Reflex Marine FROG-3 - Load Test Procedure; Inspection Data Plate

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FROG-3
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6.8.1 Load Test Procedure
Table 4 details the required proof load tests that are applicable to the FROG-3. Following the load
tests, a post load test visual inspection should be conducted as recommended in Section 6.7.
Table 4: Proof Load Tests – FROG-3
Load Test Number
1
2
Components
Under Test
i. Main Lift Eye.
ii. Central Column Load Bearing
Assembly.
iii. Seats and Floor Structure.
i. Back-up Lift-Eye.
ii. Central Column Load Bearing
Assembly.
iii. Seats and Floor Structure.
Test Proof Load
1145 kg (2523 lb.)
1145 kg (2523 lb.)
Test Proof Load
Distribution
540 kg (1168 lb.) on the seats and
spread equally between them.
605 kg (1333 lb.) placed on the floor
and distributed evenly.
540 kg (1168 lb.) on the seats and
spread equally between them.
605 kg (1333 lb.) placed on the floor
and distributed evenly.
Basis of Test Proof
Load
Twice Maximum Gross Weight , less
Tare Weight*
= 2 x 815 kg – 485 kg = 1145 kg
Twice Maximum Gross Weight , less
Tare Weight*
= 2 x 815 kg – 485 kg = 1145 kg
Crane Hook Load
1630 kg
1630 kg
Test Method
Lift the unit and hold static for 5
minutes.
Lift the unit and hold static for 5
minutes.
* Note: The Tare Weight of the FROG-3 is approximately 485 kg but may vary slightly. Each FROG-3 must be weighed
prior to load test.
6.8.2 Inspection Data Plate
An inspection data plate will be issued and attached by the test house, which should show:
i. Tare Weight (kg).
ii. Pay load / SWL (kg).
iii. Maximum gross load (kg).
iv. The load test date.
v. Test load (kg).
vi. The serial number of the FROG-3: FS-XXX (where XXX is unit I.D. No).
vii. The model number of the FROG-3: FS-01 (320) / (340) / (370).
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