Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
Regular maintenance is crucial for the reliable operation of maritime evacuation equipment, ensuring that devices like the Merlin-615 R MKI Waterjet by VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS are ready to protect crew members in emergencies. This waterjet system is SOLAS certified and designed to evacuate personnel efficiently. The Merlin-615 R MKI is approved through DNV's approval process, highlighting its compliance with stringent safety standards. However, it requires annual servicing at an approved service station to maintain its operational readiness, as mandated by SOLAS and MSC.1/Circ.1328. Common issues that can arise include the expiration of the hydrostatic release unit (HRU), CO2 bottle pressure loss due to corrosion or aging, material degradation from UV exposure, and blockages or corrosion in the retrieval line. To address these potential failures, it is essential to keep spare parts such as an HRU on board and replace it according to the manufacturer's recommended interval, typically every two years. The entire liferaft, including the Merlin-615 R MKI, must be replaced or recertified every five years to ensure ongoing compliance with safety regulations.
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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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