169.619—Reliability.
(1)
Provide continued or restored steering capability in the event of a failure or malfunction of any single steering system component other than the rudder or rudder stock;
(1)
A small vessel uses a tiller or direct mechanical linkage as the primary means of controlling the rudder; or
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(c)
The strength and reliability of any component that is not provided in duplicate must be suitable to the cognizant OCMI. Where redundant or backup equipment or components are provided to meet the requirements of paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section, the following must be provided: