45' Response Boat - Medium Flashcards
Who designed the RB-M?
Camarc LTD of Sussex, England.
Who manufactured the RB-M?
Marinette Marine Corporation of Marinette, Wisconsin, in coordination with Kvichak Marine Industries of Seattle, Washington.
What must be done to ensure the RB-M can right itself after a rollover?
The ability to recover from a rollover requires that all doors, hatches and windows be securely shut.
What is the hull length without fenders?
43’ 9”
What is the length overall, with fenders?
44’ 9”
What is the hull beam without fenders?
13’ 8”
What is the beam overall, with fenders?
14’ 8”
What is the freeboard at the bow?
4’ 9”
What is the freeboard at the deck recess?
1’ 11”
What is the freeboard at the stern?
2’ 11”
What are the freeboards at the bow, amidships, and aft?
4’ 9”
1’ 11”
2’ 11”
What is the draft?
3’ 4”
What is the highest fixed point?
13’ 1” (mast down)
What is the highest unfixed point?
20’ 9” (mast up)
What kind of engines does the RB-M have?
Twin Detroit Diesel Series 60 diesel engines.
What is the rated horsepower of the Detroit Diesel Series 60?
825 BHP at 2300 RPM.
What kind of reduction gears does the RB-M have?
Twin Disc MG-5114-SC
What is the reduction ratio for the RB-M’s reduction gears?
1.02:1 reduction.
What type of fuel does the RB-M use?
Diesel
What is the fuel capacity of the RB-M at 100%?
510 Gallons
What is the fuel capacity of the RB-M at 95%?
485 Gallons
How much potable water is on the RB-M?
5 Gallons
What kind of generators does the RB-M have?
Dual engine mounted 8.5 KW generators.
What kind of waterjets does the RB-M have?
Kamewa Rolls Royce FF Model Number 375S.
What is the RB-M’s displacement in hoisting condition [Full fluids (fuel water, oil) plus 600 lb service life margin. No crew or cargo]?
36,700 LBS
What is the RB-M’s displacement in hoisting condition
(plus 4 crewmembers @ 210 lbs ea)?
37,540 LBS
What is the maximum amount of people the RB-M can hold?
24 (210 LBS each)
What are the maximum seas the RB-M can operate in?
10’
What are the maximum winds the RB-M can operate in?
30 KTS
What is the RB-M’s maximum operating distance from shore?
50 NM
What is the RB-M’s range at 30 KTS in calm water?
250+ NM
What is the RB-M’s maximum RPM?
2350 RPM
What is the RB-M’s maximum speed?
40+ KTS
What is the RB-M’s cruising RPM?
1950 RPM
What is the RB-M’s cruising speed?
30 KTS
What is the RB-M’s towing capacity?
100 Displacement Tons
What is the RB-M’s ice breaking capability?
Light surface ice and slush at idle speeds.
What are the acceptable types of diesel for the RB-M?
Acceptable fuel types for the RB-M engines are Diesel 1-D, 2-D (ASTM D 975-09 Compliant).
Can you use JP5 as a fuel source for the RB-M?
JP5 fuel is not authorized for use in the RB-M engines. Failure to adhere to this caution can result in equipment damage.
Can the RB-M be trailered?
The 45FT RB-M was not designed for transport on a boat trailer. Over-the-road delivery should be performed by a licensed commercial shipping company.
What is the pilothouse and overhead of the survivors compartment constructed of?
Aluminum alloy type 5083-H116.
Where does the pilothouse and overhead of the survivors compartment attach on the RB-M?
It is welded to the hull between Frame 6 (aft) and Frame 14 (forward).
Where does the mast base attach to the pilothouse?
The mast base assembly is attached to the Pilothouse top at Frame 6 and Frame 8.
What type of hull does the RB-M have?
The RB-M incorporates a planing hull form with a double chine and a 20 degree dead rise at the transom.
What is the RB-M’s hull constructed of?
The boat’s hull is made of aluminum alloy type 5083-H116 plating with 5086 H112 extrusions.
Where does the keel shoe run on the RB-M’s hull and what is its purpose?
A keel shoe runs the length of the hull for additional hull plating protection and improved maneuverability.
Where are the strakes on the RB-M?
There are two strakes extending forward from the transom and outboard of the waterjets, port and starboard.
How are the frames numbered on the RB-M?
Frames are numbered from transom to bow.
What is the frame spacing interval from the transom to frame two?
24” Intervals
What is the frame spacing interval from the frame two and forward?
Spacing from Frame 2 forward is at 28 inch intervals.
Where are the boat’s numbers and a Coast Guard identification stripe with emblem located?
On each side of the hull between Frames 14 and 17.
Where is “U.S. COAST GUARD” in black letters located?
On each side of the hull between Frames 2 and 5.
Where are the boat’s number and station name in black letters located?
Displayed on the stern.
Where are the fixed fenders or rub rails located?
At the gunwale level from the bow to around the stern to the end of the swim platform.
Where is the survivors’ compartment sink overboard discharge located?
Port side between Frames 11 and 12.
Where is the HVAC condensate pump overboard discharge located?
Starboard side at Frame 13.
Where are the bilge pump overboard discharges located?
Forepeak: Starboard side just forward of Frame 14.
Survivors’ Compartment: Port side at Frame 11.
Auxiliary Machinery Compartment: Port and starboard at Frame 7.
Engine Compartment: Starboard side between Frames 3 and 4.
Lazarette: Aft through the transom on the starboard side.
Where is the forepeak’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Starboard at Frame 14
Where is the survivors compartment’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Port at Frame 11
Where is the auxiliary machinery compartment’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Port and Starboard at Frame 7
Where is the starboard AMC’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Starboard at Frame 7
Where is the engine compartment’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Starboard side between Frames 3 and 4.
Where is the lazarette’s bilge pump overboard discharge located?
Aft through the transom on the starboard side.
Where is the depth sounder transducer located?
The Airmar SS264-20-degree high performance thru-hull depth transducer is in the Engine Compartment between frames 3 and 4 on the port side of the keel.
Where are the sea suction valves located?
Between the transom and Frame 1 on both sides of the keel in the Lazarette.
Where is the deepest draft on the RB-M?
Between the transom and Frame 2.
What is the RB-M’s fendering system made of?
The RB-M fender is a D-shaped ionomer foam.
How many watertight bulkheads are on the RB-M?
The RB-M is constructed with four watertight bulkheads.
What are the four watertight bulkheads on the RB-M?
Frames 2, 7, 10 and 14.
What are the six watertight compartments on the RB-M?
Forepeak
Survivors’ Compartment
Auxiliary Machinery Compartment
Engine Compartment
Lazarette
Pilothouse
What frames contain the forepeak?
Frame 14 to Bow
What frames contain the survivors compartment?
Frame 10 to Frame 14
What frames contain the auxiliary machinery compartment?
Frame 7 to Frame 10
What frames contain the engine compartment?
Frame 2 to Frame 7
What frames contain the lazarette?
Transom to Frame 2
What frames contain the pilothouse?
Frame 6 to Frame 10 above the main deck.
How many compartments on the RB-M can be flooded and maintain damage stability?
Any single compartment in the hull can be flooded and the RB-M will have sufficient damage stability.
How is the forepeak accessed on the RB-M?
Access to the Forepeak is through a 24 inch diameter round watertight hatch on the main deck, just forward of Frame 14.
Where is the anchor line reel located on the RB-M?
Forepeak
What is the size of the anchor line on the RB-M?
The anchor line reel contains 300 FT of 2 ¾ inch circumference double braided nylon (DBN) line.
How long is the chain that attaches to the anchor line on the RB-M?
9’
Where is the drogue stored on the RB-M?
Forepeak
How is the forepeak ventilated?
The Forepeak is naturally ventilated by two gooseneck vents with ball check valves.
How is the survivors compartment accessed on the RB-M?
The Survivors’ Compartment is accessed through a double-sided door in the forward bulkhead of the Pilothouse.
Is the door from the pilothouse to the survivors compartment watertight?
The door leading from the Pilothouse into the Survivors’ Compartment is not watertight.
How do you escape from the survivors compartment in an emergency?
Emergency escape is through a 24 inch x 24 inch watertight hatch in the compartment overhead.
Can the survivors compartment emergency escape be opened from the outside?
The hatch cannot be opened from the outside.
How do you climb out of the emergency escape hatch in the survivors compartment of the RB-M?
A webbed egress ladder is rolled up and secured to the overhead directly forward of the egress hatch.
How do you access the bilge in the survivors compartment of the RB-M?
The bilge is accessed by four removable deck plates. Each deck plate has two twist latches.
How many portlights are in the survivors compartment of the RB-M?
The compartment has three portlights. One additional portlight is located in the enclosed head.
Where is the portable handheld searchlight located on the RB-M?
A portable hand held searchlight is stowed in the survivors compartment in the cabinet under the sink and is secured by nylon straps.
How is the portable handheld searchlight charged?
The portable searchlight is rechargeable. The charger can be connected to a 120 VAC outlet plug located within the cabinet under the sink in the survivors compartment.
How many seats are in the survivors compartment of the RB-M?
Three seats are located on the port side and two seats are located on the starboard side.
What items are in the galley of the RB-M?
A 5 gallon portable water cooler
A sink
A microwave oven
A paper towel dispenser
A sealed trash can
A 36 quart cooler with a locking lid
Where is the galley located on the RB-M?
The galley is located on the port side of the Survivors’ Compartment.
Where is the head located on the RB-M?
The head is located on the starboard side of the Survivors’ Compartment.
Where are Type I PFD’s located on the RB-M?
The Head
How many Type I PFD’s are on the RB-M?
Five Type I adult PFDs, two Type I child PFDs.
Where is the grapnel hook located on the RB-M?
The Head
Where is the EMT kit located on the RB-M, and is it required?
The Coast Guard EMT Kit (optional) can be stowed on the forward bulkhead (bulkhead 14) on centerline.
Where is the stokes litter stored on the RB-M?
In the survivors compartment secured to the top of the starboard storage cabinet with nylon straps.
Where is the medevac board stored on the RB-M?
In the survivors compartment secured to the top of the starboard storage cabinet with nylon straps.
Where is the swimmer harness (with line) stored on the RB-M?
In the survivors compartment secured to the top of the starboard storage cabinet with nylon straps.
How much line is attached to the swimmer harness?
70’
Where is the 10 person first aid kit located on the RB-M?
A 10-person first aid kit is located in the Boat Outfit Locker in the survivors compartment.
Where is the boat outfit locker located on the RB-M?
The two-door boat outfit locker is located in the survivors compartment on the starboard side, forward of the two folding seats.
What is contained in the boat outfit locker of the RB-M?
Two blankets
Two pillows
Push button signal horn with spare bottle of air
Personnel retrieval strop
A 50 FT roll of fire fighting hose
Fire nozzle
A ten-person first aid kit.
Where is the ammunition box located on the RB-M?
The ammunition box is located in the survivors compartment above the starboard folding seats, next to the head.
What does the ammunition locker hold?
The locker is fitted with a locking door and will hold four M19A1 ammunition containers.
Where is the pyrotechnics locker located on the RB-M?
The pyrotechnics stowage container is stowed in a locked cabinet forward of the port folding seats.
Where are the gun locks located on the RB-M?
Gun locks are located in the survivors compartment above the port and starboard seats.
What kind of weapons do the gun locks hold?
They provide stowage for two M240B light machine guns.
What is stowed in the lockable cabinet in the survivors compartment, forward of the port seats?
Four boat crew survival vests.
How many fire extinguishers are in the survivors compartment of the RB-M?
Two 5 LB dry chemical fire extinguishers are secured in brackets.
Where are the two 5 LB fire extinguishers located in the survivors compartment?
One is on the forward bulkhead next to the Lifesaver Kit and one is on the head bulkhead next to the seats.
Where in the survivors compartment are smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are located?
The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are located in the overhead of the compartment near the galley.
Where is the heat detector located in the survivors compartment?
The heat detector is located to starboard of the escape hatch.
At what temperature is the heat detector in the survivors compartment activated?
The heat detector is activated at 190°.
Where is the toolbox located on the RB-M?
A toolbox is located in the survivors compartment under the pilothouse access ladder. The toolbox is secured by two nylon straps.
Where is the damage control kit stored on the RB-M?
A damage control kit is stowed in the survivors compartment under the second deck plate forward of the access ladder.
Where is the spare parts box stored on the RB-M?
A spare parts box is stowed in the survivors compartment under the deck plate immediately forward of the access ladder.
Where is the survivors compartment bilge pump located?
The bilge pump and float switch are located below the deck plate that is under the access ladder.
Where in the survivors compartment is the HVAC unit located?
A heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) unit is located behind the forward seat on the starboard side.
Where in the survivors compartment is the HVAC control unit located?
The HVAC control for this compartment is located on the port side in the galley area.
Where in the survivors compartment is the condensate pump located?
Condensate from the HVAC unit drains to a condensate pump located below the deck plate that is under the access ladder.
Where are the 120 VAC outlets located in the survivors compartment?
A duplex, 120 VAC electrical outlet is located outboard of the microwave oven. An additional 120 VAC outlet is located in the handheld searchlight stowage cabinet.
Where is the 12 VAC outlets located in the survivors compartment?
Located outboard of the microwave oven.
Where is the BCCS port in the survivors compartment located?
The crew communications connection port is located on the port side in the galley area.
Where in the survivors compartment is the wiper fluid tank located?
The windshield wiper fluid tank is mounted on the aft bulkhead, port side, next to the Pilothouse access ladder.
What is the capacity of the wiper fluid tank?
The reservoir holds 2.6 gallons of washer fluid.
Where is the HF secure radio located on the RB-M?
The HF radio secure communications component (KY-99) is mounted in an enclosed, security-locked box located on the port side above the galley.
Where is the grounding wand located on the RB-M?
A grounding wand and clip for helicopter operations is located in the head.
Where is the auxiliary machinery compartment located on the RB-M?
The Auxiliary Machinery Compartment is located between the Engine Compartment and the Survivors’ Compartment, below the Pilothouse.
How is the auxiliary machinery compartment accessed?
Access to the Auxiliary Machinery Compartment is through a non-tight 24 inch x 24 inch hatch on the centerline of the Pilothouse.
How is the auxiliary machinery compartment ventilated on the RB-M?
The compartment is ventilated by a gooseneck vent with a ball check valve on the port side of the Pilothouse and a powered exhaust fan that discharges air into the Engine Compartment ventilation duct.
Where is the ventilation fan in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
The fan is located in the aft, starboard corner of the compartment.
When should the ventilation fan be on in the auxiliary machinery compartment?
The fan should be on whenever the boats electronics are energized.
How many batteries are in the RB-M’s auxiliary machinery compartment?
Four batteries are enclosed in two battery boxes secured to aluminum brackets.
Where are the batteries in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
The batteries are located port and starboard of the centerline at the forward end of the compartment.
What is an IPS?
Induction Power Source
What is an ECU?
Electronic Control Unit
Where are induction power source’s (IPS) electronic control unit’s (ECU) located?
An induction power source (IPS) electronic control unit (ECU), is located outboard of each battery.
Where is the battery charger in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
A battery charger is located on the forward bulkhead, starboard side.
Where does the battery charger receive its power from?
The battery charger receives power from the 240P Power distribution panel located on the AC power island located between the crew and navigator’s seats.
Where are the battery solenoids in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
The battery solenoids and the automatic charging relay are located in a Battery Distribution Panel located behind a clear plastic cover, on centerline, on the forward bulkhead.
Where is the fuel tank located on the RB-M?
The forward portion of the fuel tank is located in the center of the auxiliary machinery compartment.
How is the fuel tank accessed on the RB-M?
Access to the tank is provided by two Tiona style hatch covers with a band clamping mechanism, located in the tank top.
Where are the fuel tank fill and vent lines located?
The fuel tank fill and vent lines are located on the starboard side of the tank, forward of the access ladder.
Where are the smoke and heat detectors in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
Smoke and heat detectors are located in the overhead of the compartment.
Where is the FM 200 fire suppression system located?
An FM 200 fire suppression system is located in the auxiliary machinery compartment at the forward bulkhead, port side.
Where can the FM 200 fire suppression system be activated?
The system can be activated by valves at the Coxswain’s seat, and at the FM 200 cylinder in the Auxiliary Machinery Compartment.
At what temperature is the heat detector in the auxiliary machinery compartment activated?
The heat detector is activated at 190°.
Where are the bilge pumps in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
Two bilge pumps and float switches are located at Frame 7, one on each side of centerline, outboard of the fuel tank.
Where are the bilge pumps on the RB-M activated from?
The bilge pumps are controlled by a switch at the Engineer’s console.
What does the air compressor service on the RB-M?
The air compressor serves the air horn and pressurizes the pilothouse window seals.
Where is the air compressor located on the RB-M?
The compressor is located on the forward, starboard side of the auxiliary machinery compartment .
What pressure is the relief valve set at on the air compressor?
The compressor has a relief valve setting of 165 psi.
Where is the electronics rack in the auxiliary machinery compartment located?
An electronics rack is located on the port side of the compartment.
What is housed on the electronics rack in the auxiliary machinery compartment?
The rack holds the VHF-FM and UHF-FM radio transceivers, the AIS unit, the portable steering control console, and the HF SSB radio.
Where is the shore power circuit breaker located on the RB-M?
The master circuit breaker for the shore power circuit is located on the port side of the auxiliary machinery compartment, aft of the electronics rack.
Where is the shore power transformer located on the RB-M?
A shore power transformer is located on centerline at the forward end of the auxiliary machinery compartment.
What does the RB-M’s shore power transformer do?
The transformer electrically isolates the boat’s 120 VAC power from the shore power source and steps the voltage up to 240 VAC.
Where is the wireless radio interface box for the crew communication system located?
on the port side of the auxiliary machinery compartment, forward of the shore power circuit breaker
Where are the 24 VDC to 12 VDC converters located?
Two 24 VDC to 12 VDC converters are located on the starboard side of the auxiliary machinery compartment, aft of the air compressor.
What do the 24 VDC to 12 VDC converters supply?
The converters supply power to 12 VDC electronics equipment and the 12 VDC outlets.
Where is the vector system and backup relay box located on the RB-M?
The vector system control unit and backup relay box are mounted on the aft bulkhead of the auxiliary machinery compartment, starboard side.
Where does the vector system and backup relay box receive power from?
They receive power from the 24 VDC distribution panel located below the control unit.
Where is the main engine control box, ethernet switch box, network sounder and rollover switch located?
The main engine control box, Ethernet switch box, network sounder and rollover switch are located on the aft bulkhead, on centerline
Where does the main engine control box receive power from?
The main engine control box receives power from the 24P2 Engine Bus power distribution panel at the engineer’s console.
Where does the ethernet switch box receive power from?
The ethernet switch box receives power from the 12 VDC Main Panel on the power distribution panel at the engineer’s console.
Where does the network sounder receive power from?
The network sounder receives power from the 24P1 Vital Bus power distribution panel at the engineer’s console.
Where does the rollover switch receive power from?
The rollover switch receives power from the Vector 24 VDC distribution panel on the auxiliary machinery compartment aft bulkhead, starboard side.
Where is the engine compartment located on the RB-M?
The engine compartment is a watertight compartment located between the auxiliary machinery compartment and the lazarette.
How is the RB-M’s engine compartment monitored?
The engine compartment can be monitored remotely from the pilothouse using a closed circuit television (CCTV) system.
How is the RB-M’s engine compartment accessed?
Access to the engine compartment is through a watertight 24 inch x 24 inch hatch on the centerline of the aft deck. This hatch is the only access and emergency escape route from the compartment.
How is the RB-M’s engine compartment accessed to preform maintenance?
Two large bay hatches are provided for maintenance access. Each engine bay hatch is fitted with flush, adjustable dogs to provide a watertight seal, and gas struts to assist in opening and closing the hatch.
Where are the handles to operate the hatch dogs on the engine bay hatches located?
The handles to operate the hatch dogs are stowed in a bag on the back of the Engineer’s seat.
What is the load limit on the RB-M’s engine bay hatches?
These hatches have a 3000 LB maximum uniform load limit.
Where are the engine compartment air intakes located?
The engine compartment air intakes are located port and starboard on the aft bulkhead of the pilothouse.
How is the engine compartment ventilated?
The engine compartment is vented by two 11 inch fans. The fans extract hot air and pull outside ambient air into the space.
Where are the engine compartment ventilation outlet ducts located?
The outlet ducts are located on the outboard sides of the lazarette scuttle.
How are the 11 inch ventilations fans in the engine compartment powered?
The fans receive power from the 24P2 Engine Bus power distribution panel on the Engineer’s console.
Where are the engine compartment fan controls located on the RB-M?
The fan control is located on the engineer’s console.
What are the Detroit Diesel engines located and what are they rated for?
Two Detroit Diesel engines, each rated 825 HP at 2300 RPM are located in the engine compartment.
What is each Detroit Diesel engine equipped with?
A reduction gear
Exhaust piping
Water lift muffler
Fuel and water piping
Filter assemblies
An AuraGen™ Induction Power Source (IPS)
Where are the hydraulic pumps for the water jets located?
Hydraulic pumps for the water jets are located on the forward end of each engine.
Where is the RB-M’s hydraulic fluid tank located?
The hydraulic fluid tank is located on the port side of the engine compartment between Frames 5 and 6.
What forms the walk space between the main engines on the RB-M?
The top of the fuel tank forms the walk space between the main engines.
How is the fuel tank accessed?
The tank top is fitted with two bolt-on Tiona type hatch covers for access to the tank.
What is the fuel tank fitted with?
The tank is fitted with supply and return lines, and a fuel stripping pipe.
What are the fuel tank supply lines fitted with?
The fuel tank supply lines are fitted with emergency shut off valves.
Where are the fuel tank emergency shut off valves located?
The emergency shutoff valves are located in the engine compartment beneath the deck plate that is between the access assist steps.
What fire protection system protects the engine compartment?
The engine compartment is protected by the FM200 fire suppression system.
Where are the smoke and heat detectors located in the engine compartment?
Smoke and heat detectors are located on the aft bulkhead.
How do the engine compartments heat and smoke detectors receive power?
The detectors receive power from the 24P1 Vital Bus power distribution panel located at the Engineer’s console.
At what temperature is the heat detector in the engine compartment activated?
The heat detector is activated at 190°.
Where is the bilge pump and float switch located in the engine compartment?
The bilge pump and float switch for the engine compartment are located on centerline just aft of the diesel engines.
How is the engine compartment bilge pump controlled?
The bilge pump is controlled by a switch at the Engineer’s console and it receives power from the 24P1 Vital Bus power distribution panel located at the Engineer’s console.
Where are the 120 VAC electrical outlets located in the engine compartment?
Duplex, 120 VAC electrical outlets are located on the forward bulkhead, on centerline.
How are the 120 VAC electrical outlets powered?
The outlets receive power from the 240 P1 AC Bus power distribution panel on the AC Power Island, located between the crew and navigator’s seats.
Where is the engine compartment’s CCTV camera located?
The engine compartment has a closed circuit TV camera located on centerline.
Where can the engine compartment CCTV be viewed?
The engine compartment can be monitored at the Engineer’s console.
How is the CCTV system powered?
The TV receives power from the 12 VDC Main Panel on the power distribution panel at the Engineer’s console.
Where is the FM200 fire suppression discharge head located?
In the engine compartment above the 120 VAC outlets and CCTV camera.
Where is the lazarette located on the RB-M?
The lazarette is a watertight compartment located between the transom and the engine compartment.
How is the RB-M’s lazarette accessed?
Access to the lazarette is through a watertight hatch on top of the lazarette scuttle.
How is the RB-M’s lazarette ventilated?
The lazarette is vented by two gooseneck vents with ball check valves to prevent water intrusion.
What kind of water jets are located in the lazarette?
This compartment contains two Kamewa FF-375S water jets with associated hydraulic valves and cylinders.
Where is the sea chest, sea chest vent, main engine raw water valves, de-icing valves, and HVAC raw water strainer located?
At the foot of the access ladder in the lazarette.
Where are the propulsion raw water duplex strainers located?
The propulsion raw water duplex strainers are located outboard of the water jets.
Where does the aft portion of the engine exhaust pipes run through?
The aft portion of the engine exhaust pipes run through the lazarette and exits through the transom.
Where does the 6 FT P6 standpipe connection hose hang?
The lazarette is fitted with a bar for hanging stowage and a 6 FT P6 pump standpipe connection hose.
Where is the bilge pump located in the lazarette?
A bilge pump is located on centerline at the forward bulkhead of the lazarette.
How is the lazarette bilge pump controlled?
The bilge pump is controlled by a switch at the Engineer’s console and it receives power from the 24P1 Vital Bus power distribution panel located at the Engineer’s console.
Where is the depth sounder transducer located on the RB-M?
The Airmar SS264-20-degree high performance thru-hull depth transducer is in the Engine Compartment between frames 3 and 4 on the port side of the keel.
If you are in the pilothouse, what is your escape route?
Emergency escape is through a non-tight double door leading from the pilothouse into the survivors’ compartment and out through the hatch in the overhead of the survivors’ compartment.
What is the last resort escape route on the RB-M?
Emergency escape may also be made through the sliding windows on either side of the pilothouse, however the window seals must be deflated before these windows can slide open.
What windows in the RB-M’s pilothouse are heated?
The three forward facing windows are heated.
Where are the heater controls for the three forward facing windows in the pilothouse?
Heater controls are located at the Engineer’s Console.
Where do the heated windows in the pilothouse get their power from?
The heaters receive power from the 240P2 AC-2 power distribution panel located on the AC Power Island, located between the crew and navigator’s seats.
Which windows have wipers and washer nozzles and where are the controls located?
Each forward facing window has wipers and washer nozzles controlled from the Coxswain’s and navigator’s consoles.
What makes the sliding windows in the pilothouse airtight?
When fully closed and locked, an air seal, pressurized from the compressed air system, seals the window to make them watertight.
How are the air seals depressurized on the RB-M’s windows?
Each window is fitted with a manual deflator valve to depressurize the air seal.
What windows on the RB-M have defrosters?
The side and aft windows, except for the pilothouse door, are fitted with defrosters to help control condensation.
Where are the controls for the window defrosters on the RB-M?
Controls for the defrosters are located at the Engineer’s console.
Where do the window defrosters on the RB-M receive their power from?
The defrosters receive power from the 24P3 Non-Vital Bus power distribution panel located at the Engineer’s console.
Where are smoke, heat and carbon monoxide detectors located in the RB-M’s pilothouse?
Smoke, heat and carbon monoxide detectors are located in the compartment overhead.
At what temperature is the heat detector in the pilothouse activated?
The heat detector is activated at 190°.
How much seating is in the RB-M’s pilothouse?
The pilothouse has individual seating for four crewmembers.
What are the three main operating stations in the RB-M’s pilothouse?
Coxswain’s Console
Navigator’s Console
Engineer’s Console
Where is the Coxswain’s console located?
The Coxswain’s console is located on the forward starboard side of the Pilothouse.
Where is the Navigator’s console located?
The navigator’s console is located on the forward port side of the Pilothouse.
Where is the Engineer’s console located?
The Engineer’s console is located on the starboard side of the Pilothouse aft of the Coxswain’s seat.
What are the three sections of the Engineer’s console?
Upper Section
Lower Section
Inboard Section
What are the four panels on the inboard section of the Engineer’s console?
Vital Bus
Engine Bus
Non Vital Bus
12 VDC Main Panel
