COMET Red Handflare

When to Use

For use in day and night. Short range distress signal used to pinpoint position. To ignite: Fully extend handle, remove red end cap, sharply pull toggle away from body. Hold above head, outboard and downwind.

Storage Requirements

Ideally should be stored in the robust, specially designed polybottle, or in a dry, easily accessed location at ambient temperature.

Disposal

Hazardous item! Dispose of responsibly through approved channels in accordance with local regulations.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Length: 175mm (6.9 in)
• Length with handle pulled out: 280mm (11 in)
• Diameter: 28mm (1.1 in)
• Weight Max:176g (6.2 oz)
• Light intensity: 15,000 candela
• Burning time: 60 seconds
• Colour of light: red
• Ignition: pull-wire ignitor
• Net Explosive
• Content Max.: 63g (2.22 oz)

STANDARDS

• Conforms to: SOLAS 74 as amended, IMO resolution MSC. 81(70) Part 1, (MED) 96/98/EC, BGV 426.004, BAM –P1-0594, 0589-P1-0617, USCG and other major maritime authorities worldwide.