PALFINGER NED-DECK MACHINE/

TECHNICAL MANUAL INSTALLATION

OPERATION MANUAL SPARE PART AND COMPONENT BOOK
INSTALLATION MANUAL INSTALLATION MANUAL

ORIGINAL ENGLISH MANUAL

TRANSLATION BY PALFINGER NED-DECK OF ORIGINAL ENGLISH MANUAL

PROVISIONAL EDITION

FINAL EDITION

REVISED EDITION

MACHINE TYPE PRHE

IHC Offshore & Marine

Instruction Manual
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Important Information
Copyright © PALFINGER NED-DECK 2009
The copyright on this manual and any other information supplied remains the property of
PALFINGER NED-DECK.
The information may only be used for installation, training and servicing according to the
function it was originally intended.
Re-use, re-engineering, reproduction or transmission, other than as mentioned here, in any
form, in whole or in part, by electronic or mechanical means, without the prior written ap-
proval of PALFINGER NED-DECK, is prohibited.
Copyright © or trademark ™ notices may not be removed.
Third party trademarks and/or copyright material are property of their owners.

Warranty
Warranty on products of PALFINGER NED-DECK B.V. will be fully in accordance with the
“General Terms and Conditions of Contract of Holland Marine Equipment Association
(HME)”, filed with the Clerk of Rotterdam District Court on May 31st 2002, File number
71/2002.*

Liability
Will be fully in accordance with the “General Terms and Conditions of Contract of Holland
Marine Equipment Association (HME)”, filed with the Clerk of Rotterdam District Court on
May 31st 2002, File number 71/2002.*
* See: [Link]

Statutory regulations

The information in this manual is generally valid information applicable to the PRHE davit.
The eventual installation will have to comply with the statutory rules and regulations as
prevailing locally in the country where the PRHE davit is being used. PALFINGER NED-DECK
will not accept any claims from third parties caused by non-compliance with these statutory
rules and regulations.

Execution of work

PALFINGER NED-DECK is not responsible for execution of the work with or on the PRHE
davit. This work should be carried out by properly trained persons.

Liability for the contents of this manual

Although the greatest care has been taken to arrive at a correct and complete description of
the connection of the PRHE davit, PALFINGER NED-DECK and its re sellers do not accept any
liability for damage resulting from any inaccuracies and/or omissions in this manual.

Deficiencies
If you encounter any deficiencies in this manual, however, we would very much appreciate
being notified of them. This helps us to further optimize our documentation.

General
Personnel must be trained for safety, operations and general maintenance on a regular
base.

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Contents
Important Information.......................................................................................... 3

1 Introduction........................................................................................................ 6
1.1 General............................................................................................................. 6
1.2 Introduction....................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Target group..................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Supplement to manual..................................................................................... 7
1.5 Conventions..................................................................................................... 7
1.6 He / she form.................................................................................................... 7
1.7 Revision sheet.................................................................................................. 7
2 Technical specification..................................................................................... 8
2.1 General............................................................................................................. 8
2.2 Technical specifications.................................................................................... 11
3 Preparation arrival unloading installing....................................................................... 12
3.1 General............................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Arrival storage and unloading........................................................................... 12
3.3 Installing........................................................................................................... 15

4 Machine descriptions and functions............................................................... 18

4.1 General............................................................................................................. 18
4.2 Winch system................................................................................................... 19
4.3 Hydraulic System............................................................................................. 21
4.4 Remote control................................................................................................. 22
4.5 Electric System................................................................................................. 23
4.6 Shock absorber................................................................................................ 25
4.7 Hydraulic cylinders........................................................................................... 25
4.8 Boat supports (optional)................................................................................... 25

5 Alignment adjustment and calibration............................................................ 26

6 Safety.................................................................................................................. 27
6.1 General............................................................................................................. 27
6.2 Responsibilities................................................................................................ 28
6.3 Operator essential requirements...................................................................... 28
6.4 Operator duties and responsibilities................................................................. 29
6.5 Controls and instruments description............................................................... 29
6.6 Preliminary advices and checks....................................................................... 30
7 Operation........................................................................................................... 31
7.1 General............................................................................................................. 31
7.2 Starting up procedure ..................................................................................... 35
7.3 Launching instructions...................................................................................... 35
7.4 Launching and recovering procedure in emergency cases.............................. 38
8 Trouble shooting............................................................................................... 40
8.1 Way of solving problems.................................................................................. 40

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9 Maintenance....................................................................................................... 41
9.1 General............................................................................................................. 41
9.2 Maintenance time schedule.............................................................................. 42
9.3 Maintenance tasks........................................................................................... 42
9.4 Maintenance schedule..................................................................................... 43
9.5 Maintenance instructions.................................................................................. 47
10 Spare parts....................................................................................................... 49
10.1 Recommended ship spares............................................................................ 49
11 Indirect suppliers documentation.................................................................. 50
11.1 General........................................................................................................... 50
12 Drawing and listings....................................................................................... 51
12.1 General........................................................................................................... 51
13 Appendix ......................................................................................................... 52
13.1 Appendix 1: Accumulator Discharge............................................................... 52
13.2 Appendix 2: Annual Accumulator Nitrogen Check.......................................... 54
13.3 Appendix 3: Adjustment Limit switch.............................................................. 56
13.4 Appendix 4: Lubricant & hydraulic oil Recommendation schedule......................58
13.5 Appendix 5 adjustment counter balance valve .............................................. 59
13.6 Appendix 6: Logbook for records of inspections and maintenance......................60

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1 Introduction
1.1 General
All systems that are delivered to the customer are fully tested according the rules and
regulations applicable. During these tests, all installed hydraulic and electric equipment has
been set for optimal performance of the system.

For a safe operation of the system, the operators need to be fully aware of the systems
functions and how to control them. Therefore we insist to read this manual before starting
system operations.

Follow every instruction in this handbook. This will prevent for possible accidents and the
periodic maintenance will assure a long working life. Incorrect maintenance results in
warranty loss. For maintenance purposes we recommend the customers to have a 2 year
operational spare parts package present.

1.2 Introduction
The life saving system is designed as such, that all necessary functions for hoisting and low-
ering of the craft are fulfilled.
The system corresponds to the enclosed arrangement drawing.

The PRHE davit system is designed for launching and recovering (fast) rescue boats. This
procedure can be executed with the operator unit, the remote control of the davit and the
control valve on the hydraulic power pack.

The davit is equipped with an accumulator system for launching of the Fast Rescue Boat
under normal and “dead ship” conditions. This accumulator system allows in dead ship situ-
ation to swing out the davit from full inboard to full outboard position, with a fully loaded
rescue boat. From this point the boat can be lowered on gravity from near the winch or
within the boat.

Standard the PRHE system is delivered with a fixed top sheave. optional the PRHE davit can
be equipped with a “shock absorber” system to avoid overload of the davit system in rough
operational conditions.

It will be evident that this davit system requires an embarkation platform on the stowed
position level. In the case of rescue boat handling system, the entry to this platform should
be wide enough to handle a stretcher carrying a wounded person.

1.3 Target group

This manual is made to assist personnel responsible for:

- Operation.
- Installation.
- Maintenance.
It is the owners responsibility:
All personnel, working with or on the installation, described in this manual, must be familiar
with the contents of this manual.
Division of text into Operator and Technical Manual.
Target group Chapters*
Operating manual Operator 1, 4, 7, 8 and 9
Technical manual Maintenance and Service 1 till 13 (all)
personnel (and Staff)
* The Operating manual is a sub-set of chapters from the Technical manual.

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1.4 Supplement to manual

If you receive any supplements to this manual from your supplier, these should be added to
the manual immediately.

1.5 Conventions
In this manual the following signs are used to draw the reader’s attention to items of special
importance.

Danger
Identifies possible dangers in operation and maintenance.
Ignoring the information can result in death, serious injury or equipment damage.

Warning
Identifies possible dangers in operation and maintenance.
Ignoring the information can result in serious injury or equipment damage.

Caution
Identifies conditions that can disturb the normal process and can damage the
equipment or product.

Instruction
Important instructions will be indicated with this sign!
Follow these instructions always.

Warning
Danger for injury by electrical power.

Warning
Crush hazard. Keep hands clear.

Environmental advice
Advice to exonerate the environment or to stimulate recycling.

1.6 He / she form

In this manual persons are referred to as “he”. We are aware of the fact that this may also
be “she”. For readability purposes only we have elected to use the “he” form.

1.7 Revision sheet

Date Chapter Description Name

30-01-2013 Manual Spare parts hydraulical /electrical added JBE
30-01-2013 Manual Revision changed to V 0.1 date 2013-01 JBE
30-01-2013 13.4 Oil sheet changed JBE

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2 Technical specification

2.1 General
This chapter covers the technical specifications of the PRHE davit.

2.1.1 System layout

G1
Standard

J Optional

G2

F
I E
A
L
E

B
H
C
C

A = Frame davit
B = Winch
C = Hydraulic Power Pack Unit (HPU) and accumulator
D = Electrical system
E = Wire Rope remote control
F = Wire Rope
G = Shock absorber (G2) (optional). Top sheave (G1) (standard).
H = Hydraulic cylinders
I = Remote control
J = Maintenance sling
K = Lashing gear (not illustrated)
L = Boat supports (optional)

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[Link] Davit Frame (A)
The davit arm is a welded construction of a hollow section, a pipe, steel plates and a flange.
The arm is equipped with mounting foundations for the winch, top sheave and electric cabi-
net.

[Link] Winch (B)

Each PRHE davit is supplied with a winch, a basic winch consists of:

- Gearbox.
- Drum, with separate section for the remote control wire.
- Speed reducer gear.
- Manual cranking gear (Crank shaft & Crank house).
- Hand wheel.
- Safety Brake (Centrifugal Brake).
- Holding Brake. (Stop brake of the “dead-man” type).

[Link] Hydraulic Power Pack Unit and accumulator (C)

The hydraulic power pack unit on the davit. It consists of the following main components:
- Stainless steel hydraulic tank.
- Drain valve. Located in bottom of power pack.
- Hydraulic pump. Located inside power pack.
- Electric motor. Located inside power pack.
- Pressure switches. Located inside power pack.
- Pressure relieve valve. Located on top of the power pack.
- Control valve. Located on top of the power pack.
- Accumulator. Located on one side of the davit.

[Link] Electrical system (D)

The electric components are connected to an electric circuit. The installed components are
as follows:

- Electric motor on the winch and HPU.

- Electric cabinet.
- Limit Switch.
- Pressure switches in HPU.

[Link] Wire Rope remote control (E)

The installed wire rope of the remote control is made of ø3 mm stainless steel.

[Link] Wire rope (F)

The installed wire rope Non rotating, galvanized and greased wire rope, provided with thim-
ble on one end.
The rope is of sufficient length (See for more detailed information chapter 2.2).

[Link] Shock absorber (G)

The shock absorber (Optional) is to avoid overload of the davit system in rough operational
conditions.

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[Link] Hydraulic cylinders (H)
Two hydraulic cylinders move the davit arm from the inboard to the outboard position.

[Link] Remote Control (I)

The remote control is located at the top of the davit nearby the release hook and consists of
two remote control handles, one to bring the rescue boat to the outboard position and one
for lowering.

[Link] Maintenance sling (J)

The maintenance sling is used to secure the rescue boat to the davit during maintenance of
the davit.
It is not allowed to use the maintenance sling for securing the rescue boat.

[Link] Lashing Gear (K)

When not actually in use, the craft should be reliably stowed on sea. The way in which the
gripe lines should be applied, as well as further details, follow from the accompanying draw-
ing arrangement plan and the specific drawing of the griping gear itself. By applying the
griping gear, the craft is secured in a seaworthy position. To prepare the appliance for craft
launching, the boat has to be set ready first by slipping the gripe lines.

[Link] Boat supports (L)

The boat supports (optional) are mounted to support the rescue boat in stowed position.

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2.2 Technical specifications

See Order Specification Document.

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3 Preparation arrival unloading installing

3.1 General

Thoroughly read and understand these instructions.

The first paragraphs describe the preparations that must be made before the machinery is
placed.

Caution
When in doubt, contact PALFINGER NED-DECK before undertaking any activity.

3.2 Arrival storage and unloading

3.2.1 Arrival
- Check supplied goods with the packing / shipping list.
- Check for possible damage in the presence of the transporter or his representative.

Any damage must be noted on the freight bill and signed by the transporter or his
representative.
A detailed description of the damage (including photographs) must be immediately
communicated in writing to:

- The shipping agent.

- Insurance agent.
- PALFINGER NED-DECK.

Do not change or repair anything before agreement of all parties involved.

In addition, refer to PALFINGER NED-DECK’s Conditions of Sale.

3.2.2 Storage
If the system is stored inside:
- The system is painted with one layer epoxy primer.
- The system has to be stored in a dry area, where the temperature remains steady.
- Protection against damage is needed, check every month for rust, dust and dirt,
clean and paint if necessary.
The system can be stored inside for about one year.

If the system is stored outside:

- The system must be painted with two or three layers paint.
- The electric heating of winch and/or HPU electric motor and electric cabinet must
be on.
- Protection against damage is needed, check every month for rust, dust and dirt,
clean and paint if necessary.
The system can be stored outside for about one year.

Protection against corrosion due to unsuitable storage conditions is the buyer’s

responsibility.
PALFINGER NED-DECK cannot accept any guarantee claims for damage caused by
incorrect storage.

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3.2.3 Unloading and internal transport

Moving machinery should be carried out by:

- Trained personnel.
- According PALFINGER NED-DECK’s specific advise.

Hoisting:
- Always hoist slowly and gradually, avoiding shocks.
- Use the hoist-connections on top of the davit / crane.
- Use certified hoisting equipment.
- Use a crane to lift the davit / crane

PALFINGER NED-DECK cannot accept any guarantee claims for damage caused by incorrect
transportation.

If a PALFINGER NED-DECK service engineer is present, he can be asked for advice

but cannot be held responsible for any damage which may occur.

- Use a crane to lift the main machine modules.

- Use a fork-lift truck to lift small modules.

Use lifting equipment with sufficient lifting capacity.

3.2.4 Corrosion and moisture protection

The hydraulic system is protected for about one year, the oil left after factory inspection is
sufficient for internal corrosion protection.

The winch 04 and 15 are protected for about one year the oil left after factory inspection is
sufficient for internal corrosion protection.

The heaters in the electric motors on winch and/or HPU and electric cabinet must be on if
the system is stored outside to prevent moisture due to condensation.

3.2.5 Filling the HPU with oil

Some davits or cranes are filled trough an oil fill plug on the return filter.
If the system is not equipped with a filling plug on the return filter, then use a separate filter
unit to fill the hydraulic system of the davit with oil.

3.2.6 Replacement filters

After a long period of storage the first set of filter elements have to be replaced after
approx. 30 operating hours, because there can be remains rests of dirt from the
construction of the piping left in the system.
Filter elements always have to be replaced by new elements. They cannot be washed out or
regenerated.

We advise to keep several filter elements on stock.

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3.2.7 General hoisting info

Use lifting straps and cables correctly.

Use lifting lugs and hoist connections correctly.

Frames, lifting lugs and hoist connections are designed for
lifting in vertical direction only.

When hoisting with slings, cables or chains at an “apex

angle” configuration, the stress increases when increasing
the angle.

3.2.8 General lifting information

When using a forklift truck: Set the forks of the forklift as far
apart as possible and lift up the pallet with two forks!
Avoid bumping load on the system while moving.

3.2.9 Cleaning
Clean the davit / crane with regular soap and water or a de greaser.

Warning
Never use a pressure washer to clean the davit / crane, high pressure can damage
the electric and hydraulic system.

3.2.10 Dimensions and weights

See “Technical specifications” for indication of dimensions and weights (See chapter 2.2).

Before lifting, see “Technical specifications” for actual weights.

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3.3 Installing
1. Complete davit, fully assembled in a small and easy transportable size.

2. Weld or bolt the system on to the deck foundation according attached drawing.

3. Put the main switch (H) to OFF (0) and activate the emergency switch (I) on the
operator unit.

H
I

4. Connect main cable in the electric cabinet (3 phases and earth).

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6. Remove steel plug on placed breather (D) and fill the tank with hydraulic oil till upper
sight glass (E) (Approx. 60 litre), if tank is filled place breather (D).

Fill the tank the first time till half upper sight glass (E), after the HPU is started the
oil will fill the accumulator and the tank level will be lower.
The normal oil level should be above lower sight glass (F).
7. Put the main switch to ON and deactivate the emergency stop switch.

8. Pressure sensors will detect low pressure and will start recharging the stored power
bottle. End pressure will be approx. 320 Bar.
9. Shortly push the “Green” button (G) on the Operator unit. This will activate the
hoisting winch. If the drum does not turn and only produces a buzzing sound the
rotating direction of the winch must be corrected by turning two phases.
After changing two phases the “Green” button should be shortly pushed to check the
winch direction.

G
I
10. Lift the davit arm base frame (L) about five centimetre by pulling control valve
(K) to position (O), to prevent the paint on the davit is damaged when the davit arm
upper part (M) is lifted.
The tightening torques are mentioned on the general arrangement drawing.

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 M

11. Remove the breather (A) of the winch and fill the winch with oil (approx. 15-17 litre).
Check oil level, middle of sight glass (C) when davit is in outboard position (B).
Place breather on position (A).
Please fill the winch with gear train oil, as per “Lubricant & Hydraulic Oil
Recommendation Schedule” – Life Saving Winch (See chapter 13.4 Appendix 4).

12. Continue winching and check limit switch end position. Do this with care since the
switch has no final setting. This can only be done when the boat is suspended.
13. Attach boat and check/adjust limit switch according (Chapter 13 Appendix 3).
14. Finally perform a LOAD TEST. As per provided document “Board test protocol
PRHE. Do note the class surveyor has to give final approval.
15. Davit is ready for use.

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4 Machine descriptions and functions

4.1 General
The PRHE davit consist of the following parts:

D
A
F
B
B

The characters in the module identification refer to sections in which the modules are de-
scribed.
A = Winch
B = Hydraulic Power Pack Unit
C = Remote Control
D = Electrical system
E = Shock absorber
F = Hydraulic cylinders
G = Boat supports (optional)

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4.2 Winch system

This winch is the Type 04-03 winch equipped with:

F = Drum for wire rope and CABLE remote control lowering

G = Safety brake lowering
H = Break gear
I = Electric motor
J = Limit switch
K = Manual hoisting facility
L = Electric cabinet and operator unit (L1)

F J K I

G H L L1

4.2.1 Drum
To coil, accommodate, or unwind the necessary wire rope fall parts, the winch is equipped
with a drum, the shaft of which is being supported in roller bearings.

4.2.2 Safety gear (centrifugal brake)

To the purpose of gravity lowering an automatic governor brake has been installed, keeping
the rate of lowering speed situated within permissible limits.

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4.2.3 Brake gear (Stop brake)

The brake gear is used to hold the davit system and rescue boat in any position in
emergency situations.
By lifting the brake lever a spindle type axial mechanism opens the coupling between the
gear train and this freewheel coupling; lowering due to gravity with a speed governed by
the safety gear is possible.
By releasing the brake lever the lever drops back to the neutral position, the brake gear
prevents lowering by gravity.

4.2.4 Electric motor

A electric motor represents the motor power unit, creating the possibility of hoisting the
survival craft with a speed of minimum 18 m/min. Lowering by means of this motor is
standard not possible (Optional upon request possible).

4.2.5 Manual hoisting facility

Apart from hoisting the load by motor power, there is also a back kick proof manual hoisting
facility, enabling the craft to be recovered by manual cranking if needed. To that purpose
the ratchet (W) has to be inserted into the crank housing (X), and has to be moved back
and forth as long as necessary.
If not required the ratchet should be stored at the back of the electric cabinet of the davit.
If the ratchet is inserted the electric motor may not be activated (Shut off electric power).
During gravity lowering the ratchet will not rotate .

Warning
Ensure ratchet is not installed in the gear. Lowering or raising with the ratchet
installed could cause injury or dead.

4.2.6 Function of the hand wheel

Hand wheel (M) is used during maintenance to lower an empty hook. By lifting the brake
lever (N) and pushing the hand wheel into the counter flange at the same time, the hand
wheel can be rotated to lower the hook.

Warning
Please be aware that, because of your safety, that of others and damage prevention,
the brake lever should never be lifted during service when a load is present in the
hook system!

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4.2.7 Brake Lever.
The brake lever (N) is designed as such, that the own weight of the lever creates enough
force to activate the hold brake. Therefore it is not necessary to force the lever into action
by hand force or any other force extra applied.

Please be advised that by applying an extra weight or force on the brake lever, the bearing
which is located behind the driven gear wheel inside the winch can be damaged.

4.3 Hydraulic System.

The hydraulic system is designed to take over manual slewing. Slewing out from stowed
position to the launching position is realized by accumulated (stored) power. The power
needed is obtained by the hydraulic power pack. The hydraulic power pack consists of the
following main components:

O P Q R

- Hydraulic tank (O) with drain valve. (Contains hydraulic oil).

- Hydraulic pump. (inside tank).
- Electric motor. (Drives a hydraulic pump to maintain pressure, inside tank).
- Pressure switches. (Activates E-motor HPU when more pressure is needed).
- Discharge valve (R). (Accumulator discharge see Appendix 1).
- Control valve (Q).
- Accumulator (P). (Maintains pressure / stored power).

Always open discharge valve so the pressure can drop slowly, if not done it is
possible the balloon in the accumulator will crack.

The hydraulic pump provide an oil pressure of maximal 320 Bar, the pump stops if this pres-
sure is reached, if the pressure is lower than 290 Bar the hydraulic pump starts again.

The power consumption of the power pack is approx. 3.5 kW. The accumulator capacity is
32 litre (dm3). This capacity is sufficient to bring the davit arm to out board position.

See attached hydraulic diagram.

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4.4 Remote control

The remote control (T) is located at the top of the davit and consists of two remote control
handles, one to bring the rescue boat to the outboard position (U) one for lowering (V).

U V

Is connected by a cable to the control valve of the hydraulic power pack, the
procedure to bring the davit outboard starts by pulling the handle.

Is connected by a cable to the brake lever of the winch, by pulling the handle the
brake will be released and the lowering starts.

For activating the lowering and to bring the davit in outboard position within the survival
craft, a remote control system has been installed.
•To bring the davit in outboard position (U), the boat can be moved into outboard
position by activating the hydraulic valve.
To activate:
- Pull firmly.
- Slewing on one speed.
- Not proportional.
•Lowering system (P), the control lever can be activated by the boat handling crew
from within the craft.
To activate:
- Pull firmly.
- Controlled speed lowering.
- Proportional.
Warning
For means of personal safety, never wrap the control line around your fingers or hand.
Any obstruction from the outside can lead to serious wounds.

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4.5 Electric System
The electric components are connected to a electric circuit. The installed components are as
follows:

- Limit switch.
- Electric cabinet.
- Electric motor on winch.
- Electric motor hydraulic pump.
- E-motor heating.
- Electric cabinet heating.

4.5.1 Limit switch L

Additional information (see pictures above):

1, 2, 3 & 4 are E-wiring connectors.
S1 is the adjusting screw for CAM1 (highest hoisting point).
S2 is the adjusting screw for CAM 2 (lowest hoisting point. Not applicable for this davit ap-
plication).
S3 is a combined adjuster for both CAM1 and CAM2, not applicable for this davit application.

The limit switch highest hoisting point is adjusted on a distance of 100-200 mm between
boat and davit head. (For adjustment limit switch(L) see Chapter 13.3 Appendix 3).

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4.5.2 Electric cabinet and operator box

The electric cabinet is placed on the davit and is of the enclosure class IP56.
The following controls/alarms are situated on the electric cabinet:

- Main switch, with this switch the electric supply to the system can be controlled.

The electric cabinet contains a stand-by heating element connected to the 230V circuit.

The following controls are situated on the operator unit:

- Emergency switch , with this switch the system will shut down in an emergency
situation.
- Power ON indicator white, this indicator lights as soon as the main power switch
has been activated.
- Failure indicator red, this indicator lights in case of a system failure.
- Push button green, push this button to start hoisting the rescue craft, release button
to stop hoisting.

The lowering function is still possible if the emergency switch is activated.

The electric cabinet contains a stand-by heating element connected to the 220V circuit.

4.5.3 Electric motor on the winch

The electric motor, creates the possibility of hoisting the rescue boat with a speed of mini-
mum 18 m/min. Lowering by means of this motor is not possible. The motor contains a
stand-by heating element connected to the electric cabinet on the 220 V circuit.
Electric motor rotation enacted by actuation of the green push button on the control box
results in a corresponding drum rotation. Lifting the brake lever is not allowed, since this
makes the hoisting procedure impossible.

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4.6 Shock absorber

The shock absorber system fulfils two important functions,

in the first place to safeguard the davit against shock loads
and secondly to compensate for cable shortening that
occurs when the davit arm is moved to the outboard
position. This “shortening” is not so much the result of a
change in the length of the hoisting cable but of the fact
that, when the A-frame is moved to the outboard position,
the system is requiring wire compensation.

It is essential that the shock absorber is in a good condition. Next to the visual check
before each launch the nitrogen/oil pressure inside the shock absorber must be
check at regular intervals.

4.7 Hydraulic cylinders

Two hydraulic cylinders are used to bring the davit from inboard position (1) to outboard
position (2), the cylinders are equipped with two greasing points per cylinder.

2
1

4.8 Boat supports (optional)

The boat supports (Z) are placed at both sides of the davit and are used to support the boat
on the davit in the stowed position, the boat supports are hinged mounted so the will follow
the boat position when it is placed on the davit.

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5 Alignment adjustment and calibration
Check Limit switch on correct adjustment (for adjustment see Chapter 13 Appendix 3).

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6 Safety
6.1 General
The PALFINGER NED-DECK PRHE davit may only be operated by qualified and/or trained
operators.
The operator must ensure that only authorized persons perform work on the PRHE davit.
Every person involved in assembly, operation, maintenance and/or repair of the
PRHE davit must have read and understood the operating instructions including the Safety
Guidelines.
The general rules for prevention of accidents shall apply when operating the PRHE davit.
Make sure that loose clothing or long hair are not pulled into the PRHE davit.
Warning and Information signs may not be removed. They must at all times be in a perfect,
legible condition.
It is not allowed to change or dismantle protective facilities.
Do not climb on the PRHE davit and do not use parts of the PRHE davit as climbing tools.

Danger
The Electric cabinet may only be opened by qualified persons.

Danger
Live electrical parts must not come into contact with water. There might be a
danger of electrocution.

Be aware that components may carry a charge, also after the system has been switched off.
Only qualified persons are allowed to carry out maintenance, inspection and repair work.

Switch off the Electric cabinet with the main switch and secure it against reactivation.
When working inside the Electric cabinet, be aware that the system is still in operation and
that live electrical parts are present.
Switch off the Electric cabinet to avoid any risk of electrocution.

Before starting to work on hydraulic controlled parts: put the PRHE davit to depressurized
state. Secure the depressurized state.

Spare parts must comply with the PALFINGER NED-DECK specifications.

Conversions, alterations or changes to the program are only allowed after permission from
PALFINGER NED-DECK.
The PRHE davit is intended exclusively for the field of application described in the operat-
ing instructions. Any other use is not in accordance with the specifications and therefore is
considered improper use. PALFINGER NED-DECK accepts no liability for any damage result-
ing from such actions.
Note the position of the Emergency Stops in case of a malfunction.

GENERAL SAFETY REMINDERS: THINK SAFETY - WORK SAFELY.

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6.2 Responsibilities
The employer is responsible for selecting appropriately trained employees.
PALFINGER NED-DECK PRHE davit conducts training classes. We strongly suggest that you
enrol your employees before delivery of the vessel.

Manuals are provided with each PALFINGER NED-DECK PRHE davit and it should be available
on board for use by personnel working on the product.

Guards and shields should be in place at all times.

All employees should be aware of first aid facilities and be encouraged to use them, regard-
less of the severity of the injury.

Employees should be encouraged to report any hazardous conditions to their supervisors.

Fire prevention must be practised, and fire protection must be available to prevent loss of
life, personal injury, and to protect property.

Appropriate Personal protective devices, such as protective footwear and safety glasses,
should be used when operating PALFINGER NED-DECK PRHE davit.

Users must have available adequate lifting facilities capable of lifting within the safe load
limits and appropriate slings and hitches.

The employer must insist that his employees study this safety information and make sure
that safety is practised.

6.3 Operator essential requirements

Personnel that will operate the PRHE davit must be authorized and competent to do so. The
following characteristics must be present:

6.3.1 Physical
• Good eyesight.
• Good hearing.
• Capability to carry out necessary tasks safely.
• No incapacitating disabilities.
• No drugs, medicines or alcohol may be consumed.

6.3.2 Mental
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, safety instructions and precautions.
• Responsible.
• Alert character.
• Capable of using his judgment to ensure safety for himself and others.

6.3.3 Emotional
• Operator must be calm and able to withstand stress.

6.3.4 Training
The operator must:
• Have read, studied and assimilated the contents of this manual together with all
accompanying graphs, diagrams, information plates and danger notices.
• Be skilled and qualified in all aspects of system operation and maintenance.
• Have practice using the equipment controls before putting the system in to full use.

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6.4 Operator duties and responsibilities

6.4.1 Duties
The operator should carry out the following duties:

• PRHE davit operation.

• Assembly / disassembly of (optional) parts.
• Servicing the system.

6.4.2 Responsibilities
• The operator is directly responsible for every action he takes within the above
mentioned duties.

6.4.3 Control post

• The control post must be kept clean and accessible for the operator to freely operate
the system.

6.5 Controls and instruments description

6.5.1 Safety devices

The machine is equipped with safety switch located on the operator unit.
In the electrical diagram you will find a overview of the safety device.
This information is copied in the layout below.

Emergency stop button/switch

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6.6 Preliminary advices and checks

Before starting up the PRHE davit it is recommended to perform the following checks:

• Check the hydraulic oil level inside the power unit’s reservoir.
• At first time operation, it is advised to control the system in an idle way.
• To prevent serious injuries, do not operate the system before becoming familiar with it.

6.6.1 Hydraulic fluid leaks

Check if there are leaks due to slacked connections, damaged hoses etc. In the first case it
should be enough to tighten the slacked connections whilst in the second case it is neces-
sary to replace the damaged part.

6.6.2 Checking for the readability of plates

For safety reasons, maintain legibility of information plates at all times.

6.6.3 davit launch/recovery under icing conditions

The crew should remain under every circumstances that the davit is effective under condi-
tions of icing

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7 Operation
7.1 General
This chapter contains the information on how to operate the PRHE davit.

7.1.1 Operator locations

A = Electric cabinet.
B = Remote control.
C = Operator unit.
D = Brake lever / manual hoisting.
E = Control valve

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7.1.2 Electric cabinet and operator unit (A, C)

C
4

A 1

2
5
3

ELEMENT DESCRIPTION
1 INDICATOR LIGHT WHITE Indicating power on.
2 INDICATOR LIGHT RED Indicating system failure (indication of a failure in the
electric circuit).
3 HOISTING Push button to start hoisting rescue craft, release to stop
hoisting.
4 EMERGENCY STOP Push button to activate, rotate to release.
When activated, the electric power on the davit is shut
off.
5 POWER ON/OFF Main switch, to switch the power ON or OFF.

If the emergency stop is activated the it is still possible to bring the davit arm into
the outboard position (accumulated power) and to lower the boat (gravity).

7.1.3 Remote control (B)

The remote control (E) is located at the top of the davit and consists of two remote control
handles, one to bring the davit in outboard position (G) one for lowering (H).

H
E
Danger
For reason of personal safety never attempt to wrap the control line round fingers or
hand, for any obstruction on the outside could lead to serious wounds then.

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7.1.4 Manual hoisting (D)
Place ratchet (M) has to be inserted into the crank housing (N), and has to be moved back
and forth as long as necessary.

7.1.5 Control valve (E)

With control valve (R) the davit can be brought into out board and inboard position:
- Pull valve up (O) to bring the davit into the outboard position
- Push valve down (P) to bring the davit into the inboard position.

7.1.6 Brake lever (D)

With brake lever (K) the lowering procedure can be done by moving the handle (L) upwards.

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7.1.7 Discharge valve

The discharge valve is used to release the pressure of the hydraulic system, with discharge
valve (1) the system can be discharged (see 13.1 Appendix 1: Accumulator discharge).
C = Charged D = Discharged

D
1

Always open discharge valve so the pressure can drop slowly, if not done it is
possible the balloon in the accumulator will crack.

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7.2 Starting up procedure

7.2.1 Before switching ON

- Make sure the installation is in good condition.
- Check the installation on visible damage and correct connection
- Check hydraulic oil level.

7.2.2 Switching ON
- Switch on main power switch to on and deactivate the emegency stop switch, check
turning direction E-motor HPU.
- Check hydraulic pressure (320 bar).
- Switch it off again after 2-3 seconds and wait for 10 seconds. Repeat this cycle at
least three times. (This is to help air escape from the system).
- Fully fold and unfold the cylinders several times. Again this is to release air in the
hydraulic system.
- Check the limit switch positions.

If all checks are carried out correctly, then the davit is ready to operate.

Main switch is always ON (1) to hold hydraulic pressure on the system, only for
maintenance reasons it is switched OFF (0).

When a offload release hook is used a painter line is required.

7.3 Launching instructions

To assure a safe and well-executed launching, for each davit system, an instruction plate
has been installed. This instruction plate, showing the exact sequence of the launching
procedure is placed near the embarkation position. By following the instructions one by one
safe launching is guaranteed. Nevertheless the complete procedures for a safe launching
and recovery will be reviewed in the next paragraph.

7.3.1 Rescue boat Launching and Recovery

For a safe launching the following actions should be taken by the boat handling crew:

[Link] Preparations before launching

Before the system can be used the following points must be checked:

- Main switch ”ON”. Main power on the starter box must always be switched “ON” in
order to power a stand-by heater in the electric cabinet and to keep pressure in the
accumulator.
- Emergency stop switch on operating unit is not activated.
- Check if painter line is attached and painter release hook is locked.
- Visual check lifting cable, thimble and lifting link.
- Visual check shock absorber (position must be fully out).
- Remove boat protection covers.
- Disconnect shore-supply cable.
- Check and remove any obstruction.
- Remove griping gear (boat lashing).
- Check boat (for checklist boat see boat manual).
- If available check communication equipment between boat crew and davit operator;

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[Link] Launching procedure normal operation

Warning
Do not embark more than permitted in the boat, not counting any gear.
Do not exceed the safe working load of the davit or rescue boat.

Warning
Ensure at least three windings remain on the winch at all times. Three windings are
required to ensure safe loading of the davit winch.

The following actions have to be taken:

- Embark personnel. (Do not exceed the safe working load of the davit or rescue
boat.)
- Bring the painter line in the outboard position.
At this stage the painter line should still have a certain slack.
- When safe to do so. Pull control valve on HPU up.
The hydraulic cylinders will bring the davit arm into the fully outboard position.
- Release the valve when the davit arm is fully outboard.
- Check painter line and if necessary tighten it up.
- Lower the rescue boat by lifting the brakelever.
- Start engine of boat , following the instructions of the boat builder.
- When waterborne release the boathook.

Do not release the painter line at this stage.

- Hoist empty wire (approx. 3 mtr) to avoid personal and material damage caused by
a empty link hanging around.
- Release painter line and sail away from the ship.

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[Link] Recovery procedure normal operation

Warning
Do not embark more persons than permitted in the rescue boat, not counting any
gear. Do not exceed the safe working load of the davit or rescue boat.

Warning
Ensure at least three windings remain on the winch at all times. Three windings are
required to ensure safe loading of the davit winch.

The following actions have to be taken:

- The Davit must be in the full outboard position.

Danger
Do not lower the wire at this stage. A loose handing wire and link could cause
damage to personal and boat.

- The recovery of any boat is only allowed with no more persons in the boat than
permitted not counting any additional gear. Do not exceed the safe working load of the
davit or boat.
- Manoeuvre boat / rescue boat next to the mother vessel and attach painter-line, the
painter line jib (optional) must be in the outboard position.
- Manoeuvre boat under the lifting point.
- On command of the boat crew the davit operator lowers the lifting line.
- Make sure the wire rope falls contain slack and fasten the suspension ring to the boat
lifting hook. Ensure three windings remain on the winch drums at all times.
- Check with boat crew that the hook is fully engaged and locked prior to continuing.
- Ensure wire rope is wound on the winch drum correctly. Remove any slack prior to
hoisting ensuring all windings are adjacent to one another.
- Start hoisting from the operator console by operating the push “Hoisting”.
While hoisting, verify the wire rope is being wound on the drum correctly.
- The winch will be stopped after reaching the highest hoisting position by the limit
switch on the winch. Release the push button “Hoisting”.
- Check whether the hoisting wire has been wound correctly.
- Bring the davit arm inboard by pushing down the control valve .
Release the valve when the davit is fully inboard.
- Lower the boat slightly so that it is lying even on the rubber fenders.
- Replace the gripe gear and tighten up as much as possible.
- For preparing the rescue boat for stowing, follow the instructions as given in the
manual of the boat.
- Replace all protection covers.
- Prepare boat for use in accordance with vessel’s operating procedures.
- Leave the main power switch in the ON position to power heating elements and to
keep the accumulator on pressure.

The davit arm can only be moved inboard when the limit switch highest hoisting
point is activated.

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7.4 Launching and recovering procedure in emergency cases

4.4.1 Emergency launching procedure

- Ensure ratchet is not installed in the gear.

- Embark personnel (Ten personnel maximum not including gear. Do not exceed the
safe working load of the davit or rescue craft.)

- From within the craft pull the remote control to bring the davit arm outboard
(pulls up the hydraulic valve).
Davit arms will swing outboard.
- After reaching the fully outboard position pull the “lowering” remote control
for lowering the boat into the water (lifts brake lever).
Craft will lower to the water.

- During lowering:
- Start engine of survival craft, following the instructions of the boat builder.
- Activate the off-load release boathook approximately 1-2 meter
above the water, when waterborne the hook will release automatically.
- After lowering, operators on deck may use the hand wheel to take up slack in the
falls to prevent the wire rope from contact with the sea.

[Link] Recovery procedure

Emergency recovery without electrical or hydraulic power is possible using the ratchet as-
sembly described in section 4.2.5.

- Ensure power to the davit is turned off at the main switch on the electric cabinet for
safety. If possible, recover personnel prior to winching the craft up manually.
- Follow the normal recovery procedure above however, swinging the davit arms
inboard will not be possible. It will be up to the crew to correct the malfunction or
rig gear to secure the rescue craft and davit after hoisting.

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7.4.3 Launching instruction plate

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8 Trouble shooting

8.1 Way of solving problems

This section describes a way of solving problems.

8.1.1 General
- The main switch must be on (check power).
- Hydraulic pressure present (check pressure).
- No emergency stop.

Hardware: Check electrical parts, valves, motors, pump, etc.

Problem Possible cause and solution

No power on electric cabinet after switch- White indicator lamp is not on.
ing Main switch to ON - Check incoming power in electric cabinet.
- Check circuit breakers.
- Check emergency switch.
- Check 24V dc.
Pressure hydraulic system is to low, pump - Check timing timer relay
is switched off to early. (must be 10 min.).
Pressure hydraulic system is not present - Check if pressure release valve is closed.
Pressure hydraulic system is to low - Check max. pressure switch on leakage.
Pressure hydraulic system is 320 bar - Check accumulator.
when operated pressure drops to 0
Pressure hydraulic system does not come - Check pressure switches.
on pressure pump stops after 10 min.
Remote control is not working smoothly. - Check guiding wheels wire rope.

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9 Maintenance
9.1 General
In this section all the maintenance information is found that is not dedicated to one machine
part.
E.g. general lubrication information is found in this section, whereas lubrication of specific
machine part is described in the machine sections.
Also replacement of general parts that appear throughout the installation is described in this
section.
Other part replacements are described after the lubrication description in the sections or
sub-sections of the units concerned.

9.1.1 Introduction
The maintenance can be divided into preventive and corrective maintenance.

[Link] Preventive maintenance

Preventive maintenance is performed to ensure:

• The machine is kept in good condition.
• Optimum personal safety.
• Optimum product quality.
• Optimum operational reliability.
• Longer machine lifetime.

Preventive maintenance mainly consists of:

• Cleaning.
• Checking (of adjustments and on wear and tear).
• Lubrication.

Preventive maintenance should be carried out periodically, according to the preventive

maintenance schedule. Maintenance and inspection data must be recorded and kept for
reference.
Irregularities must be reported immediately to a higher decision level. A maintenance re-
quest form is added in the appendices of this chapter.

Part of the preventive maintenance is the responsibility of the operator:

• In general the daily and weekly maintenance.

The other part is the responsibility of qualified maintenance personnel, e.g.:

• Periodical maintenance with intervals of 1 month or longer.
• Maintenance activities on a powered machine.

[Link] Corrective maintenance

Corrective maintenance is performed to:

• Repair incidental failures (occurring despite of accurate preventive maintenance).
• Restore quality, reliability and safety degradation due to wear and tear.

Corrective maintenance consists of:

• Replacement of worn or defective parts.
• Readjustment of out of tolerance adjustments.

Corrective maintenance must be performed by specially trained and qualified personnel.

The moment for corrective actions depends on the seriousness of the problem, but should
be performed as soon as possible.

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[Link] MSC.1/Circ.1206
- The annual thorough examination has to be carried out once a year for details see
document MSC.1/Circ.1206.
- The annual thorough examination has also to be carried out once a 5 year for details
see document MSC.1/Circ.1206.
- Items listed in checklists for the weekly/monthly inspections are a part of these
examination.
- Inspection and maintenance records of inspections, routine maintenance and other
services and the applicable certificates for the launching appliances and equipment
should be available on board and upon request.
- Repairs and replacement of parts should be carried out in accordance with the
manufacturer’s requirements and standards.

[Link] Maintenance safety

Danger
After switching off, some parts may need time to discharge, cool down and or find
there rest position.
- Switch off and lock the main power switch.
- Place “Maintenance in progress” signs at the above places (not delivered by
PALFIN GER NED-DECK).
When working on the electrical system, make sure it is discharged properly.
When working on hydraulic pressure or hydraulic driven parts of the machine,
depressurized / discharged.
- Check needed equipment on maintenance and safety before use.
Do not disable or make changes to any safety device.
Operators must immediately inform the higher decision level and the maintenance
staff on the occurrence of a malfunction, in order to prevent unsafe situations or
severe damage.

9.2 Maintenance time schedule

Maintenance time schedules of the installation can be split into weekly, monthly, yearly,
two yearly and five yearly maintenance.
Abbreviations maintenance activities:

R - Cleaning and check for corrosion deformation and depression.

I - Check status.
C - Check and replace (if necessary).
M - Measure / readjustment (if necessary).
G - Grease, lubricate.
O - Oil change.
V - Replace.

9.3 Maintenance tasks.

Various maintenance task have to be performed within the given intervals to ensure the
proper functioning of the PRHE.

In the next paragraphs the maintenance frequency of the various parts is described.

It describes what parts should be checked and what actions should be taken if the result of
the check is not acceptable .

For recommended lubricants see:

Lubricant & Hydraulic oil recommendation schedule (Chapter 13.4 Appendix 4).

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9.4 Maintenance schedule

9.4.1 Maintenance general

B E

D
C E

D
G
A

Machine part Maintenance general Number Maintenance Frequency

W M Y 2Y 5Y
Davit construction A R
Sheave wear and corrosion B 1 R
Sheave moving condition B 1 C
Wire rope C 1 I G V
Wire rope remote control D 2 I V
Wheels wire rope remote control E 7 C V
Grease points cylinders (only if grease point F 4 G
mounted If no grease point mounted, the bearings will be mainte-
nance free.)

Handles wire rope remote control G 2 C

Hydraulic hoses H C V
Bolted connections C

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9.4.2 Hydraulic power pack

Machine part Hydraulic power pack Number Maintenance Frequency

W M Y 2Y 5Y
Hydraulic oil A C O
Level hydraulic oil B I
Check all pipe connections for leakage C
Check grease taped parts D C
Oil pressure C I
Launching procedure I
Launching on Accumulator I
Hydraulic pack R

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9.4.3 Winch

E
D

Machine part Winch Number Maintenance Frequency

W M Y 2Y 5Y
Check oil level A I
Change winch oil O
Winch B R
Hoisting functionality I
Lowering functionality I
Brake lever functionality C I
Hand wheel functionality D I
Manual hoisting functionality E I
Limit switch functionality F M C
Centrifugal brake system C V
Holding brake system C V

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9.4.4 Electric system

C D

E
C

Machine part Electric system Number Maintenance Frequency

W M Y 2Y 5Y
Electric cabinet A 1 R C
Operator unit B 1 R C
Electric wiring C I
Limit switch functionality D 1 M C
Electric cabinet heater 1 C
E-motor heating (winch) E 1 C

In some counties or on some vessels special licenses are required to work on the
E-system.

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9.5 Maintenance instructions

9.5.1 Change winch oil

- Remove the breather (A).

- Bring davit to out position (B).
- Remove plug (C) and remove the old oil .
- Relace plug (C).
- Fill winch up through hole (A) (approx. 15-17 litres).
- Check oil level middle of sight glass (D).
- Replace breather (A).
- Bring davit to in position.

Fill the winch with gear train oil, as per “Lubricant & Hydraulic Oil Recommendation
Schedule” – Life Saving Winch (See chapter 13.4 Appendix 4).

A C

Oil has to be disposed of according to local legal regulations or have to be recycled.

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9.5.2 Change oil Hydraulic Power pack

- Discharge accumulator and keep it discharged (see chapter 13.1 appendix 1).
- Remove breather (A).
- Open valve (B) at bottom of tank and let oil out.
- Close valve (B).
- Fill the tank with oil (approx. 60L) through the opening where breather (A) came out.
- Check oil level on sight glass (C).
- Replace breather (A).
- Close discharge valve (D).
- In operation the oil level is checked on sight glass (E), sight glass has to be filled.

Fill the power pack with oil, as per “Lubricant & Hydraulic Oil Recommendation
Schedule” – Hydraulic unit for “stored” power davits (See chapter 13.4 Appendix 4).

A D B E C

Oil has to be disposed of according to local legal regulations or have to be recycled.

9.5.3 Painting
When repainting the davits, winches etc., it frequently happens that a new layer of paint is
applied over the previous layer.
This may cause serious problems to the free clearances of the moving parts, because they
might fill up with paint.
Therefore precautions must be taken before repainting so the moving parts won’t seize up.
It is therefore strongly recommended that the old layer of paint is removed from the areas
which surround the moving parts.
The grease nipples must never be painted, to avoid clogging of the grease channels. A red
circle must be painted around every grease nipple.

For paint specification see chapter 2.2 Technical specifications.

Never rely on paint alone, paint on rust looks like paint.

Always check on rust underneath the paint.

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10 Spare parts

10.1 Recommended ship spares

See attached spare part list.

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11 Indirect suppliers documentation

11.1 General
In case of books:
See separate manual part(s).

In case the manual is supplied on CD / DVD / USB:

See the Adobe Acrobat file(s), accessible via the CD’s / DVD’s / USB’S main page.

11.1.1 Indirect suppliers documentation: Hydraulic

Hydraulic documentation on disk available:

11.1.2 Indirect suppliers documentation: Electrical

Electrical documentation on disk available:

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12 Drawing and listings

12.1 General

In case of several binders:

See separate manual part(s).

In case the manual is supplied on CD / DVD / USB:

See the Adobe Acrobat file(s), accessible via the CD’s / DVD’s / USB’S main page.

12.1.1 Drawing list: Mechanical

See attached drawing list and drawings.

12.1.2 Drawing list: Hydraulic

See attached hydraulic diagram.

12.1.3 Drawing list: Electrical

See attached electrical diagram.

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13 Appendix
13.1 Appendix 1: Accumulator Discharge
For means of changing connection hoses and other hydraulic parts, the accumulator should
be discharged. This procedure describes the way of discharging the accumulator.

1. Switch the main power to the “OFF” position (0).

2. Check the hydraulic pressure indicated on the pressure gauge, the pressure should
be 320 bar.

3. Remove cover bolts, key size 12.

4. Slowly discharge the accumulator by opening the discharge valve.

a. Quick discharge can damage the accumulator interior.
b. Monitor pressure gauge and discharge 50 bar/min.
c. Total discharge time will take approx. 5 minutes

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5. Check the pressure of the system, this must be 0 Bar.

6. If necessary remove the old hose, clean the pipe ends and replace it by a fully
tighten new hose. (Be aware that during this operation, a small amount of oil may
leak from the open pipe ends.

7. Close the discharge valve and switch the main power switch to the “On” position (1).
The system will now recharge the accumulator.

8. Check the accumulator pressure. The pressure should be 320 bar.

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13.2 Appendix 2: Annual Accumulator Nitrogen Check
1. Switch the main power to the “OFF” position (0).

2. Check the hydraulic pressure indicated on the pressure gauge, the pressure should
be approx. 320 bar.

320 bar

3. Remove cover bolt, key size 12.

4. Slowly discharge the accumulator by opening the discharge valve.

a. Quick discharge can damage the accumulator interior.
b. Monitor pressure gauge and discharge 50 bar/min.
c. Total discharge time will take approx. 5 minutes.

5. Check the pressure of the system, this must be 0 Bar.

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6. Remove plastic top from the accumulator (Hydac or Olaer).

7. Remove cover nut and place the pressure gauge. Open top valve. (Olaer, use
adaptor piece!!).

8. When the pressure gauge indicates a pressure below the indicated pre-fill pressure
(in bar), a nitrogen bottle must be attached and the accumulator should be refilled.
(For Olaer, use Adaptor Piece!!).

9. The pressure should be 130 bar.

10. Remove the nitrogen bottle and pressure gauge and place the cover nut.

11. Close the discharge valve and switch the main power switch to the “On” position (1).
The system will now recharge the accumulator.

12. Check the accumulator pressure. The pressure should be 320 bar.

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13.3 Appendix 3: Adjustment Limit switch

Additional information (see pictures above):

1, 2, 3 & 4 are E-wiring connectors.
S1 is the adjusting screw for CAM1 (highest hoisting point).
S2 is the adjusting screw for CAM 2 (lowest hoisting point) not applicable for this application.
S3 is a combined adjuster for both CAM1 and CAM2, not applicable for this davit application.

The limit switch (L) has been pre-adjusted in our workshop. If this is not the case and the
limit switch keeps cutting out at an earlier stage, the limit switch must be re-adjusted.
To do so, this procedure is to be examined and executed.

Before adjustment lower the hook about 2 meters and hoist it until the right distance.

1. Remove the cover of the limit switch. The interior shows three plastic adjusting
screws. One black and two white.

2 Incase of a new limit switch turn adjustment screw S1 till the switch point is reached
A = just before switching point B = switching point
1 = Cam disc 2 = switch wheel

A B
1
2
1

2
3. Rotating screw S1 counter clockwise (CCW) will increase the distance between hook
and davit head. Rotating this screw in clockwise (CW) direction, will decrease the
distance between hook and davit head

Adjusting the screws of the limit switch must be done with great accuracy and care.

4. When the screw S1 has been adjusted, the hook must be dropped approx. 5 meters.
Then, hoist the boat back up again and check if the distance between hook and crane
is sufficient.

When the desired distance has not been reached, repeat steps 1 to 3 until this
distance is reached. The correct distance between boat and davit head should be
approx. 100 – 200 mm.

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5. For safety and not unwinding the wire rope on the drum there is also a limit switch
for unwinding. Rotating screw S2 counter clockwise (CCW) will increase the length
of the wire rope on the drum. Rotating this screw in clockwise (CW) direction, will
decrease the length of the wire rope on the drum.

Adjusting the screws of the limit switch must be done with great accuracy and care.

6. When the screw S2 has been adjusted, the hook must be lowered to the lowest point
check if the rope length on drum is 3 windings.

When the desired length has not been reached, repeat step 4 and 5 until this length
is reached. The correct length of the wire rope on the drum must be 3 safety windings.

When all adjustments are made correctly, the limit switch cover must be replaced.

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13.4 Appendix 4: Lubricant & hydraulic oil Recommendation schedule

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13.5 Appendix 5 adjustment counter balance valve

The counter balance valve (1) is placed on the davit to adjust the movement of the frame
for moving in (2) or out (3).
The valve is adjusted in the factory. However, deck structure or different type of oil may
make it necessary to adjust the counter balance valve during installation.
A wrong adjusted counter balance valve will affect the movement of the frame as follows:
- If too tight the frame is shocking while going in / out.
- If too loose the frame moves due to its own weight.
Two adjustment screws are placed on the valve to adjust in movement of the frame the
other the out movement of the frame.

3 1 2
1 A A

B
B

For adjustment of the valve, boat with the weight of the persons permitted must be
attached into the davit. Do not exceed the safe working load of the davit or rescue
boat.
Adjustment of the valve:
- Remove cover nuts (A).
- Release nut (B).

- Adjust adjustment screw (C), use allen key for adjustment of the valve (adjust valve
in small steps).
- After adjustment secure nuts (B).
- Place cover nuts (A).

Adjusting the screws of the valve must be done with great accuracy and care.

Danger
Adjust the valve in small steps to prevent the davit is damaged by uncontrolled
movement.

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13.6 Appendix 6: Logbook for records of inspections and maintenance

Date Maintenance / Inspection Certified company

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 PRHE

List of accompanying information sheets.

Assembly centrifugal brake, drawing L-100144.

Exploded view centrifugal brake, drawing L-100140.

Mounting assy 04-04 RH 3L-101245

Maintenance sling P-100873

SCH parts powerpack H-100417

Powerpack SCH/PRHE H-100434

Spare parts list life saving winch 04-04

 81 1 Brake lever 04-04 3L-101086 12.7 kg
Fit with molycote Cu7439 80 1 Hand wheel Ø220 L=37 3L-101085 3.6 kg
79 1 Mounting flange 3L-101084 3.0 kg
88 35 104 38 85 84 87 61 68 107 85 38 86 100 62 91
78 1 Securing ring Ø47 - L=6 3L-101083 0.1 kg
90 77 1 Cover plate pinion shaft 2 Rnd 90 L=24 3L-101082 0.4 kg

18 4 76 1 Brake lever shaft LH Rnd 57 L=146 3L-101081 0.0 kg

75 1 Brake house cover 3L-101080 6.0 kg
101
74 1 Brake house PIPE Ø273x25 - L=105 3L-101079 13.2 kg
101 73 1 Oil splasher 3L-101078 0.3 kg
C 103 72 1 Cranck shaft Ø40h9 - L=120 3L-101077 1.0 kg
71 2 One way clutch - LEFT execution ø45 - L=27 3L-101076 0.4 kg
102
70 1 Cranck-house 3L-101075 3.3 kg
69 1 Securing flange Rnd 94 x 12 3L-101074 0.2 kg
C
68 1 Gear wheel shaft 4 Rnd 350 L=78 3L-101073 26.9 kg
67 1 Gear pinion shaft 3 Rnd. 90 L=181 3L-101072 5.6 kg
66 1 Gearwheel (shaft 3) Rnd 320 x 52,5 3L-101071 12.2 kg
65 1 Pinion shaft 2 Rnd 90 L=255 3L-101070 7.4 kg
B 64 1 Gear wheel; z=91, m=3 Rnd 279 x 45 3L-101069 13.7 kg
63 1 Motor gear pinion Rnd 105 L=235 3L-101068 5.5 kg
2 13 22 3 62 1 Mounting flange Limit switch ø160 x 40 3L-100026 4.1 kg

11
15 61 1 Plug - ZD-213-12 (3/4) 38055 0.0 kg
89 60 1 Gasket cranckhouse Ø130/Ø63 Ø130 - 1mm 3-63-21-00-96 0.0 kg
35
29 59 1 Distance ring Rnd 55 L=10 3-63-21-00-69 0.1 kg
30 58 2 Gasket. Ø130 Ø130 - 1mm 3-63-21-00-51 0.0 kg
DETAIL B
1:4 57 2 Cover PLT 10 - Ø130 3-63-21-00-50 2.0 kg
56 2 DISTANCE RING ø56 Rnd 65 L=7 3-63-21-00-39 0.2 kg
99
55 1 Gasket Ø80-Ø46 Ø80 - 1mm 3-63-21-00-38 0.0 kg
54 1 Ring Rnd 66 L= 3 3-63-21-00-32 0.0 kg
40 14 94 83
40 53 1 Slide bearing Ø40 Ø50 - L=40 3-63-21-00-17 0.0 kg
52 1 Freewheel fsn_30 13002 0.0 kg

66 83
51 1 Ball Bearing 6018 LLU 90x140x24 10783 0.0 kg
50 1 Axial bearing - 81109 TN 10763 0.0 kg
94 49 1 Bearing 6818 10762 0.0 kg
49 48 1 Ball bearing - 51109 10761 0.0 kg
6 67 47 1 Needle roller bearing NBX-4032Z 10754 0.2 kg
46 1 Needle axial [Link] nkxr40 10753 0.0 kg
18 4
45 1 Ball Bearing 30x72x19 6306 10750 0.3 kg
56 82 44 1 Bush hardened IR 35x40x30 10517 0.0 kg
34 80 28 6 74 65 79 93 98 93 25 41 43 1 Bush hardened IR 35x40x20 10516 0.0 kg
42 41 42 2 Permaglide bearing - PAP3230 P20 10515 0.0 kg
34 56 41 2 Permaglide bearing - PAP4550 P20 10514 0.0 kg

77 55 40 2 Permaglide bearing - PAP9060 P20 10513 0.0 kg

39 1 Permaglide bearing - PAP4020 P20 10511 0.0 kg
10
64 38 2 O-ring 136x4 10352 0.0 kg
54 95 37 1 O-ring 90x3 10350 0.0 kg
36 27 36 1 R. Lip seal Rst 45x60x7 10268 0.0 kg
39 108 35 2 R. Lip seal Rst 90x110x12 10267 0.0 kg
SECTION C-C
81 67 82 49 1:2.5 34 3 R. Lip seal Rst 90x120x12 10262 0.1 kg
18 4 33 1 R. Lip seal Rst 30x62x7 10250 0.0 kg
78
Fit with molycote Cu7439

47 32* 5 CU ring - Ø26xØ31x2 07603.000.026.2 0.0 kg

20
44 31* 1 Key B 25x14x70 25x14x70 06885.C45K.25.14. 0.1 kg
2 70
42 30 2 Key B 25x14x115 25x14x115 06885.C45K.24.14. 0.0 kg
76
24 115
48 29 2 Key 22x14x140 06885.C45K.22.14. 0.7 kg
50 43 140

See part list: 1448 28 1 Key AB 14x9x46 14x9x46 06885.C45K.14.09. 0.0 kg

6 16 46

34 5 27 2 Key A 10x8x25 10x8x25 06885.C45K.10.08. 0.0 kg

25
51 96 108 1 Distance ring Rnd 65 x 4 3P-104980 0.0 kg
26 1 Key A 8x7x28 8x7x28 06885.C45K.08.07. 0.0 kg
107 1 Weld assembly winch gearbox "04" RH 3L-101256 127.5 kg 28
7 97
106 1 Gasket motor shaft cover ø254x1.5 3L-101247 0.1 kg 25 15 Stud for nuts for t-slots M10x160 06379.10.160 1.4 kg
1 23 46
105 1 Cover motor shaft Plt.3 - Ø254 3L-101246 1.1 kg 24 1 Lubricating nipple M10x1 03404.101 0.0 kg
75 59 104 1 Bearing flange Ø215 - L=74 3L-101244 7.1 kg 23 15 Hex domed cap nut M10 01587.450.10 0.3 kg
98 21 2 103 1 Cranck handle std 04 / 15 3L-101241 4.8 kg 22 12 Hex. head screw M16x50 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.16.50 1.4 kg

12 18 102 1 Cranckhandle storage bracket 3L-101240 0.4 kg 21 2 Hex. head screw M12x30 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.12.30 0.1 kg
101 2 Weld assy Cranckhandle storage bracket 3L-101239 0.3 kg 20 1 Hex. head screw M12x25 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.12.25 0.0 kg
72 73
100 1 Gasket Rnd 140 x 1 3L-101235 0.0 kg 19 7 Hex. head screw M8x45 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.08.45 0.2 kg
53 9 99 1 Limitswich cover 04 winch PLT 2 - 158x158 3L-101234 0.3 kg 18 47 Hex. head screw M8x25 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.08.25 0.8 kg
70 26 98 1 Bearing house Ø273 - L=47 3L-101225 8.7 kg 17 2 Hex. head screw M8x16 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.08.16 0.0 kg

71 63 97 1 Gasket Ø93 Ø93 - 1mm 3L-101224 0.0 kg 16 2 Hex. head screw M8x10 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.08.10 0.0 kg

17 96 1 Brake shaft weld assembly LH 3L-101219 3.0 kg 15 2 Hex. head screw M6x16 DIN 933 A4-70 00933.470.06.16 0.0 kg
71 95 1 Brake Flange 3L-101218 4.9 kg 14 4 Hex head screw DIN 933-M4x10-A4 00933.470.04.10 0.0 kg
33 69 94 1 Ring Rnd 137x107 L=5 3L-101217 0.2 kg 13 2 Hex socket head cap screw M12x30 00912.470.12.30 0.1 kg
45 92 93 3 Gasket Ø231 Ø272 - 1mm 3L-101216 0.1 kg 12 2 Hex socket head cap screw M8x25 00912.470.08.25 0.0 kg

33 4 19 105 92 1 Freewheel house Ø130 - L=60 3L-101215 2.1 kg 11 6 Hex socket head cap screw M6x40 00912.470.06.40 0.1 kg

106 91 1 Gasket winch cover 680x215 1mm 3L-101214 0.3 kg 10 8 Hex socket head cap screw M6x25 00912.470.06.25 0.1 kg
52 90 1 Winch cover PLT 8 - 680x215 3L-101213 9.0 kg 9 6 Hex socket head cap screw M6x20 00912.470.06.20 0.0 kg
37 89 1 Wedge house 3L-101094 1.2 kg 8 5 Hex socket plug 3/4 00908.000.034 0.0 kg
57
60 88 1 Drum Ø244,5 - L=220 3L-101093 35.7 kg 7 1 Retaining ring for bores Ø140 00472.000.140 0.2 kg
87 1 Plate wheel; z=65 1/2 x 5/16" 3L-101092 3.6 kg 6 3 External Circlip for shaft ø90 00471.000.090 0.0 kg
G 8
18 4 86 1 Bearing flange Ø215 - L=74 3L-101091 7.0 kg 5 1 External Circlip shaft 35 d1=35 00471.000.035 0.0 kg
57 85 2 Distance ring Rnd 110 x 13 3L-101090 0.6 kg 4 52 Washer M8 SSA4 DIN 125-1A 00125.400.8 0.1 kg
4 18 84 1 Drum shaft Rnd 100 x 500 3L-101089 23.2 kg 3 12 Washer M16 SSA4 DIN 125-1A 00125.400.16 0.1 kg

58 58
83 1 Ring Rnd 142 x 15 3L-101088 0.6 kg 2 5 Washer M12 SSA4 DIN 125-1A 00125.400.12 0.0 kg
82 1 Shaft 3 3L-101087 3.0 kg 1 15 Washer M10 SSA4 DIN 125-1A 00125.400.10 0.1 kg
107 Pos Qty Description Dimension Drawing no. Mass Pos Qty Description Dimension Drawing no. Mass

Name
TITEL:

HvW

RvB

RvB
RvB
RvB
GO
08.06.12 Rem greas nipple GO

06.10.'10 Handwheel spring GO

SECTION A-A 8 Mounting assy 04-04 RH

Update for MKG

change text P87

DRAWN: TOLERANCES:
GO

Description
loc. pos 88
- All bolts at outside must be fastened with Loctite 542 PRESERVATION DATE:
06-10-10 NEN-ISO 2768-1
- The winch must be assembled in a proper way - Before assembly all parts outside the gearbox must be preserved

15,07,12 Pos 11

update
pos 23
APPROVED:
- After assembly the winch must have a running test, after that flushing and draining - Preservation of the gearbox inside with oilresistant coating HvW
PROJECTION:

- Before transport the winch must be greased - All roundings of parts must be preserved properly SCALE:
- At the place of radial lip seals: Shafts to be greased - All parts except them from SS must be grit-blasted SA 2,5 Acc. to NEN-ISO 8501-1 1:2,5

16.8.11
21.7.11
30.8.11
1.2.13

3.3.11
- Contents of gearbox to be filled with 13l. oil, before any operation - Primer, 2 components Epoxyprimer 80 µm Airless [Link]

Rev Date
DRAWING NUMBER: SIZE: REVISION:
- Use of filler is not allowed
Right hand version is drawn. Left hand version is 3L-101238 Total mass approx.: 377.2 kg This drawing is the property of PALFINGER NED-DECK BV The Netherlands
3L-101245 A1 H

D
C
E
G

B
A
F
H
It may not be copied or shown to any third parties.
File: 3L-101245H HE-
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1

Total mass approx.: 3.2 kg

4 1 Tube for wirerope ø16mm 42008
3 1 Wirerope ø16mm 6x36WS+IWRC 1960N/mm^2 42007 1.9 kg
2 1 Bow shackle 4,75t Crosby G-2130 10216 1.2 kg
1 2 Thimble E-6180 16mm 10064 0.2 kg
Pos Qty Description Dimension Drawing no. Mass
Name

TITEL:

Maintenance Sling
-
-
-

DRAWN: TOLERANCES:
RvB
Description

DATE:
19-12-11 NEN-ISO 2768-1
APPROVED: PROJECTION:
-
-
-
-
-

SCALE:
1:5
[Link]
Rev Date

DRAWING NUMBER: SIZE: REVISION:

-
-
-
-

This drawing is the property of PALFINGER NED-DECK BV The Netherlands 3P-100873 A4 -

D
C
B
A

It may not be copied or shown to any third parties.

File: 3P-100873
 Spare Parts List

Equipment : 04-type SOLAS winch

SPL type : Recommended service sets overview
SPL revision/date : -/21-10-2010
Palfinger Ned-Deck Ref. : -
Complete list ref. :-
Item Article Description Qty Unit Price Req. Req. Req. Req.
Drawing Unit o/b 1yr 2yr 5yr

1 10268 Lip seal Rst 45x60x7 1 Pcs. -

Service set A

Service set A

Service set B

Service set C
2 10262 Lip seal Rst 90x120x12 2 Pcs. -
3 3-63-21-00-22 Gasket (brake) 3 Pcs. -
63-21-00-22A
4 3-63-21-00-55 Gasket (rear cover) 1 Pcs. -
63-21-00-55A
5 471.000.090 Circlip shaft Ø90 2 Pcs. - - -
DIN 471
6 3-63-21-00-30 Brake shoe 1 Set - - -
Set of two.
7 3-63-21-00-36T- Brake shoe spring 1 Set - - -
Set of two. Specify serial number upon order
8 00094.400.40.40 Split pin Ø4x40 2 Pcs. - - -
DIN 94
9 3-63-21-00-20 Holding brake flange 1 Pcs. - - - -
10 13002 Freewheel clutch 1 Pcs. - - - -
11 10250 Lip seal Rst 30x62x7 1 Pcs. - - - -
12 10512 Bearing 2 Pcs. - - - -
PAP 14.10P10
13 3-63-21-00-52 Gasket (e-motor) 1 Pcs. - - - -
14 3-63-21-00-96 Gasket 1 Pcs. - - - -
15 00915.45H.08.20 Adjusting screw brake flange 2 Pcs. - - - -
16 01587.450.10 Capnut M10 8 Pcs. - - - -
17 00125.400.10 Washer M10 8 Pcs. - - - -
18 00912.470.06.25 Hex. Cylinder screw M6x25 8 Pcs. - - - -
19 00933.470.08.25 Hex. Bolt M8x25 18 Pcs. - - - -
20 - - - - - - - -
21 00125.400.8 M8 washer 18 Pcs. - - - -

Advisable extra parts: limit switch (article 20050)

Wire + hydraulic hoses + filters (to be specified per order)

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 Spare Parts List

Equipment PRHE Electric / Hydraulic

SPL type : Recommended spare parts
SPL revision :

NDM Reference :-
Complete list article :-

Item Article Description Qty Unit Price Total

Drawing Unit

Electrically

20277 Phase control monitor 1 Pcs.

23206 Motor contactor 1 1 Pcs.

23194 Motor contactor 2 1 Pcs.

Pcs.

Pcs.

Pcs.

Hydraulically

39517 Pressure switch 290 B 1 Pcs.

29518 Pressure switch 320 B 1 Pcs.

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