§ 28.850 § 28.850 Main source of electrical power.
(a)Applicability: Each vessel that relies on electricity to power any of the following essential loads must have at least two electrical generators to supply:
(1)The propulsion system and its necessary auxiliaries and controls;
(2)Interior lighting;
(3)Steering systems;
(4)Communication systems;
(5)Navigation equipment and navigation lights;
(6)Fire protection or detection equipment;
(7)Bilge pumps; and
(8)General alarm system.
(b)Each generator must be attached to an independent prime mover.
(a)Applicability: Each vessel that relies on electricity to power any of the following essential loads must have at least two electrical generators to supply:
(1)The propulsion system and its necessary auxiliaries and controls;
(2)Interior lighting;
(3)Steering systems;
(4)Communication systems;
(5)Navigation equipment and navigation lights;
(6)Fire protection or detection equipment;
(7)Bilge pumps; and
(8)General alarm system.
(b)Each generator must be attached to an independent prime mover.