5.5.1
Visual inspection
As the visual inspection, please check the followings:
1. When the capsule release away, checks that there is no obstacle in the circumference of the
bracket.
2. Check for defects on the capsule and the bracket.
3. Make sure that the capsule and bracket are not painted or otherwise covered with chemicals,
oil, etc.
4. The lanyard should be firmly attached to the capsule. The lanyard should not be tied to the
vessel.
5.5.2
Check the expire date
Please check the following. If the expire date is approaching, please contact our head office, or a
nearby branch or local office to request servicing.
1. Battery
Part of year and month of the expire date is cut.
2. Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU)
Check is attached on year and month of the expire date.
HRU expire date
Complying with MSC.493(104)
Float-free capsule
NDH-339B
The battery expire date
Chapter 5 About Float-free Capsule
Before complying with MSC.493(104)
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Float-free capsule
NDH-339
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