Product Identification
- McMurdo FastFind 220
Model Numbers: 91-001-220A-C, 91-001-222A-C, 91-001-223A-C - FastFind Ranger
Model Numbers: 91-001-420A-C, 91-001-422A-C - FastFind Return Link PLB
Model Number: 1002384 - Kannad Marine Safelink SOLO
Model Numbers: K91-001-310A-C, K91-001-311A-C, K91-001-311-61A-B, K91-001-312A-C, K91-001-313A-B, K91-001-314A-A
Manufacturer and Contact Information
Manufacturer: McMurdo Ltd
Address: Holbrook Court, E1 Cumberland Business Centre, Northumberland Road, Southsea, PO5 1DS, United Kingdom
Contact Phone: +44 (0) 23 92623900
Product Description
The product is an emergency Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) powered by Lithium batteries. Sealed inside the product, the batteries are in two packs containing two small hermetically-sealed primary Lithium – Iron Disulfide cells. The pack has its own plastic casing and incorporates physical and electrical short-circuit protection.
Use Information
- The batteries in this product have a limited service life; check the label for the expiry date.
- The product contains no user-serviceable parts.
- The product should only be disassembled by qualified service personnel.
- DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE THE BATTERIES.
Hazardous Substances
Under EC and US legislation, this product is classified as a manufactured article, which does not result in exposure to any hazardous chemicals under normal conditions of use. As such, the product does not require a Material Safety Data Sheet. The following information is provided as a courtesy:
The Lithium content of each product is less than 2.32 g.
Active Ingredients in Cells
The cells within the product may contain the following active ingredients, by CAS number and name:
| CAS Number | Name |
|---|---|
| 110-71-4 | 1,2 Diemethoxyethane |
| 7439-92-1 | Lead |
| 7439-97-6 | Mercury |
| 7440-43-9 | Cadmium |
| 7439-93-2 | Lithium |
No chemical hazard will be posed as long as the cells remain in their sealed condition.
Transport Information
| Class: | Class 9 |
| UN Number: | UN3091 |
| UN Description: | Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment |
| IATA Packing Instruction for Air: | 970 Section I |
| Packing Instruction for Road & Sea: | P903 |
| Net Quantity: | 0.068 kg |
Disposal Information
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISMANTLE.
- DO NOT DISCARD IN DOMESTIC WASTE.
At the end of the product's useful life, it is vital that the battery packs be disconnected from the main unit to prevent false alarms. False alarms cause expensive disruption to Search and Rescue services and may endanger lives as a consequence.
Instructions on battery removal can be found in the End Of Life Statement in the product User Manual. This operation should only be performed by qualified service personnel.
This product should be disposed of in a sensible and considerate manner, and in accordance with local regulations. Take it to a civil recycling facility, or contact McMurdo Ltd for advice.
Green Passport: Ship Recycling Information
McMurdo Ltd hereby declares potentially hazardous content in some of its electronic products.
Small amounts of the following substances may be present: beryllium oxide, lithium, lead (in older products), brominated flame retardants, glass.
In keeping with European directive 2012/19/EU (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment) and the provisions of IMO Resolution A.962(23) (Guidelines On Ship Recycling), McMurdo Ltd strongly recommends that its products, including any battery packs, be disposed of in a considerate and legal manner. Additional information, concerning the disposal of equipment can also be found in the relevant equipment User Manual, under the heading: End of Life Statement.
