USCG Exam PracticeMotors and generators
According to 46 CFR §183.320, where must generators and motors be mounted aboard a vessel?
- A. At the centerline of the vessel to minimize rolling effects
- ✓ Above the bilges to avoid splash damage and contact with low-lying vaporsCorrect
- C. In a watertight compartment below the waterline for protection
- D. Directly on the bilge frames provided a drip shield is installed
Why B is correct
46 CFR §183.320(a)(2) requires each generator and motor to be mounted above the bilges to avoid damage by splash and to avoid contact with low-lying vapors. No exception is provided for drip shields or centerline mounting.
Cited:46 CFR §183.320