WELCOME ABOARD

OPERATION&MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Congratulations to your decision of choosing lifeboat, and we hope you will
enjoy it.
To come up to your expectations, please study thoroughly this manual for your
new lifeboat to get sufficient information on its operation and maintenance to
permit an optimal use of the various built-in functions.

a) Model No.:NOR-MAR-FRB 650

b) Type: Fast rescue boat
c) Document No.: JCS650-32
d) Survey Certificate: EC
 LIST OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2 LAUNCHING AND RECOVERY PROCEDURES
2.1 LAUNCHING THE BOAT
2.2 RECOVERY OF THE BOAT
3 OPERATING PROCEDURES
3.1 STARTING THE ENGINE
3.2 STOPPING THE ENGINE (NORMAL)
3.3 DEAD MAN SWITCH
3.4 CONTROL HANDLE
3.5 RESCUE OF PERSONS IN THE WATER
3.6 TOWING
3.7 ROWING
3.8 LOOSE EQUIPMENT
3.9 FUEL OIL TANK
3.10 FUEL OIL SHUT OFF VALVE
3.11 RADAR REFLECTOR
3.12 BATTERY CHARGER
4 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
5 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
5.1 LOOSE EQUIPMENT
5.2 HATCHES
5.3 LIFTING HOOK
5.4 ENGINE
5.5 OIL AND FUEL
5.6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
7 APPENDIX A
7.1 INSPECTION LOG
 1.INTRODUCTION
1.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Length overall 6.50m
Breath (mld.) 2.15m
Depth 1.10m
Persons numbers 15 P
Boat weight (no load) 1689 Kg
Persons weight 1125 Kg (15P)
Total weight 2814Kg(with 15P)
Fuel oil 160 liter
Speed 30Knots (with 3p)
Main Engine BUKH+STEYR 236

1.2Applied Rules
1983, 1996 Amendments to SOLAS 1974, LSA CODE and MSC 81(70) .

1.3 General description

The craft has been designed and constructed for offshore. It will provide high
sustained speed in offshore. The boat is moulded from fire retardant polyester resin.
The space between the hull and liner is filled with polyurethane buoyancy foam,
which provide the craft with enough buoyancy to remain afloat even if holed below
the waterline.
Carrying capacity is 6 persons. The boat is of self bailing. Lifelines and handgrips
are fitted around the gunwale.
An approved Off Load single point lifting hook for attaching the fall from a davit or
crane is mounted on the center console.
The hook can only be opened when there is no load on the fall and must be used
together with the painter release hook on the bow for safe launching of the boat.
In the event that the boat capsizes, it may be righted by two of the crew, one at each
end, climbing onto the fender and pulling sideways.
Fuel tank and manual pump are fitted under the engine cover. Access to the hatch
fitted on engine cover to fill the fuel oil.
Loose equipment are placed into the storage box. Two independently charge
batteries are fitted in front of engine cover. When running, the engines will charge
the batteries. When the boat is in the stowed position, a charger will take over. The
charger is supplied with 42V AC from the ship via a plug on the outside of the
console.

2.LAUNCHING AND RECOVERY PROCEDURES

2.1 Launching the boat
The boat is attached to the davit or deck crane lifting cable by a single point lifting
hook mounted on the top of the console. The lifting hook is released by release
handle when the boat is fully waterborne.
This applies to the boat only, for davit/crane, see the davit manual.

To launch the boat, proceed as follows:

1.Prepare the boat for launching by removing any lashing, disconnecting external
power supply plug, See fig. 1, and open the fuel shut-off valve, see fig .4

2. Secure painter to painter release hook on bow with the other end secured to
the ship. The Length of the painter is to be such that when the boat is on the
water with a taut painter line, the boat is directly under the davit crane. See
fig.2

WARNING!
If the ship is making headway and the painter is not used, this may result in
injury or death to the crew of the rescue boat, and damage to equipment.
The main suspension hook must be released before the painter is released.
 1.Crew start engine.
2.Lower boat with its crew until fully water borne and with a slack lifting
Cable. The boat is now hanging by the painter.
3. Remove safety pin of lifting hook.
4. Turn release handle.(according to arrow)

Warning !
Do not pull safety pin and release handle of hook till the boat is fully
waterborne.
8. Engage gear and then release the painter by pulling on the painter release
handle mounted on the bow. See fig.2

WARNING!
If the ship is making headway and the painter is released before the lifting
cable, this may result in injury or death to the crew of the rescue boat, and
damage to equipment.

9. Secure radar reflector and position light are of effective condition.

 2.2 Recovery of the boat
Ensure the safety pin on the hook is in place and remove radar reflector for
protection when hoisted or launched.
To recover the boat, proceed as follows:
1. Manoeuvre the boat toward the loose painter end hanging from the ship.
2. Attach the painter to the painter release hook. See fig.2
3. Let the boat drift slowly until the painter is taut. The fast working boat should
now be situated directly under the davit or lifting crane.
WARNING!
If the ship is making headway and the painter is not fasten to the boat
before lifting the boat out of water, this may result in injury or death to the
crew of the rescue boat, and damage to equipment.
4. Place the end link of the fall wire into the single point hook. See fig. 3 above.
Make certain the hook is in closed position.
5. Turn off the engine, (see chap.3.2).
6. Hoist the boat just clear of water. Check the lifting hook to make sure it is fully
locked and that the safety pin is in place. Please see the instruction plate
mounted on hook.
7. Hoist boat aboard and secure it on the cradle, connect the external power
supply and refill oil and fuel. Turn fuel shut off valve at the aft end of the fuel
tank to closed position. See fig. 4

Fuel out off valve

8. Check loose equipment and perform maintenance procedure as described in

chap. 5.

NB! The boat can be recovered with its full complement of crew and
passengers, subject to the capacity of the davit.
3. Operating procedures
3.1 Starting the engine
As the boat may be fitted with different engines, please refer to engine manual
for details about engine operation and maintenance. See fig.5

Fig. 5
Console

1 Disconnect the external power-supply to the boat.

CAUTION!
Battery chargers may be damaged or overload its fuses if engine is
started with power-supply connected.
 1 Turn main battery switch to “ON” position.
2 Check that the emergency stop witch on the control panel or-mounted
separately is in the run position. This is normally in connection with the
dead-man switch. This switch has a lanyard, which must be attached to
the driver’s clothing. This ensures that the engine will stop if the driver is
removed from his position.
3 Check that the throttle control is the neutral position.
4 Push red button, the alarm will make a sound; if engine alarm light isn ’t
out after 7 seconds, check the engine.
5 Push green button until engine start, but no longer than 10 seconds at a
time to avoid overheating. When the engine starts, release start button and
reduce choke gradually.
Note:
(1) Don’t operate green switch when the engine is running.
(2) If the engine dose not start after 2-3 attempts, investigate and rectify the
problem before starting is continued. Repeated starting attempts will only
deplete batteries and damage engine.

3.2 Stopping the engines (normal)

Idle engine and shift to neutral. Turn on the red Button
Note: Don’t stop the engine which is running at either high speed or idle speed,
or the engine is damaged.

3.3 Dead man switch

The purpose of the dead man switch is to stop the engine when the operator
leaves his control station either accidentally by falling into the boat or by
falling or being ejected overboard.
The dead man switch consists of a lanyard with clip at both ends. One end is
secured to the operator of the boat and the other end is fastened to the run / off
switch on the engine control box. If the operator is removed from his position
the lanyard automatically turns the switch to the off position thus stopping the
engines.

3.4 Control handle

(1) Engine control handle
The engine is running at high speed and the clutch is closed when the control
handle is forward.
(2) Pump control handle control handle ahead so that the boat is running
backwards, in normal condition, the handle should be in neutral position.
 3.5Rescue of persons in the water
A person in the water will be drifting due to the effects of wind and sea,
therefore it is important for the helmsman to plan any rescue and Inform the
crew of the plan.
To effectuate a safe and successful rescue bear in mind the following:
When very close to the person, hold the boat in position with short engagements
of the gear and let him drift into the side of the boat.
Two crew members should position themselves on the side of the boat on which
the rescue is to be effected.
When contact is made the crew should grab the person under the arms and
together pull him up into the boat. If the person is injured he should be placed
on the stretcher keeping his head elevated.

WARNING
The helmsman should pay careful attention the position of the person in the
water.
Never attempt to bring someone into the boat over the stern. Always use
the side of the boat.

3.6Towing
A principal function of a rescue boat is to tow and marshal liferafts. Two
towing ballard are located both side of aft deck.

3.7 Rowing
Should it be required to row the boat, a set of paddles is supplied. These are
secured to the port inside of the boat.

3.8 Loose equipment

Loose equipment according to regulation is supplied. A list of this enclosed at
the end of this manual. The equipment are stowed in the storage box.. This
equipment must be periodically checked to verify that it is in serviceable
condition, and that it is complete.

3.9 Fuel tank

There is a fuel tanks which is 160 liters for boat running at least for 4hours, it is
fitted at the bow. Only clean fuel of a grade specified by the engine supplier must
be used.

WARNING!
Fire and explosion hazard. Fuel leakage from any part of the fuel system can
be a fire and explosion hazard that can cause serious bodily injury or death.
Careful periodic inspection of the entire fuel system is mandatory, particularly after
storage. All fuel components including fuel tank, fuel lines, primer bulb,
 replacement before further engine operation.

3.10 Fuel oil shut off valve

A fuel shut off valve is situated at aft. Side of the fuel tank. Turn handle clockwise
to close all fuel delivery in situations with fire or explosion hazard, and while
docked.

3.11 Radar reflector

There is fitted a radar reflector on the top of console, according with the
requirements, it should be installed vertical position after launch of the boat and
placed original position before recovery of the boat.

3.12 Battery charger

Inside the central console is a battery charger for charging the batteries, when the
fast rescue boat is docked onboard the ship. Power is supplied to the charger via the
quick disconnect plug located on the starboard side of the central console. Supplied
current at 42V AC is converted by the battery charger to 12V DC charging both of
the batteries. Before starting the engine disconnect the 42V AC supply. See fig.6

Fig 6
Battery charger inside
central console

CAUTION!
If engines are started without disconnecting the power supply the charger
may be damaged.
5 MAINTENACE PROCEDURES
Foreword
Maintenance to this craft is extremely important, as the duties it fulfils require the
boat to be in a state of continuous readiness. To keep a record of maintenance sign
the attached log in chapter 8 after each inspection. Continue on additional sheet
when the enclosed log is full.
5.1 Loose equipment
Loose equipment should be periodically checked to ensure equipment is properly
stowed and is in serviceable condition. See list at the end of the document.
5.2 Hatches
Rubber gaskets around hatches should be checked for deterioration. If any sign of
cracking of brittleness exist, gasket should be replaced immediately.
5.3 Lifting hook
Lifting hook should be checked for any visual damage or deterioration. Check if
safety pin is free to move.
5.4 Engine
The engine maintenance and checks should be performed in accordance with the
engine manufacturers instruction manual.
Each boat it is supplied with a flushing kit. Connect the kit to the cooling water
inlet and turn on the water supply before starting the engine out of water in
accordance with the maintenance schedule to ensure the boat is in ready to use
condition.
Lubrication and greasing points are specified in the engine manufactures manual
5.5 Oil and fuel
As this boat can be fitted with different engines see the engine manufacturers
manual for the specific oil and fuel mixture to be used.
Refill the fuel tank and separate two-stroke oil tank, if installed, after boat
operation. Check all fuel lines for leaks and deterioration. Leaking coupling may
be tightened, otherwise line needs to be replaced.
 5.6 Electrical system
The main engine start battery, emergency start battery and radio battery, if fitted,
should be checked to ensure the terminals are tight and clean. Should the terminals
show any sign of corrosion, disconnect and clean thoroughly and smear with some
Vaseline grease.
Check search light and signal light. If failing to work inspect wires, contact and
bulb. Clean or replace as necessary.
Check instrumentation and engine controls. Replace defective lamps and fuses as
necessary.

6 Maintenance schedules

When required
For boat drill

Monthly
Weekly
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE Weekly

Boat and Davit system:

-Check system is ready for immediate use. See

davit handbook for details. * * *

Boat interior:

-Check loose equipment is correctly stored and in * * *

serviceable condition.

-Inspect lifting hook and safety pin.

* * *
Engine:

-Check fuel system for leaks * * *

-Check fuel tank is full * * *

-Lubricate engine (see engine manual) * * *

-Check staring system * * *

-Service fuel filter * * *

 When required
For boat drill

Monthly
Weekly
Electrical installation

-Check battery conditions * *

-Check battery is recharging. (see lamp on * *

battery charger)

-Check instrumentation and engine * * *

controls.

-Check external power supply is * * *

connection to the boat and that is turned
“ON”

Miscellaneous

-Drain the boat and check the bilge pump * * *

is functional.
*
-Check the steering system operates *
freely.
7 APPENDIX A

7.1 Inspection log

(Note: Sign after completing all the items in the maintenance schedule)

INSPECTION LOG FOR FAST RESCUE BOAT INSPECTIONS

Check. On : Date : Sign : Condition : Actions taken :
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RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE