NVIC 17-14 Task 4.3.R

Operate main and auxiliary machinery and associated control systems

OICEW-A4.3 Preparation, operation, fault detection and necessary measures to prevent damage for the following machinery items and control systems

Auxiliary prime movers and associated systems

On a vessel of at least 1,000 HP, on a simulator, or in a laboratory,

the candidate plans for and starts the lube oil or fuel oil purifier, describing actions as they are being performed.

The candidate:

1. Verifies that brake has been released;

2. Checks centrifuge sump oil level and adds oil as necessary;

3. Checks discharge valve is open to correct sump or tank;

4. Depresses start button to re-start centrifuge motor ;

5. Verifies that centrifuge is up to proper operating speed;

6. Lines up automatic “shoot” panel and adds sealing/priming water until overflow is detected at heavy phase discharge;

7. Opens oil supply valve from main sump or tank;

8. Lines up steam or power to centrifuge pre-heater, if used;

9. Observes cessation of seal/priming water displacement from centrifuge & sets automatic “shoot” panel;

10. Monitors increase of oil temperature input to proper temperature; and

11. Takes proper action to prevent safety and pollution violations.