of closest approach (TCA). Knowing the position of the
satellite and using the received doppler signal information, it is possible to determine the location of the
Tron 45S/SX from the satellite at the TCA. At the LUT, actually two positions are calculated. One is the
actual position (A) and the other is the mirror image (B) position. A second satellite pass confirms the
correct location (A). With the 406 system the real solution can be determined on the first pass with a
reliability of nearly 90% and down to an accuracy of less than 5 km (3.1 miles).
1.6.3 EPIRB REGISTRATION
Normally the MCC will contact the vessel or the contact person registered in a shipping register and/or
an EPIRB register (Ships owner, family member etc.) before alerting the RCC. This is to determine if
the alarm from the EPIRB for some reason is a false alarm, and an expensive rescue operation can be
avoided. Because of this it is important that the ships data is correct in the shipping register or in the
EPIRB database.
Tron 45S/SX purchased in some countries will have a registration form attached to it, it is important that
this registration form is completed by the owner and returned to the place the EPIRB was purchased or
to the address specified on the registration form.
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Other countries use the already available shipping register to obtain the necessary information for a
vessel in distress, in these countries the ship is already registered and no registration form is necessary,
however it is vital that the coding of the Tron 45S/SX is kept up to date with data on the ship
(nationality, call sign, etc.), to minimize the time from an alarm to the start of the search and rescue
operation. Reprogramming the Tron 45S/SX can be done at authorized JOTRON agents in more than
180 different places throughout the world.
If you are a resident of the United States, you must register this beacon with the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) using the registration card included with the unit. Fill out the
form and send it to:
SARSAT Beacon Registry, NOAA-SARSAT, E/SP3, FB4, Room 3320, 5200 Auth Road, Suitland, MD
20746-4304
Vessel owners shall advise NOAA in writing upon change of vessel or EPIRB ownership. Transfer of
EPIRB to another vessel, or any other change in registration information, NOAA will provide registrants
with proof of registration and change of registration postcards.
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2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 GENERAL
Dimensions:
Tron 45S: Height: 345 mm
+ Antenna: 180 mm
Max diameter: 85 mm
Weight: app. 0.7 kg
Tron 45SX: Height: 490 mm

+ Antenna: 180 mm
Max diameter: 85 mm
Weight: app. 0.9 kg
Antenna: Vertical polarisation, omnidirectional.

Visual indication: Built in Xenon flash and Test LED.
Operating temperature: -20ºC to +55ºC. Class2.
Battery: Tron 45S: X-97769

Lithium, 5 years service life.
2 pcs. SAFT LSH20 Lithium- Thionyl chloride (Li-SOCL2)
Tron 45SX: X-97770

Lithium, 5 years service life.
4 pcs. SAFT LSH20 Lithium- Thionyl chloride (Li-SOCL2)
Operating Life: More than 24 hours at -20ºC. (Tron 45S).

More than 48 hours at -20ºC. (Tron 45SX).
Material housing: Polycarbonate with 10% fibreglass.
2.2 COSPAS/SARSAT TRANSMITTER

Frequency: 406.025 MHz - + 2 ppm
Output power: 5W -+ 2 dB
Protocols: Maritime, Serialized, Radio Call sign
Modulation: Phase modulation 1.1 -+ 0.1 rad
Data encoding: Bi Phase L
Stability: Short term <- 10-9
Medium term <- 10-9
Residual noise <- 3x10-9
Bit rate: 400 b/s
Antenna: Omni-directional.
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2.3 HOMING TRANSMITTER
Frequency: 121.500 MHz
Output power: Up to 100 mW.
Modulation: A9, AM sweep tone between 300Hz and 1600Hz.
Sweep range: 700 Hz, Sweep rate: 2.5 Hz.
Stability: 10 ppm over temperature range.
Antenna: Omni-directional.
2.4 BRACKETS
2.4.1 Brackets Tron 45S
2.4.2 Bulkhead bracket (Bmb) X-82224
Dimensions: Height: 380 mm

Width: 100 mm
Depth: 100 mm
Weight: 200 g
Material: Light alloy
2.4.3 MB45 bracket X-82226

Width: 139 mm
Depth: 120 mm
Weight: 720 g
Material: ABS with acryl cover
2.5 Bracket Tron 45SX X-97801

Width: 100 mm
Depth: 100 mm
Weight: 250 g
Material: Aluminium
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3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
3.1 Tron 45S/SX
Tron 45S/SX may be split into the following main parts:
1. Electronic unit with antenna

2. Battery unit
3. Screw ring with gasket
3.2 Electronic unit with antenna.
The electronic unit consists of two printed circuit boards which are mounted in the upper housing. One is
the VHF/Logic board and the other is the UHF board.
The Xenon flash and indicator LED is placed on the VHF/Logic board.
The main switch is also located on the main board.
The housing is made of polycarbonate.
3.3 Battery unit.
In the lower part of the housing there is safety switch. This safety switch prevents activation whilst placed
in the container or the bracket.
A brass weight gives stability while floating.
The batteries are encapsulated by a thin copper foil, which acts as a ground plane for the antenna. The
battery is moulded with silicon inside the battery container.
3.4 Screw ring with gasket.
A screw ring holds the two parts of the housing together. An O-ring is fitted between the two parts.
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4 INSTALLATION
4.1 BRACKETS
Manually Brackets:
Tron 45S - Bulkhead bracket.
Tron 45S – Bracket for Container.
Tron 45SX – Bracket for Container.
The manual brackets are used to store the beacon inside the wheelhouse or other protected places.
The location must also be easily accessible for testing and maintenance.
The bulkhead bracket are delivered with protective cover.
WARNING:
DO NOT INSTALL THE EPIRB NEAR STRONG
MAGNETIC FIELDS THAT COULD ACTIVATE THE BEACON.
When the Tron 45S/SX is mounted in the brackets, it will operate as a manual unit. This bracket is
typically used to store the EPIRB inside the wheelhouse or other protected areas of the ship. When the
Tron 45S/SX is mounted in the brackets, it must be manually removed before any operation can take
place, therefore the bracket should be mounted in an easily accessible place where it can be removed in
a hurry in case of an emergency.
4.1.1 MOUNTING THE BRACKETS
See figures in chapter 7.2

The brackets are mounted with bolts according to the drawings. Use the bolts supplied with the
bracket. The bracket could be mounted in either a vertical or horizontal position, whichever is the best
regarding maintenance and operation.
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5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 Operation of the Tron 45S

When the Tron 45S is mounted in the Bulkhead mounting bracket (Bmb) it is a safety switch in the battery
compartment that will prevent activation. This safety switch can be released by one action allowing the
beacon to be manually activated in the bracket by a second action, activating the main switch.
As the first action, the beacon can also be released from the Bmb.
If the beacon is mounted in the Bmb inside the MB45, the first action of activation must be to remove the
MB45 cover.
Mounted in the container, the Tron 45S has to be released from the container to be able to manually
operate.
Beacon mounted in Bmb Beacon mounted in Bmb Beacon mounted in

inside MB45 Container
First Action Remove safety switch of Remove cover of MB45 Remove Beacon from
Bmb or Container
Remove Beacon from Bmb
Second Activate Main switch Remove safety switch of Activate Main switch
Action or Bmb orRemove Beacon or
Drop into water from Bmb Drop into water
Third Action Activate Main switch or
Drop into water
Figure 5.1 actions of Tron 45S operation
5.2 Manual operation of the Tron 45SX

See chapter 7.3
Remove the beacon from the bracket.
Remove lid on the container and pull the beacon out.
Drop the beacon into the water, or break the seal on the main switch and pull the locking pin. The switch
will automatically go to the Emergency (ON) position.
The red indicator lamp and the Xenon flash on top of the beacon will start operating, indicating that the
beacon is active.
NOTE!
The beacon performs a complete self-test before any emergency signals are transmitted. The Transmitters
will start after approx. 70 seconds.
The transmission can be stopped by removing the beacon from the water, or turning the switch back to the
READY position, and replace the locking pin.
Placing the Tron 45S/SX in the container or in its bracket will also turn the beacon off.
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5.3 EPIRB Main switch
Break the seal on the main switch and the switch will automatically go to the ON (Emergency) position.
The red indicator lamp and the Xenon flash on the main board will start operating, indicating that the
EPIRB is active.
5.4 Testing Tron 45S/SX
The beacon must be removed from the bracket or container before testing can be performed.
Turn the switch to the «TEST» position. The red indicator will start flashing for approx. 15 sec. This is to
allow the internal OCXO (Oven Controlled Reference Oscillator) to warm up.
Then the output power of both transmitters are checked, the battery voltage and the PLL of the 406
Transmitter.
A complete message on the 406 Frequency is transmitted, with inverted frame sync.
If all tests are passed there will be one flash in the Xenon bulb, and the red indicator light will turn on and
stay on until the switch is released.
A successful test will then consist of a series of rapid flashes in the test indicator, followed by one Xenon
flash and continuous light in the test indicator.
Any other behaviour indicates a fault in the beacon.
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 EPIRB MODULE / BATTERY MODULE
The EPIRB shall be tested and approved as required by SOLAS regulation IV/15.9.2 of SOLAS 1974
as amended with, in accordance with MSC/Circ.1039 guidelines for shore-based maintenance of
Satellite EPIRBs within 5 years if: Passenger ships (>12 passengers) and cargo ships (>300GT)
engaged in international voyages, shall perform Shore-Based Maintenance (SMB) as follows:
-Latest by the date of the EPIRB label with this text, or the battery label, whichever is first.
- When this EPIRB becomes due for SBM in accordance with national requirements.
6.1.1 CHANGE OF BATTERY
If the Tron 45SX is the main EPIRB on board the vessel, the rules of SBM apply, and the battery must be
changed at an SBM authorized workshop.
If the Tron 45SX is the second EPIRB on board the ship, authorized personnel can change the battery on
board.
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6.1.2 REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULE
The lower part of the beacon of the housing is replaced with a new one.
See chapter 7.4
1. Unscrew the ring.

2. Separate the two parts of the housing.
3. Disconnect the battery connector.
4. Check that the new battery is marked with date of expiration.
5. Place the new gasket on the battery housing.
6. Connect the battery connector.
7. Replace the upper part, taking care that the gasket is correctly fitted.
8. Replace the screw ring.
9. Perform a Self-test.
6.1.3 BATTERY DISPOSAL
Dispose in accordance with applicable regulations, which vary from country to country.(In most countries,
the thrashing of used batteries is forbidden and the end-users are invited to dispose of them properly,
eventually through non-profit organizations, mandated by local governments or organized on a voluntary
basis by professionals).Lithium batteries should have their terminals insulated prior to disposal.
6.1.4 INCINERATION
Incineration should never be performed by battery users but eventually by trained professionals in
authorized facilities with proper gas and fumes treatment.
6.1.5 LAND FILLING
Leachability regulations (mg/l)
Component Leachability EC EPA Other*

limit
Iron 100 5
Nickel 100 500 2 0,5
* Applicable to France
6.1.6 RECYCLING
Send to authorized recycling facilities, eventually through a licensed waste carrier.
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6.2 TRON 45S/SX SELF TEST
1. Remove the EPIRB from the bracket.
2. Press the spring-loaded switch on top of the EPIRB to “TEST” position.

Keep hands and objects away from the antenna.
3. A successful test will consist of a series of flashes on the red LED test indicator, followed by a
continuous light and a Xenon strobe flash after app. 15 seconds.
This is to allow the internal OCXO (Oven Controlled Reference Oscillator) to warm up.
Then the output power of both transmitters are checked, the battery voltage and the PLL of the 406
Transmitter.
A complete message on the 406 Frequency is transmitted, with inverted frame sync.
4. If the EPIRB fails to end up with a continuous light, this indicates a fault in the EPIRB.
See chapter 6.4.
6.3 MAINTENANCE OF JOTRON EPIRB
Every Month: Perform EPIRB self-test. See chapter 6.2.

What the self-test actually does is to send out a short test signal on 121,5 and 406,037MHz, testing the
output of the transmitter. While transmitting the test signal, the battery voltage, output power and phase
lock is tested. During the test of the 406MHz transmitter a test message is transmitted, this test message is
coded with a special synchronization code and will not be recognized as real alert by the
COSPAS/SARSAT satellites. Carry out visual inspection for defects on both the Tron 45S/SX and
Bracket. The Tron 45S/SX should be easily removed and replaced in the Bracket. Make sure that the Tron
45S/SX and Bracket is not painted or otherwise covered with chemicals, oil, etc. Check the expiry date of
the EPIRB Battery and the Hydrostatic Release Mechanism. Check the presence of a firmly attached
lanyard in good condition and that it is neatly stowed and is not tied to the vessel or the mounting bracket.
If the Tron 45S/SX is the main EPIRB on board, these rules must be followed:
Every 12th month:

If the Tron 45S/SX is the main EPIRB on board and the ship falls under the SOLAS regulations of SBM,
these rules must be followed: Perform extended annual test according to IMO’s MSC/Circ.1040 (Annual
testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs) as required by SOLAS IV/15.9.This test can be carried out by one of
Jotron’s authorized representatives or any other service provider in possession of a Tron UNIDEC, Tron
DEC or any other Cospas/Sarsat EPIRB tester/decoder.
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Every 2ndYear:
Hydrostatic Release Mechanism including Plastic Bolt on the Float Free Brackets must be replaced.
(Check expiry date on label).
Every 5thYear:
See chapter 6.1.
6.4 EPIRB ERROR MESSAGES
If the self-test detects a fault in the EPIRB module one or more of the following indications are shown:
1. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by one (1) flash, no Xenon flash:
Error: Low power on 406 MHz transmitter
2. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by two (2) flashes, no Xenon flash:
Error: Low battery voltage
3. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by three (3) flashes, no Xenon flash:
Error: Low power on 121.5 MHz transmitter
4. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by four- (4) flash, no Xenon flash:
Error: PLL on 406 Transmitter out of lock
5. Five (5) flashes, no Xenon flash:

Error: EPIRB module not programmed or programming not complete
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7 FIGURES
7.1 SIGNAL DETECTION
See chapter 1.6.1 and 1.6.2.
Figure 7.1.a
Figure 7.1.b
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7.2 Bracket drawings
7.2.1 Bracket, aluminium
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7.2.2 Bulkhead bracket
1
3
2
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7.2.3 MB45 bracket
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7.3 Manual operation of the Tron 45SX
See chapter 5.2
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7.4 REPLACING BATTERY MODULE
See chapter 6.1.2
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8 NOTES
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9 SERVICE AGENTS
Please look at www.jotron.com for Marine Service Agents.
JOTRON Group subsidiary companies:
Jotron UK Ltd.
Crosland Park, Off Crowhall Road
Cramlington
Northumberland NE23 1LA
United Kingdom
Tel +44 1670 712000

Fax +44 1670 590265
E-mail: sales@jotron.co.uk
JOTRON Asia Pte. Ltd.

Changi Logistics Center
19 Loyang Way #04-29
Singapore 508724
Tel +65 65426350

Fax +65 65429415
E-mail: sales@jotron-asia.com
JOTRON USA, Inc.

10645 Richmond Avenue, Suite 140
Houston, TX 77042
USA
Tel +1 713 268 1061

Fax +1 713 268 1062
E-mail: contact.us@jotron-usa.com
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USERS MANUAL
Tron SART
www.jotron.com
EC Declaration of Conformity, available at www.jotron.com
Abbreviations and definitions

C O S PA S
COsmicheskaya Sistyema Poiska Avariynich Sudov
(Space System for the Search of Vessels in Distress)
EPIRB
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
GPS
Global Position System
km
kilometer
LUT
Local User Terminal (Ground Station)
MCC
Mission Control Center
MHz
Mega-Hertz (106 Hertz)
nm
Nautical mile
PROCESSOR
The processor circuit card in the console that controls system operations and
computes the positioning/navigation solutions.
RCC
Rescue Coordination Center
SARSAT
Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking System
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SOFTWARE
Values programmed and preloaded into memory. The values represent a
permanent set of instructions for running the automatic functions (computations)
of the unit.
VCO
Voltage Controlled Oscillator
VHF
Very High Frequency -A set of frequencies in the MHz region
VSWR
Voltage standing wave ratio
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Amendment Record
AMENDMENT INCORP. DATE PAGE(S) VERSION REASON FOR
NO. BY CHANGE
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2 Chapt. 5 B EM 3903
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4 ES 14.03.07 Total 24 D New version
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The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.
CAUTION!
This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling

precautions to avoid static discharges which may damage these devices.
Jotron AS reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any
products or modules described herein to improve reliability, function or
design. Jotron AS does not assume any liability arising out of the application
or use of the described product.
Jotron AS. is a prime manufacturer of safety equipment designed for rescue of human lives and
their property. For safety equipment to be effective in line with the design parameters it is
important that they are handled, stowed and maintained in compliance with the manufacturers
instructions. Jotron AS. can not be held responsible for any damage caused due to incorrect use of
the equipment or breach of laid down procedures or for failure of any specific component or other
parts of the equipment.
The chapter covering battery replacement (6.2.1) is added for information only. Jotron AS. does
not take any responsibility for improper disassembling/assembling of the beacon. We strongly
recommend all service to be done by authorized Jotron agents. In addition to normal service, Jotron
agents have the necessary equipment and education to test the operational functions of the beacon.
Non-original maintenance and/or service parts may destroy the equipment function and
performance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................................10
1.1 TRON SART FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................... 11
2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................12
2.1 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 12

2.2 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................................................ 13
3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................14
3.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ 14

3.1.1 Upper module with transponder and antenna ...................................................................14
3.1.2 Battery module .................................................................................................14
3.1.3 O-ring and screw ring ..........................................................................................14
4 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................15
4.1 BRACKETS ............................................................................................................................................... 15

4.1.1 Storage bracket ................................................................................................15
4.1.2 Outdoor lifeboat bracket .......................................................................................16
4.1.3 Fixed lifeboat bracket ..........................................................................................16
4.2 USING THE 1M ROPE ......................................................................................................17
4.3 USING THE 1M POLE ......................................................................................................17
5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................18
5.1 ACTIVATING THE TRON SART........................................................................................................... 18

5.2 DEACTIVATING THE TRON SART ...................................................................................................... 18
5.3 TEST OF THE TRON SART .................................................................................................................. 18
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................21
6.1 MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2 S E R V I C E ...................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2.1 REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULE ....................................................................21
6.2.2 BATTERY DISPOSAL ........................................................................................22
6.2.3 INCINERATION ..............................................................................................22
6.2.4 LAND FILLING ...............................................................................................22
6.2.5 RECYCLING ..................................................................................................22
7 SERVICE AGENTS ........................................................................................................23
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BATTERY SAFETY DATA SHEET
(Form: EEC directive 91/155)
(2) SAFETY ADVICE

S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S8 Keep container dry.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S43 In case of fire, use D type extinguishers. Never use water.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
(3) FIRST AID MEASURES

In case of contact of cell contents with eyes, flush immediately with water for 15 min. With skin, wash
with plenty of water and take off contaminated clothes. If inhaled, remove from exposure, give oxygen,
and seek medical advice.
(4) FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable: Type D fire extinguishers
Not to be used: Water - CO2 - Halon, dry chemical or foam extinguishers
Special exposure hazards

Generation of chlorine, sulphur dioxide, disulphur dichloride during
thermal decomposition.
Special protective equipment

Use protective working boots, rubber apron and safety glasses with side shields.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR KEEPING THE RADIO LOG AND THE RADIO OPERATORS
OBLIGATION ACCORDING TO NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REGULATION.
1. The radio log shall be kept in accordance with requirements in the Radio Regulations, SOLAS
Convention, national regulations regarding radio installations and the STCW Convention (STCW 95
including the STCW Code) including the relevant regulation regarding watch keeping on board
passenger and cargo ships.
2. Unauthorized transmissions and incidents of harmful interference should, if possible, be identified,
recorded in the radio log and brought to the attention of the Administration in compliance with the Radio
Regulations, together with an appropriate extract from the radio log. (STCW Code B-VIII/2 No.32)
TEST OF RADIO EQUIPMENT AND RESERVE SOURCE OF ENERGY
Weekly:
GMDSS handheld VHF transceivers to be tested without using the mandatory required emergency
batteries.
Monthly:
Float-free and manual EPIRBs to be checked using the means provided for testing on the equipment.
Check data for periodical maintenance requirement for float-free EPIRB search and rescue radar
transponders (SART) to be checked against 9 GHz radar.
False alerts transmitted by EPIRB

False alerts are a serious problem for the rescue service. Nearly 90% of EPIRB initiated distress alerts
turn out to be false alarms.
If for any reason, your EPIRB should cause a false alarm, it is most important that you contact the nearest search and
rescue authority and tell them it was a false alarm. They can then stand down any rescue service (coast radio station or
appropriate CES or RCC). Use any means at your disposal to make contact. Switch off the distress alarm by de-
activating your EPIRB, as soon as possible.
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TEST AND MAINTENANCE RECORD
DATE N/T/B SIGN INSP
N=NEW EPIRB INSTALLED, T=TEST, B=NEW BATTERY
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1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Tron SART is emergency equipment consisting of:
1.Tron SART radar transponder.
2. Mounting brackets for storage and use.
3. Mounting rope for life rafts / life boats.
The JOTRON 9 GHz radar transponder type Tron SART is developed to meet the regulations and rules
for use on vessels and life rafts in the maritime service.
Tron SART meets the specifications for 9 GHz radar transponders for use in search and rescue operations
at sea.
The operating range of the Tron SART is up to 30 nautical miles, depending on the height of the electronic
unit and the radar height of the search and rescue unit (sea or airborne).
With a radar height of 20m and the Tron SART placed at 1m above sea level, the range will be up to 10
nautical miles.
Tron SART is buoyant, however to obtain maximum performance the transponder should be placed in a
vertical position and as high up as possible in order to achieve maximum coverage.
Several mounting brackets and mounting aids are developed to ease a correct mounting and use of the
radar transponder.
The purpose of the Tron SART is to perform a secondary alarm when search and rescue units are searching
for a life raft / lifeboat in distress. The Tron SART will help the units to pinpoint exactly where the
distressed boat is located in a larger area. This is done with the help of the radar on the searching ship or
helicopter.
When the Tron SART is interrogated (hit) by a radar signal, it will immediately start to transmit a number
of sweeps covering the complete maritime 3 cm radar band.
These sweeps are detected on the radar screen and are used to navigate directly towards the distressed life
raft, for details on radar display see chapter 3.3.
Maximum distance to a ship will normally be about 10 nm and approximately 30nm to a helicopter,
dependent on the helicopters altitude. The transponder will not give any alarms further away than this.
The primary alarm will usually be an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) or distress
call on VHF / HF - manual or via digital selcall.
The Tron SART should be activated immediately after the EPIRB has been started or by instructions from
the rescue control centre.
The batteries of the Tron SART will last at least 96 hours in standby after activation and then minimum
8 hours of continuous operation.
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Although the transponder does not send any alarm via satellite, VHF or other radio communication, the use
should be limited to short tests and emergency situations.
This is to save battery capacity in case a situation where the transponder is needed.
1.1 Tron SART features

Watertight:
Tron SART is watertight to a depth of minimum 1 meter.
Buoyant:
Tron SART is buoyant in case the transponder is accidentally dropped into the water. To increase coverage
the Tron SART should always be held or mounted as high as possible.
Rugged design:
The Tron SART will withstand a drop from 30 meters into the water. It is resistant to seawater, oil and
sunlight.
Handling:
The Tron SART is made for easy operation, with a brief operating instruction printed on the unit. It
comes standard with a 1 meter rope and a shackle hook to be used for hanging the Tron SART on the
inside of a life raft.
Indicators:
The Tron SART is equipped with a LED and a built in speaker to show operation of the SART.
The LED will normally flash with a frequency of 1 per second to show that the SART is activated.
When a search and rescue unit is approaching the internal speaker will sound each time the SART is hit by
the radar. A continuous sound in the loudspeaker means that the ship or helicopter is close to the SART
and the radar is hitting the SART continuously.
Battery unit.
The battery unit consists of the complete lower half of the Tron SART and is to be replaced every 5. year.
The marking on the battery unit show the expire date.
A new battery comes complete with switch and indicators and is easily replaced by opening the screw ring
between the top and bottom of the SART.
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2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency: X-band (3 cm) (9.2 - 9.5 GHz)
Temperature range: Operating: -20 to +55°C
Storage: -30 to +65°C
Radiated power: > 400 mW e.i.r.p (+26 dBm)
Sweep type: 12 sweep sawtooth type

Forward 7.5 us ±1 ms
Return 0.4 us ±0.1 ms
Starts with return sweep.
Receive sensitivity: Better than -50 dBm e.r.s.
Response delay: Max 0.5 ms
Antenna pattern: Horizontal polarization.

Omni directional radiation in the horizontal plane.
Greater than ±12.5 degrees elevation angle in the
vertical plane.
Battery: Lithium, 5 years service life
Battery capacity: 96 hours standby +8 hours continuous operating

when activated by a radar with 1 kHz prf at -20°C.
5 years storage.
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2.2 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION
Materials used:
Transponder housing: Polycarbonate with 10% glass.
Bracket: Anodized aluminum.
Transponder dimensions:
Max diameter: 85 mm
Length: 370 mm
Weight: 1050 g
Transponder with standard storage bracket:
Max diameter: 96 mm
Length: 376 mm
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3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
3.1 GENERAL
The Tron SART consists of upper and lower house mounted together with an O- ring and screw ring.
Tron SART may be split into the following main parts:
1. Upper module with transponder and antenna
2. Battery module with batteries, main switch, LED indicator and buzzer.
3. O- ring and screw ring.
Battery module O-ring Upper module Screw ring

X-96978 X-90624 X-96974 X-90641
Figure 3.1, Tron SART disconnected
3.1.1 Upper module with transponder and antenna
The Upper module consists of one printed circuit boards, a VCO and antenna, which are mounted in the
upper housing:
1. The main board.
2. VCO.
3. Antenna (9GHz).
The housing is made of polycarbonate.
3.1.2 Battery module

The battery module consists of the complete lower half of the Tron SART and is to be replaced every
5. year. The marking on the battery unit show the expire date.
A new battery module comes complete with switch and indicators and is easily replaced by opening the
screw ring between the top and bottom of the SART.
3.1.3 O-ring and screw ring
The two parts of the housing are put together with the O-ring gasket, and is locked with a screw ring.
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4 INSTALLATION
The Tron SART can be mounted several ways, depending on the options available.
As a general rule, the transponder should be mounted as high as possible to
increase line of sight to the search and rescue units.
Metal objects close to the transponder should be avoided, these will limit the
performance in the directions they are located.
4.1 BRACKETS
There are three different mounting brackets available.
1. Storage bracket.
2. Outdoor bracket.
3. Lifeboat bracket.
4.1.1 Storage bracket

A storage bracket is delivered with the Tron SART and should be used for storage of the transponder.
The storage bracket should preferably be mounted in a vertical position and in a place where the Tron
SART is easily available in case of an emergency.
140mm
Figure 4.1.1a, storage bracket. Figure 4.1.1b, Sart mounted in storage bracket.
The bracket should be mounted with two screws (Ø 4 mm) at a vertical distance of 140 mm.
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4.1.2 Outdoor lifeboat bracket
The outdoor lifeboat bracket should be mounted vertically on the roof of the lifeboat (as high as possible).
To use the bracket activate the transponder and put it inside the bracket.
To secure the transponder from falling out, the 1m rope should be attached to the hook in the bracket.
Figure 4.1.2 outdoor lifeboat bracket.
4.1.3 Fixed lifeboat bracket

The fixed lifeboat bracket consists of a mounting bracket that is fixed on the lifeboat from the inside.
Usually a blind cover is mounted in the place for the bracket. The blind cover must be removed and the
mounting bracket with the Tron SART top unit attached is mounted.
The removal of the blind cover and mounting of the mounting bracket is done using two wing nuts.
In addition to the bracket, there is a cover to be mounted on the battery unit, and a cable connecting the
two parts.
Figure 4.1.3a, blind cover.
Figure 4.1.3b, SART mounted in fixed bracket
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4.2 Using the 1m rope
Figure 4.2, Tron SART with 1m rope attached.
The 1m. rope is meant to hang the Tron SART inside a life raft. Any objects that the rope can be attached
to can be used. As long as the transponder is kept away from any metal objects, the performance will not
be notable degraded because of the canvas of the life raft.
4.3 Using the 1m pole
Figure 4.3, Tron SART with 1m optional pole attached.
The 1m pole can be used to extend the height of the Tron SART, inside or outside the life raft/boat.
Simply extend the attached pole to the full length (app. 1,15m from the top of the Tron SART). Make
sure that the rod is locked by pulling hard when it is fully extended. The rod can now be fastened or held
by a person. Make sure to hold the rod as vertical as possible when activating the Tron SART.
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5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 Activating the Tron SART
1. Break seal at switch.
2. Pull locking pin and make sure that the switch enters the “ON” position. An audible “BEEP” will
be heard and the indicator led will start to flash.
3. Place (or hold) the transponder in a vertical position as high as possible. When the Tron SART is
within range of an active 3 cm radar, the internal loudspeaker will be activated. A handheld VHF
radio should now be used to establish contact with the approaching boat or helicopter.
5.2 Deactivating the Tron SART
1. Move the switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Replace the locking pin.
5.3 Test of the Tron SART

Test of the Tron SART is done using the ships own 3 cm radar. The radar display will show different
patterns depending on the range to the transponder.
See Figure 5.3a, b and c for details of the radar display. Note that the examples shown are typical and will
vary with the radar performance (height, power output and sensitivity).
With the transponder located close to the radar the signals will appear as rings on the radar display.
The rings may be broken in some sectors, depending on ship construction and other obstacles, and does not
indicate an error in the transponder.
Placing it further away will reduce the signals to 12 dots on the radar display, showing
the direction to the transponder.
1. Hold the switch on the Tron SART in the “TEST” position.
2. Simultaneously a person should observe the radar display to check for correct pattern.
The radar should be set for a 10 nm range.
3. The test should preferably be done in open sea to avoid interference on the radar display from
land echoes.
4. Alternatively, a radar of a nearby ship can be used to test the transponder. A ship to ship vhf
channel should then be used to confirm operation.
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Figure 5.3a
Typical display when Tron SART is located near (<0.2 nm) the radar.
Radar range is 10 nm. Rings are off.
Figure 5.3b
Typical display when Tron SART is located close (1nm) to the radar.
Radar range is 10 nm. Rings are at 2 nm.
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Figure 5.3c
Typical display when Tron SART is located away (>2 nm) from the radar.
Radar range is 10 nm. Rings are at 2 nm.
CAUTION!
While the Tron SART is activated it will respond to any 3 cm
radars within range.Tests must be made as short as possible (5 min) to
avoid interference and to avoid wasting battery capacity.
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6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 MAINTENANCE
The Tron SART requires the following maintenance:
Every 6. month.
The transponder should be taken out of its bracket and tested against a radar, using the procedure in
chapter 5.3. Either the ships own radar could be used or the radar of a nearby ship.
Every 4. year.
The battery unit must be replaced every 4. year. Storage of batteries over a long period of time will reduce
their capacity. To ensure long and reliable operation the battery unit must be replaced every 4. year.
The battery replacement can be performed on board using the procedure in chapter 6.2.1.
6.2 S E R V I C E
Warranty Service
The warranty of the equipment is not valid if the customer has tried to repair, modify or rebuilt the unit,
deliberate or accidental damage, failure to follow Jotron instructions with respect to approved service
agents or if the unit has been exposed to environmental conditions outside the specifications for the unit.
As a standard Jotron AS warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 12 months from the date received by end user, limited to 18 months from purchase from
Jotron AS.
If necessary to have the nit repaired, please return it carriage pre-paid to the agent where you did your
purchase. Provided that the unit(s) returned for repair is found to be under warranty, man-hour cost and
material cost will be covered by Jotron AS.
Additional costs not related to repair/replacement of the unit will not be covered.
Out of Warranty Service

For defects arising from normal wear and tear after 12 months of operation, limited to 18 months from
Jotron AS, normal service conditions will apply. For details see: www.jotron.com
6.2.1 REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULE

Refer to Figure 3.1 and do the following steps:
1. Open the transponder by turning the screw ring counter clockwise.
2. Remove the battery unit (lower half) of the transponder, by disconnecting the
3. battery plug.
4. Make sure the o-ring is in place at the upper part of the transponder.
5. Please make sure that the enclosed silicagel bag is placed inside the Tron SART.
6. Please also fit the enclosed inti corrosion adhesive tape to the inside of the battery before assembly
of the unit.
7. Connect the new battery unit and attach it to the upper part.
8. Tighten the screw ring by turning it clockwise.
9. Test the transponder according to procedure in chapter 5.3.
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6.2.2 BATTERY DISPOSAL
Dispose in accordance with applicable regulations, which vary from country to country.(In most countries,
the thrashing of used batteries is forbidden and the end-users are invited to dispose of them properly,
eventually through non-profit organizations, mandated by local governments or organized on a voluntary
basis by professionals).Lithium batteries should have their terminals insulated prior to disposal.
6.2.3 INCINERATION
Incineration should never be performed by battery users but eventually by trained professionals in
authorized facilities with proper gas and fumes treatment.
6.2.4 LAND FILLING
Leachability regulations (mg/l)
Component Leachability EC EPA Other*

limit
Iron 100 5
Nickel 100 500 2 0,5
* Applicable to France
6.2.5 RECYCLING
Send to authorized recycling facilities, eventually through a licensed waste carrier.
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7 SERVICE AGENTS
Please look at www.jotron.com for Marine Service Agents.
JOTRON Group subsidiary companies:
Jotron UK Ltd.
Crosland Park, Off Crowhall Road
Cramlington
Northumberland NE23 1LA
United Kingdom
Tel +44 1670 712000

Fax +44 1670 590265
E-mail: sales@jotron.co.uk
JOTRON Asia Pte. Ltd.

Changi Logistics Center
19 Loyang Way #04-29
Singapore 508724
Tel +65 65426350

Fax +65 65429415
E-mail: sales@jotron-asia.com
JOTRON USA, Inc.

10645 Richmond Avenue, Suite 140
Houston, TX 77042
USA
Tel +1 713 268 1061

Fax +1 713 268 1062
E-mail: contact.us@jotron-usa.com
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Jotron AS
P.O. Box 54, NO-3280 Tjodalyng, Norway
Tel: +47 33 13 97 00 | Fax: +47 33 12 67 80
www.jotron.com
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
iM505
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FOREWORD IMPORTANT
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M505 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely
VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with Icom’s before using the transceiver.
state of the art technology and craftsmanship. With proper
care, this product should provide you with years of trouble- SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This in-
free operation. struction manual contains important operating instructions for
the IC-M505.
We want to take a couple of moments of your time to thank
you for making the IC-M505 your radio of choice, and hope
you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many
hours of research and development went into the design of EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
your IC-M505.
WORD DEFINITION
D FEATURES R WARNING!
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
❍ Simple operation with large keys
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
❍ Easy to hear speaker Recommended for optimum use. No risk of
NOTE
❍ Built-in DSC meets ITU Class D requirement personal injury, fire or electric shock.
❍ Rugged waterproof construction
❍ Optional COMMANDMIC III™ (HM-162E) is
available
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor- CLEAN THE TRANSCEIVER AND MICROPHONE THOR-
porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, OUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER after exposure to water
Spain, Russia and/or other countries. including salt, otherwise, the keys and switch may become
COMMANDMIC III is a trademark of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United
States.
inoperable due to salt crystallization.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY INSTALLATION NOTE

If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and The installation of this equipment should be made in such a
the Coast Guard by sending a Distress call on Channel 16. manner as to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic
USING CHANNEL 16 field exposure limits (1999/519/EC).
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
The maximum RF power available from this device is 25
1. “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”
watts. The antenna should be installed as high as possible
2. “THIS IS ...............” (name of vessel).
for maximum efficiency and that this installation height should
3. Say your call sign or other indication of the vessel (AND
be at least 5 meters above ground (or accessible) level. In the
9-digit DSC ID if you have one).
case where an antenna cannot be installed at a reasonable
4. “LOCATED AT ...............” (your position).
height, then the transmitter should neither be continuously
5. State the nature of the distress and assistance required.
operated for long periods if any person is within 5 meters of
6. Give any other information which might facilitate the
the antenna, nor operated at all if any person is touching the
rescue.
antenna.
Or, transmit your Distress call using digital selective calling
on Channel 70. In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmitter
being activated for long periods. (actual recommendation lim-
USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (Ch 70) its are specified as an average of 6 minutes) Normally the
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE transmitter is not active for long periods of time. Some radio li-
1. While lifting up the key cover, push and hold censes will require that a timer circuit automatically cuts the
[DISTRESS] for 5 sec. until you hear 5 short beeps transmitter after 1–2 minutes etc.
change to one long beep.
2. Wait for an acknowledgment on Channel 70 from a coast Similarly some types of transmitter, SSB, CW, AM, etc. have a
station. lower ‘average’ output power and the perceived risk is even
• After the acknowledgement is received, Channel 16 is auto- lower.
matically selected.
3. Push and hold [PTT], then transmit the appropriate
information as listed above.
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DOC
CE versions of the IC-M505 which display the This warning symbol indicates that this equip-
“CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply ment operates in non-harmonised frequency
with the essential requirements of the Euro- bands and/or may be subject to licensing condi-
pean Radio and Telecommunication Terminal tions in the country of use. Be sure to check that
Directive 1999/5/EC. you have the correct version of this radio or the
correct programming of this radio, to comply with
national licensing requirement.
DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY
We Icom Inc. Japan
1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the
0560
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test
Suite measurements have been performed. 28th Feb. 2006
Place and date of issue
Kind of equipment: VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
Type-designation: iM505
Version (where applicable): Authorized representative name
This compliances is based on conformity with the following harmonised

standards, specifications or documents:
i) EN 301 025-2 V1.2.1 (2004-09)
ii) EN 301 025-3 V1.2.1 (2004-09)
iii) EN 60945 2002
iv) EN 60950-1 2001
v) EN 300 698-2 V1.1.1 ( 2000-08)
vi) EN 300 698-3 V1.1.1 ( 2001-05)
Signature
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
2
FOREWORD …………………………………………………………… i ■ Position and time programming ……………………………… 21
IMPORTANT …………………………………………………………… i ■ Position and time indication …………………………………… 22 3
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS ……………………………………………… i ■ GPS information indication …………………………………… 22
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY…………………………………………… ii ■ Distress call …………………………………………………… 23 4
INSTALLATION NOTE ………………………………………………… ii ■ Transmitting DSC calls ………………………………………… 26
DOC …………………………………………………………………… iii ■ Receiving DSC calls …………………………………………… 41 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS ……………………………………………… iv ■ Received messages …………………………………………… 45
PRECAUTIONS ………………………………………………………… v ■ DSC Set mode ………………………………………………… 47 6
1 OPERATING RULES ……………………………………………… 1 7 OTHER FUNCTIONS………………………………………… 50–54
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION ………………………………………… 2–5 ■ Intercom operation …………………………………………… 50
7
■ Front panel ……………………………………………………… 2 ■ RX Speaker function …………………………………………… 51 8
■ Function display ………………………………………………… 4 ■ Hailer operation ………………………………………………… 52
■ Microphone ……………………………………………………… 5 ■ Automatic foghorn function …………………………………… 53 9
3 BASIC OPERATION…………………………………………… 6–11 8 SET MODE …………………………………………………… 55–57
■ Channel selection ……………………………………………… 6 ■ Set mode programming ……………………………………… 55 10
■ Receiving and transmitting ……………………………………… 8 ■ Set mode items ………………………………………………… 55
■ Call channel programming ……………………………………… 9 9 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE …………………… 58–64 11
■ Channel comments …………………………………………… 10 ■ Connections …………………………………………………… 58
■ Microphone Lock function …………………………………… 10 ■ Antenna ………………………………………………………… 59 12
■ Display backlight ……………………………………………… 10 ■ Fuse replacement ……………………………………………… 59
■ Optional voice scrambler operation ………………………… 11 ■ Supplied accessories ………………………………………… 59
4 SCAN OPERATION ………………………………………… 12–13 ■ Microphone hanger …………………………………………… 59
■ Scan types ……………………………………………………… 12 ■ Mounting the transceiver ……………………………………… 60
■ Setting TAG channels ………………………………………… 13 ■ MB-75 installation ……………………………………………… 61
■ Starting a scan ………………………………………………… 13 ■ UT-112/UT-98 installation ……………………………………… 62
5 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH ……………………………………… 14 ■ HM-162E installation …………………………………………… 63
■ Description ……………………………………………………… 14 10 TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………………………… 66
■ Operation ……………………………………………………… 14 11 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ……………………… 67–68
6 DSC OPERATION …………………………………………… 15–49 ■ Specifications …………………………………………………… 67
■ MMSI code programming ……………………………………… 15 ■ Options ………………………………………………………… 68
■ MMSI code check ……………………………………………… 16 12 CHANNEL LIST ……………………………………………… 69–70
■ DSC address ID ………………………………………………… 17 TEMPLATE
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PRECAUTIONS
RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC BE CAREFUL! The transceiver rear panel will become
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric hot when operating continuously for long periods.
shock. Place the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent
use by children.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more
than 16 V DC or use reverse polarity. This will ruin the trans- BE CAREFUL! The transceiver and the optional HM-
ceiver. 162E COMMANDMIC III™ employ waterproof construction,
which corresponds to IPX8 of the international standard IEC
NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug at the
60529 (2001). However, once the transceiver or microphone
back of the transceiver and fuse holder. If an incorrect con-
has been dropped, waterproofing cannot be guaranteed due
nection is made after cutting, the transceiver may be dam-
to the fact that the case may be cracked, or the waterproof
aged.
seal damaged, etc.
NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the
vessel may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.
KEEP the transceiver at least 1 m away from the ship’s nav-
igation compass.
DO NOT use or place the transceiver in areas with temper-
atures below –20°C or above +60°C or, in areas subject to di-
rect sunlight, such as the dashboard.
AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or al-
cohol when cleaning, as they may damage the transceiver
surfaces. If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it
clean with a soft, dry cloth.
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D PRIORITIES (2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE
1
• Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license
keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and Distress calls most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio
take priority over all others. is not required for safety purposes.
• You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be
on another channel. posted or kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio opera-
tor may operate a transceiver.
• False or fraudulent distress signals are prohibited and pun-
ishable by law. However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver
if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and
D PRIVACY makes the necessary log entries.
• Information overheard but not intended for you cannot law-
fully be used in any way. Keep a copy of the current government rules and regulations
handy.
• Indecent or profane language is prohibited.
D RADIO LICENSES
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE
You must have a current radio station license before using the
transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not
licensed.
Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government

agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license application. This
government-issued license states the call sign which is your
craft’s identification for radio purposes.
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Front panel
Speaker Function display (p. 4) r HAIL/RX SPEAKER KEY [HAIL•RX ]
➥ Push to turn the hailer mode ON or OFF. (p. 52)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn the RX Speaker mode
ON or OFF. (p. 51)
q ➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], push to turn the auto
w foghorn function ON. (p. 54)
e t INTERCOM KEY [IC]
r ➥ Push to activate an optional Intercom function. (p. 50)
➥ Push and hold to call the optional command micro-
!3 t phone while in Intercom mode. (p. 50)
!2 y CHANNEL 16/CALL CHANNEL KEY [16•C]
y
➥ Push to select Channel 16. (p. 6)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to select Call channel. (p. 6)
CALL” appears when Call channel is selected.
• “C
!1 !0 o i u
➥ Push and hold for 3 sec. to enter Call channel program-
q DISTRESS KEY [DISTRESS] ming condition when Call channel is selected. (p. 9)
Push for 5 sec. to transmit a Distress call. (p. 23) ➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], push to enter the
channel comment programming condition. (p. 10)
w DSC MENU KEY [MENU] ➥ Advance the cursor while in the channel comment pro-
Push to toggle the DSC menu appear or disappear. (p. 15) gramming condition. (p. 10)
e CLEAR KEY [CLR] ➥ While turning power ON, push to enter Set mode.
Push to cancel the entered function, exit Set mode. (p. 55)
(pgs. 9, 10, 55)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
u CHANNEL SELECTOR [CHANNEL•ENTER] o SQUELCH CONTROL [SQL] 2

➥ Rotate to select the operating channels, Set mode set- Rotate to set the squelch threshold level. (p. 8)
tings, etc. (pgs. 6–8, 55) !0 SCAN/TAG KEY [SCAN•TAG] (p. 13)
➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], rotate to adjust the ➥ Push to start and stop Normal or Priority scan.
brightness of the LCD and key backlight. (p. 10) ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to set or clear the displayed
➥ Push to enter the input channel comment, selected channel as a TAG (scanned) channel.
item, etc. (pgs. 10, 55) ➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], push for 3 sec. to
➥ Rotate to check TAG channels, changes scanning di- clear or set all TAG channels in the selected channel
rection or resumes the scan manually during scan. group.
(p. 13)
!1 VOLUME CONTROL [VOL] (p. 8)
➥ While pushing and holding [HAIL•RX ], rotate to ad-
Rotate to adjust the audio level.
just the audio level in RX Speaker mode. (p. 51)
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to display the GPS information !2 TRANSMIT POWER KEY [H/L]
when a GPS receiver is connected. (p. 22) ➥ Push to toggle the power high or low. (p. 8)
• Some channels are set to low power only.
i DIAL/DUAL/GROUP KEY [DIAL•DUAL/GRP]
➥ While pushing this key, some keys perform secondary
➥ Push to select the regular channel. (p. 7)
functions.
➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to start Dualwatch or Tri-watch.
(p. 14) !3 POWER KEY [POWER] (p. 8)
➥ Push to stop Dualwatch or Tri-watch when either is acti- ➥ Push to turn power ON.
vated. (p. 14) ➥ Push and hold for 1 sec. to turn power OFF.
➥ Move the cursor backward while in the channel com-
ment programming condition. (p. 10)
➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], push to select the de-
sired channel group in sequence. (p. 7)
• EUR version has International channels only and this func-
tion is not available.
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION
■ Function display
q w e r t y y CALL CHANNEL INDICATOR (pgs. 6, 9)
Appears when the call channel is selected.
u LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
!4 BUSY 25W INT CALL
Blinks when the battery voltage drops to approx. 10 V DC
RX DUP u
or below.
!3 SCRAM TAG
!2 i CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT
NORMAL SCAN i
Indicates the selected operating channel number.
-34°34.506N o CHANNEL COMMENT INDICATOR
!1 Channel comment appears if programmed. (p. 10)
123°23.236W
!0 Local 1:10 CALLING o !0 TIME ZONE INDICATOR
➥ Shows the current time data when a GPS receiver is
connected.
q RX SPEAKER INDICATOR (p. 51) ??” may blink every 2 sec. instead of current time data when
• “?
Appears during the RX Speaker mode. the GPS current time data is invalid.
w POWER INDICATOR (p. 8) ??” may blink every 2 sec. instead of current time data 4
• “?
➥ “2
25W” appears when high power is selected. hours after the time data is input manually, up until 23.5 hours
have past.
➥ “1
1W” appears when low power is selected.
➥ “L
Local” appears when the offset time data is set.
e TAG CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 13) (p. 47)
Appears when a TAG channel is selected. ➥ “N
No Time ” appears when no GPS receiver is con-
r DUPLEX INDICATOR (p. 7) nected and no time data is input manually.
Appears when a duplex channel is selected.
t CHANNEL GROUP INDICATOR (p. 7)
INT,” U.S.A. “U
Indicates whether an International “I USA,”
DSC “DDSC” or ATIS “A
ATIS” channel is in use. (Depends
on version)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2
■ Microphone
!1 POSITION INDICATOR 2
➥ Shows the GPS position data. q
??” may blink every 2 sec. instead of position data when the
• “? Microphone
GPS position data is invalid. In such a case, the last position
data is held for up to 23.5 hours.
??” may blink every 2 sec. instead of position data 4 hours
• “?
after the position data is input manually, up until 23.5 hours
have past.
w e
➥ “N
No Position” appears when no GPS receiver is
connected and no position data is input manually.
!2 SCAN INDICATOR
➥ “P
PRI-SCAN 16 ” appears during Priority scan;
NORMAL SCAN” appears during Normal scan. (p. 13)
“N
➥ “D
DUAL 16” appears during Dualwatch; “T
TRI 16” ap-
pears during Tri-watch. (p. 14)
q PTT SWITCH [PTT]
!3 SCRAMBLER INDICATOR (p. 11) Push and hold to transmit; release to receive. (p. 8)
Appears when the voice scrambler function is activated.
w CHANNEL UP/DOWN KEYS [Y Y]/[Z
Z]
(only when the optional scrambler unit is installed.)
➥ Push either key to change the operating memory chan-
!4 BUSY/TRANSMIT INDICATOR (p. 8) nel, Set mode settings, etc. (pgs. 6, 7, 55)
➥ “B
BUSY” appears when receiving a signal or when the ➥ Checks TAG channels, changes scanning direction or
squelch opens. resumes the scan manually during scan. (p. 13)
➥ “T
TX” appears while transmitting.
e TRANSMIT POWER KEY [HI/LO]
➥ Toggles power high and low when pushed. (p. 8)
• Some channels are set to low power only.
➥ While pushing and holding [HI/LO], turn power ON to
toggle the Microphone Lock function ON and OFF.
(p. 10)
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3 BASIC OPERATION
■ Channel selection
ï Channel 16 ï Call channel
Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel. It is used for Each regular channel group has a separate leisure-use call
establishing initial contact with a station and for emergency channel. The call channel is monitored during Tri-watch. The
communications. Channel 16 is monitored during both Dual- call channels can be programmed (p. 9) and are used to store
watch and Tri-watch. While standing by, you must monitor your most often used channel in each channel group for quick
Channel 16. recall.
➥ Push [16•C] momentarily to select Channel 16. ➥ Push [16•C] for 1 sec. to select the call channel of the se-
➥ Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to return to the condition before selected channel group.
lecting Channel 16, or rotate [CHANNEL] to select an oper- CALL” and call channel number appear.
• “C
ating channel. • Each channel group may have an independent call channel after
programming a call channel. (p. 9)
25W INT
➥ Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to return to the condition before
TAG selecting call channel, or rotate [CHANNEL] to select an
Push operating channel.
34°34.506N
123°23.236W 25W INT CALL
UTC 12:00 CALLING
TAG
Push
for 1 sec. 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 CALLING
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BASIC OPERATION 3
ï International channels 25W USA

There are pre-programmed 57 international channels for the DUP
TAG
IC-M505. Push +
34°34.506N
34 34.506N 3
q Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to select a regular channel. 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 PORT OPR
w While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP]
to change the channel group, if necessary.
INT” appears when International channel is selected.
• “I
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select a channel. ï ATIS and DSC channels
DUP” appears for duplex channels.
• “D (Holland and FRG versions only)
For Holland and FRG version, there are pre-programmed 57
25W INT
DUP ATIS and 57 DSC* channels in addition to 57 International
TAG channels.
Push +
*FRG version only
34 34.506N
34°34.506N
123°23.236W
123 23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 PORT OPR q Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to select a regular channel.
w While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP]
to change the channel group, if necessary.
ï U.S.A. channels (U.K. version only) • International, ATIS and DSC channels can be selected in sequence.
For U.K. version, there are pre-programmed 58 U.S.A. chan- e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select a channel.
nels in addition to 57 International channels. DUP” appears for duplex channels.
• “D
Push +
q Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to select a regular channel.
w While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] 1W ATIS 25W DSC
to change the channel group, if necessary. TAG TAG
• International and U.S.A. channels can be selected in sequence.
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select a channel. 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
DUP” appears for duplex channels.
• “D 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
COMMERCIAL UTC 12
12:00
:00 CALLING
ATIS channel DSC channel
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3 BASIC OPERATION
■ Receiving and transmitting

CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may dam- IMPORTANT: To maximize the readability of your trans-
age the transceiver. mitted signal, pause a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold
the microphone 5 to 10 cm from your mouth and speak
q Push [POWER] to turn power ON. into the microphone at a normal voice level.
w Set the audio and squelch levels.
➥ Rotate [SQL] fully counterclockwise in advance.
q y ui Microphone
➥ Rotate [VOL] to adjust the audio output level.
➥ Rotate [SQL] clockwise until the noise disappears.
e While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP]
to change the channel group. (p. 7)
r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired channel.
(pgs. 6, 7)
BUSY” appears and audio is emitted
• When receiving a signal, “B
from the speaker.
• Further adjustment of [VOL] may be necessary.
t Push [H/L] to select the output power if necessary.
25W” or “1
• “2 1W” appears when high or low power is selected, re-
spectively. w w e r t r ey
• Choose low power for short range communications, choose high
power for longer distance communications.
• Some channels are for low power only.
y Push and hold [PTT] to transmit, then speak into the mi-
crophone.
TX” appears.
• “T
• Channel 70 cannot be used for transmission other than DSC.
u Release [PTT] to receive.
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BASIC OPERATION 3
■ Call channel programming

You can program the call channel with your most often-used r Rotate [CHANNEL] to se- 25W INT CALL
channels in each channel group for quick recall. lect the desired channel. DUP
3
TAG
q While pushing and holding 25W INT 34°34.506N

34 34.506N
[H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL• DUP 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
TAG UTC 12
12:00
:00 INTL
GRP] one or more times to
select the desired channel 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
t Push [16•C] to program the 25W INT CALL
group (INT, USA, ATIS or 123 23.236W
123°23.236W displayed channel as the DUP
UTC 12
12:00
:00 INTL TAG
DSC) to be programmed. call channel.
• Push [CLR] to cancel.
34°34.506N
34 34.506N
w Push [16•C] for 1 sec. to • The channel number stops 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
25W INT CALL
blinking. UTC 12
12:00
:00 INTL
select the call channel of
TAG
the selected channel group.
CALL ” and call channel
• “C
34°34.506N
34 34.506N
number appear. 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 CALLING
e Push [16•C] again for 3 sec.

25W INT CALL
(until a long beep changes
to 2 short beeps) to enter TAG
call channel programming.

• Channel number starts blink- 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
123 23.236W
123°23.236W
ing. UTC 12
12:00
:00 CALLING
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3 BASIC OPERATION
■ Channel comments ■ Microphone Lock function

Memory channels can be labelled with a unique alphanumeric The Microphone Lock function electrically locks [Y]/[Z] and
ID of up to 10 characters. [HI/LO] keys on the supplied microphone. This prevents ac-
cidental channel changes and function access.
Capital letters, small letters, 0 to 9, some symbols (/ . –) and
space can be used. ➥ While pushing and holding [HI/LO] on the microphone, turn
power ON to toggle the Lock function ON and OFF.
q Select the desired channel.
• Cancel Dualwatch, Tri-watch or Scan in advance.
w While pushing and holding [H/L], push [16•C] to edit the
channel comment. 25W INT
• A cursor and the first char-
acter start blinking alter- TAG
nately. [Y]/[Z] [HI/LO]
e Select the desired charac- 34 34.506N
34°34.506N
123°23.236W
123 23.236W
ter by rotating [CHAN- UTC 12
12:00
:00PLEASURE__
PLEASURE__
NEL].
• Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
or backward, respectively.
r Repeat step e to input all characters.
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to input and set the comment.
• Push [CLR] to cancel.
■ Display backlight
• The cursor and the character stop blinking. The function display and keys can be backlit for better visibil-
y Repeat steps q to t to program other channel com- ity under low light conditions.
ments, if desired.
➥ While pushing and holding [H/L], rotate [CHANNEL] to ad-
just the brightness of the LCD and key backlight.
• The backlight is adjustable in 7 levels and OFF.
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BASIC OPERATION 3
■ Optional voice scrambler operation

D Activating the scrambler D Programming scrambler codes
The optional voice scrambler provides private communica- There are 32 codes (1 to 32) or 128 codes (0 to 127)* avail- 3
tions. In order to receive or send scrambled transmissions able for programming when an optional scrambler unit is in-
you must first activate the scrambler function. To activate the stalled. In order to understand one another, all transceivers
function, an optional scrambler unit is necessary. See pgs. in your group must have the same scramble code. This func-
57, 62 for setting the scrambler unit. Ask your dealer for de- tion may not be available depending on dealer setting.
tails. *Depends on the installed scrambler unit.
The scrambler function automatically turns OFF when q Turn power OFF.
Channel 16 or 70 is selected. w While pushing [16•C], turn power ON to enter set mode.
e After the display appears, release [16•C].
q Rotate [CHANNEL] to select an operating channel other r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the “S Scrambler Code,”
than Channel 16 and 70. push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
w While pushing and holding [H/L], push [IC] to turn the op- t Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired scrambler code.
tional scrambler function ON. y Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to set and exit the scrambler
SCRAM” appears.
• “S code item.
e To turn the scrambler function OFF, repeat step w. u Push [CLR], or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
SCRAM” disappears.
• “S [CHANNEL•ENTER] to exit set mode.
[Example]: Programming scrambler code 5.
--Set Mode-- --Set Mode-- --Set Mode--

˘Scan
Scan Type Rotate Dual/Tri Rotate Scrambler Code
Push + Scan Timer Beep ˘5 Select
Dual/Tri Contrast 4
to enter set mode. Beep Foghorn Frequency 3
Contrast Radio Power 2
Foghorn Frequency Scrambler Type 1
Radio Power ˘Scrambler Code <ENT˘OK>
to select item, to select code,
then push. Select then push.
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4 SCAN OPERATION
■ Scan types
Scanning is an efficient way to locate signals quickly over a Set the TAG channels (scanned channel) before scanning.
wide frequency range. The transceiver has Priority scan and Clear the TAG channels which inconveniently stop scanning,
Normal scan. such as those for digital communication use. (Refer to right
page for details.)
Choose Priority or Normal scan in Set mode. (p. 55)
PRIORITY SCAN NORMAL SCAN
CH 01 CH 02 CH 01 CH 02
CH 06 CH 16 CH 03 CH 06 CH 03
CH 05 CH 04 CH 05 CH 04
Priority scan searches through all TAG channels in se- Normal scan, like Priority scan, searches through all TAG
quence while monitoring Channel 16. When a signal is de- channels in sequence. However, unlike Priority scan,
tected on Channel 16, scan pauses until the signal disap- Channel 16 is not checked unless Channel 16 is set as a
pears; when a signal is detected on a channel other than TAG channel.
Channel 16, scan becomes Dualwatch until the signal dis-
appears.
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SCAN OPERATION 4
■ Setting TAG channels ■ Starting a scan

For more efficient scanning, add the desired channels as TAG Set scan type (Priority or Normal scan) and scan resume
channels or clear the TAG for unwanted channels. timer in advance, using Set mode. (p. 55)
Channels that are not tagged will be skipped during scanning.
q While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] 4
TAG channels can be assigned to each channel group (INT,
to select the desired channel group (INT, USA, ATIS or
USA, ATIS or DSC) independently.
DSC) if desired.
q While pushing and holding [H/L], push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] w Set TAG channels as described at left.
to select the desired channel group (INT, USA, ATIS or e Make sure the squelch is closed to start a scan.
DSC.) r Push [SCAN•TAG] to start Priority or Normal scan.
w Select the desired channel to be set as a TAG channel. PRI-SCAN 16” appears at the channel comment indicator
• “P
e Push [SCAN•TAG] for 1 sec. to set the displayed channel during Priority scan.
as a TAG channel. NORMAL SCAN” appears at the channel comment indicator
• “N
TAG” appears in the display.
• “T during Normal scan.
• When a signal is detected, scan pauses until the signal disap-
r To cancel the TAG channel setting, repeat step e.
TAG” disappears. pears or resumes after pausing 5 sec. according to Set mode
• “T
setting. (Channel 16 is still monitored during Priority scan.)
✔ Clearing (or setting) all tagged channels • Rotate [CHANNEL] to check the scanning TAG channels, to
While pushing and holding [H/L], push [SCAN•TAG] for 3 change the scanning direction or resume the scan manually.
sec. (until a long beep changes to 2 short beeps) to clear all • A beep tone sounds and “1 16” blinks at the channel comment in-
TAG channels setting in the channel group. dicator when a signal is received on Channel 16 during Priority
• Repeat above procedure to set all TAG channels. scan.
[Example]: Starting a normal scan. Scan starts. When a signal is received

25W INT 25W INT BUSY 25W INT
DUP Push DUP
TAG TAG TAG
NORMAL SCAN NORMAL SCAN
34°34.506N
34 34.506N 34°34.506N
34 34.506N 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
123 23.236W
123°23.236W 123 23.236W
123°23.236W 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 INTL UTC 12
12:00
:00 UTC 12
12:00
:00 SAFETY
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5 DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH
■ Description ■ Operation
Dualwatch monitors Channel 16 while you are receiving q Select Dualwatch or Tri-watch in Set mode. (p. 56)
on another channel; Tri-watch monitors Channel 16 and the w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired operating channel.
call channel while receiving another channel. Dualwatch/Tri- e Push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] for 1 sec. to start Dualwatch or
watch is convenient for monitoring Channel 16 when you are Tri-watch.
operating on another channel. DUAL 16” appears during Dualwatch; “T
• “D TRI 16” appears dur-
ing Tri-watch.
DUALWATCH/TRI-WATCH SIMULATION • A beep tone sounds when a signal is received on Channel 16.
r To cancel Dualwatch/Tri-watch, push [DIAL•DUAL/GRP]
Call channel again.
[Example]: Operating Tri-watch on INT Channel 25
Tri-watch starts. Signal is received on call
channel.
25W INT BUSY 25W INT CALL
DUP DUP
TAG TAG
TRI 16 TRI 16
34°34.506N
34 34.506N 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
Dualwatch Tri-watch 123 23.236W
123°23.236W 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 TELEPHONE UTC 12
12:00
:00 INTL
• If a signal is received on Channel 16, Dualwatch/Tri-watch

Tri-watch resumes after the Signal received on Channel
pauses on Channel 16 until the signal disappears. signal disappears. 16 takes priority.
• If a signal is received on the call channel during Tri-watch,
25W INT BUSY 25W INT
Tri-watch becomes Dualwatch until the signal disappears. DUP DUP
TAG TAG
• To transmit on the selected channel during Dualwatch/Tri- TRI 16 TRI 16
watch, push and hold [PTT].
34°34.506N
34 34.506N 34°34.506N
34 34.506N
123 23.236W
123°23.236W 123 23.236W
123°23.236W
UTC 12
12:00
:00 TELEPHONE UTC 12
12:00
:00 TELEPHONE
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DSC OPERATION 6
■ MMSI code programming
The 9-digit MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity: DSC self u Rotate [CHANNEL] to set the specific 9-digit MMSI code.
ID) code can be programmed at power ON. • Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
This code programming can be performed only once. • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the set up menu.
q Turn power OFF. --DSC Menu-- 5
w While pushing [MENU], turn power ON to enter MMSI MMSI Check
code programming condition. _________ 6
e After the display appears, release [MENU].
r Push [MENU] again to enter the DSC menu.
t Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “S Set up ,” push [CHAN- <CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
NEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu-- i After entering the 9-digit code, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]
Select Item to set the code.
Position Input
Received Calls • Returns to the set up menu.
˘Set up o Push [CLR] or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
Exit [CHANNEL•ENTER].
• Returns to the DSC menu.
• Repeat again to return to the normal operation condition.
y Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “M
MMSI Check ,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Set up
Add:INDV ID
Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
˘MMSI Check
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6 DSC OPERATION
■ MMSI code check

The 9-digit MMSI (DSC self ID) code can be checked. r Check the 9-digit MMSI (DSC self ID) code.
--DSC Menu--
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. MMSI Check
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN- 123456789
NEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
<CLR˘Exit>
Position Report
Polling Request
Received Calls t Push [CLR] or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
Distress Setting
˘Set up
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
Exit • Returns to the DSC menu.
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “M
MMSI Check ,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Set up
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
˘MMSI Check
Auto ACK
NMEA Output
Exit
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DSC OPERATION 6
■ DSC address ID
A total of 100 DSC address IDs can be programmed and r Rotate [CHANNEL] to set the individual ID and ID name.
named with up to 10 characters. • Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
• Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the set up menu.
D Programming Individual ID Full ID” appears when 100 DSC address IDs are already
• “F
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. set.
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN- • After inputting the 9-digit MMSI number, push [CHANNEL•
NEL•ENTER]. ENTER] or [16•C] to enter a 10-character ID name.
6
--DSC Menu-- --DSC Menu--
Select Item Add:Individual ID
Position Report Input 9 digits
Polling Request _________
Received Calls Input name
Distress Setting _________
˘Set up
Exit <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “A

Add:INDV ID ,” push t After inputting, push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to program.
[CHANNEL•ENTER]. y Push [CLR] or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Set up • Returns to the DSC menu.
˘Add:INDV ID • Repeat again to return to the normal operation condition.
Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
MMSI Check
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6 DSC OPERATION
D Deleting Individual ID
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired ID name for
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN- deleting.
NEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Select ID
--DSC Menu--
John
Select Item
Paul
Position Report
˘George
Polling Request
Michael
Received Calls
Distress Setting
<CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
˘Set up
Exit
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to delete the address ID and
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “D
DEL:INDV ID ,” push return to the set up menu.
Exit,” push
No ID ” is displayed.
• When no address ID is programmed, “N [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Push [CLR] to exit. • Returns to the DSC menu.
--DSC Menu--
Set up
Add:INDV ID
Add:Group ID
˘DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
MMSI Check
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DSC OPERATION 6
D Programming Group ID
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. r Rotate [CHANNEL] to set the group ID and ID name.
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN- • The group ID is a unique number that you create for your group.
NEL•ENTER]. The ID name is an associated text name for that group.
--DSC Menu-- or backward, respectively.
Select Item • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the set up menu.
Position Report
Polling Request Full ID” appears when 100 DSC address IDs are already
• “F
Received Calls set.
Distress Setting • After entering an 8-digit ID code, push [CHANNEL•ENTER] or 6
˘Set up [16•C] to enter a 10-character ID name.
Exit
• 1st digit ‘0’ is fixed for a group ID.

Add:Group ID ,” push --DSC Menu--
[CHANNEL•ENTER]. Add:Group ID
Input 8 digits
0________
--DSC Menu--
Input name
Set up
_________
Add:INDV ID
˘Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time t After inputting, push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to program.
MMSI Check
y Push [CLR] or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
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6 DSC OPERATION
D Deleting Group ID
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired ID name for
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN- deleting.
NEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Select ID
--DSC Menu--
Icom
Select Item
Group A
Position Report
˘Group B
Polling Request
Group C
Received Calls
Distress Setting
˘Set up
Exit
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to delete the group ID and re-
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “D
DEL:Group ID ,” push turn to the set up menu.
Exit,” push
No ID ” is displayed.
• When no address ID is programmed, “N [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Push [CLR] to exit. • Returns to the DSC menu.
--DSC Menu--
Set up
Add:INDV ID
Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
˘DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
MMSI Check
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DSC OPERATION 6
■ Position and time programming

A distress call should include the ship’s position and time
--DSC Menu--
data. If no GPS is connected, your position and UTC (Univer- Input Position
sal Time Coordinated) time should be input manually. They Latitude
are included automatically when a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 __°__.___N Null
Longitude
ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is connected. __°__.___W Null
<CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. 6
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “P
Position Input,” and
r After setting the position data, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]
push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
to set the current UTC time. Set the current UTC time by
--DSC Menu-- rotating [CHANNEL], then push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Select Item • Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
˘Position Input
Individual Call
Group Call • Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the UTC time data.
All Ships Call • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the DSC menu.
Position Request
Position Report --DSC Menu--
Input UTC Time
__:__ Null
e The position information appears. Set your position (lati-
tude and longitude) data by rotating [CHANNEL].
or backward, respectively. <CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
• Rotate [CHANNEL] to edit N; North latitude or S; South latitude
when the cursor is on the ‘N’ or ‘S’ position, and W; West longi-
t Push [CLR] or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” push
tude or E; East longitude when the cursor is on the ‘W’ or ‘E’ po-
sition.
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
• Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the latitude/longitude data.
• Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the DSC menu.
Manually programmed position data will be held for 23.5
hours only.
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■ Position and time indication ■ GPS information indication

When a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is con- When a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is con-
nected, the transceiver displays the current position and time. nected, the transceiver displays the GPS information after
When no GPS receiver is connected, the transceiver displays pushing and holding [CHANNEL•ENTER] for 1 sec.
the manually entered position and time.
--GPS Info--
A GPS receiver appropriate for the IC-M505 is not supplied
Push for 1 sec.
by Icom. A GPS receiver with NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01 for- DATE : JAN/16/2006
mat is required for position and time indication. Ask your UTC : 12:00
POS : 34°34.506N
dealer about suitable GPS receivers. 123°23.236W
COURSE: 261°M
25W INT SPEED : 18.5kt
TAG
When connecting GPS receiver is compatible with several
34°34.506N sentence formatters, the order of input precedence is
123°23.236W ‘RMC,’ ‘GGA,’ ‘GNS’, ‘GLL’ and ‘VTG.’
UTC 12:00 CALLING
➥ When the connecting GPS receiver is compatible with

several sentence formatters, the order of input prece-
dence is ‘RMC,’ ‘GGA,’ ‘GNS’ and ‘GLL.’
➥ When sentence formatter ‘RMC’ is received, time indi-
cation includes a date. Thus the ‘UTC’ or ‘Local’ indica-
tion is not displayed.
➥ “?
??” may blink instead of position and time indications
when the GPS data is invalid, or has not been manually
updated after 4 hours.
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■ Distress call
A distress call should be transmitted, if in the opinion of the e After transmitting the distress call, the transceiver waits for
Master, the ship or a person is in distress and requires imme- an acknowledgment call on Channel 70.
diate assistance. • The distress call is automatically transmitted every 3.5 to 4.5
minutes.
NEVER USE THE DISTRESS CALL WHEN YOUR • After 2 sec., the transceiver is set to Channel 16 automatically.
SHIP OR A PERSON IS NOT IN AN EMERGENCY.
A DISTRESS CALL CAN BE USED ONLY WHEN Distress Call 6
IMMEDIATE HELP IS NEEDED. TX Complete
Now Waiting for ACK

D Simple call
q Confirm no distress call is being received. <CLR˘Cancel
Cancel ACK>
w While lifting up the key cover, push [DISTRESS] for 25W INT
5 sec. to transmit the distress call.
• Emergency channel (Channel 70) is automatically selected and TAG
the distress call is transmitted. After 2 sec. Wait ACK
• When no GPS is connected, input your position and UTC time, if
possible. <CLR˘
• While pushing [DISTRESS], the key backlighting blinks. Cancel ACK> CALLING
r After receiving the acknowledgment, reply using the mi-

Distress Call
crophone.
Push for 5 sec. 25W INT
TAG
Received
DistressACK
<Osaka Bay
<CLR˘
Beep Off> CALLING
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➥ A distress alert contains (default); D Regular call

• Nature of distress : Undesignated distress The nature of the distress call should be included in the dis-
• Position data : GPS or manual input position data held
tress call.
for 23.5 hrs or until the power is turned
OFF.
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu.
➥ The distress call is repeated every 3.5–4.5 min., until re-
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “D
Distress Setting,”
ceiving an ‘acknowledgement.’
and push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
➥ Push [CLR] to cancel the ‘Call repeat’ mode.
➥ “?
??” may blink instead of position and time indications --DSC Menu--
when the GPS data is invalid, or has not been manually Select Item
All Ships Call
updated after 4 hours. Position Request
Position Report
Polling Request
Received Calls
˘Distress Setting
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the nature of the distress,

Undesignated,’ ‘E
• ‘U Explosion,’ ‘F Flooding,’ ‘C Colli -
sion ,’ ‘G Grounding ,’ ‘C Capsizing ,’ ‘S Sinking ,’
Adrift (Disable adrift),’ ‘A
‘A Abandoning (Abandoning ship),’
Piracy (Piracy attack)’ and ‘M
‘P MOB (Man overboard)’ are avail-
able.
• The selected nature of the distress is stored for 10 minutes.
--DSC Menu--
Select Nature
Undesignated
˘Explosion
Flooding
Collision
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
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When a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is con-

--DSC Menu--
nected, go to step y. Because the following steps (r and Input UTC Time
t; Current position/time programming) do not appear. __:__ Null
r The position information appears. Set your position (lati-

tude and longitude) data by rotating [CHANNEL]. <CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
or backward, respectively. 6
• Rotate [CHANNEL] to edit N; North latitude or S; South latitude y Push [DISTRESS] for 5 sec. to transmit the distress call.
when the cursor is on the ‘N’ or ‘S’ position, and W; West longi- • While pushing [DISTRESS], the key backlighting blinks.
tude or E; East longitude when the cursor is on the ‘W’ or ‘E’ po- u After transmitting the distress call, the transceiver waits for
sition. an acknowledgment call on Channel 70.
• Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the latitude/longitude data. • The distress call is automatically transmitted every 3.5 to 4.5 min.
• Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the DSC menu. • After 2 sec., the transceiver is set to Channel 16 automatically.
--DSC Menu--
Input Position Distress Call
Latitude TX Complete
__°__.___N Null
Longitude Now Waiting for ACK
__°__.___W Null
<CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK> <CLR˘Cancel
Cancel ACK>
25W INT
t After setting the position data, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]
TAG
rotating [CHANNEL], then push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. After 2 sec. Wait ACK
<CLR˘
or backward, respectively. Cancel ACK> CALLING
• Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the UTC time data.
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i After receiving the acknowledgment, reply using the mi-

crophone.
■ Transmitting DSC calls
25W INT To ensure correct operation of the DSC function, please
make sure you set the squelch correctly. (p. 8)
TAG
Received
DistressACK
D Transmitting an individual call
<Osaka Bay The individual call function allows you to transmit a DSC sig-
<CLR˘ nal to a specific ship only.
Beep Off> CALLING

➥ A distress alert contains (default);
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “IIndividual Call ,”
• Nature of distress : Selected nature of the distress
• Position data : GPS or manual input position data is held push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Position Input ” item appears when a GPS receiver
• “P
for 23.5 hrs or until the power is turned
OFF. (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected.
➥ The distress call is repeated every 3.5–4.5 min., until re- --DSC Menu--
ceiving an ‘acknowledgement.’ Select Item
Position Input
➥ Push [CLR] to cancel the ‘Call repeat’ mode. ˘Individual Call
➥ “?
??” may blink instead of position and time indications Group Call
when the GPS data is invalid, or has not been manually All Ships Call
Position Request
updated after 4 hours. Position Report
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e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired pre-programmed r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select a desired intership channel,
Manual Input,” push [CHAN-
individual address or “M push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
NEL•ENTER]. • Intership channels are already preset into the transceiver in rec-
• The ID code for the individual call can be set in advance. (p. 17) ommended order.
• When “MManual Input ” is selected, set the 9-digit MMSI
--DSC Menu--
number for the individual you wish to call by rotating [CHAN- Select Intership CH
NEL]. ˘08 6
1st digit must not be ‘0’. 69
77
--DSC Menu-- 06
Select Address
Manual Input <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
John --DSC Menu--
˘Paul Individual Call Ready
George
Michael
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the individual call.

• If Channel 70 is busy, the transceiver stands by until the channel
becomes clear.
--DSC Menu--
Individual Call
Transmitting
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y Standby on Channel 70 until an acknowledgement is re- D Transmitting an individual acknowledgement

ceived. When receiving an individual call, you can transmit an ac-
--DSC Menu--
knowledgement (‘Able to comply’ or ‘Unable to comply’) by
Individual Call using the on screen prompts (see page 42 for details). You
TX Complete can also send an acknowledgement through the menu sys-
Now Waiting for ACK tem as follows.

<CLR˘Exit> w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “IIndividual ACK ,”
u When the acknowledgement ‘Able to comply’ is received, Position Input ” item appears when a GPS receiver
• “P
the specified channel (in step r) is selected with beeps (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected.
automatically. Or, when the acknowledgement ‘Unable to Individual ACK” item appears after an individual call is
• “I
comply’ is received, the display returns to the operated received.
channel (before enter the DSC menu) with beeps.
--DSC Menu--
25W INT Select Item
Position Input
TAG Individual Call
Received ˘Individual ACK
INDV ACK Group Call
<John All Ships Call
<CLR˘ Position Request
Beep Off> COMMERCIAL
25W INT e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired individual ad-
DUP
TAG
dress or ID code, push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Received
--DSC Menu--
Unable ACK
Select Address
<John
John
<CLR˘
˘Paul
Beep Off> INTL
George
Michael
i Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push and hold [PTT] to
communicate your message to the responding ship.
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D Transmitting a group call

r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “A
Able to Comply” or The group call function allows you to transmit a DSC signal to
Unable to Comply,” push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
“U a specific group only.
• When “U Unable to Comply” is selected, “No Reason Given”
will be transmitted. q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu.
--DSC Menu-- w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “G Group Call ,” push
Select Action [CHANNEL•ENTER].
˘Able to Comply Position Input ” item appears when a GPS receiver
• “P
Unable to Comply
(NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected. 6
--DSC Menu--
<CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK> Select Item
Position Input
--DSC Menu-- Individual Call
Individual ACK Ready ˘Group Call
All Ships Call
Position Request
Position Report
<CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK> e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired pre-programmed

Manual Input ,” push [CHAN-
group address or “M
NEL•ENTER].
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the acknowledge-
• The ID code for the group call can be set in advance. (p. 19)
ment call to the selected station. • When “M Manual Input” is selected, set the 8-digit ID code
y After the individual acknowledgement call has been trans- for the group you wish to call by rotating [CHANNEL].
mitted, the specified channel (specified by the calling sta-
tion) is selected automatically when “AAble to Com - --DSC Menu--
Select Address
ply ” is selected, or returns to the previous condition Manual Input
(before entering the DSC menu) when “U Unable to ˘Icom
Comply” is selected in step r. Coast station
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r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select a desired intership channel, y After the group call has been transmitted, the following in-
push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. dication is displayed.
• Intership channels are already preset into the transceiver in rec-
ommended order. --DSC Menu--
Group Call
TX Complete
--DSC Menu--
Select Intership CH
˘08
69
77
<CLR˘Exit>
06
<CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK> u Push [CLR] to exit and the transceiver selects the inter-
--DSC Menu-- ship channel specified in step r automatically.
Group Call Ready • Even if [CLR] hasn’t been pushed, the transceiver selects the
specified intership channel in step r automatically after 2 sec. of
inactivity.
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the group call.

becomes clear.
--DSC Menu--
Group Call
Transmitting
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D Transmitting an all ships call

Large ships use Channel 70 as their ‘listening channel.’ When
--DSC Menu--
you want to announce a message to all ships within range, Select Category
use the all ships call function. ˘Routine
Safety
Urgency
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “A
All Ships Call,” and
--DSC Menu--
• “P
All Ships Call Ready
6
(NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected.
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
Position Input
Individual Call <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
Group Call
˘All Ships Call
Position Request r Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the all ships call.
Position Report • Channel 70 is selected and the all ships call is transmitted.
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired category, push --DSC Menu--

All Ships Call
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
• Output power of ‘Routine’ category is 1 W (low power) only.
• The selectable category may differ according to the programmed
setting. Ask your dealer for the available categories.
Transmitting
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t After the all ships call has been transmitted, the following D Transmitting a position request call
indication is displayed. Transmit a position request call when you want to know a
--DSC Menu--
specific ship’s current position, etc.
All Ships Call
TX Complete q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu.
Position Request,”
• “P
<CLR˘Exit>
(NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected.
y Push [CLR] to exit and the transceiver selects Channel 16 --DSC Menu--
automatically. Select Item
Position Input
• Even if [CLR] hasn’t been pushed, the transceiver automatically Individual Call
selects Channel 16 after 2 sec. of inactivity. Group Call
All Ships Call
˘Position Request
Position Report
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired pre-programmed

individual address or “M
NEL•ENTER].
• The ID code can be set in advance. (p. 17)
number for the individual you wish to call by rotating [CHAN-
NEL].
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t After the position request call has been transmitted, the fol-
--DSC Menu--
Select Address lowing indication is displayed.
Manual Input
John --DSC Menu--
˘Paul Position Request
George TX Complete
Michael
<CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK> Now Waiting for ACK
--DSC Menu-- 6
POS Request Ready <CLR˘Exit>
y Push [CLR] to return to the previous indication before en-

tering the DSC menu.
• Even if [CLR] hasn’t been pushed, the display automatically re-
turns to the previous indication after 2 sec. of inactivity.
r Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the position request
call.
becomes clear.
--DSC Menu--
Position Request
Transmitting
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D Transmitting a position report call

Transmit a position report call when you want to announce When a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is con-
your own position to a specific ship and to get an answer, etc. nected, go to step y. Because the following steps (r and
t; Current position/time programming) do not appear.
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “PPosition Report ,” r The position information appears. Set your position (lati-
push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. tude and longitude) data by rotating [CHANNEL].
• “P • Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
(NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is not connected. or backward, respectively.
--DSC Menu-- when the cursor is on the ‘N’ or ‘S’ position, and W; West longi-
Select Item
Position Input tude or E; East longitude when the cursor is on the ‘W’ or ‘E’ po-
Individual Call sition.
Group Call • Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the latitude/longitude data.
All Ships Call • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the DSC menu.
Position Request
˘Position Report --DSC Menu--
Input Position
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired pre-programmed Latitude
__°__.___N Null
individual address or “M Longitude
NEL•ENTER]. __°__.___W Null
• The ID code can be set in advance. (p. 17) <CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
number for the individual you wish to call by rotating [CHAN-
NEL]. t After setting the position data, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]
--DSC Menu-- rotating [CHANNEL], then push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
Select Address
Manual Input
John or backward, respectively.
˘Paul • Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the UTC time data.
George • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the DSC menu.
Michael
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u After the position report call has been transmitted, the fol-
--DSC Menu--
Input UTC Time lowing indication is displayed.
__:__ Null
--DSC Menu--
Position Report
TX Complete
<CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK> Now Waiting for ACK
--DSC Menu--
Position Report Ready <CLR˘Exit>
6
i Push [CLR] to return to the previous indication before en-

tering the DSC menu.
• Even if [CLR] hasn’t been pushed, the display automatically re-
turns to the previous indication after 2 sec. of inactivity.
y Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the position report

call.
becomes clear.
--DSC Menu--
Position Report
Transmitting
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D Transmitting a polling request call

Transmit a polling request call when you want to know if a
--DSC Menu--
specific vessel is within communication range. Select Address
Manual Input
John
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. ˘Paul
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “PPolling Request ,” George
push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. Michael
--DSC Menu-- --DSC Menu--
Select Item Polling Request Ready
Individual Call
Group Call
All Ships Call
Position Request
Position Report
˘Polling Request <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired pre-programmed r Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the polling request
individual address or “M call.
NEL•ENTER]. • If Channel 70 is busy, the transceiver stands by until the channel
• The ID code can be set in advance. (p. 17) becomes clear.
--DSC Menu--
number for the individual you wish to call by rotating [CHAN- Polling Request
NEL].
Transmitting
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D Transmitting a position request reply call

t After the polling request call has been transmitted, the fol- Transmit a position request reply call when a position request
lowing indication is displayed. call is received.
--DSC Menu--
Polling Request q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu.
TX Complete w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “PPosition Reply ,”
Now Waiting for ACK
Position Reply” item appears after a position request
• “P
call is received. 6
<CLR˘Exit>
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
y Push [CLR] to return to the previous indication before en- Position Input
tering the DSC menu. Individual Call
• Even if [CLR] hasn’t been pushed, the display automatically re- Group Call
turns to the previous indication after 2 sec. of inactivity. All Ships Call
Position Request
˘Position Reply
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired individual ad-

--DSC Menu--
Select Address
John
˘Paul
George
Michael
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When a GPS receiver (NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01) is con- --DSC Menu--
nected, go to step y. Because the following steps (r and Input UTC Time
t; Current position/time programming) do not appear. __:__ Null
r The position information appears. Set your position (lati-

tude and longitude) data by rotating [CHANNEL]. <CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data>
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
or backward, respectively. --DSC Menu--
Position Reply Ready
when the cursor is on the ‘N’ or ‘S’ position, and W; West longi-
tude or E; East longitude when the cursor is on the ‘W’ or ‘E’ po-
sition.
• Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the latitude/longitude data. <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
--DSC Menu-- y Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the position request

Input Position reply call to the selected station.
Latitude • Your position data is transmitted, when [CHANNEL•ENTER] is
__°__.___N Null
Longitude pushed.
__°__.___W Null
<CLR 1sec
1sec˘Null
Null Data> --DSC Menu--
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK> Position Reply
t After setting the position data, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]

rotating [CHANNEL], then push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. Transmitting
• Push [CLR] for 1 sec. to clear the UTC time data.
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D Transmitting a position report reply call

Transmit a position report reply call when a position report call
--DSC Menu--
is received. Select Address
Manual Input
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. John
POS Report Reply,” ˘Paul
George
push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. Michael
POS Report Reply” item appears after a position report
• “P <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
call is received. --DSC Menu--
POS REP Reply Ready
6
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
Individual Call
Group Call
All Ships Call
Position Request <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
Position Report
˘POS Report Reply
r Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the position report
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired individual ad- reply call to the selected station.
--DSC Menu--
Position Report Reply
Transmitting
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D Transmitting a polling request reply call

Transmit a polling reply call when a polling request call is re-
--DSC Menu--
ceived. Select Address
Manual Input
John
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. ˘Paul
Polling Reply,” push George
[CHANNEL•ENTER]. Michael
Polling Reply” item appears after a polling request call
• “P
is received. --DSC Menu--
Polling Reply Ready
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
Group Call
All Ships Call
Position Request
Position Report <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
Polling Request
˘Polling Reply
r Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to transmit the polling request
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired individual ad- call to the selected station.
dress or ID code, push [CHANNEL•ENTER]. --DSC Menu--
Polling Reply
Transmitting
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■ Receiving DSC calls

D Receiving a distress call 25W INT
While monitoring Channel 70 and a distress call is received:
TAG
➥ The emergency alarm sounds for 2 minutes. Received
• Push [CLR] to stop the alarm. DistressACK
➥ “R
Received Distress” appears in the display, then <Osaka Bay
<CLR˘
Channel 16 is automatically selected. Beep Off> CALLING
➥ Continue monitoring Channel 16 as a coast station may re- 6
quire assistance. D Receiving a distress relay call
25W INT While monitoring Channel 70 and a distress relay acknowl-
edgement is received:
TAG
Received ➥ The emergency alarm sounds for 2 minutes.
Distress • Push [CLR] to stop the alarm.
<Paul ➥ “R
Received DistressRLY” appears in the display,
<CLR˘
Beep Off> CALLING then Channel 16 is automatically selected.
25W INT
D Receiving a distress acknowledgement TAG
While monitoring Channel 70 and a distress acknowledge- Received
ment to other ship is received: DistressRLY
<John
➥ The emergency alarm sounds for 2 minutes. <CLR˘
• Push [CLR] to stop the alarm. Beep Off> CALLING
➥ “R
Received DistressACK” appears in the display,
then Channel 16 is automatically selected.
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D Receiving an individual call D Receiving a group call

While monitoring Channel 70 and an individual call is re- While monitoring Channel 70 and a group call is received:
ceived: ➥ The emergency alarm or beeps sound depending on the
➥ The emergency alarm or beeps sound depending on the received category.
received category. ➥ “R
Received Group” appears in the display.
➥ “R
Received Individual” appears in the display. ➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL• ENTER] to select the channel specified by the calling sta-
ENTER] to reply the call and select the channel specified tion for voice communication; push [CLR] to ignore the
by the calling station for voice communication (depending group call.
on your replying condition see p. 28 for individual acknowl-
25W INT
edgement call procedure for details.); push [CLR] to ignore
the individual call. TAG
Received
25W INT Group
<Icom
TAG <CLR˘
Received Beep Off> SAFETY
Individual
<Paul
<CLR˘ D Receiving an all ships call
Beep Off> SAFETY While monitoring Channel 70 and an all ships call is received:
➥ The emergency alarm sounds when the category is ‘Dis-
tress’ or ‘Urgency’; beeps sound for 2 minutes.
➥ “R
Received All Ships” appears in the display.
➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
ENTER] to monitor channel 16 for an announcement from
the calling vessel; push [CLR] to ignore the call.
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25W INT D Receiving a position request call

While monitoring Channel 70 and a position request call is re-
TAG ceived:
Received
All Ships ➥ “R
Received POS Request” appears in the display.
<Paul ➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
<CLR˘
Beep Off> SAFETY
ENTER] to reply to the position request call; push [CLR]
to ignore the position request call.
D Receiving a geographical area call 25W INT
6
While monitoring Channel 70 and a geographical area call TAG
(for the area you are in) is received: Received
➥ Emergency alarm or beeps sound depending on the re- POS Request
<Paul
ceived category. <CLR˘
➥ “RReceived Geographic” appears in the display. Beep Off> SAFETY
25W INT
D Receiving a position report call
TAG
Received
While monitoring Channel 70 and a position report call is re-
Geographic ceived:
<Osaka Bay ➥ “R
Received POS Report” appears in the display.
<CLR˘
Beep Off> SAFETY ➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
ENTER] to reply to the position report call; push [CLR] to
➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL• ignore the position report call.
ENTER] to change to the channel specified by the calling 25W INT
station for voice communication; push other key to ignore
the geographical area call. TAG
Received
➥ Monitor the selected channel for an announcement from POS Report
the calling station. <Paul
<CLR˘
When no GPS receiver is connected or if there is a prob- Beep Off> SAFETY
lem with the connected receiver, all geographical area calls
are received, regardless of your position.
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D Receiving a polling request call D Receiving a position report reply call

While monitoring Channel 70 and a polling request call is re- While monitoring Channel 70 and a position report reply call
ceived: is received:
➥ “R
Received POLL REQ” appears in the display. ➥ “R Received POS Reply” appears in the display.
➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL• ➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
ENTER] to reply to the call; push [CLR] to ignore the call. ENTER] to display the position information; push [CLR] to
ignore the reply call.
25W INT
25W INT
TAG
Received TAG
POLL REQ Received
<Paul POS Reply
<CLR˘ <Paul
Beep Off> SAFETY <CLR˘
Beep Off> SAFETY
D Receiving a position request reply call
While monitoring Channel 70 and a position request reply call D Receiving a polling request reply call
is received: While monitoring Channel 70 and a polling request reply call
➥ “R Received POS Reply” appears in the display. is received:
➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL• ➥ “R Received POLL Reply” appears in the display.
ENTER] to display the position information; push [CLR] to ➥ Push [CLR] to stop the beep, then push [CHANNEL•
ignore the reply call. ENTER] to display the position information; push [CLR] to
ignore the reply call.
25W INT
25W INT
TAG
Received TAG
POS Reply Received
<Paul POLL Reply
<CLR˘ <Paul
Beep Off> SAFETY <CLR˘
Beep Off> SAFETY
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■ Received messages
The transceiver automatically stores up to 20 distress mes- w Rotate [CHANNEL] to scroll to the desired message, push
sages and 20 other messages. The messages can be used [CHANNEL•ENTER].
as an assistance to the logbook. • Messages which are blinking have not been read.
--DSC Menu--
q Push [MENU] to enter the DSC menu. Select Message
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “RReceived Calls ,” ˘12:15 John
04:43 George 6
--DSC Menu--
Select Item <CLR˘Exit / ENT˘OK>
Position Reply
Position Report
POS Report Reply e Rotate [CHANNEL] to scroll the message.
Polling Request
Polling Reply
˘Received Calls --DSC Menu--
Distress
Rotate <John
Explosion
D Distress message LAT:12°34.567N
q Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “D
Distress,” push [CHAN- LON:123°45.678W
UTC:12:15
NEL•ENTER]. <CLR˘Exit/CLR 1s˘Del>
--DSC Menu--
Select Message r Push [CLR] to exit or push [CLR] for 1 sec. to delete the
˘Distress
Other displayed message and return to the DSC menu.
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6 DSC OPERATION
D Other messages
q Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “O
Other ,” push [CHAN- e Rotate [CHANNEL] to scroll the message.
NEL•ENTER]. • The stored message has various information, depending on the
type of distress call.
--DSC Menu--
Select Message --DSC Menu--
Distress Individual Call
˘Other <Paul
Routine
F3E simplex
CH 08
<CLR˘Exit/CLR 1s˘Del>
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to scroll to the desired message, push

[CHANNEL•ENTER]. r Push [CLR] to exit or push [CLR] for 1 sec. to delete the
• Messages which are blinking have not been read. displayed message and returns to the DSC menu.
--DSC Menu--
Select Message
˘Individual Call
Group Call
Position Replay
All Ships Call
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■ DSC Set mode

D MMSI code check (See p. 16) r Set the offset time from the UTC (Universal Time Coordi-
D Add Individual ID/Group ID (See pgs. 17, 19) nated) time by rotating [CHANNEL].
D Delete Individual ID/Group ID (See pgs. 18, 20) • Push [16•C] or [DIAL•DUAL/GRP] to move the cursor forward
D Offset time
--DSC Menu--
This item sets the offset time from the UTC (Universal Time
Coordinated) time.
Input Offset Time 6
00:00

w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “S Set up ,” and push
[CHANNEL•ENTER]. <CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
--DSC Menu-- No offset time (default)

Select Item
POS Report Reply --DSC Menu--
Polling Request Input Offset Time
Polling Reply +12:00
Received Calls
Distress Setting
˘Set up
<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “O
Offset Time ,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER]. +12 hours
--DSC Menu--
Select Item t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to program and to return to the
Add:INDV ID set up menu.
Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
˘Offset Time
MMSI Check
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6 DSC OPERATION
D Automatic acknowledgement
This item sets the automatic acknowledgement function to r Rotate [CHANNEL] to turn the automatic acknowledge-
ON or OFF. ment function ON or OFF.
When a position request, position report or polling request call
--DSC Menu--
is received, the transceiver automatically transmits a position Auto ACK
request reply, position report reply or polling reply call, re- ˘ON
OFF
spectively.

<CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN-
NEL•ENTER].
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to set the condition.
--DSC Menu-- • Push [CLR] to cancel and return to the set up menu.
Select Item
POS Report Reply
Polling Request
Polling Reply
Received Calls
Distress Setting
˘Set up

Auto ACK ,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
Add:Group ID
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
MMSI Check
˘Auto ACK
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D NMEA Output
Select an NMEA Output function from OFF, All Station or List r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the NMEA Output function
Station. from OFF, All Station or List Station.
When receiving position acknowledgment, the transceiver • List Station: Outputs the position data from the specified vessels
outputs it to the external equipment via the NMEA connector. listed on the DSC individual ID screen.
• All Station : Outputs the position data from all vessels.
• OFF : Does not output any position data to external equip-
ment.
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “SSet up ,” push [CHAN-
NEL•ENTER]. --DSC Menu-- 6
NMEA Output
--DSC Menu-- ˘List Station
Select Item All Station
POS Report Reply OFF
Polling Request
Polling Reply
Received Calls <CLR˘Exit
Exit / ENT
ENT˘OK>
OK>
Distress Setting
˘Set up
t Push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to set the condition.
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to select “N
NMEA Output ,” push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
--DSC Menu--
Select Item
DEL:INDV ID
DEL:Group ID
Offset Time
MMSI Check
Auto ACK
˘NMEA Output
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7 OTHER FUNCTIONS
■ Intercom operation
The optional Intercom function allows you to talk to the deck e Push and hold [PTT] and speak at a normal voice level
from the cabin. The optional COMMANDMIC III™ is required into the microphone.
for Intercom operation. TALK” or “L
• “T LISTEN”* appears on the caller or listener function
display.
Connect an optional command microphone as described on • To adjust the IC-M505’s speaker output level, rotate [VOL].
p. 63. • To adjust the HM-162E’s speaker output level, rotate [SELEC-
TOR] after pushing [VOL] on the HM-162E.
• Transmitting is impossible during Intercom operation.
• The received signal is muted during Intercom operation.
INTERCOM
q Push [IC] to enter Intercom mode. INTERCOM
LISTEN
• The optional command microphone power is automatically TALK

turned ON, even if the power is OFF. HM-162E (listener)
Push IC-M505 (caller)
r After releasing [PTT] you can hear the response through

the speaker.
INTERCOM t To return to the normal operation, push [IC] momentarily.
• [16•C] and [DISTRESS] keys are also available.
IC-M505/HM-162E
w Push and hold [IC] for 1 sec. again to call up the optional
command microphone side.
• The transceiver and the optional command microphone emit call
beeps.
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■ RX Speaker function
• While in the Intercom mode, the transceiver functions The IC-M505 has an RX Speaker function. When this func-
(transmit and receive) are interrupted. If the transceiver tion is turned ON, the received audio can be heard on the
is in transmit condition, the Intercom function is not avail- deck or tower via an external speaker or hailer speaker.
able.
• When a DSC call is received, the intercom function is in- Connect an external speaker or hailer speaker as described
terrupted with an automatic return to the transceiver on p. 58.
mode. The transceiver’s display indicates ‘Receiving
DSC calls.’ (p. 41) q Push and hold [HAIL•RX ] for 1 sec. to enter the RX
Speaker mode.
7
RX ” appears
• “R
• Rotate [CHANNEL] to adjust the audio output level, push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
25W INT
RX
Push and hold TAG
RX
for 1 sec. 15
<ENT˘OK> CALLING
w To return to normal operation, push and hold [HAIL•RX ]

for 1 sec.
While in the RX Speaker mode, rotate [CHANNEL] while

pushing and holding [HAIL•RX ] to adjust the audio out-
put level. After adjusting, push [CHANNEL•ENTER].
• Rotate [CHANNEL] within 1 sec. after pushing [HAIL•RX ].
Otherwise the transceiver returns to the normal operation.
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7 OTHER FUNCTIONS
■ Hailer operation
The IC-M505 has a hailer function for voice amplification over • While in the hailer mode, the transceiver functions (trans-
a loudspeaker, making it unnecessary to leave the bridge to mit and receive) are interrupted. If the transceiver is in
talk a hailing party. transmit condition, the hailer function is not available.
• When a DSC call is received, the hailer function is inter-
Connect an external hailer speaker (25 W nominal at
rupted with an automatic return to the transceiver mode.
13.8 V/4 Ω) as described on p. 58.
The transceiver’s display indicates ‘Receiving DSC calls.’
• Transmitting is not possible during hailer operation.
• The received signal is muted during hailer operation. (p. 41)
q Push [HAIL•RX ] to enter hailer mode.
Push HAILER
15
w Push and hold [PTT] and speak at a normal voice level

into the microphone.
TALK” appears.
• “T
WAIT” appears at the channel comment indicator when the op-
• “W
tional command microphone is in use.
• To adjust the hailer level, rotate [CHANNEL].
e To return to normal operation, push [CLR] or [HAIL•RX ].
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■ Automatic foghorn function

The automatic foghorn function sounds a horn repeatedly The foghorn outputs from the hailer speaker. To use this func-
until the function is turned OFF. Four patterns are available tion, the hailer speaker must be connected to the transceiver.
for varying conditions. See p. 58 for connection details.
TYPE PATTERN USAGE

5s±1
One 5-second blasts every 120
UNDERWAY seconds.
Motor vessel underway and making way. 7
120s
5s±1
Two 5-second blasts (separated Motor vessel underway but stopped (not
STOP by 2 seconds) every 120 seconds. making way).
2s 120s
Sailing vessel underway, fishing vessel

One 5-second blast followed by 5s±1
1s (underway or anchored), vessel not under
two 1-second blasts (each sepa-
SAIL command, a vessel restricted in her ability
rated by 2 seconds) every 120
to maneuver (underway or at anchor), or a
seconds. 2s 120s
vessel towing or pushing another ahead.
5s±1
One 5-second blast followed by 1s
three 1-second blasts (each sep-
TOW Vessel under tow (manned).
arated by 2-seconds) every 120
seconds. 2s 120s
The audio frequency of the foghorn is selectable. See

p. 56 for details on selecting the audio frequency.
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7 OTHER FUNCTIONS
q While pushing and holding [H/L], push [HAIL•RX ] to r To return to normal operation, repeat step q.
enter auto foghorn mode. When a DSC call is received, the automatic foghorn func-
25W INT tion is interrupted with an automatic return to the trans-
TAG ceiver mode. The transceiver’s display indicates ‘Receiv-
Push and
˘UNDERWAY
ing DSC calls.’ (p. 41)
STOP
<ENT˘OK> CALLING
w Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired foghorn pattern,

UNDERWAY,’ ‘S
• ‘U STOP,’ ‘SSAIL,’ ‘T
TOW’ are available. (p. 53)
• Even if [CHANNEL•ENTER] hasn’t been pushed, the display au-
tomatically changes to the next step after 5 sec. of inactivity.
e Rotate [CHANNEL] to adjust the foghorn level, push
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
• The foghorn level is adjustable in 30 steps.
• Even if [ENT] hasn’t been pushed, the display automatically
changes to the next step after 5 sec. of inactivity.
25W INT
Rotate
TAG
FOGHORN
15 Push
<ENT˘OK> CALLING
25W INT
TAG
FOGHORN
15
The selected foghorn
pattern is displayed. UNDERWAY CALLING
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SET MODE 8
■ Set mode programming ■ Set mode items
Set mode is used to change the conditions of the transceiver’s D Scan type
functions: Scan type, Scan resume timer, Dual/Tri-watch, Beep The transceiver has 2 scan types: Normal scan and Priority
tone, LCD contrast, Automatic foghorn frequency, Radio power, scan. Normal scan searches all TAG channels in the selected
Scrambler type* and Scrambler code.* channel group. Priority scan searches all TAG channels in se-
*Appears only when the optional scrambler unit is installed. quence while monitoring Channel 16.
Available functions may differ depending on how they are
set by the dealer. --Set Mode--
Scan Type
˘Priority
q Turn power OFF. Normal 7
w While pushing and holding [16•C], turn power ON to enter
Set mode. 8
<ENT˘OK>
e After the display appears, release [16•C].
r Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired item, push Default: Priority
[CHANNEL•ENTER].
t Rotate [CHANNEL] to select the desired condition of the D Scan resume timer
item. The scan resume timer can be selected as a pause (OFF) or
y Push [CLR], or rotate [CHANNEL] to select “E
Exit,” then timer scan (ON). When OFF is selected, the scan pauses
push [CHANNEL•ENTER] to exit set mode and returns to until the signal disappears. When ON is selected, the scan
normal operation condition. pauses 5 sec. and resumes even if a signal has been re-
• SET MODE CONSTRUCTION ceived on any other channel than Channel 16.
--Set Mode-- --Set Mode--
˘Scan Type Scan Timer
Scan Timer ON
Rotate ˘OFF
Dual/Tri
Beep
Contrast
Foghorn Frequency <ENT˘OK>
Radio Power
Scrambler Type Default: OFF
Scrambler Code
Exit
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D Dual/Tri-watch D LCD contrast

This item can be selected as Dualwatch or Tri-watch. (p. 14) The LCD contrast can be adjustable to 8 levels. The level 1 is
--Set Mode--
the lowest contrast, and the level 8 is the highest contrast.
Dual/Tri
Tri-watch --Set Mode--
˘Dualwatch
Dualwatch Contrast
˘5
4
3
<ENT˘OK> 2
1
<ENT˘OK>
Default: Dualwatch
Default: 5
D Beep tone
You can select the silent operation by turning beep tones OFF D Automatic foghorn frequency
or you can have confirmation beeps sound at the push of a The audio frequency of the automatic foghorn can be ad-
key by turning beep tones ON. justed to suit your preference. While this item is selected,
--Set Mode--
pushing [PTT] outputs the foghorn— experiment with the fre-
Beep quencies available until you find one you like.
˘ON
OFF • Available frequency range is 200 Hz to 850Hz in 50 Hz steps.
--Set Mode--
Foghorn Frequency
<ENT˘OK> ˘400
350
Default: ON 300
250
200
<ENT˘OK>
Default: 400
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D Radio power D Scrambler code

(Appears when the HM-162E is connected) (Appears when a scrambler unit is installed)
This item sets the Radio Power function ON or OFF. When an optional scrambler unit is installed, the scrambler
ON : The transceiver’s power is controlled by the optional code can be set depending on how it is set by the dealer.
command microphone. When the command micro- When the UT-112 is installed, 32 codes (1 to 32) can be se-
phone is turned OFF, the transceiver will also be turned lected.
OFF automatically. When the UT-98 is installed, 128 codes (0 to 127) can be se-
OFF : The transceiver’s power is not controlled by the optional lected.
command microphone. Even if the command microphone (When UT-112 is installed) (When UT-98 is installed)
is turned OFF, the transceiver will continue to work. --Set Mode-- --Set Mode--
Scrambler Code Scrambler Code
--Set Mode-- 5 4
Radio Power 4 3 8
˘ON 3 2
OFF 2 1
˘1 ˘0
<ENT˘OK> <ENT˘OK>
<ENT˘OK> Default: 1 Default: 0

Default: ON
D Scrambler type
(Appears when a scrambler unit is installed)
When an optional scrambler unit is installed, the scrambler
type can be selected in set mode depending on how it is set
by the dealer.
--Set Mode--
Scrambler Type
UT-98
˘UT-112
UT-112
<ENT˘OK>
Default: UT-112
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9 CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
■ Connections
q e EXTERNAL SPEAKER LEAD (Yellow)
w o Connects to an external speaker.
e
r
t
r HAILER/FOGHORN (–) LEAD (Black)
Connects to a hailer speaker (25 W nominal at 13.8 V/4 Ω).
t HAILER/FOGHORN (+) LEAD (Blue)
Do not
loose! Connects to a hailer speaker (25 W nominal at 13.8 V/4 Ω).
i
y ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connects a marine VHF antenna with a PL-259 connector
y
u to the transceiver.
CAUTION: Transmitting without an antenna may dam-
age the transceiver.
q NMEA IN LEAD (Red)
Connects to a GPS receiver for position indication. u GROUND TERMINAL
• A NMEA0183 ver. 2.0 or 3.01 (sentence formatters RMC, GGA, Connect this terminal to a vessel ground to prevent electri-
GNS, GLL and VTG) compatible GPS receiver is required. Ask cal shocks and interference from other equipment occur-
your dealer about suitable GPS receivers. ring. Use a self-tapping screw (3 × 8 mm.)
i EXTERNAL MICROPHONE JACK
Connects to optional command microphone.
w NMEA OUT LEAD (White) o DC POWER CONNECTOR
Connects to a PC or navigation equipment (NMEA0183 Connects the supplied DC power cable from this connector
ver. 3.01 sentence formatters DSC, DSE compatible) for to an external 12 V battery.
position data received from other ships.
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■ Supplied accessories
CAUTION: After connecting the DC power cable, NMEA
Mounting bracket For mounting bracket
IN/OUT leads, external speaker lead and hailer/foghorn lead,
Knob bolts Flat washers (M5)
cover the connector and leads with an adhesive tape as
shown below, to prevent water seeping into the transceiver.
Rubber vulcanizing Screws (5×20) Spring washers (M5)
tape
Microphone hanger cable* DC power cable Microphone hanger

(OPC-1096: Black) (OPC-891A) and screws (3×16)
9
■ Antenna *Depending on version
A key element in the performance of any communication sys-

tem is the antenna. Ask your dealer about antennas and the
best place to mount them. ■ Microphone hanger
■ Fuse replacement Rest the supplied microphone on the hanger when not in use.
Connect the OPC-1096* to the transceiver’s ground terminal
One fuse is installed in the supplied DC power cable. If a fuse with a self-tapping screw (3 × 8 mm) and the other side to the
blows or the transceiver stops functioning, track down the microphone hanger to use the microphone hanger function.
source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged *Depending on version.
fuse with a new one of the proper rating.
• If the microphone hanger function is used, Channel 16 is selected
automatically when the supplied microphone is rested on the
hanger.
Fuse rating: 10 A
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■ Mounting the transceiver

D Using the supplied mounting bracket
The universal mounting bracket supplied with your transceiver • OVERHEAD MOUNTING
allows overhead or dashboard mounting.
• Mount the transceiver securely with the 4 supplied screws
(5 × 20) to a surface which is more than 10 mm thick and
can support more than 5 kg.
• Mount the transceiver so that the face of the transceiver is at
90° to your line of sight when operating it.
CAUTION: KEEP the transceiver and microphone at least

1 meter away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation com-
pass.
NOTE: Check the installation angle; the function display

may not be easy-to-read at some angles. These screws are shown a
• MOUNTING ON THE BOARD
mounting example only.
Not supplied with acces-
sories.
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■ MB-75 installation
An optional MB-75 FLUSH MOUNT KIT is available for
mounting the transceiver to a flat surface such as an instru-
ment panel.
CAUTION: KEEP the transceiver and microphone at least Supplied bolt

r
1 meter away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation com-
pass.
q Using the template on the last page, carefully cut a hole

Clamp r
into the instrument panel (or wherever you plan to mount
the transceiver).
w Slide the transceiver through the hole as shown below. t Tighten the end bolts on the clamps (rotate clockwise) so
9
that the clamps press firmly against the inside of the in-
strument control panel.
y Tighten the locking nuts (rotate counterclockwise) so that
the IC-M505 is securely mounted in position as below.
Locking nut
t End bolt
e Attach the 2 supplied bolts (M5 × 8 mm) on either side of
the IC-M505.
r Attach the clamps on either side of the IC-M505. u Connect the antenna and power cable, then return the in-
• Make sure that the clamps align parallel to the IC-M505’s body. strument control panel to its original place.
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■ UT-112/UT-98 installation
CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable from the w Disconnect the flat cable and NMEA (4 pin) from J5 of the
transceiver before performing any work on the transceiver. LOGIC unit.
Otherwise, there is danger of electric shock and/or equip-
ment damage. LOGIC unit
NMEA (4 pin)
Follow the case opening procedure shown here when you
want to install an optional scrambler unit.
q Remove the 6 screws as shown below and open the trans-

ceiver.
q
Flat cable
w
e Install an optional unit (UT-112 or UT-98) to J3 on the AF

unit as shown below.
Optional unit
J3
AF unit
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■ HM-162E installation
r Return the cables and screws to the original position.
• Be sure not upside down the flat cable.
CAUTION:
• When re-assembling the case and tightening the screws,
you must keep the specified torque (0.5±0.07 N.m). Oth-
erwise the transceiver may be damaged (torque too high)
or lose waterproof efficiency (torque too low).
• When uninstalling the optional unit, remove it vertically.
Wiggling the unit from side to side may damage the op-
tional unit's connector.
9
The optional HM-162E should be installed to the transceiver
using the supplied connection cable.
The connector of the connection cable can be installed into a
cabinet, wall, etc., as a built-in plug.
For longer distance remote operation, the optional extension

cable, OPC-1541 (6 m; connecting between transceiver and
the connection cable), is available, and up to two OPC-1541
can be added.
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q Insert the supplied cable into the external microphone jack y The completed installation should look like this.
and tighten the cable nut as shown below.
w To use the supplied cable as a wall socket, perform the fol-

lowing steps.
e Using the mounting base as a template, carefully mark the
holes where the cable and three screws will be fastened.
r Drill holes at these marks.
t Install the mounting base using the supplied screws as
shown below.
Mounting base Nut
Gasket
Screw holes
(approx. 2 (d) mm; 3 32″) Cap
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Nut
Gasket
Cap
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10 TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

The transceiver does • Bad connection to the power supply. • Check the connection to the transceiver. p. 58
not turn ON.
No sound from speaker. • Squelch level is too high. • Set [SQL] to the threshold point. p. 8
• Volume level is too low. • Set [VOL] to a suitable level. p. 8
• Speaker has been exposed to water. • Drain water from the speaker. —
Transmitting is impossi- • Some channels are programmed for low • Change channels. pgs. 6,
ble, or high power can power or receive only in regulations. 7, 69, 70
not be selected. • The output power is set to low. • Push [H/L] to select high power. p. 8
Scan does not start. • TAG channel is not programmed. • Set the desired channels as TAG channels. p. 13
No beeps. • Beep tones are turned OFF. • Turn the beep tone ON in Set mode. p. 56
• The squelch is open. • Set [SQL] to the threshold point. p. 8
Distress call cannot be • MMSI (DSC self ID) code is not pro- • Program the MMSI (DSC self ID) code. p. 15
transmitted. grammed.
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SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS 11

■ Specifications
D General D Receiver
• Frequency coverage : Tx 156.000–161.450 MHz • Receive system : Double conversion
Rx 156.000–163.425 MHz superheterodyne
• Mode : FM (16K0G3E), DSC (16K0G2B) • Sensitivity (20 dB SINAD) : –5 dBµ emf (typical)
• Channel spacing : 25 kHz • Squelch sensitivity : Less than 1 µV
• Current drain (at 13.8 V) : TX high 5.5 A max. • Intermodulation rejection ratio : More than 73 dB
Max. audio 1.5 A max. • Spurious response rejection ratio : More than 73 dB
• Power supply requirement : 13.8 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V) • Adjacent channel selectivity : More than 73 dB
(negative ground) • Audio output power : More than 2 W at 10% distortion
• Frequency stability : ±10 ppm with a 4 Ω load
• Operating temp. range : –20°C to +60°C • Hum and noise : More than 40 dB
• Antenna impedance : 50 Ω nominal • Audio frequency response : +1dB to –3dB of –6 dB oct. from
• Dimensions : 165(W) × 110(H) × 123.2(D) mm 300 Hz to 3000 Hz
(Projections not included) 10
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or
• Weight : Approx. 1450 g
obligation.
11
D Transmitter
• Output power : 25 W/1 W
• Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency
modulation
• Max. frequency deviation : ±5.0 kHz
• Spurious emissions : Less than 0.25 µW
• Microphone impedance : 2 kΩ
• Frequency error : Less than ±1.5 kHz
• Adjacent channel power : More than 70 dB
• Audio harmonic distortion : Less than 10 %
• Residual modulation : More than 40 dB
• Audio frequency response : +1dB to –3dB of 6 dB oct. from
300 Hz to 3000 Hz
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D Dimensions
145
■ Options
• MB-75 FLUSH MOUNT KIT
For mounting the transceiver to a panel.
• HM-162E COMMANDMIC III™
External microphone-type controller. Provides optional inter-
123.2
108.4
com operation. 6 m microphone cable and mount-ing base in-

cluded. Black and white colors are available.
Do not connect the HM-162E to the OPC-999.
• OPC-1541 MICROPHONE EXTENSION CABLE
6 m microphone extension cable for optional HM-162E COM-
MANDMIC III™. Up to 2 OPC-1541 can be connected. (18 m;
maximum)
• UT-112 VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT
91.4
110
Ensures private communications. 32 codes are available.

Not available in some countries.
• UT-98 VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT
165 31.4 77 Ensures private communications. 128 codes are available.
Not available in some countries.
Unit: mm
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CHANNEL LIST 12
• International channels
Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz)
CH CH CH CH CH CH
Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive
01 156.050 160.650 11 156.550 156.550 21 157.050 161.650 61 156.075 160.675 71 156.575 156.575 81 157.075 161.675
02 156.100 160.700 12 156.600 156.600 22 157.100 161.700 62 156.125 160.725 72 156.625 156.625 82 157.125 161.725
03 156.150 160.750 13 156.650 156.650 23 157.150 161.750 63 156.175 160.775 73 156.675 156.675 83 157.175 161.775
04 156.200 160.800 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 64 156.225 160.825 74 156.725 156.725 84 157.225 161.825
05 156.250 160.850 15*1 156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 65 156.275 160.875 75*3 156.775 156.775 85 157.275 161.875
06 156.300 156.300 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 66 156.325 160.925 76*3 156.825 156.825 86 157.325 161.925
1
07 156.350 160.950 17* 156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 67 156.375 156.375 77 156.875 156.875 87 157.375 157.375
08 156.400 156.400 18 156.900 161.500 28 157.400 162.000 68 156.425 156.425 78 156.925 161.525 88 157.425 157.425
09 156.450 156.450 19 156.950 161.550 37A*2 157.850 157.850 69 156.475 156.475 79 156.975 161.575 P4*2 161.425 161.425
10 156.500 156.500 20 157.000 161.600 60 156.025 160.625 70† 156.525 156.525 80 157.025 161.625
†
Receive only
*1 Channels 15 and 17 may also be used for on-board communications provided the effective radiated power does not exceed 1 W,
and subject to the national regulations of the administration concerned when these channels are used in its territorial waters. 11
*2 UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for U.K. version only 12
*3 The use of these channels should be restricted to navigation-related communications only and all precautions should be taken to
avoid harmful interference to channel 16, e.g. by limiting the output power to 1 W or by means geographical separation.
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12 CHANNEL LIST
• USA channels (for U.K. version only)

Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz)
CH CH CH CH CH CH
Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive Transmit Receive
01A 156.050 156.050 12 156.600 156.600 22A 157.100 157.100 64A 156.225 156.225 77 156.875 156.875 86 157.325 161.925
-- --- --- 13† 156.650 156.650 23A 157.150 157.150 65A 156.275 156.275 78A 156.925 156.925 86A 157.325 157.325
03A 156.150 156.150 14 156.700 156.700 24 157.200 161.800 66A 156.325 156.325 79A 156.975 156.975 87 157.375 161.975
-- --- --- 15† 156.750 156.750 25 157.250 161.850 67† 156.375 156.375 80A 157.025 157.025 87A 157.375 157.375
05A 156.250 156.250 16 156.800 156.800 26 157.300 161.900 68 156.425 156.425 81A 157.075 157.075 88 157.425 162.025
06 156.300 156.300 17† 156.850 156.850 27 157.350 161.950 69 156.475 156.475 82A 157.125 157.125 88A 157.425 157.425
07A 156.350 156.350 18A 156.900 156.900 28 157.400 162.000 70‡ 156.525 156.525 83A 157.175 157.175 P4* 161.425 161.425
08 156.400 156.400 19A 156.950 156.950 37A* 157.850 157.850 71 156.575 156.575 84 157.225 161.825
09 156.450 156.450 20 157.000 161.600 61A 156.075 156.075 72 156.625 156.625 84A 157.225 157.225
10 156.500 156.500 20A 157.000 157.000 -- --- --- 73 156.675 156.675 85 157.275 161.875
11 156.550 156.550 21A 157.050 157.050 63A 156.175 156.175 74 156.725 156.725 85A 157.275 157.275
† Low power only
‡
Receive only
*UK Marina Channels: M1=37A (157.850 MHz), M2=P4 (161.425 MHz) for U.K. version only
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165
146
R12 (Max.)
MB-75
92.4
110
29.5 to 31.5 (d)
HM-162E
Unit: mm
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GBR BEL ITA FIN
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Printed in Japan
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OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CANTILEVER LIFE BOAT DAVIT
NORSAFE AS
P.O. Box 115
N-4852 Færvik
Norway
Telephone: +47 37 05 85 00
Telefax: +47 37 05 85 01
Davit designed and made by: Norsafe AS

IMPORTANT NOTICE!
During the warranty period, all necessary spare parts must be supplied by NORSAFE AS.
The use of spare parts supplied by other suppliers violates and forfeits the warranty.
Rev. Reason for issue Date By Chk

A ISSUED FOR APPROVAL 05-07 AHM NHØ
0 APPROVED 05-07 NHØ
1 INCLUDE D-DAVIT 07-07 AHM NHØ
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LIST OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Introduction/validity ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Supplier information ......................................................................................................................... 4
2 PARTICULARS ................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Launching appliance data ................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Painting instructions ......................................................................................................................... 5
3 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATION ................................................ 6

3.1 Technical description ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.1.1 Davit arms ...................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.2 Winch ............................................................................................................................................ 7
3.1.3 Wire rope ....................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.4 Electric control unit with remote push button box (Optional) ........................................................... 7
3.1.5 Lashing systems ............................................................................................................................. 7
3.1.6 Remote control wire, type «Stop and go». ....................................................................................... 8
3.1.7 Suspensions .................................................................................................................................... 8
4 LAUNCHING SYSTEM ....................................................................................... 9

4.1 Restrictions in use ............................................................................................................................. 9
4.2 Generalities...................................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 Launching instructions.................................................................................................................... 11
4.4 Launching ........................................................................................................................................ 12
4.4.1 Preparations before launching ....................................................................................................... 12
4.4.2 Launching procedure .................................................................................................................... 12
4.5 Recovery procedure ........................................................................................................................ 13
4.6 Boat stowage .................................................................................................................................... 13
4.7 Remote control ................................................................................................................................ 14
4.8 Electrics ........................................................................................................................................... 14
4.8.1 Electric motor ............................................................................................................................... 14
4.8.2 Starter box .................................................................................................................................... 14
4.8.3 Remote control box ...................................................................................................................... 15
4.8.4 Limit switches .............................................................................................................................. 15
5 WINCH SYSTEM............................................................................................... 16
5.1 Basic winch description ................................................................................................................... 16
5.1.1 Drum ............................................................................................................................................ 16
5.1.2 Speed reducer gear........................................................................................................................ 16
5.1.3 Safety gear (centrifugal brake) ...................................................................................................... 16
5.1.4 Brake gear (stop brake) ................................................................................................................. 16
5.1.5 Motor power unit .......................................................................................................................... 17
5.1.6 Manual cranking gear ................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Brake system of launching appliance winches ................................................................................ 17
5.3 Parking brake gear and spindle type axial lifting mechanism ....................................................... 18
5.4 Inspection check & adjustment ....................................................................................................... 18
5.5 Precautions during coupling assembly............................................................................................ 18
6 MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 19
6.1 Maintenance group 1, three months service ................................................................................... 19
6.1.1 Davits (greasing) .......................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.2 Winches (greasing) ....................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.3 Wire ropes (greasing).................................................................................................................... 19
6.1.4 Oil level check.............................................................................................................................. 20

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6.1.5 Brake gear .................................................................................................................................... 20
6.2 Inspection log for monthly maintenance inspections ...................................................................... 22
6.3 Lubrication charts ........................................................................................................................... 27
6.4 Maintenance group 2, one year service ........................................................................................... 29
6.4.1 Winches (oil change) .................................................................................................................... 29
6.4.2 Safety brake.................................................................................................................................. 29
6.4.3 Installation/changing of wire ropes ................................................................................................ 29
6.4.4 Painting ........................................................................................................................................ 30
6.4.5 Spare parts.................................................................................................................................... 30
6.5 One year maintenance inspection report ........................................................................................ 31
7 SPARE PARTS ................................................................................................. 32

7.1 How to order spare parts ................................................................................................................ 32
8 WARRANTY CONDITIONS - ORGALIME S92 ................................................ 33
9 CALL FOR SERVICE F ORM ............................................................................ 40

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Introduction/validity
This manual is valid for cantilever davits and A-frame platform davits, supplied by Norsafe
AS.
1.2 Supplier information
Norsafe A/S was established in 1903 as Jørgensen & Vik in Grimstad. At first they
manufactured wooden lifeboats and during the 1. World War the first partially enclosed
lifeboats were delivered. Aluminium was used from 1952 to 1958. Since 1958 fibreglass has
been used as building material.
Norsafe A/S moved from Grimstad to Arendal in 1990, and delivers today a wide range of
boats and davits.
Postal address: Norsafe AS

P.O.Box 115
N-4852 FÆRVIK
Norway
Visiting address: Nedre Tybakken, Tromøy, Arendal, Norway

Phone: +47 37 05 85 00
Telefax: +47 37 05 85 01
Telefax service dep: +47 37 05 85 11

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2 Particulars
In this chapter the generalities of the life saving appliance above mentioned and of this
manual will be given.
2.1 Launching appliance data
Davit system: Lifeboat handling system, cantilever type for use on platforms, etc.
For correct weight please refer to Lifeboat Certificates.
2.2 Painting instructions
Unless a paint system has been ordered separately, the davit system supplied has been
sandblasted SA 2,5 and covered with one layer of zink epoxy primer. Thickness of this coat is
50-60 microns. Please refer to contract for details of paint system.
UNPROTECTED STORAGE FOR MORE THAN 3 MONTHS IS NOT RECOMMENDED

UNLESS A FURTHER PAINT SYSTEM HAS BEEN APPLIED.

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3 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATION
3.1 Technical description
General introduction:
The davit fulfils the requirements as given in latest SOLAS/IMO regulations with the latest
amendments in force. Due to continuous product development the regulations are not quoted
in this manual. The davit is designed for efficient launching of a fully manned lifeboat from
the stowed position to the sea level by means of gravity.
For launching and recovery purposes, the system is equipped with an electric winch. Hoisting
of the fully equipped boat, including the launching crew of 3 or 6, is done by the electric
motor on the winch.
In case of power failure, the winch is equipped with means for manual hoisting.
The winch is equipped with two single drums. A built-in centrifugal brake will control the
lowering speed. The parking brake is of the «dead-man» type; stops when released.
The remote lowering system consists of a handgrip and a remote lowering steel wire.
For minimum maintenance all shafts are of stainless steel.

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3.1.1 Davit arms
The davit arms and intermediate structure are welded from of steel profiles and plates.
3.1.2 Winch
The electrically driven winch consists of the following main parts:

· 2 drums for main wire
· 1 drum for the remote lowering wire
· Gear box
· Centrifugal brake for controlling the lowering speed
· Parking brake
· Electric motor, an electric squirrel-cage motor, enclosure IP56 and isolation class F. The
motor incorporates a standby heating element.
· Manual hoisting gear.
3.1.3 Wire rope
A galvanized, non-rotating wire is supplied for each drum. Due to davit lay-out the length for
left and right drum may vary some meters for the two drums.
3.1.4 Electric control unit with remote push button box (Optional)
Electric starter box:

The electric starter box contains the necessary parts for a proper controlling of the davit
system.
Remote push button box:
The remote push button box contains a push button for hoisting only, enclosure class IP 56.
3.1.5 Lashing systems
Each boat is secured by means of two lashings. According to contract, this can be steel wire,
soft belt-type or lashing brackets welded to deck and counter fittings on the boat.

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3.1.6 Remote control wire, type «Stop and go».
The remote control system consists out of the following main items:
· Steel remote control wire for lowering from inside the boat.
· Required set of pulleys
· Counter weight and handle
It is also possible to control the lowering from the winch access platform. The brake lever is
lifted to lower the boat.
IMPORTANT: Always remove the lashings before lowering the boat.
3.1.7 Suspensions
Single fall:
The wire from the winch runs through the wire sheaves on the davit and to the boat hook.
Chains, shackles and connecting ring are connected between the wire and the lifting hook,
using a wedge socket.
DAVIT DATA:
Hoisting speed lifeboat: Approx. 5 m/min
Gravity lowering speed: Limited to 1m/s, max speed at any point.
List/trim conditions: 20° /10°

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4 LAUNCHING SYSTEM
IMPORTANT!
All crewmembers on the mother ship should be familiar with the operating procedures for this
launching appliance and lifeboat. Failure to follow the procedures detailed in this manual may
result in serious personnel injury or material damage.
4.1 Restrictions in use
Norsafe davit is only to be used in lowering/hoisting operation with boat connected to hook.
Norsafe davit is not to be used as a crane, meaning replacement of boat with e.g. cargo net is
not allowed.
Norsafe davit is only to be used with boat weight not exceeding S.W.L. for the davit
arrangement.
For operation of the lifeboat, please refer to the relevant user manual for the boat.
Any violation to these restrictions may invalidate the guarantee conditions.

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A summary of the most important particulars of the launching appliance as well as those of
the craft to be launched is given in the preceding chapter.
4.2 Generalities
The Cantilever davit system is suitable for launching a boat including the full complement of
persons from the embarkation position to the water level. This lowering is depending on
gravity only. The lowering procedure can be controlled from either the winch position, or
from within the craft.
It is evident that the davit system needs an embarkation platform on stowed position level.
In case the lifeboat also acts as a rescue boat the entrance shall be wide enough to have a
stretcher carrying a wounded person pass the entrance.
Recovery of the craft is controlled from the push button box or the control panel. By pushing
the «run» button the boat can be lifted. By reaching the top position, the electric hoisting
motor is switched off by means of limit switches on the davit arms. The limit switches must
be installed and adjusted during installation and commissioning.
The final hoisting (approx 0,3m) to stowed position should be done manually.
4.3 Launching instructions
To assure a safe and well-executed launching, for each davit system, an instruction plate has
been delivered. This instruction plate, showing the sequence of the launching procedure is
placed near the embarkation position. By following the instructions safe launching is
achieved.

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4.4 Launching
For a safe launching the following actions should be taken by the boat handling crew:
4.4.1 Preparations before launching
· Tighten the boat fall by means of the crank.

· Remove all protection covers.
· Check whether the boat chocks do not obstruct the launching procedure.
· Check and remove any obstruction.
· Check boat drains.
4.4.2 Launching procedure
· Remove lashings, if not automatically released

· Remove the electrical supply
· Embarkation.
· Lift the brake lever of the winch, for which two options are available:
1. From within the craft: pull firmly on the remote control grip, to start the descend.
Lower the boat in one movement until the craft is waterborne.
2. From near the winch: lift the brake lever by hand. Lower the boat in one movement
until the craft is waterborne. Watch the remote control wire, as a slack wire may foul
the mechanism.
· Start engine of survival craft, following the instructions for the lifeboat.
· Release the boat hooks when waterborne.
· Release the painter line.
WARNING!
DO NOT release the painter line before releasing the winch wire!

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4.5 Recovery procedure
n The recovery of any rescue boat is only allowed with a crew of:
n Lifeboats: 3 persons
n Rescue boats: 6 persons
· Connect the painter line.

· Make sure the wire rope falls contain slack and fasten the suspension in the boat hook.
· Start hoisting.
· If starting with slack wire, watch that the wire is spooling properly on the drums.
· Hoist the boat, and watch that the wire has been spooled correctly to the drums.
· Use the hand crank to bring the boat to its stowed position.
· For preparing the craft for stowing, follow the instructions as given in the manual of the
lifeboat.
· Replace all protection covers.
· Check the stand-by heating on the electric motor.
4.6 Boat stowage
· Connect the lashings and the electrical supply. Make sure that the boat is resting firmly.
If necessary, use some rubber plates or similar between the boat and davit.
· After use, always drain the boat. If necessary, flush with fresh water. Please refer to the
user manual for the boat for any further details.
· If required, let the boat rest on the davit beams. Tighten the lashing so that the boat does
not swing in the davit.
· ALWAYS leave the boat suspended from the winch wire, ready for immediate use.

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4.7 Remote control
For lowering the lifeboat from the inside the lifeboat a remote control system has been
supplied.
For reasons of personal safety never attempt to wrap the control line round fingers or
hand.
4.8 Electrics
The electric control system, shown on the drawing «electric circuit diagram», comprises the
following main items:
· Electric motor M, situated on the winch
· Starter box
· Push button box
· Limit switches
4.8.1 Electric motor
The electric motor M is mounted on the winch, directly driving the load via a gear train. The
motor is of the type B5, isolation class F, enclosure IP56. The motor is allowing one speed for
hoisting. The motor contains a stand-by heating element that must be connected to the supply
from the starter box.
4.8.2 Starter box
The starter box is executed for mounting under deck, unless otherwise agreed in the specific
contract. The following controls/alarms are situated on the starter box:
· MAIN POWER SWITCH, with this switch the electric supply to the winch motor M can
be controlled.
· “PILOT CURRENT” lamp, this indicator enlightens as soon as the main power switch has
been activated.
· “HEATING” lamp, this indicator indicating that the heating element in the motor is
activated.
· “RUN” lamp, this indicator enlightens as soon as the winch motor is running.

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4.8.3 Remote control box
The Remote Control is made for mounting on deck and the enclosure protection is IP 56.
The box is installed near or on the railing in a way that hoisting can be controlled during the
complete recovery procedure.
4.8.4 Limit switches
The limit switches are executed for mounting on deck and are the enclosure class IP56.
The limit switches are mounted in a position to ensure the boat stopping before reaching the
highest position.
For further details see the electric circuit diagrams.

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5 WINCH SYSTEM
5.1 Basic winch description
5.1.1 Drum
To coil, accommodate, or unwind the necessary wire rope fall parts, the winch is equipped
with a drum, the shaft of which is being supported in roller bearings.
5.1.2 Speed reducer gear
The speed reducer gear employs an appropriate conventional gear train.
5.1.3 Safety gear (centrifugal brake)
To the purpose of gravity lowering an automatic governor brake has been installed, keeping
the rate of lowering speed situated within permissible limits. The centrifugal brake is using
dry brake linings inside a fixed drum. Brake linings and mounting plate are rotating during
lowering.
5.1.4 Brake gear (stop brake)
To the purpose of holding the davit system and survival craft in any position a freewheel
coupling has been installed.
By lifting the brake lever a spindle type axial mechanism opens the coupling between the gear
train and this freewheel coupling; lowering due to gravity with a speed governed by the safety
gear is possible.
By releasing the brake lever the lever drops back to the stop position and activates the parking
brake. Some assistance in positioning the brake lever in the stop position may be required; but
pushing the lever downwards with high force is not allowed since this will cause excessive
wear in the bearings of the spindle type axial mechanism. The brake arm should be adjusted
to reach the stopper when full brake force is achieved by the counter weight on the brake
lever.

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5.1.5 Motor power unit
The motor power unit is represented by a squirrel cage electric motor, creating the possibility
of hoisting the survival craft with a speed of approx 5 m/min. The motor is for hoisting only.
5.1.6 Manual cranking gear
The boat can be hoisted manually by using the manual hoisting gear on the winch.
5.2 Brake system of launching appliance winches
The brake shoe linings for the centrifugal brake should be periodically checked for wear and
should be replaced when the lining material is less than 3mm
As a rule the linings should be checked for wear after every lifeboat drill.
NOTE: IF STARTING ANY INSPECTION OF WINCH BRAKES, ALWAYS BE

CERTAIN THAT:
CRAFT IS NOT HANGING IN THE WIRE ROPE FALLS, AND WINCH IS NOT
LOADED!

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5.3 Parking brake gear and spindl e type axial lifting mechanism
The frequency of inspection checks and adjustment activities strongly depends on the
frequency and extend of use, the way of actuating the controls and similar factors; as
customary with such kind of equipment, own experience will provide for an optimum
frequency of servicing and maintenance activities to be assessed.
To start with, a three-month interval may be recommended.
5.4 Inspection check & adjustment
To ensure a reliable performance of the coupling, the brake lever has to remain in a horizontal
position, or in a position positive of the horizontal.
Due to a wearing process occurred between the brake lining and the counter-part faces, the
brake lever weight drops to a certain extent until finally it drops back to a position of approx.
15 degrees below the horizontal position.
Adjustment is absolutely necessary then, to guarantee a safe performance of the brake gear in
every circumstance.
To adjust the brake lever position proceed as follows:

· Make sure that no weight is suspended from the winch.
· Make sure brake lever weight is in lowest position.
· Remove brake lever by loosening the bolts on the pivot point of the lever.
· Replace brake lever in a horizontal position and remount the bolts.
5.5 Precautions during coupling assembly
Make sure that no weight is suspended from the winch. Secure the
lifeboat by using the hanging-off pendants.

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6 Maintenance
Even though the interval of checking and maintaining the parts of a davit system depends on
the frequency and way of operation, we have tried to give an estimation of the required
intervals.
6.1 Maintenance group 1, three months service
6.1.1 Davits (greasing)
In general, grease all moving parts that are provided with grease nipples.
All threads for adjustment purposes must always be kept greased.
6.1.2 Winches (greasing)
All lubrication points, if any, must be lubricated by means of a grease gun at regular intervals.
6.1.3 Wire ropes (greasing)
The wire ropes must be greased at regular intervals. The applied grease should be slightly
heated to room temperature beforehand.

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6.1.4 Oil level check
The oil level in the gearbox of the winch must be checked, see the winch gear box plate for
instructions.
OIL TYPE SYNOPSIS
TYPE GEAR OIL GREASE BRAKE OIL
MAKER
China N68 (ISO VG68) ZG-3(GB491-87) N32 (ISO BG32)
Mobil EP-626 Mobiltac 81
ESSO EP-68 SURETT FLUID 4k EP-32
Shell EP-68 Mallens Compound C EP-32
BP Energol HP68 Energrease GP3-G Energol HP32
6.1.5 Brake gear
The brake gear and the spindle type axial lifting mechanism should be checked periodically.
OIL FOR ONE WAY BRAKE OIL FOR GEARBOX
WINCH OIL TYPE OIL OIL TYPE OIL

TYPE QTY QTY
(L) (L)
DP63 N32 GB443-84 (ISO VG32) 0.15 N68 GB443-84 (ISO VG68) 75
DP100 N32 GB443-84 (ISO VG32) 0.2 N68 GB443-84 (ISO VG68) 200
DP138 N32 GB443-84(ISO VG32) 0.2 N68 GB443-84 (ISO VG68) 200

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Monthly maintenance inspection report.
Use a copy of this report for each inspection.
Monthly maintenance inspection report.

Check no._____
Task description Checked Date: Yearly

by:
Grease the winch wires .
Grease all lubrication points on winch.
Check oil level of the winch gearbox.
Check brake gear and the spindle type axial lifting

mechanism.
Grease all wire sheave shafts.
Grease the threads on the wire adjusting bolt.

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6.2 Inspection log for monthly maint enance inspections
INSPECTION LOG FOR MONTHLY INSPECTIONS.
Check. No: Date: Sign.: Condition: Actions taken:
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After 10 years we assume that you will need a new manual. Please contact Norsafe
AS for a new copy.

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6.3 Lubrication charts
MAINTENANCE SYSTEM FOR NORSAFE PRODUCTS
LSS NO: 01
LUBRICATION NIPPLES, GENERAL
LUBRICATION INSTRUCTION:
Operate the equipment while applying grease. Use enough grease so that excessive
grease can be seen on the bearings.
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATION:
SUPPLIER: LUBRICATION SPECIFICATION: COMMENTS:

BP BP ENERGREASE LS EP 2
CHEVRON DURA LITH GREASE 2
ESSO BEACON EP 2
MOBIL MOBILUX EP 2
STATOIL UNIWAY C2N
CASTROL SPEEROL AP2 / EPL 2
SHELL ALVANA GREASE R3
TEXACO MULTIFAK EP2

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MAINTENANCE SYSTEM FOR NORSAFE PRODUCTS
LSS NO: 02
WIRE
LUBRICATION INSTRUCTION:
Operate the equipment while applying grease. Use enough grease so that excess
grease can be seen on the bearing. Apply grease to every 50 hours of operation or at
least every 2nd month.
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATION:
SUPPLIER: LUBRICATION SPECIFICATION: COMMENTS:

BP BP ENERGOL GR 3000 or GREASE OG
CHEVRON PINION GREASE MS
ESSO SURRET N5K
MOBIL MOBILTAC 81
MOBILTAC D (Not for arctic)
STATOIL GREASEWAY OG N
SHELL CARDIUM COMPOUND D
TEXACO CRATER 2 X FLUID
CASTROL GRIPPA 60S
MOLYCOTE 165 LT

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6.4 Maintenance group 2, one year service
6.4.1 Winches (oil change)
All winches have the tooth wheels running in an oil bath; the oil must be changed once a year.
Before filling the gearbox with new oil, it should be cleaned thoroughly with scouring oil and
the sediment removed from the bottom of the gearbox. The gearbox has been provided with a
drain plug on the lower side. The quantity of oil is marked on the plate on the winch.
6.4.2 Safety brake
The safety brake linings should be checked for wear after each launching. The method is
earlier described.
6.4.3 Installation/changing of wire ropes
Special attention is drawn to the necessity for checking that the wire rope falls are running on
the drum from the correct side. This must be checked before unreeving the rope falls.
When wedge sockets are used for connecting the wire rope, the wire rope which is under
strain, must form one line with one side of the wedge socket.
The windings on the drum must be laid tightly against each other. They should not be laid
over one another until starting the next layer.
It is advisable to unreeve the wire ropes once a year and to turn the wires before they are
reeved anew.
It is also advisable to cut one foot from the inner (winch) end of each wire rope before they
are reeved anew.

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6.4.4 Painting
When repainting the davits, winches etc., it frequently happens that a further coat of paint is
applied over the previous one, so that the free clearances between moving parts are entirely
filled up with paint. Consequently in the long run the moving parts seize up. Pay special
attention to the remote wire pulleys.
When repainting special attention must therefore be paid to the prior removal of the old coat
of paint near the moving parts, at least on the dangerous areas. The grease nipples must never
be painted, to avoid a stoppage in the grease channel.
A red circle should be painted around each grease nipple.
6.4.5 Spare parts
The winch is supplied with a set of spare parts for use first year. Please contact Norsafe when
additional spares are required.

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6.5 One year maintenance inspection repor t
Use a copy of this report for each inspection.
One year maintenance inspection report.

Check no._____
Task description Checked Date: Yearly

by:
Change winch gearbox oil according to nameplate on *

winch.
Change oil in freewheel coupling for main parking *

brake.
Check/replace wire ropes When required, at

least every 5 years.
Repaint damage in painting of the construction.
Remove lashings, launch boat approximately 2m, and

winch up again, to check winch, winch brake and limit
switches.
Inspect davit/launching path to ensure that the boat can *

be launched safely, without obstructions.
Check brake linings for parking brake (disk brake) *
Check brake linings for centrifugal brake *

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7 SPARE PARTS
7.1 How to order spare parts
Please quote the davit type; the winch type and the boat build number when contacting
Norsafe. The numbers are shown at the nameplate on the boat and davit.
IMPORTANT:
Direct all inquiries regarding spare parts and service to:
Norsafe AS
Postbox 115
N-4852 FÆRVIK
NORWAY
Telephone: Int. + 47 37 05 85 00
Telefax: Adm: Int. + 47 37 05 85 01
Telefax, Spares: Int. + 47 37 05 85 11
Telefax Service: Int. + 47 37 06 27 51
e-mail: spareparts@norsafe.no
web: www.norsafe.no
IMPORTANT!
Due to continuous development, we reserve the right to change our product
specifications and manuals without notice.
Regarding warranty claims:

Please note that all claims will be fully invoiced until accepted as a warranty claim by Norsafe
AS. Please also enclose a copy of the relevant boat/davit certificate for all warranty claims.
The warranty period is normally limited to max. 18 months from delivery of equipment or 12
months from delivery of vessel to owner, whichever comes first.
All claims are handled according to "Orgalime S92" which is enclosed in this manual. Please
fill in a copy of the "Call for service form" for all service or warranty claims.

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8 Warranty conditions - ORGALIME S92
GENERAL CONDITIONS
for the
SUPPLY OF MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND ASSOCIATED
ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS
Brussels, October 1992
PREAMBLE
These General Conditions shall apply when the parties agree in writing or otherwise
thereto. When the General Conditions apply to a specific contract, modifications of or
deviations from them must be agreed in writing. The object(s) to be supplied under
these conditions is(are) hereinafter referred to as the Product.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
All information and data contained in product brochures and price lists are binding only to the
extent that they are by reference expressly included in the contract.
DRAWINGS AND DESCRIPTIONS

All drawings and technical documents relating to the Product or its manufacture submitted by
one party to the other, prior or subsequent to the formation of the contract, shall remain the
property of the submitting party. Drawings, technical documents or other technical
information received by one party shall not, without the consent of the other party, be used for
any other purpose than erection, commissioning, operation or maintenance of the Product.
They may not, without the consent of the submitting party, otherwise be used or copied,
reproduced, transmitted or communicated to a third party.
At the start of the period referred to in Clause 23 the Supplier shall, if so requested by the
Purchaser, free of charge provide information and drawings which are necessary to permit the
Purchaser to erect, commission, operate and maintain the Product. Such information and
drawings shall be supplied in the number of copies agreed upon or at least one copy of each.
The Supplier shall not be obliged to provide manufacturing drawings for the Product or spare
parts.
ACCEPTANCE TESTS
Acceptance tests provided for in the contract shall, unless other-wise agreed, be carried out at
the place of manufacture during normal working hours. If the contract does not specify the
technical requirements, the tests shall be carried out in accordance with general practice in the
appropriate branch of industry concerned in the country of manufacture.

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The Supplier shall notify the Purchaser of the acceptance tests in sufficient time to permit the
Purchaser to be represented at the test. If the Purchaser is not represented, the test report shall
be sent to the Purchaser and shall be accepted as accurate.
If the acceptance test show the Product not to be in accordance with the contract, the Supplier
shall without delay remedy any deficiencies in order to ensure that the Product complies with
the contract. New tests shall then be carried out at the Purchaser’s request, unless the
deficiency was insignificant.
The Supplier shall bear all costs for acceptance tests carried out at the place of manufacture.
The Purchaser shall however bear all travelling and living expenses for his representatives in
connection with such tests.
DELIVERY. PASSING OF RISK
Any agreed trade term shall be construed in accordance with the INCOTERMS in force at the
formation of the contract. If no trade term is specifically agreed the delivery shall be Ex
works (EXW).
If, in the case of delivery Ex works, the Supplier, at the request of the Purchaser, undertakes to
send the Product to its destination, the risk will pass not later than when the Product is handed
over to the first carrier. Partial shipments shall be permitted unless otherwise agreed.
TIME FOR DELIVERY. DELAY

If the parties, instead of specifying the date for delivery, have specified a period of time on the
expire of which delivery shall take place, such period shall start to run on the date when the
Supplier receives the Purchaser’s order or the date of formation of the contract, whichever is
the later.
If the Supplier anticipates that he will not be able to deliver the Product at the time for
delivery, he shall forthwith notify the Purchaser thereof in writing, stating the reason, and, if
possible, the time when delivery can be expected.
If delay in delivery is caused by any of the circumstances mentioned in Clause 39 or by an act
or omission on the part of the Purchaser, including suspension under Clauses 20 or 42, the
time for delivery shall be extended by a period which is reasonable having regard to all the
circumstances in the case. This provision applies regardless of whether the reason for the
delay occurs before or after the agreed time for delivery.
If the Product is not delivered at the time for delivery (as defined in Clauses 10 and 12), the
Purchaser is entitled to liquidated damages from the date on which delivery should have taken
place.
The liquidated damages shall be payable at a rate of 0.5 per cent of the purchase price for each
completed week of delay. The liquidated damages shall not exceed 7.5 per cent of the
purchase price. If only part of the Product is delayed, the liquidated damages shall be
calculated on that part of the purchase price which is attributable to such part of the Product as
cannot in consequence of the delay be used as intended by the parties. The liquidated
damages become due at the Purchaser’s written demand but not before delivery has been
completed or the contract is terminated under Clause 14. The Purchaser shall forfeit his right
to liquidated damages if he has not lodged a claim for such damages within six months after
the time when delivery should have taken place.
If the delay in delivery is such that the Purchaser is entitled to maximum liquidated damages
under Clause 13 and if the Product is still not delivered, the Purchaser may in writing demand
delivery within a final reasonable period which shall not be less than one week. If the
Supplier does not deliver within such final period and this is not due to any circumstance for

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which the Purchaser is responsible, then the Purchaser may by notice in writing to the Supplier
terminate the contract in respect of such part of the Product as cannot in consequence of the
Supplier’s failure to deliver be used as intended by the parties.
If the Purchaser terminates the contract he shall be entitled to compensation for the loss he has
suffered as a result of the Supplier’s delay. The total compensation, including the liquidated
damages which are payable under Clause 13, shall not exceed 15 per cent of that part of the
purchase price which is attributable to the part of the Product in respect of which the contract
is terminated.
Liquidated damages under Clause 13 and termination of the contract with limited
compensation under Clause 14 are the only remedies available to the Purchaser in case of
delay on the part of the Supplier. All other claims against the Supplier based on such delay
shall be excluded, except where the Supplier has been guilty of gross negligence. In these
conditions gross negligence shall mean an act or omission implying either a failure to pay due
regard to serious consequences, which a conscientious supplier would normally foresee as
likely to ensue, or a deliberate disregard of the consequence of such actor omission.
If the Purchaser anticipates that he will be unable to accept delivery of the Product at the
delivery time, he shall forthwith notify the Supplier thereof stating the reason, and, if possible,
the time when he will be able to accept delivery. If the Purchaser fails to accept delivery at
the delivery time he shall nevertheless pay any part of the purchase price which becomes due
on delivery as if delivery had taken place. The Supplier shall arrange for storage of the
Product at the risk and expense of the Purchaser. The Supplier shall also, if the Purchaser so
requires, insure the Product at the Purchaser’s expense.
Unless the Purchaser’s failure to accept delivery is due to any such circumstance as mentioned
in Clause 39, the Supplier may by notice in writing require the Purchaser to accept delivery
within a final reasonable period. If, for any reason for which the Supplier is not responsible,
the Purchaser fails to accept delivery within such period, the Supplier may by notice in writing
terminate the contract in whole or in part. The Supplier shall then be entitled to compensation
for the loss he has suffered by reason of the Purchaser’s default. The compensation shall not
exceed that part of the purchase price which is attributable to that part of the Product in
respect of which the contract is terminated.
PAYMENT
Unless otherwise agreed, the purchase price shall be paid with one third at the formation of the
contract and one third when the Supplier notifies the Purchaser that the Product, or the
essential part of it, is ready for delivery. Final payment shall be made when the Product is
delivered.
Whatever the means of payment used, payment shall not be deemed to have been effected
before the Supplier’s account has been fully and irrevocably credited.
If the Purchaser fails to pay by the stipulated date, the Supplier shall be entitled to interest
from the day on which payment was due. The rate of interest shall be as agreed between the
parties. If the parties fail to agree on the rate of interest, it shall be 12 per cent per annum.

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In case of late payment the Supplier may, after having notified the Purchaser in writing,
suspend his performance of the contract until he receives payment.
If the Purchaser has not paid the amount due within three months the Supplier shall be entitled
to terminate the contract by notice in writing to the Purchaser and to claim compensation for
the loss he has incurred. The compensation shall not exceed the agreed purchase price.
RESERVATION OF TITLE
The Product shall remain the property of the Supplier until paid for in full to the extent that
such retention of property is valid under the applicable law. The Purchaser shall at the request
of the Supplier assist him in taking any measures necessary to protect the Supplier’s title to the
Product in the country concerned. The retention of title shall not affect the passing of risk
under Clause 9.
LIABILITY FOR DEFECTS

Pursuant to the provisions of Clauses 23-37 inclusive, the Supplier shall remedy any defect
resulting from faulty design, materials or workmanship.
The Supplier’s liability is limited to defects which appear within a period of one year from
delivery. If the daily use of the Product exceeds that which is agreed, this period shall be
reduced proportionately.
When a defect in a part of the Product has been remedied, the Supplier shall be liable for
defects in the repaired or replaced part under the same terms and conditions as those
applicable to the original Product for a period of one year. For the remaining parts of the
Product the period mentioned in Clause 23 shall be extended only by a period equal to the
period during which the Product has been out of operation as a result of the defect.
The Purchaser shall without undue delay notify the Supplier of any defect which appears.
Such notice shall under no circumstances be given later than two weeks after the expire of the
period given in Clause 23. Where the defect is such that it may cause damage, the notice shall
be given immediately. The notice shall contain a description of the defect. If the Purchaser
does not notify the Supplier of a defect within the time-limits set forth in this Clause, he shall
lose his right to have the defect remedied.
On receipt of the notice in writing under Clause 25 the Supplier shall remedy the defect
without undue delay and at his own cost as stipulated in Clauses 22-37 inclusive. Repair shall
be carried out at the place where the Product is located unless the Supplier deems it
appropriate that the defective part or the Product is returned to him for repair or replacement.
The Supplier is obliged to carry out dismantling and re-installation of the part if this requires
special knowledge. If such special knowledge is not required, the Supplier has fulfilled his
obligations in respect of the defect when he delivers to the Purchaser a duly repaired or
replaced part.
If the Purchaser has given such notice as mentioned in Clause 25, and no defect is found for
which the Supplier is liable, the Supplier shall be entitled to compensation for the costs he has
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The Purchaser shall at his own expense arrange for any dismantling and reassemble of
equipment other than the Product, to the extent that this is necessary to remedy the defect.
Unless otherwise agreed, necessary transport of the Product and/or parts thereof to and from
the Supplier in connection with the remedying of defects for which the Supplier is liable shall
be at the risk and expense of the Supplier. The Purchaser shall follow the Supplier’s
instructions regarding such transport.
Unless otherwise agreed, the Purchaser shall bear any additional costs which the Supplier
incurs for repair, dismantling, installation and transport as a result of the Pr(>duct being
located in a place other than the destination stated in the contract or - if no destination is stated
- the place of delivery.
Defective parts which have been replaced shall be made available to the Supplier and shall be
his property.
If, within a reasonable time, the Supplier does not fulfil his obligations under Clause 26, the
Purchaser may, by written notice, fix a final time for completion of the Supplier’s obligations.
If the Supplier fails to fulfil his obligations within such final time, the Purchaser may himself
undertake or employ a third party to undertake necessary remedial works at the risk and
expense of the Supplier. Where successful remedial works have been undertaken by the
Purchaser or a third party, reimbursement by the Supplier of reasonable costs incurred by the
Purchaser shall be in full settlement of the Supplier’s liabilities for the said defect.
Where the defect has not been successfully remedied,

a)the Purchaser is entitled to a reduction of the purchase price in proportion to the reduced
value of the Product, provided that under no circumstance shall such reduction exceed 1 5 per
cent of the purchase price, or
b)where the defect is so substantial as to significantly deprive the Purchaser of the benefit of
the contract, the Purchaser may terminate the contract by written notice to the Supplier. The
Purchaser is then entitled to compensation for the loss he has suffered up to a maximum of 15
per cent of the purchase price.
The Supplier is not liable for defects arising out of materials provided by, or a design
stipulated or specified by the Purchaser.
The Supplier is liable only for defects which appear under the conditions of operation
provided for in the contract and under proper use of the Product. The Supplier’s liability does
not cover defects which are caused by faulty maintenance, incorrect erection or faulty repair
by the Purchaser, or by alterations carried out without the Supplier’s consent in writing.
Finally the Supplier’s liability does not cover normal wear and tear or deterioration.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Clauses 22-35 the Supplier shall not be liable for defects in
any part of the Product for more than two years from the beginning of the period given in
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Save as stipulated in Clauses 22-36, the Supplier shall not be liable for defects. This applies to
any loss the defect may cause including loss of production, loss of profit and other indirect
loss. This limitation of the Supplier’s liability shall not apply if he has been guilty of gross
negligence as defined in Clause 15.
DIVISION OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE

PRODUCT
The Supplier shall not be liable for any damage to property caused by the Product after it has
been delivered and whilst it is in the possession of the Purchaser. Nor shall the Supplier be
liable for any damage to products manufactured by the Purchaser, or to products of which the
Purchaser’s products form a part.
If the Supplier incurs liability towards any third party for such damage to property as
described in the preceding paragraph, the Purchaser shall indemnify, defend and hold the
Supplier harmless.
If a claim for damage as described in this Clause is lodged by a third party against one of the
parties, the latter party shall forthwith inform the other party thereof in writing.
The Supplier and the Purchaser shall be mutually obliged to let themselves be summoned to
the court or arbitral tribunal examining claims for damages lodged against one of them on the
basis of damage allegedly caused by the Product.
The limitation of the Supplier’s liability in the first paragraph of this Clause shall not apply
where the Supplier has been guilty of gross negligence as defined in Clause 15.
FORCE MAJEURE
Either party shall be entitled To suspend performance of his obligations under the contract to
the extent that such performance is impeded or made unreasonably onerous by any of the
following circumstances: industrial disputes and any other circumstance beyond the control of
the parties such as fire, war (whether declared or not), extensive military mobilisation,
insurrection, requisition, seizure, embargo, restrictions in the use of power and defects or
delays in deliveries by sub-contractors caused by any such circumstances referred to in this
Clause.
A circumstance referred to in this Clause which had occurred prior to the formation of the
contract shall give a right to suspension only if its effect on the performance of the contract
could not be foreseen at the time of the formation of the contract.
The party claiming to be affected by Force Majeure shall notify the other party in writing
without delay on the intervention and on the cessation of such circumstance.
If Force Majeure prevents the Purchaser from fulfilling his obligations, he shall compensate
the Supplier for expenses incurred in securing and protecting the Product.
Regardless of what might otherwise follow from these General Conditions, either party shall
be entitled to terminate the contract by notice in writing to the other party if performance of
the contract is suspended under Clause 39 for more than six months.
ANTICIPATED NON-PERFORMANCE
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suspension, each party shall be entitled to suspend the performance of his obligations under
the contract, where it is clear from the circumstances that the other party will not be able to
perform his obligations. A party suspending his performance of the contract shall forthwith
notify the other party thereof in writing.
CONSEQUENTIAL LOSSES
Save as elsewhere stated in these conditions there shall be no liability for either party towards
the other party for loss of production, loss of profit, loss of use, loss of contracts or for any
consequential, economic or indirect loss whatsoever.
DISPUTES AND APPLICABLE LAW

All disputes arising in connection with the contract shall be finally settled under the Rules of
Conciliation and Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce by one or more
arbitrators appointed in accordance with the said rules, supplemented as necessary by the
procedural rules of the law of the country of the Supplier’s place of business most closely
connected with the contract.
The contract shall be governed by the substantive law of the country of the Supplier’s
place of business most closely connected with the contract.
This is an Orgalime publication. Orgalime groups the central trade federations of the mechanical, electrical, electronic and
metalworking industries in sixteen European countries and provides liaison between these organisations in the legal, technical and economic
fields.
All rights reserved
©
Editeur responsible - T.F. GAY
ORGALIME (liaison group of the European mechanical, electrical, electronic and metalworking industries)
Rue de Stassart 99 - 8 - 1050 Bruxelles - Tel : (32) 2-511.34.84 & 97 - Fax : 51 2.99.70

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9 CALL FOR SERVICE FORM
Please use a copy of this form, and fill in as much as possible of the following
information. Please fax this form to: Int. +47 370 58501.
All sales and service are acc. To Orgalime S92. All warranty claims must be accepted
in writing by Norsafe AS prior to dispatch of parts or service personnel.
Davit / boat build no:
Davit type:
Voltage/frequency onboard:
Ship is built at (Yard):
Date of receipt of equipment:
Date of delivery of ship to
owner:
Name of vessel:
Ship owner:
Contact person:
Shipping address for parts:
Telephone number:
Telefax number:
Signature:
Type of service (please tick):

¨Spare parts only ¨Service only ¨Spare parts and service
¨Quote price first ¨Send parts immediately without quoting
¨Warranty claim ¨Ordinary service call
Description of problem (please add more sheets if necessary)

SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133
REVISION NO. 03
DATE 07.09.06
SHEET 1 OF 10
SURVIVAL
SURVIVAL INSTRUCTIONS
Prior to Abandonment
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(1) Put on extra clothing.
(2) Put on life jacket.
MANUAL
(3) Take extra clothing or blankets if possible
(4) Drink water if possible.
(5) Take screw-top plastic bottle if possible full of water.
In addition to the statutory lifeboat equipment e.g. emergency radio, water,

rations, first aid kit etc., the following extra items would be useful:
(1) Extra life jackets.
(2) Extra survival bags.
(3) Small plastic bags.
(4) Extra medical supplies.
(5) Extra electric torches.

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P.O.BOX 115
(6) Paper and pencil.
N-4818 FÆRVIK
TELEPHONE : +47 37 05 85 00
(7) Portable radio receivers, books, playing cards etc..
TELEFAX : +47 37 05 85 01
SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133 SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133
REVISION NO. 03 REVISION NO. 03
DATE 07.09.06 DATE 07.09.06
SHEET 2 OF 10 SHEET 3 OF 10
Abandoning Vessel Aboard the Lifeboat
(1) First Actions

All personnel should be able to board lifeboat without
getting wet. (1) ORDERS
(2) Obey orders at once. (An officer will normally be in charge but in his absence
a leader will need to be appointed or elected as soon as possible).
If for some reason this is not possible and a jump into the
water has to be made, remember: (2) STAY IN AREA
(a) Make sure it is clear to jump. Take the lifeboat to a safe distance away from the ship or platform as quickly
as possible. Having done this, remain in the area because this is where the
(b) Hold your nose. rescue craft or services will search first. Only if the ship or platform is close
either to land or to another ship should the lifeboat leave the area. If several
(c) Hold down your life jacket. lifeboats and life rafts have been launched, try to keep in a group. If possible
by using painter lines to tie the survival craft together. Stream the sea
(d) Put your feet together. anchor.
(e) Look ahead when you jump. (3) SEA-SICKNESS
Take seasickness medicine. It is essential to prevent seasickness if possible

as it is a great physical handicap and causes the loss of body fluids.
(4) TREATING INJURED
Maintain a clear airway to injured survivors and control any bleeding.
(5) WARMTH
If cold, get survivors to huddle together. Use all available spare clothing,
blankets and thermal protective aids.
DATE 07.09.06 DATE 07.09.06
(6) RADIO (5) WATCHES & LOOK-OUTS
If a portable radio is carried, send out emergency distress signals as soon as Watches should be set in pairs for about one hour at a time with one person
possible and keep sending them. on outside lookout and the other on watch inside the lifeboat.
(7) ROLL DOWN CANOPIES The outside lookout should be suitably dressed and protected from the
elements as well as being secured to the craft. This person is responsible for
If in a partially enclosed lifeboat, roll down the canopy/canopies to preserve keeping a lookout for ships, survivors, aircraft, land and any possible
heat or protect from hot sun. dangers, as well as collecting useful debris.
The person on the inside is responsible for supervising the boat

Subsequent Actions management whilst others rest. This includes attending the injured,
collecting rainwater and looking after equipment and valuable items.
(1) LEADER Depending upon the size of the lifeboat and the number of survivors, an
engineer’s and a helmsman's rotation should be arranged in addition to the
If no officer is present, a leader should be appointed or elected. inside and outside watches.
(2) SHARP OBJECTS (6) SEARCH FOR SURVIVORS, POST LOOKOUTS.
Collect sharp objects or potential weapons. Listen for whistles and look for survivors, signalling lights and lights of other
rafts, ships or aircraft. The look-outs should be properly briefed in their
(3) ROLL CALL duties, regarding the collection of useful debris, how to keep a look-out,
sector searches and the use of pyrotechnics, including when to use them.
A roll call must be made to establish the likelihood of further survivors being
found, the numbers available for watches, the numbers injured and the (7) SURVIVAL INSTRUCTIONS
expertise available in the boat.
As many survivors as possible should read the survival instructions in order
(4) ROUTINE that as much guidance as possible concerning the situation can be made
known.
Establish a routine and allocate duties to survivors, e.g. ration keeper,
lookouts, and balers.
DATE 07.09.06 DATE 07.09.06
(8) PASSING WATER (4) MORAL
Within two hours of boarding the lifeboat, all survivors should be encouraged Keep survivors occupied by playing cards or reading books if these are
to pass water in order to avoid later problems due to urine retention. available, or by any other means that can be devised.
Fishing should be carried out only if sufficient excess water is available to

Lifeboat Management drink, at least one litre per person per day. Fish fats and proteins accelerate
dehydration unless extra water is taken.
(1) LOOK-OUTS (5) LOG
Keep a sharp lookout at all times. Keep an accurate log of all main events with date and time.
(2) DISTRESS SIGNALS

Medical Aspects
Keep the distress signals dry but readily available.
(3) WARMTH (1) DROWNING
Keep as warm as possible in cold weather. Use all available clothing, Wear a life jacket. Although everyone should leave the ship or platform 'dry
blankets and thermal protective aids and place injured, or persons shod', this may not necessarily be the case and everyone should wear a
particularly at risk from hypothermia nearer the engine, which will run for 24 regulation life jacket.
hours at full power and much longer if kept on lights loads. The engine can
be a very valuable source of warmth in cold weather, but fuel should be (2) HYPOTHERMIA
conserved as much as possible, dependent upon sea conditions, by running
at light loads or using the engine for certain periods only. There is a risk of hypothermia in water below about 25 degrees C. Extra
clothing will delay the onset of hypothermia even though immersed, and of
course will provide extra warmth for the survivor in the lifeboat even though
immersion takes place. Totally enclosed or partially enclosed lifeboats
provide far better protection from the elements than the older open type, but
extra clothing is still essential for warmth in nearly all climates.
If survivor has been immersed in water and has hypothermia, strip off wet
outer clothing and replace with dry garments if available. Warm the patient
with extra layers of clothing and use lifejackets as extra insulation. Use a
thermal protective aid (plastic survival bag) if available.
(SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133 (SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133
DATE 07.09.06 DATE 07.09.06
(3) DEHYDRATION & STARVATION Injuries, Ailments & Treatment

(a) Take seasickness pills to prevent vomiting and loss of body fluids.
Use disposable bags if available (1) INJURIES
(b) In hot weather, ventilate the lifeboat by opening hatches, and in the A first aid kit is supplied with every lifeboat and a leaflet describing simple
case of a partially enclosed lifeboat, the canopies can be rolled up to provide first aid is enclosed with each kit.
an air-flow yet protect from the sun.
(2) FROST-BITE
(c) Keep in the shade to prevent sunstroke.
Usually occurs in extremities i.e. fingers, toes, ears. Wear protective clothing
(d) Do no be tempted to swim when the weather is hot. This uses if possible. Reduce lookout periods in very cold weather; watch each other’s
energy, and although sharks do not usually attack human beings, the conditions. Wriggle nose and cheeks and exercise hands and feet to keep
risk should not be taken. circulation going.
(e) Rest as much as possible to conserve energy Do not massage affected area once signs of frostbite have appeared. Warm
the area by holding hands against it.
(4) RATIONING
(3) URINE RETENTION
(a) No water for the first 24 hours, except to the injured and others who
have lost a lot of body fluid. This can be dangerous, so overcome 'mental blockage' early, before
rationing reduces urine production.
(b) 1/2 litre of water per day thereafter. Never take less than this unless
down to the last can, or its equivalent, per person. Make this remaining Drink plenty of water before leaving the vessel. If retention occurs, dangling
ration last two days. your hands in the water may help. After a period in a dark survival craft,
urine will appear dark and smoky. This is normal and no action is necessary.
Take water three times a day and swill it around the mouth before drinking it.
(4) SUNBURN
(c) Do no not drink seawater or urine, even if mixed with fresh water.
The results could eventually prove fatal. Avoid excessive exposure to the sun by keeping under cover. Keep head,
neck and other exposed areas covered. A very gradually acquired suntan
(d) No rations should be issued during the first 24 hours except to may be beneficial.
conscious injured persons, or possibly children. Rainwater should be
collected at every opportunity. Absolute fairness in ration distribution is vital,
and it is important that everyone can see that this is fair.
(SPECIFICATION NO. WS 0133
REVISION NO. 03
DATE 07.09.06
SHEET 10 OF 10
(5) SALT WATER BOILS
These are due to the skin becoming sodden with seawater. Do not squeeze
or prick boils. Keep them clean and cover with a dry dressing. Keep the area
as dry as possible to avoid chafing.
(6) DRY MOUTH & CRACKED LIPS
Swill water around your mouth prior to swallowing. Suck a button. Smear lips
with cream or soft petroleum jelly.
(7) SWOLLEN LEGS
This is common and due to long periods spent in a sitting position. It will
subside without treatment after rescue.
Acknowledgements are due to the Warsash College of Maritime Studies for

much of the information in these instructions.

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OPERATION / MAINTENANCE MANUAL

JYN100 TOTALLY ENCLOSED LIFEBOAT

TANKER AND DRY CARGO VERSION

JIANGYIN NORSAFE F.R.P. CO., LTD.

Yuecheng Town, Jiangyin City, Jiangsu, China

TELEPHONE: + 86 510 6986788/6987888

Direct all inquiries regarding spare parts and service to:

JIANGYIN NORSAFE F.R.P. CO., LTD.

Yuecheng Town, Jiangyin City, Jiangsu, China

TELEPHONE: + 86 510 6986788/6987888

1.1 General Specification

2.1 Emergency abandonment of ship procedure

3.1 Steering console

5.1 Steering system

1.1 General Specification

Dimensions (LxBxD) 10.155 X 3.25 X 1.40 m

Emergency steering tiller can be operated from within the lifeboat.

A manual bilge pump is mounted on the aft pillar.

The following procedures are to be rigidly adhered to

2.1 Emergency abandonment of ship procedure

3. Open the embarkation door and secure in open position.

4. Helmsman disconnects external power plug and enters.

5. Helmsman turns main battery switch on.

11.Helmsman starts engine.

2.2 On-load release hooks

2.2.1 Normal operation (off-load procedure no.1, fig. 2, 2a & 2b)

2. Remove safety pin.

3. Lift release levers and pulls aft.

Lifting hooks will now be released.

2.2.2 Emergency operation (on-load procedure no.2 fig. 2, 2a, 2b)

2. Dislodge plastic cover over indicator arm.

3. Move indicator arm from downward to upward.

4. Lift release levers and pulls aft.

Lifting hooks will now be released.

2.2.3 Emergency release operation (procedure no.3)

1. Ensure lifeboat is fully waterborne.

4. Pull down on red wrench to release hook.

2.3 Operation of emergency air system (tanker version only)

1. Helmsman is to inform crewmember to open valve on each air cylinder, fig.7.

NB! Regulator are adjusted.

2.4 Operation of sprinkler system (tanker version only)

1. Ensure that all hatches and openings are closed.

2. Turn the handle of sprinkler valve to open position.

3. Valve is located in forward of the engine compartment

4. Increase engine R.P.M. to full speed and leave danger area.

2.5 Recovery after boat drill

6. The helmsman must now lock the release handle.

12. The boat can now be hoisted to its stowed position.

2.6 Checks before starting

2.7 To start engine (normal start)

2.8 To start engine (emergency start)

2.9 To stop engine

3.1 Steering console

3.2 Electrical system

3.4 Water and provision tanks

3.5 Equipment tank

3.6 Emergency air supply system (fig. 7, tanker version only)

a) High pressure valve and high pressure air hoses

Detail of charging point

3.8 Sea anchor

3. Recover sea anchor by pulling tripping line.

3.9 Rain water collector

3.10 Painter release operation (fig. 3)