§108.411. Smoke detection system.

46 C.F.R. § 108.411

Each smoke accumulator in a smoke detection system must be located on the overhead of the compartment protected by the system in a location—

(a)

Where no portion of the overhead of the compartment is more than 12 meters (40 feet) from an accumulator;

(b)

That is no closer to the opening of a ventilator than 3 times the diameter or equivalent size of the opening.

(c)

Where damage to the accumulator is unlikely to occur if it is not protected.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3102, 3306; DHS Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4.

Source: CGD 73-251, 43 FR 56808, Dec. 4, 1978, unless otherwise noted.