Section 2 Requirements for craft which are not required to comply with the HSC Code
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Clasifications Register Rules and Regulations - Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Special Service Craft, July 2022 - Part 13 Shaft Vibration and Alignment - Chapter 4 Shaft Vibration and Alignment - Section 2 Requirements for craft which are not required to comply with the HSC Code

Section 2 Requirements for craft which are not required to comply with the HSC Code

2.1 General requirements

2.1.1 The requirements of Pt 13, Ch 4, 1 Shaft alignment do not apply to the following types of craft where the main engine does not exceed 500kW power output:

  1. Service craft of less than 24 m.

  2. Yachts.

  3. ACVs.

2.1.2 The engines, shafting, sterntubes and propeller brackets are to be carefully fitted and well secured to the hull of the craft so that satisfactory alignment of the shafting will be maintained in service.

2.1.3 The alignment of the sterntube and propeller brackets is to be demonstrated before launching and the shafting and engine alignment verified when afloat.


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