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GMDSS Test Checklist Final With Voltage Drop

The document outlines a checklist for conducting GMDSS on-load and off-load tests, detailing the necessary equipment and their operational status. It includes a voltage drop test procedure to ensure GMDSS batteries can supply sufficient power during main power supply failures, with specific pass/fail criteria. Additionally, it provides voltage drop criteria and example calculations for acceptable limits during testing.

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GMDSS Test Checklist Final With Voltage Drop

The document outlines a checklist for conducting GMDSS on-load and off-load tests, detailing the necessary equipment and their operational status. It includes a voltage drop test procedure to ensure GMDSS batteries can supply sufficient power during main power supply failures, with specific pass/fail criteria. Additionally, it provides voltage drop criteria and example calculations for acceptable limits during testing.

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GMDSS On-load / Off-load Test

Checklist
Ship Name:

IMO Number:

Date of Test:

Tested By (Name/Rank):

On-load Test

Equipment/Test Item Status (✔/✘) Remarks


Main Power Supply ON
VHF Radio operational
MF/HF Radio operational
INMARSAT Equipment
operational
NAVTEX operational
EPIRB Self-test (Do NOT
activate distress)
SART Self-test
Battery Voltage (while
charging)
Battery Charger operational
Printer (if applicable)
working

Off-load Test

Equipment/Test Item Status (✔/✘) Remarks


Main Power Supply OFF
(Simulated/Actual)
VHF Radio operational on
battery
MF/HF Radio on battery
INMARSAT on battery
NAVTEX on battery
Battery Voltage (under
load)
Duration of Test (minutes)
(Recommended: 15 min)
Battery Alarm Function
Check (if fitted)
Summary

Test Result Pass / Fail


Comments / Recommendations:
Voltage Drop Test Procedure for GMDSS Batteries

The voltage drop test is essential to ensure the GMDSS batteries are capable of supplying
sufficient power during a failure of the ship's main power supply.

1. Preparation

- Ensure all GMDSS equipment is functional and turned off.


- Disconnect or simulate disconnection of the main power supply to the GMDSS station.
- Use a calibrated multimeter to monitor battery voltage.

2. Procedure

- Turn on all essential GMDSS equipment (VHF, MF/HF, Inmarsat, NAVTEX, etc.) while on
battery power only.
- Monitor the battery voltage for at least 15 minutes.
- Record the initial voltage and voltage at 5, 10, and 15 minutes.
- Voltage should not drop below the minimum operational limits:
* For a 12V system: not below 11.0V
* For a 24V system: not below 22.0V

3. Pass/Fail Criteria

- PASS: All GMDSS equipment remains operational, and battery voltage stays above
minimum limits.
- FAIL: Equipment fails to function properly or voltage drops below safe levels.

4. Record Example
Time (min) Initial Voltage Voltage at 5 Voltage at 10 Voltage at 15
min min min
Voltage Drop Criteria for GMDSS Battery Test

As per best practice and standard guidelines, the voltage drop during GMDSS testing should
not exceed the following limits:

- **1.5V absolute drop** from the fully charged state, OR


- **10% of the nominal battery voltage**, whichever is lower.

Procedure:

1. Record the **fully charged battery voltage** before starting the test (no load condition).
2. Switch GMDSS equipment to operate on **battery power only**.
3. Record the voltage **immediately after switching to battery power** and at **5, 10, and
15 minutes**.
4. Calculate the voltage drop from the initial voltage (no-load) to each time interval.
5. The voltage drop must not exceed:
- **1.5V** OR
- **10% of the fully charged voltage**
6. If the drop exceeds either of the above limits, the battery may be considered inadequate
and should be tested further or replaced.

Example Calculations:

- For a 12V battery:


- Max drop allowed = 1.5V or 1.2V (10%) → Limit = 1.2V
- Battery must not drop below 12V - 1.2V = **10.8V**

- For a 24V battery:


- Max drop allowed = 1.5V or 2.4V (10%) → Limit = 1.5V (lower one)
- Battery must not drop below 24V - 1.5V = **22.5V**

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