When to Use
A day or night long-range distress signal. 12 should be carried on the ship?s bridge and 4 are required in ship?s Lifeboats and Liferafts, also suitable for use in other commercial and recreational boats. To Use: Remove red end cap. Hold firmly, vertically above head at arms length. Turn head away and pull toggle. Rocket is ejected instantaneously with a loud report and slight recoil. Be careful not to direct towards people or property.
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: 287 mm (11.3?)
Diameter at handle: 38 mm (1.5?)
Diameter: 32 mm (1.25?)
Weight Max: 245 g (8.23 oz)
NEC Max: 92 g (3.25 oz)
Light intensity: 30,000 candela
Burning time: 40 seconds
Colour of light: red
Ignition: pull-wire ignitor
Altitude: 300 m (985?)
STANDARDS
Conforms to SOLAS 74 as amended, IMO Resolution 81(70) and 96/98/ EC. MED - BGV 425.007, BAM-P2-0059, 0589-P2-0046, USCG and other major maritime authorities world wide.