When the hydraulic control lever for a deck winch is placed in the neutral or off position, the spring set brake on the fluid motor drive shaft is __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — engaged by spring action and only released by hydraulic pressure

In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'When the hydraulic control lever for a deck winch is placed in the neutral or off position, the spring set brake on the fluid motor drive shaft is', the standard operating requirement is: 'engaged by spring action and only released by hydraulic pressure'.