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FREEFALL LIFEBOAT
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
MODEL: JY-FN-6.80
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.Part II operation
2.1 Lifeboat prepared for operation
2.2 Lifeboat prepared for launching
2.3 Summary of emergency launching procedure
2.4 Lifeboat recovery
2.5 Equipment
I BRIEF INTRODUCTION
1.1 Specification
1. Applied Rules
1996 Amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of
Life at sea. 1974 as regulation III/4, 41, 44, 45, 46, 51, 52 and
revisions chapter 3 and forthcoming LSA code.
2. Type Approval
Model No.: JY-FN-6.80
Type:
3. Principal Particulars
1) Principal dimension
Length (main body)
6.80m
Breadth (mld.)
2.70m
Depth (mld.)
1.20m
27P
Certified height
~20m
2) Standard Weight
Boat weight
3737Kg
Persons weight
2025Kg
Total davit loadincl.27persons
5762Kg
3) Speed
Over 6 knots
4) Propulsion engine
Kind of engine
No. of set
Rated output
Starting system
Type
Diesel engine
One (1) set
20.6kW (28PS)
Electric
380-3
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1 set
1 set
1 set
Steel Plate
Capacity
180 Liters
7) Duct-rudder
Material
F.R.P
No. of set
1 set
Material of stock
Steel Plate
8) Release Hook
Type
JX-2
4T
4. Main Material
Hull and Enclosure: FRP (fiber glass reinforced plastics)
Buoyancy: Polyurethane foam
5. Fitting and Equipment
Release hooks( Hydraulic release)
1 set
1set
1pc
1pc
2pcs
2pcs
1pc
Equipment
1 set
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6. Coloring
Hull outside: Gelcoat resin with orange color
Hull inside: Painted in light gray color
7. Identification
1) Identification plate
Following shall be described on the identification plate:
Lifeboat model, inspection mark, principal dimension, number of
persons approved to carry, fully loaded weight, date of completion,
the name of the manufacturer and address, serial number.
2) The ships name and port of registry shall be marked on both sides
of bow outside.
8. Structure
This craft consists of 4 parts: main hull, inner hull, canopy, inner shell
of canopy. All components shall be made from fire-retardant glass
fiber reinforced plastic. Double-shelled construction is filled with
polyurethane foamed plastics to provide buoyancy storage.
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9. Arrangement condition
9.1 The boat owns stability and self-fight stability when slant from 0
to 180.
9.2 The pilot poop of the boat is at stern of view window around:
Search light, radar reflector and flashing light are fixed outside of the
pilot poop. An out-opening door of 1300600, is fixed at aft end of
canopy. One hatch (clear opening:600600) is fixed at bow. Each seat
have a seat of safety belt of 3 fixed ends, single hole type, which
supply well protection when the craft is free fall launched or collided.
9.3 The engine is arranged at stern and wheel seat is above it. console
plate, steering wheel, diesel engine operation controller, control handle
QUANTITY
2pcs
1pc
2pcs
1pc
1 set
1 set
2pcs
2pcs
81L
1pc
1pc
27pcs
4pcs
6pcs
2pcs
1pc
1pc
1pc
1pc
20 First-aid outfit
21
Anti-seasickness medicine
22
Seasickness bag
23
Jack knife
24
Tin opener
25
Buoyant rescue quoit
26
Manual pump
27
Fishing tackle
28
Engine tool and spare part
29
fire extinguisher
30
Search light
31
Radar reflector
32
Thermal protective aid
33
Container for rain water
34 Position light
1pc
1 set
162pcs
27pcs
1pc
3pcs
2pcs
1 set
1 set
1 set
1pc
1 set
1pc
3pcs
1pc
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1.2.2 Fitting Table
1. Emergency steering handle 1 pc (fitted on hull)
2. Ladder
1 set (fitted on hull)
3. Lifting wires
4 pc (fitted on hull)
4. Hammer
1 pc (fitted on hull)
5. Plug
1 pc ( with 15m cable)
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Part II Operation
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10.Whilst the engine is running, a check should be made to ensure that
the oil pressure, water temperature and alternator charging lights
remain off. Also check fuel, cooling and lubricating oil systems for
leakage.
11.On completing of running trials:
(a) Having stopped the engine, return the stop control to the run
position.
(b) Top up fuel tank, check coolant and lubricating oil levels.
(c) Check that battery is fully charged.
(d) Drain water using the bilge pump.
12. Ensure that the shackles on the slings are correctly secured into the
lifting foundations. Attach the slings to the davit fall wires. Lift boat
and stow in davit in accordance with the davit Instruction/Maintenance
manual. These instructions should be rigidly adhered to.
13. Install craft onto ramp and engage the main securing link into the
aft deck release hook. This is done by operating the hook using the
hydraulic hook release device. When the hook is closed, turn the
switch of manual-operated pump clockwise until it can not move.
14. Ensure the gunwale boat chock engage correctly on the davit.
15. Carry out boat installation and davit tests as required by the
appropriate authority surveyor.
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16. Upon completion of testing, the lifeboat should be cleared of all
non-essential equipment and finally stowed in the davit as detailed in
the davit Instruction/Maintenance manual.
17. Open ventilator, close all doors and hatches, leaving boat ready for
emergency use.
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2.4Lifeboat recovery
The maximum number of 4 persons is permitted in the lifeboat during
recovery.
1) Ensure that the shackles on the davit falls are secured into the
lifting foundation.
2) Fit the slings of the davit falls onto the hooks.
3) Helmsman gives order to winch operator to hoist the boat.
4) When the boat is clear of the waves, the engine can be stopped and
use the bilge pump to drain water and dry.
5) Stow the boat according to the Instruction/Maintenance manual for
boat davit.
6) Once boat is in position the linkages between the davit and the boat
is fitted into the hook.
7) Before leaving the boat.
a. Ensure that the stop controller of the engine is on the neutral
position.
b. Top up fuel tank, check coolant and lubricating oil levels.
c. Check that battery is fully charged and the recharging plug
between the boat and the ship is connected. Ensure that the
charger is working.
d. Check that the boat is tidy and all the safety belts is stowed
properly.
8) Close all the door and hatches except ventilator, leaving the boat
ready for emergency use.
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2.5 Equipment
The method of use of many of the items of loose equipment is either
self-evident of specific instructions are provided with the items e.g.
fire extinguishers, pyrotechnics, etc. However, guidance upon the use
of the remaining items is as follows:
Sea Anchor & Hawser
Purpose
The purpose of a lifeboat sea anchor is twofold i.e. it is to hold the
boat in a position where it is heading into the wind and sea, and to
reduce wind induced drift.
By keeping the boat head to wind and sea the boat will be on the most
comfortable heading.
In the case of an abandonment, a reduction in drift will make the task
of the search and rescue operation easier as a result of the boat
remaining as close as possible to the abandon ship position.
Construction
The sea anchor in a totally enclosed lifeboat will usually be made of &
synthetic material which is porous and slightly stiff. It will be conical
or pyramidal in shape with a small opening at the apex.
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Preparation before maintenance
The lifeboat should be fastened by the connection of the aft eye plate
of the lifeboat and the bitt of boarding platform with shackles and steel
wire with a breaking load not less than 20 ton.
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Engine General
As to maintenance for engine, please refer to User Manual.
Hook release device
Please refer to JX-2 system
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Keel cooling system of engine
This system is a fresh water closed circuit cooling system. No work
of drain water or disassembling is needed unless major overhauls to
the engine and/or its components are required.
The approximate capacity of fresh water system is
If anti-froze is used, it is preferable to use a mixture of 50% anti-freeze
and 50% fresh water. This will give protection against freeze down to
36 degree . A proprietor made of ethylene glycol solution with
corrosion inhibitor is essential.
The cooling water is anti-freeze and its gravity is 1.08.
The oil tank should be topped up with oil lever 15mm below its head.
All pipe connection, especially flexible rubber joints should be
periodically checked for leakage and/or deterioration.
The pipe for overflowing water on water tank should run through cabin
bottom.
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Maintenance
Maintenance for lifeboat is as following
Code Description
Wk
1
General
1.1
Check sea fixing at sides of the craft to ensure X
that the craft is securely held in position
1.2
Check condition of all equipment
X
1.3
Check condition of internal and external G.R.P
1.4
Check condition of internal G.R.P units
X
1.5
Check internally and clean area of cabin
1.6
Check condition of gunwale protector and ramp
for damage
X
1.7
Check condition of lifelines and handrails
1.8
Inspect safety harnesses and seat cushions for
damage
1.9
Check locker and contents
1.10 Check oil tank, water tank and pope system for
X
leakage
1.11 Check door and hatch for seal
X
1.12 Check engine controls for free operation
X
1.13 Check steering gear for free operation
1.14 Check condition of propeller0
Mth Yr
X
X
X
X
X
X
When reqd
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Code
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12
4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Description
Wk Mth Yr
Hook release gear
X
Check flexible cable is free to operate
X
Check flexible cable for damage
Lubricate the moving components on the control
box
Lubricate the moving components on the hook
Engine
X
Check fuel tank level
Check starting system. Refer to operators manual
X
Check engine and gearbox lubricating oil levels
X
Check engine coolant level
Check fuel, lubricating oil and coolant system for
X
leaks
Check tension of engine V belt
Start and run engine in accordance with the
instruction labels on the helmsmans console (see
X
also engine manual)
Check that oil pressure, water temperature and
electric charging
Run engine for approx. Five minutes and shut
down. Return stop control to run position
RUN ENGINE IN NEUTRAL OR ELSE
DAMAGE COULD BE DONE TO STERN
GLAND
X
Replace engine and gearbox lubricating oils
X
Check lagging on exhaust pipe is undamaged
X
Check cooling water pipes and keel cooler
Electrical Installation
X
Check lifeboat battery charger.
Ensure that batteries are fully charged If not,
X
determine if they are charging
Clean battery poles and coat with grease
X
Ensure internal and external light operate
X
Ensure searchlight is operational
When reqd
X
X
X
X
X
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Stern Tube
Check periodically to ensure that:
a) there is no excess of water coming into the boat
b) there is no corrosion
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Batteries
Note: The batteries are of a maintenance free type provided that the
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Loose Equipment
1. Check all wooden equipment for rot, shakes, splits, etc. Replace if
necessary
2. Check all rope cordage, etc. For damage, fraying or rot. Replace if
necessary.
3. Check all galvanized steel equipment for rust, paint or coat with
grease if necessary.
4. Coat all equipments liable to rust with grease if necessary.
5. Check electric torch operates satisfactorily. If in doubt, dismantle
and clean battery and contracts. Replace battery or bulb if
necessary.
6. Check fresh water and food rations, etc. For rot, deterioration,
expiration. Replace if necessary.
All items of loose equipment with a limited life e.g. pyrotechnics,
should be replaced at the intervals.
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FAULT FINDING
For fault finding upon the engine, engine starting system and the hook
release gear, refer to the relevant manuals.
Bilge Pump System
Fault
Possible Cause
No water passing Pump blocked
through
pump
overboard discharge Suction line blocked or split
Pump valve damaged
Pump valve damaged
Remedy
Remove pump cover
and clear diaphragm
Clear suction line or
replace
Replace
Replace
Possible cause
Remedy
Cannot change
gear
Cannot increase
revolutions
Cannot
stop
engine
Linkage detached
Inner cable broken
Linkage detached
Inner cable broken
Linkage detached
Inner cable broken
Steering System
Fault
Helm difficult to move
Secure linkage
Replace
Secure linkage
Replace
Secure linkage
Replace
Possible cause
Remedy
Rudder gland piece over Re-adjust
tightened
Lack of lubricant
Add lubrication
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