Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
The Merlin 615 R MKI Outboard belongs to the category of outboard motors designed for maritime evacuation purposes. Manufactured by VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS, this model is specifically certified for crew evacuation under SOLAS regulations, ensuring that it meets stringent safety standards for maritime applications. The Merlin 615 R MKI Outboard is approved by DNV and requires annual servicing at an approved service station to maintain compliance with SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328 guidelines. Additionally, a hydrostatic release unit (HRU) must be kept onboard, and it should be replaced by the manufacturer at intervals typically set at 2 years. The outboard motor's liferaft needs to be replaced or recertified every 5 years to ensure ongoing safety and reliability. Common issues that can affect the Merlin 615 R MKI Outboard include the HRU expiring, CO2 bottle pressure loss due to corrosion or aging, material degradation from UV exposure on deck, and line corrosion or blockage. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent these issues and ensure the outboard motor's operational readiness.
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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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