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3.5.32 The generator fuel line shall be fitted with a shut-off valve located as close as possible <br /> to the generator. <br /> 3.6 En�ines/Propulsion: <br /> 3.6.1 The propulsion engine configuration shall be twin Cummins marine 6.7L 480 hp to run <br /> on B20 diesel fuel. Or appropriate configuration of engine size and water jet for proposed <br /> GPM request and speed of 35 knots using 12 volt electrical components, with a direct drive <br /> through Hamilton HJ292 water j et propulsion units. <br /> 3.6.3 The propulsion engines shall produce the required fully planning boat speed at 90 <br /> percent (90%) of the engine manufacturer's horsepower rating, based on ISO 3046 <br /> conditions, which allows full power for at least 2 hours out of every 8 hours of operation, and <br /> allows at least 1500 operating hours per year. <br /> 3.6.4 Alterations to the engines are not acceptable unless approved by the Redwood City Fire <br /> Department. <br /> 3.6.5 Engine installations shall comply with manufacturer's specifications and requirements, <br /> NFPA 302 and the recommendations and standards of the ABYC. <br /> 3.6.6 A catch pan shall be installed beneath each engine installed within the hull to catch oil <br /> drippings. The catch pan shall be fitted with an accessible drain at the forward and aft ends. <br /> 3.6.7 All oil and water filters shall be spin-on, disposable types. <br /> 3.6.8 Racor or equal dual cartridge fuel/water separators shall be provided for each engine. <br /> All separators shall be made by the same manufacturer and have the same replaceable <br /> element. <br /> 3.6.9 Filters, dipsticks and maintenance checkpoints shall be on the inboard side of the <br /> propulsion engines, if the engine manufacturer offers this option. <br /> 3.6.10 All hoses shall be double clamped whenever possible and reasonable. <br /> 3.7 Air Intake: <br /> 3.7.1 Combustion air for the engines shall be drawn from the machinery space. <br /> 3.7.2 Intakes for combustion air for the engines shall be located to minimize chance of water <br /> induction. Ducting shall be sized for maximum air velocity of 2000 fps, or less if so required <br /> by the engine manufacturer. Fans shall not be used to meet this requirement without the <br /> express written consent of the Redwood City Fire Department. <br /> 3.7.3 Airflow to the engine compartment shall be arranged to distribute the airflow <br /> throughout the compartment. <br /> 3.7.4 Combustion air intake vents shall be fitted with removable covers that will prevent <br /> carbon dioxide firefighting agent from escaping through the vents. <br /> 3.8 Exhaust: <br /> 3.8.1 Engine exhaust systems shall be installed in accordance with the engine manufacturer's <br /> recommendations and the recommendations of the ABYC. <br /> 3.8.2 The exhaust shall be fitted with an anti-siphon loop, and shall be sloped to eliminate <br /> standing water. <br /> 3.8.3 Engines shall be fitted with silencers or mufflers that are fiberglass. <br /> 3.8.4 Exhausts shall exit at the sides of the boat, forward of the transom. <br /> 3.9 En�ine Control Equipment: <br /> 3.9.1 Dual lever engine controls for each engine shall be installed in accordance with the <br /> recommendations and standards of the ABYC. <br /> 3.9.2 Each engine shall be equipped with high temperature and low oil pressure alarms. Each <br /> reverse/reduction gear shall be provided with high temperature and low oil pressure alarms <br /> and gauges. The alarms and gauges shall sound at the steering station. Alarms shall be <br /> provided with a test feature and have ability to be silenced. <br /> 12 <br />