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Medium Speed Propulsion

CES Engine Operational 404 questions

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  1. Question 1

    Code: jgn2tti2 During inspection of a high pressure fuel pump for a medium speed diesel engine it is observed that the upper leading edge and the lower helical edge of the pump plunger have suffered from erosion damage. Select the correct action to take to remedy this from the options given.
    • Renew only the plunger if the barrel appears undamaged.
    • Renew the plunger and barrel insert as a pair.
    • Smooth away the damaged area with a grinder and polishing stone and refit it.
    • Replace the complete pump with a new or reconditioned spare.

  2. Question 2

    Code: MAJW Where does the excess steam discharge to when the boiler safety valves operate due to the boiler pressure being too high?
    • The auxiliary condenser.
    • The engine room bilges.
    • The atmosphere via the atmospheric line.
    • The main condenser.

  3. Question 3

    Code: LQRD When shutting down the flue gas plant, the last step that the operator shall carry out would be to:
    • Shut down of inert gas blower.
    • Close the gas pressure control valve.
    • Close the deck isolating valve.
    • Open ventilation valve to atmosphere.

  4. Question 4

    Code: CbJ2Gt0y Is there any special area where it is forbidden to pump out any sludge or oil residues?
    • There are 8 special area where it is forbidden to pump out any sludge or oil residues.
    • There are 9 special area where it is forbidden to pump out any sludge or oil residues.
    • There are 4 special area the Baltic, Mediterranean, Red sea and Black sea where it is forbidden to pump out any sludge or oil residues.
    • There isn't any special area where it is forbidden to pump out any sludge or oil residues.

  5. Question 5

    Code: UPXL What should be the first action to be taken in the event of the water level disappearing out of the boiler water level gauge glass?
    • Close the main steam stop valve.
    • Secure all of the burners.
    • Call the chief engineer.
    • Close the feed water stop valve.

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About this CES test

Medium Speed Propulsion is a CES test for the Engine department at Operational level with 404 questions and verified answers. Common topics include: diesel engine, high voltage, refrigeration system, heat exchanger, centrifugal pump, even though, seawater pipe, electric motor.

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