96-90 Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
Refer to Section 25-61 for ELT programming instructions and maintenance procedures.
The Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) installation consists of a transmitter with internal
battery pack, an external antenna, and a remote switch/annunciator. The transmitter is
mounted to the upper steel tube frame and is accessible through the spring loaded air
intake door in the right-side cowl. The remote switch/annunciator is located left of the
cyclic stick.
The ELT is operated by a switch on the transmitter and by the remote switch. The
transmitter switch has been set in the ARM position at installation and should always be
in this position for flight. The remote switch/annunciator is a three position switch with
indicator light. This switch should be in the ARMED position for flight. With both switches
set to armed, the ELT will begin transmitting when subjected to a high "G" load. When the
unit is transmitting, the red indicator light illuminates.
Moving the remote switch to ON activates the transmitter. Use the ON position if an
emergency landing is imminent and time permits.
If the ELT is inadvertently activated, use the momentary RESET & TEST position of the
remote switch to stop transmission and reset the unit. The red indicator will extinguish
when unit is reset.
For more detailed instructions on ELT operation, maintenance, and required tests, refer to
manufacturer's instructions supplied with the unit.
Page 96.14 Chapter 96 Electrical System APR 2017
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