Davit System (Lifeboat/Raft) · Lifesaving Appliances (LSA)
The PLR-5004 belongs to the personnel launching and recovery systems category, designed to ensure crew evacuation and safety. Manufactured by Vestdavit AS, this system is SOLAS certified for its personnel capacity and is approved by DNV according to the DNV-approval-finder source. It is designed to be regularly tested and maintained to prevent common failures such as corrosion and blockage of the release hook mechanism, diesel motor start failures due to lack of regular testing, and osmotic blistering in the GRP hull from prolonged water contact. Additionally, the system includes checks for air supply system valve failure and harness wear due to UV and weather exposure. Spare parts for the PLR-5004 are available through Vestdavit AS or authorized distribution partners, with a lead time of 2-6 weeks. Regular maintenance includes a weekly engine test run of at least five minutes, annual servicing of the release hook by an approved service provider, and a GRP hull inspection at docking intervals. A thorough examination is required every five years to maintain the system’s optimal performance and safety standards.
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Weekly engine test run (min. 5 min). Release hook servicing annually by an approved service provider (SOLAS MSC.402(96)). GRP hull inspection at docking. Five-year thorough examination.
Spare parts via Vestdavit AS or authorised distribution partners. Lead time: 2-6 weeks.
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