Freefall Lifeboat · Lifesaving Appliances (LSA)
Designed to meet international safety standards for crew evacuation, this freefall lifeboat features an IMO-approved design and SOLAS certification, ensuring reliable performance in emergency situations. The model Rhs.L.S.17/3,5-10/5,2 04E.04, sourced from MDO, offers a persons capacity as per SOLAS guidelines and includes a DNV-approved construction. Regular maintenance is crucial for operational safety; this includes weekly engine test runs (minimum 5 minutes) and annual servicing of the release hook mechanism by an approved service provider. Common issues that may arise include corrosion or blockage of the release hook mechanism, diesel motor start failure due to lack of regular testing, osmotic blistering in the GRP hull from prolonged water contact, failure of the air supply system valve, and degradation of safety harnesses from UV exposure and weathering. Spare parts are available through MDO or authorized distribution partners with a lead time of 2 to 6 weeks. Additionally, a thorough examination every five years is recommended, along with periodic inspections of the GRP hull during docking.
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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 MDO or authorised distribution partners. Lead time: 2-6 weeks.
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