13-48 INSTRUMENTS (AND AVIONICS) / ELT
ICON A5 / MAINTENANCE MANUAL CHANGE C2
second delay, and a second beep if all systems are functioning properly. The light will also flash
on the remote.
The flashes are random and have no meaning.
5. System OK codes: One Beep or One Beep followed by a second beep two seconds later.
6. A series of 2-5 fast beeps, a 2 second delay, and the beep series repeating again indicates there
is a self test function that has returned a trouble condition.
NOTE: The ELT will not be disabled, but it should be inspected by a quali-
fied avionics facility as soon as possible.
7. The trouble code returns a series of beeps with a two second delay, and then the trouble code
is repeated one more time. The first beeps alert you that there is a trouble condition. The two
second delay is to allow you to be ready to count the second set of beeps.Trouble code
sequence: 2-5 beeps—two second delay—2-5 beeps. Trouble Codes:
• 2 Beeps—Battery Low
• 3 Beeps—Low RF Power
• 4 Beeps—Frequency not locked
• 5 Beeps—High VSWR or high current
RESULT:
If the self test indicates a problem, have the system inspected by a qualified avionics facility as soon
as possible.
VERIFICATION METHOD:
The task is complete when a series of beeps is heard indicating a system OK or a trouble code.
RELATED INFORMATION:
"ELT Access" on page 13-42
"ELT Battery Replacement" on page 13-48
"ELT Inspection and Function Check" on page 13-44
"ELT Transponder and Transmitter Antenna Assembly" on page 13-55
13.5.4 Maintenance Instructions
13.5.4.1 ELT Battery Replacement
Use these instructions to access the ELT battery for inspection or replacement.
TASK INFORMATION:
Type of Maintenance
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