轮机部三管轮考试模拟题3(轮机英语)
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Worn main bearings in a diesel engine can result in ______________.
- A.decreased compression pressure
- B.increased lube oil pressure
- C.lower lube oil temperature
- D.excessive leakage past the piston rings
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In motor ship, _____ is often used to recover some of the heat carried in the exhaust gases from the main engine.
- A.an diesel oil heater
- B.a waste heat boiler
- C.a fresh water generator
- D.all the above
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An indication of a diesel engine air intake being partially clogged, is _____.
- A.low firing pressure and low exhaust temperatures
- B.low firing pressure and normal exhaust temperatures
- C.high firing pressure and low exhaust temperatures
- D.high firing pressure and high exhaust temperatures
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Which of the following marine examples belongs to the open loop control system?
- A.Accommodation heating system
- B.Steering gear
- C.Boiler control
- D.Cargo control
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Large crosshead type engine generally has two lubrication systems, a function performed only by crankcase oil system is .
- A.lubricating
- B.cooling
- C.cleaning
- D.neutralizing
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A centrifugal fuel oil purifier should be shut down if ________.
- A.more sealing water is needed
- B.the cover clamp needs tightening
- C.the purifier has a bad vibration when started
- D.water is discharged from the overflow line
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The following preparations are essential for any ______ of marine diesel engine before it may be started.
- A.doing
- B.make
- C.turn
- D.operating
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The scale trap is located between the .
- A.king valve and the expansion valve
- B.solenoid valve and expansion valve
- C.evaporator and receiver
- D.compressor and evaporator
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Exhaust pyrometer readings provide an indication of the .
- A.effectiveness of water-cooled exhaust elbows
- B.distribution of the load between engine cylinders
- C.amount of fuel penetration into the engine cylinders
- D.indicated horsepower of the engine cylinders
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In a medium speed diesel engine, a trunk type piston may be cooled by_______Ioil circulation though passages in the piston crown IIheat transfer through piston rings and liner wall
- A.I only
- B.II only
- C.either I or II
- D.neither I or II
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Before starting a diesel engine, you should always __________.
- A.check the pyrometer readings
- B.check the crankcase oil level
- C.check the fuel oil strainers
- D.clean the fuel system
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“Stand by an engine” means _____.
- A.“prepare to stop the engine”
- B.“assemble an engine on its bedplate”
- C.“make an engine ready for starting”
- D.“dismantle an engine”
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The SMS should provide for specific measures aimed at promoting the _____ of equipment or systems the sudden operational failure of which may result in hazardous situations.
- A.visibility
- B.ability
- C.reliability
- D.capability
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_____ the cylinder will contain a great weight of air and will be capable of burning a great quantity of fuel.
- A.At the beginning of the compression stroke
- B.At the beginning of the suction stroke
- C.At the end of the working stroke
- D.At the end of the exhaust stroke
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Ammonia when used as a refrigerant is valuable because of its high efficiency, it is however _____.
- A.toxic
- B.flammable
- C.explosive
- D.all of the above
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You are attempting to parallel two AC generators, and the syncope pointer is revolving in the fast directionThis indicates that the frequency of the incoming machine is _____.
- A.higher than the bus frequency
- B.lower than the bus frequency
- C.the same as the bus frequency but out of phase with it
- D.the same as the bus frequency and the circuit breaker may be closed at any pointer position
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The oxidation by-products forming in diesel engine lube oil can cause ___________.
- A.pitting
- B.sludge
- C.hard varnish
- D.all of the above
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When finish work on the oil separator, you should____ firstly.
- A.cut off the power
- B.cut off the oil inlet
- C.open guide water valve
- D.close oil outlet value
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The cetane number of a diesel fuel oil indicates its________.
- A.Viscosity
- B.acid content
- C.heating value
- D.ignition quality
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A condenser is a vessel in which_____ is deprived of its latent heat of vaporization and so changed to its liquid state.
- A.sea water
- B.fresh water
- C.vapour
- D.gas
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To add refrigerant to the high side of an air conditioning system, you should introduce the refrigerant through the .
- A.discharge service valve as a vapor
- B.suction service valve as a liquid
- C.charging valve as a liquid
- D.condenser purge valve as a vapor
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One of the main purposes of refractories in a boiler furnace is to____.
- A.help preheat the air for the furnaces
- B.help preheat the feedwater
- C.protect economizer from excessive heat
- D.prevent excessive furnace heat losses
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AC voltmeters are generally calibrated to read the _____.
- A.instantaneous voltage
- B.average voltage
- C.RMS voltage
- D.peak voltage
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Cooling makes the engine metals their mechanical properties.
- A.Remain
- B.to remain
- C.retain
- D.to retain
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With No.1 and No.2 alternators running in parallel and the kW loads equally shared, one alternator is drawing much higher current than the otherWhat does this indicate?
- A.The alternators are not generating the same voltages and should be adjusted on automatic voltage regulator rheostats
- B.Alternator frequencies are different and should be adjusted on the governor speed controllers
- C.Alternators are out of phase and should be tripped and paralleled again
- D.One alternator has lost one of its phases
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Which of the following statements about pump operations is NOT a correct statement?
- A.In order for a fluid to be pumped, a fluid must be made to flow
- B.A substance must be cold in order for it to be pumped
- C.The kinetic energy imparted by the pump can be used to force a liquid through a hydraulic system
- D.A pump must receive its energy from an external source
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The part of the shipboard electrical system used to control the distribution of power to the branch circuits, is the _____.
- A.bridge control panel
- B.disconnect links
- C.governor relay box
- D.main switchboard
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Heavy wear in a particular area of the inner circumference of a packing ring may be caused by _____.
- A.a high suction head
- B.rotating rings
- C.badly worn bearings
- D.a loose stuffing box gland
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Fuel injection valves should be taken out, cleaned, and lifting checked every _____.
- A.two to four months
- B.four to six months
- C.six to eight months
- D.year
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The air supplied to the cylinders by a turbocharger is often reduced in volume by a/an _________.
- A.air compressor
- B.diffuser
- C.after-cooler
- D.ventilator
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Prior to lighting off a cold automatically fired auxiliary boiler, you should _____.
- A.check and regulate the water level
- B.close the air cock once fires are lit
- C.blowdown the gage glass
- D.crack the steam stop to assure protective steam flow
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A viscosity regulator used for an engine is usually provided in order to _____ for an engine burning heavy fuel oil.
- A.regulate the fuel supply
- B.maintain a constant fuel viscosity at the fuel valves
- C.maintain efficient cooling
- D.alter the fuel density
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Which factor of the following affects not only the fuels combustion but also the engine’s maintenance?
- A.cetane number
- B.flash point
- C.viscosity
- D.setting point
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A vacuum is initially established in the first and second stages of a low pressure evaporator by the use of __.
- A.vacuum drag from the auxiliary condensate system
- B.individual vacuum pumps
- C.a single non-condensing air ejector
- D.a two stage air ejector
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The minimum number and capacity of bilge pumps and fire pumps and their distributing within the ship is governed by _____.
- A.Classification Society Rules
- B.National requirements
- C.The IMO International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
- D.All of the above
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Fix the fuel injector into _____ after repair.
- A.the cylinder liner
- B.the cylinder cover
- C.the cylinder jacket
- D.the piston
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Fuel has to be injected into the engine at a high pressure so that it _____ correctly.
- A.is purified
- B.in timed
- C.is compressed
- D.atomizes
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After he ______ the test, the engineer put down the results.
- A.has finished
- B.finishes
- C.had finished
- D.would finish
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_____ is the actual value of the controlled condition.
- A.Desired value
- B.Set value
- C.Measured value
- D.Deviation
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_____ the engines, the diesel engine is_____ used engine on board.
- A.Between/more commonly
- B.Among/the most commonly
- C.Between/not more commonly
- D.Among/not the most commonly
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If separating effect is not good, which measure should be taken ____.
- A.working at intervals and properly heating
- B.warming up to 70℃, increase water supply flow
- C.improving impulse of water supply
- D.reducing water supply flow
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After taking on fuel oil, the hoses should be disconnected and _____.
- A.draped over the fantail to dry out
- B.drained over the side and washed out
- C.drained into the bilges and washed out
- D.drained into buckets or fuel tanks
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The general purpose of a heat exchanger is to _____.
- A.eliminate hot air from the condenser
- B.maintain steady pressure in a system
- C.heat, or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
- D.reduce the engine room temperature in tropical climates
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Excessive scale formation in a distilling plant may result from _____.
- A.poor distillate quality
- B.reduced evaporator capacity
- C.low brine concentration
- D.improper vacuum regulation
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Which of the following statements is correct with regards to the operation of a centrifugal cargo pump?
- A.Oil is discharged from the impeller through the outlet
- B.Gravity causes the oil to flow toward the discharge
- C.The self-priming feature of the centrifugal pump enables it to draw its own suction as it starts
- D.The discharge capacity varies directly with the speed of the impeller
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We generally take the convention of safety of life at sea adopted in 1974 as a completely new convention, the reason is .
- A.it included the amendments agreed up until that date
- B.it included none of the amendment agreed up until that date
- C.it required two thirds of the Parties’ acceptance for a amendment to enter into force
- D.it included a tacit acceptance procedure
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In a diesel engine, fuel must be broken up into a spray of fine droplets to _____.
- A.increase its quality
- B.obtain complete burning
- C.reduce its weight
- D.all of the above
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According to Annex I of MARPOL 73/78, oily waste from cargo tanks of oil tankers can be discharged when the ship is more than_________ away from the nearest land.
- A.50 nautical miles
- B.30 nautical miles
- C.15 nautical miles
- D.12 nautical miles
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One distinct advantage of flash type evaporators, as compared to most other evaporators, is that in a flash evaporator _____.
- A.high temperature distillate can be re- circulated to induce additional flashing
- B.scale formation is not a severe problem
- C.cold shocking is more effective in removing scale
- D.water purity is greatly increased at high capacity
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Which of the following must be eliminated to prevent accidents?
- A.Unsafe actions
- B.Orderliness
- C.Frequent inspections
- D.Good work habit
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The main operating characteristic of diesel engines which distinguishes them from other internal combustion engines is the ________.
- A.method of supplying air
- B.cooling system
- C.method of igniting fuel
- D.valve operating mechanism
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Low compression pressure in a diesel engine is caused by___________.
- A.low water in the expansion tank
- B.improperly seated valves
- C.low fuel oil pressure
- D.worn or broken cylinder liner sealing rings
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There is an injection pump for each cylinder, which is usually operated once every cycle by _____ on the camshaft.
- A.a gear
- B.a cam
- C.a rod
- D.a miler
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When occurring a fire in the scavenge air box, the following measures should be taken except for .
- A.reducing speed to SLOW and asking bridge for permission to stop
- B.stopping the fuel oil supply
- C.switching-on the auxiliary blowers
- D.putting the scavenge air box fire extinguishing equipment into function
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Diesel engine lube oil can become contaminated as a result____________.
- A.the water produced during combustion
- B.the sulfur in the fuel
- C.unburned fuel oil
- D.all of the above
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Who will mainly handle the negotiation during store and spare parts transaction?
- A.Chief engineer
- B.Second engineer
- C.Master
- D.Chief engineer
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During sea trial, the main engine well be kept run at load.
- A.100%
- B.110%
- C.85%
- D.different
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Turbocharged four-stroke/cycle diesel engines utilize valve overlap for_________.
- A.improving cylinder scavenging
- B.preheating the combustion chamber
- C.reducing air charge density
- D.preventing valve wear
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The scuppers should be plugged _____.
- A.only if fixed containment is not used
- B.only if portable containment is not used
- C.only if fixed containment drains are open
- D.whenever the vessel is being bunkered
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As for turbine oil, contact with water in the form. of steam will be inevitable so good _____ properties will be essential.
- A.defrosting
- B.de-oiling
- C.demulsifying
- D.dehumidifying
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Increasing differential pressure of an oil filter indicates that _____.
- A.it is dirty
- B.it is leaky
- C.it has been renewed
- D.all the above
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Electrical failures in motors are caused by the breakdown of insulation, which may be caused by _____.
- A.penetration of moisture
- B.accumulation of dirt
- C.overheating
- D.All of the above
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The____ of the telemotor is built the steering wheel console and located on the bridge.
- A.transmitter
- B.receiver
- C.pipes
- D.charging unit
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Due to _____ action of pistons some relative motion between parts in contact in the coolant supply and return system must occur.
- A.reciprocating
- B.rotating
- C.running
- D.removing
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The rate of wear on a cylinder liner depends on the _.
- A.quality of air filtration
- B.effectiveness of lubrication
- C.type of fuel used
- D.all of the above
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Which of the precautions listed should be observed when taking on diesel fuel?
- A.Secure all lighting to the main deck
- B.Provide a portable fan to blow away fumes
- C.Prohibit smoking in the area
- D.Display a black triangle during daylight hours
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Which of the following problems could cause the high pressure cutout switch to shut down the compressor in a refrigeration system?
- A.A shortage of liquid refrigerant
- B.Excessive frost on the evaporator
- C.Excessive condenser cooling water
- D.Insufficient condenser cooling water flow
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If the jacket water temperature of an operating diesel engine suddenly rises above normal, the cause can be attributed to _____.
- A.an overfilled expansion tank
- B.excess chromate treatment of the jacket water
- C.a clogged raw water sea suction
- D.cavitation erosion of the heat exchanger tubes
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A number of biological sewage treatment plants are in use at sea but nearly all work on what is called the extended aeration processBasically the consists of oxygenating the liquor by bubbling air through itAccording to the above two sentences, the word "this" means _____.
- A.a sewage treatment plant
- B.the extended aeration process
- C.the liquor
- D.the bubbling air
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Which is false about engine trials?
- A.engine trails should be done after finishing the operation of turning the engine with the turning gear and starting the engine on air briefly
- B.in the operation of engine trails, the main engine should be running in low-speed
- C.As to the ship equipment with twin main engine, engine trials should be done with one engine ahead and another engine astern at the same time
- D.the order “engine trials” should be given by the bridge
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Diesel engines are started by supplying _____ into the cylinders in the appropriate sequence for the required direction.
- A.fuel oil
- B.diesel oil
- C.compressed air
- D.jacket water
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Mooring winches are often combined with _____ units so that one prime mover drives both.
- A.crane
- B.hatch cover
- C.windlass
- D.steering gear
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Here some oil in the oily water separator, as a result of its lower _____, will separate and rise into the oil collection space.
- A.temperature
- B.viscosity
- C.density
- D.velocity
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Which of the following definitions can be used to define the term ‘offset’ as a characteristic of controller action?
- A.The period of time in which the set point and the control point coincide
- B.The periodic change between the set point and the control point
- C.The variable difference between the set point and the control point
- D.The constant difference between the set point and the control point
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Which one is not the normal operation for boiler shutdown?
- A.Carry out soot blowing if permissible
- B.Change fuel supply to diesel oil
- C.Close steam stop valves on boiler when pressure is reduced
- D.Drain boiler empty when it has cooled down
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The correct procedure for giving an auxiliary boiler a bottom blow, is to begin .
- A.when the boiler has been secured long enough for most solids to settle
- B.when the boiler has been cooled to ambient temperature
- C.only after raising the water level to within 0.5 inch of the high water cutout only
- D.after bypassing the low pressure
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During port state control inspection, the detention report should be made in accordance with the format in appendix 5 of ______ Resolution A 787(19).
- A.ISM Code
- B.PSC
- C.STCW 78/95
- D.IMO
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For a main diesel engine the lube oil in the bearings is drawn from _____, usually located in the bedplate.
- A.a gravity tank
- B.a sump
- C.a vessel
- D.a bottle
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If a ship is required by the Administration to set, or is already at a higher security level than that set for the port it intends to enter or in which it is already located, then the ship shall advise without delay, the ____ of the Contracting Government within whose territory the port facility security officer of the situation.
- A.competent authority
- B.CSO
- C.PSCO
- D.Master
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The treatment of the fuel oils involves storage, heating, filtering and .
- A.centrifuging
- B.pressurizing
- C.atomization
- D.igniting
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If over a period of time, the oi1 film partially disappears, so that dry areas are formed on the cylinder wall, these areas and the piston surfaces will by frictional interaction, become finely scuffed and hardened, i.egood mirror surface" will have deterioratedWhat condition of the piston rings can result in this phenomenon?
- A.micro-seizure
- B.sticking
- C.scratched
- D.breakage/collapse
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_____ allows for expansion and water make up in the water cooling system.
- A.A top tank
- B.A head tank
- C.A head valve
- D.A drain tank
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In each cylinder cover there are two or three holes for _____.
- A.the exhaust valves
- B.the fuel valves
- C.indicator cocks
- D.the fuel pumps
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The effect of high vapor superheat in a refrigeration system, is a/an _____.
- A.increased capacity of the compressor
- B.more efficient operation of the thermal expansion valve
- C.decreased capacity of the compressor
- D.loss of receiver capacity
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The purpose of the purge valve at the top of the condenser in a refrigerating system is to .
- A.remove any air that may accumulate in the system
- B.take out unpleasant fumes from the refrigerant
- C.vent off excess refrigerant in an emergency
- D.permit opening the refrigerating system for cleaning and inspecting
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To avoid excessive pressures in the fuel oil filling system during bunkering, you should _____.
- A.close the tank filling valves quickly
- B.top off all tanks at the same time
- C.rill completely all tanks to less than 95 % full
- D.reduce the loading rate when topping off
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Doors are generally formed in the _____ of the both in-line and Vee engines to give maintenance access to the crankshaft main and connecting rod large end bearing.
- A.bedplates
- B.columns
- C.cylinder blocks
- D.safety caps
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Class A fires are best extinguished by quenching or cooling with _____.
- A.deprival of oxygen
- B.a water spray
- C.soda-acid
- D.foam
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0271The word “critical” in the sentence “This is a critical period as any loss of propulsion, or steering, can lead to collision, grounding, or other damage to the ship.” can be best replaced by _____.
- A.dangerous
- B.best
- C.bad
- D.important
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The cast iron guide-ways for _____ are attached to the top section and seal off the crankcase.
- A.the connecting rod
- B.the cross-head
- C.the piston rod
- D.the air box
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When centrifuging heavy fuel oil, an important factor to consider is the _____(1) flow rate; (2) viscosity of the fuel oil.
- A.(1) only is correct
- B.(2) only is correct
- C.both (1) and (2) are correct
- D.neither (1) or (2) are correct
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In most pumps and pump motors overpacking the ball bearings full of grease will result in ____.
- A.moisture emulsification of the bearing grease
- B.insufficient circulation and overheating of the bearing
- C.proper grease circulation to cool the bearing
- D.sliding friction between balls and races
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Excessively warm water leaving condenser may be caused by .
- A.fouled tubes in shell and tube condenser
- B.too little or too warm condenser water
- C.air or non-condensable gas in system
- D.overcharge of refrigerant
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The second stage feed-water temperature and shell absolute pressure in a multistage, flash type, distilling plant is ___.
- A.higher than the first stage feed-water temperature and absolute shell pressure
- B.lower than the first stage feed-water temperature and absolute shell pressure
- C.the same as the first stage feed-water temperature and absolute shell pressure
- D.not related to the feed-water temperature and absolute shell pressure
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Where should muster lists be posted?
- A.In crews accommodation spaces
- B.On the navigating bridge
- C.In the engine room
- D.All of the above
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To equalize the power factor of two alternators operating in parallel, the _____.
- A.field excitation of both units is adjusted
- B.governors of both units are adjusted
- C.phase sequence is altered
- D.kilowatt load is evenly divided
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Which of the listed statements is correct concerning refrigeration systems?
- A.Dehydrators must be used continuously in a refrigeration system
- B.A 25 ton refrigeration system has the same cooling effect as melting 25 tons of ice in 24 hours
- C.A thermostatic expansion valve is used to control refrigerated space temperature
- D.The liquid receiver functions to collect and remove non- condensable gases
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If the compression rings on a diesel engine piston become stuck in the ring groove, the cause may be due to ______________.
- A.excessive ring action
- B.excessive ring temperature
- C.improper ring rotation
- D.excessive ring face wear
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Which of the following operations must be entered on the Oil Record Book Part I? IRoutine discharge at sea of bilge water containing oil from the machinery spaces IIBunkering of fuel oil
- A.I only
- B.II only
- C.both I and II
- D.neither I nor II
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The total resistance of a parallel circuit is always _____.
- A.larger than the greatest branch resistance
- B.smaller than the lowest branch resistance
- C.equal to the sum of the individual branch resistances
- D.one-half the sum of the individual branch resistances
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Compressed air is supplied by air compression to _____.
- A.the air receivers
- B.the starting valves
- C.the cylinder covers
- D.the distributors
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The flash point of a petroleum product is an indication of its .
- A.viscosity
- B.pour point
- C.volatility
- D.lower explosive limit
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Misfiring in a diesel engine at light loads can be caused by____.
- A.high lube oil temperature
- B.low lube oil temperature
- C.excessive cylinder cooling
- D.high air injection pressure
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CFC refrigerants exposed to high temperature or direct flame, will decompose and may produce .
- A.methyl chloride
- B.ammonia
- C.hydrofluoric acid
- D.ozone
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A spring-loaded centrifugal flyweight governor responds to reduced engine load with an immediate increase in ____.
- A.pilot valve oil pressure
- B.speeder spring force
- C.compensation needle valve clearance
- D.centrifugal force on the flyweights
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Before attempting to put out a class “C” fire involving an electric-driven centrifugal pump, you should FIRST _____.
- A.insulate your shoes
- B.ground the fire hose
- C.secure its power supply
- D.start the fire pump
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Cocks and valves control or interrupt flow, and have internal passages arranged so that they can be restricted or closed: in cocks, by rotating the plug, and in valves, by lowering, raising or rotating a disc in relation to a seating surfaceAccording to the above sentence, which of the following statements is not true?
- A.Flows of fluids can be restricted by both cocks and valves
- B.There are seats in the internal passages of valves
- C.A disc of valve only moves up and down
- D.We can infer that there is a bore in cock ping
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The process of supplying a diesel engine cylinder with air at a pressure greater than atmospheric is called__________.
- A.engine displacement
- B.super-aspirating
- C.air injection
- D.supercharging
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Large marine diesel engines of crosshead construction generally have two systems of lubrication: a total loss system feeding the _____ and a recirculation system lubricating the running gear and cooling the piston.
- A.cylinder liners and piston rings
- B.main bearings
- C.crankpin bearings
- D.turboblower
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The exhaust ports are located around the lower part of the cylinder liner, ______ the products of combustion are driven by scavenging air.
- A.in which
- B.by which
- C.through which
- D.from which
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The sub-multiple prefix "milli" (m) means _____.
- A.one thousandth (10 to the -3rd power)
- B.one millionth ( 10 to the -6th power)
- C.one billionth ( 10 to the -9th power)
- D.one trillionth (10 to the -12th power)
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The selection of a lubricating oil depends to a great extent on the operating conditions, _____.
- A.the type of coolant
- B.the design of the engine
- C.the type of fuel to be burned
- D.B and C
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The speed of the camshaft in a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine, running at 950 RPM, is _____.
- A.475 RPM
- B.950 RPM
- C.1900 RPM
- D.2400 RPM
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The device used to limit engine torque at various engine speeds is called a ________.
- A.speed limiting governor
- B.variable speed governor
- C.constant speed governor
- D.load limiting governor
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Before an auxiliary boiler is shutdown for an extended period of time, the water in the boiler should have a pH value of _____.
- A.10
- B.7
- C.4
- D.1
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After receiving the stores you should sign on the ____.
- A.engine logbook
- B.delivery docket
- C.store list
- D.maintenance book
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The replacement piping for diesel engine high pressure fuel systems must be the same length and diameter as the original piping to _____.
- A.avoid unnecessary pints inventory
- B.keep torsional vibration constant
- C.use existing supports and braces
- D.maintain specified injection characteristics
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Fuel oil tanks must be fitted with _____ that can be closed rapidly and remotely in the event of an emergency such as a fire.
- A.stop valves
- B.non-return valves
- C.quick closing valves
- D.relief valves
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Smaller engines can be made more rigid than large ones and may not have _____.
- A.connecting rods
- B.crankshaft
- C.crankcase
- D.through bolts
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If the compressor runs continually, the cause might be the .
- A.high-pressure cutout switch is jammed open
- B.low-pressure switch is jammed shut
- C.thermal bulb is not operating properly
- D.scale trap is clogged
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Scuffed cylinder liner wearing surfaces in a diesel engines can result from ________.
- A.starting the engine while hot
- B.knurling the piston skirt
- C.operating the engine overheated
- D.scuff resistant piston rings
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The purpose of the ISM Code is to provide _____ standard for the safe management and operation of ships and for pollution prevention.
- A.a regional
- B.the best
- C.an international
- D.an ideal
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To correct a hunting problem in a main propulsion diesel engine hydraulic governor, you should ______.
- A.increase the governor oil pressure
- B.adjust the speed droop setting
- C.adjust the speeder spring travel
- D.adjust the compensating needle valve
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Which of the following terms could be applied to the simple definition "the energy of motion?
- A.Electrical energy
- B.Thermal energy
- C.Potential energy
- D.Kinetic energy
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The term _____ refers to one complete sequence of operations required to produce power in an engine.
- A.diesel engine
- B.stroke
- C.cycle
- D.compression ratio
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The _____ engine is used for alternators and some times for main propulsion with a gearbox to provide a propeller of between 90 to 120 rpm..
- A.four-stroke
- B.two-stroke
- C.slow speed
- D.reversible
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Gear pumps are _____ type because they discharge a near constant amount of liquid regardless of pressure.
- A.positive displacement
- B.non-positive displacement
- C.mixed-flow
- D.axial-flow
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If over a period of weeks the air-box pressure of a turbo-charged, diesel engine, operating at full load, appears to be dropping off, the cause can be _____.
- A.open air-box drains
- B.loss of cooling water to the diffuser
- C.gradual fouling of the air filters
- D.improperly timed exhaust valves
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Engine coolant accumulating in the diesel engine lubricating oil can result from a _______.
- A.low oil pressure
- B.high coolant pressure
- C.leaking fuel injector
- D.cracked cylinder head or liner
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The latent heat of water vapor in air is dependent upon the _______.
- A.dry bulb temperature
- B.wet bulb temperature
- C.dew point
- D.dry point
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A vessel is equipped with two ships service generatorsGenerator #1 is rated at 900 kW and generator #2 is rated at 600 kWDuring parallel operation, with a hotel load of 1,000 kW, what should be the kW load on generator #2 _____.
- A.100 kW
- B.400 kW
- C.500 kW
- D.600 kW
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______ is a function of the reactive / resistive characteristics of the load items and cannot be adjusted by manipulating the alternator control devices.
- A.Power factor
- B.Power ratio
- C.compression ratio
- D.Compression factor
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Inspection of a vessel’s propeller during dry-dock should include .
- A.noting the condition of the fairwater
- B.inspection of the keyway
- C.logging inspection results in the official deck log
- D.all of above
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The ash content of a fuel oil is significant to the operating engineer because it _____.
- A.is an indication of the amount of noncombustible material present in the oil
- B.indicates the quantity of energy released by burning a unit amount of the fuel
- C.is useful for determining proper atomization temperatures
- D.reflects the overall thermal efficiency of the fuel oil service system
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A class "C" fire would most likely occur in the _____.
- A.engine room bilges
- B.main switchboard
- C.paint locker
- D.rag bin
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The main purpose of warming the parts of the main engine is ____.
- A.to reduce heat stress
- B.to reduce low temperature corrosion
- C.to improve firing and starting performance
- D.fuel saving
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Before "stand-by" is rung on the engine telegraph, it is usual to give the main engine _____ ahead and astern.
- A.a brief trial with turning gear
- B.a brief trial on power
- C.a long trial by steering gear
- D.one minutes trial with windlass
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The diesel engine consumes considerably less fuel than the steam engine for equal output, ______ enables a motor-ship to load more cargo.
- A.why
- B.which
- C.in which
- D.on which
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In a diesel engine, exhaust valves open before the intake ports are uncovered to _______Ⅰreduce pumping losses Ⅱreduce back pressure
- A.Ⅰonly
- B.Ⅱonly
- C.bothⅠandⅡ
- D.neitherⅠnorⅡ
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If two ACgenerators are operated in parallel, the load is distributed evenly by .
- A.a rheostat
- B.a balancing coil
- C.changing field excitation
- D.adjusting the governor settings
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The ship should be operated by a company which is issued a(an)______relevant to ship.
- A.ISM
- B.DOC
- C.SMC
- D.PSC
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An increase in crankcase pressure generally indicates________.
- A.worn connecting rod bearings
- B.worn engine cylinder liners
- C.high cylinder firing pressure
- D.stuck spring-loaded manhole covers
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The purpose of engine stand-by is that ____.
- A.the main engine in the stand-by condition
- B.auxiliary machinery in the stand-by condition
- C.dynamical equipments in the stand-by condition and could be used immediately
- D.A and B
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____, where a ship is refitted for a different use.
- A.Voyage repairs
- B.Routine docking
- C.Damage repairs
- D.Conversion
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The purpose of an after-cooler is to_____.
- A.reduce the turbocharger operating temperature
- B.increase the pressure of the inlet air
- C.increase the density of the inter air
- D.reduce the blower operating temperature
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The separate supplies are connected in either star or delta formationThe star formation is most commonly used and requires_____ slip-rings on the alternator.
- A.two
- B.three
- C.four
- D.five
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Before a marine diesel engine is started the cylinders and pistons must be _____.
- A.cooled to appropriate temperature
- B.warmed up gradually to appropriate temperature
- C.opened up and renewed
- D.ground and polished
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More than one stage of evaporation can take place by admitting the sea water into chambers with progressively _____ pressure in the flash evaporator.
- A.lower
- B.higher
- C.the lower
- D.the higher
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A four-stroke cycle, turbocharged, 1000 horsepower diesel engine has been operating under loadThe load suddenly increases, causing excessive black exhaust smoke, and a rapid rise in the lube oil temperatureIn response to this condition, you should:
- A.reduce load
- B.check your exhaust
- C.adjust cooling water temperature
- D.increase lube oil flow
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The static suction head of is the ______.
- A.distance of the suction liquid level above the line of the pump
- B.distance the suction liquid level is below the center line of the pump
- C.force necessary to overcome frictional losses in the pump and piping
- D.amount in inches of mercury the total suction head is below atmospheric pressure
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If a crankcase explosion has occurred in a diesel engine, and the crankcase remains intact, which of following precautions should be observed?
- A.The cylinder indicator cocks should be opened
- B.The sump lube oil scavenge pump should be secured immediately
- C.The explosion relief valves should be manually opened
- D.The crankcase should remain unopened until the engine has cooled
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is considered to be one of the detainable deficiencies under the STCW Convention.
- A.Absence, substantial deterioration or failure of proper operation of the cargo deck area fire protection on tanker
- B.Absence, non-compliance or serious deterioration of lights, shapes or sound signal
- C.Absence or failure of proper operation of the radio equipment for distress and safety communication
- D.Absence in a watch of a person qualified to operate equipment essential to safe navigation, safety radio communications or the prevention of marine pollution
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Black smoke exhausting from a diesel engine indicates____.
- A.proper fuel injection
- B.water in the fuel
- C.incomplete combustion
- D.burning of lube oil
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The total starting air capacity required for reversible main engines is to be sufficient for at least _____.
- A.six consecutive starts
- B.eight consecutive starts
- C.ten consecutive starts
- D.twelve consecutive starts
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To avoid impingement attack, care must be taken with the water _____ through the tubes of the heat exchangers.
- A.temperature
- B.velocity
- C.density
- D.viscosity
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If a heavy sea strikes the rudder, the shock is transmitted through the tiller to _____.
- A.the tiller arms
- B.the swivel blocks
- C.hunting gears
- D.the rams
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As soon as you hear the fire and emergency signal, you should ensure that the _____.
- A.ring buoys are thrown overboard
- B.engines are stopped
- C.fire pumps are started
- D.life preservers have been issued to everyone
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The cooling water temperature _____ over a period of 8 hours, and then shut down.
- A.should be gradually increased
- B.should be gradually reduced
- C.should be constantly kept
- D.should be varied up and down
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When a ship is fully loaded, it needs to prevent the main engine to be While a ship is fully empty, it needs to prevent the main engine to be .
- A.overspeed / overload
- B.overload / overspeed
- C.over mechanical load / over thermal load
- D.over torque / overspeed
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____ can be used to prevent hydraulic system overloaded or keep the pressure of oil outlet from pump constant
- A.Overflow valve
- B.Reducing valve
- C.Balancing valve
- D.Reducing valve or balancing valve