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    Elt Systems Service Information Letter: Date: May 6, 2020 Number: SIL4013

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    Export of this technology is controlled under the United States Export

    Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Subchapter C). An export license may
    be required before it is used for development, production or use by foreign persons
    from specific countries. The controller of this data has the individual responsibility
    to abide by all export laws. ECCN: 7E994

    ELT SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER

    ACR Electronics, Inc.▪ 5757 Ravenswood RD ▪ Fort Lauderdale FL 33312 ▪ www.acrartex.com ▪ (954)981-3333

    Date: May 6, 2020


    Number: SIL4013

    ACR Electronics, Inc., ACR, ARTEX, the ACR cross symbol, the ARTEX propeller symbol, ELT
    345: ELT 1000: ELT 3000: ELT 3000HM: ELT 4000: ELT 4000HM: B406: C406: C406-N: C406-
    NHM: G406: ME406: ME406HM are all trademarks owned by ACR Electronics, Inc.; and no
    trademark license is granted in connection with this document unless provided in writing by
    ACR Electronics, Inc.

    Copyright © 2019 ACR Electronics, Inc.


    All Rights Reserved.

    Original Date: October 15, 2019 Document Number: SIL4013


    Revision #: B Page 1 of 4
    Form #03-CS-06-03B Copyright © 2019
    Export of this technology is controlled under the United States Export
    Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Subchapter C). An export license may
    be required before it is used for development, production or use by foreign persons
    from specific countries. The controller of this data has the individual responsibility
    to abide by all export laws. ECCN: 7E994

    ELT SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER

    1. SUBJECT: Annual Maintenance and Self-Testing of ARTEX ELT Systems

    2. SUMMARY: ACR Electronics, Inc. (ACR) is continually working to ensure all Emergency Locator
    Transmitters (ELTs) are maintained in optimum condition to meet regulatory and manufacturer’s
    requirements. Recently, EASA issued SIB 2019-09R1, which outlines new requirements for annual
    inspections of ELTs and PLBs (Personal Locator Beacons) within their jurisdiction. The testing
    requirements will align EASA with FAA annual test requirements ensuring verification of the crash
    activation sensor and operation of the transmitter system.

    This service advisory is intended to reiterate the ACR recommendations for periodic inspections and
    functional checks of ALL ELTs in addition to the recommendations from EASA SIB 2019-09R1 and
    encourage a baseline self-test and inspection to ensure current functionality. All ARTEX ELTs are
    designed to have sufficient battery life to accommodate a monthly self-test.

    3. MODELS AFFECTED BY THIS NOTICE: ARTEX Branded ELT Systems

    4. APPLICABILITY: All ELT Systems, see Item 8

    5. REFERENCES: All ELT IMM, CFR 91.207, CAR 571 Appendix G, EASA SIB No. 2019-09R1

    6. BACKGROUND: ELT maintenance is an obligation of Section 91.207 of the Code of Federal


    Regulations for Aviation Operations that requires all ELTs to be inspected annually for:

    1. Proper installation
    2. Battery corrosion
    3. Operation of the controls and crash sensor
    4. The presence of sufficient signal radiated from its antenna
    5. A successful self test of the ELT BIT (Built In Test) system

    ACR Electronics, Inc. reminds all operators who have installed an ARTEX ELT to inspect their ELTs in
    accordance with the FAA regulations referenced above; the EASA recommendations; or in the absence of
    specific requirements by their local CAA, to follow FAA requirements. The test will require test of the
    crash-activation sensor and a self-test.

    Original Date: October 15, 2019 Document Number: SIL4013


    Revision #: B Page 2 of 4
    Form #03-CS-06-03B Copyright © 2019
    Export of this technology is controlled under the United States Export
    Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Subchapter C). An export license may
    be required before it is used for development, production or use by foreign persons
    from specific countries. The controller of this data has the individual responsibility
    to abide by all export laws. ECCN: 7E994

    ELT SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER

    7. ACTION: ACR strongly recommends conducting a self-test at the earliest opportunity in order to
    ensure unit functionality. The self-test procedure outlined below applies to all ARTEX ELT
    models. Please refer to applicable Installation and Maintenance Manuals for more details.

    7.1. Self-Test procedure for two-position remote switch


    1. Set remote switch to “ON” position for approximately 1 second, until LED blinks one time,
    then return to “ARMED” position. Error codes will begin to display after approximately 5
    seconds.
    NOTE: If the ELT is left activated for longer than 2 seconds, no self-test will be performed upon turn off.

    7.2. Self-Test procedure for three-position remote switch


    1. Push momentary switch to “SELF-TEST” position for approximately 1 second, until LED blinks
    one time, then release. Error codes will begin to display after about 5 seconds.
    2. Regardless of how long the ELT has been in the active state, no self-test is performed at
    turn off using the 2-wire switch.

    NOTE: The self-test can also be initiated from the ELT. See the respective Installation and Maintenance
    Manual (IMM) for details.

    NOTE: If the ELT is working properly, the LED will stay on for approximately 1 second and then turn off.
    If a series of flashes are displayed, refer to the respective IMM for details. If there are multiple errors,
    there is a 0.5 to 1.0 second pause between each error code.

    NOTE: For instructions on GNSS Self-test, available on some ELT models, please refer to the respective
    IMM for details.

    7.3. ELT Crash Activation Testing, all ELT


    1. The inspection for the operation of the controls and crash sensor includes what is
    commonly referred to as the “football test”. Install the G-switch loop (Applicable P/N per
    the ELT Service and Install Manual) and 50-ohm load installed and perform this test.
    2. This test is performed by activating the ELT by using a rapid forward (i.e. throwing) motion
    in the direction of the arrow on the ELT label, followed by a rapid reversing action, which is
    normally sufficient to activate the G-switch.

    NOTE: If the throwing motion does not activate the ELT after 2 throws, then the ELT must be sent to
    ACR or an ARTEX Authorized Service Center (ASC) for evaluation.

    7.4. Crash Activation Testing, Helicopter Model—Additional Test


    1. With the G-switch loop and 50-ohm load installed, perform the test of the remaining five-
    axis G-switches. This test of the additional G- switches can be accomplished by thrusting
    the Unit Under Test (UUT) into a piece of foam padding or cushion placed against a firm
    surface in the five different directions, excluding the primary G-switch test specified in step
    1.

    Original Date: October 15, 2019 Document Number: SIL4013


    Revision #: B Page 3 of 4
    Form #03-CS-06-03B Copyright © 2019
    Export of this technology is controlled under the United States Export
    Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Subchapter C). An export license may
    be required before it is used for development, production or use by foreign persons
    from specific countries. The controller of this data has the individual responsibility
    to abide by all export laws. ECCN: 7E994

    ELT SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION LETTER


    2. Verify in each case that the UUT activates via G-switch closure as indicated by the LED
    flashing. Reset the UUT after each activation by toggling the ON/OFF switch ON and then
    OFF.

    NOTE: If after two attempts in each direction the ELT does not activate, then the ELT should be sent to
    an ARTEX authorized service center for evaluation.

    Please be aware that the ELT under test will transmit a live 406 MHz burst 50 seconds after activation.
    The ELT MUST be reset (stopped from further activation) before 50 seconds have elapsed and before a
    live burst is transmitted.

    8. EFFECTIVITY: ARTEX ELT Model Numbers: ELT 345: ELT 1000: ELT 3000: ELT 3000HM: ELT 4000:
    ELT 4000HM: B406: C406: C406-N: C406-NHM: G406: ME406: ME406HM

    Additional Information for Non-406 ELT Systems

    Legacy ELT transmitting on 121.5 MHz and 243 MHz are no longer repairable, ACR recommends
    upgrading these units to 406MHz ELT. Please go to www.121MHZ.com for more information on
    upgrade incentives and interchangeability.

    Service and Support

    Contact ACR Electronics, Inc. at 954-981-3333 or visit our website www.acrartex.com to learn more
    about our products and support network.

    Original Date: October 15, 2019 Document Number: SIL4013


    Revision #: B Page 4 of 4
    Form #03-CS-06-03B Copyright © 2019

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