AMEC AIS SART PLOMO-500 User manual

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COPYRIGHT
The entire contents of this instruction manual, including any future updates, revisions, and
modifications, shall remain the property of AMEC at all times. Unauthorized copies or
reproduction of this manual, either in part or whole, in any form of print and electronic media, is
prohibited. The contents herein can only be used for the intended purpose of this manual.
DISCLAIMER
AMEC is devoted to publish and maintain this product manual. As we continue to improve our
AIS products to satisfy all customers’ needs, information in this document is subject to change
without notice. AMEC does not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise)
regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for
any loss of profit or any commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental,
consequential, or other damage.
Contact us at:
Technical Support:
Sales & Marketing:
ALLTEK MARINE ELECTRONICS CO., LTD
14F-2, NO. 237, Sec.1, Datong Road, Xizhi District, New Taipei City 22161, Taiwan
TEL: [phone]
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www.alltekmarine.com
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The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper
operation or installation may cause damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. AMEC
will not incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to improper use or
installation of the equipment. It is strongly recommended to read this manual and the following
safety instructions before proceeding to installation or operation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
Do not open the case of the
equipment. Only qualified
personnel could work on the interior
of the equipment.
WARNING
TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF
WATER LEAKS INTO THE EQUIPMENT
OR OBJECT DROPS INTO THE
EQUIPMENT.
Continue operating the equipment could
cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your
nearest distributor for service.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR MODIFY THE
EQUIPMENT.
Improper disassemble or modification could
cause electrical shocks, fire, or personal
injury.
WARNING
DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED
CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE
EQUIPMENT.
Electrical shocks could be resulted if the
device is contaminated with liquid.
TURN OFF THE POWER
IMMEDIATELY IF THE EQUIPMENT IS
EMMITTING SMOKE OR FIRE.
Continue operating the equipment could
cause electrical shock or fire. Contact
your nearest distributor for service.
EVEN THOUGH THE EQUIPMENT IS
WATERPROOF, PLEASE AVOID
DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN OR
SPLASHING WATER.
Electrical shock or fire could be resulted
if water leaks into the equipment.
AVOID OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT
WITH WET HANDS.
Electrical shocks could be resulted if
operating with wet hands.
DO NOT CUT, SHORTEN OR
LENGTHEN THE SUPPLIED CABLES
BY AN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIER.
Improper change of cable length and
connector could cause failure of
transmitting signal.
WARNING!

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Foreword
Congratulations on the purchase of PLOMO-500 AIS SART. PLOMO-500 is strictly tested to
meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. Unless improper use, installation,or
maintenance, the equipment will function properly at its optimum.
The operation instructions contained in this manual is applied only to PLOMO-500. AMEC and
the authorized local agent/dealer will not bear any responsibilities of damages resulted from
improper installation by any unauthorized agent/dealer.
We thank you for choosing our product and we wish you a bon voyage.

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Table of Contents
I. COPY RIGHT & DISCLAIMER
II. WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION
III. FORWARD
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1AMEC AIS SART PLOMO-500 Introduction....................................................... 7
1.1 AIS SART Brief.........................................................................................................................7
1.2 PLOMO-500 Overview.............................................................................................................8
2 INSTALLATION................................................................................................... 10
2.1 Items in the Package.............................................................................................................10
2.2 Wall bracket installation.......................................................................................................11
3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE............................................................................. 12
3.1 Abandon ship!........................................................................................................................12
3.2 Activation Process ...............................................................................................................13
3.3 Deployment guidelines........................................................................................................14
3.4 Mounting outside a canopy life raft .................................................................................15
3.5 Mounting inside a canopy life raft.....................................................................................15
3.6 Deactivation Process............................................................................................................16
4 AIS SART TARGET VISUALIZATION............................................................. 17
5.1 Servicing schedule................................................................................................................18
5.2 Self-test & inspection ............................................................................................................18
5.3 Self-test procedure.................................................................................................................18
5.4 Mechanical inspection .........................................................................................................20
5.5 Anti-tamper Cap replacement ............................................................................................20
5.6 Battery replacement..............................................................................................................20
5.7 Transportation........................................................................................................................21
5.8 GMDSS inspections..............................................................................................................21
6 APPENDIX........................................................................................................... 22
6.1 Product Specifications............................................................................................................22
6.2 Dimensions ................................................................................................................................24
7 AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY ................................................................... 26
8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .................................................................. 28