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CES Engine Cadet Selection 95 questions

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  1. Question 1

    Code: BQDK Which of the following fluids usually has the lowest density at normal ambient temperatures?
    • Sea water.
    • Lubricating oil.
    • Heavy fuel oil.
    • Marine diesel oil.

  2. Question 2

    Code: JYTJ When checking the closed butt gap clearance of new piston rings prior to fitting onto the piston it is normal to try the rings in the liner so that the gap can be measured. From the options given select the best part of the liner to use to carry out these checks.
    • Near mid-height of the liner.
    • Near the top of the liner.
    • Near the bottom of the liner.
    • Just above the scavenge ports.

  3. Question 3

    Code: FYKG One cylinder of a diesel engine is operating with a high exhaust gas temperature. From the options given, select the one most likely to cause this condition.
    • Cylinder lubricating oil supply rate to the engine is excessive.
    • Water leakage into the cylinder.
    • Fuel injection valve opening pressure is too low.
    • The charge air is delivered to the engine at too high a temperature.

  4. Question 4

    Code: QVEY The Base Number of a lubricating oil is an indication of which of the following?
    • The viscosity of the oil.
    • The Flash Point of the oil.
    • Amount of contaminants in the lubricating oil.
    • The alkalinity of the oil.

  5. Question 5

    Code: NRAA A power card taken from a diesel engine cylinder using a mechanical indicator has a flat top. Which of the possible actions given in the options is most likely to correct this irregularity on the power card?
    • Shorten the cord for the indicator drum drive.
    • Change the indicator spring for one with a higher rating.
    • Lubricate the indicator piston and cylinder.
    • Lengthen the cord for the indicator drum drive.

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About this CES test

Engine is a CES test for the Engine department with 95 questions and verified answers. Common topics include: diesel engine, steam boiler, normal slow, down temperature, high pressure, refrigeration system, base number, power card.

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