NVIC 17-14 Task 6.1.B

Operate electrical, electronic and control systems

OICEW-B1.1 Basic configuration and operation principles of the following electrical, electronic and control equipment,

Preparing, starting, paralleling and changing over generators

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

the candidate plans for and conducts a pre- start-up inspection, and start a diesel generator engine, describing actions as they are being performed.

The candidate:

1. Inspects the generator for loose cable connections, brush rigging as fitted, and foreign or loose items that may damage the unit during start-up;

2. Inspects the governor terminal shafts and linkages and the generator bearing houses for indications of lubrication leaks;

3. Manually trips the over-speed to prevent fuel rack operation;

4. Checks the lube-oil level in the sumps and adds lube oil as necessary;

5. Checks the water level in the freshwater expansion tank and adds makeup water;

6. Ensures start air receiver is charged, hydraulic accumulator is charged, or batteries are charged as appropriate and lines up starting system accordingly in preparation for engine starting;

7. Checks the fuel oil level in the day tank and transfers fuel as necessary. Lines up fuel system and primes system if necessary;

8. Resets the trip and determines if the mechanism operates without binding;

9. Starts the engine and checks temperatures and pressures;

10. Correctly describes actions as they are being performed; and

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