The Smoke Signal Orange is a compact, daylight distresssignal designed to be easy and safe to handle. It provides effective position marking during rescue operations and canbe used to indicate wind direction, producing dense orangesmoke for a minimum of 3 minutes.ApplicationThe Comet orange smoke signal is a small and compact distress signalfor daylight use designed for stowage in liferafts and lifeboats. SOLASrequires 2 smoke signals per raft/boat.• Signal for position marking during rescue operations• Indicates wind direction• Safe use on oil or petrol covered water• Conforming to SOLAS 74 as amended• Ideal also for leisure boatsOperation1. Remove plastic cap. Point away from body.2. Pull tab firmly away from canister. Ensure hand remains clear of HOT END.3. Throw Lifesmoke overboard immediately. Smoke will be emitted aftera 2 second delay.Packing & Transport Information• 24 signals in 1 fibreboard box• Gross weight 9.40 kg (20.72 lb.)• Net weight 8.90 kg (19.62 lb.)• Measurements of fibreboard box: 37 x 27 x 27 cm (15 x 11 x 11 in)• Net Explosive Content per box: 5.736 kg (12.64 lb.)• Hazard Class 1.4S• UN 0507• Proper Shipping Name: Signals, Smoke• Other Information: Passenger and Cargo AircraftSpecifications• Height: 114 mm (4.5 in)• Diameter: 82 mm (3.2 in)• Gross Weight Max. 370g (13.05 oz)• NEC Max. 239g (8.43 oz)• Burning time: 3 minutes minimum• Colour of smoke: orange• Ignition: percussion ignitor with 2 seconds safety delayStorageThis compact unit is ideally stored in a water-resistant locker at ambienttemperature allowing easy access in an emergency or in the robust,specially designed polybottle.ApprovalsConforms to SOLAS 74 as amended, Res. MSC 81 (70). Approvals:CE 0589, BAM–P1-0191, 0589-P1-0324, BGV MED 423.008, USCG160.122./21/0, 160.022/21/0, and other major maritime authoritiesworldwide.