Datasheet - 9506720 - Para Red Rocket Mk8A

PARA RED Rocket MK8A
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The Pains Wessex Para Red MK8A Rocket conforms to SOLAS 1974
as amended. Designed to withstand exceptional environmental
exposure and to perform reliably even after immersion in water,
the pull wire ignitor and improved grip provides easy handling.
Ejecting a red flare on a parachute at 300m (1000ft), burning for
40 seconds at 30,000 candela.
3 Application
A day or night long-range distress signal. 12 may be carried on ships bridge and
there is a requirement for 4 in ships lifeboats and liferafts. Also suitable for use in
other commercial and recreational boats.
3 Storage
Ideally, should be stored in the robust, specially designed Polybottle, or in a dry,
easily accessed location at ambient temperature.
3 Operation
1.Hold signal firmly by ribbed handle. Unscrew RED bottom cap.
Do not point at people or property.
2. Hold rocket vertically above head pointing away from body.
3. Ensure hands remain clear of top. To fire - pull red ball sharply down.
Warning:
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ITEM No. 9506720
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Marine Equipment Directive (MED)
Disposal:
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Ejects rocket projectile - do not point at people
Do not fire in a confined space
Keep out of reach of children
Only 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
P
yrotechnics 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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Authorised Dealer
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PARA RED Rocket
MK8A
Rubber Cap
Parachute
Band
Split pin
Disc
Cotton strand
Washer disc
Intermediate
composition
Flare composition
Tube
Ignition composition
Ejection charge
Delay composition
Combustion chamber
Isolation
Propellant
Ignition composition
Ring
Nozzle
Ignition cap
Outer tube with
inside thread
Carrier tube
Pull wire
Ignition cap holder
with outside thread
Glue
Sealing ring
Adhesive
Screwed cap
String
Ball
3 Specifications:
Length:
287 mm (11.3”)
Diameter at handle: 38 mm (1.5”)
l Diameter:
32 mm (1.25”)
l Weight Max:
235 g (8.23 oz)
l NEC Max:
92 g (3.25 oz)
Light intensity:
Burning time:
l Colour of light:
l Ignition:
l Altitude:
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30,000 candela
40 seconds
red
pull-wire ignitor
300 m (985’)
3 Approvals
Conforms to SOLAS 1974 as amended, IMO Resolution 81(70) and 96/98/EC.
MED - BGV 425.007 : BAM-P2-0059,
0589-P2-0046, USCG, and other major maritime authorities world wide.
3 Packing & Transport Information
Drew Marine Signal & Safety UK Ltd
Langstone Technology Park
Langstone Road
Havant
Hampshire
PO9 1SA
United Kingdom
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56 rockets in 2 metal tins in a fibreboard box
Gross weight 15.76Kg (34.75 lbs) l Net weight 13.16Kg (29.00 lbs)
Measurements of fibreboard box: 48 x 27 x 37 cm (18.9 x 10.63 x 14.57 in)
Net Explosive Content per box Max: 5.512 Kgs (12.15 lbs)
Hazard Class 1.4G l UN 0505
Proper Shipping Name: Signals, Distress, Ship
Other Information: Cargo Aircraft Only
Tel: +44 (0)2392 415700
Fax: +44 (0)2392 415701
Email: [email protected]
www.painswessex.com
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