QMED — Electrician / Refrigerating Engineer
Auxiliary machinery and mechanical systems
Auxiliary machinery, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, bearings, lubrication, and steering.
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46 CFR §182.310
Installations. (a) Auxiliary machinery of the internal combustion piston type must comply with the provisions of this part. (b) Auxiliary machinery of the steam or gas turbine type will be given separate consideration and must meet the applicable requirements of subchapter F (Marine Engineering) of this chapter as determined necessary by the cognizant OCMI. (c) Auxiliary boilers and heating boilers and their associated piping and fittings will be given separate consideration and must meet the applicable requirements of subchapter F (Marine Engineering) of this chapter as determined necessary by the cognizant OCMI, except that heating boilers must be tested or examined every three years.
46 CFR §58.01-1
§ 58.01-1 -1 Scope. The regulations in this part contain requirements for the design and construction of main and auxiliary machinery installed on vessels.
NAVEDTRA 14075 Ch. 7 — Auxiliary Machinery
Information related to much of the auxiliary machinery aboard ship is provided in Engineman 3 & 2, NAVEDTRA 10541 (current revision). This chapter provides additional information on the care and maintenance of compressed air systems and equipment, auxiliary boilers, hydraulic systems, distilling plants and pressure valves.
NAVEDTRA 14075 Ch. 9 — Battle Casualties ¶2
INDEX Engineering casualty control, 9-1 to 9-14 battle casualties, 9-13 to 9-14 correction and prevention of casualties, 9-4 to 9-6 emergency procedures, 9-6 locking main shaft, 9-5 to 9-6 phases of casualty control, 9-5 split-plant operation, 9-5 electrical casualty control, 9-10 to 9-13 casualty power system, 9-11 to 9-12 electrical plant, the, 9-10 to 9-11 electrical power panels and terminals, emergency fire pumps, 9-12 to 9-13 emergency power system, 9-11 lighting system, 9-13 engineroom casualties, 9-6 to 9-10 diesel engine casualties, 9-6 to 9-8 fuel oil casualties, 9-8 heat exchanger casualties, 9-9 hydraulic coupling casualties, 9-8 to other propulsion plant casualties, 9-9 to 9-10 factors influencing casualty control, 9-1 to 9-4 casualty control communications, 9-1 to 9-2 design,…
NAVEDTRA 14075 Ch. 9 — Engine Maintenance ¶7
Learning Objective: Recognize the purpose and types of auxiliary drive mechanisms; and specify the general inspection and maintenance requirements. 5-61. 5-62. 5-63. 5-64. 5-65. What is the purpose of the chain drive mechanism that drives the blower on a diesel engine? 2. To increase the speed of rotation 1. To reduce the speed of rotation of of the blower the blower 3. To time the operation of the blower in the correct sequence of events with the operation of the engine 4. To prevent overspeeding of the blower What gears are used in the gear train for the auxiliary mechanisms of most internal combustion engines? 1. Bevel gears 2. Single helical spur gears 3. Double helical spur gears 4. Worm gears Most internal combustion engine drive gears are constructed of which of the following materi…
NAVEDTRA 14104 Ch. 10 — Auxiliary Machinery and Equipment
Ships depend on the reliability of auxiliary systems. Proper maintenance and operation of auxiliary systems will enhance the performance of main propulsion machinery. As a Fireman, you will gain a thorough knowledge of main propulsion auxiliary machinery and systems. In this chapter, we will discuss the operation of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, air compressors, dehydrators, distilling plants, and purifiers. Other auxiliary machinery includes the steering gear, the anchor windlass and capstan, cranes, elevators, winches, and galley and laundry equipment.
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Under 46 CFR, oil coolers on a vessel must be provided with how many separate means of circulating water through the coolers?
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