Ocean Signal V100 User Manual - Appendix
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APPENDIX
6.1
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
The V100 Radiotelephone should not need servicing during its lifetime, with the exception
of changing the primary Lithium battery before the marked expiry date. The following
procedure is recommended to be carried out on a monthly basis.
Regular cleaning, inspection and testing of the radio is advised – clean any grime or salt
residue off the unit with a weak solution of detergent in warm water. Dry radio thoroughly
after cleaning. Never use solvents as this may affect the structural integrity of the plastics
used. Ensure that the battery and charger contacts are clean.
Testing should be carried out every month and should include a brief test transmission
to another VHF radiotelephone. The test may be carried out using a spare LB4V, a test
battery, TB6V, or using the rechargeable option, RB5V. Do not use the lithium battery
provided for emergency use as this will reduce the capacity available in a distress situation.
Where applicable testing should be carried out in accordance with IMO
recommendations or national guidelines.
Check the primary battery visually to ensure that the break-off tab is intact and that there
are no signs of damage on the battery case. Inspect the radio for signs of damage.
6.2
Transportation / Shipping
The battery packs, LB4V, RB5V and TB6V used with this radio are classed as non-hazardous
under the IATA Hazardous Transport Regulations.
LB4V
• The battery should be shipped as category 3090, and packing instruction
968:section II (excepted batteries).
• The radio with its battery should be shipped as category 3091, packing
instruction 969 section II (excepted batteries).
RB5V
• The battery should be shipped as category 3480, and packing instruction
965:section II (excepted batteries).
• The radio with its battery should be shipped as category 3481, packing
instruction 966 section II (excepted batteries).
TB6V
• There are no packing or shipping restrictions on alkaline batteries, provided
that they are adequately protected against short circuits in accordance with
Special Provision A164.
For road or sea transport both the LB4V and RB5V batteries may be shipped under Special
Provision A188 of the relevant regulations.
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