Jotron Electronics A/S TRON40GPS User Manual
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Tron 40GPS self test:
• Remove the beacon from the bracket.
• Press the springloaded main switch of the EPIRB to the TEST position. Keep hands
• Remove the beacon from the bracket.
• Press the springloaded main switch of the EPIRB to the TEST position. Keep hands
and other objects away from the upper part of the EPIRB (away from the antenna).
• A successful test will consist of a series of blinks on the LED testindicator, followed
by a continuous light and a strobe flash after app. 15 seconds.
• If the EPIRB fail to end up with a continuos light, this indicates a fault in the EPIRB.
• Release the switch and put the EPIRB back into the bracket.
• Release the switch and put the EPIRB back into the bracket.
Note:The EPIRB can not transmit while placed in the bracket.This feature is built in to
prevent false alarms. (Except U.S version/model).
Please find further information in the Operators Manual.
prevent false alarms. (Except U.S version/model).
Please find further information in the Operators Manual.
5 . 1 R E P L A C I N G T H E R E L E A S E M E C H A N I S M [ F I G . 5 ]
Hydrostatic unit.
The hydrostatic unit fitted on the float free bracket (FB4/FBH4) must be replaced
every 2. year. Marking on the hydrostatic unit show the expiry dateThe hydrostatic
comes complete with a new bolt and accessories.
1. Remove the EPIRB from its bracket by pulling out the locking pin on the clamp and
The hydrostatic unit fitted on the float free bracket (FB4/FBH4) must be replaced
every 2. year. Marking on the hydrostatic unit show the expiry dateThe hydrostatic
comes complete with a new bolt and accessories.
1. Remove the EPIRB from its bracket by pulling out the locking pin on the clamp and
open the retaining rod that holds the beacon.
2. Unscrew the plastic bolt [FIG 5] (1) by screwing it counter clockwise and remove the
hydrostatic release mechanism [FIG 5] (2).
3. Check expiration date on the new hydrostatic release mechanism.The date should
hydrostatic release mechanism [FIG 5] (2).
3. Check expiration date on the new hydrostatic release mechanism.The date should
be approximately 2 years from the date of purchase.
4. Mount the new hydrostatic release mechanism. The unit is fixed to the bracket with
a plastic bolt containing washer, rubber seal, washer, O-ring.
5. Secure the plastic bolt by hand force only!
5 . 2 R E P L A C I N G T H E B A T T E R Y U N I T [ F I G . 6 ]
The battery unit consists of the complete lower half of the Tron 40GPS and is to
be replaced every 4. year.The marking on the battery unit show the expiry date.
A new battery comes complete and is easily replaced by opening the equator ring
between the top and bottom of the EPIRB.
The battery must be replaced if the EPIRB is activated for any purpose other than test.
be replaced every 4. year.The marking on the battery unit show the expiry date.
A new battery comes complete and is easily replaced by opening the equator ring
between the top and bottom of the EPIRB.
The battery must be replaced if the EPIRB is activated for any purpose other than test.
Replacing the battery unit should be done by skilled technicians only - preferable by
a JOTRON agent.Your closest JOTRON agent with TronSTAT facilities has been speci-
ally trained to perform the necessary operation and is also able to do an extended test
of the EPIRB, ensuring that the EPIRB operates within the specifications.
a JOTRON agent.Your closest JOTRON agent with TronSTAT facilities has been speci-
ally trained to perform the necessary operation and is also able to do an extended test
of the EPIRB, ensuring that the EPIRB operates within the specifications.