FPD-D60
The Fassmer‑Marland FPD‑D60 is a diesel‑powered freefall lifeboat designed for rapid launch from high freeboard vessels, providing self‑propulsion and an integrated air supply system.
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Common issues
- Hard starting after long lay-up periods due to fuel gumming/varnishing in the injection system
- Starter battery degradation from irregular weekly test runs
- Release hook / hydrostatic interlock stiffness or corrosion from saltwater exposure
- Davit falls wire corrosion, kinking or lubrication breakdown
- Freefall skid/ramp coating wear affecting release friction
- Sprinkler or water-spray pump seizure from disuse
- Canopy/hull gelcoat cracking and UV degradation
Inspection checklist
- Weekly engine start and minimum 3-minute run; check cooling water discharge and exhaust colour
- Monthly dry test of the on-load release gear per SOLAS drill requirements
- Monthly battery charge, electrolyte and charging circuit check
- Quarterly falls wire inspection for broken strands, corrosion and lubrication
- Annual winch brake function and holding test
- Annual hook/hydrostatic interlock overhaul per maker instructions
- 5-yearly on-load release gear load test per MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1
- Bilge pump and self-bailing arrangement check
- Painter and quick-release system inspection
- Check expiry of onboard rations, water and pyrotechnics
Service intervals
| Engine test run | weekly, minimum 3 minutes under load |
| On-load release gear test | annual dry test; 5-yearly load test per SOLAS/MSC.1 Circ.1206 |
| Falls wire inspection and lubrication | every 3 months |
| Winch brake overhaul | annual, or per maker schedule |
| Battery renewal | typically every 2-4 years depending on battery type |
| Hook/interlock mechanism overhaul | annual, per davit maker instructions |
Typical wear limits
| Falls wire rope diameter loss | condemn per the wire rope maker's table, commonly in the region of 10% diameter reduction - confirm against SOLAS/maker limits |
| Release hook jaw wear | renew when wear exceeds the maker's stated limit, commonly a few percent of original section - confirm against the maker manual |
| Hook pin/bush clearance | renew when clearance exceeds the maker tolerance - confirm against the maker manual, no generic figure should be assumed |
Ranges are typical for this design class. Always confirm against the manufacturer documentation for your serial number.
Critical spares
- Fuel injector / injector nozzle set
- Starter battery
- Release hook and hydrostatic interlock overhaul kit
- Falls wire (davit wire rope)
- Raw water pump impeller
- Engine drive belt(s)
- Fuel lift pump
- Hatch/canopy seal gasket set
Safety
- Uncontrolled or premature release during launch drills - strict lockout/permit-to-work procedure required
- Crush/impact injury during freefall launch testing - maintain an exclusion zone below and forward of the skid
- Heat and fume build-up inside an enclosed boat during engine test runs
- Fuel handling and battery gassing hazards during maintenance
- Fall-from-height risk during davit and falls inspection
Class survey
Falls under SOLAS Ch. III / LSA Code. Annual thorough examination and 5-yearly operational load test of the on-load release gear (MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1) are typically required, alongside winch/davit checks; class expects dated maintenance and release-gear test records retained on board.
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Service & Maintenance
Engine test weekly (min. 5 min). Release hook maintenance annually by approved service (SOLAS MSC.402(96)). GRP hull inspection at docking. 5-year basic survey.
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- Certificate
- 3777612 HH
- Approved as
- Life-saving appliances
- Certificate holder
- Fassmer-Marland Ltd. (China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region)
- Valid until
- 2050-01-01