Which of the listed items will stop a motor due to a reduction in voltage and automatically restart it when the voltage is restored to normal?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Low voltage release circuit
Low-voltage release utilizes a two-wire control configuration or maintained contact switch that automatically closes upon power restoration following a voltage drop or loss, allowing the motor to restart without manual intervention, typical for vital unattended auxiliary equipment per IEEE 45.
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