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La zafa hidrostática debe dispararse manualmente:The hydrostatic release must be fired by hand:

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Correct answer: b) False; if not fired by hand it opens at about 4 metres down.

Why it is correct

The release frees itself by pressure between 1.5 and 4 metres. It can also be freed by hand.

Why the others are not

  • a) Automatic.
  • c) Shallower.
  • d) Underwater.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. HRU: itself at about 4 m.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

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