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What is the correct procedure to resume normal ME rpm when the stop valve to the fuel pump is closed?
What is the correct procedure to resume normal ME rpm when the stop valve to the fuel pump is closed?
- Open the stop valve to the fuel pump and continue operating at reduced rpm.
- Open the stop valve to the fuel pump and shut down the engine.
- Close the stop valve to the fuel pump, then resume to normal ME rpm. (correct)
- Close the stop valve to the fuel pump and continue operating at normal rpm.
What is the term for considering safety, urgency, and adequacy when operating and handling machinery in various situations?
What is the term for considering safety, urgency, and adequacy when operating and handling machinery in various situations?
- Prioritization
- Assertiveness
- Situational awareness
- Consideration (correct)
What is the primary purpose of telescopic pipes attached to water-cooled pistons in large slow-speed main propulsion diesel engines?
What is the primary purpose of telescopic pipes attached to water-cooled pistons in large slow-speed main propulsion diesel engines?
- To overcome excessive crankcase pressure
- To prevent excessive lube oil temperature
- To allow piston cooling water to efficiently enter the piston despite its reciprocating motion (correct)
- To prevent contamination of the cylinder cooling water with engine lube oil
What is the recommended action when unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled with one foot of water over the top of the bilge well?
What is the recommended action when unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled with one foot of water over the top of the bilge well?
What is a critical safety precaution to observe when working around machinery in an engine room?
What is a critical safety precaution to observe when working around machinery in an engine room?
What is the purpose of telescopic pipes in preventing engine lube oil contamination?
What is the purpose of telescopic pipes in preventing engine lube oil contamination?
What is the primary reason for purging a boiler furnace before lighting the burner?
What is the primary reason for purging a boiler furnace before lighting the burner?
What is the most important duty of a watchkeeping engineer while taking over a watch?
What is the most important duty of a watchkeeping engineer while taking over a watch?
What is the purpose of a steam pressure reducing valve in a branch line?
What is the purpose of a steam pressure reducing valve in a branch line?
What is an indication of air trapped in the hydraulic lines of a steering system?
What is an indication of air trapped in the hydraulic lines of a steering system?
What is the typical temperature of the water in a medium temperature hot water system used in place of small auxiliary boilers?
What is the typical temperature of the water in a medium temperature hot water system used in place of small auxiliary boilers?
What is the term for the center from which the ship's engine room is controlled in an automated engine?
What is the term for the center from which the ship's engine room is controlled in an automated engine?
