similarly arranged as in the warning light (fig. 4-23,
communications. The light is designed to operate from
view B). Newer units are shown in figure 4-26, view B.
an internal battery or from the ship's service power
These newer units have two clusters of six lamps.
supply using a 120/20-volt transformer mounted in the
Cluster No. 1 maybe used only for normal use. Cluster
carrying case. In the signaling operation, an adjustable
No. 2 maybe added by switching to increase brilliance
front handle assures a steady position. Front and rear
for communication at greater distance. Cluster No. 2
sights are provided to direct the beam on the desired
may be selected alone when No. 1 fails.
target.
Supplied with the light, in addition to the stowage
Multipurpose Signal Light
box, are red, green, and yellow lenses, a 15-foot power
cable for supplying power from the ship's ac source to
The portable multipurpose signal light (fig. 4-27)
the stowage box, a 25-foot cable for supplying power
produces a high-intensity beam of light suitable for use
from the stowage box to the light, and the
as a spot light or as a blinker light. A trigger
switch located on the rear handle is used for
manufacturer's technical manual.
Figure 4-27.--Multipurpose signal light, symbol 106.1.
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