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5.6 Seating and Load Distribution ............................................................................................... 23
5.7 Luggage Storage .................................................................................................................... 24
5.8 Seatbelt Operation ................................................................................................................ 25
5.9 Rider Instructions .................................................................................................................. 26
5.10 Emergency Stop Procedure ................................................................................................... 26
5.11 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ................................................................................... 27
5.11.1 Personal Flotation Devices (PFD’s) ................................................................................ 28
5.11.2 Immersion Suits ............................................................................................................ 29
5.12 Stretcher Mode ..................................................................................................................... 30
5.12.1 Converting FROG-3 to Stretcher Mode (Figure 7) ........................................................ 30
5.12.2 Stretcher Mode Conversion Procedure ........................................................................ 30
5.12.3 Positioning the Stretcher .............................................................................................. 32
5.12.4 3-Seat Mode Conversion Procedure ............................................................................. 32
5.12.5 Stretcher (Optional) Accessory ..................................................................................... 33
6 PERIODIC INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................. 34
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6.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 34
6.2 Definitions ............................................................................................................................. 34
6.3 Frequency of Inspection, Test and Maintenance.................................................................. 35
6.4 Pre-Operational Visual Check ............................................................................................... 37
6.5 Visual Inspection ................................................................................................................... 39
6.6 Examination .......................................................................................................................... 42
6.7 Post Load Test Visual Inspection ........................................................................................... 46
6.8 Proof Load Testing ................................................................................................................ 49
6.8.1 Load Test Procedure ..................................................................................................... 50
6.8.2 Inspection Data Plate .................................................................................................... 50
6.9 Sling Replacement and Management ................................................................................... 51
6.9.1 Sling Set (Critical Part) Replacement............................................................................. 51
6.9.2 Sling Set Management .................................................................................................. 51
6.10 Spares Kits and Replacement Parts ....................................................................................... 52
6.10.1 Spares Kits ..................................................................................................................... 53
6.10.2 All Other Replacement Parts ......................................................................................... 57
6.11 Unit Replacement Recommendation .................................................................................... 57
7 UNIT IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................... 58
7.1 Product ID Numbers .............................................................................................................. 58
7.2 Part Numbers ........................................................................................................................ 58
7.3 FROG-3 Serial Numbers ........................................................................................................ 58
7.4 Component Serial Numbers .................................................................................................. 58
8 HANDLING, SHIPPING AND STORAGE ........................................................................................... 59
8.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 59
8.2 Handling & Transportation ................................................................................................... 59
8.2.1 Forklift ........................................................................................................................... 59
8.2.2 Crane ............................................................................................................................. 59
8.2.3 Securing ......................................................................................................................... 59
8.2.4 Inspection ...................................................................................................................... 59
8.2.5 Preparation for Road Transport .................................................................................... 60