DOCS-001 Manual, SeaBotix Inc. Users, 150 – 200 Series - Rev B – 27 Jan 10 -
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1.5
Post Dive Inspection
After each use of the LBV, take a moment to do a visual inspection on the LBV prior to
storage. It is good practice to submerge the LBV into a container of fresh water or rinse
with a fresh water hose and wipe clean.
Check the LBV for any damage.
Check the thrusters for debris caught near or in the propellers.
Quickly check the LBV functions to ensure that all systems operate correctly.
Check for lost ballast strips or weights.
1.6
Storage of System
Proper storage of the LBV will make the next use much easier and keep the LBV in
good condition.
After rinsing the LBV and wiping off the excess water, disconnect the shackle and
unplug the tether.
Place the LBV in a carrying/shipping case. Disconnect all the connectors from the
Integrated Control Console or the Surface Power Supply.
Coil up all cables and store.
If the LBV is equipped with an ICC, place the operator control unit
face down
in its
storage tray.
Place the Surface Power Supply in a carrying/shipping case.
Place the operator control unit in a carrying/shipping case.
Coil the tether as described in “Tether section”, (page 30, section 3.3)
Place the tether in a carrying/shipping case.
Close and clamp cases closed for transport or storage.
1.7
Trimming
ROV
The LBV is designed to be NEUTRALLY buoyant and when placed in the water should
maintain its depth without rapidly surfacing or sinking. From the factory, the LBV comes
trimmed per the sales order and a tag is affixed to the LBV notifying you of the status of
the trim. The use of the LBV in different salinity water or alteration of the system
hardware will affect buoyancy. Should your LBV require buoyancy adjustment follow
the procedures below. Refer to the Manufacturer Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for
working with lead.
NOTE:
If the LBV is positively buoyant or negatively buoyant, the vertical
thruster and the auto depth function will not be as effective or may not work at
all.
