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Each battery charger enclosure must meet § 111.01-9. Additionally, each charger must be suitable for the size and type of battery installation that it serves. Chargers incorporating grounded autotransformers must not be used. Except for converters, chargers with a voltage exceeding 20 percent of the line voltage must be provided with automatic protection against reversal of current.

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According to 46 CFR §183.350, which type of connector is prohibited for making connections to battery terminals?

Section 111.15-30 — full text

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Each battery charger enclosure must meet § 111.01-9. Additionally, each charger must be suitable for the size and type of battery installation that it serves. Chargers incorporating grounded autotransformers must not be used. Except for converters, chargers with a voltage exceeding 20 percent of the line voltage must be provided with automatic protection against reversal of current. [CGD 94-108, 61 FR 28278, June 4, 1996; 61 FR 36787, July 12, 1996; USCG-2020-0075, 88 FR 16361, Mar. 16, 2023]

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According to 46 CFR §183.350, which type of connector is prohibited for making connections to battery terminals?

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