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-3 -3 Design verification testing

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(a) Tests must verify that automated vital systems are designed, constructed, and operate in accordance with all applicable requirements of part 62 of this subchapter. The tests must be based upon the failure analysis, if required by § 62.20-3(b) of this subchapter, functional performance requirements, and the Periodic Safety tests of § 61.40-6.

Section 61.40-3 — full text

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(a)Tests must verify that automated vital systems are designed, constructed, and operate in accordance with all applicable requirements of part 62 of this subchapter. The tests must be based upon the failure analysis, if required by § 62.20-3(b) of this subchapter, functional performance requirements, and the Periodic Safety tests of § 61.40-6.

(b)Tests must be performed immediately after the installation of the automated equipment or before the issuance of the initial Certificate of Inspection.

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46 CFR §61.40-3 — -3 -3 Design verification testing · CaptainsGround