Liferaft SR8
Liferaft SR8
Liferaft SR8
P/N: 245901-0
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TRANSMITTAL SHEET
This Transmittal Sheet applies to Service Bulletin 25-66-75, Revision 1 dated MAY 16/14.
N/A
Modification of: - Global reorganization of SB
REVISION SEQUENCE
SE
ERVICE BULLE
B ETIN
TITL
LE:
428, SR8,
S S
SR10 LIFE
E RAF
FTS:
REP
PLAC CEMENT OF
O FLASH LIGH HT
AND ASSO
A OCIAT TED BATT
B TERY
SUMM
MARY
--EFFECTIVITY (AFF
FECTED P
P/N)
Refe
er to Chap
pter 1. Plan
nning inform
mation, Pa
aragraph A
A. Effectivity
y.
--REASON
N
Oveercome ma anufacturin
ng stop of
o flash lig
ght P/N 9992578 and
d associatted
batttery P/N 99
92579.
--BENEFIT
T
Not applicable
e.
--COMPLIA
ANCE
The
e user can choose to o apply this Service Bulletin att the next inspection
n in
case
e of a func
ction failure
e, or for spare.
--DESCRIP
PTION
Repplacement of flash lig ght P/N 99
92578 andd associateed battery P/N 9925
579
with
h flash lightt P/N 9928
841 and as
ssociated battery
b P/N
N 992842.
--LABOUR
R HOURS
25 minutes.
m
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1. Planning in
nformation
A. Effectiivity
DESIGNA
ATION AR
RZ P/N AH P/N
HALF RESCUE KIT
K 203631-2 704A42691019
203631-4 704A42691056
. 10 PERS. VACU
UUM-PACK
KED LIFE R
RAFT 203634-2 -
.. EQU
UIPPED 428
8-6 LIFE RA
AFT 204581-2 -
DESIGNA
ATION AR
RZ P/N AH P/N
HALF RESCUE KIT
K 245931-0 704A42691055
245932-0 -
. EQUIPPED SR8
8 LIFE RAF
FT 219751-0 -
DESIGNA
ATION AR
RZ P/N AH P/N
PACK
KED SR10 LIFE
L RAFT 245431-0 704A42691043
245434-0 704A42691059
. EQUIPPED SR1
10 LIFE RA
AFT 216102-0 -
PACK
KED SR10 LIFE
L RAFT 245431-1 704A42691060
245434-1 704A42691061
. EQUIPPED SR1
10 LIFE RA
AFT 216102-1 -
B. Concu
urrent requirrements
Not ap
pplicable.
C. Reaso
on
Overcome manu
ufacturing stop of fflash light P/N 9925
578 and aassociated battery
P/N 99
92579.
D. Compliance
The u user can ch hoose to appply this S ervice Bulletin at the next inspeection in ca
ase of a
functioon failure, or
o for spare.
For liffe raft P/N 204581-2 fitted
f with o
old lighting system (SSAFT modeel), it is reqquired to
jointly apply SB 25-66-43.
2
E. Descriiption
Replaccement of flash
f light P/N
P 992578 8 and assoc
ciated batte
ery P/N 9922579 with fla
ash light
P/N 99
92841 and associated
a battery P/N
N 992842.
F. Approvval
The te
echnical info
ormation contained in tthis manufa
acturer’s Service Bulletiin was apprroved by
AIRBUUS HELICO OPTERS under the p prerogatives
s awarded by the Deesign Orga anisation
Approvval EASA 21J.056
2 only
y for the AIR
RBUS HELICOPTERS S helicopter range conc cerned.
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ate: MAY 16 6/14
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evision: 1 SB 25-66
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G. L
Labour hou
urs
FFor each ra
aft, 25 minu
utes are ne
eeded to ap
pply this Se
ervice Bulleetin, excludiing re-pack
king
ttime.
H. W
Weight and
d balance
A
Application of this Serv
vice Bulletin
n does not create
c extra
a mass.
I. E
Electrical lo
oad date
N
Not applicable.
J. R
References
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T
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ollows AERA
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C Not ice 12040B
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K. O
Other public
cations affe
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PUBLIC
CATION EQUIPME
ENT
CMM 25-6
69-24 203631-**
CMM 25-6
64-47 245431-** / 245434-**
CMM 25-6
64-96 219751-**
CMM 25-6
64-97 245931-** / 245932-**
2. Mate
erial Informa
ation
A. M
Material-Pro
oduct Supp
port Informa tion
1
1. Materia
al
In orde
er to apply th
his Service Bulletin, it is
i required to
t order thee following components
c s to
Zodiac Aerospace e Services:
COMPON
NENT PART
P NUMBER QUANTIT
TY
Flash light 992841 1
Battery
y 992842 1
2
2. Produc
ct Support In
nformation
For anny further information,, please co
ontact yourr local Zoddiac Aerosp
pace Servic
ces
represe
entative:
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B. Tooling-Price and
d Availability
y
Carrying out the operationss mentione d in this Service
S Bulletin does not require
e special
tooling
g. Regular maintenanc
m e tooling is used.
3. Accomplishment instrructions
A. Generral
No spe ecific enviro
onmental coonditions arre recomme ended to carry out this Service Bulletin.
During g periodic in
nspection, when
w the ra
aft is inflated
d, proceed as follows tto change the
t flash
light and its assocciated batte
ery if necesssary (both flash light an
nd battery mmust be rep
placed).
aces and fitttings remain
Interfa n unchange ed.
1) Rem
move flash light system
m (refer to a
appropriate CMM).
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ue : NOV 08
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P 4/6
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ate: MAY 16 6/14
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evision: 1 SB 25-66
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5) Mark “M Mod per SB 25-66-75” in ¼ inch minimum character
c heeight using a contrastting
color ink
k adjacent to
o the identiffication labe
el on:
Assem
mbly
Equip
pped life raftt
6
6) Write refference of th
his Service Bulletin and applicatio
on date on:
Assem
mbly LOG card
c
Equip
pped life raftt LOG card
4. Appe
endix
A. F
Family tree charts of modification
m relationship
ps
N
Not applicable.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS
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FIGURE OF KNOTS
Overhand knot (O) Boatswain’s knot (BO) Half Hitch knot (HH)
Bowline knot (B) Bowline knot + Overhand knot Bowline knot + Half Hitch knot
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Eight knot (E) Eight knot – 2 strands (E2) Slip knot (S)
Reef knot (R) Loop knot (L) Larks head knot (LH)
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92130 ISSY LES MOULINEAUX FRANCE
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1. Performance
Capacity 8 persons
Overload capacity 14 persons
Dimensions (life raft inflated):
Overall height 1400 mm approx.
External length 3140 mm approx.
External width 1911 mm approx.
Volume of floats 1041 l approx.
Dimensions (life raft packed in carrying bag)
Dimensions 430 x 800 mm
Total weight 26 kg
Internal surface area 3.020 m2 approx.
Operation temperature -30°C to +70°C
2. Description (Figure 1)
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24
14
23 16
15
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18
17
19
22
20
21
Figure 1 – Equipped life raft (2/2)
14 Inflatable arch
15 Floor
16 “SURVIVAL RULES” label
17 Water pouch
18 Hose
19 Protectors
20 Cylinder
21 Boarding ladder
22 Life raft/aircraft attachment line
23 Internal grab strap
24 Guying strap
25 External flash light
26 Floating knife
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One fabric sea anchor (5) connected to the life raft by an attachment line (3) and a swivel
(4).
One internal grab strap (24), one external grab strap (9) and grab handles (6).
One boarding ladder (22) and one inflating access ramp (7) located on each side of the life
raft.
One internal light and external flash light (26).
Five guying straps (25).
“OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS” label
Carrying bag
Life raft/aircraft
attachment line
Cylinder
triggering cable
Inflation handle
Coiling flap
Snap hook
“INSTRUCTIONS” label
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3. Operation
This life raft is designed to right itself in case of wrong position at inflation.
NOTE : In case of non righting due to any damage, use the handles located on the floor to
turn the life raft up.
To get into the life raft:
Hold the external grab strap;
Go to the boarding ladder;
Hoist yourself inside using the grab handles.
Locate the other survivors in order to throw them the floating ring provided for recovery.
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(3). To open and close the doors, use the zip fastener located on the canopy.
(4). The rainwater pouches, located on the canopy, allow rainwater collection.
(5). When thrown into the sea, the sea anchor reduces drift due to the wind.
(6). The water pouches stabilize the life raft, e.g. when survivors hoist themselves inside the
life raft.
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1. General
A. Test conditions
See “CHECK” section.
The tests must be carried out on the life raft equipped with all its fitted accessories and
constituent components, in a ready-for-use configuration.
For inflation operations, the source of compressed air must be fitted with a 20-micron filter
and supply clean, dry and de-oiled air.
The structure is inflated through the manual inflating/deflating valves using adapted tooling
(see “SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS” section).
After removing the protectors from the manual inflating/deflating valves :
Clean the interior of these valves using compressed air ;
Lightly grease the valve poppet seal using a brush, holding the valve open throughout
the operation until the brush is withdrawn.
CAUTION : TAKE CARE NOT TO BLOCK THE VALVE POPPET WHILE USING THE
BRUSH.
All tests must be entered onto the Log Card.
2. Tests
Carry out a leak test before any reconditioning of the life raft.
If the inflatable structure has been repaired, carry out an overpressure test, then a minimum of
12 hours later, a leak test (see “REPAIR” and “CHECK” sections).
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(4). At the end of the test, bring the pressure back down to half its test value (160 hPa) and
check by a detailed examination that the floats show no distortion, tear, loss of adhesion,
slippage or seam breakdown.
(5). After a relaxation period of a minimum of 12 hours, carry out a leak test to check that the
life raft is within the accepted tightness tolerances.
(6). If no faults are noted, put the equipment back into service.
(7). If a fault is noted after the overpressure test, send the equipment back to the
manufacturer or to an approved repair station for examination and repair.
(8). Enter the test pressure and time on the Log Card or on the Equipment Record Card.
Protector
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B. Leak test
(1). Inflate the floats to a pressure of 170 hPa and the floor to 55 hPa.
(2). Leave the assembly to become stable for 30 minutes. If at the end of this period, the life
raft has not maintained pressure, find the origin of the leaks and carry out the necessary
repairs (see “REPAIR” section).
(4). In the event that the corrected pressure loss is above 40 hPa for the floats and 10 hPa for
the floor, find the leak by passing a sponge soaked in soapy water or leak-detection fluid
over the structure.
Deflate the life raft and carry out the necessary repair (see “REPAIR” section) then repeat
the leak test.
(5). In the event that the corrected pressure loss is below 40 hPa for the floats and 10 hPa for
the floor, the condition of the life raft is considered to be satisfactory and can be returned
to service (see “ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING STORAGE)” section).
(6). Note the test pressure, temperature, barometric pressure and duration values on the Log
Card or the Equipment Record Card.
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(1). Open the carrying bag taking the necessary operating precautions to avoid disturbing the
cylinder control (see “DISASSEMBLY” section).
(2). Measure the overall folded dimensions of the vacuum-pack (see “APPENDIX 1”).
(4). If these criteria are not met, the vacuum-packing must be carried out again (see
“ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING STORAGE)”) and “APPENDIX 1” sections).
(5). If the criteria are met, replace the vacuum-packing in the carrying bag and repack the
carrying bag (see “APPENDIX 1”).
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3. Fault isolation
A. General
Fault isolation (apart from functional test) can be carried out by referring to paragraph 3.B. The
information specified in the list in paragraph 3.B can be used in conjunction with the
procedures recommended in the preceding paragraph 2, in order to establish the cause of the
fault and its remedy.
The life raft assembly does Leak at the manual Replace the defective valve(s)
not maintain pressure inflating/deflating valves or at the (see “REPAIR” section or return
inflation inlets. the inflatable structure to the
manufacturer or to an approved
repair station.
The life raft is difficult to Foreign bodies in the valves or the See folding procedure
inflate (slow inflation of floats) valve poppets have deteriorated. (see “APPENDIX 1”).
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DISASSEMBLY
1. General
A. In general, the decision to carry out removal or disassembly (even partial) will be based on the
following becoming evident: a loss of sealing, visible damage or non-holding of performances
noted when the procedures referred to in the “TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION” and
“CHECK” sections are applied.
B. Remove only the parts required to carry out the planned repair or replacement at this level of
action.
The complete disassembly of all the components specified in this section is neither necessary
nor recommended.
C. Remove the components after taking care to place the life raft on a tarpaulin that is completely
clean and free from any foreign bodies likely to damage the structure.
Do not stand or walk on the inflatable part.
Take every precaution to prevent the life raft coming into contact with corrosive products,
hydrocarbons, solvents or cements.
2. Procedure
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(2). Remove the guarantee seal (4) and fully open the zip fasteners (5);
(3). Disconnect the cylinder triggering cable (6) from the life raft attachment line (2);
(4). Remove the folded life raft from the carrying bag (9);
(5). Position the warning flag (12, Fig. 302) on the inflation valve of the cylinder;
(6). Cut the two loops of breakaway thread (7) on the attachment straps (8);
(1). Cut the closing cord (3) attaching the inflation valve protector (4) on the inflation valve
(11) of the cylinder (6);
(4). Fit a blanking plug to the outlet on the inflation valve (11);
(5). Cut the closing cord (5) of the cylinder cover (7);
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(1). Cut the closing cord (3) attaching the inflation inlet protector (1) to the tee union (8);
(2). Unscrew the three connecting nuts of the tee union (8) using a 25 mm open-ended
spanner (counter tighten the two inflation inlets using a 16 mm open-ended spanner);
(3). Remove the two washers (9) and the seal (10);
(1). Remove the inflation inlet protector (1) and the inflation valve protector (4);
(2). Unscrew each end of the hose (tee union and cylinder) using a 25 mm open-ended
spanner;
(4). Screw the protective plug to the inflation valve outlet (11) of the cylinder (6).
(1). Take the sea anchor (1) out of the elastics (2) that fix it to the internal grab strap;
(2). Cut the breakaway threads (3) holding the attachment line and the vee of the sea anchor
to the internal and external grab straps;
(3). Untie the “LH” knot connecting the end loop of the sea anchor rigging lines to the ring of
the swivel (5);
(5). Untie the “B” + “O” knot fixing the attachment line to the ring of the swivel. Remove the
swivel from the attachment line;
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2 10 15
13
11
12
9
See Detail A
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F
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6 2
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(6). Untie the “B” + “O” knot fixing the attachment line to the central loop (4) of the vee of the
sea anchor and separate the two components;
(7). At the level of the attachment patches bonded on the lower float, close to the access
ramp, untie the “B” + “O” knot fixing the vee of the sea anchor, and separate the latter
from the float.
(1). Cut the breakaway thread (3) holding the floating ring (9) to the internal grab strap;
(2). Remove the floating line (10) from the elastics (2) while holding it onto the internal grab
strap;
(3). On the inside of the life raft, untie the finger-trap loop fixing the end of the floating line to
the attachment patch (6) on the lower float.
(2). Untie the “B” + “O” knot fixing the attachment line of the floating knife to the tab of the
pouch.
(1). Remove the survival kit (11) from the Velcro fasteners that hold it in position against the
floor of the life raft;
(2). Untie the cord from the grab strap (“R” + “L” knot) and from the survival kit (“LH” knot);
(4). Take out the components and check their validity (see “CHECK” section).
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9
12 2
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13
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CLEANING
1. General
After use, the life raft must be cleaned as soon as possible as described in paragraph 2.
For the testing equipment and required materials, see the “SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES
AND EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS” section.
Respect the workshop normal safety instructions.
CAUTION : USE CLEANING SOLVENTS IN WELL-VENTILATED PREMISES. DURING
CLEANING, DO NOT ALLOW THE SOLVENT TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH
SEAMS OR MARKINGS.
The source of compressed air used for cleaning must be free from oil and humidity and
incorporate a 20-micron filter.
After cleaning and before storage, carefully dry the life raft in a well-ventilated place.
Use a non-fluffy, dry and clean rag.
2. Procedures
A. Textile components [equipped life raft, carrying bag (if applicable), components bag]
(1). For general cleaning of the life raft in the event of light spots and deposits, use a solution
of TEEPOL diluted in hot water.
Apply the solution using a sponge or non-fluffy rag ;
Rinse with clean water and dry with compressed air.
(2). To remove soiling and grease or paint marks, rub the affected areas with a rag soaked in
neat TEEPOL or MEK for stubborn marks.
(3). Immediately after cleaning, remove all excess solvent with a rag.
(4). Dry.
B. Plastic components
(1). These components are cleaned and the dust removed from them using a rag and
compressed air.
(2). For oil and grease stains, use a solution of TEEPOL and clean water.
Rinse with clean water and dry with compressed air.
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(1). For normal removal of traces of deposits and soiling, clean the outside surfaces only
using a soft brush soaked in a solution of TEEPOL and clean water.
(2). Rinse with clean water and dry with compressed air.
(3). To remove persistent grease marks or soiling, lightly rub the affected surfaces with a rag
lightly dampened with METHYLENE CHLORIDE - DICHLOROMETHANE.
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CHECK
1. General
It is recommended to check the life raft in accordance with the following instructions.
The date of manufacture must be considered as the starting date for service intervals.
It is possible to modify the recommended service intervals in agreement with the local
official monitoring authorities and following a request from the user (airline or aircraft
operator). Refer to the aircraft's MSR.
All handling operations must be carried out on a completely clean tarpaulin whose
dimensions are greater than those of the inflated life raft.
Staff must wear slippers or shoes with very flexible elastomer soles. They must avoid
bringing any gravel or sand onto the tarpaulin. It is also recommended to take every
precaution necessary to prevent soiling from hydrocarbons, solvents and cements, as well
as from any corrosive product.
Refer to Table 501 for carrying out the checking of the life raft assembly, components and
accessories.
When the corrective operation requires the specific replacement of a component, refer to
the “DISASSEMBLY” section for removing the defective component and to the
“ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING STORAGE)” section for fitting the new component.
Use a source of compressed air free from oil and humidity and fitted with a 20-micron filter.
For the testing equipment required, see the “SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND
EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS” section.
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2. Recommendations
Survival bag/components bag: remove the out-of-date components. Replace them by new
components (all types of packing).
A. Preparation
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(3). Inflate the structure of the life raft using a source of compressed air.
Inflate slowly with a low rate of air output, to pressurize to 100 hPa using the manual
inflating/deflating valves.
Repair if necessary
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(a). Weigh the equipped cylinder to check that its weight matches that appearing on its
label (weigh without warning flag and without protectors).
0
(b). The in-service limit is 20 g.
(c). If the measured weight is not within the limit shown, exchange the cylinder or have it
recharged by an approved repair station or the manufacturer Otherwise the cylinder
can be returned to service, subject to it undergoing the following hydrostatic pressure
test within the specified service intervals (Proof pressure).
(4). Checking the inflation valve after refilling with gas (Figure 502)
Place and hold the cylinder in a vice that must be fitted with jaw covers suited to the
diameter of the cylinder (in such a way as to put it under no stress), with the outlet
upwards.
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Using a set of shims, check the relative play between the control lever and the
piston (it must be between 0.5 and 1.7 mm with the cylinder charged). If the play
is less than 0.5 mm, try to push the piston back into the body of the valve using a
screwdriver, until a small escape of gas is noticed;
Check the sealing of the valve, filling the outlet fitting with leak-detection fluid. No
appreciable bubbles must appear;
After checking, blow out all the leak-detection fluid with compressed air;
Weigh the cylinder;
If the test is not conclusive, return the cylinder to an approved station or the
manufacturer.
1 3
3
5 4
6 1
1 Hose
2 Tee union
3 Washer
4 Seal
5 Inflation valve
6 Cylinder
Figure 501 – Inflation system
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Screwdriver
Set of
shims
Piston
Control lever
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REPAIR
1. General
However, it is possible for the following repairs to be carried out in approved workshops.
If there is any doubt as to the repair capability, it is recommended to return the defective life
raft to the manufacturer.
Textile components (components bag, straps and cords fitted to the life raft structure,
canopy);
The cylinder;
The hose.
To the manufacturer;
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Repairs are limited to perforations and tears under 30 mm, located more than 30 mm from
seams or inflation connections.
These repairs are limited in number to three per inflatable element. The procedure is
described in paragraph 3A.
The repair of unstuck seams and away from tears is detailed in paragraph 3.B.
B. If tears cross a seam, the affected life raft will be returned to the manufacturer or approved
repair station.
C. Validation
All repaired inflatable elements must be checked and tested before being put into service (see
“CHECK” and “TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION” sections).
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3. Repair
For the equipment and products required, see the “SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND
EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS” section.
(a). General
Carry out the gluing in well-ventilated and dry premises, with a relative humidity
below 60%;
Change the solvent and the rag when they are dirty;
Do not touch the surfaces after cleaning. The presence of any foreign body can
lead to poor gluing. For the same reasons, do not leave the cleaned surfaces
uncovered for more than a few minutes;
Avoid air currents that cause condensation of atmospheric humidity on the glued
area (due to the accelerated evaporation of the solvents).
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30 mm
Tear
30 mm
30 mm Tear 30 mm
Repair patch
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Brush
Use a brush to apply a first coat of glue to both surfaces to be assembled (carry
out this operation as if brushing on a coat of paint );
Allow it to dry for about 15 minutes, until the film of cement is dry to the touch;
Apply the second coat and allow it to dry until it is tacky (film appears dry but
retains some adhesion to the touch).
CAUTION : DO NOT EXCEED ONE HOUR BETWEEN APPLYING THE CEMENT AND
ASSEMBLING THE SURFACES.
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Glued area
Assemble the glued parts when they are tacky (see paragraph 3.A.(1).(f));
Using the hand, press from the centre of the repair patch to the outside edges,
avoiding trapping any air and forming bubbles.
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Using a spatula, drive the air bubbles or creases that may have appeared from
the centre towards the outside, and press down hard to ensure good contact
between both surfaces;
Spatula
Fabric of the inflatable
component
Repair patch
When the air bubbles have been removed, roll the assembled area evenly with a
roller.
Roller
Fabric of the inflatable
component
Repair patch
NOTE : IF THE FILM OF CEMENT IS DRY BEYOND THE TACKY STATE, THE
SURFACES CAN BE REACTIVATED BEFORE ASSEMBLY BY PASSING
A CLEAN RAG MOISTENED - BUT NOT EXCESSIVELY - WITH MEC
SOLVENT OVER THE CEMENT (Figure 603).
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Talc
Repair patch
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The repair of a tear in the canopy is carried out in accordance with the
instructions in paragraph 3.A.(1) above;
Place a glued piece of original material, round patch or tape on the outside of the
canopy, going 30 mm beyond the puncture or tear;
Talc it and allow it to dry for 24 hours before handling.
Coating
(3). For textile components fitted to the structure of the life raft
The straps, cords and ropes fitted to the structure of the life raft are not repaired but are
replaced with original materials and in accordance with the same types of fitting (knots,
etc.) (see “DISASSEMBLY” and “ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING STORAGE)” sections).
SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCE: For a simple unsticking limited to one edge, re-glue the
component as described in paragraph 3.B.
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E. Replacing the Tee union and its two sealing washers (see IPL)
If necessary, replace the Tee union and its two plastic sealing washers with new, clean parts.
Assemble the connector and its sealing washers to the inflation inlets of the floats (fitted using
silicone grease, tightening torque 2 daN.m) and to the outlet of the cylinder valve (see
« ASSEMBLY (INCLUDING STORAGE) » section).
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1. General
This section describes the preparation operations for the folding and for the final packing.
The final folding procedures are described separately (see “APPENDIX 1”).
Unless otherwise specified, the polyamide straps and cords must be hot cut.
The knots to be used are listed at the beginning of the manual. To make things easier, a
system of abbreviations is used in the text.
The necessary tooling and servicing materials are listed in the “SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES
AND EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS” section.
The storage conditions and procedures are detailed at the end of this section.
Assemble the life raft on a flat floor covered with a clean tarpaulin larger than the inflated life
raft and free of any foreign or corrosive body likely to damage the structure.
Inflate the floats through the manual inflating/deflating valves with a source of clean, dry and
deoiled air (the installation must include a 20 micron filter).
Do not start any folding until you are familiar with the complete specific folding procedure (see
“APPENDIX 1”).
Only carry out the preparatory assembly with components that have been checked.
Components with expiry dates must be compatible with storage or the service duration
between inspections of the life raft.
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Lower float
Attachment patch
Boarding ladder
“B” + “O” knot
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Access ramp
4
Boarding ladder
2
1 Attachment patch
2 Internal grab strap
3 M11213-8 RO webbing
4 External grab strap
Half-twist in the strap
“HH” knot
“B” + “O” knot
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(2). Halfway along, form a 50-mm long flat loop with one “L” knot (detail B).
(3). Attach each end of the vee to the attachment patches located close to the access ramps.
Make one “B” + “O” knot.
1
5 Detail A
2
3
”B” + “O” ”LH”
Swivel
0.5
11 0
B A
6
5
0.05
3 0
Detail B
5
3
4
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B. Fitting the sea anchor attachment line to the vee of the sea anchor
0.5
(1). Cut an 11 0 m length of cord R6301 A665.
(2). Attach one end to the central loop of the vee with one “B” + “O” knot.
2
5
6
8
1 4
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2
Cut a 23 0 m length of cord DR015 A110.
Attach the floating ring to one end of the floating rope with a finger-trap loop (detail A).
Attach the other end of the floating rope to one of the attachment patches of the internal grab
strap with a finger-trap loop.
Attach two elastics to the internal grab strap opposite the cylinder, using “LH” knot.
Coil the floating line thus formed between both elastics.
Attach the floating ring to the internal grab strap with a turn of breakaway thread R65 or R80
A050 stopped by one “S” + “L” knot.
Hose
Washers
Cylinder Seal
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Detail A
12
1
5
3
7
11
10
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11. Making the JAR OPS3 survival kit label (Figure 708)
To make the label, print the text on paper (210 x 160) and laminate.
Make a hole big enough to pass a cord.
Hole
Printed paper
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Bag
Detail A 800mm mini
100
200 0 mm
“LH” knot
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Attachment point
Internal light
Flash light
Coil the wire along the battery and maintain with adhesive tape;
Slide the battery in the elastics situated under the arch;
Attach the battery to the elastics with cord R6107 A665. Secure with an “S” + “L” knot;
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A. Storage conditions
(1). Store the life raft in dry premises and preferably in its original transport packing on a
surface that is clean and both away from and free of any products that are corrosive or
likely to cause damage.
(2). The permitted extreme temperatures for long-term storage are: -30°C to +70°C.
However, it is preferable to keep the stored life raft in normal temperature conditions of
24 ±10°C.
For safety, the inflation cylinder is fitted with a burst safety disc that is broken by excess
pressure.
(4). The openings of the cylinder outlet, the Tee union or the inflation inlets must be
protected, if required, by blanking plugs.
B. Transport
For return to a specialized workshop or to the manufacturer, the life raft must be returned
folded with its cylinder installed and fitted with its warning flag.
Any return of the cylinder alone to a specialized workshop or to the manufacturer must be
carried out in a container that complies with the regulations.
The separate components must be put into a sealed enclosure to keep them free from dust
and humidity.
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COMPONENT CLEARANCES
2
-Length of the floating ring rope 0 m
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2. Materials
2 : TESTING 3 : DISASSEMBLY 4 : CLEANING
5 : CHECK 6 : REPAIR 7 : ASSEMBLY/STORAGE
REFERENCE DESCRIPTION EFFECTIVITY
(MFR CODE)
2 3 4 5 6 7
Local supplier Talc X X
Detergent (TEEPOL) X
(F5380)
Local supplier Leak detection fluid X
(SNOOP)
as per spec. MIL-L-25567C Type 1
Local supplier Methylethylketone (MEK) X X
(C4H8O2)
Local supplier Ethyl Acetate X
(C4H8O)
Local supplier Methylene Chloride-Dichloromethane X
(CH2CI2)
Local supplier Non-downy rags X X X
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION
1. General 1. Généralités
The illustrated parts list (IPL) is intended to Le tableau de composition illustré (TCI) a pour
identify all the components of the unit. but d'identifier tous les composants de
l'équipement.
The illustrated parts list contains the following Le tableau de composition illustré comprend les
sections: sections suivantes :
Introduction, Introduction,
Detailed parts list, Nomenclature détaillée,
General alphanumeric index, Répertoire alphanumérique global,
Equipment designator index (if Répertoire des symboles circuits
applicable), (éventuel),
Table of optional components (if Table des optionnels (éventuel).
applicable).
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70
20
50
40
80
90
60
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150
120
70 10
60
160
100
280 140
120
90
130
30 110
105
80
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Detail
Détail
250 270
260
See Detail
Voir Détail
20
280
290
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ALPHANUMERIC INDEX
REPERTOIRE ALPHANUMERIQUE
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01684 2 070A 1
02002 1 -170A AR
02002 2 -300A 2
02004 2 -310A AR
50515 4 -070A 1
070619 2 -050A 5
073975 2 -200A 1
076820 2 -190A 1
077521 2 040A 1
077848 2 030A 1
078237 2 -220A 1
078238 2 -230A 1
078268 1 060A 1
153126 2 120A 1
153159 2 160A 1
209803-0 2 140A 2
209976-0 1 070A 1
210101-0 1 040A 1
210101-0 2 250A 1
212710-0 2 150A 1
212722-0 2 130A 1
213027-0 3 020A 1
214080-0 1 050A 2
214392-0 4 -050A 1
214495-0 2 110A 2
216110-0 2 -170A 1
216734-0 1 020A 1
216775-0 2 060A 1
216833-0 2 090A 1
216878-0 2 080A 1
STB 3 030A 1
218543-0 4 -040A 1
219385-0 2 -240A 2
219386-0 1 -030A 1
219386-0 4 -001A REF
219734-0 3 010A NP
219751-0 1 -010A 1
219751-0 2 -001A REF
219801-0 2 010A 1
219833-0 2 100A 1
219833-0 3 -001A REF
245901-0 1 -001A REF
919009 1 -140A AR
919012 1 -120A AR
919013 1 -130A AR
919018 1 -110A AR
919029 2 -330A AR
919031 2 -320A AR
919042 1 -150A AR
919075 1 -100A AR
919079 1 -160A AR
954003 2 260A 1
954030 1 090A 1
954069 2 270A 1
962095 2 -180A 1
979017 1 080A 1
991008 4 -060A 1
991054 4 -020A 1
991062 4 -080A 1
991065 4 -010A 5
991087 2 -210A 1
992249 4 -030A 1
992578 2 280A 1
992579 2 290A 1
992580 2 020A 1
APPENDIX 1
FOLDING PROCEDURE
1. Introduction
This document describes the packing of SR8 life raft (P/N 245901- ).
The common assembly and preparation operations to be carried out before this final packing
are described in the “assembly (including storage)” section.
Before any assembly, make sure that the sub-assemblies to be packed have actually been
checked.
2. Configuration
A. Sub-assemblies to be packed
1 carrying bag (P/N 216734-*);
1 inflation handle (P/N 210101-*);
2 attachment straps (P/N 214080-*);
1 “Operating instructions” label (P/N 209976-*);
1 “Instructions” label (P/N 078268);
1 guarantee seal (P/N 979017);
1 snap hook (P/N 954030).
C. Tooling
2 tightening straps (P/N 212685-*);
4 retaining straps (P/N 214583-*);
1 inflating/deflating tool (P/N 215148-*);
1 workshop folding kit (plated/ blunt nose, shot bags, thread puller);
1 vacuum pump;
1 packing tool.
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3. Preparation
Detail A
1. Sea anchor
2. Elastics fitted onto the internal grab 1
strap with “LH” knots
3. Sea anchor line 2
4. External grab strap
5. Vee of the sea anchor
6. Pass through the canopy door
7. Turns of thread R65 or R80 A050 tied
off by “S” + “L” knot
7
6
3
4
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3
5
7 6
Detail A
Hose
Float
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Detail A
Carry out the same operation for the upper float (Detail B);
Detail B
Ensure that the sea anchor attachment line has been placed between the two floats;
Position the manual inflating/deflating valves so that they are flat;
After complete exhaustion of all the floats, put the protector back onto the manual
inflating/deflating valves. Check that all the components are completely flat;
Flatten out the canopy.
Access ramp
“R” knot
Cylinder
Boarding ladder
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Survival kit
Battery
100 mm
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Access ramp
Boarding ladder
Figure 5 – Folding the life raft
Make a fold 150 mm away from the cylinder bottom (Figure 6);
Place the life raft/ aircraft attachment line between the floats up to the cylinder inflation valve;
150mm
Cylinder
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730 mm
Fold the other end of the life raft to obtain a 750-mm fold (Figure 8);
750 mm
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Fold back the end of the life raft to obtain a 750-mm fold (Figure 9);
Maintain the life raft with four retaining straps (Figure 10);
Retaining straps
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To make the life raft match the required volume, use a packing tool (dimensions: 400x750 mm):
Arrange both tightening straps at the bottom of the tool so that they are at right angles to
the cylinder.
Put the life raft inside the tool making accordion pleats of 350 mm (Figure 12).
Position the component bag along the cylinder at the first pleat.
CAUTION : REMOVE THE 4 RETAINING STRAPS DURING THE FOLDING.
COUNT DOWN THE SHOT BAGS.
350 mm
Component bag
Cylinder
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Position the 2 tightening straps on the cylinder and tighten in order to obtain a compact and
cylindrical pack (Figure 13);
Tightening straps
R721-717 A805
breakaway cord
”S” + “L” knot
Attachment straps
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Carrying bag
Coiling flap
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A. Connections between the life raft and the carrying bag (Figure 16):
Cut 6500 mm of rope DR016 A665 and attach one end of the rope to the life raft/ aircraft
attachment line with one “B” + “O” knot.
Attach the other end of the attachment rope to the snap hook with a finger-trap loop (detail B).
The final length of the attachment rope must be 6100 mm minimum.
Pass a piece of cord R6210 A665 through the eyelet on the “Instructions” label (5) and attach it
to the loop of the attachment line on the snap hook (6) with one “R” + “L” knot.
4600 ±50 mm from the snap hook, make a 50-mm flat loop tied with one “L” knot (point C).
Cut the life raft/ aircraft attachment line 800 ± 50 mm from the snap hook.
Make a “B” + “O” knot at each end of the line (detail A).
Make 3 turns of cord R708 A330 (detail A) over 100 ± 50 mm in each end loop. Tie with one “B”
+ “O” knot. Make a telltale loop (9): pass cord R708 A330 through the end loop on the life raft
side. Tie with one “R” + “L” knot.
Coil the life raft/ aircraft attachment line between the elastics (4) provided on the coiling flap (7),
letting a piece of line stick out of the flap.
Take approx. 360 mm of R6301 A805 cord and attach it to the loop on the triggering cable (2)
with one “B” + “O” knot (point A).
Make one 50-mm flat loop tied with one “L” knot (point B). It must be 200 mm front point A.
Slide the other end of the cord through the slit provided in the bag. Attach it to point C with one
“B” + “O” knot. Distance between point B and point C must be as short as possible.
Pass the loop of the R6301 A805 cord through the tab of the inflation handle (8) and make one
“LH” knot.
Place the inflation handle on the Velcro straps provided for this purpose on the bag.
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3 turns of
R708 A330
1 8
”LH” knot
Point A
“B” + “O” knot Point B
“L” knot
3 R6301 A450
”B” + “O” knot
Point C
“L” knot
4
Detail A
Detail B
R6210 A665
7 “R” + “L” knot
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5
2
1. 1 turn of R721-717 A805 cord
2. “S” + “HH” knot
3
3. Lead seal
4. “R” + “L” knot
4 5. Slide
100
“LH” knot 200 0 mm
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