Marina Exam Reviewer: If a hydraulic pump on a winch accidentally stops while hoisting, the load will stay suspended because:

Marina Exam Reviewer

If a hydraulic pump on a winch accidentally stops while hoisting, the load will stay suspended because: 

A. the electric pump motor will cut out 
B. a check valve will close and prevent reverse circulation 
C. the control lever will move to the stop position 
D. a centrifugal counterweight counteracts the force of gravity 




Answer:       B. a check valve will close and prevent reverse circulation 

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