Attachment_10 _Preliminary_Acceptance_Inspection_Guide.pdf

ATTACHMENT 10: FMS PRELIMINARY ACCEPTANCE INSPECTION GUIDE

WITHOUT GENERATOR/AIRCONDITIONING

DATE: _ ___________

BOAT NUMBER: _________________

USCG INSPECTOR NAME: ____________

CLIENT INSPECTOR NAME: ___________

** Pictures: Take a minimum of 4 pictures, one of each side. Also photograph ALL defects when discovered and after repair.

A. COLLAR/RUBRAIL SYSTEM Inspect collar/rubrail system.

Ensure that ______USCG REP (Initial)

_____ The entire system is free of rips, tears, cuts, punctures etc.

_____ Is retention system correctly installed and securely fastened _____ Bow pad (if included) is in-place and correctly rigged/fastened _____ Are hull numbers properly affixed to both sides of the hull/cabin.

B. HULL

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards.

_____ Hull zincs are firmly affixed, with good metal-to-metal contact, to the hull.

_____ The stamped HIN matches the HIN on the boat identification plate.

_____ Bilge, locker, hull plugs are in-place.

_____ Insure tow rail has Nyloc nuts

C. TRAILER INSPECTION:

1. Electrical system.

_____ All light, to include, brake, turn signal, back-up and frame lights operate correctly as designed.

_____ All wiring is free of chaffing, securely fastened and watertight _____ All light fixtures are watertight (inspect the bottom of the lights).

2. Tires and bearings.

_____ All bearing auto lubricators are in-place and filled with lubricant.

_____ All tires are new and are not damaged in anyway.

_____ Ensure the trailer is outfitted with the proper spare tire.

3. Load carrying and tie-downs.

_____ All frames, axles, spring, stops are in good working order and are securely fastened.

_____ All bulks are securely fastened, covered and are adjusted to boat _____ The in-haul winch and tongue jack operate as designed.

_____ The necessary tie-down eyes are in-place _____ All tie-down and safety straps are available and are in good working order.

_____ The trailer serial number sticker is on frame _____ Install Warning Sticker on trailer tongue.

_____ Insure tongue jack is Forward of the trailer ladder and handle is on the right side of the ladder.

_____ Insure the forward tie-down eyes on the trailer are forward of the tie-downs

D. MAIN DECK

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards. (HANDRAILS, CLEATS, DECK)

_____ Visually inspect aft tow posts for structural soundness.

_____ Visually inspect cleats for structural soundness.

_____ Non-skid padding is in-place, not damaged and firmly adhered, particularly the edge, to the deck.

_____ Lifting point placards applied

E. BOW LOCKER

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards.

_____ All storage compartment covers and doors operate correctly and hinges are lubricated.

_____ Gaskets are in-place and serviceable _____ Ensure bow locker drain plugs are in place.

_____ The bow-eye U-bolt is securely attached with Nyloc nuts and backing plate.

_____ The lifting U-bolts (if applicable) are securely attached with Nyloc nuts & backing plates.

_____ Visually inspect fore posts for structural soundness. Ensure forward tow post is sealed at collar.

F. OUTSIDE CABIN/T-TOP/AWNING

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards.

_____ Radar pod operates freely, hinges are lubricated and latches firmly secures pod to deck house _____ Ensure bonding strap is connected between the deckhouse & radar pod.

_____ Ensure all stuffing tubes are installed properly _____ Ensure all hardware on windows and doors installed properly _____ Battery box vent (2) placards _____ Tow reel operates correctly (reel spins freely and break assembly works correctly).

_____ Water test all windows and doors

G. AFT STORAGE

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards.

_____ All storage compartment covers and doors operate correctly; hinges are lubricated and lock open keepers are in-place. (Two aft lockers) _____ Gaskets are in-place and serviceable _____ The lifting U-bolts (if applicable) are securely attached with Nyloc nuts and backing plates.

H. FUEL SYSTEM

_____ Required fuel tank information is affixed to the top of the tank ( ABYC 24.18.3) _____ Visually inspect the fuel tank sending unit _____ A proper seal is provided between the fuel tank and hull.

_____ Fuel fill and vent hoses are securely attached (double clamped) and are the correct type.

_____ Filter housing and suction lines are leak free and are firmly affixed.

_____ Hoses are routed in a manner to prevent chaffing.

H. INSIDE MAIN CABIN/CONSOLE

_____ All accessible welds are visually inspected and conform to AWS standards.

_____ Gaskets are in-place and serviceable _____ All windows operate correctly, are not cracked, chipped or scratched and outer seal/retainer is not cut.

_____ All window & door fasteners are in-place.

_____ All doors operate, seal and lock as designed. All doors are weather tight.

_____ Seat and arm coverings are not cut, ripped, punctured or torn.

_____ All seats are adjustable and provide shock mitigation.

_____ All seat belts can be securely fastened (buckled) and that the belt is securely fastened to seat.

_____ The bitter end retaining pouches are in place.

_____ The boat identification plate is permanently affixed to the console and has all required information.

_____ Red/white light switch labels – TEST LIGHTS _____ Instrumentation placards in English language

I. DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1. Inspect batteries.

_____ Battery tray has minimal movement _____ Battery tray operates without binding _____ Battery tray is coated with non-grounding compound _____ Batteries are securely fastened to the battery tray _____ No battery cables are cut or chaffed and that wires are securely attached to the wire lugs.

(Ensure there are not chaffing or shorting hazards when the tray is in the normal operating position)

_____ Battery connections are tight and that the batteries are wired correctly with proper length of cables (Starting and electronics batteries). (NOTE: THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION. IF

SECURENESS OF TERMINAL LUGS IS IN QUESTION, CONTACT BUILDER REP PRIOR

TO CHECKING LUGS WITH HAND TOOLS.)

2. Inspect main switch panel.

_____ All switches operate correctly _____ Switches are labeled correctly _____ Panel wrench and screwdriver is secured next to main circuit panel _____ Main circuit breakers and switches are configured correctly _____ Wires are labeled and connections appear to be tight with the proper length of cables. (NOTE:

THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION. IF SECURENESS OF TERMINAL LUGS IS IN

QUESTION, CONTACT A BUILDER REP PRIOR TO CHECKING LUGS WITH HAND

TOOLS.)

_____ No cables are cut or chaffed and that wires are securely attached to the wire lugs. (Ensure there are not chaffing or shorting hazards when the panel door is in the normal operating position)

3. Inspect breaker panel/under console.

_____ All breakers operate correctly _____ Breakers are labeled correctly _____ Breakers are wired to the equipment they are protecting.

_____ Breakers are sized correctly for the components they are protecting.

_____ All wires are labeled and connections appear to be tight with the proper length of wires. (NOTE:

THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION. IF SECURENESS OF TERMINAL LUGS IS IN

QUESTION, CONTACT A BUILDER REP PRIOR TO CHECKING LUGS WITH HAND

TOOLS.)

_____ Wires are secured with wire ties.

4. Operate console equipment.

_____ Windshield wipers operate. (Operate at all speeds) _____ Windshield washer pump works _____ All fans operate & oscillate.

_____ Bilge pump operates.

_____ Turn on all radios, radars & depth sounding equipment to ensure power is available. These items will be further tested during underway trials.

5. Deck, navigation, console, awning and interior light.

_____ All lights illuminate and are of the correct color.

_____ All covers are watertight.

_____ Light switches are labeled _____ Console dimmer switch lowers the intensity of all lights (equipment & gauges) _____ 12-volt plugs have power available.

_____ All stuffing tubes are properly sealed/installed _____ Ensure weapon locks work correctly.

J. SHORETIE/AC ELECTICAL SYSTEM

Ensure that ______USCG REP (Initial)

1. Inspect main switch/breaker panel. SAFETY WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE CONTACT

WITH AC POWER CONNECTORS UNTIL A VOLTMETER CHECK HAS CONFIRMED NO

VOLTAGE IS PRESENT

_____ All switches operate correctly _____ Switches are labeled correctly _____ Main circuit breakers and switches are configured correctly _____ Wires are labeled and connections appear to be tight with the proper length of cables. (NOTE:

THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION. IF SECURENESS OF TERMINAL LUGS IS IN QUESTION,

CONTACT A BUILDER REP PRIOR TO CHECKING LUGS WITH HAND TOOLS.)

_____ No cables are cut or chaffed and that wires are securely attached to the wire lugs. (Ensure there are not chaffing or shorting hazards when the panel door is in the normal operating position)

2. Inspect breaker panel under console.

_____ All breakers operate correctly _____ Breakers are labeled correctly _____ All AC connections fitted with a protective cover.

_____ Breakers are wired to the equipment they are protecting.

_____ Breakers are sized correctly for the components they are protecting.

_____ All wires are labeled and connections appear to be tight with the proper length of wires. (NOTE:

THIS IS A VISUAL INSPECTION. IF SECURENESS OF TERMINAL LUGS IS IN QUESTION,

CONTACT A BUILDER REP PRIOR TO CHECKING LUGS WITH HAND TOOLS.)

_____ Wires are secured with wire ties _____ AC Grounding Bus connected to DC Ground Bus

_____ Shore Power Cable with grounding conductor and a shore side connection plug compliant with

NEC article 555 _____ Neither current carrying or neutral conductors are grounded on the boat. (Multi-meter check) _____ Metal shore power inlet electrically insulated from boat for use with galvanic isolator.

_____ Galvanic isolator installed properly in the grounding (Green) wire of the Shore power system.

K. STEERING/THROTTLE SYSTEM

1. Helm.

_____ The helm is full of fluid and is leak free (check under console) _____ The helm operates with no binding or rough spots.

2. Steering Linkage.

_____ All linkages are correctly configured, lubricated, and securely anchored/fastened.

_____ Linkage does not bind.

_____ Ensure steering ram has low profile nut.

3. Throttles.

_____ The throttles operate, in both directions, without binding.

_____ The throttle cables are rigging in a manner that prevents chaffing and/or binding.

_____ The throttle and shift links on the engine are lubricated, securely fastened and operate without binding

4. Miscellaneous.

_____ The power trim an tilt operates, on both engines, at the control station and locally on the engines

L. PRE-UNDERWAY TRIALS

1. Propulsion _____ Check neutral safety switch by attempting to start the engines with the throttles moved off neutral. Check forward then aft. (Engines should not start) _____ Check emergency kill switch by starting engines and pulling lanyard.

_____ Start engines and check for cooling water flow.

_____ Ensure all gauges/meters are sensing intended parameters _____ Cycle steering system to ensure both engines rotate with out binding

2. Electronics _____ Check radar, electronic compass, and all radios for correct operation.

_____ Radio check with local station or Sector if possible.

M. UNDERWAY TRIALS

____ Get boat underway at slow bell and monitor engine parameters. Listen for any unusual noise or vibration, particularly during clutch-in. If engine parameters are normal and with both engines up to normal operating temperature proceed with the following tests.

____ Monitor Temperature in Converter/battery charger compartment to ensure air cooled converters are adequately vented

____ At 90% of rated engine RPM, (enter RPM) the boat shall maintain & sustain __ knots; cruise speed. At cruise speed run boat for 2 minutes record the following.

PORT ENGINE STBD ENGINE

RPM ________ _______

(GPH) ________ _______

Total fuel consumed : _______

Fuel remaining On-board ________ NOTE: FUEL REMAINING SHOULD BE LESS THAN 10 GALLONS. (NEW ITEM EFFECTIVE WITH Increment 3 INSPECTION)

_____ The boat shall be able to maintain a straight course without corrective steering.

_____ At the conclusion of the cruise speed test, perform an emergency stop test. The boat shall the come to DIW within 12 seconds. Astern propulsion may be applied the achieve 12 second requirement.

____ Starting at DIW, the boat shall be operated and maneuvered with astern propulsion at a minimum of 1/3 of the maximum engine RPM (enter RPM). The boat shall be held on a straight course for 1 minute, held to port for 1 minute then held to starboard for 1 minute.

_____ Check the tracking of the electronic compass and radar.

_____ Check transducer for proper operation. If reading is lost, what rpm/knots = ________________.

_____ Before trailering boat, measure hull potential using DVM (Fluke 87) and reference cell.

Hull Potential = _______________________mV

N. Pre-Shipment Inspection

Final Inspections

______ Boat weight Certificate is present.

______ Hull plate and manufacture’s statement of origin name and address information as original boat requirement provided with original contract.

______ Cableways are foamed to isolate the battery compartment with the main switch compartments.

______ Insure all prior discrepancies have been corrected.

______ Floor Mats installed

______ Disconnect batteries from electrical system

______ Secure loose gear to prevent shifting during shipment

______ Secure boat to cradles/trailer (Safety Wire at all positions)

_______ Secure equipment (e.g., motors, spotlight) as necessary to prevent movement during shipment

______ Remove flammable liquids as required

______ Place Radome and antennas in lowered position, secure for transit

______ Boat key in “Hide” location

______ Before shrink w rap/ shipping, remove the upper cow ls on the engines and insure there are no obvious fluid leaks inside the cow ling or on the engine. Insure all w iring, cables, and hoses that are accessible are connected and secure.

______ BUILDER PROVIDES Signed copy of load test certification.

______ BUILDERPROVIDES Serial Number Sheet

______ BUILDERPROVIDES Fuel Tank Pressure Test Sheet

______ Verify boat information box on board

______ Shrink wrap completed (motors and hull)

______ ACCEPTED Date: ________________

Ensure that ______USCG REP (Initial)