Handsmoke MK8A
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Orange Handsmoke MK8A Item No. 9539300 The Orange Handsmoke is a hand-held marine distress signal for daytime use to indicate position and wind direction. Produces dense orange smoke for 60 seconds. Daytime, short range distress signal, used to pinpoint position and indicate wind direction once potential rescuer is sighted. Ideal for use on yachts, dinghies, RIBs, canoes and is included in our Inshore and Coastal kits. Length: 24.3cm (9.57 in) Burning Time: 60 seconds Diameter: 3.8cm (1.5 in) Colour of Smoke: Orange Weight: 175g (6.13 oz) Ignition: Pull - wire ignitor Net Explosive Content: 66g (2.31 oz) 1. Unscrew bottom brown end cap and point away from body 2. To ignite - pull toggle down sharply 3. Hold at arms length, downwind and outboard Smoke Composition Packing & Transport Information • • • • • • • • • 50 signals in fibreboard box Gross Weight 9.1 kg (20.07 lb) Net Weight 8.4 kg (18.52 lb) Measurements of fibreboard box : 37 x 27 x 26 cm ( 14.57 x 10.63 x 10.24 in) Net Explosive Content per box: 3.3kg (7.28 lb) Hazard Class:1.4G UN 0197 Proper Shipping name: Signals, Smoke Other information: Cargo Aircraft Only Outer Tube Should be stored in either the mini or large Polybottle in a dry, easily accessed location at ambient temperature. WARNING • End plug ejected – do not point at people • 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 Pull Toggle DISPOSAL • Pyrotechnics must be treated as hazardous items and must be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local regulations. For help and advic