ACR Electronics GLOBALFIX iPRO RLB-36 Product Support Manual

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Y1-03-0233 Rev. F 17CAUTION: Category I brackets must be mounted free fromobstruction to allow the beacon to automatically float free from thevessel in case of sinking. The SeaShelter3™ can be mounted on avertical surface with the beacon antenna pointing skyward or ahorizontal surface with the beacon face up. Avoid mounting locationsthat subject the bracket to breaking waves. Avoid structures likedodgers or cabin tops that could trap the beacon upon deployment.CAUTION: Category II brackets must be mounted in aprotected location that is easily accessible should it be necessary toabandon ship. The LowPro3™ can be mounted on a vertical surfacewith the beacon antenna pointing skyward or a horizontal surfacewith the beacon face up. Avoid mounting locations that subject thebracket to breaking waves. Avoid mounting locations that do notprovide protection from harmful UV rays of the sun. The bracketmust be mounted facing inboard to avoid being lost overboard due toimpacts of breaking waves, personnel or loose gear.Visually inspect the area surrounding the mounting bracket installationsite for hidden hazards or obstacles that may have been overlookedduring the location selection. If there is any doubt as to the readyaccessibility to the beacon at all times or if any condition may appearto be questionable, conduct a complete and thorough investigationbefore final approval of the installation.NOTE: When selecting the beacon bracket location, be sure toconsider the requirement for four screw holes to secure the bracket,plus one hole for the NMEA cable for connection between an externalGPS and the beacon, if connecting the beacon to an external GPSreceiver.