
LTL TATM LTL - Vol 1
Issue 1.0
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3.6 High Mooring from Low Mooring Position
OPERATIONS MANUAL REFERENCE:
SECTION 3.4.8.2 Un-mooring Procedure
The un-mooring procedure is largely the reverse of the low mooring procedure.
Remove the outer mooring lines from the ratchet straps and reconnect to the last loop. If outer
mooring winch system is fitted, leave the ropes attached to the winch drums as these will
automatically wind out.
Take two turns through the buckle, ready for re-mooring if necessary.
Remove the Lower Apex Mooring straps and the gondola securing straps.
Switch the Mooring Winch Control Pendant to
MOOR ALL
and
RAISE
. The operator should stand in
a position where the control panel in the gondola is visible.
The
HELIUM VALVE
switch on the control panel should be set to
AUTOMATIC
. Other personnel
should stand clear of the Mooring Winches, but in a position where as many of them are visible as
possible.
Before depressing the button to commence High Mooring, the operator should indicate to other
personnel that the winches are about to work by shouting “WINCHES”. Other personnel should return
this call to indicate that they are aware that the winches are about to be used. Once the operator is
satisfied that all personnel are clear, the mooring button should be depressed.
The operator should watch the load assembly as the balloon ascends, making sure that there are no
snags and that the load ring leaves the cradle. The operator should also keep an eye on the cable to
ensure it is located into the fleeting sheave correctly.
The remaining ground crew should watch the winches for any sign of malfunction or problems.
If anyone is not satisfied with the function of any of the mooring winches, they are to shout “STOP”. If
the word “STOP” is heard, High Mooring is to cease immediately and the reason made clear to all
personnel.
As the weight of the balloon comes onto the bridles and load assembly, the Free Lift will start to rise.
As the free lift increases, stop raising the balloon.
The outer mooring ropes should be re-tensioned.