Just expired Jonbuoy/extinguisher on non coded boat.

[Jamesuk]

Just got back after a winter break and found the engine extinguisher not serviced and the jonbouy and Danbouy not serviced (expired feb/2014)

Can anyone tell me whether on a private sail boat under 24metres is this going to cause an issue if stopped in Greece,Italy, Sardina, Spain on a delivery?
I only ask the question because they have always been serviced.

I'm almost certain had it been coded i would be staying put until they had been.


Thanks

Ps the person in charge took all the other fire extinguishers and life raft to be serviced just not the above.

 

[jerrytug]

Genuine question, how do you 'service' a danbuoy?

 

[Georgio]

Genuine question, how do you 'service' a danbuoy?

If it's the ocean safety type there is a gas inflation canister to check (easy to do) and an automatic light on the top that is replaceable if the battery pack os out of date (just done it - blimmin' expensive but only every 5 years or so).

Worth doing an inflation test also to make sure it stays up for 24 hrs.

Easy to do yourself, just make sure you follow the online repacking instructions

 

[FishyInverness]

If it's the ocean safety type there is a gas inflation canister to check (easy to do) and an automatic light on the top that is replaceable if the battery pack os out of date (just done it - blimmin' expensive but only every 5 years or so).

Worth doing an inflation test also to make sure it stays up for 24 hrs.

Easy to do yourself, just make sure you follow the online repacking instructions

Yes, with a but, in this particular instance......the OP is asking if this will cause a problem in certain jurisdictions, where they may expect the equipment to have been serviced by an authorised service station - self-check does not cover this, and the equipment will have a sheet inside which is to be checked and signed by the authorised service agent when this is done.

 

[Georgio]

Yes, with a but, in this particular instance......the OP is asking if this will cause a problem in certain jurisdictions, where they may expect the equipment to have been serviced by an authorised service station - self-check does not cover this, and the equipment will have a sheet inside which is to be checked and signed by the authorised service agent when this is done.

Yes, you are correct, DIY is not an authorised service. I would be very surprised if it was picked up on. Main things I expect "the authorities" will check are life raft/flares/LJ's.

 

[Jaguar 25]

Yes, you are correct, DIY is not an authorised service. I would be very surprised if it was picked up on. Main things I expect "the authorities" will check are life raft/flares/LJ's.

So, does that mean that you shouldn't service your own life jackets?

 

[Georgio]

So, does that mean that you shouldn't service your own life jackets?

In the UK on a private boat do it yourself, in Greece, Italy, Sardina, Spain (as per the OP) I don't know what the rules are....

 

[LadyInBed]

UK Boat - UK Rules!
IMO people worry too much about minutei, life is too short!
If you are that worried about it, leave the equipment behind

 

[FishyInverness]

So, does that mean that you shouldn't service your own life jackets?

Depends? How confident are you that you're doing it 100% correct? If you are, and you are not subject to any coding or mandatory requirement, then fair play and carry on...(Insert HM. Symbol!) if not, buy a little piece of mind with a professional service.

Also, on the other hand - If you ever have need to exercise the warranty provided with a lot of lifejackets, if that service panel hasn't been filled out by an authorised service agent, you are likely to get nowhere.

 

[rotrax]

Depends? How confident are you that you're doing it 100% correct? If you are, and you are not subject to any coding or mandatory requirement, then fair play and carry on...(Insert HM. Symbol!) if not, buy a little piece of mind with a professional service.

Also, on the other hand - If you ever have need to exercise the warranty provided with a lot of lifejackets, if that service panel hasn't been filled out by an authorised service agent, you are likely to get nowhere.

If you need to invoke the warranty on a lifejacket-boy have you been lucky.............................

 

[FishyInverness]

Yup, we do laugh about that conundrum, but honesty, I have seen it attempted, in the case of a misfire where the bladder burst, a really rather incensed jacket owner (Threatening court action, not fit for purpose, etc, etc) became rather less incensed when the manufacturer's report was sent to them indicating, as politely as possible, with full technical evidence, as to why the jacket had failed due to the user's perceived servicing and care regime....:nonchalance:

I have also seen lifejackets replaced under warranty for genuine reasons, but yes, these reasons being established waaaaay before the brown trouser moment!

 

[Jamesuk]

Genuine question, how do you 'service' a danbuoy?

Ok all covered, Got the important fire extinguisher serviced 18 hour turn around for Corfu (anywhere actually) pretty amazing.

As for the safety gear. For the people
Concerned ill
Give them a fender to hold on to .

Cheers for the views.

Ps Jerryjug: if you have a 'genuine question', next time put it in a it's own thread.

Have a nice day!

 

[nigelmercier]

Ps Jerryjug: if you have a 'genuine question', next time put it in a it's own thread...

Huh? Seemed reasonable to me.

 

[onesea]

Huh? Seemed reasonable to me.

+1

 

[FishyInverness]

Huh? Seemed reasonable to me.

+1

 

[dslittle]

Ps Jerryjug: if you have a 'genuine question', next time put it in a it's own thread.
Have a nice day!

Why???

 

[jerrytug]

If it's the ocean safety type there is a gas inflation canister to check (easy to do) and an automatic light on the top that is replaceable if the battery pack os out of date (just done it - blimmin' expensive but only every 5 years or so).

Worth doing an inflation test also to make sure it stays up for 24 hrs.

Easy to do yourself, just make sure you follow the online repacking instructions

Thanks Georgio, I didn't know they made them like that, I have only seen the 'flag on a stick' type things hence my q, cheers Jerry.