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Explain the disadvantage of air-cooled engines regarding under-cooling at part load operation.
Explain the disadvantage of air-cooled engines regarding under-cooling at part load operation.
Under-cooling at part load operation could lead to cold corrosion.
Describe one reason why air-cooled engines are noisier than equivalent water-cooled engines.
Describe one reason why air-cooled engines are noisier than equivalent water-cooled engines.
The noise reducing effect of water is lost in air-cooled engines.
State the purpose of the header tank in main engine cooling water systems.
State the purpose of the header tank in main engine cooling water systems.
To maintain the proper level of coolant and accommodate thermal expansion.
What is the importance of manually testing the set points on diesel generator HT cooling water, high temperature alarm, and shut down?
What is the importance of manually testing the set points on diesel generator HT cooling water, high temperature alarm, and shut down?
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What are the key steps involved in manually testing the set points on diesel generator HT cooling water, high temperature alarm, and shut down?
What are the key steps involved in manually testing the set points on diesel generator HT cooling water, high temperature alarm, and shut down?
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How does manual testing of set points on diesel generator HT cooling water contribute to maintenance practices on board ships?
How does manual testing of set points on diesel generator HT cooling water contribute to maintenance practices on board ships?
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Explain the significance of testing the high-temperature alarm on a diesel generator cooling system.
Explain the significance of testing the high-temperature alarm on a diesel generator cooling system.
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How does manual testing of set points on diesel generator HT cooling water enhance the overall safety measures on board ships?
How does manual testing of set points on diesel generator HT cooling water enhance the overall safety measures on board ships?
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