46 CFR §169.666
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- (a)Each vessel of more than 65 feet in length having only electrically driven fire and bilge pumps must have two generators. One of these generators must be driven by a means independent of the auxiliary propulsion plant. A generator that is not independent of the auxiliary propulsion plant must meet the requirements of § 111.10-4(c) of this chapter.
- (b)Each generator and motor must be in a location that is accessible, adequately ventilated, and as dry as practicable.
- (c)Each generator and motor must be mounted as high as practicable above the bilges to avoid damage by splash and to avoid contact with low lying vapors.
- (d)Each generator must be protected from overcurrent by a circuit breaker, fuse or an overcurrent relay.