53685-lifesmoke-mk8
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LIFESMOKE MK8 d at as heet The Pains Wessex Lifesmoke MK8 is a compact, flat top distress signal designed to be easy and safe to handle. It provides effective position marking during rescue operations and can be used to indicate wind direction, producing dense orange smoke for a minimum of 3 minutes. 3 Application The Pains Wessex Lifesmoke MK8 is a small and compact distress signal for daylight use designed for stowage in liferafts. l Signal for position marking during rescue operations wind direction l Safe use on oil or petrol covered water l Conforming to SOLAS 74/88 as amended l Ideal also for leisure boats l Indicates 3 Storage This compact unit is ideally stored in a water-resistant locker at ambient temperature allowing easy access in an emergency or in the robust, specially designed polybottle. 3 Operation Downwind Downwind 1. Remove plastic cap. Point away from body. 2. Pull ring firmly away from canister. Ensure hand remains clear of HOT END. 3. Throw Lifesmoke overboard immediately. Smoke will be emitted after a 2 second delay. Downwind Warning: l l ITEM No. 53685 SOLAS approved 4 Safety of life at Sea (SOLAS) l l l l l l Produces dense orange smoke – do not inhale Do not fire in a confined space Keep out of reach of children Only for emergency use at sea If damaged or dented do not use Do not dismantle Keep away from source of heat Do not use after expiry date Disposal: l Pyrotechnics Marine Equipment Directive (MED) must be treated as hazardous items and must be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local regulations. For help and advice, visit our website www.painswessex.com

tech spec LIFESMOKE MK8 Plastic end cap Firing mechanism Pull wire Outer casing Smoke composition Buoyancy weight Outer casing 3 Specifications: l l l l Height: 100 mm (4 ins) Diameter: 84 mm (3.3 ins) Weight: 340 g (11.9 oz) NEC: 200 g (7 oz) Burning time: 3 minutes minimum Colour of smoke: orange l gnition: pull-wire ignitor with I 2 seconds safety delay l l 3 Approvals Authorised Dealer Conforms to: SOLAS 74/88 as amended, IMO resolutions (MED) 96/98/EC, SBG 423.006, USCG and other major maritime authorities worldwide. 3 Packing & Transport Information l l l l l l Chemring Marine Limited...