ACR Electronics ResQLink PLB-400 Product User Manual

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Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential21Battery ReplacementReplace the battery no later than the battery expiration date specified on the beacon, or afteremergency use. At each inspection, check the time remaining until replacement is required. Thebattery should be replaced if the beacon has been activated for any use other than the self-test/GPS test. Always refer battery replacements and other beacon service to a factoryauthorized Battery Replacement Center (ACR part number for the PLB-400/PLB-425 batteryreplacement kit is 1105).NOTE: There are no user serviceable items inside the beacon. DO NOT OPEN THE BEACON.Opening the beacon will void the warranty.For the nearest location of a Battery Replacement Center, visit our website and utilize theDealer Locator feature located in the Support section of the site.Beacon TransportThis beacon contains 1 lithium metal battery pack that is less than 0.8 grams. The beacon is notclassified as HAZMAT for transportation. Prior to shipping the beacon for service, alert yourcarriers about the batteries contained in this equipment to make sure they properly label yourpackage. Call ACR’s Technical Service department at +1 (954) 862-2110 for proper shippinginstructions or visit the ACR website for an MSDS.• Always pack your PLB in a stout cardboard carton. ACR advises that you keep theoriginal packaging in case of return for service• For surface transport the PLB may be shipped ‘excepted’ under special provision 188• For air transport the PLB should be shipped as category UN3091 and packed under IATApacking instruction 970 section II.Changing ownership or contact informationAs the owner of the beacon, it is your responsibility to advise the national authority of anychange in your registration information. If you are transferring the beacon to a new owner, youare required to inform the national authority. You can do this by using their online database orby letter, fax or telephone and informing the authority of the name and address of the newowner.