APPENDIX XVIII

R/V NEW HORIZON MID- LIFE REFIT
DEC 1995 - APR 1996

OBJECTIVES

• Resolution of long term stability restrictions,
• Replacement and overhaul of obsolete or detoriated equipment, machinery and systems necessary to ensure reliable operations,
• Upgrades of science equipment and support systems to allow conduct of increasingly complex missions,
• Habitability enhancements.

NEW HORIZON MID-LIFE REFIT PROJECTS TO ENSURE CONTINUED RELIABLE OPERATIONS

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Stability Improvement

• Hull Tankage Modifications
  • Fuel and Ballast Tanks
  • Potable Water
  • Piping Systems
• Replace Concrete Ballast

Correct Admeasurement

• Deckhouse Modifications
• Add Deep Frames Fr 23-52

Piping Systems Modifications

• Replace Saltwater Suction Header
• Isolate Bilge and Ballast System

Replace Machinery and Equipment

• Bow Thruster
• Nr. 2 Ship's Service Generator
• Autopilot
• Winch Readouts
• Deck Equipment Hydraulic System
• Main Reefer Units
• Science Reefer Units
• Fathometer
• VHF Transceivers v
• PDR
• Lab Ventilated Workstations (1/2)
• Portable Fire Pump

Install New Mach. and Equipment

• Marine Sanitation Device
• UPS clean power
• HAZMAT Locker
• NAVTEX

Machinery Overhauls

• Nautilus Crane
• Anchor Windlass
• Forward Hydraulic W/T door
• NR. 1 & 2 A/C Units

Pitch Controls

• Replace Improperly Routed
• Piping and Oversized Actuators

NEW HORIZON MID-LIFE REFIT PROJECTS TO PROVIDE SCIENCE CAPABILITY UPGRADE

DESCRIPTION

• Install Scientific Information System /
• Install Science Closed Circuit TV
• Replace Lab Benches /
• Modify Overheads & Scientific Cableways
• Install Deck Tiedowns
• Scientific Cableway to Upper Lab
• Construct Storage Van
• Complete 01 Level Tiedown Pattern /
• Install Tiedowns In Science Freezer
• Traction Winch
• Deck Air System
• Install Deck Lighting
• Install Convertible Stateroom
• Install GMDSS

NEW HORIZON MID-LIFE REFIT PROJECTS TO MEET FUTURE SCIENCE NEEDS / DESIRABLE SHIP UPGRADES

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Habitability

• Upgrade Two Person Science Rooms
• Replace & Relocate SR Chillers
• Replace PVC Chiller Piping with Cu
• Improve SR Furnishings
• Upgrade SR Entertainment Systems
• Replace SR & Lounge Carpeting
• Replace Deteriorated Paneling

Galley

• Clean and Overhaul Exhaust System

HVAC

• Modify A Deck, Port Side Vent System
• Provide Hot Water to Main Ship's Supply Heat Exchanger

Water System

• Install Hot Water Recirculation System

Windows

• Remove and Restore 02 Level Windows

NEW HORIZON OVERHAUL ITEMS

DESCRIPTION

• General Shipyard Services
• Sandblast and paint hull and sides
• Sandblast and paint ballast tanks
• Inspect/service sea valves
• Pull, inspect and repair tail shafts
• Pull rudders, replace bearings
• Replace zincs as required
• Conduct audio guaging of hull
• ABS Surveys
• Service tank vents and check valves
• Service bilge, tank and void foot valves
• Gas free bilges for hot work
• Empty and gas free fuel tanks
• Clean main switchboard
• Overhaul main engine gearboxes
• Clean and hydro ships' svc air flasks
• Repair stringers in sewage holding tank
• Overhaul engine room supply fans
• Calibrate switchboard meters
• Replace hydraulic hoses and fittings
• Repair control panels in Aft Control station
• Provide guards

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