In order to reverse the rotation of a two-stroke cycle loop scavenged, direct reversing, propulsion diesel engine, the cam positions must be changed for the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — starting air and fuel pumps

Reversing a direct-reversing two-stroke cycle marine diesel requires shifting the timing cams for both the starting air system and fuel injection pumps to operate correctly in the opposite direction.

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