46 C.F.R. § 185.720 Weekly maintenance and inspections.
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The following tests and inspections must be carried out weekly on a vessel: (a) Each survival craft, rescue boat, and launching appliance must be visually inspected to ensure its readiness for use; (b) Each rescue boat engine must be run ahead and astern for not less than 3 minutes, unless the ambient temperature is below the minimum temperature required for starting the engine; and (c) Each battery for rescue boat engine starting must be brought up to full charge at least once each week if: (1) The battery is of a type that requires recharging; and (2) The battery is not connected to a device that keeps it continuously charged.
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PART 185—OPERATIONS
Subpart G—Operational Readiness, Maintenance, and Inspection of Lifesaving Equipment
§ 185.720 Weekly maintenance and inspections.
