Artex ELT 110-4

[Greg_D]

I'm wondering if anyone has a manual for the subject ELT.  I'm looking for the test procedure.  The stuff I've read says that it is tested while installed in the airplane.  I have a friend who says his A&P has taken it out of the airplane and dropped it several times on the hangar floor to "test" the G switch.  Is that the correct test procedure?  References would be nice.

 

 

[jetdriven]

A TSO-C-91 ELT can be tested with a quick rap to the palm. A TSO C91a ELT can be tested with a rapid throwing motion coupled by a rapid reversing motion.  (Source: ACK E-01 ELT manual)  I think it also needs to be inline with the mounting position. Check which one you have. Call the manufacturer about dropping it. That likely can ruin it.