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 TM 55-1905-223-10
a. Liferaft Operation.
(1) Tie liferaft PAINTER LINE (8, FIGURE 2-220) secure to liferaft launching ramp.
(2) Launch liferaft as follows:
(a) Open PELICAN HOOK (5) by prying LOCKING RING (4) up and over end of hook.
(b) Release RETAINER STRAP (3).
(c) Two crew members lift liferaft (1l) off of cradle (7) and place on launch ramp, release liferaft.
(d) If liferaft does not inflate after hitting water, pull sharply on PAINTER LINE (8).
NOTE
Liferafts are equipped with hydrostatic releases (6) designed to release liferafts
when submerged.
Three straps (2 and 3) secured around life raft container and will release as life
raft inflates.
(e) After boarding liferaft, cut PAINTER LINE (8).
b. Startup Procedure for Rescue/Workboat Crane (FIGURE 2-221).
(1) Turn WATERTIGHT CAP (5) counterclockwise on MOTOR CONTROLLER (7).
(2) Insert POWER CORD (1) into socket of MOTOR CONTROLLER (7).
(3) On MOTOR CONTROLLER (7), set OFF-ON lever to ON position.
c. Operation.
WARNING
Never use crane for any type of human support or transportation.
Operator will never lift a load over other personnel. Severe injury or death could
result if crane equipment fails.
Personnel will not walk under a hoisted load. Severe injury or death could result if
crane equipment fails.
Operator will not attempt to hoist load until load and conditions allow safe
operation.
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