Quick Summary
The Orion Safety 244 Alert/Locate Plus is a marine signal kit with a 12-gauge launcher, a hard floating case and eight signals: four red aerial flares, three red handheld flares and one orange smoke signal. The listed launcher features a hammer safety lock and a bandolier for six signals.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Launcher | 12-gauge, described as corrosion-resistant, with a hammer safety lock. |
| Bandolier | Designed to hold six signals; the kit contains eight signals in total. |
| Red aerial flares | Four U.S. Coast Guard-approved 12-gauge flares. The stated maximum altitude is 500 feet, brightness is 16,000 candela and burn time is 7 seconds. |
| Red handheld flares | Three U.S. Coast Guard-approved, perchlorate-free flares for day and night use, with up to 950 candela brightness and up to a 3-minute burn time. |
| Orange smoke signal | One U.S. Coast Guard-approved handheld signal for daytime use, with a burn time of up to 1 minute. |
| Case and warranty | A hard floating case is named. A lifetime warranty is stated, but its coverage is not specified. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Check that the selected kit is the 244 Alert/Locate Plus version with the hard floating case.
- Consider whether the six-signal bandolier capacity fits your intended carry arrangement; the kit includes eight signals.
- Review the warranty terms to confirm what the lifetime warranty covers.
Important Limitations
The aerial and handheld flare specifications describe different signal types and burn times. Follow the product’s instructions for handling and use; no operating or disposal procedure is provided here.
Before You Decide
Confirm the case configuration, the included signal types and counts, and whether the bandolier capacity suits your needs. Review the exact operating instructions and warranty terms before use.
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