COBHAM SAILOR 5052 AIS SART User Manual

SAILOR 5052 AIS SART

User manual

Thrane & Thrane A/S trading as Cobham SATCOM, Lundtoftegårdsvej 93D, DK-2800
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
This user manual is applicable to the SAILOR 5052 AIS SART.

User instructions are also printed directly on the main unit and the deployment
instructions are repeated on the inside cover of the carry bag.

CONTENTS

1 SAFETY NOTICES ........................................................... 1

1.1 Use .............................................................................................. 1

1.2 Testing, maintenance and disposal ............................................ 1

1.3 Hazards and Warnings ............................................................... 1

1.4 EC Declaration of Conformity ..................................................... 2

1.5 FCC Compliance......................................................................... 2

1.6 Ownership ................................................................................... 2

2 OVERVIEW ....................................................................... 3

2.1 AIS SART Handing ..................................................................... 4

2.2 Environmental ............................................................................. 4

2.3 Controls and indicators ............................................................... 4

3 INSTALLATION ................................................................ 5

3.1 Items in the Package .................................................................. 5

3.2 Wall bracket installation .............................................................. 5

4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE ........................................... 7

4.1 Abandon ship! ............................................................................. 7

4.2 Activation Process ...................................................................... 8

4.3 Deployment guidelines ............................................................... 9

4.4 Mounting outside a canopy life raft ........................................... 10

4.1 Mounting inside a canopy life raft ............................................. 10

4.2 Deactivation Process ................................................................ 11

5 AIS SART TARGET VISUALIZATION ........................... 12

6 MAINTENANCE ............................................................. 13

6.1 Servicing schedule .................................................................... 13

6.2 Self-test & inspection ................................................................ 13

6.1 Self-test procedure ................................................................... 13

6.2 Mechanical inspection .............................................................. 15

Inspection .................................................................................. 15

6.3 Anti-tamper Cap replacement ................................................... 15

6.4 Battery replacement .................................................................. 15

6.5 Transportation ........................................................................... 16

6.6 GMDSS inspections .................................................................. 16

7 END OF LIFE STATEMENT ........................................... 17

7.1 Disposal .................................................................................... 17

8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ....................................... 18

9 DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS ........................................... 19

9.1 AIS SART main unit ................................................................. 19

9.2 Pole .......................................................................................... 20

9.3 Bag ........................................................................................... 21

9.4 Wall mounted bracket............................................................... 22

10 PRODUCT WARRANTY ................................................. 23

10.1 Warranty Statement ................................................................. 23

11 HOW DOES IT WORK? .................................................. 24

Disclaimer

Any responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this
product and the accompanying documentation is disclaimed by Thrane & Thrane A/S.
The information in this manual is provided for information purposes only, is subject to
change without notice and may contain errors or inaccuracies. Manuals issued by
Thrane & Thrane A/S are periodically revised and updated. Anyone relying on this
information should acquire the most current version e.g. from
www.cobham.com/SATCOM, Cobham SYNC Partner Portal, or from the distributor.
Thrane & Thrane A/S is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any translations
or reproductions, in whole or in part, of this manual from any other source. In the event
of any discrepancies, the English version shall be the governing text.
Thrane & Thrane A/S is trading as Cobham SATCOM. .

1 SAFETY NOTICES

1.1 Use

An AIS SART ‘search and rescue locating device’ is designed to assist in

survivor craft location during search and rescue operations. AIS SART’s are
primarily intended for fitment by SOLAS vessels under carriage requirement
rules. The rules differ depending on type and size of vessel and life raft. In
general, at least one search and rescue locating device is carried on each side
of a passenger or cargo ship over 500 gross tons. Smaller SOLAS classified
vessels are required to carry at least one search and rescue locating device.
An AIS-SART is a portable device and should be stowed on board in a location
where it can be easily and rapidly taken on board a survival craft or life raft.

An AIS SART is an emergency radio beacon that is intended for use in
maritime emergencies and is approved for these contingencies. It is not
designed or recommended for use on land or in the air.

The intended usage of the AIS SART is to mark the location of maritime
survivors in need of imminent recovery by rescuers. False alerts endanger
lives and cause disruption to Search and Rescue services, deliberate misuse
of the AIS SART could result in penalty.

Read the complete manual before installing, testing or using the AIS SART.

1.2 Testing, maintenance and disposal

Self-test the AIS SART every 6 months, more frequent self-testing is not
recommended as it can cause unnecessary draining of the battery.

The AIS SART contains no user serviceable parts but a physical check should
be performed regularly. The battery pack is a Primary lithium battery. Do not
incinerate, puncture, deform or short-circuit. If you need to dispose of battery
or the complete AIS SART – see Section 7.

1.3 Hazards and Warnings

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.

Do not dismantle the AIS SART, it contains no user-serviceable
parts.

The AIS SART contains lithium metal batteries. Do not incinerate, puncture,
deform, short circuit or recharge.

Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the AIS SART as some solvents can
damage the case material.

The AIR SART is compliant with SOLAS regulations when the anti-tamper cap
is intact. After the anti-tamper cap has been broken for any reason, it must be
assumed that the SART has been used and the AIS SART the subject of a
battery replacement service before being returned to use.

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As the AIS SART contains a radio transmitter, some administrations may

Ownership details

Vessel Name:
Owner details:

TX ID ;

9 7 0 1 7

require that the user holds a maritime radio license authorizing ownership and
use.

When activated, the AIS SART emits low levels of radio frequency radiation. It
is advisable not to handle the upper section antenna zone.

When the AIS SART has reached its end of it useful in-service life it must be
disposed of in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. Refer to End
of Life Statement.

1.4 EC Declaration of Conformity

Hereby Thrane & Thrane A/S declares that this AIS SART is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Marine
Equipment Directive (MED) – 2014/90/EU. A copy of the Declaration of
Conformity can be obtained online from: https://sync.cobham.com.SATCOM/

1.5 FCC Compliance

The AIS SART is in compliance with the GMDSS provisions of Part 80 of the
FCC rules.

1.6 Ownership

It is not required for the AIS SART owner to file a product registration with the
maritime authority’s. It is recommended that a record of the AIS SARTs’
identifier number is included in this user manual (complete box below) and
filed for safe keeping with the vessels own management organization. The AIS
SART in marked with a 9-digit manufacturer serialized TX ID (MMSI) number
printed on the main body label for this purpose.

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2 OVERVIEW

Only remove the RED anti-tamper Cap if you intend to operate the AIS SART
in a real emergency. An AIS SART is a single use device, once activated and
before returning it to storage a maintenance service battery replacement will
be required.

Figure 1: AIS SART key features description

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2.1 AIS SART Handing

The AIS SART is packed inside a buoyant carry bag with carry strap. The
carry bag contains the AIS SART main unit, a 1-meter telescopic extension
pole and 10 meters buoyant lanyard. The carry bag may be wall mounted
using the wall-mount bracket provided.

Figure 2 Carry bag overview

2.2 Environmental

The carry bag offers additional protection to the AIS SART both for storage
and when carrying on to a survival craft. Once assembled and ready for
deployment the main unit remains buoyant, waterproof and is tested to survive
a 20m drop in to water without damage.

2.3 Controls and indicators

The control panel has florescent backlighting that increases its visibility in
reduced lighting conditions. The ON button is protected from accidental
activation under a single use anti-tamper cap. Once activated a dual color
Red/Orange LED indicator provides real-time status induction and will flash the
Morse Code “SOS” sequence.

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3 INSTALLATION

Item N°

Designation

Quantity

1

AIS SART

1

2

Carry bag

1

3

1 m extension Pole

1 4 10 m buoyant lanyard

1 5 Wall mounted bracket

1

6

Screw M4x20

2

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User manual (not shown)

1

3.1 Items in the Package

The AIS SART is typically delivered with standard package as listed in Table 1
and illustrated in Figure 3.

Table 1 Standard equipment list

3.2 Wall bracket installation

When selecting a suitable mounting position consider the following points:

1. Ease of access in an emergency, adjacent to the ship’s bridge wing exits ready
for easy access is recommended.

2. Position at least 1m from compass equipment.

Figure 3 Standard Package

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