Davit System (Lifeboat/Raft) · Lifesaving Appliances (LSA)
The SCH 17-4.0 R is a crew evacuation system designed for maritime safety applications, manufactured by PALFINGER MARINE VIETNAM CO., LTD. This equipment is certified under SOLAS for personnel evacuation and is compliant with the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) standards. The system is equipped to handle up to four persons per SOLAS certification guidelines. Common issues that may arise include corrosion and blockage of the release hook mechanism, diesel engine start failure due to infrequent testing, osmotic blistering in the GRP hull from prolonged water exposure, air supply system valve failure, and aging of safety belts and harnesses due to UV and weather conditions. Spare parts are available through PALFINGER MARINE VIETNAM CO., LTD or authorized distribution partners, with a lead time of 2 to 6 weeks. Regular maintenance includes a weekly engine test run lasting at least 5 minutes, annual servicing of the release hook by an approved service provider as per SOLAS MSC.402(96), and a GRP hull inspection during docking periods. A thorough examination of the system is recommended every five years.
What our service work and the manufacturer documentation say about keeping this model running.
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 PALFINGER MARINE VIETNAM CO., LTD or authorised distribution partners. Lead time: 2-6 weeks.
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