Which of the following conditions is indicated by oil flowing through a lube oil gravity tank overflow sight glass?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Sufficient oil flow is being supplied to the gravity tank.
Continuous flow through the gravity tank overflow sight glass confirms that the lube oil pumps are delivering a surplus volume, ensuring the tank remains completely full and providing a constant, reliable head pressure to the bearings.
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