Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
Regular maintenance is crucial for ensuring the reliability of any life-saving equipment, and the GES-45 from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS is no exception. This crew evacuation liferaft is designed to meet the demanding requirements of SOLAS certification, providing a safe means of escape for a number of persons as specified by the certification. Approved by DNV, the GES-45 incorporates a hydrostatic release unit (HRU) and CO2 inflation system. To maintain optimal performance, annual servicing at an approved service station is mandatory, as outlined by SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328. Potential issues that may arise with the GES-45 include an expired hydrostatic release unit (HRU), CO2 cylinder pressure loss due to corrosion or aging, material deterioration from UV exposure, corrosion or blockage of the retrieval line, and expired survival equipment such as flares, water, and provisions. VIKING recommends keeping a spare HRU onboard and replacing the HRU at the manufacturer's recommended interval, typically every two years. Liferaft replacement or recertification is required every five years.
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Annual servicing at an approved service station is MANDATORY (SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328). HRU replacement at the manufacturer's interval (typically 2 years). Liferaft replacement/recertification every 5 years.
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS: Servicing ONLY at an approved service station. Keep an HRU on board. Annual service mandatory.
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