What may cause magnetic controller contacts to become welded together during operation?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — low contact pressure
Low contact pressure is a primary cause of contact welding. When pressure is insufficient, the contact resistance increases, leading to excessive heat generation during normal operation. This heat can soften the contact material, causing the surfaces to fuse together under the force of the magnetic actuator during the closing cycle.
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