Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 46 - Shipping |
Chapter I - Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security |
SubChapter F - Marine Engineering |
Part 64 - Marine Portable Tanks and Cargo Handling Systems |
Subpart F - Cargo Handling System |
§ 64.89 - Cargo pump unit.
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§ 64.89 Cargo pump unit.
(a) A cargo pump unit that fills or discharges a portable tank must be -
(1) Constructed of materials that are compatible with the product to be pumped; and
(2) Designed to be compatible with the hazard associated with the product to be pumped.
(b) The cargo pump power unit must be -
(1) Diesel;
(2) Hydraulic;
(3) Pneumatic; or
(4) Electric.
(c) The starting system for a cargo pump power unit must be designed to be compatible with the hazard associated with the product to be pumped.
(d) A diesel engine that is used to drive a cargo pump must have a spark arrestor on the exhaust system.