Lifeboat Manuel

DMG-40
BUKH
MANUAL FOR OPERATION, MAINTENANCE

AND
TRAINING
FOR
FREEFALL LIFEBOATS
NAME
ERNST
HATECKE GFF...M PORT
Boatyard Ernst Hatecke GmbH

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
E-mail: email@Hatecke.de
www.hatecke.de Edition 11/05
Index
1.1 Operation Manual
1.1.1 In the interest of safety
1.1.2 Yard and yardnumber
1.1.3 Handling and use of freefall-lifeboats
1.1.4 Description of GFF-boats
1.1.5 Stowageplan for equipment
1.1.6 Alarm
1.1.7 Alarm
1.1.8 Stretcher
1.1.9 Instruction for launching
1.1.10 Freefall launching
1.1.11 Start the engine
1.1.12 Emergency tiller/radar reflector
1.1.13 Air supply and sprikler system (only for tanker lifeboats)
1.1.14 Sprinkler system (only for tanker lifeboats)
1.1.15 Air supply system (only for tanker lifeboats)
1.2 Maintenance Manual

1.2.2 Charging the battery by solargenerator
1.2.3 Wiring diagram for battery charging by solargenerator
1.2.4 Charging the battery (from the ship)
1.2.5 Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship (Standard)
1.2.6 Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship (with engine heater, optional)
1.2.7 Recomended maintenance and checks
1.2.8 Recomended maintenance and checks (only for tanker lifeboats)
1.2.9 Maintenance of GRP-boats
1.2.10 Lubricant-and fuelplan
1.2.11 Overhauling and testing acc. to SOLAS Chapt.III, Reg. 20. 11. 2
1.3 Trainings manual:

1.3.1 Trainings instructions
1.3.4 Launching and recovery instructions
1.3.6 Simulated launching (from MSC/Circ.1137)
1.3.7 Simulated llaunching
Additional:
Engine manual
Engine certificate
Function description of the charging regulator
Boatyard Ernst Hatecke GmbH, Am Ruthenstrom 1, 21706 Drochtersen, Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0, Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40, E-mail: email@Hatecke.de, www.hatecke.de
1.1 Operation Manual
NAME
ERNST

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
www.hatecke.de
WARNING
1. Before launching close all hatches and the entrance door.
2. Secure all items and fasten seat belts (adjust to your size).
3. Don´t 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 it´s 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.
1.1.2 Yard and yardnumber
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 it´s 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.:

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
www.hatecke.de
At launching:
1. The occupants should always use the same seat.
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 its
housed position.
Lifting the boat back on board:
1. Before leaving the seat, loosen the seat belt.
The boat lifting sling(s) should be put into the crane hook(s) from the aft platform.
Do not stand on the cabin roof.
2. Before setting the boat back into the launching ramp, the securing hook on the ramp
cross-strut should be put in the "open" position.
3. 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.
1.1.4 Description of GFF-boats
Hull and canopy:
The complete boat is constructed of G.R.P. material using selfextinguishing resins.

The hull is of round frame constructions, with a fine entry for high speed and good freefall
immersion characteristics.
The boat has a transom stern with a rescue platform at waterline level designed to assist in
bringing on board those being rescued.
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.
1.1.5 Stowageplan for equipment
1. 1 buoyant bailer
2. 2 buckets
3. 2 hatchets
4. 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
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.
2.
1.
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.
1.1.7 ALARM
DANGER
CAUTION:
Secure all items fasten seat
3. embarcation hatch
hatch and vent
Close all hatches and openings.
4.
Fasten seat belts as soon as seated!!!
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.
1.1.9 The system instruction for launching
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.
Close all hatches and vents.

Fasten seat belts.
Close the valve screw (pos.1), operate the hydraulic

pump (pos.2). (After abt. 20 strokes the locking device
will disengage - the boat is now free.)
CAUTION:
Before replacing the boat in the launching ramp, the
hydraulic piston should brought back into its housed
position by opening the valve screw (pos.1)
MAIN RELEASE PUMP
2
1
4
EMERGENCY RELEASE PUMP
HYDRAULIC PISTON
EMERGENCY RELEASE:
LOCKING DEVICE
Operate only when mainrelease system is damaged.
Close the valve screw (pos. 3).

Operate the emergency release pump (pos. 4). (After abt. 30 strokes the locking device
CAUTION:
Before replacing the boat in the launching ramp, the hydraulic piston should be brought
back into its housed position by opening the valve screw (pos. 3). After replacing the boat
in the launching ramp the valve (pos. 3) should remain in the open position.
1.1.11 Start the engine
compass
N
W O
S
STOP
STOP OFF START
main switch
START
STOP OFF START
ON
AMP OIL TEMP

ON charging lamp
AMP OIL TEMP oil pressure
engine temperature
interior light
masthead lantern
switch/fuse solar cells
searchlight
BUKH ENGINE
neutral
START
and ahead
astern
"grey button"
* speed and gearbox control lever
To start the engine:
1. Switch on main power (main swith). ON
2. With gear lever in NEUTRAL, press the grey button and move lever into Ahead / Start
position.
START
3. Press the START-button.
4. Bring the gear lever back into the NEUTRAL position (the grey gear button springs
back automatically).
* Speed and gear box control lever:
a) With the grey gear button pressed in, the lever controls only the engine speed.
b) With the button in the "out"-position, the lever first operates the gear change (either
ahead or astern) and then by further movement of the lever away from the neutral
position, the engine speed is increased.
1.1.12 Emergency tiller / radar reflector
In case of malfunction of the steering gear it is

possible to steer with an emergency tiller.
1 1. The emergency tiller is located near the seats

2 below the steering tower.
2. Fit the emergency tiller through the floor (near

the embarcation hatch) on to the rudder shaft.
The radar reflector is stored in the equipment

locker. Assemble the radar reflector. Mount it in
the socket on the aft end of the superstructure.
1.1.13 Air supply and sprinkler system
(only for tanker lifeboats)
Befor launching in case of fire:

1. Open the compressed air bottle valves.
2. Close all vents.
3. Open the sea valve at the sprinkler pump.
4. Open the valve of the air supply system.
freshwater connection
After testing the sprinkler system with sea water, the system should be flushed
through with fresh water.
1.1.14 sprinkler system
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.
1.1.15 air supply system
Air supply system:
To supply the boat with fresh air in case of passage through fire or a cloud of gas the boat
is equipped with bottles of compressed air.
The quantity of compressed air is sufficient to supply passengers and engine with fresh air
for 10 minutes.
4
3
5
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.
1.2 Maitenance Manual
NAME
ERNST

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
www.hatecke.de
WARNING
1.2.2 Charging the battery by solar generator
HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915
solar generator
STOP OFF START
ON
AMP OIL TEMP
2
CHARGING OF BATTERIES
1. OFF
2. PUSH IN
3. SWITCH BATTERY
SELECTION WEEKLY
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!
1.2.3 Wiring diagram for battery charging by solargenerator

6 mm schwarz/black
Common negative
8
8A 1,5 mm blue
Search light 55W
1
8A 1,5 mm red
Navigational light 25 W
2
8A 1,5 mm brown
/Internal-compas light 60 W
3
Connection box
50 cm from panel
Solar generator
2,5 mm red 8 6
Overcharge
protection
8A
OFF 2,5 mm orange 7 5
2,5 mm red
2,5 white 1,5 gray
X Electrical charge lamp
ON
1,5 brown
X Oil pressure lamp
1,5 yellow/
2,5 black STOP START green X Water temperature lamp
2,5 blue
A Oil and Water-alarm
Multi plug: for engine connections
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
6mm 6mm 2,5mm 2,5mm 1,5mm 1,5mm 1,5mm 1,5 mm Intermidiate cable.
black red black blue gray brown yellow/green red Length 4,0 m
Multi plug
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
Engine STOP
Temperature Switch
Delivery
with panel Oil pressure switch
1,5 gray
2,5 white
+ - + -
6mm black 50mm 12 V 12 V
61 min 63Ah min 63Ah
B- B+
Starter
Alternator Battery Switch
Dob. charging rectifier
1.2.4 Charging the battery (from the ship)
STOP OFF START

Connect the charger cable
ON
AMP OIL TEMP
Connect the charger cable for 42 Volt AC.
CHARGING OF BATTERIES
1. OFF
2. PUSH IN
3. SWITCH BATTERY
SELECTION WEEKLY
Note:
Check charging current of the battery charger which is fitted under the helmsman´s 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!
1.2.5 Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship
(Standard)

6 mm schwarz/black
Common negative
8
8A 1,5 mm blue
Search light 55W
1
8A 1,5 mm red
2
8A 1,5 mm brown
3
Connection box
50 cm from panel
2,5 mm red
Batterie charger
8A
OFF 12 V= 1A 6A 4A 42 V~
2,5 mm orange
2,5 mm red
2,5 white 1,5 gray
ON
1,5 brown
X Oil pressure lamp
1,5 yellow/
2,5 blue
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
Multi plug
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
Engine STOP
Temperature Switch
Delivery
1,5 gray
2,5 white
+ - + -
B- B+
Starter
1.2.6 Wiring diagram for battery charging from the ship
(with engine heater, optional)

6 mm schwarz/black
Common negative
8
8A 1,5 mm blue
Search light 55W
1
8A 1,5 mm red
2
8A 1,5 mm brown
3
Connection box
50 cm from panel
2,5 mm red
Batterie charger
8A
OFF 12 V= 1A 6A 4A 42 V~
2,5 mm orange
2,5 mm red
2,5 white 1,5 gray
ON
1,5 brown
X Oil pressure lamp
1,5 yellow/
2,5 blue
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
Multi plug
2 3 4 6 5 8 1
Engine STOP
Temperature Switch
Delivery
1,5 gray
2,5 white
+ - + -
B- B+
Starter
weekly monthly yearly when

Electrical installation required
Check battery charging system.

Check functioning of external and inside lights.
Switch the battery switch
Engine
Check fuel level in the tank

(Fill up the fuel tank only on launching ramp).
Check lubricating oil level in the engine and gear box. *
Change engine lubricating oil and oil filter. *
Change gear box lubrication oil. *
Drain condensed water in the fuel tank. *
Check the cooling water level in the compensating tank.
Check the antifreeze in the cooling water.
Test run the engine, demonstrat that the gearbox and
gearbox train are engaging satisfactorily.
Check functioning of the oil pressure lamp, the
cooling water temperature lamp and the battery
charging lamp.
Check the tension of the generators drive-belt.
Grease the sterntube bearings (5 turns with the grease
gun which is fitted in the engine space).
Hydraulic release gear
Check the oil level in the pumps and the fittings

for tightness.
Miscellaneous
Lubricate all hatch dogs and hinges.

Drain the bilge.
Clean the plug.
Clean the boat inner and outer surface with fresh water
and soap (dry the inside of the boat) and wax the
outer surface.
Check that equipment is in order (at boat drill).
Lubricate the release and the lashing hook.
Lubricate the lifting sling.
Visually inspecte the boats to ensure that they are ready
for use.
=1/2 yearly
* These jobs should be done with the boat waterborne and on even keel.
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.
Air supply system
Check the bottle pressure (200 bar) at the pressure gauge

If necessary top up the bottles to 200 bar
Caution!
Do not apply oil anywhere to the air supply system!
Oil under pressure explodes!
Test the air supply system for about 10 minutes on lifeboat drill. After
that top up the bottles to 200 bar (procedure see page 1.1.14).
Try the function of the overpressure-/underpressure flap (located in
the vent).
1.2.9 Maintenance of GRP-boats
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.

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
www.hatecke.de
1.2.10 Lubricant- and fuel plan
OIL LIST FOR FREEFALL-LIFEBOATS, TYPE GFF/GFF M

Ambient temperature for -25 up to +50°C
Est. qty. unit: Oil: LTRS.
Grease: KGS.
No. APPLICATION POINT RECOMMENDATION QTY/SET SET/SHIP TOTAL/SHIP
1 Engine Multigrade oil Look at engine

SAE 15W-40 manual
API CD/SF
2 Gearbox DEXRON Look at engine

ATF-oil manual
API CD/SF
3 fueltank Marine Diesel ca. 120 1 ca.120

with plogging point
lower -25°C
4 Grese points Grease with 2,50 1 2,50

4a Sterntube EP additives
4b Rudder-trunk NLGI-class 2
4c Others
5 Hydr. release system ISO VG 15HLP 3,00 1 3,00
Remarks:
The boat has been delivered with all fuel/oil tanks filled.
For further informations look at engine manufacturers instruction manual.
1.2.11 Overhauling and testing acc.
to SOLAS Chapt.III, Reg. 20. 11. 2
Acc. to SOLAS, Chapt.III, Reg.20.11.2.3 following has to carried out with release system:
"Operationally test under a load of 1.1 times the total mass of the life boat when loaded
with ist full complement of persons and equipment whenever the release gear is
overhauled.
Such overhauling and test shall be carried out at least once every 5 years" Overhauling of
system has to be carried out acc. to requirements of class or national authority.
Please contact authorized service stations for dismantling of system.Overhauling of system
has to be carried outwith boat hanging in the davit or crane (There should be no contact
between the boat and the locking device of the launching ramp).
Testing with 1.1 times x GA:

For release procedure see 1.1.9.
Operate the lever of the main release pump until the pressure gauge shows a pressure
rate of 3300 psi
Let off hydraulic pressure after test procedure, look at page 1.1.9.
WARNING:
During operation of davit be cautious with long links, snap hooks and counter
weights.
1.3 Trainings Manual
NAME
ERNST

Am Ruthenstrom 1
21706 Drochtersen
Phone: 0049-(0)4143-9152-0
Fax: 0049-(0)4143-9152-40
www.hatecke.de
1.3.1 Trainings instructions
To SOLAS chapter III,part B, regulation 19,3.3.3 "each lifeboat shall be launched with
its assigned operating crew aboard and manoeuvred in the water at least once
every three months during an abandon ship drill "....
Freefall lifeboats are required to comply with the requirements of regulation III/19.3.3.4
Lowering rather than free-fall launching is acceptable, where such launching is
impracticable, provided the lifeboat is free-fall launched at least once every six
months.
Furtheron to chapter III,part C, regulation 44, 6.5.1.5

"It should be possible to test the release mechanism without launching the
lifeboat".
On the following pages you will find:

1.3.2 Handling and use of freefall-lifeboat
1.3.3 Launching instructions
1.3.5 Release mechanism test
During training situation there is the possibility to carry out some maintenance acc. to
MAINTENANCE MANUAL in front of this.
WARNING
At launching:
1. The occupants should always use the same seat.
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.
Lifting the boat back on board:

1. Before leaving the seat, loosen the seat belt.
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.
1.3.4 Launching and recovery instructions
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.
Close all hatches and vents.

Fasten seat belts.
Close the valve screw (pos.1), operate the hydraulic

pump (pos.2). (After abt. 20 strokes the locking device
CAUTION:
Before replacing the boat in the launching ramp, the
hydraulic piston should brought back into its housed
position by opening the valve screw (pos.1)
MAIN RELEASE PUMP
2
1
4
EMERGENCY RELEASE PUMP
HYDRAULIC PISTON
EMERGENCY RELEASE:
LOCKING DEVICE
Operate only when mainrelease system is damaged.
Close the valve screw (pos. 3).

Operate the emergency release pump (pos. 4). (After abt. 30 strokes the locking device
CAUTION:
Before replacing the boat in the launching ramp, the hydraulic piston should be brought
back into its housed position by opening the valve screw (pos. 3). After replacing the boat
in the launching ramp the valve (pos. 3) should remain in the open position.
1.3.6 Simulated launching (from MSC/Circ.1137)
INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION

4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT
LONDON SE1 7SR
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.
1.3.7 Simulated launching
The simulated launching operation should be carried out with
special attention, bearing in mind the high risk level of this operation.
Simulated launching of free-fall lifeboats without allowing the lifeboat to fall into the sea.
1. Connect the falls of the davit by their hooks to the long link of the hoisting slings.
2. Top up the davit until the falls, the counterweight, and the long link of the
hoisting slings are all vertical "in line" (hoisting slings also must be tight).
Maybe you have to" winch up" the falls a little bit.
IMPORTANT:
Do not allow slack on the falls, otherwise the running distance on the sliding ramp
will be to long.
3. Disconnect the aft lashing of the boat.

4. Participating crew board the lifeboat and fasten their seatbelts under the supervision of
the responsible person.
5. All crew, except the assigned operating crew (max. 3 persons), 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.
6. The assigned operating crew activates the release mechanism when instructed by the
responsible person.
7. Operate the release mechanism (instructions inside the boat or on page 1.3.4 of this
manual).
8. Recover the lifeboat to its stowed position, using davit and winch (look at Launching ramp
manual) and ensure that the free-fall release mechanism is fully and correctly engaged.
9. Repeat procedures from 6. above, using the back-up release mechanism when applicable.
IMPORTANT:
All information here given on this page depent on ERNST HATECKE GmbH
manufactured davit system type "FFA" ERNST HATECKE GmbH will not be
responsible on any systems of other manufacturers.
For handling and training look at the manuals of these manufacturers.
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DMG-40

MANUAL FOR OPERATION, MAINTENANCE

Boatyard Ernst Hatecke GmbH

1.2 Maintenance Manual

1.3 Trainings manual:

Boatyard Ernst Hatecke GmbH

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1. The occupants should always use the same seat.

Lifting the boat back on board:

1. Before leaving the seat, loosen the seat belt.

Hull and canopy:

The complete boat is constructed of G.R.P. material using selfextinguishing resins.

The innerbottom has hatches to the storage and engine compartmen.

spare parts for the engine:

Note: Do not put on lifejacket

2. Disconnect the battery charger

3. Board the freefall lifeboat.

hatch and vent

Close all hatches and openings.

Instructions for free-fall launching look at next page.

Close all hatches and vents.

Close the valve screw (pos.1), operate the hydraulic

MAIN RELEASE PUMP

Operate only when mainrelease system is damaged.

Close the valve screw (pos. 3).

AMP OIL TEMP

To start the engine:

1. Switch on main power (main swith). ON

* Speed and gear box control lever:

In case of malfunction of the steering gear it is

1 1. The emergency tiller is located near the seats

2. Fit the emergency tiller through the floor (near

The radar reflector is stored in the equipment

Befor launching in case of fire:

The sprinkler system is designed to cool the surface of the boat.

Air supply system:

Refilling of the compressed air bottles

Boatyard Ernst Hatecke GmbH

HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915

STOP OFF START

AMP OIL TEMP

If the engine is running the batteries will be supplied by engines dynamo.

Only sealed Battery type should be used!

HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915

Dob. charging rectifier

HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915

STOP OFF START

AMP OIL TEMP

Connect the charger cable for 42 Volt AC.

Only sealed Battery type should be used!

HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915

Dob. charging rectifier

HATECKE Lifeboat totalpanel type: 2 BUKH stock no. 008E8915

Dob. charging rectifier

weekly monthly yearly when

Check battery charging system.

Check fuel level in the tank

Hydraulic release gear

Check the oil level in the pumps and the fittings

Lubricate all hatch dogs and hinges.

weekly monthly yearly

After testing, the sprinkler system should be flushed through with

Air supply system

Check the bottle pressure (200 bar) at the pressure gauge