§120.322. Multiple generators.
46 C.F.R. § 120.322
When a vessel is equipped with two or more generators to supply ship's service power, the following requirements must be met:
Each generator must have an independent prime mover; and
The generator circuit breakers must be interlocked to prevent the generators from being simultaneously connected to the switchboard, except for the circuit breakers of a generator operated in parallel with another generator when the installation meets §§ 111.12-11(f), and 111.30-25(d) in subchapter J of this chapter.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.
Source
Source: CGD 85-080, 61 FR 928, Jan. 10, 1996, unless otherwise noted.