RFPEW Task 1.2.B

Lubricate a grease-lubricated bearing

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 07-14 Task 1.2.B , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Carry out a watch routine appropriate to the duties of a rating forming part of an engine-room watch.

RFPEW-A1.3 Safe working practices as related to engine-room operations

Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel, or in a laboratory,

the candidate lubricates a grease- lubricated bearing.


All The assessment applies to all RFPEW endorsements.

The candidate performs (A) or (B) below:

(A) GREASE-FITTING-EQUIPPED BEARING

  1. Determines from the appropriate lubrication chart the type and grade of grease to use;
  2. Removes the fitting protective covering if fitted, drain plug, if fitted, and wipes the fitting free of grease and dirt with a rag;
  3. Removes air from the grease-gun hose by slowly squeezing the handle until grease starts to leave the fitting, and attaches the hose fitting to the bearing of the fitting;
  4. Slowly pumps in grease until a small amount of clean grease appears but, if the grease meets undue resistance, the candidate notifies the watch engineer; and
  5. Replaces drain plug and protective cover on grease fitting.

(B) GREASE-CUP-EQUIPPED BEARING

  1. Determines from the appropriate lubrication chart the type and grade of grease to use;
  2. Obtains a sufficient clean quantity of correct grease;
  3. Removes the drain plug opposite the grease cup and ensure that the hole is free from hardening grease;
  4. Removes the cap from the grease cup;
  5. Wipes out the grease cup with a rag;
  6. Fills the grease cup with grease;
  7. Installs the cap onto the grease cup and force grease into the bearing housing;
  8. Continues and repeats as necessary until grease begins to flow out the drain hole;
  9. Wipes excess grease from the bearing housing with a rag; and
  10. Reinstalls the drain plug.