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Hatecke
Hatecke Totally Enclosed Lifeboat 120P Diesel Inboard-C
Hatecke Hatecke Totally Enclosed Lifeboat 120P Diesel Inboard-C — Lifeboats.
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Common issues
- Engine starting failure due to battery/starting system neglect between drills
- On-load release hook mechanism stiffness, corrosion, or incorrect adjustment
- Falls (wire rope) wear, corrosion, or lubrication breakdown
- Hull GRP cracking or delamination, particularly at davit attachment points
- Deterioration of rubber seals/gaskets around hatches affecting watertight/self-righting integrity
- Fuel system contamination or degradation from infrequent engine use
- Painter/release line and quick-release mechanism wear
Inspection checklist
- Weekly visual inspection and monthly launching/engine run per SOLAS requirements
- Function test of on-load release gear per the manufacturer's operating instructions
- Inspection of falls, blocks, and davit for wear, corrosion, and correct reeving
- Engine start and run test, checking cooling water, exhaust, and fuel systems
- Check hull for cracks, damage, and secure fittings (fenders, grab lines, painter)
- Inspect hatch seals and confirm the watertight closing arrangement
- Verify emergency equipment and provisions are stowed, in date, and complete
- Test steering, and confirm compass and navigation light function
- Check release gear interlocks preventing operation with hooks engaged
- Confirm the annual thorough examination/load test by an authorized service provider
Service intervals
| Weekly inspection and engine start | weekly |
| Monthly launching or simulated launch | monthly |
| Annual thorough examination (SOLAS) | annually |
| On-load release gear overhaul | every 5 years, per SOLAS/manufacturer requirement |
| Falls (wire rope) renewal | typically every 5 years or on condition |
| Load test of davit and winch | at the 5-year release gear overhaul interval |
Typical wear limits
| Falls (wire rope) condition | apply standard wire rope discard criteria (broken wires, corrosion, diameter reduction) - confirm against class and manufacturer guidance for lifeboat falls specifically |
| Release hook wear at load-bearing surfaces | any visible deformation, cracking, or wear beyond the release gear manufacturer's stated limit requires the component to be taken out of service - confirm against the equipment manufacturer's manual |
Ranges are typical for this design class. Always confirm against the manufacturer documentation for your serial number.
Critical spares
- On-load release gear service kit as specified by the release gear manufacturer
- Falls (wire rope) matching original specification
- Hatch/door seals and gaskets
- Engine starting battery
- Fuel filters and raw water pump impeller for the lifeboat engine
- Emergency equipment consumables per SOLAS pack list
Safety
- On-load release gear is a recognized high-risk item - never work under a suspended lifeboat, and follow manufacturer procedures strictly during testing
- Fall of the boat during davit/winch maintenance if brakes or pawls are not secured
- Engine exhaust accumulation in an enclosed compartment during static engine tests
- Release and drill hazards - follow the vessel's risk assessment and manufacturer instructions strictly
Class survey
Lifeboats and their launching appliances are core LSA items under SOLAS Ch. III - class expects records of weekly/monthly checks, the annual thorough examination, and the 5-yearly release gear overhaul/load test from an authorized service supplier. Any modification or repair to the release gear typically requires manufacturer or class approval.
Estimated lifetime:
Not meaningfully expressed in running hours; the lifeboat hull and davit arrangement is generally expected to remain in service for the vessel's operating life with periodic overhaul, while the on-load release gear has a recognized 5-year overhaul/replacement cycle under SOLAS.
Components & Design
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Technical Data
capacity persons
120
engine
Diesel Inboard
solas approved
True
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