Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #682 (Set 16)

Governor hunting is caused by __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — governor over-control

Governor hunting represents continuous speed oscillation around a set point caused by excessive corrective action or governor over-control, where the actuator repeatedly overshoots the required fuel rack position before stabilization.

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