Question 528General Subjects - Assistant Engineer70% to pass
As it pertains to raising and lowering an anchor with a horizontal electro-hydraulic or electro-mechanical anchor windlass, what statement is true?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D.
The anchor can be raised or lowered under power with the windlass by engaging the wildcat clutch. To lower the anchor by gravity, the wildcat clutch must be disengaged, allowing the anchor chain to payout controlled by the wildcat manual brake.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Option A is incorrect as the anchor cannot be lowered under power with the clutch engaged.
- Options B and C are incorrect as the anchor can be raised and lowered under power with the clutch engaged, not just raised.
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