4. Apply a lubricating oil to all pivot points
of the penetrator. Wipe off excessive lubricating
oil.
5. Return both assemblies to service.
RESCUE NET
The rescue net looks like a conically shaped
birdcage with an opening on one side. The net
weighs approximately 20 pounds and is bright
yellow for high visibility. To stabilize the net dur-
ing use, a sea anchor is provided. A 10-foot sea
anchor retaining line with two single snap hooks is
also provided. One halyard snap hook permits
complete removal of the sea anchor from the net,
while the other snap hook permits shortening of
the sea anchor to 5 feet to be used in moderate
seas. During high seas, the 10-foot retainer line is
used. The rescue net has a snap lock lower frame
and three upper support ribs with sliding sleeves
that form a rigid cage when the net is fully
extended. Foam plastic floats are provided on the
rigid upper frame of the net. (See figure 5-18.)
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Figure 5-18.—Rescue net, parts nomenclature.
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