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NAUTILUS-2200 Ocean Buoy

NAUTILUS-2200 Ocean Buoy

Introduction

Congratulations! By choosing to purchase a Sealite Buoy, you have become the 

owner of one of the most advanced rotationally-moulded polyethylene marine buoys 

in the world.

Sealite Pty Ltd has been manufacturing buoys for over 25 years, and particular care has been taken to 

ensure your buoy gives years of service.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Sealite has been 

independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO9001:2008 quality management 

system.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of 

your buoy, and be able to maximise its operating function.

Sealite Buoy Division

Sealite marine buoys are manufactured on-site from rotationally-moulded UV-stabilised polyethylene, 

and are designed to offer a low-maintenance, high visibility solution to marine navigation. 
The Sealite buoy division provides turn-key production of navigation buoys. From tooling development, 

raw materials selection, and production, to final testing and inspection, Sealite guarantees superior 

quality and fast turn-around times. 

Sealite’s buoy products are available in a wide range of configurations and sizes, and can be 

economically shipped worldwide.

Why Choose Polyethylene Buoys?

•  No painting 
•  Inhibits growth
•  Increased interval between servicing
•  Routine maintenance on location 
•  Easily repaired in the unlikely event of damage 
•  Lightweight for ease of deployment and maintenance 
•  Environmentally friendly – no use of toxic antifouling paint

4. 

Mooring Requirements & Regulations

Please contact your local authority for any specific requirements regarding the deployment of buoys. 

IALA also has guidelines and recommendations that should be followed. 
All information given in this manual is advisory only. Please consult with your local authority before 

deploying your buoy products.
Local conditions that need to be considered include:-

•  Water depth
•  Maximum currents
•  Maximum wind speeds
•  Sinker size and weight

Summary of Contents for NAUTILUS-2200

Page 1: ...Version 1 4 NAUTILUS 2200 Ocean Buoy Installation Service Manual ...

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Page 3: ...roduct Features Technical Specifications Page 6 Product Components Page 8 Assembly Instructions Page 9 Mooring Assembly Instructions Page 11 Mooring Diagram Page 12 Marine Buoy Maintenance Page 13 Sealite Buoy Warranty Page 15 Version No Description Date Approved 1 0 Manual Launch July 2009 K Paton 1 1 Individual Manual Nov 2009 A Dixon 1 2 Logo and Warranty Update July 2010 K Paton 1 3 Update Qua...

Page 4: ...sibility solution to marine navigation The Sealite buoy division provides turn key production of navigation buoys From tooling development raw materials selection and production to final testing and inspection Sealite guarantees superior quality and fast turn around times Sealite s buoy products are available in a wide range of configurations and sizes and can be economically shipped worldwide Why...

Page 5: ...mm inches 510 201 8 Safe Working Load 1pt kg lbs 1950 4300 Safe Working Load 2pt kg lbs 5200 11460 Submergence kg cm lb inches 39 218 Visual Area m2 ft2 3 32 3 Physical Characteristics Material Rotationally moulded UV stabilized virgin polyethylene internal 316 grade stainless steel bracing 316 grade stainless steel grab rail and ladder Wall Thickness mm inches 18 3 4 float section Ballast kg lbs ...

Page 6: ...el ladder grab rail Rotationally moulded to 18mm wall thickness Foam filled with closed cell polyurethane IALA top mark Optional self contained lantern Convenient tether points Optional battery compartment Lifting points Non slip deck Internal tie bars to interconnect lifting mooring points Made from strong durable UV stabilized virgin polyethylene Twin mooring points Innovative guidance keel ...

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Page 8: ...16 S S Bolt M10x100mm Long 16 5 G316 S S Flat Washer 32 6 G316 S S Spring or Locking Washer 16 7 G316 S S Plain Nut 16 8 Handrail 1 9 Guardrail 1 10 Day Mark Mounting Plate 1 11 Nautilus Lug Bushes 4 12 Galvanised Grade M Shackle Ø38 with Ø44 pin inside width 70mm x 137mm 2 13 Galvanised Grade S Shackle Ø32mm 2 14 Galvanised Grade S Shackle Ø38mm 1 15 Bridle Plate 1 G316 S S Grade 316 Stainless St...

Page 9: ...Socket Head Cap Screws washers and Nuts Connect Tower Section to Float Section Position the Nautilus Tower 2 on top of the Float Section 1 o Secure the Tower to the Float Section If Tower Section is fitted with Solar Panels it will require 16 x M10 Stainless Steel Bolts Nuts and Washers If Tower Section is not fitted with Solar Panels then 18 x M10 Stainless Steel Bolts Nuts and Washers are requir...

Page 10: ...d spills out through the small hole allowing the water to effectively drain from the buoy and at the same time preventing water from entering into the buoy through the small hole Installation Instructions for Breather Units For Products which Contain Sealite s Power Packs 1 Unscrew the white plug located at the side base of the buoy 2 Apply a small amount of marine grade silicon adhesive to the th...

Page 11: ...e the correct chain size and length Fit and secure the Bridle to the Buoy using 2 x Ø32mm Shackles Place Ø36mm washers to either side of the bridle plate to pack the Shackle for a neat fit Attach Mooring Block Fit and secure the Chain to the Mooring Block The Buoy is now ready for deployment Water Depth Recommended Chain Size from swivel to mooring block Metres Feet 6 to 14 20 to 46 44mm 14 to 22 ...

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Page 13: ...ual Maintenance Check and clear the tail and ride chains from shells and algae Check for wear on any shackle axis and check the tapered pins Any worn shackles must be replaced Check the free movement of each swivel around its head If any swivel head sticks it must be replaced Check every link of the thrash length of the chain Check the diameter of the nips and sides and also inspect the welds on e...

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Page 15: ...he original specifications determined by Sealite shall be made without written approval of Sealite Pty Ltd 5 The product must be packed and returned to Sealite Pty Ltd by the customer at his or her sole expense Sealite Pty Ltd will pay return freight of its choice A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect and a photocopy of the original purchase receipt This rec...

Page 16: ...dge Barge Lights Area Lighting Monitoring Control Systems Marine Buoys up to 3mt in diameter Mooring Systems Accessories Other Sealite Products Available Head Office Sealite Pty Ltd 11 Industrial Drive Somerville Vic 3912 Australia Tel 61 3 5977 6128 Fax 61 3 5977 6124 Email info sealite com Internet www sealite com ...

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