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RNLI Atlantic 85 User Manual

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B CLASS
ATLANTIC 85
MANUAL

Table of Contents

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RNLI Atlantic 85 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Crew3-4
Engines2 x Yamaha 115 hp outboard engines
Maximum Speed35 knots
Survivor Capacity20
Fuel Capacity240 liters
Construction MaterialHypalon tubes

Summary

Welcome

Informative Labels

Dangers, Warnings, Cautions

Explains hazard identification labels (Danger, Warning, Caution).

Procedure labels

Details EOP, SOP, and LOP labels used in manual.

Activity 2 – Personal Competencies

SAR unit firefighting

Procedure for using CO2 extinguisher on engine fires.

MOB (man overboard)

Procedure for recovering a man overboard.

Capsize

Information on the lifeboat's self-righting capability and actions post-capsize.

Atlantic 85 layout - consoles

Detailed view of the helm and console controls and instruments.

Engine starting procedure

Step-by-step guide for starting the engines.

Communications unit

Overview of the intercom and VHF communication system.

Emergency steering bypass valve

Operation of the valve for manual steering.

Activity 3 – Launch and Recovery

Launch

Detailed steps for launching the Atlantic 85 lifeboat.

Types of Atlantic launch and recovery

Descriptions of various methods for launching and recovering the lifeboat.

Post recovery

Procedure for flushing engines with fresh water after recovery.

Activity 4 – SAR Unit Handling and Seamanship

Helm console layout

Identification and function of helm console controls.

Starting and stopping engines

Procedure for starting and shutting down the engines.

Berthing and mooring

Procedures for safely bringing the lifeboat alongside or to a mooring.

Anchoring

Procedures for deploying and recovering the anchor.

Towing

Procedures for towing other vessels.

Atlantic 85 working with helicopters

Safety procedures for working with helicopters.

Activity 5 – Search and Rescue

Locate and assist casualty

Importance of locating casualties for rescue.

Search methods and equipment

Tools and techniques used for searching for casualties.

Casualty recovery

Procedures for recovering casualties from the water.

The RNLI PS1 stretcher

How to use the RNLI PS1 stretcher for recovery.

Activity 6 – Communications

Crew communications and control units

Overview of the Graytronics intercom system and CCUs.

Sailor 6215 VHF DSC radio

Overview of the Sailor 6215 VHF DSC radio features.

DSC distress alert button

Procedure for sending a DSC distress message.

Making a Distress call

Procedure for making a distress call.

Activity 7 – Navigation

Navigation package

Components of the Atlantic 85's navigation system.

SIMS functions

Capabilities and operation of the SIMS system.

Shut down of RNLI SIMS

Procedure for safely shutting down the SIMS system.

Activity 9 – Propulsion and Auxiliary Systems

Yamaha F115 outboard engines

Overview of the F115 engines and their versions.

Electronic control system

How the ECU manages engine functions.

Cooling system

How raw seawater cools the engine and fuel.

Lubrication system

Explanation of the engine oil flow and system.

Steering system

Description of the hydraulic steering system.

Operating the Atlantic 85

General procedures for operating the lifeboat.

Engine alarms

Warning indicators for engine issues.

Fuelling procedure

Precautions and steps for refuelling the lifeboat.

Activity 10 – Planned Maintenance

Planned maintenance

How to find and track planned maintenance tasks.

Activity 11 – Unplanned Maintenance

Yamaha F115 outboard engine

Introduction to troubleshooting Yamaha F115 engines.

Engine will not start

Basic and intermediate fault finding for starting issues.

Engine stalls

Common causes for engine stalling.

Hull construction and repair

Information on hull construction methods and repair procedures.

Buoyancy tubes

Information on the design, function, and repair of buoyancy tubes.

Tube repair procedure

Step-by-step guide for patching buoyancy tubes.

The B-Class Atlantic 85 self-righting system

Components and function of the self-righting system.