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NANNI
ERNST
HATECKE
GFF...M
NAME
PORT
Edition 11/05
Index
1.1
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4
1.1.5
1.1.6
1.1.7
1.1.8
1.1.9
1.1.10
1.1.11
1.1.12
1.1.13
1.1.14
1.1.15
Operation Manual
In the interest of safety
Yard and yardnumber
Handling and use of freefall-lifeboats
Description of GFF-boats
Stowageplan for equipment
Alarm
Alarm
Stretcher
Instruction for launching
Freefall launching
Start the engine
Emergency tiller/radar reflector
Air supply and sprikler system (only for tanker lifeboats)
Sprinkler system (only for tanker lifeboats)
Air supply system (only for tanker lifeboats)
1.2
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
1.2.5
1.2.6
1.2.7
1.2.8
1.2.9
1.2.10
1.2.11
Maintenance Manual
In the interest of safety
Charging the battery by solargenerator
Wiring diagram for battery charging by solargenerator
Charging the battery (from the ship)
Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship (Standard)
Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship (with engine heater, optional)
Recomended maintenance and checks
Recomended maintenance and checks (only for tanker lifeboats)
Maintenance of GRP-boats
Lubricant-and fuelplan
Overhauling and testing acc. to SOLAS Chapt.III, Reg. 20. 11. 2
1.3
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4
1.3.5
1.3.6
1.3.7
Trainings manual:
Trainings instructions
In the interest of safety
Handling and use of freefall-lifeboats
Launching and recovery instructions
Freefall launching
Simulated launching (from MSC/Circ.1137)
Simulated llaunching
Additional:
Engine manual
Engine certificate
Function description of the charging regulator
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ERNST
HATECKE
GFF...M
NAME
PORT
WARNING
1. Before launching close all hatches and the entrance door.
2. Secure all items and fasten seat belts (adjust to your size).
3. Dont wear lifejackets during freefall launching. Failure to observe this procedure may
lead to serious injury or death!
4. Keep out of the way of the propeller.
5. Always keep hands and feet clear when near moving and rotating machinery.
6. Before starting the engine, read its instruction manual.
7. Pyrotechnics in the inventory case are EXPLOSIVES.
8. During operation of davit be cautious with long links, snap hooks and counter weights.
9. DO NOT open the engines cool water filler cap when hot.
10.Before releasing aft lashing to enter boat for maintenance or training fasten falls of davit
/ crane to the long links of hoisting slings from boat. After maintenance or training
fasten lashing again and afterwards release hoisting slings from falls.
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The information given in this manual is based on our long experience and "know-how" in
the building of totally enclosed lifeboats.
In case of an emergency it is very important that the occupants know how to handle the
lifeboat and its equipment.
All personel should study this manual at lifeboat drills, to make themselves thorougly
conversant with the system and to ensure a speedy and safe launching in an emergency.
The technical specifications are not binding and can be altered without prior notice.
In case of enquiries regarding existing boats please quote the details given below:
Boat type:
Building no.:
GFF 6,5M
10343
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The canopy is of double skin construction designed to act as buoyancy to make the boat
self-righting even when partly flooded.
The innerbottom has hatches to the storage and engine compartmen.
The external hull and canopy are orange coloured (RAL 2004), the internal surfaces are
light green (RAL 6019)
Engine:
The engine fitted is a water-cooled (closed system) diesel engine and is installed below the
cabin sole and gives a boat speed in exess of 6 knots.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
1 buoyant bailer
2 buckets
2 hatchets
1 Container with distress signals as:
6 hand flares
4 rocket parachute flares
2 buoyant smoke signales, orange
1 daylight signal mirror
1 jackknife with tin opener and marling spike
1 electr. torch with 1 spare bulb and 2 spare batteries
5. 2 tin opener
6. 1 fire extinguisher
7. 1 fishing tackle
8. 1 whistle
9. 5 ltrs. containers with drink water (3 ltrs. for each person)
10. lifeboat food ration (one for each person)
11. 2 drink cups
12. 1 sea anchor towing and mooring line
13. 2 painters, 15m long, dia. 14mm
14. 2 buoyant lines, 30m long, dia. 8mm, with buoyant rescue quoits
15. 1 first aid kit for lifeboats with seathickness rations (6 doses for each person)
16. 1 lifeboat compass
17. 1 manual bilge pump
18. 1 radar reflector
19. Diesel-fuel
20. 2 boat hooks
21. 1 search light
22. thermal protective aids (one for 10 persons/min. 2 per boatt)
23. 1 Survival-manual/life-saving signal card
24. 1 embarkation ladder
loose equipment:
25. 1 key for seats/fuel tank
26. 1 set lifting slings
27. 1 emergency tiller
28. 2 straps for stretcher
spare parts for the engine:
29. 1 vee-belt
30. 1 fuel filter
31. 1 pump impeller
32. 1 oil filter
33. 1 set of common tools
34. 1 oil drain pump
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1.1.6 ALARM
1.
All personal proceed to boat station.
Warm clothing to be worn.
Lifejackets to be carried but not put
on.
Note: Do not put on lifejacket
before the lifeboat is afloat.
Failure to observe tis procedure
may lead to serious injury or
death during the launching.
1.
2.
2.
1. Disengage the the boat lashings.
2. Disconnect the battery charger
(does not aplly to boats equiped
with solargenerator).
3. Board the freefall lifeboat.
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1.1.7 ALARM
DANGER
CAUTION:
Secure all items fasten seat
3.
embarcation hatch
4.
Fasten seat belts as soon as seated!!!
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1.1.8 Stretcher
To SOLAS 74(83) chapter III, regulation 41 " The lifeboat shall be so arranged that
helpless people can brought on board either from the sea or on stretchers."
Inside the boat the stretcher has to be secured. Four lashing points are on the floor of the
boat, two lashing belts are in the equipment locker.
All handling and use of the stretcher will be done to the stretcher manufacturers
instructions.
For missuse of stretchers in freefall lifeboats ERNST HATECKE GmbH will not be
responsible.
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Freefall
The boat runs down the launching ramp and on hitting the water submerges briefly before
emerging and moving away from the stern of the ship.
Instructions for free-fall launching look at next page.
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2
1
4
EMERGENCY RELEASE PUMP
HYDRAULIC PISTON
EMERGENCY RELEASE:
LOCKING DEVICE
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searchlight
masthead lantern
interior light
charging lamp
oil pressure
engine temperature
compass
N
O
W
S
STOP
START
STOP
main switch
OFF
START
ON
NANNI ENGINE
AMP
OIL
TEMP
neutral
START
and ahead
astern
"grey button"
* speed and gearbox control lever
ON
2. With gear lever in NEUTRAL, press the grey button and move lever into Ahead / Start
position.
START
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freshwater connection
After testing the sprinkler system with sea water, the system should be flushed
through with fresh water.
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In case of passage through any fire, it is necessary to engage the sprinkler system.
The sprinkler system is designed to cool the surface of the boat.
The sprinkler system also fulfills the equally important purpose of keeping the temperature
inside of the boat low enough for comfort and safety.
freshwater connection
sprinkler tube
engine
sprinkler pump
sea valve
The sprinkler system consists of sprinkler pump fitted at the fore end of the engine,
operated by the engine via a flexible clutch. The sprinkler pump delivers the water to the
sprinkler tubes and to the spraynozzles.
After testing the sprinkler system with sea water it should be flushed through with
freshwater.
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6
7
2
1
1
The compressed air bottles 1 (50 ltrs.x200 bar) are connected to a joint pipe system 2 .
Through a valve 3 the compressed air passes into the pressure reducer 4 .
The pressure reducer is so adjusted, that it will supply the fresh air for 10 minutes into the
inner of the boat.
Refilling of the compressed air bottles
Unscrew the protection cap from the filler piece 5 and connect the high pressure hose
from the compressor. Make sure that the valve 3 is closed. Charge the bottles 1 until the
pressure gauge 7 shows a pressure of 200 bar (make sure that the bottles valves 6 are
opened. Disconnect the high pressure hose of the compressor and fit the protection cap to
the fillerpiece 5 . The air supply system is now ready for use.
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ERNST
HATECKE
GFF...M
NAME
PORT
WARNING
1. Before launching close all hatches and the entrance door.
2. Secure all items and fasten seat belts (adjust to your size).
3. Dont wear lifejackets during freefall launching. Failure to observe this procedure may
lead to serious injury or death!
4. Keep out of the way of the propeller.
5. Always keep hands and feet clear when near moving and rotating machinery.
6. Before starting the engine, read its instruction manual.
7. Pyrotechnics in the inventory case are EXPLOSIVES.
8. During operation of davit be cautious with long links, snap hooks and counter weights.
9. DO NOT open the engines cool water filler cap when hot.
10.Before releasing aft lashing to enter boat for maintenance or training fasten falls of davit
/ crane to the long links of hoisting slings from boat. After maintenance or training
fasten lashing again and afterwards release hoisting slings from falls.
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solar generator
CHARGING OF BATTERIES
1.
2.
OFF
SWITCH BATTERY
SELECTION WEEKLY
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Note:
The solar generator will supply constant charging current if the boat is on board.
If the engine is running the batteries will be supplied by engines dynamo.
Only sealed Battery type should be used!
Caution:
Do not open the batteries !
Do not top up with water!
Fasten batteries after installation!
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13
43
14
44
21
14
22
13
SP
ST
32
14
31
13
15A
SG
86
87
R3
R
2
SL
Black
13
X2
14
X1
Black
4
2
Engine Harness
Brown
Red
Brown
ENGINE
STOP
RELAY
NL
13
14
X2
IL
X1
13
X2
X1
14
2
Connecting box
Red
HEATING
RELAY
IN BOX
STARTING
RELAY
IN BOX
MAINS WITCH
RELAY
IN BOX
30
3
White
85
Brown
30
R2
85
Y/Green
85
Y/Gree
30
R1
87
Grey 1
86
Violet
87
white
86
Searching light
Engine stop
Navigation light
Interieur lights
Glows
Solar generator
Alternator
Engine starter
10mm
B+
31
D+
B-
Blocking diodes
30
6
Overcharge
protection
Water switch
50
Oil switch
6mm
50mm
6mm
Switch Battery
(Stop Pos.)
Stop control box
12V
Battery 1
12V
Battery 2
Brown
Y/Green
Blue
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OFF
SWITCH BATTERY
SELECTION WEEKLY
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Note:
Check charging current of the battery charger which is fitted under the helmsmans seat.
On board the ship, the charging cable should be kept connected to the lifeboat battery
charging socket and the batteries kept under constant charge.
Caution:
Maximum charging current is 6 amps.
Only sealed Battery type should be used!
Caution:
Do not open the batteries !
Do not top up with water!
Fasten batteries after installation!
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13
43
14
44
21
14
22
13
SP
ST
32
14
31
13
15A
SG
86
87
R3
R
2
SL
Black
13
X2
14
X1
5
Black
4
2
Engine Harness
Brown
Red
Brown
ENGINE
STOP
RELAY
NL
13
14
X2
X1
IL
13
X2
X1
14
2
Connecting box
Red
HEATING
RELAY
IN BOX
STARTING
RELAY
IN BOX
MAINS WITCH
RELAY
IN BOX
30
3
White
85
Brown
30
R2
85
Y/Green
85
Y/Gree
30
R1
87
Grey 1
86
Violet
87
white
86
Searching light
Engine stop
Navigation light
Glows
Interieur lights
10mm
B+
31
D+
B-
12 V= 1A
6A
4A
42 V~
Blocking diodes
30
Water switch
Alternator
Engine starter
Oil switch
50
Batterie charger
6mm
50mm
6mm
Switch Battery
(Stop Pos.)
Stop control box
12V
Battery 1
12V
Battery 2
Brown
Y/Green
Blue
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13
43
14
44
21
14
22
13
SP
ST
32
14
31
13
15A
SG
86
87
R3
R
2
SL
Black
13
X2
14
X1
5
Black
4
2
Engine Harness
Brown
Red
Brown
ENGINE
STOP
RELAY
NL
13
14
X2
X1
IL
13
X2
X1
14
2
Connecting box
Red
HEATING
RELAY
IN BOX
STARTING
RELAY
IN BOX
MAINS WITCH
RELAY
IN BOX
30
3
White
85
Brown
30
R2
85
Y/Green
85
Y/Gree
30
R1
87
Grey 1
86
Violet
87
white
86
Searching light
Engine stop
Navigation light
Interieur lights
Engine heater
Glows
Alternator
Engine starter
10mm
B+
31
D+
30
B-
Water switch
50
Oil switch
42V
60C
700 W
55 V
Blocking diodes
10A 16A
42 V
6mm
50mm
6mm
Switch Battery
(Stop Pos.)
Stop control box
12V
Battery 1
12V
Battery 2
Brown
Y/Green
Blue
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Electrical installation
weekly
monthly
yearly
when
required
*
*
*
*
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weekly
monthly
yearly
Sprinkler system
Check operation of the sea water inlet valve and grease it.
Drive the boat and use the sprinkler system for one minute minimum.
After testing, the sprinkler system should be flushed through with
fresh water.
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Even GRP-boats are subject to damage to greater or lesser extent. The most common
damages are scratches in the gelcoat which may also penetrate the laminate.
The gelcoat colours are:
Outer surface: orange
RAL 2004
Inner surface: light green RAL 6019
In case of extensive damage contact the builders at the following address.
Sometimes the gelcoat finish looks dull and the colour is faded.
Restore the original finish by sanding the surface with a fine grade water sandpaper of
grade 400 or finer, or using a rubbing compound.
After sanding or rubbing the surface must be waxed. Rubbing should be done by hand or
with a rotary polishing buff. Waxing should always done by hand.
RECOMMENDATION
Engine
Multigrade oil
SAE 15W-40
API CD/SF
Look at engine
manual
Gearbox
DEXRON
ATF-oil
API CD/SF
Look at engine
manual
fueltank
Marine Diesel
with plogging point
lower -25C
4
4a
4b
4c
Grese points
Sterntube
Rudder-trunk
Others
Grease with
EP additives
NLGI-class 2
2,50
2,50
ISO VG 15HLP
3,00
3,00
ca. 120
ca.120
Remarks:
The boat has been delivered with all fuel/oil tanks filled.
For further informations look at engine manufacturers instruction manual.
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ERNST
HATECKE
GFF...M
NAME
PORT
During training situation there is the possibility to carry out some maintenance acc. to
MAINTENANCE MANUAL in front of this.
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WARNING
1. Before launching close all hatches and the entrance door.
2. Secure all items and fasten seat belts (adjust to your size).
3. Dont wear lifejackets during freefall launching. Failure to observe this procedure may
lead to serious injury or death!
4. Keep out of the way of the propeller.
5. Always keep hands and feet clear when near moving and rotating machinery.
6. Before starting the engine, read its instruction manual.
7. Pyrotechnics in the inventory case are EXPLOSIVES.
8. During operation of davit be cautious with long links, snap hooks and counter weights.
9. DO NOT open the engines cool water filler cap when hot.
10.Before releasing aft lashing to enter boat for maintenance or training fasten falls of davit
/ crane to the long links of hoisting slings from boat. After maintenance or training
fasten lashing again and afterwards release hoisting slings from falls.
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2.
In an emergency situation, the boat should be launched with the engine running.
Where lifeboat drills are being carried out, start the engine and run it for a short time
and then switch off before launching the boat. Start the motor again when the boat is
afloat.
3.
Lifejackets should not be worn during the launching of the boat, but should be taken
on board and put on as soon as the boat is afloat. The wearing of a lifejacket during
launching may lead to injury!
4.
Check before launching that the impact area is free from floating objects.
5.
During the launching period (release/water-borne) the boat occupants must ensure
that their heads remain close to the head rests provided at each seat.
6.
As soon as the boat is afloat, the hydraulic release piston should be brought back to
ist housed position.
2.
The boat lifting sling(s) should be put into the crane hook(s) from the aft platform. Do
not stand on the cabin roof.
3.
Before setting the boat back into the launching ramp, the securing hook on the ramp
cross-strut should be put in the "open" position.
4.
Once the boat is back in the launching ramp and secured in place, open vents,
connect the battery charger cable (if any) and start the charger.
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Freefall:
The boat runs down the launching ramp and on
hitting the water submerges briefly before
emerging and moving away from the stern of
the ship.
Instructions for launching procedure on the
following page.
Instruction for free-fall look also in the
Operation Manual (in front of this).
Launching by davit:
In some cases (shallow water, ice-drift, drifting
parts of the cargo) it is necessary to launch the
boat with max. number of persons by davit.
Instruction for launching procedure look at the
davit manufacturers instruction.
Recovery by davit:
Freefall lifeboat with crew of max. 4 persons
must be sailed astern under the davit.
Instructions for recovery procedure look at the
davit manufacturers instructions.
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1
4
EMERGENCY RELEASE PUMP
HYDRAULIC PISTON
EMERGENCY RELEASE:
LOCKING DEVICE
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(from MSC/Circ.1137)
IMO
IMO GUIDELINES FOR SIMULATED LAUNCHING OF FREE-FALL LIFEBOATS
1 Definition
Simulated launching is a means of training the crew in the free-fall release procedure of free-fall lifeboats and in verifying the satisfactory function of
the free-fall release system without allowing the lifeboat to fall into the sea.
2 Purpose and scope
The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide a basic outline of essential steps to safely carry out simulated launching. These Guidelines are general;
the lifeboat manufacturer.s instruction manual should always be consulted before conducting simulated launching. Simulated launching
should only be carried out with lifeboats and launching appliances designed to accommodate it, and for which the manufacturer has provided
instructions. Simulated launching should be carriedout under the supervision of a responsible person who should be an officer experienced in such
procedures.
3 Typical simulated launching sequence
3.1 Check equipment and documentation to ensure that all components of the lifeboat and launching appliance are in good operational condition.
3.2 Ensure that the restraining device(s) provided by the manufacturer for simulated launching are installed and secure and that the free-fall release
mechanism is fully and correctly engaged.
3.3 Establish and maintain good communication between the assigned operating crew and the responsible person.
3.4 Disengage lashings, gripes, etc. installed to secure the lifeboat for sea or for maintenance, except those required for simulated free-fall.
3.5 Participating crew board the lifeboat and fasten their seatbelts under the supervision of the responsible person.
3.6 All crew, except the assigned operating crew, disembark the lifeboat. The assigned operating crew fully prepares the lifeboat for free-fall launch
and secures themselves in their seats for the release operation.
3.7 The assigned operating crew activates the release mechanism when instructed by the responsible person. Ensure that the release mechanism
operates satisfactorily and the lifeboat travels down the ramp to the distance specified in the manufacturer.s instructions.
3.8 Recover the lifeboat to its stowed position, using the means provided by the manufacturer and ensure that the free-fall release mechanism is
fully and correctly engaged.
3.9 Repeat procedures from 3.7 above, using the back-up release mechanism when applicable.
3.10 The assigned operating crew disembarks the lifeboat.
3.11 Ensure that the lifeboat is returned to its normal stowed condition. Remove any restraining and/or recovery devices used only for the simulated
launch procedure.
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