Rescue Boat Manual

Operator’s Handbook for
Fassmer Rescueboat
Type RR 4.2
GB
40.0420-019.01.01.0
Fr. Fassmer GmbH & Co. KG

Industriestr. 2
D - 27804 Berne / Germany
Phone: +49 (0)4406 942-0 Fax: +49 (0)4406 942-100
Email: info@fassmer.de
Internet: www.fassmer.de
Art. no. 135897
Fassmer rescue boats Type RR 4.2
Contents Page
1. Introduction .............................................................................................. 4
2. Brief construction description ................................................................... 5
3. Operation of Boat...................................................................................... 7
3.1 Lowering of the rescue boat ................................................................ 7
3.2 Other operating situations .................................................................. 16
3.2.1 Lowering from a vessel moving ahead .........................................16
3.2.2 Lowering into seaway ...................................................................16
3.2.3 Towing ..........................................................................................16
3.2.4 Righting of capsized boat .............................................................17
3.2.5 Rescue of floating persons ...........................................................17
4. Recovery ..................................................................................................18
5. Operation of Equipment ...........................................................................21
5.1 Engine plant ........................................................................................21
5.1.1 Outboard engine ............................................................................21
5.1.2 Discription of the engine plant ......................................................23
5.2 Electric plant .......................................................................................24
5.3 Rudder plant .......................................................................................25
5.4 Bailing .................................................................................................25
5.5 Lights ..................................................................................................26
5.6 Fuel .....................................................................................................26
5.7 Rowing ................................................................................................26
6. Outfit and loose equipment ......................................................................27
Document 40.0420-019.01.01.0 Art. No. 135897 2 Mod. 0 Lange/WZ 03.11.2006

7. Boat support .............................................................................................28
8. Hoisting equipment ..................................................................................29
9. Periodic servicing and inspection by crew ...............................................30
9.1 WEEKLY and after every recovery of the boat into the davit .............31
9.2 MONTHLY ..........................................................................................32
9.3 3-MONTHLY .......................................................................................33
10. Servicing, inspection, overhaul and testing by Fassmer-certified

service engineer .......................................................................................35
10.1 ANNUAL THOROUGH EXAMINATION ...........................................35
10.2 EVERY 2 YEARS ..............................................................................38
10.3 EVERY 5 YEARS ..............................................................................39
10.4 EVERY 10 YEARS ............................................................................41
11. Maintenance ..........................................................................................43
11.1 GRP-maintenance and repair ...........................................................43
11.2 Engine plant maintenance ................................................................46
11.3 Electric plant maintenance ................................................................47
12. First installation ......................................................................................48
12.1 Suspension Eyes ..............................................................................49

1. Introduction
A rescue boat is carried for the protection of every person on board. It can,
however, only fulfil its task, if everyone on board is acquainted with the
whole rescue boat, its functions and operation.
Only ongoing practice brings reliability to the rescue boat and prevents
handling errors in a case of danger.
Equally important is the sound technical condition of the boat, which is
obtained though regular maintenance.
This instruction manual cannot, of course, be complete, nor can it
unequivocally cover all procedures or situations of danger that could arise
during the operation the boats.
Each user of the boat should familiarise himself with the boat before use and
before a situation of danger could arise.
This manual should help you accomplish this.
In the case of further questions, please forward your request to:
Fr. Fassmer GmbH & Co. KG

Industriestr. 2
Phone: +49 (0)4406 942-0
Fax: +49 (0)4406 942-100
Email: info@fassmer.de
www.fassmer.de
Quote your order number and build year, stamped on the Fassmer-rescue
boat plate and found behind the steering tower, or shipyard and build year of
the mother ship.
Additional detail manuals concerning engine, release system,

spare part lists, drawings, certificates etc. can be found in the
Remark “Rescue boat Documentation” delivered with each boat, and
found on the mother ship.
This manual was established with consideration of:

- SOLAS 74, Chapter III, Edition 2004
- Resolution MSC.152(78)
- IMO MSC CIRC. 1206-MEASURES TO PREVENT ^
ACCIDENTS WITH RESCUE BOATS-(Consolidated Circ.
from 1093 etc)
Note - MSC1-Circ. 1205-Guideline for Rescue boat System
manuals.
- GL-“Checklist for maintenance and inspection of safety
equipment” (2005)
- Lloyd’s Register “GUIDANCE NOTES FOR THE
PREPERATION OF A RESCUE BOAT´S OPERATION
INSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE MANUALS”.

2. Brief construction description:

The boat is built as v-shaped hull with transom stern. The raised foredeck
clears the sea well and gives large reserve buoyancy to the bow.
The v-shaped hull together with the sharp foreship and wide waterline
combines good behaviour in heavy sea also at high speeds with excellent
stability characteristics.
The complete hull of the boat is produced using a self-extinguishing polyester
resin, glass rowing tissues and chopped strand mats.
All scantlings meet the requirements of “Germanischer Lloyd” or respective
certifying authority.
The boat has a complete inner skin built of glass-fibre reinforced polyester
(GRP). The inner skin is led up to the gunwale, where it is glued and screwed
together in a flange like fashion. The gap between inner and outer shells is
filled with CFC-R11 free polyurethane foam keeping the boat buoyant even
when damaged.
The aft seat bench is used as stowage room for fuel, inventory, provisions etc.
The boats interior / cockpit is self-bailing.
Boats with engine tiller operation:
Typical for outboard engines from 15 HP to 30 HP with manual starting facility.
These boats are equipped with a hand start outboard engine and tiller steering.
They are sufficient for towing 25 person liferafts.
Speed with 2 persons app. 13 to 18 knots and with 6 persons more than 6
knots. A one point wire suspension is fitted as hoisting arrangement, requiring
a release hook at the davit. No Fassmer release hook belongs to the boats
equipment.
Boats with remote controlled engine operation:
Typical for outboard engines from 40 HP to 60 HP with electric starting facility.
These boats are equipped with an electric starting outboard engine and remote
steering from a console in front of the helmsman.
These boats are sufficient for towing a 50 person liferaft.
Speed with 2 persons app. 20 to 25 knots and with 6 persons 18 to 21 knots.
A one point wire suspension is fitted as hoisting arrangement, requiring a
release hook at the davit. No Fassmer release hook belongs to the boats
equipment.
Boats with inboard diesel engine:
An inboard diesel engine with shafting and propeller is installed; steering is
done by a manual tiller.
The diesel engine has an electric starter with twin battery.
These boats are sufficient for towing a 50 person liferaft .
Speed with 2 persons app. 8 knots and with 6 persons more than 6 knots.
A one point wire suspension is fitted as hoisting arrangement, requiring a
release hook at the davit. No Fassmer release hook belongs to the boats
equipment.
Optional equipment:
A fixed installed Fassmer Duplex release hook with hydrostatic interlock
instead of the wire suspension.
For overall drawings refer to next page

Overall drawing: (RR 4.2)
Fig. 1
Overall drawing: (RR 4.2)
Fig. 2

3. Operation of Boat
Safety Note:
For drills follow the recommendations of IMO-MSC1.Circ
1206-MEASURES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS WITH
RESCUE BOATS, for example:
! Elements of the drill that may involve unnecessary risks
need special attention or may be excluded from the drill.
! The lowering of a boat with its full complement of persons
is an example of an element of a drill that may, depending
on the circumstances, involve an unnecessary risk. Such
drills should only be carried out if special precautions are
observed.
! Before placing persons onboard a rescue boat, it is
recommended that the boat first be lowered and recovered
without persons onboard to ascertain that the arrangement
functions correctly. The boat should then be lowered into
the water with only the number of persons onboard
necessary to operate the boat.
! To prevent lashings or gripes from getting entangled,
proper release should be checked before swinging out the
davit.
3.1 Lowering of the rescue boat

The following description contains the general procedure for MOB operation.
Circumstances may be unique onboard different vessels or the concerning
situation may require different action. The description is formed as a checklist,
which shall be used when required. (Items marked *S should be simulated
when carrying out drills)
1. When the signal for MOB operation is given all crew members
determined for rescue operation, fitted with clothing covering the whole
body, solid shoes and carrying life jackets and survival suits or similar if
applicable go to the MOB station.
The designated persons should bring a SART (Search and Rescue Radar
Transponder, *S), portable VHF radio (having verified its operation) and
additional fuel, water, clothing, blankets plus any other additional
equipment (*S) to the MOB area.
The assigned crew members will then prepare the boat for launching:
2. Disconnect the charging cable, if fitted.

(see overall drawing Fig.1)
Charging plug

3. Ensuring release hook closure.

In most cases the release hook is part of the davit and has to be operated
according it’s own instructions. In such case refer to instruction of release
hook. (Such hooks are not a Fassmer hooks).
Only in the case a Fassmer release hook is installed:
! Check arrow “A” to be at the notch on the side plate.
! Check the position of the release bolt (1). The mark must be in line with
the green “OK” arrow.
! Check release handle (2) is secured with the safety pin (3).
! Check shackle bolt (4) is closed.
1 2
4
Fig. 3a Fig. 3b
Caution:
Do not open the boat lashings or lower the rescue boat before
checking the correct position of the release hooks, release bolts
and the release handle!
4. Switch the battery change-over control (1) to battery 1 or 2, if fitted.

1
1+2
2
(only for rescue boats with a electric starter)
OFF
Battery Battery
1 2
Battery change-over switch
WARNING: Use only Battery 1 or 2. Both together only in
emergency. Don´t switch off when engine is running.
Danger of generator damage!
1
Fig. 4
Rescue boats with an outboard engine from 15 HP to 30 HP

Remark have no electric system. Therefore these boats are not equipped
with a battery change-over control.

5. The outboard engine should be regularly maintained and be ready for

starting, i.e.:
! Ensure that fuel tank is full.
! Ensure fuel tank is connected to engine.
! Ensure that fuel valve is open, if fitted
! Open ventilation screw on fuel tank (only portable tanks).
! Batteries fully charged, if fitted.
! Emergency stop rope attached.
! Outboard engine hinged down
If possible, examine before lowering!
6. The following actions are carried out by the crew on ship’s deck:
! Check that the painter is tied off and secured
! Check that no maintenance “hanging off” pendants are attached
to the boat
! Ensure all additional equipment is given to the crewmen in the boat
! Ensure that fender skates are fitted on correct side and secured with
rope down under the boat.
! Prepare the davits, lashings etc. for lowering according to davit
instructions
! Check the launching area is cleared from obstructions. When clear,
contact the bridge and report “ready for boarding”.
! The bridge will give the order to board and launch the boat. The boat is
then released from its lashings, which are to be cleared away.
7. Board rescue boat and distribute persons in boat, that the suspended
boat is hanging horizontal.
8. Open boat lashings and secure them.
9. Lower the boat into water according to davit instructions.
Important:
Keep painter always tight during lowering and hoisting to prevent
turning of boat and minimise impacts against the ship’s side,
otherwise the boat, engine or persons might be damaged or hurt!
Don’t lean overboard! Keep arms inside! Stay seated and
use suitable handholds

10. Starting engine:

Manual started outboard engines (usually from 15 HP to 30 HP):
These boats are equipped with a hand started outboard engine with
tiller steering (Fig.5).
! Ensure fuel hose is connected to the outboard engine. The arrow of
the pump fuel ball must showing to the outboard engine.
! Loose ventilation screw at the fuel tank.
! Push pump fuel ball to get fuel into the carburettor.
! Ensure engine gear is in neutral position
! Pull out choke (only on cold conditions)
! Pull the starter rope
! Push in choke (if engine is starting)
Fig. 5
The engine doesn’t starts if the emergency rope is not fitted

Note
correctly and the locking device is not rested.

Electric started outboard engines (usually from 40 HP to 60 HP):

These boats are equipped with electric started outboard engines with
remote operation and steering from steering stand by bowden wires.
(Fig. 6)
! Ensure fuel hose is connected to the outboard engine. The arrow of
the pump fuel ball must showing to the outboard engine.
! Ensure engine gear is in neutral position.
! Turn Key to the “on” position. (1)
! Pull out choke (only on cold conditions). (2)
! Turn Key to the start position. (1)
! Push in choke (if engine is starting). (2)
Fig. 6
Electric started inboard diesel engine (Fig. 7) :

! Move the engine control lever to the neutral position. (1)
! Switch to run position. (2)
! Push the start button until engine runs (3)
3 2
Fig. 7
The engine doesn’t starts if the emergency rope is not fitted

Note
correctly and the locking device is not rested.

11. Release hooks:

In most cases the release hook is part of the davit and has to be
operated according it’s own instructions. In such case refer to
instruction of the release hook (which is not a Fassmer hook).
Only valid if boat is equipped with fixed release hook of
Fassmer Duplex type.
See instruction on the following pages
WARNING:
On-load release may result in death or serious injury due to
dropping the rescue boat in water from a height. The release
handle is to be handled by the coxswain only.
! Refer to the hook instructions.
When using the emergency release it is possible to set the
hooks free under load when hanging in the davits or whilst
lowering. Use the release handle only when you are sure
that the boat is waterborne or as close as possible.

Operation and releasing hook:

(Only valid if boat is equipped with fixed release hook of Fassmer Duplex type)
Caution – Potentially Fatal:

Operation by Coxswain only
! Faulty operation will drop the boat! Operation of release
system should only be carried out by the coxswain. Do not
enter, lower or hoist the boat before the correct positioning of
the hook, release bolt and release handle are checked.
Normal release:
2 10
! Turn the safety pin (1) and pull it out.
! If the red safety indication (10) has turned to green the boat is water-
borne and hydrostatic interlock (3) has unlocked the release handle (2).
red green
! Operate the release handle (2) swiftly. This unlocks the hooks, but they
1
will open only under load.
Caution:
3
Never operate the release handle with excessive force.
Damage to the release system could occur.
red
Emergency release: (detailed photos on next pages)
2 Caution:
This operation drops the rescue boat and may kill you or
5 cause serious injury!
! When using the emergency release it is possible to set the
hooks free under load when hanging in the davits or whilst
lowering. Use the release handle only when you are sure that
3 the boat is waterborne!(see note)
4
If the hydrostatic interlock (3) does not unlock the release handle (2) the
hooks can alternatively be unlocked for emergency use in the following way:
! Ensure that the boat is waterborne (see note).
! Remove safety glass (4) using the crowbar (11).
Note: The crowbar is a red stanchion attached with a chain close to the
release box (26).
! Open the shackle bolt (5).
! Operate the release handle (2) swiftly. This unlocks the hooks
simultaneously, and if they are under load they will drop the boat
suddenly!
If for any reason it is NOT possible to lower the boat into the
water, the helmsman might decide based on his expertise to
operate the release as close to the water as possible. This
should only be done as a last resort after checking all
Note: equipment and finding a mechanical problem or issue on with
the ship. Take into account that already drops from low
heights (up to 1 m) might cause injuries or death. Drops
from more than 3 m will already seriously damage the
rescue boat!

Details for emergency release:
Removal of the safety glass (4)

with crowbar (11)
Opening the shackle bolt (5)
Operate release handle (2)

12. Release Painter (Fig. 8):

! Pull the painter release wire (1) to release the painter fitting (2)
Painter release
Fig. 8
13. Sailing:
Engine Control Lever
N (Neutral)
! Sail away
F (Forward) R (Reverse)
Hold in red button when

setting speed control lever
to disengage propeller

3.2 Other operating situations:

3.2.1 Lowering from a vessel moving ahead:
All rescue boats are designed for lowering with the vessel making headway of
up to 5 knots or under the influence of a corresponding heavy current or wind.
In such cases the following is to be observed:
! Correct attachment and length of painter is very important in order to keep
the boat as upright as possible under davit.
! When the hook is released, and before painter is released run the engine
forward.
! If possible a member of the crew can use a boat hook to fend the bow
away from the ship.
3.2.2 Lowering into seaway:

It may be necessary to launch into rougher seas where the rise and fall of the
water level will cause severe motions and possibly damage the boat. Once
waterborne the boat will pitch and heave making immediate departure very
important. The following points can help in such a situation:
! Lower davit wire so far until it is slack in the wave through. This will prevent
the hook snatching and shock loading the boat and davit.
! As soon as the boat touches the water, put the engine slow ahead and the
rudder hard over to direct the bow towards the ship’s side, with the stern
out. When the hook is released the davit block will swing away from the
boat.
! If possible a crewman with boathook can assist with this process and the
helmsman can then power the engine full astern to get clear.
3.2.3 Towing:
Rescue boats are able to tow the largest liferaft of the ship with at least
max. 3kts. 2 knots. For boats with outboard engine:
! The towing line is attached at the two attachments points or clamps at
transom for equal distribution of towing force and straight run ahead.
! Hard chocks on towing line have to be avoided.
! If the boat itselfs get towed, use painter fitting to moor towing rope. The
max. towing speed for liferafts is 3 kts., for the boat max. 5 kts.
Danger:
! During towing pay attention that towing rope is kept free from
propulsion unit to prevent blocking and damage of propulsion.

3.2.4 Righting of capsized boat:

Without righting aid:
If the boat is capsized all persons swim to leeward side of the boat and stand
outside on the bottom of the boat. Pull the capsizing line tight and try to right up
the boat by moving their weights.
Danger:
Pay attention that persons in water will not hurt during uprighting
the boat. Persons staying inside the boat during capsizing have
to dive out below gunwale. If the person inside the boat is injured
or jammed, give assistance to get the person out of the boat, if
possible.
3.2.5 Rescue of floating persons:

! Attach rope ladder port or starboard side to clamp or lifelines.
! Pull helpless person with two persons amidship over the gunwale into
the boat (if possible horizontal, declutch the engine)
! An injured person can be placed on the floor. The person should be
supported by crew members. (Use thermal protective aid from loose
equipment if applicable).

4. Recovery
Preparation for Recovery: Reset of Release Hooks:
(This is only valid if boat is equipped with fixed release hook of Fassmer Duplex type)
If another hook is in place (attached to the davit) those hook instructions have to be observed.
Warning:
green
! Ensure that the hooks are closed before recovering the boat!
Incomplete resetting of the release hooks can cause the
2 1 rescue boat to drop and death to occupants!
5 In case of problems refer to our trouble shooting section (chapter 7 of the
hook manual) or call for service.
Caution:
Never operate release handle with excessive force!
The Handle is blocked by an internal safety device (21) if the
7 hook is not in the recovery position
6
Hook up to 6.6t:
A
! Check if hook (6) is closed: arrow “A” to be at the notch on the side plate.
8
! Return the release handle (2) to the closed position.
! Check the position of the release bolt (9). The mark must be in line with
the green “OK” arrow.
! Secure release handle (2) with the safety pin (1).
9 ! The shackle bolt (5) must be closed
Warning:
green
If the hook position “A”, or the release bolts (9) are not
correctly aligned, or if the hooks or release handles (2) can not
easily be moved DO NOT USE THE HOOKS for hoisting
Attention:
Retrieval of rescueboats under seaway is extremely difficult.
Therefore, this is only recommended for action in harbours or
in very sheltered waters with the ship making no headway.
Max. 6 persons in this boat during hoisting.

Recovery of the boat:
! Drive the boat under the davit.

! Take the painter and connect it to it’s fitting.
Caution:
Take care that loose end of the painter can not get into the
propulsion. It is recommend the end of the painter to fit with a
floater to find and pick up the painter easier.
For rescue boats without fixed installed Fassmer release hook:

! Catch the release hook of the davit and connect it to the suspension ring
of the boats hoisting wire.
For further details refer to the release hook manual / instructions.
For rescue boats with fixed installed Fassmer release hook:
! Catch the suspension link and push it into the fixed installed release
hook entangled.
Valid for both types:
! Give an order to the winch controller to raise the boat just clear of the
water.
! Check, once more, the secure condition of release system.
! If necessary correct weight distribution in boat for horizontal hanging.
! Hoist boat up to deck level
! Stop engine
Important:
Keep painter always tight during lowering and hoisting to
prevent turning of boat and minimise impacts against the
ship’s side, otherwise boat, engine or persons might be
damaged or hurt!
Don’t lean overboard! Keep arms inside! Stay seated and
use suitable handholds

! Secure the boat

! Disembark the boat
! Return the boat to it’s stowed position and lash it according to the davit
instructions.
! Re-stow all loose equipment.
! Remove all items that are not part of the boat equipment (portable VHF,
SART etc.).
! Reconnect charging cable if fitted.
Charging plug
! Outboard engine to be flushed with fresh water and serviced according

to engine instruction.
Tip: DON’T stop engine by STOP SWITCH after running. Remove fuel
hose and wait until engine stops by itself. This removes remaining fuel
from the engine and facilitates a later re-start. Re-connect fuel hose
again after this.
! Refill fuel and other consumed items.
! Any problems or damage experienced during the test should be settled
immediately.
! Switch off battery switch when leaving the boat, if fitted.

5. Operation of Equipment:
5.1 Engine plant
5.1.1 Outboard engine
For rescue boats from 15 HP to 30 HP:
These boats are equipped with hand start outboard
engine with tiller steering (Fig. 9).
Engine starting:
! Ensure fuel hose is connected to the outboard
engine. The arrow of the pump fuel ball must
showing to the outboard engine.
! Pull out choke (only on cold conditions)
! Pull the starter rope.
Fig. 9
! Push in choke (if engine is starting)
Engine stopping:
! Slow engine down to idle.
! Push stop button until engine stops
For rescue boats from 40 HP to 60 HP:

These boats are equipped with hand start outboard
engine with tiller steering and electric starter (Fig. 10)
Engine starting:
! Ensure fuel hose is connected to the outboard
engine. The arrow of the pump fuel ball must
showing to the outboard engine.
! Ensure engine gear is in neutral position.
! Turn Key to the “on” position.
Fig. 10
! Pull out choke (only on cold conditions).
! Turn Key to the start position.
! Push in choke (if engine is starting).
Engine stopping:
! Move engine gear to the neutral position.
! Turn Key to “OFF” position.
Important:
! After outboard engine has stopped, tight the ventilation
screw at the fuel tank
! Disconnect fuel hose from engine

For rescue boats with inboard diesel engine:

5 7 2
These boats are equipped with a inboard diesel engine
with steering stand. (Fig. 11)
Engine starting:
! Move the engine control lever to the neutral
position. (1)
! Switch to run position. (2)
! Push the start button until engine runs (3)
Engine stopping:
! Depress the stop button until the engine stops. (4)
! Switch to off position (2)
4 3 1
6
Fig. 11
During sailing the boat the following alarm lights and sound
might occur, indicating engine problems:
! Oil pressure (5)
Remark:
! Cooling water temperature (6)
! Alternator (7)
In case of occurrence refer to engine manual
For tests or maintenance the engine can idle for about 5 minutes with the
boat out of the water.
Caution:
NEVER turn the main battery switch OFF whilst the engine is
running. This can destroy the alternator, if battery is fitted

5.1.2 Discription of the engine plant

Most rescue boats are equipped with outboard engines from various brands.
In this case please refer to the delivered outboard engine manual.
Warning:
Quick shifting from full ahead to full astern may damage
transmission, circuits or engine. To avoid this, let the engine
idle for about 5 seconds before shifting.
Rescue boats with inboard diesel:

A water-cooled diesel engine with reverse gear and propeller shafting is
mounted. The keel - pipe cooling is situated in engine room area outside
along the keel. It is filled with anti- freeze fluid for at least -35°C. The engine
is flexible mounted on rubber bearings. The s/s shaft runs in a water
lubricated rubber bearing. The exhaust gas system is a dry system without
water injection. The exhaust is let through a silencer to outside.
Warning:
Exhaust temperatures can exceed 500°C. Do not touch any
components of the hot exhaust system.
Caution:
Wet insulation will cause terrible fumes whilst the engine is
running
Engine plant with inboard diesel (Fig. 12):

(For maintenance refer to Chapter 11.2. Engine plant maintenance)
Fig. 12

5.2 Electric plant

Rescue boats with hand started outboard engine:
These rescue boats have no electric plant installed. They have a battery
powered all-round light, a search light with own battery and the compass is
illuminated by cyalume light sticks.
Rescue boats with electric started outboard engine (Fig. 13a and 13b):
These boats are equipped with one starter battery (1) which is located either in
front or inside the steering stand to start the outboard engine. This battery
feeds also the electric consumers. If the electric start fails, the outboard engine
can be started manually.
The electric system is a 12 V DC.
For the wiring scheme refer to “Rescue boat documentation”.
Fig. 13a Fig. 13b
Rescue boat RR 4.2 with inboard diesel:

These boats are equipped with two batteries, which are placed at both sides of
the engine (Fig. 14). Therefore a battery change-over control is fitted. The
battery change-over control is attached at the steering stand (Fig. 15).
The system will be activated with the battery switch (1): switch EITHER to
“BATT. 1” OR “BATT. 2” to keep the second battery as spare.
Position “BOTH” switches both batteries together for combined power: use
ONLY if one battery alone is not strong enough to start the engine.
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
For maintenance of batteries refer to chapter 11.3. Electric plant maintenance

5.3 Rudder plant

Most rescue boats are fitted with outboard engines and tiller steering. These
boats have no rudder plant (Fig. 16).
As well the rescue boats with inboard diesel engine are operated by a tiller.
Those rescue boats with more powerful outboard engines do have a remote
steering from the steering stand. (Fig. 17)
Fig. 16 Fig. 17
5.4 Bailing
Fassmer Rescue boats are self bailing. The water inside the boat will drain
automatically to outside through fixed installed bailers (1). If water should not
drain out, check if the bailer is blocked, closed or obstructed.
Water in other areas can be removed with a bailer. A bailing pump is not
necessary.
Fig. 18
To drain the air case of the hull a drain plug is mounted outside the boat at
the transom.
AIR CASE DRAINING

5.5 Lights
An all-round light (1) is attached on the top of the mast (Fig. 19). The mast is
secured at the inner side of the hull and will be fitted into the aft support and
secured with a safety pin (2), if necessary.
Boats with steering stand (Fig. 20): A searchlight is attached on the front
side of the steering stand (3).
Fig. 19 Fig. 20
Boats without steering stand: A searchlight together with a 12V gel-type
RESCUE BOAT SEARCHLIGHT SET WITH BATTERY (Fassmer-Art. no.: 109682)
Replace battery every 2 years Battery Date Signature

OFF
ON Dellivered fully charged
or after each use against 2)
battery can be found in the inventory box.

Replaced / Charged
SAME type (Fassmer-Art. no.: 109779)
1)
Alternatively: charge battery
every year or after each use, replace
after 5 years. Note charging / replacement
in table (right).
1) With ship side battery charger
during port stay
Searchlight EC/MED - approved; 12V/30W,

Fassmer-Art. no.: 912001
Spare bulb, Fassmer-Art. no.: 108067
Fuse 10A (6,3x32mm), Fassmer-Art. no.: 576423

In line fuse holder (6,3x32mm), Fassmer-Art. no.: 109778 2) Cross-out as applicable
Fr. Fassmer GmbH & Co. KG, Industriestraße 2
Fassmer-Sign 150 D - 27804 Berne / Germany
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5.6 Fuel
Fuel tanks with app. 24 litres capacity are stored and lashed in the inventory
box (1). The fuel tank capacity of 24 litres is sufficient for more than 4 hours
at 6 knots.
Fig. 21
5.7 Rowing
In case the outboard engine fails, the rescue boat can be moved with
paddles. They are fitted and secured inside at the inner side of the boat (1).
1
Fig. 22

6. Outfit and loose equipment

Loose equipment and provisions are stowed in the inventory case.
Boat hooks and paddles or oar are secured inside at the inner side of
the rescue boat.
A rope ladder is also provided as part of the loose equipment. For

boarding from the water hang it onto the clamp at the transom or at the
lifeline at the boat side.
ROPE LADDER
ROPE LADDER
FITTING OF
RADAR REFLECTOR The radar reflector is found in the inventory case. After assembly, attach
(Stored in inventory box)
it to boat hook or mast (depending on type) and fit it to the pipe fitting aft.
Secure the radar reflector with rope to a clamp (please refer also to the
Rope ladder is to knot at
railing and hoisting hook
rope eye
picture in chapter 5.5 Lights).
Put boat hook into railing

or special support
Knicklicht
A Compass is fixed installed on the gunwale beside helmsman.
cyalume light
Kompass Rescueboat without electric plant: For compass lightning use a
cyalume light stick which can be found in the inventory box. Bend, shake
Clip
and put it into the clip which is installed behind the compass. The compass
will be illuminated with green light for abt. 12 h.
Caution:
When stowed on steel ships a magnetic compass is
permanently influenced by the ship’s magnetic field and
therefore, does not display correctly! Even after leaving the
ship this influence can affect the compass for several weeks,
or it may even have caused permanent damage. A faulty
compass can, therefore, not be accepted as a guarantee.
Fender cushions: These are fitted facing to shipside only to protect boat
and crew against impacts to the ship side during launching. These fenders
are arranged above water line and need therefore NOT to be removed
when operating the boat in emergency. They also might be a valuable
protection during disembarkation to a rescue vessel.

7. Boat support
The standard boat support (Fig. 23) consists of 2 supports with centre pillar
for keel support so that outboard engine can be hinged down. On shipside
there is an adjustable bearing arm which will be adapted to boat shape. Fix
the adjustment by welding 2nd stanchion to deck (refer to boat support
drawing).
On launching side a moveable bearing arm with attached lashing belt is
fitted. The belt has to run over the boat and will be tightened with a s/s
ratchet buckle on inside.
For launching release the belt and the moveable outside arm falls down to
allow swing out and launching of the boat without lifting before
Danger:
! Ensure that boat is connected tight with davit before releasing
lashing, otherwise boat might drop down from boat support.
Fig. 23

8. Hoisting Equipment
Most rescue boats are equipped with a one-point suspension wire system. This
suspension wire system is tested and certified.
Therefore no modifications are allowed! (Fig. 24 )
Fig. 24
On special request a release hook type “Duplex” might be fitted on the boat
(Fig. 25)
Fig. 25
For other release hook systems refer to separate hook manuals.

9. Periodic servicing and inspection by crew

General safety precautions:
! Inform Officer in duty when starting and finishing work on the rescue boat.
! Ensure that the boat is safely secured to the davit, and that there is safe access to boat.
! Never smoke inside a rescue boat.
! Do not touch any part of the release gear before special safety precautions have been taken
(i.e. A “hanging-off-pendant” fitted).
! Do not the run engine for more than 5 minutes
Caution:
! When CLEANING the boat, especially plastic, retro- reflective tape and covered
aluminium DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR SOLVENT BASED CLEANERS!
! When flushing the boat with water hose:
" NEVER use water hose inside of boat - parts or electric system might be damaged.
" Water hose pressure might damage retro-reflective tape outside.
Maintenance and inspection is not restricted to the above mentioned items. Items and
procedures not listed need to be inspected and maintained according to good seamanship, so
Note:
long as they are not part of the service, which shall only be carried out by Fassmer-
certified service engineers (see Chapter 8 ).
Service Qualification level according to SOLAS III Reg. 20.11.2.2 and IMO MSC CIRC. 1206:
Weekly and monthly inspections and routine maintenance …
… may be done by the crewmembers under direct supervision of a senior ship’s officer, in accordance
with these instructions.
In case of annual service by Fassmer-certified rescue boat service engineers, the weekly and monthly
inspections and routine maintenance part of the service shall be executed by the crew for training and
instruction, supervised by the service engineer.
All other inspections, servicing and repair …

… should be conducted by Fassmer’s representative or a person appropriately trained and certified by
Fassmer for the work to be done.
Reports and records

The following checklists should be correctly filled out and signed by the person who carries out the
inspection and maintenance work and should also be signed by the company's representative.
Mark checklist as following:
" ok # not ok: if item was checked / done and found to be in order
# ok # not ok: if item was NOT checked / done
if item was checked / done and found NOT to be in order, fault was NOT settled: in
# ok " not ok:
such case note the fault in the checklist.
if item was checked / done and found NOT to be in order, fault was SETTLED: in
" ok " not ok:
such case note the fault and kind of settlement in the checklist.
Records of inspections, servicing, repairs and maintenance should be updated and filed onboard the ship.
When repairs, thorough servicing and annual servicing are completed, a statement confirming that the
rescue boat is fit for purpose should be issued by Fassmer's representative.

9.1 WEEKLY and after every recovery of the boat into the davits:
The following inspections and maintenance procedures (when required)have to be
executed during the WEEKLY INSPECTIONS of the life saving appliances acc. to
SOLAS, Chapter III, reg. 20.6.1!
Notes:
Rescue boat visual inspection
$ ok not ok
(SOLAS-requirement)
Start engine and idle it for about 5 min.
Engage propeller ahead and astern, check
$ engine circuits (SOLAS-requirement). ok not ok
For outboard engine refer to instruction
manual and use flushing arrangement.
Check proper attachment of handrails and
$ ok not ok
grips.
Check working order of the steering system,
$ ok not ok
look for damages.
Date Service engineer name (printed + signature) Boat no. Signature of company´s representative
Ship´s name:

9.2 MONTHLY:
The following inspections and maintenance procedures (when required) should be
carried out during the MONTHLY INSPECTIONS acc. to SOLAS, Chapter III, reg. 20.7
(in addition to above weekly inspections)
Notes:
Rescue boat MOB drill (at least boat
$ lowered and engine started) (SOLAS ok not ok
III/19.3.3-requirement)
Loose equipment complete and in good
$ ok not ok
condition (SOLAS III/20.7-requirement)
$ Check fuel level and top up if necessary. ok not ok
Ship´s name:

9.3 3-MONTHLY (Items marked with „#“ also after every operation of the boat in the water)
The following checks and maintenance procedures (when required) should be carried out
EVERY 3 MONTHS during launching and sailing the rescue boats acc. to SOLAS,
Chapter III, reg. 19.3.3.3. (in addition to above weekly and monthly inspections)
Notes:
EACH Rescue boat lowering and trial trip
$ (SOLAS Chapter III, reg. 19.3.3.3- ok not ok
requirement)
Check pressure of fire extinguisher (if
$ ok not ok
gauge is fitted).
Check expiry date of fire extinguisher.
$ IF EXPIRED: arrange service and fitting of a ok not ok
new label by an authorised workshop!
Check expiry date of First aid kit.
$ IF EXPIRED: Replace or arrange inspection ok not ok
by authorised institution!
Open air case drain valves at hull. Close
$ ok not ok
after draining.
$ Check compass fitting and function ok not ok
$ Examine life lines and fittings ok not ok
Check retro reflective material, replace if
$ ok not ok
damaged.
Check all fittings, equipment etc. Clean,
$ ok not ok
grease or oil as applicable.
Clean the boat inside and outside with mild
soap and fresh water. A wax and polish is
$# ok not ok
recommended for the outside surfaces at
least once a year.
Check fenders and their lashings (must be
$# ok not ok
safe and tight).
Check all screws and nuts are tight. Screws
$ can loosen with operation, vibration or ok not ok
simply from “setting” under load.
Check cooling water level.
$ ok not ok
(only Inboard Diesel)

$ Check propeller and mounting. ok not ok

$ Drain water from fuel tank. ok not ok
$ Check fuel lines for leakages. ok not ok
$ Check lights and searchlight. ok not ok
$ Check batteries are charged, if fitted ok not ok
Check battery charging fuse (if fitted) is not
$ ok not ok
broken.
$ Inspect batteries, if fitted ( see chapter X.X ) ok not ok
Test the battery switch, if fitted. CAUTION:
$ DO NOT SWITCH OFF WITH THE ok not ok
ENGINE RUNNING! (Only Inboard Diesel)
Clean and apply Vaseline® to the battery
$ charging socket (if fitted) and all free ok not ok
electrical connections.
Inspect battery charger/solar generator (#
$ ok not ok
to be cleaned!).
Check expiry date of torch batteries.
$ IF EXPIRED (or annually if no date is fitted): ok not ok
Replace!
Ship´s name:

10. Servicing, inspection, overhaul and testing by Fassmer-certified

service engineer
10.1 ANNUAL THOROUGH EXAMINATION:
All work in this section is only allowed to be carried out by service engineers with
a valid Fassmer-“Certificate of Competence” and Fassmer-ID- card as “Authorized
Service Engineer” for Rescue boats!
Unauthorized manipulations to the rescue boat system void all guarantees and resolve
Fassmer of all responsibility!
Fassmer- service can only be ordered centralized at:
Fassmer Service GmbH & Co. KG

Industriestr. 2
Phone: +49 (0)4406 942-0, Fax: +49 (0)4406 942-100
Email: service@fassmer.de
Internet: www.fassmer.de
It is recommended to arrange certified release gear service together with rescue boat
Remark: service which is required at same intervals according to hook manual !
All general notes in the beginning of chapter 7 regarding safety precautions, service
qualification level and reports and records are also valid for this chapter!
Note: These annual thorough examination MUST be carried out acc. to IMO-MSC/Circ. 1206
during the survey acc. to SOLAS, chapter. I, reg. 7 resp. 8.
Defects have to be solved and defective parts to be replaced. If this is not possible, such
defects have to be listed at the end of this list for quickest possible settlement.
Notes:
Lower EACH Rescue boat into water and
$ ok not ok
execute trial trip.
SAFETY NOTE: For loewering follow the
recommendations of IMO-MSC1/Circ. 1206/
Annex 2: “Guidance on Safety during
abandon ship drills using rescue boats”, for
example:
! Before placing persons onboard a
rescue boat, it is recommended that the
boat first be lowered and recovered
without persons on board to ascertain
that the arrangement functions correctly.
The boat should then be lowered into the
water with only the number of persons
on board necessary to operate the boat.
! To prevent lashings or gripes from
getting entangled, proper release should
be checked before swinging out the
davit.
Check all fittings, equipment etc. Clean,
$ ok not ok
grease or oil as applicable.

Open air case drain valves at hull. Close

after draining.
If greater amounts of water are regularly
$ found in the air cases. Search the leakages ok not ok
and seal. Please note that small amounts of
water are normal and no cause for
complaint.
Check fender cushions, their lashings (must
$ ok not ok
be safe and tight) and repair if need be.
Check all screws and nuts are tight. Screws
$ can loosen with operation, vibration or ok not ok
simply from “setting” under load.
Check cooling water level and system for
$ ok not ok
leakages. (Only Inboard Diesel)
Check propeller shaft for bending etc. as the
$ ok not ok
shaft is turning slowly. (Only Inboard Diesel)
Check propeller and mounting. Replace if
$ ok not ok
damaged. (Only Inboard Diesel)
Check batteries are charged, if fitted
$ ok not ok
( See Chapter 11.3 )
Drain water from fuel tank. If abnormal
$ amount of water is in fuel: ok not ok
check the reason and settle it.
Check fuel lines for leakages and repair if
$ ok not ok
leaking.
Check lights and searchlight. Replace bulbs
$ ok not ok
and lights as necessary.
Replace bulb of outside position indicating
light after 12 hours of use ONLY AGAINST
ORIGINAL BULB SUPPLIED BY FASSMER
$ ok not ok
(requirement from lamp supplier and his
approval authority. Fassmer- order no.
576283)
Inspect battery charger/ solar generator
$ ok not ok
(to be cleaned!), if fitted
$ Engine and gear box # see engine manual. ok not ok
Check inside the fuel tank: If a solid residue
$ is present, remove the residue and clean the ok not ok
tank.
Check elastic engine bearings for damages
$ (Only Inboard Diesel) ok not ok
Check connection of engine control wires.

$ Tighten screws and secure with Loctite, if ok not ok
necessary.
Release gear: Refer to separate instruction
$ ok not ok
manual! (only if boat is equipped with hook)
Check steering bowden wire.
$ ok not ok
(Only for remote control)

Winch brake test done? If a dynamic winch

brake test with the EMPTY BOAT is
executed acc. MSC/Circ 1093/3.1 for davit
service, the complete boat, especially all
release gear connections to the boat, bolts,
nuts, surrounding laminate, elastic seams
etc. shall be carefully examined AFTER this
$ test to detect any possible damages, loose ok not ok
bolts, cracks or other to the system:
Every damage has to be repaired by
CERTIFIED service engineer. Depending on
amount of damage, davit brake test and
examination may have to be repeated after
repair.
Broken elastic seams have to be renewed.
No person shall be in the boat
during a dynamic winch brake
! test. A system failure can drop
the boat and KILL YOU or
cause serious injuries
Ship´s name:

10.2 EVERY 2 YEARS: applicable not applicable
In addition to the annually thorough examinations the following items have to be

Note:
checked/serviced every two years:
Notes:
Replace stuffing box packing.
$ ok not ok
(Only Inboard Diesel)
Ship´s name:

In addition to the annually / and 2- years thorough examinations the following items have
Note:
to be checked/ serviced every five years:
Notes:
$ Replace retro reflective material. ok not ok
$ Replace all rubber ropes. ok not ok
Inspect/renew all elastic sealing outside with
$ ok not ok
MS-Polymer.
Replace all bulbs of inside lamps and
$ ok not ok
searchlight.
Replace bulb of outside position indicating
light ONLY AGAINST ORIGINAL BULB
$ SUPPLIED BY FASSMER (requirement ok not ok
from lamp supplier and his approval
authority. Fassmer-order no. 576283).
Replace position indicating light cover
$ ok not ok
outside (damaged by UV-radiation).
Replace main batteries – use ORIGINAL
$ ok not ok
GEL-TYPE BATTERIES ONLY!, if fitted
Dynamic overload davit winch brake test
done in spite of safety recommendation
below? If a dynamic winch brake test with
the BOAT LOADED TO 110% LOAD is
executed acc. MSC1/Circ 1206, Annex 1/3.2
for davit service, the complete boat,
especially all release gear connections to
the boat, bolts, nuts, surrounding laminate,
elastic seams etc. shall be carefully
examined AFTER this test to detect any
$ ok not ok
possible damages, loose bolts, cracks or
other damages:
Every damage has to be repaired by
CERTIFIED service engineer. Depending on
amount of damage, a 110% release gear
overload test (refer to release gear manual)
and examination may have to be repeated
after repair.
Broken elastic seams have to be renewed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
RECOMMENDATION: The
five-yearly dynamic overload
davit winch brake test should
be executed with a PROOF
LOAD and NOT with the boat
(revised SOLAS III/Reg.
20.11.1.3 in Res.
MSC.152(78))
Reason: The forces occurring
during such test can not be
predicted but are usually
between 2 and 3 times the
weight of the fully loaded boat,
sometimes maybe even
higher! This might cause
undetectable damages in
rescue boat GRP structures
which might lead to later
failure when in use with
persons!
Also davit brake failure during
this test will lead to serious
damages to the boat.
FASSMER THEREFORE
REJECTS ANY
RESPONSIBILITY FOR
DAMAGES OCCURRED TO
THE BOAT DUE TO USE OF
THE BOAT FOR DYNAMIC
OVERLOAD DAVIT WINCH
BRAKE TEST.
NO person shall be in the boat
during a dynamic winch brake
! test. A system failure can drop
the boat and KILL YOU or
cause serious injuries!
Ship´s name:

In addition to the annually/ 2-years and 5- years thorough examinations the following
Note: items have to be checked/ serviced every ten years: (In addition to above annually and 2
Years and 5 Years thorough examinations)
Notes:
Replace all rope installed outside of boat:
$ ok not ok
lifelines, fender cushion lashings etc.
Replace fuel hoses between engine and
$ ok not ok
tank.
Replace elastic engine bearings for
$ ok not ok
damages. (Only Inboard Diesel)
Replace battery charger resp. solar charging
$ ok not ok
panel and regulator, if fitted
Ship´s name:

This is to confirm that the rescue boat has been thorough examined and is "FIT FOR
PURPOSE". The next annual inspection to be latest 12 months after the date below. Following
defects (in addition to notes in above check list) have been eliminated/parts were replaced:
This is to confirm that the rescue boat has been thorough examined and will be "FIT FOR
PURPOSE" AFTER SETTLEMENT OF FOLLOWING DEFECTS. The next annual inspection to
be latest 12 months after the date below.
Date Service company Name of service engineer Authorisation no. Certified Service engineer (signature)
Ship’s name Year of Owner Boat no. Signature of company's representative

construction

11. Maintenance
11.1 GRP-maintenance and repair:
Maintenance:
Should the gelcoat finish appear dull or the colour faded, the original finish
can be restored using an abrasive paste. If necessary sand the surface
beforehand, finishing with a fine wet and dry sandpaper of grade 400 or
finer. After sanding the surface must be waxed and polished. Polishing can
be done by hand or with a rotary polisher. Waxing should always be
undertaken by hand.
Fading can be reduced through regular waxing and polishing biannually after
first cleaning the surface. Due to constant exposure to sunlight and exhaust
gasses fading can however not be totally excluded.
Tip:
If the surface is coated with a single pack clear varnish (wood varnish) after
grinding (without wax or polish) it will be protected for a far longer time.
Orange-based colours are particularly susceptible to sunlight; therefore
painting of the surface may be necessary if polishing does not work.
Preferably a 2 component coloured paint is to be used. Grind and prepare
the surface according to the paint suppliers instructions.
All types of grinding reduce the thickness of the gelcoat. If the

Note: gelcoat is partly removed, a new coating is necessary for
protection.
Gelcoat repairs:
Small gelcoat damages or hairline cracks can’t be avoided during general
handling of the rescue boat. They do not have an effect on the strength of
the boat, and are therefore, excluded from the guarantee. However, to avoid
the ingress of water, such areas should be sandpapered and covered with
fresh gelcoat, clear varnish or paint. Deeper scratches may require the use
of a filler before hand.
The standard gelcoat colours are:

orange: similar to RAL 2004

Laminate repairs:
Caution:
Rescue boat damages must be repaired by a FASSMER-
authorised workshop. The following directions are for repairs
where there exists no available workshop. In this case, an
authorised workshop, Fassmer-certified service engineer or
surveyor must check the rescue boat as soon as possible, to
decide about further repairs.
Attention:
Rescue boats must always have sufficient strength, to be
lowered to the water fully manned!
! Remove all broken and loose parts from the damaged area with the use
of a chisel or saw (fig. 1). On cracks which are not fully penetrating the
laminate remove laminate in crack area as deep as the crack can be
seen.
! The edges of the hole must be bevelled and sandpapered to ensure a
large overlap and good attachment (abt. 100mm). In case of full
penetrating holes a plate of wood, cardboard or sheet metal, covered
with wax, paper or foil should be propped against the hole to keep the
resin in (fig. 2).
! The polyester resin is to be mixed with 1.5-2% Cyclohexanonperoxid
(hardener). The higher the percentage of the hardener, and the higher
the outside temperature is, the faster the resin will harden. Using the
above percentages and with an outside temperature of 14-20°C the
mixture will have a working time from 15-30 minutes.
! Woven rowings and chopped strand mats must be cut to a size suitable
for the hole, laid tier upon tier, and soaked with the mixed resin. There
should be enough glass that the original thickness of the area is
achieved. Further add additional 30% of the layers already applied of
glass and roving. Apply the resin using a brush. For larger damages a
grooved roller may be used to smoothen the surface, and remove any
air bubbles (fig. 3).
! The resin will harden in 2-8 hours depending on the outside
temperature. Unevenness can be touched up, cemented and painted
(fig. 4). Keep in mind, to allow hardening, a minimum temperature of
15°C is needed, and that the spot to be repaired must be dry, free of
grease and well sanded. Brushes and other equipment must be
cleaned immediately after use in acetone!
Caution:
Ensure good ventilation when working with fibreglass. Avoid
direct contact with skin when handling resin.

1.
Iron, wood or waxed paper sheet
2.
3.
4.
Tools necessary for repair
(not part of lifeboat equipment)
hammer
grooved scales
roller
brush
broach
file spatula
shears saw
bucket
Fig. 26

11.2 Engine plant maintenance:

Engine manual from supplier has priority, in every case, over
this information.
Note:
For further information therefore please refer to the engine
manual.
Fuel recommendations: (for all outboard engines)

Outboard engine without oil Automixing:
Unleaded gasoline mixed 1:100 with full synthetic outboard engine oil or
1:50 with normal outboard engine oil (first 10 h with 1:25)
Outboard engine with Automixing-automatic oil supply from separate
tank at engine
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel recommendations: (inboard diesel engine)
Marine Gas Oil (MGO) with a cold filter plugging point
(CFPP) -15°C.
If CFPP of fuel can not be assured or if temperatures below -15°C might
occur, you might add Diesel Anti-Freeze-additive (Fassmer order no.
100186) to diesel fuel for use up to -33°C.
If some water is found in the diesel fuel, you might add Diesel & gasoline
water absorber (Fassmer order no. 685771). Burns up to 5% water in fuel,
shelters fuel system against corrosion and mud. Add to tank BEFORE fuel
filling!

11.3 Electric plant maintenance:

Most rescue boats do not have a battery or electric system.
Boat with battery:
The power supply is provided by a 12V 100 % maintenance-free Gel-batteries
with a capacity of 65Ah each (1). Replace batterie only with equivalent gel-
type batterie. Do not use liquid acid based batterie. Continuous heat can
reduce the battery life.
Fig. 27
Battery charge levels:

To determine the charge of the battery it must remain unused for about one
hour i.e. no engine starting, no lights and no battery charging. Switch the
battery change over switch to position “1” and check the first battery with a
voltmeter at the socket on the steering console (3). Proceed the same way to
charge the second battery.
Voltage:
$ 10.5V: Battery completely discharged and damaged.
Replace immediately with the same type.
$ 11.4V: Danger of damage. Charge battery immediately
11.6V: Battery almost empty. Charging recommended.
12.7V: Battery 100% charged
13.8–14.1V: Correct charging voltage with dynamo or battery charger active.
14.4 V: Gasing voltage! Excessive charging voltage.
Danger of damage and explosion through battery gasses
When the engine is running, the battery will be charged through the alternator
on the engine.
For charging aboard, one of the following is installed:
! Trickle charging through an automatic charger aboard the ship:
A charging current of 12V DC will be led through a cable and plug in the
superstructure’s back wall via a charging diode routed to the batteries.
Remove the cable before launching.
! Trickle charging through an automatic charger aboard the rescue boat (3):
A charging current of max. 50V AC will be led through a cable and plug
in the superstructure’s back wall to the charger. Remove the cable
before launching.
! Trickle charging through a solar power plant:
The batteries will be maintained by an individual solar generator per
battery, on the roof of the boat. Charging is automated with a charging
regulator. Deeply discharged batteries should be fully charged by the
engine generator or a shipside charger! The solar generator should be
cleaned regularly to provide trouble free service.
Important:
To prevent unintentional discharge and destruction of the
batteries, switch off all consumers and the battery switch before
leaving the boat.

12. First installation:

On delivery the rescue boat is ready for use. All tests including a minimum 2-
hour trial run and release gear tests as required by SOLAS/IMO-Resolution
MSC.81(70), part 2, have been carried out.
Preparation for onboard installation:

After receiving the rescue boats and before installation, they should be
prepared and maintained on shore, in accordance with the applicable points
in Chapter 8. Charge the batteries regularly; solar panels must be in sunlight.
Mount the fender cushions and sliding skates, stored inside the boat (refer to
the drawings in “Rescue boat Documentation”).
Caution:
Fender cushions shall not be used as fenders, counter
bearings for the davit supports or other similar uses. They are
only intended to shelter the boat in case of an emergency in
which case they could be damaged or destroyed.
Onboard installation: For further suspension eyes information refer to Chapter 10.1
Bring the boat under the davit/crane and attach it according to davit
instructions or with the use of a shore crane.
Hook up the provided charging socket (if fitted) to the respective battery
charging cable on the ship. Plug the cable into the socket.
Danger of damage
Do not weld in the area of davits when boats are hanging!
If an earth of the welder is incorrectly positioned, current will
flow through the release hook release cables, rendering them
unworkable!
Check and service after installation and test:

Due to load on specific fittings after installation or test, material can bed-in or
deform slightly. Through this process screwed connections may become
loose, or sealing seams broken (e.g. hoisting fittings, engine etc.). All
screwed connections and elastic seams should therefore be checked, and
retightened or sealed after installation and testing, and about 14 days later.
This is part of customer’s commissioning and can not be claimed on the
guarantee.

12.1 Suspension Eyes

(Only valid if boat is equipped with fixed release hook of Fassmer Duplex type)
Attention:
Suspension eyes have only to be used as shown with
transportation bolt! Transportation bolt also can be used for
towing line or as mooring cleat.
max. diameter for long link:

max. 15° for refer to hoisting hook manual
transportation
ma
tran x. 15°
spo for
steel wire
steel wire
rtat
ion
transport wire either fore or aft,

for hanging-off-pendant aft only!
max. total payload: refer

to hoisting hook manual
transportation bolt
driving direction
wire eye without thimble

Fig. 28

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2. Brief construction description ................................................................... 5

3.1 Lowering of the rescue boat ................................................................ 7

3.2 Other operating situations .................................................................. 16

3.2.1 Lowering from a vessel moving ahead .........................................16

3.2.2 Lowering into seaway ...................................................................16

3.2.3 Towing ..........................................................................................16

3.2.4 Righting of capsized boat .............................................................17

3.2.5 Rescue of floating persons ...........................................................17

5. Operation of Equipment ...........................................................................21

5.1 Engine plant ........................................................................................21

5.1.1 Outboard engine ............................................................................21

5.1.2 Discription of the engine plant ......................................................23

5.2 Electric plant .......................................................................................24

5.3 Rudder plant .......................................................................................25

5.4 Bailing .................................................................................................25

5.5 Lights ..................................................................................................26

5.6 Fuel .....................................................................................................26

5.7 Rowing ................................................................................................26

6. Outfit and loose equipment ......................................................................27

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7. Boat support .............................................................................................28

8. Hoisting equipment ..................................................................................29

9. Periodic servicing and inspection by crew ...............................................30

9.2 MONTHLY ..........................................................................................32

9.3 3-MONTHLY .......................................................................................33

10. Servicing, inspection, overhaul and testing by Fassmer-certified

10.1 ANNUAL THOROUGH EXAMINATION ...........................................35

10.2 EVERY 2 YEARS ..............................................................................38

10.3 EVERY 5 YEARS ..............................................................................39

10.4 EVERY 10 YEARS ............................................................................41

11. Maintenance ..........................................................................................43

11.1 GRP-maintenance and repair ...........................................................43

11.2 Engine plant maintenance ................................................................46

11.3 Electric plant maintenance ................................................................47

12. First installation ......................................................................................48

12.1 Suspension Eyes ..............................................................................49

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Fr. Fassmer GmbH & Co. KG

Additional detail manuals concerning engine, release system,

This manual was established with consideration of:

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2. Brief construction description:

For overall drawings refer to next page

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Overall drawing: (RR 4.2)

Overall drawing: (RR 4.2)

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3.1 Lowering of the rescue boat

2. Disconnect the charging cable, if fitted.

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3. Ensuring release hook closure.

4. Switch the battery change-over control (1) to battery 1 or 2, if fitted.

Rescue boats with an outboard engine from 15 HP to 30 HP

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5. The outboard engine should be regularly maintained and be ready for

8. Open boat lashings and secure them.

9. Lower the boat into water according to davit instructions.

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10. Starting engine:

The engine doesn’t starts if the emergency rope is not fitted

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