Operator’s Handbook for
Fassmer rescue boats Type RR 4.2
Document 40.0420-019.01.01.0
Art. No. 135897
Mod. 0 Lange/WZ 03.11.2006
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12. First installation:
On delivery the rescue boat is ready for use. All tests including a minimum 2-
hour trial run and release gear tests as required by SOLAS/IMO-Resolution
MSC.81(70), part 2, have been carried out.
Preparation for onboard installation:
After receiving the rescue boats and before installation, they should be
prepared and maintained on shore, in accordance with the applicable points
in Chapter 8. Charge the batteries regularly; solar panels must be in sunlight.
Mount the fender cushions and sliding skates, stored inside the boat (refer to
the drawings in “Rescue boat Documentation”).
Caution:
Fender cushions shall not be used as fenders, counter
bearings for the davit supports or other similar uses. They are
only intended to shelter the boat in case of an emergency in
which case they could be damaged or destroyed.
Onboard installation:
For further suspension eyes information refer to Chapter 10.1
Bring the boat under the davit/crane and attach it according to davit
instructions or with the use of a shore crane.
Hook up the provided charging socket (if fitted) to the respective battery
charging cable on the ship. Plug the cable into the socket
.
Danger of damage
Do not weld in the area of davits when boats are hanging!
If an earth of the welder is incorrectly positioned, current will
flow through the release hook release cables, rendering them
unworkable!
Check and service after installation and test:
Due to load on specific fittings after installation or test, material can bed-in or
deform slightly. Through this process screwed connections may become
loose, or sealing seams broken (e.g. hoisting fittings, engine etc.). All
screwed connections and elastic seams should therefore be checked, and
retightened or sealed after installation and testing, and about 14 days later.
This is part of customer’s commissioning and can not be claimed on the
guarantee.
