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Linethrower 250

Linethrower 250

Linethrower 250

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Linethrower 2503 is a self-contained line-throwing device designed for marine use. It features a weatherproof plastic casing, a twist-grip trigger assembly, a rocket, and a line. It complies with international SOLAS legislation and has a throwing range of 230m to 250m.
Specifications: The device uses a solid propellant for accurate flight paths in strong winds. It is approved by various international maritime authorities and conforms to several standards, including SOLAS 74/88 and MED 96/98/EC.
Applications: The Linethrower 2503 is suitable for line-throwing operations at sea, rescue of swimmers, and line carrying across obstacles. It is designed for ease of use in extreme weather conditions.
Storage: The appliance should be stored in a water-resistant locker at ambient temperature. It is recommended to have four units onboard, strategically placed for easy access.
Warnings: The device ejects a rocket projectile and should not be pointed at people or property. It should not be fired in confined spaces, kept out of reach of children, and not used if damaged or after the expiry date.
Disposal: Pyrotechnics must be disposed of responsibly according to local regulations. Guidance is available on the manufacturer's website.
Operation: To operate, remove the front cover, pull out the safety pin, aim, and turn the grip to fire. In case of a misfire, hold the unit in position for 60 seconds before disposal.
Product Life: The body and line kit has a lifespan of 9 years, while the rocket lasts 3 years. Spare rockets are available.
Packing & Transport: The body and line are packed separately from the rocket. The device is classified as non-hazardous, while spare rockets are classified as hazardous (1.4G) and are for cargo aircraft only.
Contact Information: Chemring Marine Limited, Langstone Technology Park, Hampshire, UK. Tel: +44 (0)2392 415700, Email: [email protected]
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Linethrower 250-1

linethrower 250 d at as heet A self-contained line-throwing appliance consisting of a weatherproof plastic casing with end cap, twist-grip trigger assembly, rocket and line. Fully compliant to the latest international SOLAS legislation, the device has a throwing range of between 230m and 250m and meets world-wide approval standards. A solid propellant is used which guarantees a highly accurate flight path even in strong sidewinds. 3 Application The Pains Wessex 250 is designed for ease of operation in the most extreme weather conditions. It can be used in all situations where a line is required to be passed accurately and quickly, these include:All line-throwing operations at sea between vessels, ship-to-shore, shore-to-ship and shore based rescue services. l Rescue of swimmers in distress. l Line carrying across obstacles and rough terrain. l 3 Storage This compact appliance is ideally stored in a water-resistant locker at ambient temperature allowing easy access in an emergency. The set of 4 appliances normally carried onboard can be dispersed in strategic positions throughout the vessel. 3 Operation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. ITEM Nos. Complete unit 50200 Body and line 50070 Rocket 50080 Warning: l l l l l l SOLAS l 4 l approved Safety of life at Sea (SOLAS) Ejects rocket projectile - do not point at people or property Do not fire in a confined space Keep out of reach of children For emergency use at sea If damaged or dented do not use Do not dismantle Keep away from source of heat Do not use after expiry date Disposal: l Marine Equipment Directive (MED) Remove the front cover and point in the desired flight direction. Pull out safety pin. Aim over the top of target. Be prepared for recoil. Turn grip to left or right to fire. If misfire occurs hold unit in firing position for at least 60 seconds, then dispose of overboard. Pyrotechnics must be treated as hazardous items and must be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local regulations. For help and advice, visit our website www.painswessex.com

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Linethrower 250-2

tech spec linethrower 250 Authorised Dealer Disc Lid Line Spring Cap Line-throwing rocket Rope container Firing Handle 3 Specification Projects a line to a nominal range of 250m in calm conditions. Length: 33 cm (13.0 ins) Height: 31.3 cm (12.3 ins) l Diameter: 20.5 cm (8.1 ins) W eight: 4.3 Kgs (9.5 lbs) R ocket Weight 0.467 Kgs (1 lb) l xplosive content: 113 g (3.96 oz) E l ine breaking strain: >2 kn L l l l l 3 Approvals Conforms to: BAM-P2-0014, 0589-P2-0016, CE-0589 , SOLAS 74/88 as amended, IMO resolutions MSC. 81(70) Part 1, (MED) 96/98/EC, BGV 424. 002, SAS S010012, USCG - and other major...

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