Section 3 Prime movers
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Clasifications Register Rules and Regulations - Rules for the Classification of Air Cushion Vehicles, July 2022 - Chapter 4 Machinery - Section 3 Prime movers

Section 3 Prime movers

3.1 General requirements

3.1.1 The requirements of SSC Rules Pt 10 Prime Movers apply.

3.1.2 The use of engines that have not been approved by LR for main propulsion or lift fans in accordance with the requirements of Ch 4, 3.1 General requirements 3.1.1 may be specially considered provided that all of the following conditions are met:

  1. A proven service history relevant to the intended service conditions and the intended application with similar duty rating can be provided;

  2. The design, construction, testing, installation, operation and prescribed maintenance are appropriate for its intended service conditions and application;

  3. All external high-pressure fuel lines are jacketed. High pressure fuel piping on common rail fuel systems shall be specially considered; and

  4. Evidence that the manufacturer supports its use in the intended application can be provided.

It should be noted that the use of such machinery may limit the possible machinery Class notations applicable to the ACV, see SSC Rules Pt 1, Ch 2, 3.9 Class notations (machinery) 3.9.1.


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