General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #1045 (Set 17)

As it pertains to the automatic electric brake of a capstan, what statement is true?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — The brake is spring set and electrically released, and the brake automatically sets when electric power is removed from the electric drive motor.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: The brake is spring set and electrically released, and the brake automatically sets when electric power is removed from the electric drive motor..

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