BK NBR ANS QUESTION CHOICE A CHOICE B CHOICE C CHOICE D ILLUSTTRATION

Precision engine bearing inserts are manufactured with a small

portion of the bearing ends extending beyond the bearing
14 2 B overlap crush lap or lead protrusion
housing or caps. The installation process of these bearings
requires sufficient __________.

At the shell In the furnace In the furnace not more

At or near the center of
approximately 1 1/2 approximately 1 1/2 than 1 inch (2.54 cm)
14 3 B Where is a fusible plug installed on a Scotch or auxiliary boiler? the crown sheet of the
inches (3.8 cm) below inches (3.8 cm) below below the lowest
combustion chamber.
the normal waterline. the normal waterline. permissible water level.

Bearing wear on a split sleeve type bearing is measured with a pair of outside calipers
14 4 A ball anvil micrometer pair of inside calipers depth micrometer
__________. and a dial indicator

The amount of wear on a split precision main bearing can be

dial indicating outside ball anvil outside screw thread outside
14 5 C accurately determined by comparing the data from a previous telescoping gauge
caliper micrometer micrometer
reading to the present readings taken with a __________.

The amount of wear on a split, fixed sleeve-type, main diesel dial indicating outside ball anvil outside screw thread outside
14 6 C spider gauge
bearing can be accurately determined with a __________. caliper micrometer micrometer

The RPM of "A" is 100 and hobbed with 76 teeth. If gears "B",
14 7 A "C", and "D" have 60, 32, and 42 teeth respectively, the RPM of 339.29 RPM 96.51 RPM 267.86 RPM 76.19 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
Crank web deflection readings will give a positive indication of worn main bearing bearing shells shim
14 8 A crankpin misalignment slack thrust bearings
__________. journals dimensions
When a diesel engine is equipped with a hydraulic starting
system designed to operate at pressures of 150 psi or more, have a viscosity index have a flash point of not have a flash point of not be oxidation resistant
14 9 C
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require that the hydraulic fluid number greater than 100 greater than 200°F less than 315°F and nontoxic
shall __________.

After an engine has been started using a Bendix drive unit, the rotation of the starting the higher rotating speed
14 10 C the action of a spring accumulator pressure
drive pinion disengages from the flywheel due to __________. cam of the flywheel

Watch the temperature Clean the interior to

What preventative maintenance should be done frequently to Drain the accumulated
14 11 A Test the relief valves. to prevent fluctuations in remove oil and foreign
diesel engine starting air receivers? moisture.
pressure. matter.

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) permit drain valves in the

ball-check valves to automatically closed by connected through the fitted with caps or plugs
14 12 D machinery space for removing water and impurities from diesel
prevent leakage a solenoid tank top to prevent leakage
engine fuel systems. Those valves must be __________.

According to the diagram shown in the illustration, the lube oil

14 13 B dry sump system wet sump system shunt system bypass system MO-0007
system can best be described as a __________.
The RPM of "D" is 600 and hobbed with 48 teeth. If gears "A",
14 14 D "B", and "C" have 84, 66, and 22 teeth respectively, the RPM of 111.63 RPM 66.67 RPM 460.47 RPM 114.29 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
Where diesel engine speed and clutch controls are combined
into one operation by a single control lever, movement of the decrease the engine increase the engine disengage the astern
14 15 C engage the ahead clutch
lever from the 'stop' position to the 'ahead' position will FIRST speed speed clutch
__________.
 the effective volume of
the beveled edges of the intake valves utilize air passing through
intake valves are less
In comparison to exhaust valves, intake valves of diesel engines intake valves provide for stellite-coated valve seat intake valves is less than
14 16 D affected by the corrosive
may be fabricated from low-alloy steels because __________. self-centering during inserts which reduce the effective volume of
action of exhaust gases
seating wear air passing through
exhaust valves

provide a means of warn the engineer of low cool the crown sheet at open the burners'
14 17 B Fusible plugs are installed in fire-tube boilers to __________.
draining the boiler water level high firing rates electrical firing circuits
Friction developing between the moving parts of a governor, have excessive
react with insufficient fail to react to small remain in the neutral
14 18 B governor linkage and control valve will cause the governor to sensitivity to small speed
speed droop speed changes position
__________. changes

The governor, shown in the illustration, will have its preset speed the speeder spring the speed droop lever the compensating lever
14 19 B all of the above MO-0092
droop altered whenever __________. tension is changed fulcrum is changed fulcrum is changed

The governor shown in the illustration can produce shutdown of rotating the load limit lowering the pilot valve raising the actuating
14 20 A lowering the speeder rod MO-0092
the engine by __________. cam plunger compensation piston
Which of the bearings listed are most widely used for the main
14 21 C Roller Sleeve Precision insert Needle
and connecting rod bearings of a diesel engine?
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) permit the use of drain valves
connected through the located in the machinery
14 22 D for removing water or impurities from diesel engine fuel systems. self-closing gate valves operated electrically
tank top space
These valves must be __________.
Which of the following methods is normally used to lubricate
14 23 B Splash lubrication Pressure lubrication Sight feed lubricators Mechanical lubricators
bearings in a small high-speed diesel engine?
The auxiliary boiler feedwater level control shown in the two position differential proportional plus reset proportional plus reset
14 24 A proportional action MO-0047
illustration, utilizes __________. gap action action plus rate action

A loose crosshead plunger assembly in a metering or rapid wear on the damage to the stroke rapid wear on the damage to the pressure
14 25 C
proportioning pump will cause __________. connecting rod adjustment arm plunger packing compensator valve

The parts labeled 'I' and 'II', shown in the illustration are exhaust valve and intake intake valve and exhaust fuel atomizer valve and starting air valve and
14 26 A MO-0020
respectively called the __________. valve valve exhaust valve intake valve
right hand end of the oil pressure under the
As the load is being decreased on the engine controlled by the speeder rod will move pilot valve plunger will
14 27 A floating lever will move power piston will MO-0092
governor shown in the illustration, the __________. down move down
up increase
A large change in ambient temperature, or using an oil of a
viscosity different than the one recommended by the compensating needle compensating spring accumulator spring
14 28 B pilot valve opening
manufacturer in a mechanical hydraulic governor, will result in the valve tension tension
need to adjust the __________.
change the amount of
force the thrust bearing
Changing the position of the fulcrum in the compensating system change the speed of the stroke available to the change the stroke of the
14 29 C down on the flyweight MO-0092
of the governor shown in the illustration will __________. rotating bushing actuating compensating load limit shutdown lever
toes
piston
To check the setting of the overspeed trip on a diesel powered
14 30 A tachometer torsion meter dynamometer pony brake
generator, you would use a __________.
Turbo-generator turbine
14 31 A Which of the following is an example of a solid bearing? Piston pin bushing Spring bearing Thrust bearing
bearing
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require steel tubing
of the flareless nonbite have seal-welded
14 32 A connections and fittings used with diesel fuel oil systems, to be silver soldered have welded flanges
type threads
either flared or __________.
some of the oil used by some of the oil used by all of the oil used by the
In an auxiliary diesel engine bypass type lubricating oil system, all of the oil used by the
14 33 B the engine through a the engine through a engine through a
the main lube oil pump forces __________. engine through a filter
filter centrifuge centrifuge
 The shutdown servo
The engine will The safeguard provided
The pneumatic circuit shown in the illustration is part of a The engine will continue motor will develop a
automatically stop, by these devices will
complex control circuit for a large low speed diesel engine. How to operate; however, force overriding the the
14 34 C although there will be no result in a temporary MO-0117
will the operation of the engine be affected if the line from the restarting of the engine output of the governor,
difficulty in restarting the cessation of air flow
double check valve to the servo motor is severed? will be difficult. causing in the fuel to the
engine. through valve "D".
engine to be secured.

When oil pressure to

Valve D, when
valve C is diminished, a
The circuit shown is The piston labeled A depressed, allows the
The pneumatic circuit shown in the illustration is part of a pressure decrease is
used to shift the cam provides a low pressure retained pneumatic
14 35 C complex large low speed engine control system. Which of the developed at valve D, MO-0117
shaft position when signal to the other pressure within the shut-
following statements describes the function of this circuit? causing it to shift, and
reversing the engine. components illustrated. down servo motor to be
nullifying the actuating
relieved.
signal to device A.

In a naturally aspirated diesel engine, the volume of air intake is cylinder clearance
14 36 B compression ratio valve size fuel pressure
directly related to engine __________. volume

The braking unit The arrangement is used

The wye arrangement The reciprocating action
Which of the following statements describes the function of the prevents engine rotation to position the cam
provides variable of the device provides
14 37 D unit shown in the illustration as found on some medium speed by the engagement of shafts for the desired MO-0125
positioning of the intake prestart lubrication to the
diesel engines? brake splines into the direction of engine
port dampers. cylinder walls.
ends of the camshaft. rotation.

flows through a second-

In a bypass type filtering system for a medium or high speed returns directly to the returns directly to the flows to the engine
14 38 C stage strainer, reheater,
diesel engine, the lube oil bypassing the filter __________. suction side of the pump sump bearings
and returns to the sump

Two important considerations for the proper lubrication of a diesel

14 39 D engine include, the delivery of the oil in sufficient amount, and the cetane number pour point viscosity temperature quality of the oil
__________.
Friction, engine wear, and oil consumption in a diesel engine can
14 40 D acidity of the oil pour point of the oil flash point of the oil viscosity of the oil
be directly attributed to the __________.
In a diesel engine, the main bearings are used between the connecting rod and the wrist pin and the camshaft and the engine crankshaft and the
14 41 D
__________. crankshaft connecting rod block engine block
The replacement piping for diesel engine high pressure fuel
avoid unnecessary parts keep torsional vibration use existing supports maintain specified
14 42 D systems must be the same length and diameter as the original
inventory constant and braces injection characteristics
piping to __________.
Heat exchangers are most commonly found in a small auxiliary
14 43 D fuel oil system governing system air starting system lube oil system
diesel engine __________.

A 7 bar air supply

One signal is derived
pressure provides all The signals are
from the manually
The pneumatic, shut down circuit shown in the illustration is part three causative signals generated via the
operated valve "D", while
of a complex, large, low speed, engine speed control system and to the shut down manually actuated valve, None of the above is
14 44 C the other two are MO-0117
may be activated by three different signals. Which of the servomotor, with the the reversing servomotor correct.
generated by the main
following statements describes the points of origin? operating medium and the rotation direction
lube oil and cylinder
provided by the main safeguard system.
lubrication systems.
bearing lube oil supply.

primary means of
Diesel engine jacket water is used in the fresh water distillation coolant for the brine means of heating the
14 45 C coolant for the distillate producing a vacuum
process as the __________. cooler feedwater
within the distiller
 operate the valve gear
where a larger force is enable a total smaller
enable research and
Multiple concentric valve springs are often used with diesel normally required, but allow for easier valve valve spring force to
14 46 B development of cam
engine valves to __________. space limitations restrict replacement keep the valve tight on
contour to be simplified
the use of a single large its seat
spring
The RPM of "D" is 600 and hobbed with 46 teeth. If gears "A",
14 47 B "B", and "C" have 94, 80, and 30 teeth respectively, the RPM of 84.38 RPM 110.11 RPM 510.64 RPM 71.81 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
A controllable pitch propeller on a diesel driven vessel eliminates
14 48 C friction clutches disconnect clutches reversing gears reduction gears
the need for __________.
When the prime movers of two paralleled generators are
equipped with mechanical-hydraulic governors, and are operating pick up more of any pick up less of any share an equal amount drop an equal amount of
14 49 A
within their designed range, the unit with the least amount of increase in load increase in load of any increase in load any decrease in load
speed droop will __________.

The function of the device shown in the illustration is used to slide the camshafts to provide the engine with a change the directional eliminate the need for
14 50 C MO-0125
__________. insure proper lubrication braking device rotation of the engine mechanical interlocks

Which of the listed bearing installations is subjected to swinging

14 51 C Crankshaft journal Crankpin bearings Wrist pin bearings Thrust bearings
motion?

To prevent vibration damage to the fuel supply line of a diesel a short length of heavy a length of approved welded flange aluminum piping with
14 52 B
engine, you may use __________. duty clear plastic tubing flexible nonmetallic hose connections for all joints expansion loops

One advantage of vacuum feed type cylinder lubricators over the there are fewer moving adjustment is not a lower grade of oil may
14 53 C better metering accuracy
liquid sight glass type is __________. parts required be used
provide cooling water
Cooling water pumps driven by direct reversing diesel engines
flow when the engine is provide the greatest prevent pump clogging prevent cavitation at the
14 54 A are usually of the straight impeller vane type pump with a
running either ahead or pump efficiency from marine growth pump outlet
concentric housing to __________.
astern
The diesel engine component labeled "5", shown in the connecting rod end
14 55 D piston crown heat sink space thrust washer MO-0122
illustration is known as the __________. assembly
If the combustion control system of an automatically fired
high voltage on the
14 56 A auxiliary boiler fails to sustain burner ignition after a normal faulty photocell detector low steam pressure open air damper
ignition electrode
shutdown, you should check for a/an __________.

Concerning the diesel engine shown in the illustration, which of

14 57 B the following represents the number of crank angle degrees of 60° 120° 180° 240° MO-0038
rotation existing between each firing? (See illustration MO-0038.)

In the overrunning clutch shown in the illustration, if "A" were

14 58 B traveling faster than "B", the clutch is considered to be engaged disengaged worn out stripped MO-0034
__________.
"A" to drive "B" in the "B" to drive "A" when "B"
Regarding the overrunning clutch shown in the illustration, you "A" to travel in a "B" to drive "A" at any
14 59 D indicated direction of provides the power for MO-0034
would expect __________. direction opposite to "B" speed of "A" or "B"
rotation rotation
14 60 B The term 'PLAN/33,000' is equal to the __________. BMEP IHP BHP SHP
positive seating of the
Bearing 'crush' as applied to diesel engine main bearings, will above normal operating
14 61 A bearings in their damage to the journals damage to the bearings
result in __________. temperatures
housings
Which of the listed types of gasket material should be used on
14 62 D Fiberglass Sheet asbestos Neoprene Soft copper
high pressure fuel oil lines on a diesel engine?
 different type centrifuges
contaminants produced non-additive oils are
Motor vessels usually have independent lube oil systems for coolers are not needed are required for the main
14 63 B by the engine could used in the main engine
main engine and main reduction gears because __________. for the gear system engine and reduction
harm the reduction gears system
gear lube systems

In the engine shown in the illustration, the part labeled "W" is

14 64 A seawater air lube oil convection MO-0003
cooled by __________.
Clearance volume scavenging in a turbocharged, four- during the valve overlap with only the exhaust at a pressure below without cooling the
14 66 A
stroke/cycle diesel engine is accomplished __________. period valve open atmospheric cylinders or pistons
Mist detectors used on large low-speed and medium speed main
fuel oil vapor at the unburned fuel vapors in lube oil vapors in the lube oil vapors in the
14 67 C propulsion diesel engines monitor and check for the presence of
sludge tank vent the scavenge air receiver crank case engine room
__________.
Which of the following is the required operating medium for the Compressed air and lube
14 68 D Hydraulic oil Compressed air Lube oil and hydraulic oil MO-0125
reversing mechanism shown in the illustration? oil
The diesel engine wrist pin in the illustration is indicated by the
14 69 A "7" "G" "17" "S" MO-0122
component labeled __________.
The separator is used to
The water may be When the unit is secured
remove solids from the Water may only be
removed through the and the bowl stops
processed liquid, removed from the bowl
How may water be removed from the bowl of the separator as water drain valve or rotating, the water is
14 70 A therefore the when the unit is secured MO-0127
shown in the illustration? through the sludge ports drained off the bottom of
accumulation of water and the bowl hood is
during the sludge the bowl through orifice
does not present a removed.
discharge cycle. ports.
problem.
have its back forced
A main propulsion diesel engine crankshaft bearing lacking be lubricated more easily tend to rotate with the
14 71 C pound under load against the seat under
sufficient 'crush', will __________. than with sufficient crush journal
load
In the slow speed diesel engine shown in the illustration, the part high pressure lube oil
14 72 C low pressure lube oil line high pressure fuel line low pressure fuel line MO-0003
labeled "E" is the __________. line

14 73 C The part labeled "X" shown in the illustration is a __________. fuel line water line lube oil line control linkage MO-0003

The diesel engine shown in the illustration, which of the lettered

14 74 B Q W Y P MO-0003
parts listed is cooled by sea water?
Which of the bearings listed is most widely used for main and Poured babbitt, self-
14 75 D Steel-lined Split roller Precision insert
connecting rod bearings of modern diesel engines? aligning
deflect hot combustion
Directional intake ports in diesel engines are used to reduce air charge oppose the effects of
14 76 B induce air swirl gas away from the
__________. turbulence piston induced squish
valves
Before any work is to be carried out on a burner in an
block all control system allow the boiler to cool close all manually lock all safety interlock
14 77 C automatically fired auxiliary boiler, you should always
relays closed completely operated fuel valves switches closed
__________.
reduce gas flow prevent exhaust gas increase the rate of increase the rate of heat
14 78 D Generating tubes in waste heat boilers are finned to __________.
turbulence corrosion combustion transfer

reduce the water

If an operating auxiliary boiler has a water pH reading of 7, you treat the water with treat the water with
14 79 B bottom blow the boiler alkalinity to
should __________. caustic soda chemical scavengers
recommended readings

Which of the following conditions is responsible for the fuel oil to Expansion of the steam Expansion of the steam Expansion of the steam
14 80 A All of the above.
atomize when using a steam atomizer in an auxiliary boiler? in the furnace. in the whirling chamber. in the orifice plate.
 Diesel engine main and connecting rod precision bearings are
made in halves. Each half exceeds one-half the bearing
14 81 B clearance crush pitch thrust
circumference by a small amount. The small amount is termed
__________.
Fuel is admitted to a diesel engine cylinder through the
14 82 D intake valves carburetor exhaust ports injector nozzles
__________.
prevent sludge and dirty scrape oil and carbon
The piston rod scraper box incorporated in a two-stroke/cycle, eliminate the necessity prevent side thrust and
14 83 C oil from entering the deposits off the cylinder
crosshead diesel engine serves to __________. for an oil scraper ring cylinder scoring
crankcase walls

The large, slow-speed, main propulsion diesel engine shown in

14 84 A water oil diesel oil exhaust gas MO-0003
the illustration, the part labeled "B" contains __________.

The fitting labeled "A" for the device shown in the illustration is actuating oil supply
14 85 C shaft stopping system automatic stop solenoid pneumatic control circuit MO-0125
used to connect the reversing cylinder to the __________. system

The diesel engine connecting rods shown in the illustration are

14 86 B hook and nail fork and blade male and female left hand and right hand MO-0122
distinctively named __________.

The water under The water drain valve is

Activation of the drain The transducer detects
centrifugal force used primarily when the
valve occurs when the the presence of water in
developed within the bowl is flushed
associated increase of the processed oil. It
What activates the water drain valve (V5) of the separator as bowl acts upon the preceding a shut down
14 87 B oil pressure is sensed by then sends a signal to MO-0127
shown in the illustration? underside of the valve, period. Its opening is
the transducer, causing the controller which
overcoming the opposing the result of a pre-
the signal from the initiates the opening of
spring force, causing it to programmed memory
controller to decrease. the drain valve.
open. format.

A failure to any component of a flame safeguard control for an the prevention of an immediate furnace
14 88 A uncontrolled firing automatic restart
automatically fired auxiliary boiler, will result in __________. automatic restart explosion

When an auxiliary boiler is on the line, the output of the flame

lower than those at low
scanner can be checked by placing a microammeter in series higher than those at low lower than those at low
14 89 A equal to those at low fire fire, but the generated
with the photoelectric cell circuit. The readings on high fire fire fire
voltage will be higher
should be __________.
A feed pump for an auxiliary boiler might lose suction if the boiler steam demand is
14 90 B boiler water level is low feedwater is too hot feedwater is too cold
__________. low

The proper location for journal bearing oil grooves is in the region of the load as a side relief where the at the bottom of the halfway between bottom
14 91 B
__________. bearing surface two shells meet bearing and where shells meet

14 92 B The unit shown in the illustration is called a/an __________. combustion rod fuel injector interstage unloader governor relief valve MO-0041

How are hydraulic valve lash adjusters on diesel engine rocker Metered hydraulic oil
14 93 D Cup-fed grease Sealed self-lubricators Forced lube oil supply
arm assemblies lubricated? supply
Trunk-type diesel engine pistons are most effectively cooled by conducted through the conducted to water conducted through the losses to escaping
14 94 B
heat __________. engine block cooled cylinder walls piston crown exhaust gases
The amount of oil consumed by a return flow-type fuel difference between the
supply meter reading sum of the supply and
14 95 D atomization system, fitted with both supply and return meters, return meter reading only supply and return meter
only return meter readings
can be determined by the __________. readings
Which letter represents the scavenging air system nonreturn
14 96 A P Q W U MO-0003
valve in the illustration?
 The triple nozzle
Which of the following methods is used with a varying load on an An oil control valve in the The burner is cycled 'on' The ignition electrode is
assembly responds to a
14 97 B auxiliary boiler equipped with the burner assembly shown in the fuel return line controls and 'off' in response to fired from a step up MO-0098
low steam pressure
illustration? the combustion rate. boiler pressure. transformer.
signal from a pyrostat.
five air starting valves to
one (explosion relief) two engine driven lube
Main propulsion diesel engines having a bore exceeding 300 two independent means permit the admission of
14 98 C valve at the position of oil pumps capable of
mm are to have at least __________. of starting the engine starting air at any crank
each main crank throw parallel operation
angle
The water in a steaming auxiliary boiler should be tested daily for
14 99 B dissolved oxygen chlorides sludge dissolved nitrogen
__________.
The programmed control system of an automatic auxiliary boiler
the damper is not the damper is not fully oil pressure is not water pressure is not
14 101 A will terminate the light off process during the prepurge period if air
sufficiently open closed sensed sensed
flow is not sensed and __________.
The fuel injector shown in the illustration is opened by fuel
14 102 C part #33 part #36 the needle valve the plunger MO-0059
pressure acting upward on __________.
ensure proper
form a water seal prevent the escape of
Integral water jacket liners use O-rings near the bottom of the allow for slight temperature flow
14 103 C between the liner and lubricating oil from the
liner. These O-rings serve to __________. misalignment of the liner between the liner and
engine block crankcase
engine block
Telescopic pipes attached to the pistons of some large slow-
excessive crankcase excessive lube oil contamination of the contamination of the
14 104 C speed main propulsion diesel engines are designed to prevent
pressure temperature lube oil by water cooling water by lube oil
__________.
lower than raw water
Reduction gear lube oil temperatures for keel cooler installations lower than raw water higher than raw water identical to raw water cooled installations, but
14 105 B
are generally __________. cooled installations cooled installations cooled installations the pressure will be
higher
the fluid required to
the required quantity of
The cylinder labeled "B", in the illustration is used to retain oil used to lubricate a specific volume of air produce the
14 107 D grease to reduce MO-0125
__________. component "F" and an operating bladder reciprocation of
maintenance intervals
component "F"
Fork and blade type diesel engine connecting rods are shown in
14 108 C the illustration. Which letter combinations represent these "R" and "10" "M" and "13" "P" and "10" "T" and "10" MO-0122
components?

extremely detrimental to prevented by maintaining removed from emulsified

Microbiological growths in marine fuel are a common occurrence All of the above are
14 109 A equipment and operating proper storage fuel oil during the
that can be __________. correct.
processes temperatures centrifuging processes

The flame safeguard control system of a large automatic auxiliary

14 110 D water voltage fuel pressure steam pressure
boiler will provide fuel shut off in the case of high __________.

desirable, as it will desirable, as it will assist undesirable, since the undesirable, since the
A characteristic of a bearing material which permits small dirt
14 111 A prevent damage to the in keeping the lube oil embedded particles will particles will interfere
particles to become embedded in it's surface is __________.
journal surface filters clean score the journal with lube oil flow
The start of fuel oil injection into the cylinder of a four-
14 112 D intake stroke exhaust stroke power stroke compression stroke
stroke/cycle diesel engine occurs during the __________.
Lube oil pumps taking suction from the sump of most small positive displacement
14 113 C diaphragm type centrifugal type eductor type
marine engines are usually __________. type
A large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine uses sea
14 114 C cylinder heads exhaust valves scavenging air injectors
water to directly cool the __________.
 By regulating the Valve "D" will shift, no
Valve "D" will shift to the
The pressure switch, reduction of the 30 bar longer venting line 'cc',
position shown, with the
labeled as "C", will air pressure at device 30 bar air pressure is
The 7 bar control air supply shown in the illustration has failed. signal generated from
energize the automatic "B", the engine speed reduced by "B", and is
14 115 D Which of the following statements represents the automatic line 'ff' determining the MO-0118
shutdown circuitry, may be varied supplied to "A" for speed
action that will occur? speed of the engine, as
preventing any additional proportionally, operating control, and other
the signal is modified by
operating casualty. independently of any functions of lines 'cc' and
device "A".
other control. 'ff'.

In the diesel engine shown in the illustration, the purpose of the ensure one way air flow boost the scavenge air provide turbulence in the
14 116 B cool the scavenge air MO-0003
part labeled "P" is to __________. into the air header pressure scavenge air

The total starting air capacity required for reversible main engines
14 117 D six consecutive starts eight consecutive starts ten consecutive starts twelve consecutive starts
is to be sufficient for a least __________.

Stop the sliding Position the engine in

Place the engine in the movement of the the astern running
No oil level is maintained
Which of the following statements represents the proper ahead direction, add oil camshaft at midpoint, fill position, add oil to the
in this arrangement; the
14 118 C procedure for checking the oil levels in the reversing cylinders, in the ahead cylinder each cylinder to exactly ahead cylinder until it is MO-0125
unit operates with
labeled "B" and "C" shown in the illustration? until 3/4 full and repeat halfway, replace the fill 3/4 full and carry out the
compressed air only.
for the astern cylinder. plugs and check for opposite procedure for
leaks during testing. the astern cylinder.

The sample tube The water pipe is the The device delivers the
The inlet jumper directs
monitors the cylinder for mechanism in which the oil for piston cooling, in
14 119 D What is the function of component "13" shown in the illustration? cooling water to the MO-0122
evidence of piston 'shaker' method of piston addition to liner
cylinder liner.
blowby. cooling is accomplished. lubrication.

gases most detrimental

The light and medium fuels utilized in internal combustion lubrication for pistons food for microbiological
14 120 B to the ozone layer of the all of the above
engines provide a source of __________. and rings organisms
atmosphere

The submerged electrode low water cutoff used in some

touches the bottom of drops below the changes from low to high remains constant and
14 121 B automatically fired auxiliary boilers, will secure the burner fuel MO-0047
the electrode electrode tip level unvarying
supply if the boiler water level __________.
a spring-loaded pressure timing gears keyed to
14 122 A Most fuel injection nozzles are opened by __________. fuel oil pressure a cam operated follower
plate the crankshaft
The lube oil pump used in a diesel engine is normally a
14 123 D volute pump centrifugal pump diaphragm pump gear pump
__________.
The boiler water alkalinity in a coil-type auxiliary boiler should be
precipitate silica from reduce corrosion in the prevent clogging and maintain zero water
14 124 B maintained at the pH recommended by the boiler manufacturer to
solution heating coil erosion in the coil hardness
__________.
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require the controls for
fuel oil shutoff due to low voltage in the flame
14 125 A automatically fired auxiliary boilers, must be fitted with visible high boiler water level high steam pressure
flameout scanner circuit
indicators to signal __________.
multi-directional relief
14 126 B The device shown in the illustration is a __________. three-way spring valve hydraulic lash adjuster valve stem spring cap MO-0070
valve
When a waste heat boiler is installed in the exhaust of a main
at high loads to prevent at low loads to prevent during periods of high when the turbocharger is
14 127 B propulsion diesel engine, the exhaust gas bypass would be used
overheating corrosion in the boiler steam demand in operation
__________.
 Oxygen is liberated by
Oxygen is liberated in
How is the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the feedwater of Feedwater is cycled Feedwater is treated with maintaining the highest
14 128 D the three-stages of
an auxiliary boiler maintained at acceptable limits? through a DC heater. phosphates. practical feedwater
feedwater preheating.
temperature.

Fuels as produced in a refinery are generally sterile, however, transported to the All of the above are
14 129 D stored at the refinery stored on the vessel
contamination can occur as fuels are __________. distribution sites correct.

Which of the listed types of control systems is required by Coast

Flame safeguard control Programming control
14 130 D Guard Regulations (46 CFR) for large automatic auxiliary boiler Limit control system All of the above
system system
heating equipment?

Lower half of the

Lower half of the piston
Which bearing half will receive the greatest load in a two- connecting rod bearing Upper half of the main All bearing halves share
14 131 C pin bearing in the
stroke/cycle diesel engine? at the crankshaft end of bearing. an equal load.
connecting rod.
the rod.

Injection pressure in a common rail fuel system is controlled by varying the fuel pump varying the injector
14 132 D engine speed a bypass valve
__________. piston stroke needle valve clearance

Maximum lube system operating pressure for a diesel engine is orifice in the pump pressure drop through
14 133 D special filter design relief valve
normally regulated by a/an __________. suction the filter

An independent means
Which of the following is necessary for all waste heat boiler A means to control of Installation of a powered Installation of a
14 134 A to prevent feedwater
installations, regardless of design or manufacturer? evaporation circulating booster pump superheater
contamination

The circuit will prevent Only the limit switch Jacking gear interaction The engagement of the
What effect will the engaged jacking gear have on the operation the engagement and operation will be affected with the pneumatic jacking gear will prohibit
14 135 D MO-0118
of the pneumatic circuit shown in the illustration? operation of the jacking if the jacking gear handle control circuit is not used any useful operation of
gear. is moved excessively. in this system. the system.

approximately equal to
A naturally aspirated diesel engine at full throttle will have an slightly less than constantly decreasing as
14 136 A exhaust manifold that is widely fluctuating
intake manifold pressure __________. atmospheric pressure engine load increases
pressure at all times
When replacing tubes in a water-tube auxiliary boiler, to eliminate fitted with a welded rolled, beaded, and seal
stress relieved to ensure annealed to prevent
14 137 D the possibility of leaks at the tube seats, the replacement tubes backing ring in the seat welded around the bead
expansion when rolled cracking when rolled
should be __________. area edge

Roller "G" develops an The blocking roller,

The roller "G" is
The blocking controller output pressure at fitting utilizing spring force and
incorporated into the
assists in maintaining "H", directly proportional engine oil pressure,
14 138 D What is the function of component "G" shown in the illustration? device to reduce the MO-0125
the reversing control in to the rate of maintains the reversing
frictional forces acting
its end positions. reciprocation of control in its two end
upon component "F".
component "D". positions.

When changing the oil in If sludge buildup on the

If the operating oil level
an operating engine, it bottom of the pan
of the engine is
may become necessary becomes excessive, it
Item "17" in the illustration is the dipstick. When should the In most situations this consistently below
14 139 A to use a longer stick to will become necessary MO-0122
length of the dipstick be changed? would never be done. normal, it will be
obtain the exact location to shorten the dipstick to
necessary to use a
of the oil level at all accommodate for the
longer dip stick.
times. false oil level reading.

In order for microbiological growths to thrive in a fuel tank it is small amounts of water electrolysis to be
14 140 C vanadium to be present low temperatures to exist
necessary for __________. to be present occuring
 It turns with the shaft
Which of the statements represents a characteristic of the thrust It is stationary and the It is turned by the base It is held in position by
14 141 A and the pivot shoes do
collar in a Kingsbury thrust bearing? shoes turn with the shaft. ring of the bearing. the bearing base ring.
not rotate.

ensure penetration and ensure the needle valve allow combustion gas prevent reflected
During the fuel injection period, fuel pressure must exceed
14 142 A distribution of the fuel in is flushed clean during blowback into the open pressure waves when
cylinder gas pressure to __________.
the combustion chamber each injection needle valve the needle valve closes

The output pressure of a diesel engine lube oil pump is regulated variable speed pump orifice in the lube oil
14 143 A relief valve metering valve
by a/an __________. drive header

Automatic combustion control systems for some auxiliary boilers

14 144 C low fuel pressure fuel return pressure low steam pressure furnace air pressure
are designed to cycle burners on in response to __________.

The overspeeding of the diesel engine driving an electric excessive exhaust

14 145 C low voltage trip to trip reverse power trip to trip damage to windings
generator could cause __________. temperatures
decrease in fuel
An increase in the air inlet manifold pressure of a diesel engine decrease in maximum decrease in exhaust
14 146 C increase in ignition lag consumption per
will result in a/an __________. cylinder pressure manifold pressure
horsepower-hour
give warning that
It is desirable for an auxiliary boiler safety valve to pop open and excessive boiler prevent wire drawing of provide sufficient
14 147 B prevent valve pounding
reseat firmly to __________. pressure has been the disc and seat blowdown
reached

Coast Guard Regulation (46 CFR) requires that after undergoing

extensive repairs, an auxiliary boiler, with a maximum allowable
14 148 C 75 psig (514.86 kPa) 80 psig (549.18 kPa) 90 psig (617.83 kPa) 120 psig (823.77 kPa)
working pressure of 60 psig (411.89 kPa), should be
hydrostatically tested at a pressure of __________.

provide sufficient air in

The purpose of the programmed purge cycle on an automatically cool the furnace to remove explosive vapors evaporate accumulated
14 149 B the furnace to allow
fired auxiliary boiler is to __________. prevent preignition from the furnace unburned fuel oil
ignition of the fuel
An auxiliary boiler equipped with a return flow fuel atomization constant fuel combustion constant fuel return variable fuel supply variable fuel return
14 150 D
system, has a __________. rate pressure temperature pressure
The leveling plates in a Kingsbury thrust bearing are held in
14 151 C lock wires buttons or pivots dowels and pins pivoted segments
position by __________.

changing filter elements filtering occurs twice in dropping pressure is half

For a continuous operation diesel engine, a duplex filter unit
14 152 A would not interrupt each pass of oil through clogging will not occur of that through a single
would be the best arrangement because __________.
engine operation the system filter unit

Which of the following devices controls the discharge flow rate of

A pressure regulating
14 153 C an attached, positive displacement, rotary gear, diesel engine, A pressure relief valve The engine speed An orifice
valve
lube oil pump?
The expansion tank for a diesel engine closed cooling system is allow for an increase in
reduce water
14 154 D designed to maintain a constant head on the system and reduce water turbulence provide an air cushion water volume as the
temperature
__________. engine warms up
The transformation of The output of device "A",
Throttle signal
the signal takes place as Design charateristics of under specific
transformations occur
The line 'bb' shown in the illustration represents the signal from the check valve ball the emergency control conditions, blocks the
during transient
14 155 D the throttle. Which of the following statements describes how the dithers in its annular air supply will only permit output signal from the MO-0118
conditions as the
output of device "A" is able to transform the signal? space to continuously regulated blending of the throttle, and in practice
medium flows through
develop downstream two signals. becomes the controlling
device "A".
changes. signal.
From the engine data given in the illustration, what is the full load
14 156 B 7.66 psi 15.22 psi 45.70 psi 50.00 psi MO-0004
air manifold pressure?
 The reversing unit is
The horizontal
always used in
movement of the piston
The linearly measured The pneumatic forces conjunction with a
is transmitted by levers
movement of the required to operate the controllable pitch
Which of the following statements describes the action of the to the camshafts, with
14 157 C camshaft is equal to the device are dependent propeller, permitting MO-0125
unit shown in the illustration? the control piston
movement of the control upon the speed of the greater astern power
movement being greater
piston. engine. than the sole use of a
than the camshaft
controllable pitch
movement.
propeller.
line of maximum line of maximum
14 158 C Line "P" in the illustration is the __________. exponential line propeller curve MO-0126
horsepower efficiency

Microbiological infection
The necessary nutrients
Heavy fuels are does not affect marine
Most heavy fuels contain that the organisms feed
subjected to better fuel but rather the
Why are heavy fuels not usually prone to the problems of chemicals which prevent on are in a more
14 159 D refining processes which personnel who are
microbiological infection? the growth of fungi and complex form and not
prevent the formation of involved with the
other bacteria. available for microbial
these growths. handling, storage and
degradation.
purification of the fuel.

Heavy soot accumulations in an auxiliary boiler could be caused improper burner

14 160 D water in the fuel oil excessive cycling high fuel oil pressure
by __________. maintenance
the bearing pictured is
The bearing shown in the illustration is designed to carry thrust
14 161 B left to right only right to left only in either direction not designed to carry MO-0001
when applied __________.
thrust
To minimize corrosion, fuel oil strainer disks, spacers and monel metal or stainless
14 162 D brass copper iron
scraper blades are made of __________. steel
In a diesel engine, maximum lube oil system pressure is the capacity of the lube the speed of the lube oil the outlet pressure of the
14 163 D a relief valve
normally controlled by __________. oil pump pump lube oil pump

Reduces the likelihood Provides a low pressure

Which of the following statements describes the function of an Maintains a constant
14 164 D of air or steam pockets point for the addition of All of the above.
expansion tank in a diesel engine cooling system? head on the system.
formation. makeup cooling water.

Prior to lighting off a cold automatically fired auxiliary boiler, you check and regulate the close the air cock once preheat the diesel oil to tighten the steam stop to
14 165 A
should __________. water level fires are lit assist atomization prevent steam leakage

collected in the lower passes through the

returned to the lower automatically dumped
Within the cycle of a forced circulation auxiliary water-tube portion of the steam domestic heating system
drum via downcomers into auxiliary feed heater
14 166 A boiler, part of the water flashes into steam, and the remaining hot accumulator for return line steam traps to
due to density difference and reheated by auxiliary
water is __________. recirculation back to the the auxiliary feed supply
for reheating exhaust back pressure
heating coil or water tank tank

Ignition failure in an automatically controlled auxiliary boiler could carbon deposits on the
14 167 A high fuel oil temperature low fuel oil viscosity high steam pressure
be caused by __________. flame scanner
regulate maximum
purge the unit of non- add de-scaling
14 168 A Device '27' shown in the illustration is used to __________. vacuum during normal relieve excess pressure MO-0111
condensable gases chemicals as needed
operation

unevaporated feedwater all generated steam is heated water flashes to response to steam
14 169 A In a coil-type auxiliary water-tube circulation boiler __________. collects in the bottom of recirculated through steam in the boiler demand is slower than in
the flash chamber heating coils in the boiler heating coils a fire-tube boiler
 One method of constructing large marine diesel engines and casting interlocking welding plates to form forging integral case hardening integral
14 170 B
reducing the total engine frame weight is through __________. components sections for assembly components components

On a large diesel engine installation, crankshaft axial alignment is main shaft flexible
14 171 B piston rod guides engine thrust bearing crosshead bearing
maintained by the __________. coupling

relieve excess fuel

Regarding the fuel injector shown in the illustration, the purpose maintain fuel pressure at adjust the fuel rack
14 172 A filter the fuel pressure to the suction MO-0059
of piece No. 38 is to __________. a preset level spring tension
side of the pump

The oil temperature is The oil pressure is less The oil pressure is The oil flow control valve
Which of the following statements is true concerning an oil
14 173 C less than the cooling than the cooling water greater than the cooling is always installed in the
cooler?
water temperature. pressure. water pressure. oil input line.

The device allowing for the change in volume of the cooling water
fresh water expansion sea water expansion thermostatic expansion jacket water cooler
14 174 A in a propulsion diesel engine closed cooling system is the
tank tank valve accumulator
__________.
The pneumatic circuit shown in the illustration is part of a control
bridge tachometer the proportional offset of emergency clutching
14 175 C system used with large low speed diesel engines. The main engine speed MO-0118
variations the throttle signal operations
arrangement may be used to control __________.

last part of the exhaust

Scavenging in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine occurs during the last part of the intake early part of the injection early part of the power
14 176 A stroke, and the first part
__________. stroke only stroke only stroke
of the intake stroke

Which of the following conditions would NOT be considered as a

Operation of vessel in Incorrect fuel pump Minimal marine growth Damaged propeller
14 177 C reason for the diesel engine to operate in the area indicated by MO-0126
shallow water settings on hull blades and hub
letter "B" shown in the illustration?
A dirty atomizer sprayer plate in the burner of an auxiliary boiler, carbon on the register a dazzling white fluctuating pressure in an unevenly shaped
14 178 D
would be indicated by __________. doors atomizer flame the windbox burner flame
The color of the exhaust from a diesel engine should be
14 179 A clear hazy light brown hazy light blue hazy light grey
__________.

A temperature sensing The stack relay actuates The stack relay secures
Which of the following actions takes place in the control circuit of The high limit control
device opens the circuit the low limit control power to the high voltage
14 180 B an automatically fired auxiliary boiler when the desired steam secures power to the
breaker in the burner which breaks the ignition side of the ignition
pressure is obtained? entire oil firing system.
motor. circuit. transformer.

In a large, slow-speed, main propulsion diesel engine, which of

14 181 D Bed plate Column Entablature Tie rod
the parts listed is under tension when the engine is running?

permitted, provided they required, if there are no not required, provided

Coast Guard Regulations regarding diesel fuel oil systems,
14 182 A are fitted with caps or separators installed on there is a high and low strictly prohibited
valves for removing water or impurities are __________.
plugs board tank suction
The lube oil cooler is located after the lube oil filter in order for the filter to operate more the lube oil cooler to be positive lube oil pump galvanic action in the
14 183 A
__________. efficiently bypassed suction to be assured cooler to be minimized
The highest pressure in any closed diesel engine freshwater cooling water pump
14 184 D jacket water outlet expansion tank inlet heat exchanger inlet
cooling system is at the __________. outlet

The valve with finite
positioning is used to
What is the primary purpose of the pneumatic component shown segregate terminal
14 185 D 'zero', the output of the
in the illustration? signals originated by the
governor whenever the
throttle is repositioned.
If the throttle is manually
If the locking handle is in moved from its 'zero'
The indicated valve
any position other than position, the resulting
prevents transmission of
effect will tend to MO-0119
transient signals to the
pneumatic valve will override the output of the
governor speeder spring.
equal the input. governor, and secure the
air to the control circuit.

Air scavenging of the cylinder shown in the illustration, begins

14 186 B 2 and 3 3 and 4 4 and 5 5 and 6 MO-0025
between figures __________.
Assuming the load
The engine may be Ideally the engine should indicator reads 90% and
Operation within area "B"
operated in any area of be operated in area "A", the engine speed is at
The diagram shown in the illustration may be used to determine is permitted for extended
the diagram provided however, it is 80% the engine can be
14 187 C the proper operation of the engine. Which of the following time periods provided no MO-0126
steps are taken to permissible to operated until
statements represents an accurate interpretation of the diagram? changes are made to the
reposition the load intermittently operate the maintenance
air intake system.
indicator. engine in area "B". requirements become
apparent.
at 70 percent of the while underway and at 70 percent of the
Concerning diesel propelled vessels, the astern power is to equal to that available for
14 188 B ahead rpm at rated under all normal ahead rpm of average
provide for continuous operation astern __________. ahead operation
speed conditions continous sea speed
Throttling a burner air register on an auxiliary boiler could result in decreased fuel improved fuel
14 189 A smoky boiler operation fewer soot deposits
__________. consumption combustion
A burner producing black smoke in an automatic auxiliary boiler, incorrect electrode grounded high tension incorrect primary air
14 190 D defective solenoid valve
would be caused by a/an __________. setting lead setting

In the large, slow-speed diesel engine frame shown in the

14 191 B crosshead guide rails tie rods entablature column MO-0002
illustration, firing forces are absorbed by the ___________,

the lessened chance of

The main advantage of unit injectors over other fuel injection the lack of high pressure their relatively low reduced wear of spray
14 192 A fuel leaks into the engine
systems is __________. fuel lines injection pressures orifices
sump
Which action should be taken when an auxiliary boiler in is Clean all electrical Lift the relief valves by Inspect and clean all Inspect for oil and water
14 193 D
operation? connections. hand. solenoid valves. leaks.
Failure of the burner flame in an automatic auxiliary boiler would broken high tension incorrect electrode full fuel pressure at the
14 194 A water in the fuel oil
probably be a result of __________. leads setting nozzle
If the flame of an automatically fired auxiliary boiler tends to adjust damper linkage to adjust damper linkage to adjust the photocell to
decrease the fuel
14 195 B move away from the burner tip when the firing rate is changed slow the opening rate of lengthen the purge observe the new flame
pressure
from low to high, you should __________. the dampers period position
In a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the process of scavenging piston nears and passes latter part of the early part of the
14 196 B piston passes BDC
begins as the __________. TDC downstroke downstroke

Which of the following procedures decreases the total dissolved Hydrazine treatment of
14 197 D Frequent compounding Chemical cleaning Bottom blowing
solids concentration in the water of an auxiliary boiler? condensate

If the fire goes out in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler and

overpressure and dry a severe furnace spalling damage to the heat damage to the
14 198 B the burner continues to supply fuel, there is a potential danger of
firing explosion brickwork atomizer
__________.
Improper maintenance of an automatic auxiliary boiler oil burner increased feedwater decreased boiler
14 199 D fuel pump failure fan motor failure
could result in __________. consumption efficiency
The bearings used to support the crankshaft are generally called
14 200 C line shaft bearings connecting rod bearings main bearings support bearings
__________.
 In the diesel engine illustrated, what part is under compression
14 201 B Tie rod Piston rod Piston rod nut Lubrication telescopes MO-0003
when firing is taking place in a particular cylinder?

Which of the fuel systems listed combines the injection pump

14 202 B Common rail Unit injector Air injection Hydraulic governing
and the injection nozzle in one housing?
With respect to the flow of lubricating oil through a diesel engine,
allow filtration of less decrease the pressure
14 203 D the lube oil coolers are located after filters in order to improve overall filtration all of the above
viscous oil drop across the filter
__________.
In any diesel engine closed freshwater cooling system, the cooling water pump expansion tank
14 204 D jacket water outlet heat exchanger outlet
lowest pressure exists at the __________. outlet atmospheric vent
The throttle is set too
The vessel is propelled by a large, low speed, diesel engine, and high for starting
The circuit breakers for The operator of the The air supply may be
it is discovered during the starting procedures that there is an purposes, causing the
the starting air engine has failed to interrupted due to the
14 205 C insufficient amount of air pressure available to the pneumatic spring positioned overide MO-0119
compressors have been reopen the main air start incorrect position of the
controls. Which of the following statements represents the interlock to admit control
opened. valve. fuel control lever.
probable cause for this condition? air to the engine cutout
device.
Maintaining the lowest possible scavenging air temperature at all
air charge density piston crown surfaces formation of excessive compression pressure
14 206 C times is not recommended due to the possibility of the
becoming too high becoming too cold quantities of condensate being greatly reduced
__________.

Which of the following conditions will cause the engine to operate Damaged propeller
14 207 D Fouled hull Inclement weather None of the above MO-0126
in area "A" of the diagram shown in the illustration? blades

hydraulic nuts as
The nuts of main bearings, connecting rod bolts and all other cotter pins made of split pins or other
14 208 C hardened steel nut locks commonly found on
moving parts are to be secured by __________. spring steel effective means
large low speed engines

14 209 D Most type(s) of microbiological growths in fuel are __________. bacteria fungi yeasts All of the above

by simulation only to
In accordance with Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), water every time the boiler is lit
prevent possible boiler with a stop watch to by slowly lowering the
14 210 D level controls utilized in a small automatically fired auxiliary off after an extended lay
damage due to a low verify shutdown times boiler water level
heating boiler, shall be tested __________. up period
water condition

After a normal, or safety shutdown, automatic combustion control

electric charge to buildup
14 211 A systems for an auxiliary boiler are designed to prevent the furnace to be repurged fuel pump to restart drum level to stabilize
in the igniter
immediate refiring of a burner in order for the __________.

In a unit injector, an upper helix and lower helix are machined in facilitating plunger positioning the control accurate metering of the
14 212 C eliminating injection lag
the lower part of the plunger for __________. rotation sleeve fuel oil
Passages are drilled in the crankshafts of diesel engines to
14 213 D main bearings connecting rod bearings piston pin bushings All of the above
provide lubricating oil to the __________.
The outlet from an expansion tank of a closed freshwater cooling cylinder head water heat exchanger inlet jacket water pump
14 214 D cylinder jacket inlet main
system should be piped to the __________. outlet header connection suction line
It is necessary to
The linkage to the shut
disconnect the shuttle
The governor should be The engine speed can down servomotor and
The governor utilized with the device shown in the illustration valve from the throttle
replaced with one that be controlled using the the governor output shaft
has become inoperative while the vessel is underway at sea. lever horizontal bar, in
14 215 C has been proven to be fuel control lever without must be disconnected in MO-0119
Which of the following statements describes what action should order to effectively jump
useful in isochronous changing the position of order to operate the
be taken? out the pneumatic
applications. the maximum fuel stop. engine via the fuel
engine enable control
control lever.
circuit.
 The intake valves in a diesel engine are reseated by
14 216 D cam followers push rods combustion gases valve springs
__________.
Which letter represents the top deck (valve) cover of the engine None of the above are
14 217 A "A" "H" "8" MO-0122
shown in the illustration? correct.
When preparing to light off a cold boiler equipped with a return directly to the fuel oil
back to the fuel oil settler back to the suction side
14 218 C flow fuel oil system, the recirculating valve directs the flow of oil heater inlet for further directly to the deep tanks
for further filtration of the service pump
__________. warm-up

Small amounts of moisture are necessary to trigger the growth of

humidity and improper tank washing
14 219 D microbiological organisms found in some marine fuels. Some tank surface leakage All of the above
condensation procedures
sources of water contamination are __________.

Which of the following conditions will cause only one of the

Loss of the forced draft A faulty coil in one of the
14 220 D burner solenoid valves to close on an automatically fired, two Low boiler water level High boiler water level
fan solenoid valves
burner unit, auxiliary boiler?
accept most of the
stiffen the bedplate in mount the engine frame
tensile loading that
The main function of tie rods in the construction of large, low way of the main bearings securely to the hull to connect the crosshead
14 221 B results from the firing
speed diesel engines is to __________. to increase the engine's prevent shaft coupling solidly to the piston rod
forces developed during
longitudinal strength misalignment
operation
Which of the listed types of fuel injectors is shown in the
14 222 A Unit injector Reverse scroll Air injection Pintle type MO-0059
illustration?
On most modern diesel engines, the main and connecting rod
14 223 D banjo feed splash feed gravity feed pressure feed
bearings receive their lubricating oil by __________.
The expansion tank in a diesel engine closed freshwater cooling the highest point in the the lowest point in the or near the floor plate
14 224 A or near the tank top level
system is located at __________. system system level
The burner assembly on an automatically fired auxiliary boiler
changing fuel oil return changing the speed of a varying air pressure
14 225 B fitted with variable capacity, pressure atomizing burners, cycling on and off
pressure rotary cup supplied to the nozzle
maintains steam pressure by __________.
When accumulated carbon at the air inlet ports of a two- particles becoming
14 226 A stroke/cycle diesel engine is being removed, you should take entering the cylinder lodged under the intake entering the water jacket particles entering lube oil
care to avoid carbon __________. valves

While an auxiliary boiler is operating at design load, which of the

More burners will be The registers will open The fuel oil valve and air The steam flow will be
14 227 C following actions will occur if the automatic combustion control
lighted off. fully. damper will open wider. automatically regulated.
system detects a steam pressure drop?

According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), when an

The fuel valve should be The purge cycle should The fuel oil pump should
14 228 A automatically fired boiler has a flameout, which of the following An alarm should ring.
de-energized. begin. stop.
actions should occur FIRST?

passes through the passes through the leaves the burner as a leaves the burner as a
A sprayer plate used in a return flow fuel oil atomizer is correctly whirling chamber before tangential slots before straight stream until straight stream until
14 229 B
installed if the oil __________. passing through the passing through the mixed with the primary mixed with the swirling
tangential slots whirling chamber flow of combustion air atomizing steam

In the water level electrode assembly, shown in the illustration,

14 230 C the feed pump should restart when the level of the water reaches E B C D MO-0047
the position indicated by arrow '____'.
The dashed lines shown in the illustration, labeled "Y", represents
14 231 C cooling water lines telescopic oil lines tie rods fuel oil lines MO-0003
the __________.
A unit type fuel injector is used on a diesel engine to produce the proper fuel
14 232 D meter the fuel atomize the fuel all of the above
__________. oil pressure
 Lubricating systems for diesel engines are usually designed to
14 233 B camshaft bearings main bearings piston crowns cylinder walls
initially provide lube oil to the engine __________.

14 234 D What type of bearing is shown in the illustration? Collar bearing Kingsbury thrust bearing Axial/radial bearing Michell bearing MO-0120

"B" is the camshaft and "T" is the camshaft and "G" is the main camshaft "B" is the camshaft and
Which of the following represents the diesel engine camshaft
14 235 D it rotates at one half of its speed equals drive and rotates at its rpm will match that of MO-0122
shown in the illustration and its relative rotating speed?
the crankshaft speed. crankshaft speed. crankshaft speed. the flywheel.

If the valve tappets in a diesel engine are set at greater

fail to open when the fail to open at normal
14 236 A clearances than those specified by the engine manufacturer, open late and close early open late and close late
engine is cold operating temperature
those valves will __________.
water entering the
excessive oil leakage
Regarding a Diesel engine crankcase, the general arrangement free entry of air to the crankcase while engine subcooling internal
14 237 A during periods of
and installation should preclude the possibility of __________. crankcase washdowns are being components
increased blowby
performed
remain unchanged
increase in direct decrease if bleaches are
The growth rate of microbiological organisms as found in some provided complete
14 238 A proportion to an increase added to the fuel on a All of the above
fuel supplies will __________. consumption of the fuel
in temperature regular basis
occurs monthly
The water in an auxiliary boiler should be chemically tested daily
14 239 C soap hardness nitrogen content chloride content dissolved CO2
for alkalinity and __________.

The primary function of a flame safeguard system, as used on an accidental dry firing and uncontrolled fires in the explosions in the boiler overheating of the
14 240 C
automatically fired auxiliary boiler, is to prevent __________. overpressure furnace furnace pressure parts

prevents spark removes combustible determines the level of provides inert gas
14 241 B A diesel engine crankcase ventilation system __________.
generation gases combustible gases generation in crankcase

Which of the fuel injection systems listed uses a spring loaded

14 242 C differential spray needle valve and an individual pump for each Common-rail injection Air injection Jerk pump injection Distributor injection
cylinder?
the maximum bearing
bearing pressure in a bearing pressure in a two-stroke/cycle diesel
Proper lubrication of the main bearings is more easily obtained in pressure is higher in a
four-stroke/cycle single two-stroke/cycle single engines require more
14 243 A a single acting four-stroke/cycle diesel engine than in a single single acting two-
acting diesel engine is acting diesel engine is complicated lubrication
acting two-stroke/cycle diesel engine because __________. stroke/cycle diesel
continually reversed continually reversed piping
engine

The interior of some diesel engine saltwater heat exchangers are

14 244 D aluminum plates lead cathodes copper baffle plates sacrificial zincs
protected from corrosion by the use of __________.

The devices labeled "1" and "2" shown in the illustration are starting gear and
14 245 D slinger ring and lip seal jacking ring and indicator flywheel and indicator MO-0120
properly termed the __________. shrouding
Increasing the valve clearance between a valve stem and rocker staying open for a staying open for a longer
14 246 C closing later opening sooner
arm, will result in the valve __________. shorter period of time period of time

convert rotational energy open the exhaust valves

The diesel engine rocker arms shown in the illustration serve to open the intake and operate the exhaust and
14 247 D to reciprocating and operate the unit MO-0122
__________. exhaust valves starting valves
pressures injectors

Internal combustion engine crankcase vent outlets must be corrosion resistant flame dipsticks for measuring crankcase ventilation
14 248 B hinged rain guards
equipped with __________. screens oil levels fans
 increase exhaust gas reduce accumulations of
The purpose of designing some waste heat boilers with sinuous eliminate exhaust gas increase the rate of heat
14 249 D velocity through the carbon deposits on the
fire tubes, is to __________. pulsations and noise transfer to the waterside
boiler heat transfer surfaces

The amount of chloride content in the water of an auxiliary boiler adding a sulfite chloride
14 250 B adding hydrazine blowing down the boiler adding phenolphthalein
can be reduced by __________. scavenger
Increases the sludge Prevents the
What function is provided by the crankcase ventilation system on Improves lube oil Improves cold weather
14 251 B forming tendency of lube accumulation of
some diesel engines? cooling. starting.
oil. combustible gases.
Fuel injection pumps using the port and helix metering principle lapped plunger and
14 252 B crosshatched design variable stroke variable cam lift
requires the use of a __________. barrel
Lubricating oil is supplied to the crankpin bearings in a marine internal crankshaft
14 253 A immersion in oil splash lubrication injection lubrication
diesel engine by __________. passages
reduce electrolytic action prevent rapid provide a protective
Sacrificial zinc anodes are used on the saltwater side of diesel keep heat transfer
14 254 A on heat exchanger accumulation of marine coating on heat
engine heat exchangers to __________. surfaces shiny and clean
metals growth exchanger surfaces
The fuel supply system to an automatic auxiliary boiler, will salinity is abnormally steam demand is too water level is abnormally
14 255 C feedwater flow is low
automatically shutdown if the boiler __________. high high low

It serves to cool It condenses the vapors It removes sensible heat It serves to boil off
14 256 B What is the function of device "B" shown in the illustration? MO-0110
incoming feedwater. formed in section "G". from the jacket water. incoming feedwater.

The safety valve escape All handhole/manhole

In readying an auxiliary water-tube boiler for a routine hydrostatic piping should be covers should be
The boiler vent valves
14 257 B test, which of the following procedures should be undertaken disconnected from the tightened up as much All of the above.
should be opened.
prior to filling the boiler with fresh water? valve body and a blank as possible to preclude
inserted. any leaks.

Constant capacity pressure atomizing fuel oil burners installed on responding to the boiler regulating the fuel oil
automatically increasing automatically cycling the
14 258 B automatically fired auxiliary boilers, respond to variations in load high and low water level service pump discharge
the fuel/air ratio burner on and off
demand by __________. limit switches pressure

Which of the following conditions could cause the feed pump for Increased suction head Decreased feedwater Pump recirculating line Excessive feedwater
14 259 D
an auxiliary boiler to lose suction? pressure temperature being open too much temperature
only before, or
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) specify that the fuel oil
simultaneously with, the after the fuel oil valve after a prepurge of not before the trial for
14 260 A ignition system, on a small automatically fired auxiliary boiler,
opening of the fuel oil opens less than 10 seconds ignition period
shall be energized __________.
valve
The crankcases of many diesel engines are kept under a slight increase the air charge reduce the risk of
14 261 C improve fuel economy all of the above
vacuum to __________. velocity explosion

the same, whether at adjusted during each

The rate of cylinder lubricating oil metered to each cylinder of a higher at sea than while lower at sea than while
14 262 C sea, or during hour of operation while
large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine is __________. maneuvering maneuvering
maneuvering at constant RPM

On a medium-speed main propulsion diesel engine, the crankpin

drilled passages in the
14 263 D or crank journal bearings receive lubricating oil from a spindle lubricator an oil jet internal splashing
crankshaft
__________.
The amount of oil atomized by the return flow variable capacity
amount of air admitted to oil pressure in the oil quantity of oil delivered proportioning device in
14 264 B atomizer, used with some automatically fired boilers, is controlled
the atomizer return line by the service pump the atomizer fuel valve
by the __________.

An automatically fired auxiliary boiler is required by Coast Guard

14 265 B low boiler pressure low water level wide flame cone angle high fuel oil pressure
Regulations (46 CFR) to be shutdown as a result of __________.
 Fins are installed on the generating tube surfaces in waste heat prevent soot fires in the prevent exhaust gas increase the velocity of increase the rate of heat
14 267 D
boilers to __________. exhaust system erosion of the tubes exhaust gas flow transfer
Subtracting the return flow meter reading from the supply flow
discharged from the
14 268 B meter reading on a boiler equipped with a return flow fuel oil circulated by the system burner throughput returned to the settler
pump
system, determines the amount of oil __________.
The amount of fuel oil atomized by a return flow oil burner is
14 269 D header supply valve burner root valve oil micrometer valve fuel oil back pressure
directly controlled by the __________.
In a fire-tube auxiliary boiler, you should expect to find the
14 270 A crown sheet through stays hydrokineter belly plug
thickest scale on the waterside of the __________.

piston type vacuum

The crankcase of many diesel engines are kept under a slight scavenging action of the gland exhausting
14 271 D pump taking suction off a crankcase exhaust fan
vacuum by the __________. piston manometer
differential manometer

Each diesel engine cylinder shown in the illustration is equipped individual jerk pump and fuel valve supplied from fuel valve, spray valve,
14 272 B unit injector MO-0007
with a/an __________. injector the common rail and flame plate
Lubricating oil systems for diesel engine journal bearings are
14 273 C usually lubricated by which of the following types of lubricating oil Splash Gravity Pressure Bypass
systems?
Which of the listed item numbers represents the bearing surfaces
14 274 C "4" and "5" "6" and "3" "6" and "13" "13" and "14" MO-0120
of the bearing shown in the illustration?
The rocker arms of the diesel engine shown in the illustration are
14 275 D "C" "D" "B" "C" and "Y" MO-0122
indicated by __________.
Which of the following conditions can cause above normal air
14 276 C temperature to develop in the intake manifold of a four- Clogged air intake filters Piston blow-by A defective aftercooler Faulty exhaust valves
stroke/cycle, turbocharged, diesel engine?

In most cases it is
Propulsion engines
desirable and cost
under 1000 shaft No interconnection may
effective for propulsion
When may the crankcase ventilation pipes or oil drain pipes of horsepower may share a be made between the None of the above are
14 277 C engines to share a
two or more engines be connected? common crankcase vent crankcase ventilation correct.
common crankcase
provided the oil drains pipes or oil drain pipes.
ventilation and
remain separate.
monitoring system.

The dying bacteria will The fuel in the tank will Corrosion of various
cause a coating to be loose its fluidity, solidify, metal components will
Which of the following statements describes the unchecked All of the above are
14 278 C formed on the sides of and be the cause of an occur due to the
growth of microbiological organisms within a fuel system? correct.
the tank thereby expensive removal formation of hydrogen
decreasing corrosion. process. sulfide gas.

steam demand
If the feed pump for an auxiliary boiler fails to deliver the feed high steam pressure in abnormally high abnormally high boiler
14 279 B exceeding feed pump
water to the boiler, the cause may be __________. the boiler feedwater temperature water temperature
capacity
When lighting off an auxiliary boiler, which of the problems listed Low atomizing steam
14 280 D Cold fuel oil Low fuel oil pressure Water in the fuel oil
could cause the burners to sputter? pressure

Which of the following actions should normally be taken during Clean the flame scanner Inspect and clean all Lift the safety valves by Inspect for oil or water
14 281 D
each watch when the auxiliary boiler is in operation? photocell window. solenoid valves. hand. leaks.

Which of the listed types of fuel injection systems is used in the Pump controlled (jerk
14 282 D Common rail Unit Distributor MO-0007
diesel engine shown in the illustration? pump)
Lubrication for the main reduction gears used with diesel engines oil from the main engine an independent lube oil the stern bearing head the stern bearing sump
14 283 B
is usually supplied by __________. sump system tank tank
 When there is a flame failure in an automatically fired auxiliary
14 284 B air supply is shut off fuel supply is shut off water supply is shut off safety valve lifts
boiler, the __________.
Excessive vibration of an automatically fired auxiliary boiler can air or water in the
14 285 B combustion pulses fuel oil pump failure flame failure
be caused by __________. furnace
Cooling the intake air supplied to a diesel engine will reduce mean effective decrease average decrease air charge increase peak power
14 286 D
__________. pressure compression pressure density output

Which of the listed items should be secured before performing

14 287 A Electric power Lube oil standby pump Hydraulic switch Motor drain
any maintenance on a solenoid operated air start valve?

Burner ignition failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler a burned out solenoid in high temperature excess incorrectly setting the an incorrectly positioned
14 288 A
would be caused by __________. the oil supply valve air hotwell dump valve burner snubber relay

when the feed pump

The purpose of a temperature sensing device installed in the
in the event of a flame in the event of a stack when the water level discharge pressure
14 289 A stack of a small automatically fired auxiliary steam boiler is to
failure fire reaches the crown sheet drops to a preset
secure the oil burner __________.
minimum
The water in an auxiliary boiler should be tested for chloride
14 290 B total dissolved solids salt contamination water hardness chlorine contamination
content to determine __________.
From the engine data given in the illustration, what is the swept
14 291 C 182 cubic inches 2800 cubic inches 4766 cubic inches 5712 cubic inches MO-0004
volume of any one engine cylinder?
In the jerk pump shown in the illustration, fuel pressure will be the
14 292 B 1 5 11 12 MO-0060
lowest in piece # __________.

provide linear motion to prevent angular and

reduce resonant transmit the axial thrust
the vessel by the offset misalignment due
frequencies allowing the of the propeller to the
14 293 D The bearing shown in the illustration serves to __________. conversion of the to the inertial forces of MO-0120
use of smaller harmonic foundation of the vessel
rotating forces of the the propeller and its
balancers via the bed plate
engine associated shafting

14 294 A Device "E" shown in the illustration is known as the __________. fuel manifold injector adjusting link overspeed trip shaft extrusion tube assembly MO-0122

What is to be installed on an internal combustion engine if its Crankcase vapor Constant pressure type
14 295 D Engine exhaust silencers Explosion relief valves
cylinder bore exceeds eight inches? monitors turbochargers
usually discovered
reduced corrosion in fuel during normally yellow slime or fibrous
14 297 A An indication of microbial contamination is __________. stripping of paint in tanks
tanks scheduled strainer sludge
cleaning

According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), the fuel strainer

single strainers of the single strainers fitted
14 298 D installation located in the supply lines to the fuel pump of an duplex type strainers all of the above
self-cleaning type with bypasses
auxiliary boiler, can be provided with __________.

Excessive return oil pressure from a variable capacity return flow

14 299 B fuel oil burner system on an automatic auxiliary boiler, will cause flame failure burner smoking ignition failure burner failure
__________.
The concentration of total dissolved solids in the water of an dissolved oxygen
14 300 A seawater contamination frequent surface blows frequent bottom blows
auxiliary boiler can increase as a result of __________. deaeration
The camshaft drive is designed to maintain proper camshaft one-fourth times
one-half crankshaft crankshaft speed in a two times crankshaft
speed relative to crankshaft speed. In maintaining this crankshaft speed in a
14 301 B speed in a two-stroke two-stroke cycle diesel speed in a two-stroke
relationship, the camshaft drive causes the camshaft to rotate at four-stroke cycle diesel
cycle diesel engine engine cycle diesel engine
__________. engine
Wristpin bearings are difficult to lubricate because of their the reciprocating motion their position in the
14 303 D their free-floating design their relatively small size
oscillating motion and __________. of the piston lubrication system
 A three-way thermostatic control valve regulates the diesel
14 304 B engine cooling water temperature by passing a portion of the around the engine around the cooler to the expansion tank overboard
water __________.

The illustrated set up The minimum size of the

According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), which of the may be used on any piping connecting the The shut off valves on The shut off valves on
14 305 D following statements is true concerning the water level indicating steam boiler, for any water column to the the boiler drum must be the boiler drum must be MO-0093
devices used with an auxiliary boiler? steam pressure, up to steam drum is to be 1.5 of cast iron. locked, or sealed open.
300 psig (2170 kPa). inches (3.8 cm).

Automatic burner shutdown in an auxiliary boiler, as a result of a

prevent the boiler from eliminate the need for cause automatic restart cause an explosion in
14 306 A component failure in the flame safeguard controls, will
automatically relighting furnace purging after a purge period the boiler furnace
__________.

maintain a head of maintain steam pressure

When an auxiliary boiler is secured and you expect to relight the completely fill the boiler flush the boiler and close
14 307 A steam not less than 10 10 psig below normal
unit within six hours, you should __________. with feedwater the waterside airtight
psig boiler load

If the combustion control system of an automatically fired

broken or grounded high a faulty ignition cable an incorrect electrode
14 308 D auxiliary boiler fails to restart from the normal shutdown mode, all of the above
tension leads connector setting
you should check for __________.
remove suspended and completely drain the prevent hardened scale remove floating
Bottom blow valves are installed on auxiliary water-tube boilers to
14 309 A precipitated solids from boiler in an emergency deposits in the water impurities from the oiler
__________.
the boiler water situation drum water surface

A sprayer plate marked 32Y20, as used in a return flow fuel oil

14 310 D burner tip marked 20 burner tip marked 32 orifice plate marked 20 orifice plate marked 32
system, should only be used with a/an __________.

variable depending on
variable depending on
If the speed of the propeller is 135 RPM, the speed of the engine the ratio between engine
14 311 A 135 RPM 270 RPM the camshaft gear train MO-0003
camshaft shown in the illustration will be __________. rpm and propeller shaft
gear ratios
rpm
lock the fuel inlet position the control rack prevent the barrel piece
The purpose of piece #7 in the jerk pump shown in the illustration bleed air from the pump
14 312 D connection into the while calibrating the #26 from rotating in the MO-0060
is to __________. and fuel lines
pump housing pump housing

Mechanical lubricators for diesel engine cylinders are usually operated manually once operated until the engine placed into operation adjustable to meet
14 313 D
small reciprocating pumps which are __________. each hour has started only at maximum load lubrication requirements

In a diesel engine closed freshwater cooling system, the amount

suction pressure thermostatic bypass water level in the
14 314 B of engine coolant flowing through the heat exchanger is sea water temperature
regulator valve expansion tank
controlled by the __________.

A separate system Only silicate ester based

The lubrication system The lube oil enters
containing oil under synthetic oils have the
closely resembles the through the supply pipes
How is lubrication provided to the device shown in the extremely high pressure capability and necessary
14 315 D system used with shown and eventually MO-0120
illustration? is used due to its ability characteristics to be
standard line shaft drains to the main
to provide a high film used in this type of
bearings. engine sump.
strength. application.

Excessively high
Which of the following conditions is indicated by the presence of Leaking cylinder head
14 316 B Leaking aftercooler scavenge air Auxiliary blower failure
water in the scavenging air receiver? gaskets
temperature
Component "F" shown in the illustration is called the camshaft adjusting cylinder head locking
14 317 C permadjust assembly injector control shaft MO-0122
__________. screw device
duplex double acting
14 318 A Crankcase explosion relief valves should be of the __________. return seating type spring centered type spring opened type
type
 Which of the following conditions is NOT an indication of Brightening of copper
14 319 D Evidence of corrosion Pitting of metal surfaces Presence of green slime
microbial contamination of the fuel supply? bearing metals

The opening of an exhaust valve on a modern, large, low-speed, direct action of the direct action of the main
14 320 C compressed air pressure hydraulic "push rods"
main propulsion diesel engine, may be actuated by __________. overhead cam shaft piston moving down

The speed of the camshaft in a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine,

14 321 B 475 RPM 950 RPM 1900 RPM 2400 RPM
running at 950 RPM, is __________.
It takes the plunger off It prevents the plunger It transmits the control
Which of the following statements represents the function of the It limits the actual stroke
14 322 D stroke when injection is from rotating in the rack setting to the MO-0061
plunger flange shown in the illustration? of the plunger.
completed. barrel. plunger.
Cylinder lubrication oil for low speed main propulsion diesel
14 323 B the power stroke the compression stroke low load operation only periods of standby
engines is admitted to each cylinder during __________.
Temperature control valves installed in the jacket cooling water
14 324 D system of a diesel engine, modulates the rate of water flow cooling water pump nozzle cooling passages cylinder jackets heat exchanger
through the __________.

oil supply pressure not rotational motion

back pressure regulation return flow atomizer
In comparison to straight flow mechanical atomizers, return flow having to be reduced at imparted by the
resulting in more being designed for best
14 325 B atomizers provide relatively uniform atomization over a wide firing low loads to the point tangential slots being
complete combustion at combustion at low firing
range due to the __________. where poor atomization greater in the return flow
high firing rates rates
occurs atomizer

A restricted air intake to a diesel engine may result in the engine failing to reach rated knocking under hunting or surging under overspeeding and
14 326 A
__________. speed maximum load light load running away

The bearing assembly is

Found within the thrust specifically designed to
The bearing blocks are The thrust shoes of a bearing cap or cover are allow for rotation,
What prevents the thrust bearing blocks shown in the illustration massive and their weight Kingsbury thrust bearing extended protrusions to permitting the transmittal
14 327 C MO-0120
from rotating within the housing? provides sufficient force are held in place by position the segments of axial forces across a
to prevent rotation. pins. and maintain minimum greater surface area and
clearance. minimizing loading
densities.

The injector rack of the diesel engine shown in the illustration is

14 328 D "B" "E" "F" "G" MO-0122
indicated by the component labeled __________.

Explosion relief valves on diesel engine crankcases should

14 329 B 0.1 bar 0.2 bar 1.0 bar 2.0 bar
relieve the pressure at not more than __________.
Which of the following conditions is NOT an indication of Increased air filter Occurrences of flow Increased corrosion of
14 330 B Objectionable odors
microbial contamination? changes restrictions tank plating
In a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the camshaft rotates at twice the crankshaft half the crankshaft the same speed as the a speed independent of
14 331 B
__________. speed speed crankshaft the crankshaft
To check that fuel oil To set up the fuel rack
What is the purpose of the 'window' installed in the housing of an To allow the pump to be To check for sludge on
14 332 A return passages are calibration in cubic
individual jerk pump? timed to the engine. the pump barrel.
clear. millimeters.
For diesel engine piston cooling, lubricating oil can be supplied to drilled passage through
14 333 A oil spray oil wick oil control rings
the pistons by a/an __________. the camshaft

regulating the level of the level of the varying the engine load
The jacket water temperature in a diesel engine closed the operation of the
14 334 D corrosion inhibitor in the freshwater expansion to meet temperature
freshwater cooling system is normally controlled by __________. thermostatic valve
primary cooling system tank requirements
 Variations in the amount of fuel oil burned in a return flow type atomizing steam size of the whirling back pressure in the fuel area of the tangential
14 335 C
burner of an auxiliary boiler, are controlled by the __________. pressure chamber oil return line slots

On a turbocharged, medium-speed, diesel engine, which of the

coolant temperature is
14 336 A following problems is an indication of a restricted air intake engine is hard to start engine misses surges at governed RPM
too low
passage?
In the water level electrode assembly, shown in the illustration,
feed pump controller and feed pump controller and burner circuit and
14 337 C the leads indicated by letter "F" would be wired to the modulating pressuretrol MO-0047
pyrostat burner circuit feedwater regulator
__________.
The water in an operating auxiliary boiler should be tested for
14 338 B hour day week month
alkalinity and chloride content each __________.
be designed to be capable of closing the
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require that the flame incorporate an open provide a trial for ignition
automatically relight the fuel valves in not more
14 339 C safeguard control system for an automatic boiler, should bimetallic helix pyrostat period of not more than
boiler fires after a low than 4 seconds after a
__________. stack switch 90 seconds
water shutdown flame failure
The closing of the exhaust valves used on a modern, large, low-
14 340 B speed, main propulsion diesel engine may be directly provided by large conical springs compressed air pressure hydraulic pressure exhaust gas pressure
__________.
In a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the camshaft rotates at twice the crankshaft half the crankshaft the same speed as the a speed independent of
14 341 C
__________. speed speed crankshaft the crankshaft
In the jerk pump shown in the illustration, piece #1 connects
14 342 C fuel nozzle cylinder head high pressure fuel line spill port MO-0060
directly to the __________.
Oil for piston cooling is delivered through the connecting rod to a
compartment in the piston head, then distributed as a result of
14 343 C piston motion, and finally drained to the crankcase through one splash method spray method shaker method throw-off method
or more holes or pipes. This procedure is known as the
_____________ .

Changing the rate of flow Emergency hand control Excessive cooling would
Why do most temperature control valves in diesel engine closed Excessive cavitation
in the jackets could would not be possible if take place in the heat
14 344 A freshwater cooling systems vary the flow of jacket water through erosion would take place
cause localized hot water flow through the exchangers at high
the cooler instead of through the engine? in the coolers.
spots. jackets were controlled. loads.

magnetic pickup used to

14 345 C Item "7" shown in the illustration is identified as a __________. dip stick thermometer shaft deflection indicator MO-0120
sense shaft speed
low firing pressure and low firing pressure and high firing pressure and high firing pressure and
An indication of a diesel engine air intake being partially clogged,
14 346 B low exhaust normal exhaust low exhaust high exhaust
is __________.
temperatures temperatures temperatures temperatures
Which of the components listed is used to control the diesel
14 347 D "C" "D" "E" "G" MO-0122
engine speed shown in the illustration?

open quickly against close slowly to permit

open slowly to permit a
An important design characteristic of an explosion relief valve for crankcase pressure to close quickly in order to proper seating of the
14 348 C gradual reduction of
a diesel engine is the ability to __________. prevent a possible prevent an inrush of air valve disc and neoprene
crankcase pressure
implosion sealing surfaces

Which chemical listed is utilized to prevent and correct most

14 349 C Bleaches Banalities Biocides Benzene additives
microbial infections occurring within fuel storage systems?

Which of the following statements describes how the fuel oil

Through the outer barrel Through the sprayer Through tangential slots Through baffles in the
14 350 C enters the whirling chambers of the sprayer plates used in a
tube. plate drilled passages. in the sprayer plate. orifice plate.
auxiliary boiler return flow fuel oil system?
If a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is running at 1550 RPM, the
14 351 B 525 RPM 775 RPM 1550 RPM 1800 RPM
speed of the camshaft will be __________.
 In the exploded view of the jerk pump shown in the illustration, rotate the plunger flange change the total distance align the pump to the align the plunger within
14 352 A MO-0060
the purpose of the slot on piece #27 is to __________. on piece #26 traveled by the plunger control rack the barrel

Shaker, circulation, and spray are the three general methods pre-injection fuel oil
14 353 D lube oil filtration lube oil purification piston cooling
used in __________. treatment
For proper operation, auxiliary boiler feedwater must have whichHigh oxygen
14 354 C Low pH Proper alkalinity All of the above
of the following characteristics? concentration
concentrations of improper treatment of
The most common cause of scale formation in an auxiliary boiler excessive feedwater
14 355 A calcium sulfate in the fuel oil in the feedwater the feedwater with
is __________. alkalinity
boiler water calcium sulfate
If over a period of weeks the air-box pressure of a turbocharged,
loss of cooling water to gradual fouling of the air improperly timed exhaust
14 356 C diesel engine, operating at full load, appears to be dropping off, open air-box drains
the diffuser filters valves
the cause can be __________.
Some automatically fired auxiliary boilers are equipped with the
magnetic field
water level electrode assembly shown in the illustration. In this third leg of the water ungrounded neutral leg water in the boiler drum
14 357 C surrounding the water MO-0047
type of water level control, the burner circuit is completed through level electrode assembly of the control circuit and electrode assembly
level electrode assembly
the __________.
Before an auxiliary boiler is shutdown for an extended period of
14 358 A time, the water in the boiler should have a pH value of 10 7 4 1
__________.
Which of the following statements concerning automaticly Visible indicators are not Failure of the flame
Visible indicators require Audible alarms shall not
14 359 A controlled auxiliary boiler system alarms complies with applicable required for low water safety system need not
manual resetting. be silenced manually.
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR)? shutdown. be monitored.

The illustrated The minimum size of the A minimum of three test

According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), which of the arrangement may be piping connecting the The shutoff valve on the cocks may serve as the
14 360 B following statements is true concerning the water level indicating used on any steam water column to the boiler drum must be of primary water level MO-0093
device for the auxiliary boiler shown in the illustration? boiler, for any steam steam drum is to be one cast iron. indicator on boilers
pressure, up to 300 psig. inch. under 250 psig.

The component labeled "H" shown in the illustration is called the

14 361 C cold start injector cylinder lubricator cylinder test valve precombustion chamber MO-0122
__________.
reduce fuel oil pressure
The purpose of the delivery check valve used in a diesel fuel assist in a quick cutoff of allow oil backflow from meter the quantity of fuel
14 362 A between injection
injection jerk pump is to __________. fuel injection the injector to the helix delivered
strokes
The method of piston cooling in which oil is delivered through the
connecting rod to a compartment within the piston, then
14 363 B distributed by the motion of the pistons, and allowed to drain to quaker shaker circulation spray
the crankcase via one or more holes or pipes, is termed
__________.
How much will the jacket water temperature increase between
14 364 C the inlet and outlet of medium or high-speed diesel engines 1° to 5°F 5° to 10°F 10° to 20°F 25° to 50°F
operating at normal load?

The clearance is To measure this

The clearance at 'F1'
required to permit axial clearance the engine
has always been a No clearance is needed,
The engine block assembly and foundation are located to the expansion of the engine should be cold, the
surreptitious matter to 'F1' only indicates the
14 365 B right of the thrust collar shown in the illustration. Why is it crankshaft while vessel trimmed down by MO-0121
most design engineers area in which the most
necessary to provide the clearance indicated at 'F1'? permitting proper the stern, and the shaft
and is required for rapid wear will occur.
operation of the thrust hydraulically pushed
proper astern operation.
bearing. towards the bow.

The fuel injector for the diesel engine shown in the illustration, is
14 366 B "H" "I" "M" "Z" MO-0122
indicated by the letter __________.
 They may be omitted on They may be omitted The type of engine and
Which statement regarding the arrangement and location of Minimizing the danger
all engines having a provided the engine operating cycle must be
14 367 D explosion relief valves used on an internal combustion engines is from emission of flame is
cylinder bore of nine utilizes a crankcase considered by the
true_____________? a key consideration
inches or less monitoring system designer

Proper housekeeping to prevent the formation of microbiological

chemical additives called
14 368 D growths within a fuel system includes the prevention of water steam coils fuel oil centrifuges fuel oil discharge filters
biocides
accumulations and the use of __________.

Excessive alkalinity of the water in an auxiliary boiler can cause caustic embrittlement of acidic corrosion of the hard scale deposits on etching of the heat
14 369 A
__________. the boiler metal boiler metal the boiler tubes exchange surfaces
Two solenoid control valves are required on large automatic
14 370 A auxiliary boilers, and will simultaneously shut off the fuel in the low water low steam pressure high voltage all of the above
event of __________.
Diesel engine waste heat boiler construction is usually of the fire- cyclone furnace boiler critical circulation boiler
14 371 C dry back boiler type water-tube type
tube or __________. type type

The procedures recommended for auxiliary boilers having high treating with oxygen securing the boiler and reducing the phosphate
14 372 B increasing the pH
salinity include __________. scavengers giving it a bottom blow level

The solenoid valves in the fuel oil supply line to an automatically a decrease in feed
14 373 C high furnace air pressure high steam pressure low steam pressure
fired auxiliary boiler, are automatically closed by __________. temperature

Which of the following conditions may need to be reduced when

Control air supply Cooling water flow
14 374 C operating a large, low-speed, main propulsion, diesel engine at Injection pressures Lube oil temperature
pressure through aftercoolers
low loads?

purge the furnace of any speed up the feed pump

relight the boiler relight the fire off the
In the event of a flame failure in an auxiliary water-tube boiler, combustible gases to prevent dry firing
14 375 C immediately to prevent brickwork as long as the
you must __________. before attempting to when the burner flame is
loss of steam pressure bricks are cherry red
relight the fire reestablished

If the intake, or exhaust valve stem clearance is found to be

collapsed hydraulic valve
14 376 A excessive, in addition to too little movement of the rocker arms, loose valve spring locks worn valve seats broken valve springs
lifters
you should check for __________.

Improper maintenance of the fuel oil burners in an automatically increased fuel increased feedwater combustion control
14 377 A fuel pump failure
fired auxiliary boiler, could result in __________. consumption consumption system failure

The concentration of dissolved solids in the boiler water of an dissolved oxygen

14 378 A phosphate treatment zero water hardness frequent bottom blows
auxiliary boiler could increase as a result of __________. deaeration

Failure of the feed pump to deliver feedwater to an auxiliary boiler abnormally low water grounded probes in the a high pump suction
14 380 C a low pump suction lift
could be caused by __________. temperature water level control head
To ensure that the valve
Why should the main steam stop valve of an auxiliary boiler be To check the valve To examine the valve To check for a tight
14 381 D will not be seized shut
eased off its seat and then gently closed before lighting off? packing. stem for scars or nicks. bonnet seal.
when hot.
ensure a fuel leakoff
maintain popping
prevent carbon deposits help the injector needle between the plunger and
One function of the fuel pump delivery check valve is to pressure in the high
14 382 B from forming on the reseat without dribbling barrel which provides
__________. pressure steel piping to
injector nozzle at the nozzle holes lubrication for relative
the injector
movement

For any piston ring to operate smoothly without scuffing, the ring of a material harder than prevented from prevented from rotating
14 383 B properly lubricated
must be __________. the cylinder liner compressing during engine operation
 reduce the opportunity
reduce the probability of for the formation of allow for smaller water increase fuel
Using a cooling water temperature of 225°F (107.2°C), instead of
14 384 B scale formation in the sulfuric acid in the passages within the consumption per
180°F (82.2°C) in an auxiliary diesel engine, will __________.
jacket cooling passages cylinder bore exhaust engine horsepower hour
passages

These dimensions It is possible for the shaft

The total active thrust
After following the prescribed procedures to measure the thrust indicate the presence of to move axially 2.3 mm
area is 202.3 mm, well The loading ratio, or
bearing clearance shown in the illustration, the distance "F" is flourishing marks on the during astern operation
within the standards set shaft diameter divided by
14 385 D determined to be 200 mm, and 'f1' is 2.3 mm. Which of the thrust shoes; the marks and relates to an excess MO-0121
forth by the GSMA collar surface area is
following statements describes the condition indicated by these becoming visible as the movement of 1.3 mm,
(German Society for within 2.7 : 1.
dimensions? distance at 'f1' 0.3 mm beyond the
Machining Accuracy).
increases. maximum worn play.

Flame failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler can result incorrect electrode
14 387 C incorrect nozzle position clogged fuel nozzle broken high tension lead
from a/an __________. setting
How many crankcase relief valves are required for a 13 inch
14 388 D 2 4 6 8
bore, eight cylinder in-line engine?
If the fuel/air ratio in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler is
14 389 D inefficient combustion dark smoke automatic shutdown all of the above
insufficient, the result could lead to __________.

Which of the following actions should normally be taken during Vent air from the steam Observe general boiler Lift the safety valves by Inspect and clean burner
14 390 B
each watch when the auxiliary boiler is in operation? drum performance hand oil solenoid valves

Under which of the following conditions must the combustion

14 391 C control system for a small automatic auxiliary boiler secure the High water level Low steam pressure Flame failure High fuel oil temperature
burner?
deliver proper fuel control fuel pressure
The primary function of a fuel delivery check valve assembly is to provide rapid fuel control fuel quantity
14 392 B quantity to the injection delivered to the
__________. injection cutoff entering the pump body
nozzle combustion chamber

The upper piston rings in large, slow-speed, two-stroke/ cycle fed from mechanical thrown off from the main supplied from wick fed flow from a centrifugal or
14 393 A
diesel engines are most effectively lubricated by oil __________. lubricators bearings drip lubricators banjo oiler

Operating a diesel engine for prolonged periods, with a closed

the formation of sulfuric a decrease in lube oil a increase in cooling
14 394 A freshwater cooling system, at temperatures lower than the a thermostat failure
acid viscosity water pH
normal design temperature can cause __________.

A pulsating flame, accompanied by a burner developing black electrode setting is fuel oil pressure is too fuel nozzle is correctly
14 395 C ignition current is too low
smoke in an auxiliary boiler, is an indication that the __________. incorrect low positioned

The diesel engine cylinder scavenging system illustrated is an

14 396 B crossflow scavenging uniflow scavenging loop scavenging direct scavenging MO-0071
example of __________.

Which of the following actions should normally be taken during Test boiler water Inspect and clean burner Lift the safety valves by Blowdown the water
14 397 D
each watch when the auxiliary boiler is in operation? alkalinity fuel oil solenoid valves hand gage glass

faulty steam pressure

Flame failure in an operating automatically fired auxiliary boiler broken electrode broken 2000 volt supply
14 398 D signal to the trial for clogged fuel nozzle
can result from a __________. insulator lead
ignition circuit
A failure of any component of a flame safeguard control for an automatic burner
14 399 B a furnace explosion uncontrolled firing automatic restart
auxiliary boiler will result in __________. shutdown
The daily inspection of an operating auxiliary boiler should an examination of the checking for external fuel
14 400 C lifting of all safety valves measuring steam quality
include __________. boiler firesides and water leaks
The camshafts on the engine, shown in the illustration, operate at twice the crankshaft one-half of the proportionate to the
14 401 C the crankshaft speed MO-0005
a speed equal to __________. speed crankshaft speed crankshaft speed
 Where is the fuel delivery check valve located in a jerk pump fuel On the suction side of In the injection pump On the inlet side of the
14 402 C In the cylinder head
injection system? the delivery pump housing discharge spray valves

A wear rate of 1.6 mm The stops in which the A wear rate of 1.6 mm
No appreciable wear has
The thrust bearing shown in the illustration has over eight years per year occurred. thrust bearing block per year is excessive
occurred, and the proper
of ahead running time. Measurements show 'i1' is 4 mm and 'i2' Although not excessive, rides are worn, and it is and requires immediate
14 403 A maintenance procedures MO-0121
is 1mm. Which of the following conditions is indicated and what this condition may necessary to return assistance from the
should continue to be
steps should be taken, if any? require more frequent these to their original manufacturer's field
followed.
monitoring. specifications. support.

As a general rule, the recommended operating water jacket outlet

14 404 C temperature range for medium and high speed marine diesels 120° to 139°F 140° to 169°F 170° to 189°F 190° to 219°F
with closed cooling systems is __________.

Which of the fuel injectors listed is installed in the diesel engine

14 405 C Solid jerk Air Assisted Unit Rail MO-0122
shown in the illustration?
The method of scavenging used in the diesel engine, shown in
14 406 C uniflow scavenging inertia scavenging loop scavenging central scavenging MO-0003
the illustration, is known as __________.

It is the chemical It is used to empty the

It removes the vapor It removes the distillate cleaning pump used in evaporator section when
14 407 B What is the primary function of item '15' shown in the illustration? MO-0111
condensed in area "23". condensed in area "24". conjunction with valve there is tube leakage
"12". while the unit is secured.

secure the fires when the

secure the fires and
not secure the fires until pressure drops to 50%
If a tube ruptures in a water-tube auxiliary boiler due to low maintain feedwater to secure both the fires and
14 408 C water level falls out of of the maximum
water, you should __________. boiler to keep up the the feed inlet valve
sight in the gage glass allowable working
water level
pressure

An automatically fired auxiliary boiler with carbon deposits formed sputtering of the burner
14 409 B flame failure ignition failure panting of the furnace
on its burner electrodes, will experience __________. flame

bypass exhaust gas at minimize moisture

bypass a portion of the
An exhaust gas bypass is installed on a waste heat boiler in order high loads to prevent recycle exhaust gas to condensation in the
14 410 D exhaust gas at peak
to __________. excessive back the turbocharger boiler gas passages at
loads for better efficiency
pressure low loads
The RPM of "A" is 100 and hobbed with 80 teeth. If gears "B",
14 411 B "C", and "D" have 62, 20, and 38 teeth respectively, the RPM of 67.91 RPM 652.63 RPM 505.79 RPM 52.63 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
maintain constant
The delivery valve installed in a port and helix fuel injection pump maintain a column of fuel accurately meter the close with hydraulic
14 412 B pressure in the
is designed to __________. in the line quantity of fuel injected action
discharge line
The fuel oil supply system to an automatic auxiliary boiler, will burner flame is
14 413 D steam demand is high salinity is high safety valve simmers
automatically shutdown if the boiler __________. extinguished
cooling water
A closed freshwater cooling system is commonly used with need for water treatment cooling water pumps are jacket water temperature
14 414 D temperature differential
marine diesel engines because the __________. is eliminated directly reversible is more easily controlled
is greater

The diesel engine exhaust gas bypass, as fitted with some waste prevent engine back increase total engine prevent boiler corrosion improve engine fuel
14 415 C
heat boilers, is installed to __________. pressure at heavy loads efficiency at low loads at low engine loads consumption at any load

'Loop,' 'uniflow,' 'crossflow,' and 'return-flow' are terms used to

14 416 D control air circuits supercharging turbochargers scavenging
describe various types of __________.
 Oxygen corrosion in auxiliary boilers is prevented by treating the sulfite or hygroscopic bromide or hygroscopic
14 417 A sulfite or hydrazine bromide or hydrazine
boiler feed tank with either sodium __________. sulfite sulfite

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require a trial for ignition

14 418 A 15 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds
period must not exceed __________.
A bypass line provided around a waste heat auxiliary boiler in a
corrosion at low engine erosion at high engine overload at high engine scaling at all exhaust
14 419 A diesel engine exhaust system, may be used to avoid boiler
loads loads loads temperatures
__________.
The concentration of total dissolved solids in the water of an dissolved oxygen
14 420 A seawater contamination frequent surface blows frequent bottom blows
auxiliary boiler can increase as a result of __________. deaeration

camshaft rotates at the governor is linked to the explosion relief doors are engine oil filter is
In the auxiliary diesel engine, shown in the illustration, the
14 421 B same speed as the fuel injection pump by clearly visible on both outboard of the electric MO-0006
__________.
crankshaft vertical linkage sides of the crankcase starter

The jerk pump delivery check valve pump shown in the

14 422 C hydraulic action fuel pressure spring #14 cam action MO-0060
illustration, is closed by __________.

The damper on the inlet The damper on the inlet The damper in the
The damper is moved to
side of the furnace is side of the furnace is uptakes is moved to the
the closed position for a
moved to the open moved to the open wide open position for a
Which of the listed sequence of events occurs when an given number of
14 423 B position for a given position for a given given number of
automatic auxiliary boiler is prepurged? seconds and then
number of seconds and number of seconds and seconds and then
moved to the low fire
then moved to the then moved to the low moved to the low firing
position.
closed position. fire position. rate position.

High stack temperature occurring in an auxiliary boiler could be a insufficient air for complete combustion in secondary combustion in
14 424 C high fuel oil temperature
result of __________. combustion the furnace the uptake

A firebox explosion in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler may excessive purging before insufficient trail for a faulty transformer in insufficient purging
14 425 D
be the result of __________. lighting off ignition period the ignition circuit before lighting off
The principal difference between loop scavenging and crossflow
direction of air flow within sequence of port method of opening volume of air admitted to
14 426 A scavenging, as used in single acting diesel engines, is the
the cylinder opening exhaust ports the cylinder
__________.
The clearance is
The tolerances
determined by the
established are The clearance on one
thickness of the The normal play on both
What is the normal bearing clearance permitted at the horizontal dependent on machining side of the shaft at the
14 427 D hydrodynamic wedge sides of the shaft will be MO-0121
axis of the shaft for the bearing shown in the illustration? processes used and will axis will be one
formed and is not usually one tenth of a millimeter.
vary amongst twentieth of a millimeter.
measured while
manufacturers.
underway.
Which letter represents the entrance point for combustion air to
14 428 C "D" "J" "K" "N" MO-0122
the cylinders of the engine shown in the illustration?
incorporate the use of
An inline engine having a nine inch bore and more than eight have three explosion have at least eight not be required to have
14 429 B two explosion relief
cylinders will __________. relief valves explosion relief valves explosion relief valves
valves

reduce engine exhaust reduce engine back recover heat which increase turbocharger
14 430 C The PRIMARY function of a waste heat boiler is to __________.
noise pressure otherwise would be lost efficiency

dependent on the
The speed of the diesel engine camshaft shown in the illustration half that of the twice that of the the same as the
14 431 A diameter of the lower MO-0007
would be __________. crankshaft crankshaft crankshaft speed
timing gear
Fuel droplets injected into a diesel engine cylinder must have prolong the ignition delay ensure the beginning of thoroughly utilize the air allow controlled fuel
14 432 C
adequate penetration to __________. period fuel injection charge combustion
 A coil-type automatically fired auxiliary boiler is to be laid up wet the manufacturer's there is no excess of sludge formation cannot
waterside blowdown will
14 433 A for an indefinite period. The boiler water should be treated to recommended pH is oxygen scavenging occur in the steam
not be required
ensure that __________. maintained chemicals separator
In a diesel engine closed freshwater cooling system where the
cooling water pressure drop through the engine is 10 psig, and
14 434 C the pressure drop through the heat exchanger is 4 psig. The 4 psig 6 psig 15 psig 28.7 psig
cooling water pump must produce a discharge head of at least
__________.

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require all automatically fired fuel cutoff as a result of pressure-control superheat control
14 435 A feedwater control valve
low pressure heating boilers to have an automatic __________. low water regulator system

Collapsed hydraulic valve lifters in a diesel engine will result in excessive rocker arm little or no valve excessive valve collapsed or stacked
14 436 C
__________. movement clearance clearance valve springs
Large, two-stroke/cycle, main propulsion, diesel engine cylinders
exhaust gas temperature constant or pulse
14 437 C can be successfully pressure charged during normal operation, exhaust load system constant volume system
system pressure system
by using the __________.

pressure magnifying steam pressure sensing

Control of the fuel oil metering valve in an automatically fired metering device in the signal from the
14 438 B device in the steam coil device with linkage to the
auxiliary boiler is accomplished by a __________. air supply line feedwater electrode
outlet damper air vanes

A safety valve on an auxiliary boiler simmers constantly and can

14 439 D not be stopped by several quick blow-offs using the hand loose dirt on the seat exposed valve springs a clogged drain line a damaged seat
relieving gear. The problem may be __________.

A burner responsible for producing black smoke in an automatic grounded high tension faulty ignition cable
14 440 B defective solenoid valve dirty fuel nozzle
auxiliary boiler, would be caused by a __________. lead connector

Which of the following types of feedwater regulators is commonly

14 441 A Thermomechanical Bimetallic element Ring thermostat Modulating pressuretrol
used with a water-tube, natural circulation, auxiliary boiler?

create turbulence in the aid in completing inject fuel at the proper minimize fuel penetration
14 442 C Fuel injection systems meter fuel, atomize fuel, and __________.
combustion chamber cylinder scavenging time into the cylinder

A SECONDARY function of a waste heat boiler is to reduce engine exhaust reduce engine back increase engine cycle increase turbocharger
14 443 A
__________. noise pressure efficiency efficiency

raise lube oil viscosity for increase jacket water

An electric heater built into some smaller diesel engines is used increase air inlet increase compression
14 444 D easier starting in cold temperature for easier
to __________. temperature ratio
weather starting in cold weather

What is the maximum allowable clearance permitted between the

14 445 D bearing, shown in the illustration and the shaft along its vertical 1.00 mm 0.30 mm 0.46 mm 0.80 mm MO-0121
axis?
Which of the air intake systems listed will result in the lowest
14 446 B Natural aspiration Turbocharged Roots blower Piston blower
specific fuel consumption?
Which letter represents the exhaust gas exit point for the diesel
14 447 D "K" "J" "N" "V" MO-0122
engine shown in the illustration?
one intake and one one explosion relief
three compression rings
exhaust valve per valve in way of each one crankshaft except in
Engines having a bore exceeding 250 mm, but not exceeding per piston and the
14 448 C cylinder provided no alternate crank throw, cases where an opposed
300 mm are to have at least __________. minimum of two oil
other means of with a minimum of two piston design is required
scraper rings
scavenging is used valves
An auxiliary boiler is equipped with a return flow fuel atomization constant fuel supply constant fuel return variable fuel supply
14 449 A all of the above
system, which uses a/an __________. pressure pressure pressure
14 450 B Overfiring of a hot water boiler may be caused by __________. dirty atomizers faulty limit controls high water level flame failure

What is the speed of the crankshaft in a four-stroke/cycle engine

14 451 D 375 RPM 500 RPM 750 RPM 1500 RPM
when the camshaft is turning at 750 rpm?

In the large slow-speed main propulsion diesel engine shown in

14 452 C jacket water pump lube oil pump fuel oil pump crankcase exhaust fan MO-0003
the illustration, the part labeled "G" is the __________.

automatically regulates
The pressuretrol which is installed on an auxiliary boiler senses controls the flow of monitors the boiler high secures the fires when a
14 453 D the quantity of oil and air
steam pressure changes and __________. feedwater to the boiler water level fusible plug burns out
flow to the burner

In a diesel engine closed freshwater cooling system employing a passing cooling water
adjusting the radiator passing cooling water piping exhaust gases
14 454 A radiator, proper water temperature can be obtained by through the lube oil
louvers through a space heater across the radiator front
__________. cooler
If the combustion control system of an automatically fired
high voltage on the
14 455 D auxiliary boiler fails to relight the burner after a normal shutdown, low steam pressure open air damper faulty photocell detector
ignition electrode
you should check for a/an __________.
A waste heat boiler is installed on some diesel propelled vessels provide steam for provide steam for the heat the waste water steam for warming
14 456 B
to __________. emergency propulsion turbogenerator tanks engines
The gasket and its
Why should handhole gaskets not be allowed to leak on an Water circulation in the The gasket material will Scale and sediment will
14 457 B seating surface may
auxiliary boiler? boiler will be disrupted. become hardened. form on the gasket.
become wire drawn.
Automatic combustion control systems for auxiliary boilers are
14 458 D designed to cycle burners on and off in response to the excess air pressure steam moisture content furnace temperature steam pressure
__________.
The variation in the amount of fuel oil burned in the operation of
fuel supply pressure automatic steam
14 459 B an auxiliary boiler, utilizing a return flow type atomization system, fuel oil recirculating valve fuel oil back pressure
regulating valve atomizer assembly
is a function of the __________.
Which of the following conditions could cause black smoke to be Excessive opening of the Improper turbine shaft
Insufficient steam supply Low fuel oil viscosity
14 460 C discharged from the stack of an auxiliary boiler equipped with dampers in the speed in the atomizer
to the fuel oil heater. being maintained.
turbine-driven rotary cup atomizers? combustion air inlet. assembly.

14 461 B Camshafts are usually driven by timing gears or __________. push rods chain drives rocker arms flywheels

The main difference between an 'APF' and an 'APE' type fuel plunger cylinder housing
14 462 D plunger helix control rack gear profile delivery valve
injection pump, is the design of the __________. arrangement
The maximum pressure developed by a waste heat boiler is
14 463 B gas composition gas temperature pressure timing
determined by the main engine exhaust __________.
Protects metallic
Which of the listed effects would mixtures of ethylene glycol and
Increases the rate of Retards the flow of surfaces from corrosion Tends to increase
14 464 C phosphate compounds have on the metal surfaces of the cooling
heat transfer cooling water and the coolant from corrosion
system of a diesel engine?
freezing
Which of the listed parts on a fire-tube auxiliary boiler requires a
14 465 B written report to the Officer-in-Charge of Marine Inspection when Cleanout plug gaskets Fusible plugs Gage glasses Water columns
renewed?
Automatic combustion control systems for some auxiliary boilers
14 466 C are designed to cycle burners on and off in response to fuel supply pressure fuel return pressure steam pressure furnace air pressure
__________.

14 467 D Waterside scale in a fire-tube boiler may cause __________. increased heat transfer fireside erosion high steam demand overheated tubes

With regards to a diesel engine crankcase explosion, the most

14 468 B violent is the __________.; ; I. primary explosion ; II. secondary I only II only both I and II neither I or II
explosion
 When an auxiliary boiler is panting and emitting black smoke, you increase the fuel oil decrease the fuel oil decrease the fuel oil
14 469 D increase the air supply
should __________. temperature temperature supply pressure
prevent sludge from remove floating
Bottom blow valves are installed on auxiliary water-tube boilers to completely drain the remove settled solids
14 470 D forming in the steam impurities from the boiler
__________. boiler in an emergency from the water drum
drum water surface
The reversing mechanism on a direct reversing large low-speed bring the respective cam rotate or displace the bring the respective cam
14 471 D main propulsion diesel engine, operated by means of oil under the fuel pump camshaft according to under the air distributor all of the above
pressure, can serve to __________. roller engine design pilot valves

It closes the nozzle valve It opens the nozzle valve It opens the nozzle valve It closes the nozzle valve
What function is served by the spring piece #34 shown in the
14 472 A when the release port is when the release port is when the supply port is when the supply port is MO-0059
illustration?
uncovered. uncovered. covered. covered.

only after raising the

when the boiler has been when the boiler has been only after bypassing the
The correct procedure for giving an auxiliary boiler a bottom blow, water level to within 1/2
14 473 A secured long enough for cooled to ambient low pressure
is to begin __________. inch of the high water
most solids to settle temperature pressuretrol
cutout
If the chemical analysis of a lube oil sample taken from a diesel
demulsibility has foaming is guaranteed to
14 474 A engine indicates an increased neutralization number the acidity has increased viscosity has decreased
improved occur
__________.
The diesel engine water inlet jumper illustrated is represented by
14 475 A "M" "N" "W" "14" MO-0122
the letter or number __________.
possibility of explosion
Additional explosion relief valves are fitted on separate spaces of gross volume of such unit is operating in overall volume of the
exists due to the
14 476 A the crankcase such as gear or chain cases for camshaft or spaces exceeds 21 extreme overload space exceeds 0.6 cubic
formation of volatile
similar drives when the __________. cubic feet conditions meters
gases

A two stroke diesel engine exhaust temperature will be lower than

a four stroke diesel engine of the same displacement because
14 477 A I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
the __________.; ; I. scavenging air is cooling the exhaust
gases ; II. exhaust cycle time is longer

With which of the following types of diesel engine arrangements Supercharged, four-
Supercharged, loop Turbocharged, crossflow Turbocharged, return
14 478 A is a waste heat boiler most likely to produce the maximum steam stroke/cycle diesel
scavenged diesel engine scavenged diesel engine flow diesel engine
pressure, temperature, and flow conditions? engine

During maintenance inspections of a fire tube auxiliary boiler, you weaking of the tubes at
14 479 D burning of tube ends fireside corrosion all of the above
should check for __________. the tube sheet
The constant capacity, pressure atomizing, fuel oil burners automatically cycled on automatically supplied equipped with standard equipped with fuel
14 480 A designed to meet a wide variation in the steaming loads of an and off in response to with more fuel on variable capacity nozzles having variable
auxiliary boiler, are __________. demand demand atomizers orifices
The camshaft on a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine provides a
14 481 D fuel injectors exhaust valves intake valves all of the above
means to operate the __________.

prevent bolt failure by

maintain the same hold-
allowing limited permit accurate stretch absorb the high pressure
down force on the
The item labeled #16 in the illustration is a stack of spring movement of the injector gauge measurement of pulses developed during
14 482 B injector regardless of MO-0062
washers. Their function is to __________. when excessively high bolt elongation during the fuel injection
varying engine operating
cylinder pressures are installation process
temperatures
developed
 An 8000 horsepower diesel engine has a specific fuel
consumption of 0.4 lbs. of fuel per horsepower hour. If each
7.4 million BTU's per 14.8 million BTU's per 22.2 million BTU's per 29.6 million BTU's per
14 483 B pound of fuel contains 18,500 BTU's and 25% of the available
hour hour hour hour
heat leaves the engine with the exhaust, how many BTU's per
hour are theoretically available for use in a waste heat boiler?

Antifreeze solutions containing ethylene glycol, should not be

is dangerously has a higher chloride
14 484 C mixed with corrosion protection oils, as the resultant mixture promotes scale buildup may cause frothing
flammable content
__________.

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) permit tubular type water

14 485 C gage glasses on auxiliary boilers, provided the maximum 600 psi 450 psi 250 psi 125 psi
allowable working pressure does not exceed __________.

modulating pressuretrol,
In an automatically fired auxiliary boiler, restarting from the pyrostat measuring
sensing both steam pressuretrol measuring electrode sensing water
14 486 C normal shutdown cycle in response to steam demand, is initiated decreased steam
pressure and only the steam pressure level
by a/an __________. temperature
temperature

An external superheater An unfired exhaust gas Steel fins are installed

Which of the following methods is typically employed in the Feedwater is preheated
unit is located above the preheater is added to on the generating tube
14 487 D design of waste heat boilers to obtain maximum heat transfer, in a separately fired
boiler in the gas increase the heat surfaces to increase the
while maintaining low overall weight? economizer.
passages. transfer rate. effective surface area.

According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), which of the

14 488 C following pressures is the highest boiler pressure where a tubular 100 psig 200 psig 250 psig 300 psig
type gage glass may be installed?

At the beginning of the prepurge period on an automatic auxiliary

the damper is not the damper is not fully oil pressure is not water pressure is not
14 489 A boiler equipped with a programmed control system, the unit will
sufficiently opened closed sensed sensed
not restart if airflow is not sensed and __________.

attain maximum lift when close sharply when the operate most effectively
A properly adjusted safety valve for an auxiliary boiler will open with a sharp, clear
14 490 B it pops below its set pressure drops to its set when it has zero
__________. pop at its set pressure
pressure pressure blowdown
In the illustrated engine, the fuel camshaft gear drive housing is
14 491 B B F G Z MO-0003
letter __________.
Fuel injector nozzles are usually of the multi-orifice type with the
pressure of the fuel size of the pump plunger design of the combustion
14 492 D number and placement of the holes arranged according to the type of piston rings
system spring chamber
__________.
Ethylene glycol, when used as a coolant in a closed cooling has a higher freezing has a lower freezing
provides a constant pH provides better vapor-
14 494 D system for a diesel engine, is more advantageous than untreated point and a lower boiling point and higher boiling
below 7 phase cooling
raw water because it __________. point point

The water inlet manifold, for the diesel engine shown in the
14 495 B "M" "N" "W" "13" MO-0122
illustration, is represented by the letter or number __________.

possibility of explosion
Additional explosion relief valves are fitted on separate spaces of overall volume of such unit is operating in gross volume of such
exists due to the
14 496 D the crankcase, such as gear or chain cases for camshaft or spaces exceeds 21 extreme overload space exceeds 0.6 cubic
formation of volatile
similar drives, when the __________. cubic feet conditions meter
gases
 minimize the coefficient
help prevent the
When conducting a hydrostatic test on a water-tube auxiliary of expansion within the
formation of eliminate oxygen being
14 497 B boiler, the test water should be heated to a temperature of at varying types of metals all of the above
condensation on the carried into the system
least 70°F. This is done to __________. used in boiler
tube exteriors
construction

opens the burner circuit detects a flame failure by requires mechanical

A photoelectric cell installed in an automatically fired auxiliary must be bypassed at low
14 498 A upon sensing a flame monitoring radiant heat linkage to secure the
boiler burner management system __________. firing rates
failure from glowing refractory burner fuel supply

The maximum allowable working pressure on a packaged

auxiliary boiler is 200 psig. The normal working pressure for one
14 499 B 165 psig 195 psig 210 psig 220 psig
particular packaged boiler is 175 psig. Which of the following
safety relief valve settings would be proper for this boiler?

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require that oil fired

automatic steam boilers, and hot water boilers shall be equipped
14 500 C 2 air changes 3 air changes 4 air changes 5 air changes
with a prepurge programming control that will assure at least
__________.

engine torque acceleration rate of valve diameter of intake and

14 501 B The valve cam slope angle determines the __________. engine fuel efficiency
characteristics opening and closing exhaust valves

The rate of fuel injection in a diesel engine cylinder depends the size of the holes in supply pressure to the shape of the combustion
14 502 A timing of the pump
primarily on __________. the fuel nozzle pump chamber
A smoking burner with a pulsating flame in an auxiliary boiler, is fuel oil supply burner electrode is
14 503 C fuel/air ratio is incorrect ignition current is too low
an indication that the __________. temperature is normal incorrectly positioned

The boiling temperature With antifreeze

A 30% solution of
A 100% ethylene glycol of the solution remains protection of -60°F (-
According to the chart shown in the illustration, which of the ethylene glycol will
solution gives the constant at the level of 51°C), the boiling
14 504 C following statements is true concerning antifreeze solutions for protect the cooling MO-0018
greatest protection greatest protection temperature could be
diesel engine cooling systems? system at temperatures
against freezing. against freezing to -70°F 230°F to 250°F (110°C
of -18°F (-26°C).
(-57°C). to 121°C).

energized the flame

shut off the burner when prevent burner operation
On an automatically fired auxiliary boiler, the steam pressure limit sound an alarm when scanner circuit when
14 505 C the cutoff pressure is in the event of low boiler
switch is wired into the burner electric circuit to __________. the burner is shut off high boiler pressure is
reached water level
reached
A variable capacity, pressure atomizing, fuel oil burner functions maintain a constant fuel provide a wide range of provide a constant fuel maintain smokeless fuel
14 506 B
to __________. temperature combustion return pressure oil atomization
The firing range of a variable capacity, return flow-type fuel
14 507 B atomizer is regulated to meet steam demand by varying the fuel oil damper setting fuel oil return pressure burner register opening atomizer orifice setting
__________.
Excessive vibration from an auxiliary boiler could be caused by insufficient air to the
14 508 D combustion pulses loose hold-down bolts all of the above
__________. burner
After lighting off a cold, automatically fired, auxiliary boiler, as give the boiler a bottom completely open the
14 509 A close the air cock test the safety valve
steam begins to form, you should __________. blow steam stop

steam is recirculated hot water flashes to unevaporated feedwater response to steam

In a coil-type forced circulation auxiliary water-tube boiler
14 510 B through heating coils in steam in the flash is lost through the demand is slower than in
__________.
the boiler chamber atmospheric vent a fire-tube boiler
 points of opening and velocity of opening and amount of the valve lift
14 511 D The shape of a diesel engine cam determines the __________. all of the above
closing of the valve closing of the valve from its seat

14 512 B Which of the fuel nozzle types listed is shown in the illustration? Pintle Multi-hole Open Self-cleaning MO-0059

Which of the following devices is normally provided to prevent oil

Pressure relief bypass Mechanical straining
14 513 C starvation in a diesel engine lubrication system utilizing the 'full Duplex strainer Three-way valve
line around the filter filter
flow' principle?
Corrosion inhibitors and/or soluble oils are added to diesel engine maintain low pH in the reduce the cooling water increase cooling water form a protective film on
14 514 D
cooling systems to __________. cooling water temperature hardness metal surfaces
The cooling water system for the diesel engine shown in the
illustration flows through the inlet manifold, to the jumpers,
"M", "N", "9", "5", and "N", "M", "C", "5", and "N", "M", "9", "3", and "W", "3", "9", "M", and
14 516 C through cylinder liner/head assembly, and out the water MO-0122
"W" "W" "W" "N"
discharge manifold. Which of the listed lettered sets represents
this circuit?
Cylinders diameters greater than 230 mm require additional
safety devices when the scavenging spaces are openly Quick release expansion Stacked plate type inlet
14 517 B Tri-knock fittings Explosion relief valves
connected to the cylinders. Which of the following devices will be joints check valves
used to protect such spaces?
If poor combustion occurs in an auxiliary boiler due to an air check the photocell
reset the pressure limit test the high and low fire check the burner ignition
14 518 C damper linkage being out of adjustment, you would adjust the window for carbon
controls solenoids electrode gap
linkage and then __________. deposits
Insulation resistance
Which of the automatic boiler controls listed should be tested Automatic bottom blow Low water level cutoff Voltage output of the readings in the ignition
14 519 B
prior to lighting off an auxiliary boiler? valve switch ignition transformer system high tension
leads
Which of the following conditions would cause 'panting' in a Insufficient combustion
14 520 A Low water level Flame failure Faulty flame scanner
steaming auxiliary boiler? air
opening and closing opening and closing rate amount of time the valve
14 521 B The valve cam slope angle determines the __________. height of valve opening
points of the valve of the valve remains open
The accumulation of carbon deposits building up near the
14 522 C injection nozzle tip is least likely to occur when using which of the Hole Multi-hole Pintle Multi-pintle
listed types of fuel injector nozzles?
The standard diesel engine lubricating oil filtering system shown
14 523 B full flow system bypass system shunt system batch system MO-0056
in the illustration is classed as a __________.
A large low speed main propulsion diesel engine may become
14 524 C overloaded by_______________.; ; I. a heavily fouled hull ; II. I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
strong head winds and heavy seas
Water is continuously
Steam is generated in Unevaporated boiler
circulated through a Moisture is removed
Which of the following statements concerning the operation of a the heating coils and is water collects in the
14 525 C preheater before it from generated steam in
coil-type forced circulation auxiliary water-tube boiler is correct? force fed to an bottom of the
enters the flash a radiant superheater.
accumulator. accumulator.
chamber.
carbon on the burner
If oil is dripping from the burner of a coil-type auxiliary steam the oil valve not seating
14 526 D a loose burner nozzle nozzle causing deflection all of the above
generator, the cause may be __________. properly
of oil spray

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require electric hot water audible high water level temperature limiting pressure relief valve set automatic reset pressure
14 527 B
supply boilers to be provided with a/an __________. alarm device at 212°F limiter

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require the programming ignition period to ignite not to automatically
prepurge period for one
14 528 C control sequence for auxiliary boiler operation to include the fuel 4 seconds after increase the air flow after all of the above
complete change of air
__________. fuel delivery a safety trip
 In a forced circulation auxiliary boiler, steam is formed in the steam accumulator
14 529 B heating coils hotwell thermostat tube
__________. (flash chamber)
Ignition failure in an automatically controlled auxiliary boiler can carbon deposits on the excessive fuel oil excessive return oil
14 530 A brickwork failure
be caused by __________. electrode temperature pressure
The arrangement and shape of the cams on a diesel engine Fuel consumption, Scavenge pressure,
Speed, torque, and Firing order, valve
14 531 B camshaft directly control which of the listed groups of operating efficiency, and cylinder compression ratio, and
horsepower production timing, and valve lift
conditions? pressure exhaust pressure
Fuel injectors used in heavy fuel oil systems are usually provided cold corrosion of the fuel viscosity for better carbon accumulation on fuel detonation in the
14 532 C
with cooling to reduce __________. nozzles atomization the nozzles cylinders
prevent prevent
A spring-loaded relief valve is located on some lube oil filters in bypass the filter should it limit the lube oil outlet
14 533 C overpressurization of the overpressurization of the
full flow systems to __________. become clogged pressure
filter cartridge filter casing
A diesel engine cooling water system with a pH factor of 3.0
14 534 D slight acidity slight alkalinity excessive alkalinity excessive acidity
indicates a condition of __________.

The main lube oil manifold, for the diesel engine shown in the
14 536 D "11" "17" "N" "O" MO-0122
illustration, is represented by the letter or number __________.

The scavenging space is

A suitable gasket for the
The air flow from the to be permanently The required equipment
interface of both
scavenging space must connected to an for a crosshead type
manifolds is necessary
always be protected by approved fire engine is totally
What is required for crosshead type engines that have a to prevent recirculation
14 537 C plate type check valves extinguishing system, dependent upon
scavenging space in open connection to the cylinder? of scavenging gases,
and under no entirely separate from manufacturers ability to
while additionally
circumstance may other the fire extinguishing placate market
minimizing exhaust gas
devices be used. system of the engine demands.
leakage.
room.

A sudden flame failure in an operating auxiliary boiler, equipped

dead or malfunctioning faulty ignition cable loose connection on the rapid fuel viscosity
14 538 C with an automatic combustion control system and burning light
step up transformer connector photocell increase
fuel, could be attributed to a __________.
The flame safeguard controls of a large automatically fired
14 539 C stack switch pyrostat photoelectric cell thermistor
auxiliary boiler, may consist of a __________.

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) permit the use of which of the
14 540 C Incandescent glow plug Friction igniter Light oil pilot Gas pilot light
following fuel oil ignition methods on automatic auxiliary boilers?

Where is the cam follower most likely to leave the surface of the
14 541 C ramp flank nose convex contour MO-0045
cam?

Which of the following statements concerning fire-tube boilers is Combustion gases flow Flames impinge on the Combustion occurs in Water flows through the
14 542 A
correct? through the tubes. tubes. the tubes. tubes.

Steam bubbles are Response to steam

Which of the following statements about a coil-type forced Steam is recirculated to Unevaporated feedwater
14 543 C generated in the flash demand is comparatively
circulation auxiliary water-tube boiler is correct? the heating coils. drains to the bilge.
chamber. rapid.
In a diesel engine cooling water system, a pH of 6.0 indicates
14 544 A slightly acidic condition slightly alkaline condition overtreatment of water neutral condition of water
a/an __________.
fuel oil circulation
Indirect cooling of fuel injector nozzle holders for diesel engines heat conduction into the heat conduction into the water circulation through
14 545 B through passages in the
is accomplished primarily by __________. injected fuel oil water jacket wall passages in the holder
holder
Component "U" of the diesel engine shown in the illustration is main bearing support
14 547 A crankshaft counterweight frequency tuner frame stiffener MO-0122
called the __________. assembly
 Exhaust manifolds in Crankcases having a Turbocharger inlet piping Scavenging spaces in
In which of the following areas of a crosshead engine is a
14 548 D excess of eight inches in gross volume in excess in excess of twelve open connection to the
permanently connected fire extinguishing system required?
diameter. of 21 cubic feet. inches in diameter. cylinders.

Ignition failure in an auxiliary boiler can be caused by carbon deposits on a jammed open oil excess fuel pressure at an excessively long
14 549 A
__________. electrodes solenoid the nozzle purge cycle

Which of the clutch types listed is shown in the illustration of the Electromagnetic Air operated friction
14 550 C Hydraulic coupling Synchromesh coupling MO-0085
reversing reduction gear unit? (See illustration MO-0085) coupling clutch

When two cams of the same diameter, one with tangential flanks
14 551 B and the other with convex flanks are compared, the cam with greater valve lift more abrupt valve action less valve seat wear less valve gear wear
tangential flanks will cause___________.
fuel recirculation within
The long drilled passages shown in the illustration of the fuel return from nozzle
14 552 A cooling water flow fuel supply to nozzle tip the nozzle for cooling MO-0062
cutaway view II-II are for __________. tip
purposes
The axial thrust of the coupling shown in the illustration tends to
ring valves are in the coupling is filled with
14 553 D separate the runner and impeller during operation when the fluid is entrained with air fluid viscosity decreases MO-0089
open position fluid
__________.
The pH value of water in a diesel engine closed cooling water
14 554 B 6.0 to 7.5 8.0 to 9.5 10.0 to 11.5 12.0 to 13.5
system should be maintained between __________.

The rate of evaporation

The rate of evaporation
is dependent on the level Device "7" does not use
will not be affected as
If the wearing rings of device "7" shown in the illustration become The rate of evaporation of vacuum maintained wearing rings, as these
14 555 A the standby pump, MO-0111
worn, how will the evaporation rate in "23" be affected? will decrease. within the unit, and not are normally positive
labeled "8" will be used
the flow of water to the displacement pumps.
instead.
unit.

to bleed off accumulated as the sole means for solely to

Part "G" of the device shown in the illustration is used water that would prevent moving the operating to externally discharge hydrodynamically
14 556 A MO-0012
__________. the operating slide from slide into the reseated the sludge balance the bowl while in
moving down position operation

relieve excess fuel oil throttle the forced draft

The purpose of the safety relief valves installed on an auxiliary admit water to the dry reduce excess steam
14 557 D pressure during the 'off' fan output for proper
boiler is to __________. pipe pressure in the boiler
fire cycle combustion
An AC diesel generator incapable of being paralleled with the increase or decrease
increase speed droop in maintain a frequency of prevent attempts to
14 558 B main bus normally employs an isochronous governor in order to engine speed upon load
proportion to load 60 cycles per second parallel
__________. demand
The most common contaminate of governor hydraulic fluid is
14 559 B moisture dirt acid air
__________.
in the up position as a
in the down position as a in the up position as the
The component labeled "F" on the device shown in the in the down position as a result of the applied
result of the applied only result of securing
14 560 C illustration, during the normal operation of the centrifuge should result of establishing the spring force after the MO-0012
spring force during the the water flow through
be __________. water flow through "Q" water flow through "P" is
self-cleaning cycle "Q"
secured
Which of the substances listed is satisfactorily removed from the
14 562 A Carbon particles Lube oil Gasoline Diesel fuel
fuel by a centrifugal oil purifier?
A magnetic strainer is used in the diesel engine reduction gear
14 563 C water babbitt iron or steel acids
oil system to remove small particles of __________.
 A two stroke diesel engine exhaust temperature will be lower than
a four stroke diesel engine of the same displacement because
14 564 A the __________.; ; I. mep is lower and the scavenging air is I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct Neither I or II are correct
cooling the exhaust gases ; II. valve overlap in a four stroke
diesel engine is greater
additional clutch friction one is a spare in the
Two inflatable clutch glands are provided in the main engine the gear must operate
14 566 D this is a two-speed gear is required at high event of failure of the MO-0085
reduction gear illustrated because __________. both ahead and astern
speeds primary gland
crankshaft rotating at camshaft rotating at
camshaft rotating at the crankshaft rotating at the
14 567 B The device labeled "B" in the illustration is a __________. twice the speed of the twice the speed of the MO-0122
speed of the crankshaft speed of the camshaft
camshaft crankshaft
A warning notice to
caution against the The use of end block Removable cylinder All engines shall be
Which of the following listed construction details of internal opening of a hot construction for engines liners must be used for provided with an exhaust
14 568 A
combustion engines is required? crankcase for a specified developing over 1000 engines developing over gas pressure monitoring
period of time after shut brake horsepower. 1000 brake horsepower. system.
down.
The safety valve installed on a coil-type auxiliary boiler is located
14 569 D thermostat tube topmost coil water tank flash chamber
on the __________.

In the schematic diagram of the isochronous hydraulic governor

14 570 C pilot plunger proportioner piston balance piston differential servo piston MO-0100
shown in the illustration, piece #22 is the __________.

They consist of a
They are bimetallic
bellows assembly, linked They automatically They automatically
elements sensing
Which of the following statements is true concerning pressure with a snap action relieve excessive steam restart the burner
14 571 B temperature differentials
limit switches and pressuretrols installed on auxiliary boilers? switch, through a pressure by acting as a sequence via the high
corresponding to
pressure adjusting pilot to the safety valve. water level signal.
pressure changes.
mechanism.
A port-and-helix fuel injection pump having upper and lower vary fuel delivery and vary the beginning and operate with residual provide maximum fuel
14 572 B
plunger helixes is designed to __________. return pressure ending of injection fuels only delivery rate
The lube oil strainer shown in the illustration is used on the
14 573 D reduction gear of a mid-size diesel engine. The strainer pleated paper wire mesh fibrous braid metal disks MO-0057
elements consist of __________.

When checking zincs in a saltwater cooled heat exchanger, you paint the zincs to stop insulate the zincs to alter replace the zincs if they file the zincs to change
14 574 C
should __________. corrosion the temperature are 50% consumed the shape

The axial thrust of the coupling shown in the illustration, tends to coupling is partially filled clutch is operating rotor housing is full of
14 575 A fluid is extremely viscous MO-0089
draw the runner and impeller together when the __________. with fluid continuously fluid

drain off the closing

water at the beginning of drain off the closing drain off the opening
The part labeled "R" on the device shown in the illustration is prevent part "F" from
14 576 B the self-cleaning cycle water at the end of the water at the end of the MO-0012
used to __________. independently rotating
from under the sliding self-cleaning cycle self-cleaning cycle
bowl bottom
speed is reduced and speed is sometimes
In reducing engine speed to an efficient propeller speed by the speed and torque are speed is reduced and
14 577 C torque remains unchanged while torque
use of reduction gears, __________. both reduced torque is increased
unchanged is increased
no mechanical
the power is transmitted the torsional vibrations each clutch has a
One advantage of hydraulic clutches over mechanical clutches in connection exists
14 578 D at a very high efficiency are transmitted directly separate oil gland for
diesel engine installations is __________. between the driving and
of 60% to the reduction gears reverse operation
driven elements
 A diesel generator governor is hunting. After changing the oil the
carefully check for
governor is flushed and the compensation needle valve is check air intake manifold calibrate the fuel pump set the speed droop
14 579 D binding in the governor
adjusted; but the hunting persists. You should NOW pressure rack settings adjustment to zero
linkage
__________.
bleed off the opening
provide water flow for
prevent water from water to permit the directly discharge
The port labeled "H" of the device shown in the illustration, is closing the bowl at the
14 580 C accumulating beneath closing sequence of the accumulated sludge MO-0012
used to __________. end of the desludging
the operating slide bowl at the end of the from the bowl
cycle
desludging cycle
In order to reverse the rotation of a two-stroke/cycle loop
starting air and fuel
14 581 A scavenged, direct reversing, propulsion diesel engine, the cam piston cooling pumps exhaust valves all of the above
pumps
positions must be changed for the __________.
Some fuel injection systems utilize port-and-helix metering. Injection has a variable Injection is metered by Injection has a constant Injection will not occur
14 582 C Which of the following statement describes a system 'timed for beginning and a constant an external delivery beginning and variable until the helix closes the
port closing'? ending. valve. ending. delivery valve.
During a routine round of a diesel engine generator, you observe
leakage through the
a low oil level in the governor sump. If there is no visible sign of leakage through the uncovered sight glass defect in the sight glass
14 583 A governor drive shaft oil
external leakage, you should suspect the cause to be a/an power piston oil seal ventilation orifice gasket
seal
__________.

directly position the oil

initiate the bowl opening initiate the bowl closing
The liquid line labeled "Q" on the device shown in the illustration emulsion interface
14 584 B procedure for the self- procedure for the self- initially prime the bowl MO-0012
is used to __________. throughout the operation
cleaning cycle cleaning cycle
of the centrifuge

A continuous fluctuation of the speed, due to overcontrol by the

14 585 A hunting sensitivity promptness speed droop
governor, is known as __________.
Airflex clutches are used to transmit power from a diesel engine
delay deflation of the delay inflation of the reduce the deflation time reduce the inflation time
14 586 B to the propeller shaft. A restricted orifice is used in the control air
clutch being disengaged clutch being engaged of both clutches of both clutches
system of this unit to __________.
provide an alternate act as a steam sentinel
provide a means of provide a means for
The purpose of try-cocks used on an auxiliary boiler is to means of determining valve, if any of the
14 587 A adding chemical feed to blowing down the gage
__________. the water level, if the fusible plugs should
the boiler water glass
gage glass fails melt

The device shown in the illustration can be automatically or

14 588 B manually activated for self-desludging. The desludging process "F" "P" "Q" "R" MO-0012
is initiated by which of the labeled components listed below?

When an additional load is applied to a diesel engine which is

chipped reduction gear overheating because of excessive wear on the
14 589 B using an air bladder clutch unit that is inadequately inflated, you pneumatic seizure
teeth slipping shoes thrust bearings
can expect __________.
A diesel engine is equipped with an isochronous hydraulic decrease slightly then increase slightly then
14 590 D governor. A decrease in load will cause the engine speed to decrease only increase only returned to original returned to original
__________. speed speed
moving the idler
The reversing cams of some four-stroke/cycle diesel engines are sliding the camshaft rotating the cam
14 591 A rotating the cam 180° sprockets in the drive
brought into position by __________. along its axis followers 180°
chain
Injection has a constant The pump stroke
Which of the following statements describes a fuel injection pump Fuel is metered by the Timing reference marks
14 592 A beginning and variable determines the amount
marked 'timed for port closing'? pump's delivery valve. should be changed.
ending. of fuel injected.
 The device shown in the illustration can be automatically or
manually desludged. The closing sequence at the end of the
14 593 C F P Q R MO-0012
desludging cycle is initiated by opening which of the labeled
components listed below?

Place the thermostatic

Check spring
The thermostatic valve in the illustration is used for controlling the element in a container of
Remove and examine compression values
coolant temperature in a main propulsion diesel engine. Which water at various Chemically analyze
14 594 C the contents of the against data given in MO-0079
of the following can be used to verify proper valve operation with operating temperatures contents of power pellet.
power pellet. manufacturer's
the valve disassembled? and note the movement
handbook.
of the valve stem.

The diesel engine component labeled "Z", shown in the inlet valve framing
14 596 C EGT monitor exhaust valve bridge scavenging air inlet MO-0122
illustration is called the __________. assembly
Internal combustion engines are to be fitted with governors to
14 597 B prevent the engines from exceeding the rated speed by more 10 percent 15 percent 20 percent 25 percent
than __________.

To stop the diesel engine governor from hunting, the governor oil
14 598 C system is to be purged of trapped air by adjusting the part shown A B C D MO-0096
in the illustration labeled __________.

Slippage of an air operated friction clutch can result from prolonged slow speed newly installed friction
14 599 A an overloaded engine weak disc springs
__________. operation blocks
Misalignment of the drive shaft and propeller shaft flanges can be
14 600 B inside micrometer feeler gage adjustable trammel sighting device
detected by using a dial indicator or __________.
From the data given in the illustration, which pair of pistons listed
14 601 D 1L/8R 3R/1L 5R/7L 3L/3R MO-0004
are mounted on the same crank throw?
A plunger is used in the fuel injection pump shown in the
constant beginning and variable beginning and constant beginning and variable beginning and
14 602 C illustration 'timed for port closing.' The injection process will MO-0063
constant ending variable ending variable ending constant ending
always have a __________.

The sludge ejection cycle of the device shown in the illustration is 'V5' is closed, with 'V15' 'V5,' 'V10,' 'V15,' and 'V10,' 'V15,' are closed 'V5,' 'V10,' 'V15,' and
14 603 A MO-0024
initiated by the centrifuge when valve(s) __________. and 'V16' open 'V16' are all closed with 'V5' and 'V16' open 'V16' are all open

changing the spring

The temperature at which an adjustable bellows type changing the position of replacing the bellows varying air loading
14 604 D compression opposing
thermostatic valve operates is determined by __________. the actuating bulb with a heavier spring pressure to the bellows
the bellows
The diesel engine component labeled "1", shown in the conical speed/surge
14 606 D inlet valve spring external thread exhaust valve spring MO-0122
illustration is called a/an __________. prevention device

and is a direct reversible is to be fitted with a

is not required to have engine, is required to separate overspeed will not require any
In addition to the normal governor, each main engine having a
any additional overspeed have an overspeed trip device so adjusted that additional overspeed
maximum continuous output of 300 hp and over, which can be
14 607 C protection provided a set to secure the fuel to the speed cannot exceed protection provided a
declutched or which drives a controllable pitch propeller,
hydraulic governor is the engine when its rated the maximum rated mechanical type
__________.
used speed is exceeded by speed by more than 20 governor is used
more than 15 percent percent

effectively anticipate the

amount of fuel
Where one or more diesel driven AC generators are operating in
gradually reduce its change load without automatically divide and necessary to bring the
14 608 B parallel, reducing the value of the speed droop to 'zero' on one
speed as load is applied changing speed balance the loads engine up to the proper
unit will allow that unit to __________.
output to accept the
increased load
 Torque capacity of the air clutch shown in the illustration, may be putting in a thinner removing clutch spring
14 609 B increasing air pressure adjustment of nut #22 MO-0090
increased by __________. friction plate #6 #4
Immediately at the end of the sludge ejection cycle, the bowl of 'V10' and 'V16' are open,
'V5' is closed, with 'V10,' 'V5,' 'V10,' 'V15,' and 'V5,' 'V10,' 'V15,' and
14 610 C the fuel oil centrifuge, shown in the illustration, will be closed only with 'V15' and 'V5' MO-0024
'V15,' and 'V16' are open 'V16' are closed 'V16' are open
when the valve(s) __________. closed
What is the crank angle between any two crank throws in the
14 611 C firing order of a four-stroke/cycle, in line, eight cylinder diesel 45° 60° 90° 100°
engine?
Increasing the load on an engine using a double-helix type
14 612 A injection pump varies the effective stroke of the pump to start earlier and end later later and end earlier and end later and end earlier
__________.
Effective hydraulic coupling operation depends upon a certain
14 613 A slip mechanical friction fluid overheating torsional vibration
amount of __________.

If the cooling water temperature and the lube oil temperature in a an oil suction line excessive wear of the
14 614 D a dirty lube oil strainer internal water leaks
diesel engine are too high, the cause can be __________. restriction cooling water pump

The gear drive, shown in the illustration, can have the backlash
14 615 A feeler gauge lead wire red dye indicator lash indicator MO-0091
determined best by using a __________.
Regarding the water level electrode assembly shown in the
14 616 A illustration, the normal water level will ordinarily rise and fall "B" and "C" "C" and "E" "B" and "E" "B" and "D" MO-0047
between __________.
decrease the time
Most large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engines use remove all large and ensure a positive flow of ensure that all lube oil
14 617 C required between
duplex lube oil strainer to __________. small foreign objects oil at all times has been treated twice
cleanings

Which of the springs shown in the illustration, will have its output
force controlled by the movement of a speed control shaft, and
14 618 A 19 34 46 50 MO-0095
the engine speed setting will in turn be proportional to the amount
of compression exerted on the spring?

While inspecting the main bearings on a diesel engine you find the maximum allowable
the bearing had been water was present in the the lube oil was not
14 619 C impregnated dirt and scratches in the bearing surface. You bearing pressure had
overheated oil being properly filtered
would, therefore, suspect that __________. been exceeded

The gage glass on a coil-type auxiliary boiler is connected to the heating coil inlet and
14 620 C surge chamber accumulator water softener
__________. outlet
The linear motion of a diesel engine piston is converted into the
14 621 B rotary motion required to drive gears, propeller shafts, and flywheel crankshaft journal bearings camshaft
generators by the __________.
The port-and-helix metering pumps, used in diesel fuel injection
systems, are usually designed to produce a constant beginning controlled by plunger
14 622 B timed for port opening timed for port closing controlled by cam stroke
and a variable ending of fuel injection. These pumps are usually stroke
__________.
Where would a coarse screen wire-mesh strainer normally be
14 623 D pump discharge line gravity tank inlet line filter bypass return line pump suction line
found on a diesel engine lubrication system?
High diesel engine cooling water temperatures can be caused by
14 624 D a worn water pump not enough coolant air in the cooling system all of the above
__________.

The inlet valves for the diesel engine shown in the illustration are none of the above are
14 626 D "2" "I" "H" MO-0122
indicated by the letter or number __________. correct

Which of the listed problems would be indicated by an

Excessive condensation
14 627 C accumulation of water in one cylinder, in addition to the Water in the fuel system. Cracked cylinder liner. Leaking lube oil cooler.
in that cylinder.
crankcase of an idle diesel engine?
 excitation and induction
power losses appear as
torque increases with a the coupling rapidly a change in torque
torsional vibrations are
14 628 A One advantage of electromagnetic slip couplings is __________. decrease in excitation responds to sudden instead of rotational
reduced
current changes of load speed between the
primary and secondary
elements

If a hydraulic governor has been refilled with oil, the engine compensating needle compensating needle
rack position should be speed limiting device
14 629 C should be operated until it reaches normal temperature, then the valve should be opened valve should be adjusted
adjusted should be adjusted
air should be purged, and the __________. fully to stabilize operation

Which of the labeled figures illustrated, represents the correct

14 630 A alignment mark relationships of a properly reassemble centrifuge A B C D MO-0022
bowl?

The rotary motion of a diesel engine crankshaft is obtained from

14 631 D camshaft reduction gears rocker arm connecting or piston rod
the up and down motion of the piston via the __________.

What are the effective stroke characteristics for the injection Constant beginning and Constant beginning and Variable beginning and Variable beginning and
14 632 A MO-0061
pump plunger shown in the illustration? variable ending constant ending constant ending variable ending
pressure regulating valve
Unusually low oil pressure in the lube oil header of a diesel restricted lube oil air leak in the lube oil air leak in the oil pump
14 633 D being stuck in the closed
engine is the result of a/an __________. passage in the engine cooler suction line
position
High diesel engine cooling water temperatures can be caused by an overhauled water correct amount of no air in the cooling
14 634 A air in the cooling system
__________. pump coolant system
A diesel engine is operating at 1800 RPM and driving a propeller
14 635 B 0.30 to 1 3.00 to 1 3.33 to 1 33.0 to 1
at 600 RPM. What is the speed reduction ratio?
The power loss associated with slip in a fluid coupling appears as chattering in the driving vibration in the driving leakage around the ring
14 636 B heat in the hydraulic fluid
__________. member member valve

bowl locking ring sliding bowl bottom and

sliding bowl bottom and
In order for the self-cleaning fuel oil centrifuge, shown in the alignment mark should operating slide seal rings
operating slide seal rings
14 637 C illustration, to properly operate during the desludge cycles, the be approximately 1/4 should be coated with a all of the above MO-0012
should be coated with
__________. inch to the left of the high temperature
main engine lube oil
bowl alignment mark lubricating paste

The purpose of the compensating adjustment used in a diesel compensate for low oil increase governor
14 638 C prevent governor hunting limit engine load
engine hydraulic governor is to __________. level promptness
Part "I" of the device shown in the illustration is known as the
14 639 B top or separating disks intermediate disks bottom disk paring disk MO-0012
__________.

When the steam pressure drops below a set value on an decrease the back decrease the supply
increase the fuel oil increase the rotary cup
14 640 A automatically fired auxiliary boiler, fitted with rotary cup pressure regulating valve steam control valve
control valve opening speed
atomizers, the combustion control system will __________. opening opening

provide uniform loading

The main reason counterweights are added to crankshafts is to reduce crankshaft end increase the strength of
14 641 C reduce piston side thrust and wear of main
__________. thrust the crank webs
bearings

An individual injection pump is designed for variable beginning

advance as the load retard as the load remain unchanged always occur at top dead
14 642 A and constant ending of injection. For diesel engines operating at
increases increases regardless of load center
constant speeds, the start of injection will __________.
 Diesel engines driving alternators operating in parallel must
maintain a set frequency regardless of load changes. The
14 643 C actuation sensitivity compensation promptness
governor characteristic used to accomplish this is known as
__________.
The control system for a controllable pitch propeller can be
programmed __________.; ; I. to produce a maximum combined
14 644 C propeller and engine efficiency between pitch and a given engine I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
speed ; II. for continuous operation of the engine at pre-set
conditions
The diesel engine component labeled "3", shown in the
14 646 B head valve assembly cylinder head scavenging air space cylinder liner MO-0122
illustration is called the __________.

The device should be set

to relieve at a pressure
At what pressure should a cylinder relief valve of an internal not more than 40
14 647 A by an authorized repair
combustion engine be set to relieve? percent in excess of the
maximum firing
pressure.
Cylinder relief valves Cylinder relief valves are
The valves should be set
should only be adjusted no longer required for
to just stop relieving with
large low speed engines
the engine running at full
facility with the due to advancements in
speed.
permission of the OCMI. combustion engineering.

When changing the direction of propeller shaft rotation in a diesel

14 648 D plant equipped with a pneumatic clutch, you must pause at fuel rack to readjust engine to slow down propeller to stop clutch to deflate
neutral to allow the __________.
When reassembling the bowl of the centrifuge, shown in the
too many disks being left the paring devices have the disks have not been excessive wear of the
illustration, the alignment mark on the locking ring passes the
14 649 D out of the bowl during been reinstalled in the placed back in the bowl locking ring and/or bowl MO-0012
bowl cover mark in excess of the manufacturer's specifications.
reassembly wrong order in numerical sequence threads
This is due to __________.

flyweights (piece #8 and

A schematic diagram of an isochronous hydraulic governor is proportioner piston
pilot valve (piece #10) #9) move inward and the balance piston (piece
14 650 A shown in the illustration. When the load is removed the speed (piece #25) moves MO-0100
moves upward pilot valve (piece #10) #22) moves downward
increases, and the __________. upward
moves downward

A viscous damper, as used on a marine diesel, is a sealed

14 651 C precision built device which dampens the torsional vibrations in camshaft flywheel crankshaft thrust shaft
the __________.
The end of fuel injection in a port-and-helix metering pump can uncovering a fuel port in covering a fuel port in closing the fuel pump opening the fuel pump
14 652 A
be controlled by __________. the pump barrel the pump barrel delivery valve delivery valve
Loss of lubricating oil pressure to the main propulsion diesel the ships/boats general
14 653 B overspeed trip audible/visual alarm reserve oil storage tank
engine will actuate a/an __________. alarm

Higher than normal jacket water temperatures occurring in all correct amount of cavitation erosion in the clogged sea suction
14 654 D oil suction line restriction
cylinders of a diesel engine can result from a/an __________. coolant water jackets strainer

If the operating speed of a diesel engine increases without an

clogged intake air
14 655 D apparent change in the engine control settings, you may suspect control air leak leaking air starting valve malfunctioning governor
intercooler
a __________.
Regarding the water level electrode assembly shown in the
fuel oil solenoid is de- normal water level is
14 656 A illustration, arrow "C" indicates the point at which the feed pump starts feed pump stops MO-0047
energized established
__________.
Trapped air was bled from the hydraulic system of a diesel
closed to cause the
engine governor while it had been operating at idle speed. Oil closed until it is
opened until hunting is engine to hunt in order to closed until engine
14 657 D was added to restore the correct level and the air vent plug approximately 1/16 of a
eliminated purge trapped air from hunting is eliminated
tightened. The compensating needle valve should then be turn open
the new oil
gradually __________.
 In the device shown in the illustration, the component lettered "A" heavy phase discharge light phase discharge
14 658 C dirty oil input port seal water input port MO-0012
is the __________. port port
Automatically fired auxiliary boilers use fuel oil strainer
14 659 D filter bag type metal disc type absorbent type duplex type
arrangements of either the simplex type or __________.

When centrifuging heavy fuel oil, an important factor to consider

14 660 C I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
is the __________.; ; I. flow rate ; II. viscosity of the fuel oil

A crankshaft whose center of gravity coincides with its center line

14 661 B dynamically balanced statically balanced counter balanced resonantly balanced
is said to be __________.
The amount of fuel injected in a particular time, or degree, of
14 662 C metering timing rate of injection rate of distribution
crankshaft rotation is termed __________.
In a normally operating diesel engine, the main source of
metal particles loosened air when no air cleaners condensation of water breakdown of the
14 663 D lubricating oil contamination in the crankcase is a result of the
by wear are used vapors lubricating oil by dilution
__________.
Which of the following problems will cause above normal cooling
An air leak in the header Benzotriazole found in Eroded baffle in the Low level in expansion
14 664 C water temperatures in a diesel engine using a closed freshwater
tank cover the primary water cooler tank
cooling system?
Large misalignments can
Slip is held to a Engine torsional
Which of the following statements represents an advantage of an be tolerated between the It aids in maintaining
14 666 C minimum when reversing vibrations to the driven
electromagnetic clutch? shaft and engine power factor.
shaft rotation. shaft are eliminated.
coupling.
The diesel engine piston illustrated is indicated by the component
14 667 C K 3 4 6 MO-0122
labled __________.
supplying all the air
charging the starting air providing the minimum necessary to start both topping off all receivers
Two air compressors are provided for the starting air system and
14 668 A containers within one quantity of starting air at the main engine and an at the required design
should be capable of __________.
hour all times auxiliary at the same pressures
time

Which of the following adjustments is always required whenever

14 669 B Speed droop Compensation Idle speed setting Load limit control
the diesel engine governor oil has been drained and renewed?

The air supplied to a diesel engine is compressed to

14 670 A __________.; ; I. provide heat for the ignition of the fuel ; II. I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
decrease injection delay

The possibility of damage from operating a diesel engine at a cast iron bed plate with
14 671 C an isochronous governor elastic engine mounts a vibration damper
critical speeds is reduced by the use of __________. good flexible qualities

The position of the fuel injection pump plunger, shown in the

14 672 D illustration, will provide fuel delivery to the diesel engine in an zero fuel flow normal fuel flow light fuel flow maximum fuel flow MO-0061
amount approximately equal to __________.
On small diesel engines, a noticeable decrease in the time
excessive oil
14 673 A interval between the replacement of the lube filter cartridge piston ring blow-by dirty air filter excessive oil pressure
temperature
indicates __________.
If the jacket water temperature of an operating diesel engine excess chromate
an overfilled expansion a clogged raw water sea cavitation erosion of the
14 674 C suddenly rises above normal, the cause can be attributed to treatment of the jacket
tank suction heat exchanger tubes
__________. water
On a diesel engine equipped with a hydraulic speed control
accumulator spring compensating needle
14 675 C governor, hunting in many cases can be corrected by adjusting balance piston proportional piston
compression valve
the __________.
 directly position the oil
initiate the bowl opening initiate the bowl closing
The liquid line labeled "P" in the device shown in the illustration, emulsion interface
14 676 A procedure for the self- procedure after the self- initially prime the bowl MO-0012
is used to __________. throughout the operation
cleaning cycle cleaning cycle
of the centrifuge

In an auxiliary boiler steam and water system, the highest

14 677 C steam stop valve dry pipe feedwater system generating tubes
pressure will be in the __________.
The RPM must be The governor has no The RPM will remain the
How is the diesel engine operating RPM affected when a 'ZERO The RPM will drop to low
14 678 D manually controlled by control over RPM in this same with or without
DROOP' setting is selected on the governor? idle when load is applied.
the load limit knob. mode. load.
The clutch glands of the gear unit, shown in the illustration, rotate
14 679 A engine speed propeller shaft speed an intermediate speed a fixed speed MO-0085
at __________.
When preparing to clean the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the
contamination of the irreparable damage to contamination of the premature loss of the
14 680 B illustration, the bowl must be brought to a complete stop to avoid MO-0012
clean fuel oil the unit unit's lube oil supply bowl seal liquid
__________.
The diesel engine connecting rod shown in the illustration is
14 681 B marine-type rod fork-and-blade type rod articulated type rod primary type rod MO-0010
classified as a/an __________.
The amount of fuel delivered by a helical plunger fuel injection varying the pump varying the pump return rotation of the pump rotation of the pump
14 682 C
pump is controlled by __________. discharge pressure pressure plunger barrel

A dirty diesel engine oil filter element can best be detected by visual inspection of the the pressure drop across high lube oil sump decrease in oil viscosity
14 683 B
__________. elements the filter temperature from the filter

If the coolant temperature of a closed cooling water system for a an excessive

a broken shaft on the an incorrect thermostatic lube oil in the cooling
14 684 B diesel engine gradually increases, the trouble usually is accumulation of scale in
freshwater pump element operating range water
__________. the heat exchanger

Lubrication systems When forced lubrication

using engine driven lube
oil pumps do not require
Which of the following statements concerning the lubrication of
any additional
14 685 C diesel propulsion engines used in vessels over 300 gross tons is
independent
most accurate?
arrangements when
such arrangements have
been proven reliable.
Lubrication systems
The use of engine driven is used for propulsion
where two oil coolers are
pre-lube pumps is engines, one
fitted require a minimum
permitted on vessels independently driven
of two temperature
with propulsion systems stand-by pump is to be
control devices which
developing less than 500 provided in addition to
may be actuated by
shaft horsepower. the necessary pumps for
similar sensors.
normal operation.

In an electromagnetic coupling, torque to the driven shaft is

14 686 B overload trip coupling pullout value staybolt strength shear-off coupling
limited by the __________.
If an auxiliary diesel engine will not crank but can be barred over, the driven component is sea suction valve is
14 687 A starting batteries water in the cylinder
the trouble may be __________. seized closed
Increasing the load on an engine equipped with a constant speed
14 688 B mechanical governor, will cause the engine speed to initially increase decrease fluctuate remain constant
__________.
engine torque is normally
One operating characteristic of the reversing reduction gear unit, slip is produced by second clutch may be idle clutch is fully
transmitted to the
14 689 A shown in the illustration, is that once a clutch is engaged, the backlash in the thrust engaged for additional expanded to hold its MO-0085
propeller shaft without
__________. bearings torque gear train stationary
slip

While operating the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the illustration, incorrect number of
gravity disk inside gravity disk inside
14 690 A the fuel oil is being continuously ejected with the sludge and the back pressure is too low disks have been place in MO-0012
diameter is too large diameter is too small
seal water. The probable cause is the __________. the disk stack

The small end of the connecting rod is attached to the piston with
14 691 C crankpin sliding wedge wrist pin torque bushing
a __________.
 pumping continues until pressure drops slowly plunger rotates to the
When the lower edge of the spiral begins to uncover the release effective pumping stroke
14 692 B the plunger travels its full until the full stroke is zero delivery position
port in a jerk pump, the __________. of the plunger ends
stroke attained until the next stroke
The pressure differential across a diesel engine lube oil system determine the need for measure any change in prevent excess pressure determine the need for
14 693 A
duplex filter should be checked to __________. filter cleaning oil viscosity downstream batch filtration
Some diesel engines are fitted with a thermometer in the cooling
water outlet from each cylinder. If the cooling water temperature increased blow-by in all incomplete combustion overloading in all insufficient fuel delivery
14 694 C
from all cylinders begins to rise above normal, you should cylinders in all cylinders cylinders to all cylinders
suspect __________.
Proper operation of the main engine reduction gear set requires
14 695 D the sump oil level oil flow sight glasses bearing temperatures all of the above
the operator to monitor __________.
The device shown in the illustration and indicated as the part heavy phase discharge light phase discharge
14 696 B dirty oil inlet port sealing water inlet port MO-0012
labeled "B" is the __________. port port
The fuel oil strainers in the fuel oil service system of an
automatically fired auxiliary boiler are permitted by the Coast
14 697 C Sintered metal type filter bag type duplex type absorbent type
Guard Regulations (46 CFR) to be either the simplex type or the
__________.
The torque transmitted by an electromagnetic slip coupling is
14 698 C engine speed harmonic frequency amount of slip resonance
dependent upon excitation and the __________.
The disks in the disk
The disks in the stack If the reassembly of the
stack must be restacked
The bowl of a disk type centrifuge is dynamically balanced. To must be restacked from disk stack does not allow
The disk stack can be from the lowest
maintain the balance of the bowl after it has been disassembled the highest numbered the proper seating of the
14 699 C reassembled in any numbered disk at the MO-0012
and cleaned, which of the following statements represent the disk at the bottom, to the bowl top, disks from the
sequence. bottom to the highest
normal practice of re-assembling? lowest numbered disk at mid-portion of the stack
numbered disk at the
the top. must be removed.
top.
On a diesel engine equipped with an isochronous governor, if the speed will drop speed will remain fairly
will stop due to zero fuel will stall upon application
14 700 D 'speed droop' control is reduced to the 'zero' setting, the engine drastically with any constant despite load
supply of load
__________. increase in load changes
The lower end of the piston rod, shown in the illustration, is fitted
14 701 B piston pin crosshead crank pin crosshead guide MO-0003
into the __________.

The duration of fuel injection developed by an individual port-and-

14 702 D total pump stroke pump plunger diameter plunger helix angle effective pump stroke
helix fuel injection pump, is determined by the __________.

What could cause the bypass valve in a full-flow lubrication Bypass valve setting is Fuel dilution of the
14 703 A Clogged filter element Check valve stuck open
system to open? too high lubricant
You are operating a main propulsion diesel engine at a constant
fuel oil being too heavy high water level in the
14 704 A load when the jacket water temperature begins to rise. This a piston about to seize dirty fuel oil filters
(viscous) expansion tank
could be caused by __________.

an additional pump is not no additional pumps are

required provided the
Where the size and design of an engine is such that lubrication engine driven pump is
14 705 D before starting is not necessary and an attached pump is capable of producing
normally used, __________. sufficient pressure
regardless of the
direction of rotation
an independently driven an independently driven
required if the vessel is
pump capable of stand-by pump is not
equipped with two
suppling each engine required if a complete
propulsion engines
with sufficient quantities duplicate of the attached
clutched to reduction
of oil during ahead pump is carried as a
gears through a suitable
operations is required spare
arrangement

As shown in the illustration, which of the following conditions

Separating temperature Controller setpoint Emergency stop button
14 706 A would be responsible for a 'low pressure in oil outlet' alarm to be Throughput too low MO-0127
too low changed not reset
indicated?
 When air is delivered under pressure to one of the glands of an inside diameter of the inside diameter of the gland rotates out of clutch begins to rotate
14 707 B
air-bladder clutch, the __________. clutch gland increases clutch gland decreases contact with the drums with the engine

The temperature of the contaminated fuel oil fed to the centrifuge selected according to the
14 708 B greater than 212°F 203°F to less than 212°F 160°F to 180°F MO-0012
shown in the illustration should be __________. oil's viscosity index

flyweights (piece #8 and

The schematic diagram of an isochronous hydraulic governor is proportioner piston
#9) move outward and balance piston (piece pilot valve (piece #10)
14 709 D shown in the illustration. If there is an increase in applied load, (piece #25) moves MO-0100
the pilot valve (piece #22) moves upward moves downward
the speed will decrease, and the __________. downward
#10) moves upward

Wear occurring at the tips of the reduction gear teeth is usually

14 710 D surface fatigue fretting corrosion heavy overloading gear misalignment
the result of __________.
The diesel engine connecting rod shown in the illustration is
14 711 C marine-type rod articulated rod fork-and-blade rod master rod MO-0010
called a/an __________.
varying the clearance
The amount of fuel injected into a cylinder by a unit injector is the firing pressure in the varying the length of the between the injector cam
14 712 B a metering helix
controlled by __________. cylinder plunger stroke and the injector rocker
arm
Before starting a diesel engine that has an engine driven lube oil pressurize the lube oil top off the expansion
14 713 C open the bypass line cut in the lube oil cooler
pump, the engineer should __________. system tank
bleed off the opening bleed off the closing directly discharge directly maintain the
The port labeled "G" on the device shown in the illustration is
14 714 B water from the operating water from the operating accumulated sludge position of the oil MO-0012
used to __________.
slide slide from the bowl emulsion interface

direct the force draft into

prevent slag the space between the prevent flame
The principal purpose of refractory and insulation installed in the protect the inner casing
14 715 B accumulation on the inner and outer casings, impingement on the
firebox of an auxiliary boiler is to __________. and reduce heat loss
corbels to maintain a pressure generating tube bank
seal

If an engine operates at 900 RPM at no load, and at 870 RPM at

14 716 B 3.10% 3.40% 3.70% 4.00%
full load, the speed droop is __________.
During the normal operation of the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the a consistent, heavy flow
clean oil discharging to an intermittent flow of thick sludge separated
14 718 A illustration, the flow from the port labeled "B" should be of separated water to the MO-0012
the day tank water to the sludge tank from the clean oil
__________. bilges
One engine will be
When two direct air start reversable medium speed diesel turning ahead and the
Full horsepower is
engines are coupled in parallel to a common propeller shaft, Mechanical reduction Full reversing torque is other astern with the
14 719 D available ahead and
which of the operating conditions listed will apply during extended gearing is not required. available. appropriate engine
astern.
periods of maneuvering? clutched in and out to
answer bells.

14 720 A Air bubbles in a hydraulic governor can cause __________. sluggish response speed droop variations isochronous governing sensitivity increase

The temperature of contaminated heavy fuel oil fed to the avoid vaporizing the prevent the melting of
prevent the fuel oil from avoid warping of the
14 721 A centrifuge, shown in the illustration, should be at 95°C (203°F) to water entrained in the the tin plate on the bowl MO-0012
attaining its flash point disks in the bowl
no greater than 99°C (210°F) in order to __________. fuel oil interior

The amount of fuel delivered for each cycle must be in

accordance with the engine load, and the same quantity of fuel
14 722 B must be delivered to each cylinder for each power stroke at that Proper timing Accurate metering Suitable injection rate Suitable atomization rate
load. Which of the following statements describes this
requirement?
 In a diesel engine lube oil system, which of the following parts
14 723 B Camshaft bearings Main bearings Piston crowns Cylinder walls
should be lubricated first?

two fuel oil transfer the capacity of the

two fuel oil transfer engine driven transfer
pumps, with a combined engine driven pump
Fuel oil transfer systems used onboard diesel propelled vessels pumps provided where pumps and only used in
14 724 A capacity exceeding the exceed the consumption
are required to have __________. one is to be independent constant speed
maximum comsumption rate of the engine to
of the main engine applications
of the main engine which it is attached

decrease the velocity of reduce the accumulation

Fins are installed on the fireside of the water-tubes, used in increase the heat
14 725 D gases flowing past the of soot deposits on the create turbulence
waste heat boilers, to __________. transfer surface area
tubes tubes
As shown in the illustration, which of the following conditions
Separating temperature Line to pressure switch All of the above are
14 726 D would cause the 'low pressure in oil outlet' alarm to be Throughput too low. MO-0127
too high. PS2 obstructed. correct.
illuminated?
bleed off the opening bleed off the closing directly remove directly maintain the
The port labeled "H" in the device shown in the illustration is used
14 727 A water from the operating water from the operating accumulated sludge position of the oil MO-0012
to __________.
slide slide from the bowl emulsion interface
drain and flush the
If a main propulsion diesel engine hunts excessively at idle adjust the idle speed adjust the compensating
14 728 C governor and replace the adjust the load limit
speed, you should __________. control needle valve
oil
Although slip in pneumatic clutches is normally undesirable in
obtaining maneuvering limiting shock loads
modern pneumatic clutch arrangements, some reduction gear reducing high speed controlling the warm up
14 729 C speeds below engine transmitted to the engine
units are provided with an optional slip clutch which is used to an torque vibrations of clutch friction surfaces
idle speed in heavy weather
advantage in __________.
A modern centrifuge, similar to the device shown in the
excessive back pressure not replacing the bowl O-
illustration, is opened for periodic cleaning. The most common the failure of the opening
14 730 D low drive motor RPM in the bowl and fuel oil rings that have taken a MO-0012
cause of operating failure after reassembling, is due to and closing water supply
break over permanent set
__________.
At dead center, the centerline of the connecting rod usually angularity of the piston inertia moment from the
14 731 C centerline of the cylinder centerline of the king pin
coincides with the __________. motion piston
The fuel injection pump shown in the illustration, the position of
14 732 A effective stroke effective pressure injection duration fuel bypass MO-0063
the plunger would give maximum __________.
The most crucial time for any bearing with regards to lubrication after proper oil viscosity
14 733 C during low loads during starting after cleaning filters
is __________. is reached

Immediately after starting a diesel engine, normal raw water and

jacket water pressures are indicated. However, the jacket water overloading in all a jammed three-way a high level in the surge
14 734 B chromate pH too low
temperature continues to rise. If there is no change in the sea cylinders thermostatic valve tank
temperature, you should suspect __________.

In a simple hydraulic governor with speed droop, oil under spring-loaded piston pressure pilot valve
14 735 C power piston governor sump
pressure is maintained ready for use in the __________. accumulator assembly

14 736 D The hunting of a diesel engine may be caused by __________. excessive speed droop insufficient speed droop excessive sensitivity low governor power

water-tube natural water-tube forced

14 737 D Auxiliary boilers can be classified as __________. fire-tube boilers all of the above
circulation boilers circulation boilers
In the illustration, If gear A has 72 teeth, gear B has 64 teeth,
14 738 C gear C has 24 teeth and gear D has 36 teeth, what is the RPM of 275.88 RPM 400.63 RPM 533.33 RPM 673.51 RPM MO-0088
the gear D if gear A is turning at 100 RPM?
 The greatest difference between the centrifuge bowl shown in the rotates at 1000 rpm rotates at 1000 rpm does not require a
14 739 A illustration and that of a tubular bowl, with straight, vertical, is self desludging higher than the old slower than the old discharge ring when MO-0012
interior surfaces, is that the illustrated unit __________. tubular bowl type tubular bowl type operated as a separator

decrease the velocity of

Fins are installed on the fireside of the water-tubes used in increase the rate of heat reduce accumulations of
14 740 B gases flowing past the direct the flow of gases
waste heat boilers to __________. transfer carbon deposits
tubes
Connecting rods in a diesel engine are used to connect the rocker arm to the crankshaft to the gear
14 741 D engine to the bed piston to the crankshaft
__________. camshaft train

delivering the same

maintaining the metering distributing the fuel to all
quantity of fuel to each timing fuel injection to
The term 'proper metering', as applied to a diesel fuel injection adjustment for a parts of the combustion
14 742 A cylinder for each power obtain maximum power
system, can be best defined as __________. reasonable period under chamber for proper
stroke according to and good fuel economy
all load conditions combustion
engine load

The magnetic lock between the armature and field in an brush contact with the
14 743 B controlled engine speed energizing the field coils rotating the primary rotor
electromagnetic coupling is established by __________. armature
The main propulsion diesel engine jacket water temperature
rises above normal, with the raw water sea suction and the Faulty thermostatic Eroded zinc pencils in Steam formation in the Excessive leakage from
14 744 A
expansion tank water level being normal. Which of the following bypass valve. the heat exchanger. expansion tank. jacket water pump seals.
problems is most likely the cause?
each heater shall have the system shall be
at least two heaters of
When fuel oil heaters are required for main engine operation, the capacity to supply designed to permit
14 745 B approximately equal size none of the above
__________. the main engine at full series or parallel
are to be installed
power operation
The component labeled "E" on the device shown in the illustration
14 746 C separating disk operating slide bowl bottom gravity disk MO-0012
is the __________.
As shown in the illustration, which of the following conditions
Steam supply pressure Separating temperature Regulating valve V4 is
14 747 B would be responsible for a 'low pressure in oil outlet' alarm Throughput too high. MO-0127
low. too high. closed.
indication?
operating the boiler at treating the boiler water
The rate of heat transfer in a water-tube auxiliary boiler can be installing fins on the increasing the amount of
14 748 B less than normal water with chemical oxygen
increased by __________. firesides of water-tubes excess air to the burners
level scavengers
Which of the couplings listed will prevent shock loads from being
14 749 D Grid Dog type Friction Hydraulic
transmitted to an engine?

14 750 D Governor hunting is caused by __________. governor undercontrol excessive speed droop insufficient speed droop governor overcontrol

In a diesel engine, pistons are attached to the crankshaft by

14 751 C push rods lash adjusters connecting rods piston guides
__________.

Regarding jerk-type fuel pumps as used on some auxiliary diesel helical groove on the
14 752 D delivery valve spring spill port for leakoff check valve in the guide
engines, the delivery cutoff point is controlled with a __________. plunger

A diesel engine using lube oil with too high a viscosity will exhibit increased starting increased oil thickening at higher
14 753 A minimal friction losses
__________. difficulty in cold weather consumption operating temperatures

Some diesel engines are fitted with a thermometer in the cooling

water outlet from each cylinder. If the cooling water temperature overloading of adjacent overloading of that increased blow-by in that incomplete combustion
14 754 B
from an individual cylinder begins to rise, you should suspect cylinders cylinder cylinder in that cylinder
__________.
 During the operation of the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the
illustration, liquid is passing continuously through the sludge gravity disk inside gravity disk seal ring is operating slide seal ring sliding bowl bottom seal
14 755 D MO-0012
outlet, or the bowl is unintentionally 'shooting'. The probable diameter is too large defective is defective ring is defective
cause is the __________.
In the illustrated auxiliary diesel engine governor, decreasing the
increasing the speed decreasing the
14 756 B distance between piece #6 and piece #10 will affect the engine decreasing the speed increasing the speed MO-0094
droop setting overspeed trip setting
by __________.

steam and water are

the heat of combustion is automatic burner cycling
Large steam drums are not required in the design of a coil-type separated in the the volume of steam is
14 758 A sufficient to remove all controls steam volume
auxiliary water-tube boiler because __________. accumulator (flash small at low pressures
moisture from the steam and quality
chamber)

produce excessive
If the compensating needle valve of a hydraulic governor is have a larger than respond slowly to any stabilize engine speed at
14 759 B speed response to a
opened more than necessary the governor will __________. normal dead band change in engine load the new governor setting
load change
The port labeled "D" in the device shown in the illustration is used
14 760 B the light phase accumulated sludge the dosing water the closing water MO-0012
for discharging __________.
Which construction detail is apparent in the connecting rod and The piston is designed The piston is water The wrist pin is free
14 761 A It is a fork assembly. MO-0011
piston assembly shown in the illustration? with a heat dam. cooled. floating.
The plunger in a jerk pump is rotated until the release port is The fuel delivered to the
The maximum effective The injection nozzle will
14 762 A uncovered. If the port remains uncovered all of the time, which of No fuel will be delivered. cylinder will be
stroke will be attained. overheat and carbonize.
the listed operations will occur? excessive.
Immediately after any diesel engine is started, the engineer
14 763 B crankcase pressure lube oil pressure saltwater pressure exhaust temperature
should check the __________.

One result of operating a diesel engine at light load with reduction in lube oil increase in cylinder
14 764 D decrease in ignition lag increase in fuel economy
excessively low cooling water temperatures is a/an __________. viscosity misfiring

Piping from booster pumps to injection systems are to be at least

14 765 C schedule 60 schedule 80 standard seamless steel none of the above
__________.

insignificant
A 'low pressure in oil outlet' alarm indication, as shown in the the proper setting of insufficient heating of the the three-way valve (V1)
14 766 C accumulations of sludge MO-0127
illustration, may be caused by __________. valve V4 processed liquid not opening
within the bowl assembly

The speed droop characteristics of two similar diesel engines, Engine "B" will operate
Engine "A" will take a Engine "A" will take Engine "B" will operate
driving two similar DC generators, are connected in parallel. at a lower RPM than
14 767 A greater part of the load lesser part of the load at a higher RPM than MO-0109
From the illustrated diagram, determine which of the following engine "A" when
than engine "B". than Engine "B". engine "A".
statements is true. operating alone.

The best method for determining the amount of eccentricity or bridge gauge to check dial indicator mounted
thickness gauge
offset misalignment between the disconnected propeller shaft straight edge laid across the position of each on one flange indicating
14 768 D between the separated
coupling flange and the reduction gear output flange is by using a the flange edges flange in relation to the any misalignment of the
flange faces
__________. other other flange

While operating the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the illustration, one or more of the the seal ring on the
the operating water the bowl disk set is
14 769 D the bowl fails to open for sludge ejection. The probable cause is sludge ports is partially operating slide is MO-0012
pressure is too high clogged
that __________. clogged defective
Hydraulic couplings will transmit torque equal to the input torque less than 2 per cent slip momentary torsional
slip between the impeller axial thrust generated by
14 770 A by means of energy changes in a rotating vortex of liquid. For between the impeller and vibration transmitted by
and runner the runner pinion shaft
the vortices to form, there must be __________. runner the driving impeller
reciprocating at the reciprocating at the
In diesel engines designed with a crosshead, the motion of the
14 771 C piston pin, rotary at the crank pin, rotary at the straight reciprocation straight rotation
piston rod can be described as __________.
crank pin piston pin
 The barrel rotates to the
Which of the following will occur when the lower edge of the The plunger immediately The pressure drops and The plunger rotates to
14 772 B zero effective stroke
spiral, on the plunger of a jerk pump, uncovers the spill port? reverses direction. fuel delivery stops. the no fuel position.
position.
During the operation of the fuel oil centrifuge shown in the
separating temperature clean oil outlet valve has
14 773 B illustration, it is found that the 'clean' oil discharge contains water. gravity disk is too large throughput is too high MO-0012
is currently 95°C (203°F) not been fully opened
The most probable cause is the __________.
If the jacket water temperature in an auxiliary diesel engine
air binding of the engine a cracked water cooled blockage in the heat faulty operation of the
14 774 D cooling system is lower than normal, the probable cause is
cooling system exhaust manifold exchanger thermostat
__________.
Before any work is done on a burner in an automatically fired allow the boiler to cool lock all safety interlock close all manually
14 775 D block all control valves
auxiliary boiler, you should always __________. completely switches closed operated fuel valves

If the a main propulsion diesel engine governor works irregularly a sticking fuel control a malfunctioning an unlocked overspeed
14 776 A floating valves
with a jerking motion, a possible cause can be __________. linkage overload cam trip

clockwise, due to the counterclockwise, due to counterclockwise, due to

When reassembling the bowl of a disk-type centrifuge, the bowl clockwise, due to the
14 777 C bowl rotating the bowl rotating the bowl rotating
or locking ring is rotated __________. bowl rotating clockwise
counterclockwise clockwise counterclockwise

An engine is equipped with the overspeed trip similar to that

shown in the illustration. The throw out weight is designed to run change the angle of the
increase compression on decrease compression install a larger throw out
14 778 A at 900 RPM and trip out at 10% overspeed. However, the operating face by MO-0101
spring #12 on spring #12 weight piece #10
overspeed trip is currently activating at 930 RPM. In order to machining piece #10
correct this problem, __________.
Pitting in the area close to the pitch line and on the same end of
misalignment of the
14 779 D each gear tooth of a reduction gear unit would be caused by corrosion on the gears excessive gear speed dirt in the oil
gears
__________.
There are two glands provided where the piston rod exits the
seal against scavenge prevent crankcase oil maintain crankcase maintain crankcase
14 780 A cylinder shown in the illustration. The purpose of the top gland is MO-0083
air leakage leaking out vacuum pressure
to __________.
Which of the components listed is only found in an opposed
14 781 D Exhaust valves Scavenging ports Combustion chambers Double crankshafts
piston engine?
In a jerk pump, the amount of fuel that will be forced through the the number of sleeve
the pump supply how the plunger is
14 782 C spray nozzle on each upward stroke of the plunger depends on the slope of the fuel cam segments engaged with
pressure rotated
__________. the rack
To guarantee that a reduction gear bearing is receiving proper oil lube oil temperature at bearing lube oil lube oil pressure to the
14 783 C lube oil strainer magnets
supply, you should check the __________. the cooler outlet temperature bearing
If the coolant temperature is excessively low as it passes
water condensation in corrosion of the nozzle carbon deposits on the over lubrication of the
14 784 B through the internally cooled fuel injectors, the injectors may be
the fuel tip leakoff inlet needle valve
damaged by __________.
shall not be used in any
Valves and fittings used with diesel engine fuel oil pressure are to be used on over 33 mm O.D. will be are not to be used on
instance where the fitting
14 785 D piping may be threaded in sizes up to and including 60 mm O.D., pressure lines in sizes permitted in lieu of pressure lines in sizes
is subjected to excessive
but screwed unions __________. 33 mm O.D. and over flanged connections 33 mm O.D. and over
vibration
If the regulating valve V4 shown in the illustration vibrated open,
Low pressure in oil Low oil temperature after High oil temperature
14 786 A which of the following alarm conditions would be indicated at the No discharge. MO-0127
outlet. preheater. after preheater.
program unit panel?
Constant capacity, pressure atomizing, fuel burners designed to automatically supplied automatically supplied equipped with standard cycled on and off in
14 787 D meet a wide variation in steaming loads on an auxiliary boiler, with warmer air on with more fuel on variable capacity response to steam
are __________. demand demand atomizers demand
maximum power and normal operating
Adjustments to the compensating needle valve in a hydraulic maximum power at a half speed and normal
14 788 D load under normal temperature without a
governor should be made with the engine at __________. normal load temperature
conditions load
 Port "C" of the device shown in the illustration is used as the heavy phase discharge light phase discharge
14 789 A dirty oil inlet port sealing water inlet port MO-0012
__________. port port
The fuel oil strainers located in the fuel oil service system of an
14 790 C automatic auxiliary heating boiler are either the duplex type or filter bag type Perry filter type simplex type absorbent type
the __________.

The top ring is located The inside surface of the A nickel-bearing insert is A heat dam design is
Which of the following design features will reduce the possibility
14 791 D as close to the piston rim piston head is rounded cast into the top ring sometimes used in the
of overheating the top compression rings of a cast iron piston?
as possible. into the ring belt. groove. piston head.

reduces magnetic pull transmits generates the low

reduces resonance and
caused by non- electromagnetic flux frequency current which
14 792 D In an electromagnetic slip coupling, the slip __________. accentuates the turning
concentric through the primary excites the secondary
moment irregularities
electromagnets circuit electromagnet

Which of the listed diesel engine operating conditions should be Water level in the
14 793 C Exhaust temperature Lube oil level Lube oil pressure
checked immediately after any diesel engine is started? expansion tank

The component labeled "F" on the device shown in the illustration

14 794 B dosing ring operating slide paring disk sliding bowl bottom MO-0012
is known as the __________.
The boiler shown in the illustration would be classed as single-pass, fire-tube, forced circulation, coil-
14 795 B two-pass, scotch marine two-pass, water-tube MO-0064
__________. scotch marine type

Accurate alignment Torsional vibrations from

Torque is controlled by
Which of the following statements is correct concerning a between the rotating Rapid declutching is the engine are
14 796 C the volume of oil in the
hydraulic coupling? members is extremely impossible. transmitted directly to
coupling.
important. the hull by the coupling.

During extremely cold weather, while starting an engine, it turns

14 797 C too slowly and fails to start. This problem is most likely the high fuel oil viscosity low fuel oil temperature high lube oil viscosity energized glow plugs
result of __________.
When transmitted by a reduction gear, diesel engine speed is
14 798 C remains the same is reduced is increased is eliminated
reduced and the torque available for work __________.
Which of the couplings listed is normally not repairable, and is Flexible disk-ring
14 799 B Gear-type coupling Grid spring coupling Block and jaw coupling
usually replaced if completely damaged? coupling
Excessive wear at part #11, shown in the illustration would result increased oil
14 800 B improper timing lost compression low oil pressure MO-0027
in __________. consumption
increase the distance
ensure that all heat in provide a short direct
The purpose of a heat dam used in some diesel engine cast iron concentrate all heat in heat must travel from the
14 801 B the piston crown is path for heat to flow from
pistons is to __________. the piston crown crown to the top ring
conducted to the top ring the crown to the top ring
groove

regulating the speed of rotating the fuel injector regulating the speed of
14 802 B Load control on a diesel engine is accomplished by __________. changing engine timing
the turbocharger pump plunger the fuel oil transfer pump

Immediately after starting a small high-speed diesel engine, you cooling water
14 803 D lube oil temperature fuel pressure lube oil pressure
should check the __________. temperature
Prolonged operation of a diesel engine with a closed cooling
decrease lube oil cause sulfuric acid
14 804 D water system, at lower than normal designed operating increase power output eliminate fuel knock
viscosity formation
temperatures can __________.
so constructed as to solenoid released upon forge constructed under
Valves used in diesel engine fuel oil pressure piping are to be either of the gate or
14 805 A permit packing under the failure of engine the approval of the
__________. globe valve type
pressure lubrication Marine Inspector
 As shown in the illustration, which of the following conditions may
Vibration switch Faulty water solenoid All of the above are
14 806 B be the cause for the 'low pressure in oil outlet' alarm to be Throughput too high. MO-0127
activated. valve. correct.
illuminated?

Regarding the water level electrode assembly shown in the midway between arrows
14 807 A at arrow "B" at arrow "C" at arrow "D" MO-0047
illustration, normal water level would be indicated __________. "B" and "C"

Increase the Compress the

To increase the speed setting of the governor shown in the Open the compensating Increase the load limit
14 808 A compression of the compensating dashpot MO-0096
illustration, which of the listed adjustments must be made? needle valve. adjustment.
speeder spring. spring.
The RPM of "A" is 100 and hobbed with 88 teeth. If gears "B",
14 809 C "C", and "D" have 66, 22, and 48 teeth respectively, the RPM of 61.11 RPM 412.50 RPM 550.00 RPM 45.83 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
Auxiliary boilers are divided into several classifications, one of fire-tube controlled fire-tube supercritical water-tube natural water-tube express
14 810 C
which is __________. circulation circulation circulation circulation

The upper compression The lower scraper rings

The diagram shows a The piston pin is free to ring is protected from are protected from
14 811 C Which statement correctly applies to the illustration? MO-0011
barrel piston. rotate in the bushing. overheating by a heat overheating by a heat
dam. dam.

varies the compression

Movement of the pump control rack in a fuel injection system changes the position of changes the length of varies the quantity of fuel
14 812 C of the delivery valve
using individual plunger-type pumps __________. the fuel inlet ports the pump stroke delivered
spring
A diesel engine with a full speed of 1000 RPM drives a propeller
14 813 B 0.3 to 1 3.33 to 1 33 to 1 300 to 1
at 300 RPM. What is the speed reduction ratio?

A faulty thermostatic bypass valve, in a diesel engine cooling excessive time required excessive freshwater scale formation on the saltwater mixing with the
14 814 A
system, can result in __________. for warming-up corrosion saltwater side freshwater

Which of the listed governor characteristics will greatly affect the

14 815 C Sensitivity Power Speed droop Compensation
load sharing relationship between paralleled diesel generators?

Auxiliary boilers are divided into several classifications, one of water-tube supercritical water-tube forced fire-tube controlled fire-tube express
14 816 B
which is __________. circulation circulation circulation circulation

One of the most common causes of reduction gear failure is surface fatigue of the an inadequate lube oil fretting corrosion from
14 817 B plastic flow of the gears
gear wear caused by scoring as a result of __________. gears film water contamination

The purpose of the separating nozzle in the accumulator of a

dry steam from the condensate from superheated steam from sludge accumulations
14 818 A water-tube, coil-type, steam generator is to separate
steam and water mixture feedwater saturated steam from feedwater
__________.
A direct acting, pneumatically controlled governor for a diesel
engine operates in a range of 10 to 50 psi. The fuel rack position
14 819 A is at 20 millimeters when the governor air pressure is 30 psi. If 13 millimeters 17 millimeters 22 millimeters 24 millimeters
the governor air pressure changes to 20 psi, the fuel rack setting
will change to __________.

The major cause of trouble in a mechanical-hydraulic governor is

14 820 A dirt fuel oil governor cooling water fuel oil tars
contamination of the hydraulic fluid by __________.

the skirt being tapered the skirt being tapered the crown being tapered
Cast iron pistons used in large propulsion diesel engines are no taper for the entire
14 821 D and smaller than the and larger than the and smaller than the
constructed with __________. length
crown crown skirt
The amount of fuel delivered by a unit injector is controlled by
14 822 C camshaft main spring rack position nozzle orifice size
the __________.
 Which of the listed substances can be satisfactorily removed
14 823 A Sludge Gasoline Fuel oil Lube oil
from diesel fuel by centrifuging?

An emergency diesel generator cooling system is equipped with open, and the coolant close, and the engine close, and the coolant
open, and the coolant
14 824 C an automotive type thermostat. If the thermostat bellows loses temperature will coolant temperature will temperature will
temperature will increase
its charge, the thermostat will __________. decrease increase decrease

Check valves are to be Strainers are to be

Cut-out valves are to be
located at the service provided in the fuel oil
located at the service The injection line is to be
Which of the following statements is correct concerning ABS tank and be so arranged injection pump discharge
tanks and be so of seamed drawn pipe
14 825 B rules for fuel oil injection systems as found on diesel propelled as to be operable from line and shall be capable
arranged as to be and fittings are to be
vessels? the uppermost platform of being cleaned while
operable from the engine extra heavy.
of the engine the engine is in
room floor plates.
compartment. operation.

Adjust the PAS monitor

Which of the following steps should be taken if the 'high oil
Increase temperature at Re-adjust wing tank Confirm preheater set and reset the
14 826 C temperature after preheater' LEDS, as shown in the illustration, MO-0127
the settling tank. storage temperatures. point temperature. proportional band
are illuminated?
controller.

Downcomers installed on auxiliary package boilers are protected several rows of screen
14 827 A refractory and insulation steel baffles water wall tubes
from direct contact with hot gases by __________. tubes

Pitted reduction gear teeth having a deep blue color with

14 828 D excessive speed improper warm-up extreme misalignment inadequate lubrication
evidence of overheating have been operated with __________.

Which of the listed problems will happen when the water level of The fusible plugs will Excess steam will be The furnace will
14 829 A The furnace will explode.
a fire-tube type auxiliary boiler approaches the crown sheet? melt. generated. overheat.

running at normal running at half speed running at maximum

Compensating needle valve adjustments to a hydraulic governor developing maximum
14 830 A operating temperature and at normal power and load under
should be made with the engine __________. power at normal load
without load temperature normal conditions
14 831 C The upper section of a piston is called the __________. land skirt crown plate
The effective pump stroke of an individual port-and-helix fuel plunger control rack
14 832 C fuel delivery pressure pump plunger diameter total pump stroke
injection pump is determined by the __________. position

by design, is drilled with

would be located in the is required by Coast
a tapered hole so that
A waterside fusible plug, installed in a fire-tube auxiliary boiler center of the crown Guard Regulations as an
14 833 B boiler water pressure all of the above
__________. sheet and inserted from excess pressure
holds the fusible metal in
the fireside relieving device
the bronze body

Which direction of rotation of the gear pump shown in the

14 834 C illustration will produce the correct direction of oil discharge to I only II only Both I and II Neither I nor II MO-0092
operate the governor?; ; I. clockwise ; II. Counterclockwise

The teeth on the larger The teeth on the larger

The gear of larger
Which of the following characteristics is true relative to meshing Both gears will operate gear are larger than the gear are smaller than the
14 835 A diameter will rotate at a
spur gears? in the same direction. teeth on the smaller teeth on the smaller
slower RPM.
gear. gear.
 removable spiral metal
gas retarders being
extensive fireside
inserted in the tubes to
the rear of the boiler baffling used to its
A horizontal fire-tube package boiler, incorporating a two-pass decrease the gas
14 836 C being used as a fullest, enabling all of the above
design, is basically constructed with __________. velocity to a minimum,
combustion chamber increased heat transfer
thus extracting the
rates
maximum caloric heat
value
area times the stroke, volume times the stroke,
14 837 B Engine displacement is equal to the cylinder __________. area times the stroke times the number of volume times the stroke times the number of
cylinders cylinders
When passing through mesh contact, the teeth of a reduction
14 838 C gear first go through a series of actions best described as galling squeezing sliding slipping
__________.
The fusible plugs used in fire-tube auxiliary boilers are installed in
14 839 D furnace corbell header stay tube crown sheet
the __________.

A main propulsion diesel engine is fitted with a pneumatically

actuated governor, having an operating range of 10 to 60 psig.
14 840 D The current fuel rack setting is 15 mm at 30 psig. If the air 10 mm 14 mm 15 mm 20 mm
pressure to the governor is increased to 40 psig, the fuel rack
setting will change to __________.

To allow for greater To seal the cylinder To provide additional

Why is the ring belt narrower in diameter than the skirt of a piston To provide an additional
14 841 A expansion due to higher against leakage of strength for the crown
designed for a diesel engine? surface for oil cooling.
operating temperature. combustion gases. and lower structure.

The amount of fuel delivered by a helical plunger type fuel rotation of the pump rotation of the pump varying the pump supply varying the pump return
14 842 A
injection pump is controlled by __________. plunger barrel pressure pressure

Cooling water pumps driven by direct-reversing diesel engines curved impeller vane curved impeller vane straight impeller vane straight impeller vane
14 843 C
are usually __________. with tangential outlet with concentric outlet with concentric housing with tangential housing

If the operating element of a thermostatic valve installed in a

a low level in the engine excessively high coolant malfunctioning of the
14 844 C diesel engine cooling system malfunctions, it may result in improper temperatures
expansion tank pressure jacket water heater
__________.
In a diesel engine, excessive cylinder liner wear will cause
14 845 C __________.; ; I. increased blowby ; II. wear between the piston I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
ring and groove
Part "M" of the device shown in the illustration shown, is referred
14 846 A top or separating disk intermediate disk bottom disk paring disk MO-0012
to as the __________.
In the past, the interior sides of most centrifugal purifier bowls
allow a greater volume of assist in reducing the
were straight. However. the interior side of the bowl shown in the assist in the self- eliminate the need for a
14 847 B sealing water to be thickness of the MO-0012
illustration, as compared to a straight interior vertical side bowl, is cleaning process discharge ring
carried emulsion interface
designed to __________.

To correct a hunting problem in a main propulsion diesel engine increase the governor oil adjust the speed droop adjust the speeder adjust the compensating
14 848 D
hydraulic governor, you should __________. pressure setting spring travel needle valve

The color of the engine exhaust from a diesel propelled ship

14 849 A clear hazy light brown hazy light blue hazy light gray
should be __________.
Which of the listed governor operating characteristics is
14 850 A Zero speed droop Positive speed droop Negative speed droop Varying speed droop
considered to be isochronous?
 allow for the expansion prevent crankcase
The diameter of a piston is usually less at the crown than at the facilitate the installation reduce wearing of the
14 851 B of the piston during vapors from entering the
skirt, in order to __________. of piston rings upper cylinder liner
operation combustion chamber

On a diesel engine equipped with individual jerk type fuel pumps,

equalize effective regulate combustion regulate exhaust change from light to
14 852 A adjustments should be made to the tappets (push rods) of the
delivery strokes pressures temperatures heavy fuel
pumps to __________.
Which of the following manufacturing methods is recommended Electric resistance
14 853 C Cold rolled Seamless drawn Straight seam
for diesel engine fuel injection line piping? welded
The power output of a turbocharged diesel engine will drop if the
exhaust pressure air charge density scavenge effect
14 854 C cooling water flow through the aftercooler is interrupted because turbocharger stalls
increases decreases increases
the __________.
Which of the following conditions would cause the 'high oil
Overheating oil supply Properly operating steam Excessively fouled heat Steam control valve
14 855 D temperature after preheater' alarm as shown in the illustration to MO-0127
pump. trap. exchanger. opened too far.
be indicated?

A burned exhaust valve may be detected by a higher than normal exhaust temperature cooling water
14 856 B firing pressure compression pressure
__________. from a particular cylinder temperature

Helical reduction gears, as used with main propulsion drive provide smooth
eliminate propeller shaft translate heavy load into allow construction with
14 857 C trains, are constructed so that several teeth are meshed at the continuous power
end thrust high speed output fewer gear teeth
same time to __________. transmission
Rapid increase in Rapid increase in Rapid increase in Rapid increase in
What occurs in the combustion space of a diesel engine cylinder
14 858 C temperature with pressure with constant pressure and volume and decrease in
shortly after ignition and before the piston reaches TDC?
constant pressure. temperature. temperature. pressure.
Successful combustion inside the cylinders of a diesel engine is proper mixing of fuel and
14 859 D fine atomization high temperature all of the above
dependent upon __________. air
Which of the combustion parameters listed is used in a diesel
14 860 C Atomization Metering Effective stroke Penetration
engine, but NOT related to the injection system?
An advantage of aluminum pistons, when compared to cast iron greater high temperature greater weight per cubic increased resistance to
14 861 B better heat conductivity
pistons is __________. strength inch wear

The control rack to a unit injector regulates fuel delivery by altering spring tension on rotating the helix of the regulating the lift of the altering the actual length
14 862 B
__________. the plunger plunger check valve of the plunger stroke

The air bladder clutch used with some reversing reduction drive multi-plate friction plates two independent
14 863 D twin-disk clutch plates jaw-type clutch plates
gears, consists of __________. with sliding collars clutches

Carbon will plug the

Which of the following conditions will develop if the flow of 'raw' Air will enter the cooling The jacket water The lube oil viscosity will
14 864 C water cooled exhaust
cooling water to a diesel engine is obstructed? system. temperature will rise. increase.
manifolds.
Which of the listed conditions will occur if a diesel engine exhaust Loss of compression for Misfiring or rough
14 865 D Damage to the valve All of the above
valve is leaking? that cylinder running
nonexistent in the
Fuel oil penetration into the cylinder of a diesel engine is dependent on air reduced by finer increased by finer
14 866 B precombustion chamber
__________. turbulence atomization atomization
system
Precombustion chambers, air cells, and energy cells in high-
fuel/air ratio during
14 867 D speed, small bore diesel engines all serve to increase firing pressure ignition quality of fuel turbulence
compression
__________.
compensates for
Some medium and high-speed diesel engines require reduction
must churn the oil in the is connected to the is driven at the highest alignment variations
14 868 B gear units to provide a useful propeller speed. In most reduction
sump propeller shaft RPM between the engine and
gears, the bull gear __________.
pinion gear
 If the piston stroke in a four stroke cycle diesel engine is 10 1/2
14 869 B inches and the speed of rotation of the crankshaft is 720 RPM, 1200 feet/minute 1260 feet/minute 1320 feet/minute 1380 feet/minute
what is the average piston speed?
They strive to maintain a They cause a
Which of the following statements best describes the operational They are suitable for use constant prime mover proportional drop in They have poor
14 870 B
characteristics of an isochronous governors? on main propulsion units. speed for all values of prime mover speed as sensitivity at high RPM.
steady load. the load is increased.
Item #16 of the piston shown in the illustration is a/an thrust plate or thrust
14 871 A piston carrier pin oil drain passage bearing insert tang MO-0011
__________. washer
The fuel injection pumps on a diesel engine are controlled by a
14 872 C camshaft crankshaft governor flywheel
linkage system attached to the __________.
What type of fitting is to be used on diesel engine fuel injection
14 873 C Mild steel Hardened steel Extra heavy Double extra heavy
line piping?
poor contact between
Improper cooling of a diesel engine cylinder liner due to the low compression increased cylinder lube
14 874 B increased piston wear compression rings and
accumulation of scale deposits, may cause __________. pressure oil consumption
liner
Which of the following conditions would cause the 'low Excessive phosphate
Steam supply pressure Specific gravity of the Properly operating steam
14 875 A temperature after preheater' alarm as shown in the illustration to treatment of the boiler MO-0127
too low. fuel too high. trap in discharge line.
be illuminated? water.
Diesel engine exhaust gas temperatures can be used to
14 876 A performance horsepower output fuel consumption scavenge effect
determine individual cylinder __________.

volume of the supply line

The volume of available air supply required by an air clutch varies frequency of
14 877 D size of the clutch between the control all of the above
with the __________. engagement
valve and the clutch

maintain a constant
The principal characteristic of an isochronous governor is it will slow the machine down shut down the engine if it display excessive speed
14 878 D speed with variations of
__________. as the load is increased overspeeds droop
load
Combustion does not Maximum cylinder firing
Maximum combustion Turbulence in the
begin until the piston pressure is not
14 879 D Which statement about diesel engine combustion is true? pressure is reached cylinder causes a delay
starts down on the power developed until the
before TDC. in ignition.
stroke. piston passes TDC.
High velocity turbulence is imparted to the air charge to the diesel a Mexican hat piston a precombustion
14 880 D masked intake valves directional intake ports MO-0007
engine, shown in the illustration, by __________. crown chamber

Which of the listed design features is most common to a two- Cross-scavenging air
14 881 A Crosshead construction Trunk type pistons Single reduction gearing
stroke/cycle low-speed main propulsion diesel engines? flow

Movement of the control rack of the fuel injector shown in the fuel pump delivery
14 882 C fuel injection rate fuel injection cycle quantity of fuel injected MO-0061
illustration, changes the __________. pressure

All of the diesel engine cylinder firing pressures are normal, yet
Excessively early
14 883 D all of the exhaust temperatures are low. Which of the following Combustion knock Leaking piston rings Light load
injection timing
situations is responsible for this condition?

higher raw water higher jacket water a malfunctioning

14 884 B Keel coolers fouled with marine growth, will result in __________. higher fuel temperature
temperatures temperatures thermostat
Proper atomization of fuel in diesel engine combustion chambers affect the injection reduce compression
14 885 B improve combustion decrease power output
will __________. pressure pressure

The function of the synchronizing motor on the generator drive the terminal shaft turn the governor drive provide remote control in power the generator
14 887 C MO-0092
governor illustrated is to __________. at a set speed shaft during start-up speed adjustment synchronizing lamps
 remove moisture
take firing and inject fuel oil into the relieve excess pressure
14 888 A The purpose of the device illustrated is to __________. accumulation from the MO-0031
compression readings cylinder in the cylinder
cylinder prior to starting

a proportional action
Governors used on diesel engines to limit the load must be a fixed maximum fuel a variable maximum fuel pivotless centrifugal
14 889 B compensation
equipped with __________. stop stop flyballs
mechanism
The ability of a fuel particle to travel into the combustion chamber
14 890 A penetration permanence turbulence atomization
before burning is called __________.
double-acting crosshead single-acting crosshead double-acting trunk
14 891 D The piston shown in the illustration is a __________. single-acting trunk piston MO-0011
piston piston piston
The effective stroke of a constant-stroke, individual, fuel injection
14 892 A control rack delivery valve governor speed plunger crossbar
pump is varied by the __________.

14 893 B The pinion gear shown in the illustration, is located __________. below #1 and #3 between #1 and #3 between #2 and #4 below #2 and #4 MO-0086

high temperature dangerous thermal

Insufficient piston cooling for a large, low-speed, main propulsion excessive crosshead change in fuel cetane
14 894 A corrosion and burning off expansion of the piston
diesel engine burning heavy fuels, can result in __________. temperatures number
of piston crown metal skirt

A piston in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine makes four strokes mechanical cycle of period of two combustion
14 895 B crankshaft revolution cycle of two events
during each __________. operation cycles

transmit fly weight rotate the fly weights at a transmit speeder spring transmit speeder rod
The purpose of the ball-head unit shown in the illustration of the
14 896 B movement to the floating speed proportional to compression to the fly motion to the rotating MO-0092
governor is to __________.
lever engine speed weights bushing

When the ahead clutch When the idle clutch

Control air is supplied so
Which of the operating functions listed applies to the clutch The clutch glands are gland is engaged, the gland is deflated, its
14 897 A that both clutch glands MO-0085
glands of the unit shown in the illustration? fitted with friction blocks. astern clutch gland is not friction blocks ride on the
inflate simultaneously.
rotating. drum.

In the pressure-volume diagram shown in the illustration, fuel

14 898 A c d e f MO-0035
injection occurs at point __________.
The component labeled "O" on the device shown in the
14 899 A sliding bowl bottom bottom disk sludge separator bowl body MO-0012
illustration is called the __________.
The diesel engine valve subjected to most severe conditions of
14 900 A cylinder exhaust valve air starting valve air inlet valve cylinder relief valve
service is the __________.
14 901 B The lower section of a piston is called the __________. land skirt crown plate
set up the fuel rack
The function of the window cast into the housing of an individual allow the pump to be check for sludge on the check that the fuel return
14 902 A calibration in cubic
jerk pump is to __________. timed to the engine pump barrel passages are clear
millimeters

Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur if oil The purifier must be The purifier must be The purifier will gradually
The bowl will eventually
14 903 D containing moisture is continuously fed to a purifier operating as operated at a higher operated at a higher change operation to
fill with water.
a clarifier? temperature. speed. separation.

Scale and dirt accumulation in the waterside of a lube oil cooler

14 904 C will be indicated by a gradual increase in the lube oil TBN number viscosity temperature foaming
__________.
 The piping shall be so
All storage tanks The piping is to be
arranged to allow for All high pressure piping
connected to the leakoff effectively shielded and
uncomplicated removal shall be of the double
Which of the following statements is an accurate description of piping of fuel injection secured to prevent fuel
of the fuel injection lined type, with the outer
14 905 D fuel injection piping used on diesel engines with a cylinder bore of systems shall be or fuel mist from
equipment and other leakoff line suitably
250 mm and above? provided with high level reaching a source of
associated components channeled to a dedicated
alarms and sufficient ignition on the engine or
located on the cylinder tank.
means for emptying. its surroundings.
head.

Which of the following conditions would be the most probable

Improper steam trap Incorrect steam control Too high a temperature Too low a temperature in
14 906 B cause for the 'low oil temperature after preheater' LED indicators, MO-0127
selection. valve setting. in settling tank. day tank.
as shown in the illustration, to be illuminated?

A change in the degree of fuel atomization in a diesel engine

14 907 B air turbulence fuel penetration fuel spray angle fuel injection rate
would most greatly affect __________.
Which of the following devices is a common basic element with Weights acted on by Isochronous droop
14 908 C Power piston Control rack
nearly all mechanical governors? centrifugal force spring
Theoretical perfect combustion in a diesel engine yields by- aldehydes and carbon water vapor and carbon nitrogen and carbon water vapor and carbon
14 909 D
products of __________. dioxide monoxide monoxide dioxide

require no lubrication compensate for gross are able to transmit high will rapidly disconnect
Gear-type flexible couplings are often used in diesel engine drive
14 910 C under normal operating misalignment in the drive torque, even where slight the engine from the line
trains because they __________.
conditions train misalignment exists shaft

The piston pin shown in the illustration should be classified as

14 911 B fixed semi-floating full floating anchored MO-0011
__________.
secure the engine, run engine at idle,
remove the fuel pump
In order to determine the fuel pump rack setting for individual fuel secure the engine and remove the fuel pump remove cover, and
crosshead cover and
14 912 B pumps on the diesel engine shown in the illustration, you must remove the fuel pump crosshead cover, and secure engine while MO-0005
observe the rack setting
__________. crosshead cover compare rack setting to observing rack
with the engine running
master pump setting movement

In a bypass type lubrication system for a diesel engine, the dirty lube oil pump suction lube oil pump discharge bottom of the lube oil outlet from the lube oil
14 913 C
oil line to the centrifuge should be taken from the __________. line line sump header

Operating the engine A punctured sea water

Which of the following factors tends to increase scale formation Baffle plates that have
Leaks in the cooler tube while maintaining a high strainer supplying
14 914 C on the saltwater side of a heat exchanger used in a diesel engine been bent during prior
nest. sea water outlet cooling water to the heat
cooling water system? removal.
temperature. exchanger.

Most diesel injection

The piping shall be The piping shall be
systems do not develop Return piping is required
shielded and secured to directed to the fuel oil
If the peak to peak pressure pulsation in the diesel engine fuel high pressures in their to be protected by relief
prevent fuel or fuel mist day tank, in addition it
14 915 A injection return piping exceeds 285 psi what special provision is return lines due to valves which relieve to
from reaching a source shall enter below the
to be provided? regulations prohibiting the diesel oil settling
of ignition on the engine normal operating level of
installation of valves in tank.
or its surroundings. the tank.
these lines.

Which of the following conditions would cause the LEDS for the
Insufficient tighting of Improper cleaning of Uneven sludge deposits All of the above are
14 916 D alarm 'emergency stopping or vibrations' shown in the illustration MO-0127
lock ring. bowl. in sludge space. correct.
to illuminate?
Diesel engine exhaust temperatures may be used to indicate
14 917 D leaking exhaust valves an overloaded cylinder a clogged injector nozzle all of the above
__________.
In a diesel engine, a leaking exhaust valve can cause
14 918 A misfiring preignition interrupted scavenging reduced scavenging
__________.
 When the centrifugal
If the centrifugal force
force developed by the
developed by the
If the governor spring When engine load rotation of the governor
Which of the following statements represents the correct rotation of the governor
(piece #7) breaks, the increases, the governor weights is substantially
14 919 D operating sequence of events applied to the auxiliary diesel weights is equal to the MO-0094
engine will dangerously weights (piece #9) turn greater than the force of
engine governor shown in the illustration? force of the governor
overspeed. faster. the governor spring, the
spring, the engine will
fuel rack will decrease
stop.
fuel.

permit the engine to

When used with reversing reduction gears, medium-speed diesel
maintain alignment when ensure engine vibrations expand away from the
engines should be bolted to their foundations with fitted bolts at maintain engine thrust
14 920 C the ship's hull is working correspond to the natural driven equipment as the
the drive end and clearance (loosely fitted) bolts in other bearing clearances
in heavy seas frequency of the hull engine heats up and
locations. This is done to __________.
expands

The piston wrist pin used in some diesel engine pistons is

14 921 C piston relief groove piston pin cup snap ring bronze bushing
prevented from contacting the cylinder wall by a __________.

In a diesel engine mechanical-type fuel pump, the delivery check

14 922 C push rod action cam action hydraulic action spring action
valve is opened by __________.
What is the term given to the process of breaking up fuel oil into
14 923 D Settling Straining Spraying Atomizing
very fine particles for better combustion?

The most severe cavitation erosion occurring on the waterside of throughout the lower one- throughout the upper at TDC opposite the near the middle of the
14 924 D
diesel engine wet cylinder liners normally occurs __________. half of the liner one-half of the liner thrust side of the liner thrust side of the liner

14 925 A Which of the coupling types listed is shown in the illustration? Solid flange Hydraulic flexible Pneudraulic flexible Fluid drive MO-0087

A decrease in
An increase in An increase in A decrease in ignition
For a given fuel, a change in the compression ratio will affect the compression ratio will
14 926 B compression ratio will compression ratio will lag will increase the
ignition lag by which of the listed means? decrease the ignition
increase the ignition lag. decrease the ignition lag. compression ratio.
lag.
Turbulence in a diesel engine cylinder is of major importance in
14 927 B proper fuel metering complete fuel/air mixing minimal fuel penetration proper fuel timing
providing __________.
In the reduction gear set, shown in the illustration, the output
14 928 B 1 2 3 4 MO-0086
shaft is located at #________.
The required amount in the change of speed necessary before a
14 929 B governor will make a corrective movement is known as speed droop sensitivity stability promptness
__________.
Which of the following problems may occur if the opening The amount of fuel
The start of injection will The nozzle will permit The spray pattern will be
14 930 B pressure of a fuel injection nozzle is greater than specified by the injected will be
be retarded. fuel to dribble. distorted.
engine manufacturer? increased.
In a full floating wristpin, the pin is prevented from sliding against
14 931 A snap rings seal welding a press fitting a tongue-and-groove
the cylinder walls by __________.
Exhaust valve grooving and corrosion is caused by certain
14 932 A components of residual fuel oil. These components are sodium, vanadium carbon copper ash
sulfur, and __________.
Whether using a centrifuge or a simple filter, oil cleaning and
high temperature and a high temperature and a low temperature and a low temperature and a
14 933 B filtration will be the most effective when the oil is at a
high viscosity low viscosity high viscosity low viscosity
__________.
Cavitation erosion in the cooling water system of a diesel engine
14 934 C usually occurs at the pump impeller, and on the waterside of the fuel nozzle holders exhaust valve guides engine cylinder liners engine exhaust manifold
__________.
 High firing pressures and a low exhaust temperature in a diesel early exhaust valve increased exhaust low scavenge air
14 935 C early fuel injection timing
engine may result from __________. opening system back pressure temperature
Poor combustion in a diesel engine can be caused by high compression low intake air high scavenge air
14 936 B low exhaust pressure
__________. pressure temperature pressure
After each speed change, the compression of the diesel engine
governor speeder spring is returned to a constant value,
14 937 B regardless of the amount of movement of the fuel control speed droop governing isochronous governing high sensitivity governing relay-type governing
mechanism and engine load. Hence, this results in
__________.
Fuel oil discharged to the diesel engine cylinder is atomized at
14 938 B turbocharger injector nozzle tip carburetor fuel oil pump
the __________.
lower will be cylinder more rapid will be the
The longer the ignition delay period occurs in a diesel engine, the less fuel will enter the more complete will be
14 939 D compression rise in combustion
__________. cylinder fuel combustion
temperatures pressure
The load is always placed on the lower half of the main bearings
14 940 A two-stroke/cycle engine four-stroke/cycle engine reverse cycle engine double acting engine
in a/an __________.
Which term describes piston pins having bearing surfaces in both
14 941 B Stationary Full floating Semi-floating Free rolling
the piston bosses and connecting rod eye?
ascertain an accurate
Diesel engine fuel oil leakage should be drained and additional return this oil to the prevent contamination of drain cooling water
14 942 B measurement of this
precautions provided to __________. proper storage tank lubricating oil by fuel oil system components
leakage
new foundation bolt the emulsification of
As shown in the illustration, the alarm indicated by 'emergency the rotating action of the a failure to reset the
14 943 C assemblies and water and fuel within the MO-0127
stopping or vibrations' may be caused by __________. centrifugal switch emergency stop button
dampeners parting chamber
The easiest way to locate a defective diesel engine exhaust taking compression inspecting the valves comparing exhaust
14 944 C listening to the engine
valves is by __________. readings visually pyrometer readings
Direct linkage between
Which of the following devices is common to both mechanical
14 945 D the ball-head and fuel A servomotor A compensating device Flyweights
and hydraulic governors?
rack

Which of the following conditions will tend to increase the ignition Using a fuel oil with a Decreasing the air Reducing the injected Increasing the
14 946 B
delay period of combustion in a compression ignition engine? higher cetane number. charge temperature. fuel oil droplet size. compression ratio.

idling gears rotate in a

In the reversing reduction gear shown in the illustration, the set that is clutched in will synchromesh coupling clutches are engaged by
direction opposite to
14 947 B forward and reverse main pinions are in constant mesh with the rotate as idlers driven will maintain transition a reduction in control air MO-0085
their rotation when
main gear. This means the __________. from the main gear torque control pressure
carrying load
thrust bearing and the
14 948 A A flexible coupling is located between the __________. engine and the pinion line shaft and tailshaft pinion and the bull gear
worm gear
distribution of the load amount of fuel
Exhaust pyrometer readings provide an indication of the effectiveness of water- indicated horsepower of
14 949 B between engine penetration into the
__________. cooled exhaust elbows the engine cylinders
cylinders engine cylinders
After combustion gases
Before air in the cylinder After air in the cylinder is As air is taken into the
14 950 B When is fuel injected into a cylinder of diesel engines? in the cylinder have
is compressed. compressed. cylinder.
expanded.
Part #15 of the piston shown in the illustration, is the
14 951 D heat dam thrust washer piston carrier wrist pin MO-0011
__________.
improper timing of the setting of the pump compressibility of the position of the needle
14 952 C Injection lag can be caused by __________.
intake valves plunger fuel valve

open the bypass valve to close the isolation valves

To manually bypass a strainer or filter in a shunt type lube oil first, parallel the drain
14 953 B turn the three-way valve the sump and then close and then open the
filtering system, __________. lines
the isolation valves bypass valve
 If the raw water supply pressure for a diesel engine cooling
14 954 B broken thermostat clogged sea strainer blown head gasket cracked head
system is below normal, you should check for a __________.

A change in the degree of fuel atomization in a diesel engine combustion in that

14 955 D cylinder air turbulence fuel spray angle fuel injection rate
cylinder has the greatest effect on the __________. cylinder

In most marine single reduction gear units, the bull gear is driven
14 956 C quill shaft helical gear pinion gear differential gear
by the __________.
The rate of pressure rise during the period following fuel ignition
length of the ignition
14 957 D process in a diesel engine, is influenced chiefly by the percent of CO2 range of inflammability theoretical fuel/air ratio
delay period
__________.
A change in engine speed is required before a governor is able to
make a corrective movement of fuel rack. This aspect of
14 958 A governor sensitivity governor promptness speed droop isochronous governing
governing is commonly expressed as a percent and is known as
__________.
controlling the amount of changing the timing of
On most diesel engines, the governor controls the output speed varying the speed of the adjusting the
14 959 A fuel injected into the the fuel injection
by __________. turbocharger compression ratio
cylinders camshaft
Proper dispersion of fuel in a diesel engine cylinder is dependent shape of combustion turbulence in combustion
14 960 D injection pressure all of the above
upon the __________. space space

on top of the piston underneath the piston at the base of the piston inside the cylinder liner
14 961 B Piston cooling fins are located __________.
crown crown skirt cooling water jacket

Compared to other fuel injection systems, unit injectors operate

14 962 A injection lag ignition delay moving parts control
with virtually no __________.

the pressure to be bled the lube oil to be allowed the cleaning fluid used to a new cover gasket to be
14 963 A When cleaning a duplex strainer, it is important for __________. prior to opening the to cool before removing be more viscous than installed when
compartment cover the basket the lube oil reassembling the unit

In a closed cooling water system, which of the following problems An open vent in the A restricted water Air entrained in the
14 964 D A fouled sea chest.
can cause the water pressure to fluctuate? cooling system. passage in the engine. cooling water.
the shoot cycle should there are excessive
If uneven sludge deposits accumulate in the sludge space of the an alarm for 'emergency the machine will
be automatically be quantities of mirco-
14 965 A bowl assembly of the device shown in the illustration, stopping or vibrations' continue to operate MO-0127
initiated at more frequent organisms in the fuel
__________. may be indicated indefinitely
intervals supply
To insure pumpimg
Why is it necessary to compress the air charge in the cylinders of To increase fuel To keep exhaust
14 967 A To ignite the fuel. losses are held to a
a diesel engine? consumption. temperature low.
minimum.

the opening of the two-

two-stroke/cycle diesel two-stroke/cycle diesel
The average exhaust temperature of a two-stroke/cycle diesel stroke/cycle diesel
engines have a higher four-stroke/cycle diesel engines have a lower
engine with a turbine-driven supercharger is lower than a similar exhaust ports or valves
14 968 C M.E.P. than four- engine exhaust is cooled M.E.P. than four-
four-stroke/cycle diesel engine at equal loads because occurs much later than
stroke/cycle diesel by scavenging air stroke/cycle diesel
__________. in four-stroke/cycle
engines engines
diesel engines

Diesel fuel oil having a low cetane rating can result in improved cold weather smoother engine
14 969 C combustion knock reduce ignition lag
__________. starting operation
Clutching takes place nearest the bearing shown in the
14 970 A 1 2 3 4 MO-0086
illustration, located at #_____.

Besides the use of piston cooling fins to assist in cooling, they

14 971 B skirt crown wrist pin oil rings
also provide extra strength for the piston __________.
 Differential needle valves used in fuel injectors are directly closed
14 972 B cam action spring force fuel oil pressure firing pressure
by __________.
excessive oil
14 973 D A dirty lube oil strainer can result in __________. crankcase dilution low lube oil temperature low bearing oil pressure
consumption
In a closed cooling system for a turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle a totally clogged impeller an incorrectly set cooling
improper venting of the carrying the expansion
14 974 A diesel engine, fluctuating water pressure can be caused by in the cooling water system temperature
cooling system tank water level too high
__________. pump control
In the set of reduction gears shown in the illustration, what type
14 975 D Ball Babbitt Sleeved Tapered roller MO-0086
of bearing is used?
The governor controlling a diesel engine modulates crankshaft
14 976 C intake air supply turbocharger speed fuel injection pumps engine speed droop
RPM by adjusting the __________.

High exhaust temperature and black smoke exhausting from an low combustion plugged fuel nozzle excessive compression
14 977 A engine overload
auxiliary diesel engine can be caused by __________. temperature holes pressure

Individual cylinder performance in a diesel engine is routinely

14 978 C chemical analysis pressure readings pyrometer readings infrared analysis
determined by exhaust gas __________.
Any increase in the exhaust back pressure of a four-stroke/cycle reduce engine aid in silencing the increase the mean contribute to effective
14 979 A
diesel engine will __________. horsepower output exhaust noise effective pressure cylinder scavenging
The driving force of a propeller is transmitted to the hull through
14 980 D bevel gear teeth helically cut gear teeth sleeve bearings thrust bearing
the_____________.
allow excess oil from the
The purpose of the drilled passages in the crown of the piston provide cooling for the supply oil to the cylinder provide cooling for the
14 981 C liner to drain back to the MO-0013
shown in item "S" the illustration is to __________. piston liner control ring groove
sump
If fuel injection to a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine begins earlier cylinder compression cylinder compression
fuel oil injection pressure scavenge and purge
14 982 A than designed, ignition may be delayed because the pressure may not be temperature may be too
may not be high enough process is incomplete
__________. high enough high

In a full flow type lube oil system, the bypass relief valve will lift excessive lube oil pump
14 983 A a clogged filter element excessive lube oil flow excessively hot lube oil
due to __________. discharge pressure

Which of the following problems can cause fluctuating pressures Defective temperature Cavitation in the cooling Opened vent in the Restricted water
14 984 B
in the closed cooling system of a main propulsion diesel engine? controls in the system. water pump. cooling system. passages in the engine.

Propulsion engines with

Each engine must have At least two independent Suitable strainers are to
bores exceeding 200
its own engine driven sea suctions are to be be fitted between the
mm are to be fitted with
Which of the following statements is correct concerning diesel cooling water pump provided for supplying circulating pumps and
14 985 C a means to display the
engine cooling water systems? capable of providing water to the engine heat exchangers when
cooling water
cooling for all ranges of jackets or to the heat sea water is used for
temperature of each
operation. exchangers. direct cooling.
cylinder.

An alarm for 'emergency

Which of the following conditions will occur if the height position stopping or vibrations'
The separator will fail to The unit will experience None of the above are
14 986 B of the paring disc or bowl spindle is incorrect in the device shown may be indicated by the MO-0127
reach rated speed. substantial damage. correct.
in the illustration? program unit alarm
panel.

ability to maintain
governor's speed of ability to maintain percent of speed change
Sensitivity for a diesel engine governor is described as the constant speed
14 987 C response to variations in desired engine speed necessary for corrective
__________. regardless of engine
engine load without speed fluctuation action by the fuel control
load
 An increase in
An increase in intake air An increase in coolant An increase in
Which of the following statements concerning the factors combustion chamber
14 988 B temperature will increase temperature will compression ratio will
affecting ignition delay is correct? turbulence will increase
ignition delay. decrease ignition delay. increase ignition delay.
ignition delay.

Air motion is induced in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine cylinder

14 989 C supercharging scavenging turbulence swept volume charging
to improve air fuel mixing, and is known as __________.

Maintaining the proper fuel oil temperature will result in the elimination of valve a decrease in cylinder an increase in cylinder
14 990 B improved atomization
__________. wear blow-by blow-by

Trunk type diesel engine pistons are effectively cooled when heat radiated through the transferred to water conducted through the transferred to escaping
14 991 B
is __________. engine block cooled cylinder walls piston crown exhaust gases

maximum pressure in
The minimum fuel oil delivery pressure required for efficient degree of cylinder air quantity of the fuel to be duration of the injection
14 992 B the engine cylinders
injection depends primarily on the __________. turbulence injected delay period
during injection

An increased pressure differential between the inlet and outlet of

14 993 B holed fouled clean dry
a strainer usually indicates the strainer is __________.

A diesel engine with a combustion chamber located between the

14 994 B double-acting engine opposed piston engine single-acting engine horizontal acting engine
crowns of two pistons is known as a/an __________.

In a diesel engine, crosshatch on the liner surface aids in

14 995 C I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
__________.; ; I. rapid ring seating ; II. the retention of lube oil

Persistent knocking in one cylinder of an eight cylinder diesel using fuel oil with low
14 996 B a badly worn piston pin a loose flywheel key a loose bed plate bolt
engine would MOST likely be caused by __________. cetane number

reduce the engine driven

To successfully reduce an excessively high diesel engine retard the fuel injector increase the fuel rack reduce the load on the
14 997 D fuel pump outlet
exhaust gas temperature, you should __________. timing to reduce power setting engine
pressure
Which of the two events listed occurs simultaneously in a two- Scavenging and Exhaust and
14 998 A Exhaust and scavenging Ignition and expansion
stroke/cycle diesel engine? compression compression
High exhaust back pressure will result in an increase in carbon deposits on fuel
14 999 C turbocharger efficiency engine power output cylinder scavenging
__________. injectors

The governor for an emergency diesel generator is shown in the

illustration. A large change in load will result in a change in
14 1000 B Piece #8 Piece #9 Piece #13 Piece #21 MO-0094
engine speed, which of the parts listed will be the FIRST
governor component to react to the change in load?

A loop or cross scavenged engine utilizes the motion of its

pistons and a turbocharger to provide scavenging air. Which of
Positive pressure from
14 1001 B the listed mechanical designs prevents the air under the pistons Masked intake ports Length of the piston skirt Lower liner seals
the blower
from being pumped back through the scavenge ports during the
piston power stroke?

Multi-hole type nozzles Most closed nozzles The pintle type nozzles
The hole type of a are only suitable for use open inward under the are most susceptible to
Which of the following statements concerning a closed type fuel
14 1002 C closed nozzle is self- in engines with pressure acting on the carbon deposits building
injection nozzle is true?
cleaning. precombustion differential area of the up in and around the
chambers. needle valve. orifice.
 To determine if the lube oil filter elements need changing, open the filter and check the lube oil pump check the lube oil header check the pressure drop
14 1003 D
__________. inspect the elements discharge pressure pressure across the filter

Combustion gas venting through the expansion tank can be

14 1004 B leaking oil cooler cracked cylinder head leaking exhaust valve worn piston ring
caused by a __________.
only after the engine
whenever the secondary
room control station is with the approval of the
14 1005 B Diesel engine control can be obtained by the bridge __________. at any time station is switched to
switched to 'bridge chief engineer only
'bridge control'
control'
The direct cause of a crankcase explosion can be attributed to extremely hot scavenge excessive cooling water excessive lube oil in the
14 1006 C an overheated bearing
__________. air temperature crankcase

Propulsion engines with

An alarm device with Each totally enclosed Drain cocks are to be
bores over 200 mm are
Which of the following statements is correct for the design and audible and visible cooling system shall be provided at the lowest
14 1007 D to be fitted with cooling
installation of diesel engine cooling water systems? signals is required for all provided with a suitable points of all cylinder
water thermometers at
cooling water systems. head tank. water jackets.
each cylinder.

If the separator shown in the illustration vibrates excessively, an

The vibration-damping
alarm indicating 'emergency stopping or vibrations' will be The top bearing spring is All of the above are
14 1008 D The bowl spindle is bent. rubber washers are MO-0127
illuminated. Which of the following conditions may cause this broken. correct.
damaged.
situation?
If the instrument sensing element, shown in the illustration, High temperatures
Immediate damage to Damage to the Inaccurate temperature
14 1009 D became coated with foreign matter, which of the listed conditions developing in the MO-0075
the porcelain insulator. pyrometer. readings.
would be likely to occur? exhaust.
Combustion knock can occur in the cylinders of a diesel engine a shortened ignition excess fuel in the rapid vaporization of
14 1010 C a lean fuel/air mixture
under any condition permitting __________. delay period combustion chamber injected fuel droplets
One of the most common methods in preventing a diesel engine
14 1011 C piston pin from contacting the cylinder wall is by the use of non-floating pin tape rod bosses snap rings offset drilling
__________.

The injection pressure of a hydraulic fuel injection nozzle can be increasing fuel oil increasing the injector removing shims from increasing compression
14 1012 D
increased by __________. booster pump pressure nozzle orifice size under the nozzle spring on the pressure spring

Many lube oil filters have pressure gages installed on both the
have no effect on filter
14 1013 A inlet and outlet in order to indicate the pressure drop across the slowly increase slowly decrease remain the same
operation
filter. In normal operation, the pressure drop will __________.

combustion gases
A cracked cylinder head on a diesel engine may be indicated by excessive lube oil water draining from the excessive fuel oil
14 1014 C venting at the expansion
__________. consumption fuel leak off valves consumption
tank

Control of the main propulsion diesel engines can be shifted from wheelhouse control engine room control
14 1015 B captain's office chief engineer's office
the engine room to the wheelhouse from the __________. station station

equipped with a
with a crankcase equipped with a
The possibility of a diesel engine crankcase explosion will be with a leaking crankcase crankcase exhaust
14 1016 B vacuum between 1.5" turbocharger which
increased by operating an engine __________. inspection cover gasket blower which vents to
and 2" of water utilizes a gear drive
fresh air

Exhaust pipes of multiple engine installations are not to be unless arranged to at a location segregated and shall be protected by
to a point not lower than
14 1017 A interconnected, but are to be run separately to the atmosphere prevent the return of from other ventilation a rain guard or similar
the highest load line
__________. gases to an idle engine systems device
 If the control unit as shown in the illustration indicates alarm A01 that the bowl is fouled an extremely high faulty seals between the
that the operating water
14 1018 C 'abnormal water content', the operator should suspect and cleaning is percentage of water in sliding bowl bottom and MO-0127
tank is about to overflow
__________. necessary the fuel the paring disc assembly

Excessive diesel engine cylinder exhaust back pressure will be slight timing an obstruction in the
14 1019 C heavy fuel injection a fouled intake manifold
caused by __________. discrepancies exhaust silencer
prevent propeller thrust
A thrust bearing is used with a propulsion diesel engine to control axial movement transmit engine thrust to absorb vibrations in the
14 1020 A from being transmitted to
__________. of the crankshaft the propeller shaft propeller shafting
the hull

against the crosshead against the crosshead

during power stroke and during the compression against the crosshead away from the crosshead
In a large slow-speed propulsion diesel engine, the force applied
14 1021 C away from the crosshead stroke and away from during the power and during the power and
to the piston is __________.
during the compression the crosshead during the compression strokes compression strokes
stroke power stroke

Fuel supplied by each unit injector on a two-stroke/cycle single

14 1022 D acting diesel engine is directed into each cylinder at a very high high pressure fuel line spill deflector check valve spray tip of the injector
pressure through the __________.
Turbulence of the compressed air charge in a diesel engine the efficiency of the
14 1023 C ignition lag piston side thrust compression pressure
cylinder increases __________. engine
a steady flow of water combustion gases lower temperature at the
A cracked cylinder head in an operating engine may be indicated water draining from the
14 1024 B from the expansion tank venting at the expansion cylinder head water
by __________. fuel leakoff lines
vent tank discharge
Combustion knock occurring in a diesel engine can be caused by excessive fuel
14 1025 D prolonged injection lag reduced ignition lag prolonged ignition lag
__________. penetration

Which of the following problems could develop due to the

14 1026 D Reduced lubrication Poor fuel economy Combustion knock Crankcase explosion
accumulation of oil vapors in the crankcase of a diesel engine?

The heat process which

Which of the following statements is a description of the The mechanics of produces the force to The number of piston The mechanical
14 1027 B
combustion cycle? engine operation. initiate the movement of strokes involved. equivalent of heat.
the engine parts.

The time between injection and ignition of the fuel is known as

14 1028 D turbulence lag after burning ratio injection lag ignition delay
__________.
they must be located at they eliminate the need they are connected to
In using reduction gears to obtain efficient propeller speeds, they can only be used
14 1029 D the after end of the for controllable pitch the engine with a flexible
__________. with one engine at a time
engine propellers coupling
prevent lube oil from
The purpose of the rotating seal located at the aft end of the provide operating air
provide lube oil to the attach a tachometer to leaking out of the gear
14 1030 C reversing reduction gear shown in the illustration, is to pressure to the clutch MO-0085
gears indicate relative speed case from the roller
__________. glands
bearings
formed by the
During the power stroke, the side thrust of a trunk type piston is a formed by the piston in between the crankarm between the master and
14 1031 A connecting rod and the
result of the angle __________. relation to the piston pin and crankpin link connecting rods
cylinder center line
One problem resulting from a diesel engine fuel injector opening
start of injection will duration of injection will quantity of fuel injected quantity of fuel injected
14 1032 D pressure being lower than specified by the engine manufacturer,
always be retarded always be reduced will always be decreased tends to be increased
is that the __________.

pump discharge
pump capacity is greater
14 1033 B Lube oil cannot be efficiently filtered if its __________. viscosity is too low temperature is too low pressure is higher than
than the system's needs
the system's pressure
 installation of undersized operating the engine at restricted cooling water
14 1034 D A crack in a cylinder liner can be caused by __________. worn piston rings
sealing rings low loads passages

special provision is
An exhaust pipe from a internal combustion engine may not need installed on fishing it is of the water jacketed it is used as an
14 1035 B made by the Chief
to be insulated when __________. vessels type emergency generator
Engineer
When oil vapor, oxygen and hot spots are present at the same
14 1036 A time within a crankcase, which of the following hazards could Explosion Implosion Misfire Dieseling
develop?
Which of the following conditions may be the cause of the alarm Oil density too high due
Water content in oil feed No discharge feedback Back pressure in oil
14 1037 A 'drain valve insufficient' being indicated on the control unit of the to low operating MO-0127
extremely high. signal from EPC 30. outlet too high.
device shown in the illustration? temperatures.
For a given size engine, the two-stroke/cycle diesel engine will it develops twice as
it has a longer power more air gets into the higher combustion
14 1038 C deliver more power than a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine many power strokes at
stroke cylinder each stroke pressure is developed
because __________. the same speed
A sudden drop in diesel engine cylinder compression pressure a leaking fuel injector excessively early fuel
14 1039 D a clogged air filter malfunctioning valves
can be caused by __________. nozzle injection
The governor for an auxiliary diesel engine is shown in the
14 1040 D illustration. Which of the pieces listed rotates proportionally to "1" "3" "21" "2" MO-0094
engine speed?
lessen the wear on allow for the greater
Ring groove inserts are occasionally used on aluminum alloy reduce the ring groove seal against crankcase
14 1041 A aluminum parts of the expansion rate of
pistons to __________. wear rate vapors
cylinder aluminum
The minimum speed an engine must attain before ignition can the type and size of the the condition of the
14 1042 D ambient temperature all of the above
occur depends upon __________. engine engine

Lube oil filters remove contaminants from oil more efficiently if heated to reduce cooled to increase pumped rapidly through pumped through the filter
14 1043 A
the oil being filtered is __________. viscosity viscosity the filter under high pressure

Coolant can be lost from a diesel engine jacket cooling water

14 1044 D cylinder head cracks piping joints pump seals leaking all of the above
system by leakage from __________.
An automated diesel engine should normally shut down due to high ambient air high exhaust system
14 1045 C low lube oil temperature low lube oil pressure
__________. temperature back pressure
Which of the listed conditions is most likely to cause a crankcase A high cooling water Fuel dilution of the lube Excessive engine Improper lube oil
14 1046 B
explosion? temperature oil speeds viscosity
The engines will be fitted
There shall be a means All engines connected to
with a means to display
Which of the following statements pertains to propulsion engines to display the cooling controllable pitch All of the above are
14 1047 C the exhaust gas
with bores exceeding 200 mm? water outlet temperature propellers shall be of the correct.
temperature of each
of each cylinder. direct reversible type.
cylinder.

Which of the following conditions can be a cause for the control Leakage from the No control air supply is
Back pressure oil outlet
14 1048 D unit of the separator shown in the illustration to indicate alarm sealing ring occurs into provided to the liquid All of the above. MO-0127
is too high.
A06? the bowl periphery. sensor.

A V-12 four-stroke/cycle 500 horsepower diesel engine is

operating under a normal load, the firing pressures are low and Fuel pump rack setting is The air intake filter is The exhaust back The fuel pump rack
14 1049 C
the exhaust temperatures are high. Which of the following too far out. missing. pressure is too high. setting is too far in.
problems is the most probable cause of this condition?

An overcorrecting and unstable engine governor operation is

14 1050 D droop dead banding dash potting hunting
known as __________.
 To keep the engine To keep moving engine
To add power to the
14 1051 C What is the function of an engine's stationary parts? firmly attached to its parts in their proper To rotate the crankshaft.
engine.
supporting base. relative positions.

fuel oil pump will fuel oil transfer pumps fuel injectors may be
Proper filtering and straining of diesel fuel is important because dirty fuel will clog the
14 1052 C overspeed if dirt is not cannot tolerate small damaged by foreign
the __________. intake air filter
removed amounts of grit in the oil particles in the fuel oil

Lube oil filters remove contaminants more efficiently if the oil heated to reduce cooled to increase
14 1053 C under high pressure under low pressure
being filtered is __________. viscosity viscosity
require the overspeed
Increasing the oil pressure acting on the power piston of the increase the governor increase the speed decrease the speed
14 1054 B trip setting to be MO-0092
hydraulic governor shown in the illustration will __________. output power droop droop
adjusted

Diesel engine automated control systems may utilize sensing

devices of dual function, with sensing ranges providing both Lube oil pressure and Jacket water pressure
14 1055 D Engine overspeed Lube oil sump level
alarm and engine shut down capability. Which of the key points temperature and temperature
listed would only require an alarm sensor?

the splashing of the dilution of crankcase broken fuel lines the ignition of unburned
Crankcase explosions in propulsion diesel engines result from
14 1056 D lubrication oil by the oil with particles of spraying oil on the fuel and air in the
__________.
crankshaft combustion crankcase crankcase

Which of the combustion chambers shown in the illustration is

14 1057 A A B C D MO-0068
referred to as an 'energy cell' used in some small diesel engines?

Combustion knock occurring in a diesel engine can be caused by high ambient carbon buildup on the
14 1058 A low coolant temperature insufficient fuel
__________. temperature injector tips
Which of the items listed causes a direct acting mechanical Flyweight centrifugal
14 1059 C Hydraulic oil pressure Servomotor action Relay motion
governor to operate the engine fuel control linkage? force

The diesel engine shown in the illustration can be fitted with a

Examine the water outlet Examine the exhaust
pyrometer at each exhaust elbow. If one of the cylinder Check the pump rack Replace the fuel injector
14 1060 A header for evidence of valves for evidence of MO-0005
pyrometers is reading significantly higher than the others, which setting. nozzle.
blockage. burning.
of the following should be your FIRST action?

Thin bronze rings are inserted in the face of some chromium promote piston ring prevent rapid wear on provide better lubrication produce an even glaze
14 1061 A
plated piston rings to __________. seating in the cylinder the ring face of the piston ring on the cylinder

The two strokes of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine are exhaust and

14 1062 D power and intake intake and exhaust compression and power
__________. compression
avoid a buildup of
allow windage to exist for minimize lube oil allow for axial clearance
14 1063 B Reduction gear casings are vented in order to __________. pressure within the gear
cooling the gears foaming within the case between the gears
case
Which of the conditions listed may occur in an operating diesel An increase in trapped
Hydraulic stress and Fuel oil viscosity will
14 1064 B engine if air pockets form within the cylinder head circulating Hot spots will develop. deposits of scale and
distortion will develop. increased.
water passages? dirt.

cylindrical in shape with opened and made so installed as to make

provided with automatic
Air receivers installed in starting air systems are to be service connections available for inspection the drain connections
14 1065 D drain traps for the
__________. located at the top and during biannual effective under extreme
removal of moisture
bottom inspections conditions of trim
 opposed to the resonant with the horizontal whipping
Critical speed in diesel engines occurs when engine torque critical fore and aft
14 1066 B crankshaft rocking crankshaft natural motions of the
pulsations become __________. crankshaft vibrations
couple frequency crankshaft
If the main sealing ring in the bowl periphery begins to leak,
AO1: abnormal water Low pressure in oil
14 1067 B which alarm will be indicated by the control unit of the device A06: liquid indication. Low pressure in oil inlet. MO-0127
content. outlet.
shown in the illustration?
At TDC by heat Just before TDC by heat
In the Otto cycle, the fuel/air mixture is ignited at what point and Just before TDC by
14 1068 C generated by generated by At TDC by spark ignition.
by what means? spark ignition.
compression. compression.

Which of the listed reasons is the most likely cause of a sudden Missing filter segment of Leaking fuel injector Excessively early fuel
14 1069 B Malfunctioning valves
drop in compression pressure in one diesel engine cylinder? an intake filter nozzle injection

Prevents lateral
Transmits propeller Keeps spring bearings in Prevents main reduction
14 1070 B What is the function of the main thrust bearing? movement of the slow
thrust to the hull. line. gear axial movement.
speed gear.

The ring diameter, when

free, is machined slightly
Special ring facings with The oil control ring face smaller than the cylinder
Which of the construction techniques listed is used on new Oil control rings maintain
14 1071 A a thin bearing surface of is machined at an angle bore to allow for
piston rings to facilitate run-in or seating? continuous oil film.
antifriction metal. of 10 degrees. expansion at high
combustion
temperatures.

metallic contact between

Heat damage to fuel injection nozzles can be prevented by excessive fuel oil long periods of engine hard carbon deposit and
14 1072 B nozzles and cylinder
avoiding __________. temperature overload varnish on the nozzles
heads

The strainer element is

The drain plug is The housing is removed
How is the illustrated strainer element cleaned during engine removed, cleaned in
14 1073 C removed and the and the element is The T-handle is rotated. MO-0057
operation? kerosene or solvent, and
housing is drained. cleaned with a solvent.
dried with an air brush.

Failure to ensure proper venting of the cooling system of a diesel excessive air charge priming in the expansion failure of raw water local overheating and/or
14 1074 D
engine can result in __________. density tank pump shaft seals internal corrosion

In a diesel engine, the time period between fuel injection and

14 1075 D injection duration ignition timing precombustion lag ignition delay
ignition is usually defined as __________.

Failure to open the diesel engine test cocks after a long period of damage to cylinder
14 1076 B an air bound fuel system excessive fuel injection excessive air valve lift
shutdown, prior to starting may result in __________. heads and pistons

The knock occurring when a cold diesel engine is started and

continues while running at low speed, but stops when the engine caused by retarded caused by a mechanical caused by high fuel normal for these
14 1077 D
reaches normal operating speed and temperature, is injection timing defect in one cylinder injection pressures conditions
__________.

The edges are in

When the diesel engine hydraulic governor shown in the The edges register with The edges are above the
The edges are above the constant motion going
illustration is operating at controlled speed, which of the and just close off the ports and oil under
14 1078 A ports and oil bleeds to both above and below MO-0092
relationships listed will occur between the edges of the pilot valve ports without allowing oil pressure supplies the
the sump. the ports and governor
and the ports of the pilot valve bushings? flow. power piston.
stability is maintained.

If a diesel engine's exhaust temperature is abnormally high, the injection timing is too overloading of the too low of a compression
14 1079 C too light of a load
cause could be __________. early engine ratio
 The ability of the governor to prevent fluctuations in engine speed
14 1080 B sensitivity stability promptness speed droop
is termed __________.
flyweight centrifugal flyweight centrifugal speeder spring alone
centrifugal force rotates
14 1081 B In a simple mechanical governor, the __________. force is balanced by force is balanced by actuates the fuel control
the ball-head
spring force hydraulic pressure rod

avoid using liquid-cooled avoid prolonged make certain the gasket

To minimize the formation of carbon deposits on fuel injection avoid low cooling water
14 1082 C nozzles whenever overloading of the seal between the nozzle
nozzles, you should __________. temperatures
possible engine and cylinder head is tight

The strainer discs,

As sludge and dirt Particles of solid matter
The metal-edge strainer, shown in the illustration, is used on spacers, and scraper
accumulate on the outer One turn of the T-handle larger than the distances
medium-speed diesel engine reduction gear lube oil systems. blades are magnetic to
14 1083 B surface of the strainer is sufficient for cleaning between the discs flow MO-0057
Which of the following statements concerning this type of prevent small metal
discs, the effectiveness the discs. up through the inner
strainer? particles from damaging
of the strainer increases. space.
the reduction gear.

If the water level dropped rapidly in the expansion tank of a

loss of suction in the leak in the primary broken raw water pump burned or cracked piston
14 1084 B closed diesel engine cooling water system, you should suspect a
circulating pump cooling system shaft in one cylinder
__________.
is to be provided with a
will incorporate the use and satisfy U.S.C.G.
Each receiver in a starting air system which can be isolated from suitable fusible plug to will not be approved for
14 1085 A of an automatic regulations shall be
a relief valve __________. relieve the pressure in classification purposes
unloading device approved
case of fire
the engine may
the flammable vapors
overspeed and the
The intake air ducting to a diesel engine should not draw from an flammable vapors will will result in an
normal governor or
14 1086 B area on deck where flammable vapors released from tanks are accelerate corrosion of excessively rich mixture all of the above
overspeed trip will not be
present, because __________. the turbocharger which will increase the
able to secure the
brake horsepower output
engine
If the air supply to the 'liquid sensor' of the device shown in the
Low pressure in oil
14 1087 A illustration is secured accidently, which of the following alarms AO6: liquid indication. AO7: transducer fault. Low pressure in oil inlet. MO-0127
outlet.
will be indicated?
This purifier as well as
An attached positive most others will be
The oil inlet paring disc In this arrangement an
displacement pump installed in the lower
14 1088 C How is oil supplied to the device shown in the illustration? creates a low pressure in independent pump is MO-0127
supplies oil to the engine room to make
the suction piping. utilized.
separator. use of gravitational
forces.
The upper reversing
The main gear is located The lower reversing gear The main bull gear is
Which of the following statements describes the construction of gear comes in direct
14 1089 D directly under the main comes in direct contact located to left of the MO-0085
the drive system shown in the illustration? contact with the main
input pinion shaft. with the main gear. main input pinion shaft.
pinion.
low axial thrust
high torque transmittal
reduced torsional increased slip and transmission under
14 1090 C A gear type flexible coupling is precision built for __________. under limited
vibration and resonance maneuvering capability minimal alignment
misalignment conditions
irregularities
A diesel engine piston ring face is in direct contact with the
14 1091 B top of the ring groove cylinder liner oil film bottom of the ring groove back of the ring groove
__________.

Injectors for use with heavy fuel oil may be internally cooled by prevent heat corrosion to increase fuel delivery avoid carbonization of
14 1092 D prevent preignition
either water or light oil to __________. internal components rate and economy the nozzle tips
 The device labeled "A" shown in the illustration is termed a/an turbulence or swirl
14 1093 B precombustion chamber energy cell air cell MO-0068
__________. chamber
Which of the following conditions can cause oil to accumulate in Excessive valve train Excessive lube oil Overfilled lube oil
14 1094 B Defective oil cooler core.
the cooling system of a diesel engine? lubrication. pressure. system.
Which of the types of reduction gearing listed is best suited for
14 1095 B Hypoid Helical Cyclical Spur
medium speed main propulsion units?
the nozzle should be
blood poisoning may
the valve should pop at adjusted to operate
When a nozzle tester is used to check the spray pattern of a fuel the needle valve spring occur if the fuel spray
14 1096 D 1/2 the actual set within 500 psi of the
injection nozzle, __________. should be removed penetrates the skin of
pressure specified opening
the operator
pressure

two air starting one control air container

Vessels having main engines arranged for air starting are to be one automatic drain one additional means of
14 1097 B containers of and one starting air
provided with at least __________. serving both containers starting the main engine
approximately equal size container

pressure lubricating spraying oil directly on

flooding the thrust submerging oil wiper
14 1098 A Kingsbury thrust bearings are lubricated by __________. through internal the thrust collar and
bearing assembly with oil rings in an oil bath
passages shoes
increasing jacket water
14 1099 C Fuel is ignited in a diesel engine cylinder by __________. a spark plug injectors the heat of compression
temperatures
In a diesel engine, the time taken to heat the fuel particles, turn
14 1100 B them into vapor, and bring about combustion is called injection lag ignition delay compression ignition turbulence lag
__________.
transmit heat from the remove oil from the
The function of diesel engine piston compression rings is to prevent piston side prevent engine friction
14 1101 C piston to the cylinder cylinder combustion
__________. thrust losses
liner space
If the coolant temperature is too low as it passes through
water condensation in corrosion of the nozzle carbon deposits on the inadequate lubrication of
14 1102 B internally cooled fuel injectors, the injectors can be damaged by
the fuel tip nozzle tip the needle valve
__________.
A directly connected or geared main propulsion diesel engine isochronous hunting
14 1103 B constant speed governor variable speed governor nutating disk governor
should be fitted with a/an __________. governor

accumulator pressure is actuating compensating

In order for the governor shown in the illustration to correct for the pilot valve initially moves pilot valve initially moves applied to the full piston rotates the
14 1104 B MO-0092
increase in load placed on the governed engine, the __________. up down exposed surface area of terminal shaft in the
the power piston increase fuel direction

Which characteristic of the Otto cycle occurs in the actual diesel No pressure increase Rapid pressure decrease Rapid volume increase No volume increase
14 1105 D
cycle but NOT in the theoretical diesel cycle? during combustion. during compression. during combustion. during combustion.

The principal hazard to personnel when a diesel nozzle tester is

14 1106 D electrical shock toxic fumes explosion blood poisoning
in use is __________.
A possible cause for an individual piston to knock when at TDC
excessive bearing play overloading of the
14 1107 D on a slow-speed, two-stroke/cycle main propulsion diesel engine early fuel injection all of the above
within the running gear cylinder
could be due to __________.
Which of the bearing types listed is most commonly used in
14 1108 D smaller vessel main propulsion reduction gears as thrust Ball bearings Poured bearings Sleeved bearings Tapered roller bearings
bearings?
A diesel engine is operating with excessively high exhaust
increase the cooling increase the lube oil
14 1109 A temperatures at all cylinders. To correct this condition, you reduce the engine load adjust the fuel rack
water flow pressure
should FIRST __________.
Excessive diesel engine back pressure may be an indication of carbon buildup in the overcooling of the eroded muffler baffle
14 1110 A high injection pressure
__________. exhaust manifold exhaust manifold plates
 The main reason for using bimetallic piston rings is to increase engine thermal reduce specific fuel reduce the probability of
14 1111 C allow for ring expansion
__________. efficiency consumption ring fracture
lube oil outlet
In order to start a large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine
intake air should be temperature should be
14 1112 A on high viscosity fuel after an extended shutdown, the fuel must be preheated none of the above
preheated increased 20° above
__________.
normal

A spring-loaded centrifugal flyweight governor responds to compensation needle centrifugal force on the
14 1113 D pilot valve oil pressure speeder spring force
reduced engine load with an immediate increase in __________. valve clearance flyweights

Lube oil accumulating in the cooling water system of a diesel mechanical lubricator
14 1114 B lube cooler failure poor heat transfer camshaft seizure
engine will result in __________. failure
The exhaust gas temperature prior to entering the turbocharger,
of the system shown in the illustration, is 100°-150° (37.8°- the turbocharger is
14 1115 D an exhaust valve leak an exhaust manifold leak a normal condition MO-0076
65.5°C) higher than the individual cylinder temperatures. This fouled
indicates __________.
A fuel leak occurs in the high pressure fuel piping between the
poor combustion which
14 1116 B injection pump and fuel nozzle. This requires immediate repair high cost of fuel serious fire hazard possibility of pollution
will occur in that cylinder
because of the __________.
The device used to limit engine torque at various engine speeds
14 1117 D speed limiting governor variable speed governor constant speed governor load limiting governor
is called a __________.
Release the bowl brake
Which of the following precautions should be taken prior to Make sure the separator Check for the correct oil All of the above are
14 1118 D and confirm proper valve MO-0127
starting the separator shown in the illustration? is properly assembled. level in the gear housing. correct.
line up.
Which of the speeder springs listed is more suitable for a
14 1119 B governor installed on an engine operating over a wide speed Spiral Conical Cylindrical Helical
range?

the simple admission of

In a diesel engine, internal combustion causes the piston to be the pressure of gases specially designed parts
14 1120 B fuel and air into the the concept of reciprocity
moved by __________. developed connected to a shaft
combustion space only

prevent excess lubricant

A secondary function of diesel engine piston rings is to reduce friction losses in absorb the piston side prevent cylinder liner
14 1121 D from reaching the
__________. the engine thrust wear
combustion space

When a nozzle tester is being used to test a 'closed' type fuel

chattering sound when squealing sound midway popping sound when the
14 1122 A injection nozzle, a clogged nozzle orifice will be indicated by a distorted spray pattern
the nozzle closes in the pump stroke nozzle opens
__________.
on all devices subject to in way of the starting
at the supply inlet to the on the exhaust manifold the by-products of valve of each cylinder for
Where engine bores exceed 230 mm, a bursting disc or flame
14 1123 D control air manifold for prior to the inlet of the combustion or direct reversing engines
arrester is to be fitted __________.
non- reversing engines turbochargers lubrication system having a main starting
vapors manifold
Engine coolant accumulating in the diesel engine lubricating oil cracked cylinder head or
14 1124 D low oil pressure high coolant pressure leaking fuel injector
can result from a __________. liner
Check the separator by Look for oil and water All of the above
Once the separator shown in the illustration has been started, Feel the machine for its
14 1125 D listening for mechanical leaks in addition to other procedures should be MO-0127
which of the following procedures should be followed? tendency to vibrate.
sounds. irregularities. followed.
Persistent knocking of one cylinder of a diesel engine ceases
low loading of that faulty combustion in that sluggish piston ring
14 1127 B when the fuel supply to that cylinder is secured. This problem excessive piston cooling
cylinder cylinder action
may be a result of __________.
 turned by the shaft, and
pivoted, and the thrust hard chrome-faced to
14 1128 A In a Kingsbury thrust bearing, the thrust shoes are __________. the thrust collar is lubricated by a ring oiler
collar turns with the shaft withstand wear
stationary
cause autoignition in the
create a high turbulence allow the spray to hit the make a blast in the main
cell rather than in the
14 1129 B The purpose of the energy cell, or air cell, is to __________. within the main piston rim rather than the chamber prior to the
main combustion
combustion chamber cooler cylinder wall piston expansion stroke
chamber

Which of the listed components will ensure equal continuous

14 1130 D Collar Base ring Thrust pins Leveling plates
pressure on the thrust shoes of a Kingsbury thrust bearing?

Barrel face, taper face, grooved, and chrome plated are all types
14 1131 B pistons piston rings piston skirts cylinder liners
of diesel engine __________.
You are testing a closed fuel injection nozzle using a nozzle
tester. A pressure slightly less than design valve opening nozzle orifices are too nozzle orifices are needle valve spring is needle valve is operating
14 1132 D
pressure is applied. If no fuel appears at the spray tip, the small eroded defective properly
__________.
burn fuel in a use a continuous
use energy from fuel burn fuel in a chamber
Diesel engines are classified as reciprocating internal combustion combustion chamber combustion process to
14 1133 C burned outside their where its energy moves
engines because they __________. that moves back and impart rotary motion to
cylinders a piston back and forth
forth the pistons
When more than one propulsion diesel engine is connected to a
14 1134 A single propeller shaft through reduction gears, the gears are single reduction double reduction triple reduction quadruple reduction
usually __________.
The initial reaction of the governor floating lever to a decrease in The floating lever moves The floating lever moves
The floating lever The floating lever shifts
14 1135 A load, shown in the illustration, is best described by which of the up at the speeder rod down at the speeder rod MO-0092
remains stationary. to the left.
following statements. end. end.
A main propulsion diesel engine is normally shut down by securing the ignition
14 1136 C shutting off the air supply overspeeding the engine securing the fuel supply
__________. system
The speed droop lever
Excess oil under high spring prevents the The compensating
The dial type adjusting
pressure is released engine from racing or mechanism provides
Which of the following statements is correct concerning the knob (B) is used for
14 1137 B from the spring loaded hunting by arresting the positive control to lower MO-0096
operating function of the governor shown in the illustration? setting speed droop and
accumulators to the movement of the power engine speed as load is
damping out hunting.
sump. piston after a speed increased.
change.
The efficient burning of fuel in a diesel engine is dependent upon temperature of
14 1138 D atomization of the fuel penetration of the fuel all of the above
the __________. compression
What type of reduction gear would most commonly be used with
Single reduction, Single reduction, single Single reduction, double Double reduction, double
14 1139 C twin medium-speed propulsion diesel engines driving a single
planetary input input input, articulated
shaft?

Which of the equal horsepower diesel engines listed, running at A four-stroke/cycle "V" A two-stroke/cycle "V" An in-line two- An opposed piston
14 1140 A
the same speed, is least affected by exhaust back pressure? type engine type engine stroke/cycle engine engine

Diesel engine piston ring gaps can be straight or angle cut. In allows piston ring controls piston ring increases ring wearing decreases combustion
14 1141 D
comparison, the angle cut ring __________. expansion tension quality gas leakage

The total air capacity for non-reversible main engines is to be

14 1142 A six consecutive starts eight consecutive starts ten consecutive starts twelve consecutive starts
sufficient for __________.
To properly clean the disks of a metal-edge type strainer in a remove the disks and rotate the T-handle wire brush the disks to blow compressed air
14 1143 B
diesel engine lube oil system, you should __________. soak them in kerosene spindle one turn remove sludge through the disks
Prior to starting the device shown in the illustration, the operator renew the nylon bowl tighten all foundation apply heat to the sludge check gear housing oil
14 1144 D MO-0127
should __________. seal bolts tank level
 Disconnect the battery
Drain the hydraulic fluid Block the flow of cooling Secure the fuel supply
14 1146 D What is the best way of stopping an overspeeding diesel engine? cables from the starting
from the governor sump. air to the radiator. and block the air intake
motor.
The thermal energy produced by an internal combustion engine
14 1147 D combustion energy internal energy external energy mechanical energy
is transformed into __________.
One remedy for a high firing pressure, in addition to a high
increase scavenge air reduce fuel booster
14 1148 C exhaust temperature in one cylinder of a diesel engine, is to adjust the fuel rack retard fuel injector timing
pressure pump pressure
__________.
should efficiently
The most rapid period of fuel combustion in a diesel engine continue through the should be completed
when fuel injection has when fuel vaporization
14 1149 D cylinder should begin just before the piston reaches top dead after burning period in all shortly after passing top
been completed has been completed
center and __________. properly designed dead center
engines
During combustion, the sealing surfaces of a diesel engine piston
ring are considered to be the ring area in contact with the cylinder
14 1150 A bottom back top side
wall, in addition to the ring area in contact with the ring groove
__________.
removes combustible prevents the formation of
improves cold weather
14 1151 A The blower type crankcase ventilation system __________. gases from the combustible gases in the cools lubricating oil
starting
crankcase crankcase

One cylinder of a diesel engine is persistently knocking and does

Low loading of the Excessive cooling of that Sluggish ring action on A mechanical defect in a
14 1152 D not cease when the fuel supply to that cylinder is secured.
cylinder piston the piston working part
Which of the following problems may be the cause?

Routine monitoring of a diesel engine should include checking temperatures listening for abnormal
14 1153 D checking for leaks all of the above
__________. and pressures noises

If a diesel engine is difficult to start and operates with the engine

compression pressures lube oil is diluted with cranking speed is too exhaust system is
14 1154 A temperatures lower than normal, you should suspect that the
are below normal fuel oil low partially restricted
__________.
Which of the listed designs is effectively used to provide the
14 1155 D turbulence necessary for proper combustion in a diesel engine Masked exhaust valves Special piston rings Turbocharger Precombustion chamber
cylinder?
The overspeed trip installed on most diesel engines will stop the
14 1156 B water supply fuel oil supply lube oil supply exhaust damper
engine by shutting off the __________.
Which one of the engine firing orders listed would be suitable for
14 1157 B 135264 153624 142365 135246 MO-0038
the diesel engine shown in the illustration?
The pressure-volume diagrams illustrated are of four internal
14 1158 B combustion engine cycles. Which one represents the theoretical A B C D MO-0102
diesel cycle?
continuous operation of
Improper seating of an air starting check valve in an operating noise coming from the an overheated air supply zero air pressure in the
14 1159 B the starting air
diesel engine is indicated by __________. air starting valve pipe to the cylinder head air starting system
compressor
White smoke exhausting from a diesel engine can result from high exhaust low cooling water
14 1160 D high lube oil temperature low turbocharge speed
__________. temperature temperature
cylinder lubricant is to keep the ring ends
The reason some two-stroke/cycle, diesel engine piston rings are less blow-by as the pin to promote more even
14 1161 C spread more evenly on from catching in the
pinned to prevent rotation, is __________. seals the end gap ring wear
the cylinder wall scavenging ports
A distorted spray pattern from a fuel injector can cause corrosion of the nozzle
14 1162 D high firing pressure low fuel pressure loss of power
__________. tip
Black smoke exhausting from an operating diesel engine can be fuel dribbling from burning fuel with a high burning fuel with a high burning fuel with a lower
14 1163 A
caused by __________. leaking fuel injectors carbon content vanadium content sulphur content
 A six cylinder, single acting, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine has a
bore of 10 1/2 inches, and a stroke of one foot, producing 75 HP
14 1164 B 39.7 psig 79.4 psig 476.4 psig 952.7 psig
per cylinder at 720 RPM. What is the mean effective pressure for
the stated conditions?

In the pressure-volume diagram shown in the illustration, the

14 1165 C A B C de MO-0035
atmospheric pressure line is indicated by line __________.

A device which functions to bring a diesel engine to a full stop to

14 1166 B torque limiter overspeed trip overspeed governor load limit governor
protect it from damage is known as a/an __________.

for continued operation

to provide a
of these systems after to enable six consecutive
If control air systems are supplied from starting air receivers, the to provide for intermittent nonreversible engine a
14 1167 B capacity for the required starts of a reversible
capacity of the receivers should be sufficient __________. starting procedures minimum of twelve
number of consecutive engine
consecutive starts
starts has been used

Lower mean effective Excellent control of

Which of the following statements represents the advantage of a Timing of injection does
14 1168 A Turbulence is eliminated. pressures are combustion can be
precombustion chamber used in an auxiliary diesel engine? not need to be exact.
developed. attained.
When would the available energy of the exhaust gases of a two-
During operation at rated
stroke/cycle diesel engine be insufficient to drive an exhaust gas During operation at low
14 1169 D speed, but low power During acceleration All of the above
turbocharger, resulting in the incorrect amount of air for load and speed
output
combustion?

The valve is The valve is Tappet clearance is Cold valve clearance is

Which of the following statements would apply when adjusting
14 1170 D mechanically adjusted at mechanically adjusted at measured between measured between MO-0074
the valve clearance of the unit shown in the illustration?
point "D". point "E". points "A" and "B". components "C" and "D".

decrease ring contact decrease contact increase contact

permit excess oil to drain
14 1171 D Oil control rings are designed with slotted holes to __________. area and cut down heat pressure between ring pressure between ring
back to the sump
transfer and cylinder wall and cylinder wall
What is the average piston speed of a five cylinder low- speed
7749 ft/min (2362
14 1172 B engine with a bore of 29.5 inches (75 cm), a stroke of 63 inches 645 ft/min (196 m/min) 1291 ft/min (393 m/min) 2582 ft/min (787 m/min)
m/min)
(160 cm), and a rated speed of 123 RPM?
remove the disc element remove the disc element rotate the disc element rotate the knife-edge
To routinely clean a metal-edge type lube oil strainer, you should
14 1173 C and immerse it in and immerse it in and drain off the cleaner blades and drain
__________.
gasoline kerosene sediment off the sediment
Broken intake valve springs on one cylinder of a diesel engine
14 1174 B overspeed fire improperly lose oil pressure overheat rapidly
can cause the engine to __________.
One advantage obtained from the use of a precombustion increased engine higher peak cylinder
14 1175 D higher developed BMEP smoother combustion
chamber in a diesel engine is __________. thermal efficiency pressures
Electrically operated safety devices on auxiliary diesel engines increasing the volume of shutting off the fuel increasing the engine
14 1176 B overspeeding the engine
function to stop the engine by __________. intake air supply back pressure

cylinder volumes at top the number of

The compression ratio of a diesel engine refers to the ratio piston area to engine cylinder size to
14 1178 B dead center and at compression strokes for
between the __________. connecting rod length piston size
bottom dead center a given horsepower

A pilot-operated, main air starting valve begins leaking in one an increase in the an increase in the
an overheated air supply
14 1179 D cylinder while the engine is operating. This malfunction is exhaust temperature starting air manifold high exhaust pressure
line to that cylinder
indicated by __________. reading for that cylinder pressure
 White smoke exhausting from an operating diesel engine may insufficient combustion
14 1180 A a cracked liner burning lube oil an overloaded engine
indicate __________. air
Which of the lettered items, shown in the illustration, identifies an
14 1181 D A B C D MO-0014
oil control ring?

When the opening pressure of a diesel fuel injector is greater quantity of fuel injected quantity of fuel injected start of injection is duration of injection will
14 1182 A
than that specified by the engine manufacturer, the __________. is decreased will always be increased advanced always be greater

opening the drain plug manually operating a flushing with any

The metal edge type filters used in diesel engine fuel oil and back flushing the system
14 1183 C and blowing through the built-in scraper and approved solvent then
lube oil systems are normally cleaned in place by __________. and draining the filter
filter draining the filter draining the system

reduce the temperature

remove most
The device represented by the symbol "B" in the illustration is remove all moisture from of the air supply as a
14 1184 D lubricate the air supply contaminants present in MO-0115
used to __________. the system result of the heat of
the air supply
compression

The device labeled "E", shown in the illustration, is properly

14 1185 D stack compressor thread alignment device bowl hood lower lock ring MO-0112
identified as the __________.

If the main engine of an unattended engine room shuts down in the chief engineer's All of the above are
14 1186 D at each control station in the captain's quarters
automatically, it will be indicated by an alarm __________. quarters correct.

Increasing the exhaust valve tappet clearance of a diesel engine

14 1187 A later and closing earlier later and closing later earlier and closing earlier earlier and closing later
will result in the exhaust valve opening __________.

White smoke issuing from the exhaust of an auxiliary diesel there is too much lube oil the turbocharger is
14 1188 B the engine is overloaded the engine is cold
engine could mean __________. in the cylinders fouled
In the diagram shown in the illustration, which segment of the
14 1189 A I II III IV MO-0037
cycle represents compression?
allow fuel injection contain the major portion contain a smaller portion
Precombustion chambers differ from turbulence chambers in that do not contain the fuel
14 1190 D directly into the space of the total clearance of the total clearance
precombustion chambers __________. injector nozzle tip
above the piston volume volume

allow proper lubrication reduce the amount of scrape excess lube oil
14 1191 D Oil control rings function to __________. of cylinders and lube oil burned in the from the liner on the all of the above
compression rings combustion chamber downstroke

No protection is An isolation non-return

The materials used in
The starting air main necessary because all valve is to be installed at
What may be used to protect starting air mains against the construction of the
14 1192 C shall be protected by the starting air valves are the starting air supply
explosions arising from improperly functioning starting valves? starting air mains will
use of a rupture disc. designed similar to connection to each
contain any explosion.
check valves. engine.
Before starting the device shown in the illustration, the operator
14 1193 B bowl spindle nut braking mechanism pump drive coupling auto restart switches MO-0127
should always check the __________.

Operate two exhaust Lubricate the exhaust Ensure positive closing

Which of the following statements identifies the purpose of the Provide positive rotation
14 1194 A valves from one rocker valves through internal action of the exhaust MO-0019
valve bridge shown in the illustration? of the exhaust valves.
arm. lube oil passages. valves.

two crankshaft
In diesel engines, the four basic events (intake, compression, two power strokes in a one power stroke in a two piston strokes in a
14 1195 D revolutions in a two-
power and exhaust) are performed once in __________. two-stroke/cycle engine two-stroke/cycle engine two-stroke/cycle engine
stroke/cycle engine

Engine protection by means of an alarm or shutdown control can

14 1196 D temperature pressure engine speed all of the above
be obtained with devices that are sensitive to __________.
 The critical speed range Both 17A and 17B need
Device 17A needs to be To increase the critical
will be varied as the to be reset to decrease
A propulsion engine, using the speed control circuit shown in the replaced, repaired, or speed range of the
setpoints of 17A or 17B the critical speed range,
illustration, fails to function at speeds lower than the low end of reset to the setpoint engine, reduce the
14 1197 A are reset, therefore, although this procedure MO-0114
the critical speed range. Which of the following statements coinciding with the RPM setpoint of 17A and 17B
another segment of the will increase the
describes what should be done to correct this malfunction? value for the low end of respectively, to .80 bar
speed control circuit operating range of the
the critical speed range. and 1.0 bar.
must be repaired. engine.

From the engine data shown in the illustration, what would be

14 1198 B 1300 ft/min 1400 ft/min 1450 ft/min 1500 ft/min MO-0004
the average piston speed if the engine were turning 400 RPM?

If a diesel engine fails to start, one of the likely causes is low compression high lube oil pump high fuel oil booster
14 1199 A low ambient air pressure
__________. temperature pressure pump pressure
at 95% of a properly
when the engine RPM is at 95% of rated engine adjusted governor RPM
14 1200 B Maximum horsepower of a diesel engine is attained __________. at rated engine RPM
pulled down by overload RPM with the engine under
full load
reduce the amount of transmit heat from the
The main purpose of the piston oil scraper rings is to seal the space between damp out fluctuations of
14 1201 B lube oil burned in the piston to the cylinder
__________. the piston and the liner the piston side thrust
combustion chamber liner

What is commonly used to create turbulence in a diesel engine Shape of the piston Increasing the Increasing the effective Increasing the
14 1202 A
combustion system? crowns. compression ratios. plunger stroke. turbocharger gear ratio.

A 'Blotter test' is performed on the lube oil of a diesel engine to relative detergency
14 1203 C specific gravity flash point TBN number
determine the __________. remaining
What causes diesel fuel to be ignited in the cylinder of an
14 1204 B Spark plug Heat of compression Carburetor Glow plug
operating diesel engine?
If a hydraulic starting motor turns, but the diesel engine does excessive viscosity in a malfunctioning loss of accumulator air in the hydraulic
14 1205 B
not, the most likely cause is __________. the hydraulic fluid overrunning clutch precharge system
White smoke exhausting from a diesel engine can be caused by low combustion a leaking fuel nozzle plugged oil-scraper ring
14 1206 A late fuel injection
__________. temperature check valve holes
The highest pressure in a diesel engine cylinder normally occurs
14 1207 C at TDC before TDC after TDC during air starting
__________.
How many power strokes per crankshaft revolution are there in
14 1208 D One Two Four Eight
an eight cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine?
A smoking exhaust from an operating diesel engine could be low sulfur content in the a loose injector inlet
14 1209 C late fuel injection high injection pressure
caused by __________. fuel connection
The purpose of compressing the air within the cylinder of a diesel produce the heat for aid in exhausting burnt
14 1210 A decrease injection lag increase ignition delay
engine is to __________. ignition gases
pump oil into the prevent excessive
The primary purpose of oil control rings on a diesel engine piston provide a reservoir for allow hydraulic oil film
14 1211 C combustion space for lubricating oil
is to __________. cylinder lubrication formation on the cylinder
cylinder cooling consumption
Which of the fuel nozzles listed requires the LEAST
14 1212 A Pintle Single hole Multi-hole Open
maintenance?
Diesel engine lube oil diluted with fuel oil is indicated by
14 1213 A decreased viscosity decreased pour point increased flash point increased viscosity
__________.
At the point in time indicated by the information shown in the
14 1214 A intake stroke exhaust stroke compression stroke power stroke MO-0038
illustration, the #3 piston is on the __________.
The indicator card shown in the illustration is produced with a/an rotating chronomatic balanced-diaphragm
14 1215 B oscillating drum sliding camshaft MO-0108
__________. drum indicator
To shut down a diesel engine after it exceeds the set maximum
14 1216 C Speed limiting governor Overspeed governor Overspeed trip Overspeed relay
speed, which device listed should activate?
 two-stroke/cycle single two-stroke/cycle double four-stroke/cycle single four-stroke/cycle double
14 1217 A Opposed piston diesel engines are classified as __________.
acting acting acting acting
The most important factor in engine performance is the actual
14 1218 B power output at the end of the crankshaft available for doing indicated horsepower brake horsepower net horsepower friction horsepower
work. This is known as __________.

In describing basic diesel engine operation, the term 'event' the production of high the removal of expended the admission of air to
14 1219 D All of the above
refers to __________. pressure gases combustion gases the cylinder

The valve gear shown in the illustration is for a four-stroke/cycle,

medium speed, diesel engine, with fuel injection commencing in
14 1220 C at 10° BTDC. Approximately how many crankshaft degrees from 90° 90°-120° 130°-160° 180°-190° MO-0013
the point at which fuel injection begins, does the exhaust valve
push rod begin to move up?

Oil control rings used in two-stroke/cycle diesel engines are maintain an oil film on keep excess oil away help cushion piston skirt
increase the liner area
14 1221 C located near the bottom of the piston skirt in order to the lower liner where from intake and exhaust side thrust by providing a
covered by the oil film
__________. scuffing is prevalent ports hydrodynamic oil wedge

The spray holes in diesel engine fuel valves should be cleaned

14 1222 B diesel fuel a special cleaning wire a copper wire brush a shaved wooden dowel
using carbon solvent and __________.
When excessive fuel dilution is noted in the lube oil, the oil
14 1223 D centrifuged filtered strained changed
should be __________.

four-stroke/cycle engine two-stroke/cycle engine four-stroke/cycle engine two-stroke/cycle engine

14 1224 C The diesel engine shown in the illustration is a __________. at the end of the at the end of the at the end of the exhaust at the beginning of the MO-0007
compression stroke compression stroke stroke power stroke

14 1225 D Figure "D" shown in the illustration is a/an __________. scavenging port air start valve multi-stage fuel injector precombustion chamber MO-0068

stop the engine by

stop the engine by slow the engine but not slow the engine to half of
14 1226 B An overspeed trip serves to __________. cutting off the cooling
closing the air intake stop it normal load
water supply
Continuous operation of
In an operating diesel engine, which of the following conditions is Noise coming from that Zero air pressure in the Overheated starting air
14 1227 D the starting air
an indication of a leaking air starting valve? air starting valve. air starting system. pipe to the cylinder head.
compressor.
Bluish smoke in the exhaust of an operating diesel engine can be water leaking into a low combustion
14 1228 B an overheated engine a scored cylinder liner
caused by __________. cylinder temperature
Which of the listed cylinder liner surface conditions indicates
14 1229 B Dull black appearance. Bright appearance. Thin layer of lacquer. Thick oily film.
proper lubrication?
Pyrometer thermocouples should be inspected and cleaned of
14 1230 C monthly quarterly every 6 months yearly
carbon deposits __________.
assure a positive means
To function properly, oil control rings used on a diesel engine prevent any lubricant prevent excessive provide metal-to-metal
of scraping carbon
14 1231 B piston must distribute sufficient oil to all parts of the cylinder wall from reaching the lubrication from reaching contact to seal the
accumulation from the
and must also __________. compression rings the combustion space cylinder against blow-by
cylinder
decreased cylinder wall
incomplete combustion
The dripping of fuel from an injector nozzle after injection temperatures and coking and blocking of
14 1232 D early combustion and decreased fuel
terminates, often results in __________. increased exhaust gas the fuel nozzles
consumption
temperatures
When fuel oil has seriously contaminated a diesel engine filter to remove the fuel use the settler to remove remove the fuel oil by drain and then renew the
14 1233 D
lubricating oil, you should __________. oil the fuel oil centrifuging lube oil supply
 low air charge excessive fuel dilution of high compression
14 1234 A A diesel engine may fail to start due to __________. high cranking speed
temperature lube oil pressure
A diesel engine electric starting motor is operated under a no-
disengage the throw out overspeed and cause fail to develop normal
14 1235 B load condition. Continuing to operate the motor unloaded will cause the pinion to fail
bearing serious damage speed
__________.
An overspeed trip stops a diesel engine when the engine has low lubricating oil exceeds a set maximum has high cooling water
14 1236 C runs out of fuel
__________. pressure speed temperature
on all devices subject to in way of the control
at the supply inlet to the on the exhaust manifold the by-products of valve of each cylinder for
Where engine bores exceed 230 mm, a bursting disc or flame
14 1237 A starting air manifold for prior to the inlet of the combustion or direct reversing engines
arrestor is fitted __________.
non-reversing engines turbocharger lubrication system having a main starting
vapors manifold

cause the separator to be initiated by the water

All alarms occurring on the control unit of the device shown in the not be indicated in shut off the oil feed to
14 1238 B automatically enter the transducer or vibration MO-0127
illustration will __________. numerical order the separator
sludge discharge cycle switch

What is the average piston speed of an engine with a 12 inch

14 1239 D 450 ft/min 900 ft/min 1500 ft/min 1800 ft/min
stroke, operating at 900 RPM?

When the cold tappet clearance is less than that specified by the remain open for a fail to open when the
14 1240 A open earlier than normal close earlier than normal
engine manufacturer, the diesel engine valves will __________. shorter duration valves are warm

dense chromium plating oil rings are located near

In order to keep excess oil from the intake ports in two- wide compression rings oil rings are located
14 1241 D is used on all piston the bottom of the piston
stroke/cycle diesel engines, __________. are used above the piston pin
rings skirt
If it becomes necessary to clean the spray holes in a diesel
14 1242 B engine fuel injector, you should use a suitable size piano wire gasoline carbon solvent degreasing compound strong detergent
and __________.
A decrease in the flash point of diesel engine lube oil indicates contaminated with contaminated with
14 1243 C diluted with fuel oil diluted with water
the lube oil has become __________. sludge carbon
The ratio of the brake horsepower to the indicated horsepower of
14 1244 B thermal efficiency mechanical efficiency brake thermal efficiency volumetric efficiency
a diesel engine is its __________.
Turbulence is created in the cylinders of a diesel engine to increase combustion utilize higher injection
14 1245 B obtain injection lag help mix fuel and air
__________. pressure pressures

The device shown in the illustration is used to secure the air decrease allowing the decrease allowing the
move the piston rod to move the piston rod to
14 1246 C supply to a diesel engine when the engine overspeeds. In order spring to move the butterfly valve to turn MO-0103
the left the right
for this to occur, supplied oil pressure must __________. piston rod to the right counterclockwise

The main operating characteristic of diesel engines which

valve operating
14 1247 C distinguishes them from other internal combustion engines is the method of supplying air cooling system method of igniting fuel
mechanism
__________.

The firing order of an in-line, four-stroke/cycle, six cylinder,

14 1248 A auxiliary diesel engine is 1-5-3-6-2-4. When the #1 cylinder is on the intake stroke on top dead center on the power stroke at bottom dead center
firing at top dead center, the #3 piston is __________.

A diesel engine is warmed up and white vapor is noted in the excessive cylinder overloading of one
14 1249 C a lugging engine a leaking cylinder liner
exhaust, this could indicate __________. lubrication cylinder

How are the pressure and temperature affected in a diesel Pressure and Pressure and Pressure decreases and Pressure increases and
14 1250 B
engine cylinder during compression? temperature decrease temperature increase temperature increases temperature decreases

allow for thermal permit drainage of make it more flexible for

Slots are provided in a diesel engine piston oil scraper ring to decrease piston side
14 1251 C expansion of the ring excess oil to the engine scraping cylinder
__________. thrust pressure
within the ring land sump surfaces
 corrosion of the spray distortion of the spray
14 1252 C A broken pintle in a fuel injector usually causes __________. clogging of the orifices erosion of the valves
nozzle pattern
If a sample of engine lube oil indicates excessive fuel dilution, the
14 1253 A changed centrifuged filtered settled
lube oil should be __________.
The RPM of "A" is 100 and hobbed with 96 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1254 D "C", and "D" have 80, 30, and 46 teeth respectively, the RPM of 78.26 RPM 463.77 RPM 65.22 RPM 556.52 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
low compression
Diesel engine operating conditions are indicated by the color of clogged drain holes in
14 1255 C pressure and high an overloaded engine complete combustion
the exhaust smoke. Blue smoke can indicate __________. the oil control rings
exhaust temperature

A diesel engine is provided with an overspeed throw-out weight increase tension on

decrease compression increase compression on
14 1256 C shown in the illustration, and is tripping out at too low an RPM. In replace piece #10 lockwire by adjusting MO-0101
on spring #12 spring #12
order to correct this problem, you should __________. pieces #31, #32 and #35

essential in monitoring a mechanical/electrical

The system shown in the illustration utilizes a water transducer similar to those used in located in the oil outlet
14 1257 B the amount a water device with a variable dc MO-0127
which is __________. sonar systems piping
entering the separator output
Oil accumulating in the exhaust piping or manifold of a diesel collapsed hydraulic valve excessive crankcase excessive lube oil
14 1258 B worn valve guides
engine can be caused by __________. lifters vacuum pressure
If the compression ratio is increased on any diesel engine, the expansion ratio will combustion will be thermal efficiency will thermal efficiency will
14 1259 D
__________. decrease slowed down decrease increase

one complete crankshaft two crankshaft

In diesel engines, the four basic events (intake, compression, two power strokes in a two piston strokes in a
14 1260 A revolution in a two- revolutions in a two-
power, and exhaust) are performed once in __________. two-stroke/cycle engine four-stroke/cycle engine
stroke/cycle engine stroke/cycle engine

The upper edges of the piston rings, shown in the illustration are obtain increased keep the ring from reduce the probability of
14 1261 B reduce oil pumping MO-0015
rounded off to __________. strength sticking in the grove ring fracture
check the cylinder frequently check the
A practical way of checking for excessive fuel injection in one feel the high pressure isolate each cylinder and
14 1262 C exhausts for white cylinder exhaust
cylinder of an operating diesel engine is to __________. fuel line inspect the injector
smoke temperature
A 'detergent-type' lube oil, used in a diesel engine, should be the exhaust shows
14 1263 A fuel oil dilution is 5% it begins to turn black all of the above
replaced when __________. traces of blue smoke
On the indicator card shown in the illustration, point "B" indicates
14 1264 A top dead center bottom dead center the beginning of injection the end of ignition MO-0108
__________.
Diesel engine exhaust valve springs are under compression
14 1265 D wide open only partially open only closed only in any position
when they are __________.

the counterclockwise
an increase in the oil the increase in the piston rod being
The butterfly valve overspeed device, shown in the illustration, is rotation of the butterfly
14 1266 D pressure acting against compression on the forced to move to the MO-0103
actuated by the engine overspeeding, and __________. valve to shut off the air
the piston rod spring right
to the engine

A diesel engine with high lugging capacity, would be necessary controllable pitch
14 1267 C generator set winch centrifugal pump
for driving a __________. propeller
Which of the factors listed has the greatest effect on the Temperature of the Mechanical condition of Mechanical condition of
14 1268 B Friction within the engine
mechanical efficiency of a diesel engine? intake air the supercharger the turbocharger

Method of air charging a

What determines the number of events occurring in a cycle of Distance a piston travels
14 1269 B Crankshaft revolution cylinder and expelling Number of pistons
operation in an internal combustion engine? during a stroke
exhaust gases

A diesel engine may fail to start when being cranked, due to

14 1270 B high cetane number insufficient compression low lube oil viscosity high lube oil pressure
__________.
 transmit heat from the
The function of the piston compression rings used in a diesel seal the space between reduce the amount of
14 1271 D piston to the cylinder all of the above
engine is to __________. the piston and liner combustion gas blow-by
liner

Which of the following problems could cause misalignment A defective nozzle tip
14 1272 D A bent fuel needle. A distorted valve body. All of the above.
between the needle valve and nozzle in a fuel injection nozzle? seat.

Which of the following test indicators should be considered a

An extremely low An extremely high The oil appears black in A minor increase in flash
14 1273 B determining factor as to whether or not a diesel generator's lube
neutralization number. precipitation number. color. point.
oil should be drained and renewed?

The probe and sensor

As the water content in The capacitor completes
Which of the following statements represents the working measure the dielectric
the oil decreases, the part of the inductive All of the above are
14 1274 A principle of the water transducer used with the separator shown constant through MO-0127
dielectric constant circuit which monitors correct.
in the illustration? capacitive reactance of
increases. pressure changes.
the process fluid.

If a diesel engine hydraulic starting motor fails to disengage from

14 1275 C throw-out bearing hydraulic pump overrunning clutch accumulator
the engine, your FIRST check should be the __________.

An overspeed safety shutoff for a diesel engine is shown in the

Piece #10 will rotate Piece #9 will move to the
14 1276 B illustration. Which of the following movements will occur if the Piece #8 will move up Piece #8 will move down MO-0104
counterclockwise left
engine overspeeds?
Engines which are
Engines with
When fuel oil is injected designed with
precombustion
into the precombustion precombustion
When operating chambers, which do not
chamber, it does not chambers are more
Which of the following statements describes the operating correctly, combustion have an increased
14 1277 A need to be as finely likely to suffer blocked
characteristics of a precombustion chamber? should not occur in the compression ratio, are
atomized as the fuel oil nozzle holes, due to fuel
precombustion chamber. not as difficult to start
in diesel engines having oil impurities, than
when cold, as engines
direct injection. engines designed with
with direct injection.
direct injection.

Stop the air compressor

On a diesel engine, using a distributer type air starting system, Open the cylinder test Feel each air supply line
Check the position of the and check for pressure
14 1278 A that is not running, which of the following methods may be used cocks and check for to see which is warm
air start valve cams. drop throughout the
to detect leaking air starting valves? blowing air. from leaking air.
system.

a combination of a combination of
Modern marine diesel engines using mechanical fuel injection, entirely constant
14 1279 A constant volume and constant temperature entirely constant volume
operate on a combustion cycle which is __________. pressure
constant pressure and constant pressure

Which of the listed devices could be used as a substitute for a

ring groove cleaning tool when needed to remove hard carbon Fine emery cloth or steel A section of the removed
14 1280 C Rotary steel brush A case hardened scraper
deposits from piston ring grooves in preparation for installing new wool compression ring
rings?
limit upward flow of lube
prevent excessive reduce friction losses in seal the space between
14 1281 C The main function of piston compression rings is to __________. oil into the combustion
cylinder liner wear the engine the piston and the liner
space
Visual inspection of a fuel injector valve, removed during
return check valve
14 1282 A overhaul, shows heat discoloration of the lower end of the valve. valve leakage insufficient valve lift choking of nozzle holes
leakage
This is indicative of __________.
According to
How often should the lubricating oil of a diesel engine be Every time they are
14 1283 C After every trip Every 4000 hours manufacturer's
changed? shutdown
instructions
 maintaining a constant maintaining equal maintaining even
14 1284 B The flywheel reduces speed fluctuations by __________. storing kinetic energy
rack setting exhaust pressure camshaft speed
One of the factors limiting the amount of load which can be put
14 1285 B governor sensitivity exhaust temperature fuel injection pressure speed of the cam shaft
on a modern marine diesel engine is the __________.
The overspeed trip device installed in some diesel engines is
14 1286 C spring force hydraulic pressure centrifugal force mechanical linkage
automatically actuated by __________.

Modern marine diesel engines equipped with mechanical fuel a combination of a combination of
entirely constant entirely constant
14 1287 C injection operate on a combustion phase within the cycle which is constant volume and constant temperature
pressure temperature
__________. constant pressure and constant pressure

Turbulence in the cylinder of a two-stroke/cycle main propulsion directional intake valve precombustion
14 1288 D masked intake valves intake port design
diesel engine is mainly created by __________. ports chambers

In a single acting, two-stroke/cycle, diesel generator engine, the once every crankshaft once every two
14 1289 A once every piston stroke twice every piston stroke
power impulse in an individual cylinder occurs __________. revolution crankshaft revolutions

relationships between relationships between

An indicator card or pressure-volume diagram, shows graphically compression ratio of the pressure and volume pressure and volume
14 1290 D volume of the engine
the __________. engine during one stroke of the during one cycle of the
engine engine
seal the combustion prevent any piston
Piston compression rings used in a diesel engine function to transfer heat from the scrape oil from the sides
14 1291 C space from the contact with the cylinder
__________. cylinder to the piston of the piston
crankcase liner
add ATF to the housing
add oil to the housing to install inline compressed
to a level just above the do nothing as the
14 1293 D To lubricate the illustrated starting motor bearings __________. the centerline of air lubricators in the MO-0044
bottom of component bearings are sealed
component #29 supply line
#31
As the water content in
The dielectric constant of
the oil increases, so The capacitor completes
Which of the following statements represents the working the liquid flowing through
does the dielectric part of the inductive All of the above are
14 1294 B principle of the water transducer used with the separator shown the sensor increases MO-0127
constant and circuit which monitors correct.
in the illustration? with an increase in
consequently its pressure changes.
temperature.
capacitive reactance.
White smoke exhausting from a diesel engine can be caused by high combustion high compression fuel with a high
14 1295 C cracked cylinder liner
a __________. temperature pressure vanadium content
A diesel engine is equipped with the overspeed trip assembly
shown in the illustration. At the inspection, the counter weight decreasing the increasing the reducing the
changing piece #10 to a
14 1296 A was found to be tripping out at too high of an RPM. The compression on spring compression on spring counterweight pivot point MO-0101
lighter weight
adjustment to lower the tripping speed RPM was carried out by #12 #12 friction
__________.
The theoretical minimum compression ratio necessary to ensure
14 1297 C compression ignition in a direct injection diesel engine is 8:01 10:02 12:01 14:01
__________.
A diesel engine is operating under a normal load with low firing
a restricted exhaust the fuel rack being too the fuel rack being too
14 1298 B pressures and high exhaust temperatures. The most probable a missing air intake filter
manifold far in far out
cause of this condition is __________.
A multi-orifice fuel injection nozzle is usually used with which of Open combustion
14 1299 A Precombustion chamber Turbulence chamber Energy cell
the listed types of combustion chamber? chamber
A diesel engine which is rated for normal operation at a
14 1300 B crankshaft speed of 800 RPM, is commonly classed as a slow-speed diesel medium-speed diesel high-speed diesel constant-speed diesel
__________.
 Dissipate combustion
Control the amount of Transmit heat from the Prevent damage to ring
Which of the following statements represents the function of the chamber gas pressure
14 1301 B lube oil burned in the piston to the cylinder groove inserts by acting
compression rings installed at the top of a diesel engine piston? by channeling it through
combustion chamber. liner. as a heat dam.
the ring gap.

Because of the close tolerances used in diesel engine fuel oil grinding the spare replacing the plunger highly polishing both the
14 1302 B replacing plunger only
pumps, a worn plunger requires __________. plunger to the barrel and the barrel plunger and barrel

If the oil control rings were installed upside down on a diesel Excessive oil pumping The rings would tend to The ring grooves would Tendency for ring
14 1303 A
engine piston, which of the following conditions would result? would occur. overheat. be blocked. breakage is increased.

A diesel engine emits blue exhaust smoke as a result of excessive compression excessive cylinder
14 1304 C cold intake air a light load
__________. pressure lubrication
If a diesel engine is smoking excessively under load, the cause low exhaust back early fuel injection in one compression pressure in
14 1305 D plugged injector holes
could be __________. pressure of the cylinders one of the cylinders
For most diesel propulsion and generator engines, the overspeed moving the governor shutting off the tripping the governor shutting off the fuel
14 1306 D
trip device will stop the engine by __________. control to stop lubricating oil supply emergency stop lever supply
A diesel engine exhaust valve spring is under compression when the piston is at top dead
14 1307 D the valve is open the valve is closed all of the above
__________. center
If the diesel engine starter-drive mechanism fails to disengage
The starter motor will The engine flywheel will The starter motor will
14 1308 D after the engine starts, which of the following situations will The engine will stall.
have reverse current. be burred. overspeed.
occur?
The highest loads applied to the diesel engine crankshaft main
14 1309 B axial loads firing loads inertia loads centripetal loads
bearings are __________.

During which of the listed piston strokes of a four-stroke/cycle

14 1310 A Intake stroke Compression stroke Exhaust stroke Pumping stroke
diesel engine, is the piston moving downward?

Combustion gases formed in the cylinder of a diesel engine are

14 1311 B cylinder valves compression rings piston skirts oil rings
prevented from blowing past the piston by __________.

While overhauling a jerk-type fuel pump it is necessary to

14 1312 B replace the pump plunger. Which of the parts listed below must Delivery check valve Pump barrel Tubing to the injector Cam follower
also be replaced?

provide energy to neutralize the primary reduce the shock of prevent the engine from
14 1314 A The purpose of the flywheel is to __________. operate the engine inertia force of the starting loads on the operating at critical
between power impulses crankshaft main bearings speed

The detector is so
Vibration sensors are not The vibration switch is The detector mechanism
arranged to prevent
used with centrifuges sensitive to vibration in a consists of an armature
abnormal harmonic
Which of the following statements is accurate concerning the currently installed on direction horizontal to its suspended on a flexure
frequencies from being
14 1315 C vibration sensing device used with the separator shown in the diesel vessels due to mounting base and is pivot and restrained from MO-0127
developed while the
illustration? excessive vibrations normally installed low on motion by a permanent
separator is passing
developed by the main the separator where magnet acting through a
through its critical speed
propulsion units. movement is magnified. small air gap.
range.

the activation of the fixed

An emergency diesel generator should automatically shut down a loss of lube oil CO2 system for the
14 1316 D dangerous overspeeding all of the above
in the event of __________. pressure emergency generator
space
Increasing the compression ratio of a diesel engine while
14 1317 A maintaining the designed rate of fuel flow will result in increased horsepower reduced efficiency increased heat loss lower cylinder pressures
__________.
 Black smoke exhausting from an operating diesel engine is an
insufficient fuel for clogged air intake
14 1318 C indication of poor combustion which may be caused by water in the fuel burning lubricating oil
combustion passages
__________.

For main propulsion

The astern power of the Astern power available
systems without
Astern power is to be main propelling will be equal to ahead
reversing gears,
provided in a sufficient machinery is to provide power when controllable
Which of the following statements is correct concerning available controllable pitch
14 1319 A amount to secure proper for continuous operation pitch propellers are
astern power for diesel main propulsion systems? propellers or electric
control of the ship in all astern at 60% of the utilized, thus discounting
propulsion drive, running
normal circumstances. ahead rpm at rated the need for increased
astern is not to lead to
speed. operating parameters.
overload conditions.

It provides a low
It aids in the removal of It provides a low
pressure point for the It relieves the excessive
What is the function of the device labeled "1" shown in the combustible gases pressure point for adding
14 1320 D addition of chemicals pressure developed in MO-0111
illustration? formed in the jacket chemicals into the jacket
into the boiler feed the jacket water cooler.
water. water system.
system.

In a modern internal combustion diesel engine, the load carrying

14 1321 A bedplate or base sump or oil pan cylinder block frame
part of the engine is referred to as the __________.

only the replacement of the injection pump and either the barrel or the barrel and plunger
If the plunger or barrel of a fuel injection jerk pump becomes
14 1322 D the entire pump would injection nozzle must be plunger must be must be replaced as a
damaged, __________.
be acceptable replaced replaced unit

14 1323 D A well-lubricated bearing surface always appears __________. well knurled slightly streaked lightly glazed highly polished

Waste heat boilers may be equipped with vents on the feed water allow for feedwater
14 1324 A prevent air binding release excess pressure remove sediment
heater heads to __________. treatment

vent line attached to the

fan to develop a slight breather or by means of
Provision is to be made for ventilation of an enclosed diesel aperture not exceeding upper most area of the
14 1325 D suction not exceeding 1" a slight suction not
engine crankcase by means of a small __________. 1" in diameter crankcase near the
of water exceeding 1" of water
center of the engine

According to U. S. Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), internal

combustion engine driven emergency generators shall be
14 1326 C a week every two weeks a month a quarter
operated under load for at least two hours at least once
__________.

All excessive amounts of

The deposits produced If continual growth is
growth will cause the Eventually the growth of
by these growths form permitted, a sweet odor
main engines of the these organisms will
blockages and flow similar to that associated
Which of the following statements describes the results of vessel to stall due to the deplete the supply of
14 1327 B restrictions ultimately with baking will be
excessive microbiological growths within a fuel system? inability to supply the food available to them,
leading to improper noticed when system
proper quantities of fuel which in turn will cause
atomization of the fuel components are opened
to satisfy the existing their demise.
into the cylinders. for inspection.
load.

The device labeled "B", shown in the illustration, is known as the centripetal pump
14 1328 D upper ring chamber set of regulating rings comminuting device MO-0112
__________. chamber cover
Which device is used to prevent over pressurization of the
14 1329 C "13" "19" "26" "27" MO-0111
illustrated distiller?

The heat exchanger plates, used in the device shown in the

14 1330 A Titanium Anodized aluminum Phosphor bronze Copper MO-0110
illustration, are produced from which of the listed materials?
 If the device is covered
After applying antisieze Once the bearing cap is
with abrasive material or
to the external threads, properly torqued, Prior to installing the
contaminates, the unit
When installing the bearing cap on the device shown in the torque one side at a time measure the critical cap, position the thrust
14 1331 C may be reassembled, MO-0121
illustration, which of the precautions listed must be observed? to the appropriate values dimensions to ascertain shoes in their proper
provided an abnormal
using a quality torque even tightening of the locations.
method of reassembly is
wrench. cap.
followed.

There will be an increase

Interstage leakage will
If the demister used in the device shown in the illustration is The vacuum of the The temperature of the of chlorides measured at
14 1332 D cause a decrease in MO-0110
improperly installed, which of the following will occur? device will increase. device will decrease. the distillate pump
output.
salinity cell.

is holding finely
If the detergent type lubricating oil being used in a diesel engine
14 1333 D must be centrifuged must be filtered must be changed dispersed carbon in
is black, the oil __________.
suspension
the absolute pressure of
the absolute pressure of the absolute pressure of the absolute pressure of
the unit will not be
If valve "H" shown in the illustration is opened wide while the the unit will increase with the unit will increase due the unit will increase with
14 1334 C affected, but the rate of MO-0111
distiller is in operation, __________. an associated decrease to the increased affect of an associated increase
condensation will be
in shell temperature. the air ejector. in shell temperature.
decreased.
The pump is used to The pump supplies the
The pump supplies the The pump provides for
Which of the following statements represents the two major drain the shell when the motive fluid to the
motive force to the venting of associated
14 1335 D functions provided by the item labeled "20" shown in the unit is secured, in ejectors in addition to MO-0111
ejectors and removes equipment while also
illustration? addition to powering the suppling the feed water
the excess distillate. powering the ejectors.
ejectors. to the distiller.
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require emergency diesel high cooling water
low lube oil level alarm low lube oil pressure low lube oil level cutoff
14 1336 B generator sets, with forced lubrication systems, to be provided temperature cutout
system alarm system system
with a __________. system
The symbol shown in the illustration as "E" is called a
14 1337 C two position switch dual directional valve double check valve restrictor valve MO-0115
__________.
From the graph shown in the illustration, if the separating
temperature required is to be 167°F, and the specific gravity of
14 1338 C 86 mm 89 mm 92 mm 95 mm MO-0113
the oil is .98 kg/dm3 at 59°F, what size regulating ring is
required?
What is used as the primary operating medium during the sludge
14 1339 D Light phase liquid Heavy phase liquid Hydraulic fluid Water MO-0112
discharge cycle, shown in the illustration?

The device labeled "H", shown in the illustration is referred to as upper chamber bowl centrifugation chamber
14 1340 B sliding piston upper seal sliding piston lower seal MO-0112
the __________. gasket bottom gasket

permit gas pressure prevent carbon allow for lube oil prevent combustion
The side clearance of the compression rings on diesel engine
14 1341 A behind and on top of the accumulation behind the drainage behind the gases burning the ring
pistons is necessary to __________.
rings rings rings grooves

It removes moisture It controls the amount of The division plate

It allows for access into
14 1342 A What is the function of device "C" shown in the illustration? entrained in the vapors vapor produced in creates a pressure drop MO-0110
section "F".
produced in section "G". section "F". between the two stages.

The lubricating quality of Normal engine operating

Which of the following conditions is indicated when the lubricating The oil should be The oil is functioning
14 1343 C the oil has dangerously temperatures have been
oil of a diesel engine turns dark after a few hours of use? purified. normally.
deteriorated. exceeded.
 The device labeled "A", shown in the illustration, is known as the
14 1344 C centripetal pump cover bowl assembly hood regulating ring kinetic converter MO-0112
__________.
not apparent, because
Under normal operating conditions, the brine level maintained in in the upper third of the in the middle third of the in the lower third of the the brine level is kept
14 1345 D MO-0110
the illustration is __________. glass "N" glass "N" glass "N" below the range of the
glass "N"

A propulsion diesel engine, having a maximum continuous output

of over 300 HP, and driving a controllable pitch propeller, must be
14 1346 C fitted with a separate overspeed device, in addition to the normal 5% 10-15% 20% 25-30%
governor. This second device is to prevent the engine from
exceeding the rated speed by more than __________.

It heats the entering It heats the jacket water It causes the jacket It condenses the
14 1347 A What is the function of item "D" shown in the illustration? MO-0110
feedwater. entering the device. water to evaporate. distillate.

With oils of greater

The specific gravity of
For a constant operating specific viscosities it is The larger sized
the oil and the size of the
If the separating temperature is to remain constant, what is the temperature, the greater proper to select smaller regulating rings are
regulating ring are
14 1348 D relationship between the specific gravity of the oil and the the specific gravity of the regulating rings designed to be used with MO-0113
related only during the
required size of the regulating ring? oil the larger the regardless of the oils of lower specific
initial design stages of
regulating ring. operating temperatures gravities.
the centrifuge.
desired.
The device labeled "P" shown in the illustration is properly called
14 1349 C disc stack base lower main disc distributor first major insert MO-0112
the __________.
The vapors produced in
Non-condensable vapors The sea water flowing The jacket water flowing section "G" are
Which of the following conditions occurs in the section labeled
14 1350 D are removed and water through device "I" is through device "I" is condensed and the non- MO-0110
"F" of the device shown in the illustration?
vapors are preheated. cooled. heated. condensable gases are
removed.
In an internal combustion engine, which of the devices listed will Gas pressure acting
Use of bimetallic piston Thermal increase in ring-
14 1351 D force the compression rings to seal the compression gases in the Ring gap pretensioning against the back of the
rings end clearance
space above the piston? ring
always keep the plunger
When disassembling or assembling an injection pump plunger keep the parts immersed work over a linoleum-
14 1352 D and barrel as a matched all of the above
and barrel you should __________. in diesel fuel type surface
set

Oil oxidation, as a result of excessively high lube oil temperature, large quantities of oil are lube oil viscosity is corrosive by-products
14 1353 D oil foaming will occur
is harmful to a diesel engine because __________. consumed always decreased are usually formed

14 1354 A Line "K" shown in the illustration is the __________. distillate pump suction brine eductor suction
brine eductor inlet feed water inlet MO-0110
always greater than the
minimal while the sliding equal to the minimal while the sliding
Prior to starting, the volume of liquid retained in space "J" of the volume of liquid present
14 1355 A piston is in the sludge displacement volume of piston is in the closed MO-0112
device shown in the illustration is __________. when the unit is
discharge position the sliding position position
operating
According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), how often shall
Once a week for two Once a week for four Once a month for two Every six months for four
14 1356 C internal combustion engine driven emergency generators be
hours hours hours hours
operated under load?
The feed water enters
The feed water is cooled
What occurs in the space labeled "G" of the device shown in the Jacket water is heated in the device and vaporizes Scale accumulates at
14 1357 B prior to being pumped MO-0110
illustration? the boiling chamber. under vacuum position "E".
into section "F".
conditions.
 Using the graph shown in the illustration, the oil being separated
14 1358 C has a specific gravity of .87 kg/dm3 at 72.5°C. What will be the 0.872 kg/dm3 0.882 kg/dm3 0.892 kg/dm3 0.902 kg/dm3 MO-0113
specific gravity if the temperature is lowered to 40°C?

Valves "H", "J", "K", "L", Valves "J", "K", "L", "M" Valves "D", "H", "J", "K", Valves "C", "J", "K", "L",
Which of the valve arrangements listed would be correct for
14 1359 B "M" open, valve "D" open, valves "D" and "H" "L", "M" open, valves "I", "M" open, valves "A", MO-0111
operating the distillation plant shown in the illustration?
closed. closed. "G", "F", and "E" closed. "B", "D", and "H" closed.

14 1360 C Item "M" shown in the illustration is the __________. salt water inlet feed water inlet jacket water inlet brine water outlet MO-0110
In an operating diesel engine, the sealing of the cylinder is the combustion gas
oil pressure acting compression pressure ring expansion from the
14 1361 D result of the compression rings being forced against the cylinder pressure acting behind
behind the ring acting beneath the ring heat of combustion
walls by __________. the ring
affect engine
Surface irregularities, such as erosion and pitting on injection disappear due to fuel oil
14 1362 B increase ignition delay affect fuel oil metering performance at low
pump plungers, will __________. abrasion
speed only
The oxidation by-products forming in diesel engine lube oil can
14 1363 D pitting sludge hard varnish All of the above
cause __________.

against the crosshead against the crosshead

during power stroke and during the compression against the crosshead away from the crosshead
In a large slow-speed propulsion diesel engine, the force applied
14 1364 C away from the crosshead stroke and away from during the power and during the power and
to the crosshead is __________.
during the compression the crosshead during the compression strokes compression strokes
stroke power stroke

If a particular liquid has a specific gravity of .96kg/dm3 at 77°F,

what will be the specific gravity of the liquid, as determined from
14 1365 D .910 kg/dm3 .915 kg/dm3 .920 kg/dm3 .925 kg/dm3 MO-0113
the graph shown in the illustration, if the temperature is increased
to 167°F?

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require a horizontal dry be equipped with a water be arranged to prevent have adequate insulation not penetrate the engine
14 1366 B
exhaust pipe from a diesel engine must __________. cooled muffler entry of boarding seas in any berthing space room casing

The line shown in the illustration, identified by the letter "S", is the condensate pump ejector supply pump
14 1367 A distillate pump discharge brine pump discharge MO-0110
__________. discharge discharge
remove air and non-
The primary function of line "J" shown in the illustration is to allow for removal of prevent backflow of remove condensable
14 1368 A condensable gases from MO-0110
__________. produced distillate eductor discharge gases from the unit
the unit
The discharge nozzle shown in the illustration, is indicated by the
14 1369 C A K S X MO-0112
letter __________.
The sea water used for
For the operation of the illustrated device what fluid flow would be The feed water enters The feed water exits the Main engine jacket water
14 1370 C condensing enters the MO-0110
expected at the connection labeled "I"? the device. device. is admitted to the unit.
device.
The top compression
Three compression and The top and bottom rings
Which of the following statements is true concerning the piston ring is protected from Top compression ring
14 1371 A one oil scraper ring are pictured are bimetal MO-0013
rings shown in the illustration? overheating by a ring has an inside bevel.
pictured. rings.
dam.
Uneven bolt tightening during the installation of a fuel injection binding of pump moving high torsional shock to improper pump-to-
14 1372 A ignition delay
pump can result in __________. parts fuel lines engine timing

Which of the following operational conditions will occur to the The oil oxidizes and Engine oil consumption Lubricating qualities of
14 1373 A The viscosity increases.
diesel engine lube oil at extremely high temperatures? forms carbon deposits. decreases. the oil are enhanced.
 From the graph shown in the illustration, determine the size of
the regulating ring required for the proper operation of the fuel oil
14 1374 C 86 mm 104 mm 110 mm 117 mm MO-0113
centrifuge if the fuel oil specific gravity is 0.9 kg/dm3 at 68°F, and
the separating temperature is 158°F.
control the amount of control the amount of provide a positive
The function of device "O" shown in the illustration is to regulate the amount of
14 1375 C brine exiting the feed water entering the suction head for the MO-0110
__________. brine entering the unit
evaporator evaporator brine pump

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require a horizontal dry be equipped with a water-have adequate insulation terminate above the not penetrate the engine
14 1376 C
exhaust pipe from a diesel engine to __________. cooled muffler in any berthing space deepest load waterline room casing

The motive power is the

The motive power is the
Which of the following represents the motivating power fluid used The ejectors do not The motive power is the brine pump output, prior
14 1377 B jacket water flowing MO-0110
in conjunction with the ejector pumps on evaporators? require a motive power. feed water supply. to being discharged
through the ejectors.
overboard.

An improperly assembled centrifuge, of the type shown in the

Excessive wear of fuel Increased main bearing Severe injury to engine
14 1378 D illustration, may result in which of the following operating All of the above. MO-0112
injection equipment. wear. room personnel.
conditions to occur?
Which of the operating positions, for valve "A" shown in the
illustration, should be chosen to maintain the circuit in continuous
14 1379 B 1 2 3 4 MO-0115
flow, regardless of failure to the included down stream
components?

It supplies the operating

It supplies the operating It supplies the operating
Which of the following is NOT a function of the water supply It supplies feed water to medium used in the
14 1380 B medium used in the medium used in the MO-0110
through item "P" shown in the illustration? evaporator. removal of air and non-
removal of the distillate. removal of the brine.
condensable gases.

allow the combustion

allow the combustion
The purpose of end clearance on a diesel engine piston ring is to gases to get behind the prevent buckling and aid in protecting the oil
14 1381 C gases to press the ring
__________. ring and press it against breaking of the ring film
down on the land
the cylinder liner

If lost motion is present in an individual fuel injection pump, which Fuel injection will be Fuel injection will remain Fuel injection will occur Fuel injection will occur
14 1382 D
of the following problems will occur? increased. unchanged. earlier. later.
Which of the listed conditions can cause a diesel engine to use Too much piston ring
14 1383 B Dirty lube oil filter High lube oil viscosity Low lube oil temperature
too much lube oil? wear
All speed signals
The device is used to The device is used to
The symbol with the output 'ee' shown in the illustration, is The blocking device emanating from the
interrupt the control interrupt the pneumatic
properly called a blocking valve. Which of the following prevents direct hydraulic throttle lever are
14 1384 D signal to port "J" of the signal to port "A" of the MO-0116
statements describes its function when incorporated into a slow flow from operating the diminished by half due to
air start distributor shown distributor shown in
speed diesel engine pneumatic control circuit? reversing mechanism. the blocking effect of this
in illustration MO-0053. illustration MO-0053.
valve.

The flange identified by the letter "T" shown in the illustration is attached to the outlet of directly connected to the directly connected to the attached to the outlet of
14 1385 D MO-0110
__________. the brine ejector feed water supply line jacket water supply line the air ejector

A diesel engine is driving an alternator required to run at 1800

14 1386 A RPM. The overspeed governor is normally required to be set 1980 to 2070 RPM 2100 to 2200 RPM 2200 to 2300 RPM 2300 to 2400 RPM
within a range of __________.

Failure to establish sufficient vacuum when starting up the unit improper operation of the improper operation of the neglecting to close the neglecting to latch the
14 1387 C MO-0110
shown in the illustration may be the result of __________. brine pump distillate pump vent shell dump valve
 orifice "19" regulating the
amount of feed water
opening the drain valve
Excess brine accumulated in the distiller, shown in the the hydrokineter labeled the continuous action of entering the distiller,
14 1388 C located to the left of MO-0111
illustration, is removed during normal operation by __________. "21" ejector "22" thereby preventing
orifice "19"
excess brine
accumulation
What safety feature may be used to satisfy Coast Guard Pneumatic three position
14 1389 D Shaft bull gear. Worm and worm gear Limit switches MO-0116
regulations for the unit shown in the illustration? valve
Sea water from the Jacket water from the Sea water from the
Which of the listed fluids exits the flange labeled "Q" shown in the Sea water from the
14 1390 A condenser plate condenser plate evaporator plate MO-0110
illustration? evaporator tube bundle.
assembly. assembly. assembly.
The upper piston compression ring can be protected from
overheating by a heat dam. This physical concept is shown in
14 1391 C A B C D MO-0017
the illustration and designated by the figure lettered as
__________.
If the discharge valve of the fuel injection pump, shown in the
Injection timing will be Fuel will leak into the Effective length of stroke Effective length of stroke
14 1392 D illustration, leaks during operation, which of the following MO-0065
increased. return line. will be increased. will be decreased.
conditions should be expected?
Excessive lube oil consumption in a diesel engine can be caused
14 1393 B late combustion plugged oil wiper rings low lube oil temperature low lube oil pressure
by __________.
pneumatic actuated, detented, control air
hydraulic actuated, muli- infinitely positioned
14 1394 D The circuit shown in the illustration represents a/an __________. multiple position, control pressure, reducing and MO-0115
position control unit pneumatic control
unit filtering unit
Which of the listed fluids exits the device at flange "R" shown in Sea water from the Sea water from the
14 1395 D Evaporator feed water Engine jacket water MO-0110
the illustration? condenser service system
What is the correct term for the orifice indicated by the letter "K"
14 1396 C Inlet orifice Inlet annular Inlet nozzle Discharge port MO-0112
in the device shown in the illustration?

The lock ring forces the

The lock ring insures
proper contact between
When tightening the lock ring "G" of the device shown in the
the bowl top and the
14 1397 C illustration, two events are simultaneously accomplished. Which
sliding bowl bottom, in
of the following statements represents these these events?
addition to compressing
the disc stack.
When tightened, the lock The lock ring insures
disc stack onto the
ring allows for movement proper positioning of the
spindle, providing a
of the sliding piston and disc stack and maintains
positive means of MO-0112
positions the sliding a positive contact of the
rotation and locating the
piston within the bowl bowl top and bowl
bowl top to seal the
bottom. bottom.
separation chamber.

In an actual installation, the flange identified by the letter "U",

upper flash chamber feed water return labeled second effect tube
14 1398 A shown in the illustration, can be directly connected from the brine overboard discharge line MO-0110
labeled "F" "K" bundle
ejector discharge to the __________.

The regulator reduces The device is a relief Constant pressure is The regulator, or
the pressure of the valve with feedback to maintained at device "B" pressure reducer, drops
Which of the following statements describes the function of the
14 1399 D supply air to provide prevent excessive while device "C" is used the supply pressure to MO-0115
device labeled "C" shown in the illustration?
ancillary main engine pressure from damaging only to modify the output the desired operating
services. system components. signal. level.

14 1400 B Item "F" shown in the illustration is called a __________. flow limiting device relief valve pressure reducer sequencing valve MO-0115
reduce valve gear increase valve operating create longer valve
14 1401 A In diesel engines, hydraulic valve lifters are used to __________. obtain greater valve lift
pounding lash duration
If the discharge valve of the fuel injection pump, shown in the
injection timing will be air bubbles will form in effective length of stroke effective length of stroke
14 1402 D illustration, allows fuel to leak out of the high pressure fuel line, MO-0065
advanced the fuel return line will be increased will be decreased
__________.
Which of the following problems can cause excessive Excessive piston ring Excessively high lube oil Excessively low lube oil
14 1403 B Dirty lube oil filters
consumption of the lubricating oil in a diesel engine? wear viscosity temperatures
 The device specifically
The heat exchanger The jacket water cooler
serves to remove the The cooler removes
What is the function of the device labeled "3" shown in the serves to heat the jacket is used to raise the
14 1404 D latent heat of sensible heat from the MO-0111
illustration? water during cold water temperature of the sea
vaporization from the jacket water.
operation. water flowing through it.
jacket water.
use a specific pattern
while measuring the avoid using a torque
When tightening the plate type heat exchanger shown in the prevent damage to the avoid fracturing the
14 1405 C distance to which the wrench that has not MO-0110
illustration, care must be taken to __________. aluminum plates backing plate
plates have been been recently calibrated
compressed
Auxiliary diesel engines can be automatically shut down as a high exhaust high cooling water
14 1406 B low lube oil temperature low lube oil pressure
result of __________. temperature pressure
The absolute pressure of
The unit would
The unit would continue Jacket water would be the unit would increase,
What would happen if valve '25', shown in the illustration, automatically shut down
14 1407 D to operate with no automatically by-passed causing a decrease in MO-0111
vibrated open with the unit in operation? due to the closing of the
adverse effects. around the distiller. output quantity and
low pressure contacts.
purity.

The jacket water cooler The output of pump "7"

The amount of vapor The amount of vapor
If valve "D" is opened during the normal operation of the distiller will be overloaded, will increase with a
14 1408 D formed in the evaporator being formed in the MO-0111
shown in the illustration, which of the events listed will occur? eventually causing a corresponding increase
will increase. evaporator will decrease.
critical engine alarm. in pressure.

Excluding line losses, how many distinct pressure drops will

14 1409 C occur as sea water flows through the heat exchangers in the 3 4 5 6 MO-0111
cooling system shown in the illustration?

Which of the tools listed must be used when retightening the

Steel ruler or tape Pneumatic impact
14 1410 B plate type heat exchangers used in the device shown in the Torque wrench Cantilever wrench MO-0110
measure wrench
illustration?

clearance between the clearance between the

compression of the valve out of roundness of the
14 1411 A Valve lash, or clearance refers to the __________. top of the valve stem valve seat inserts and
springs fuel injection cams
and the rocker arm the head

The area indicated by the letter "L" of the device shown in the
14 1412 D pre-injection chamber operating water reservoir channelling chamber injection chamber MO-0112
illustration is properly called the __________.
The pressure of the sea
The temperature of the
The temperature of the water to the lube oil
lube oil entering the The pressure of the lube
The operation of the lube oil cooler, shown in the illustration as sea water entering the cooler will be increased
cooler will increase oil at the cooler will be
14 1413 A item #4, will be characterized by which of the following cooler will be higher above the operating MO-0111
above normal setpoint of increased above
statements? when operating with the pressure of the system
the temperature normally accepted limits.
distiller. without the distiller on
controller.
line.
The oil/water interface
The oil/water interface The unit will not properly
If item "F" begins leaking during operation, which of the following will move outward from The water seal will be
14 1414 C will remain in the same operate and should MO-0112
operating conditions will not occur? the vertical axis of the lost.
neutral position. automatically shut down.
machine.
 The heat from the jacket The heat of combustion
The feed water flowing The heat being
water passing within the from the engine is being
through the inside of the transferred is subliminal,
What occurs within the tubes of the device labeled "23" shown in tubes is being transferred
14 1415 B tubes is being heated by therefore expansion is MO-0111
the illustration? transferred to the feed azeotropically, adding
the jacket water on the taking place within the
water on the outside of latent heat to the
outside of the tubes. tubes.
the tubes. entering jacket water.

Failure to properly Failure to properly

Which of the following conditions can cause excessive sea water Improper venting during Improper venting during tighten the bolts of the tighten the bolts of the
14 1416 D MO-0110
leakage into the illustrated device? start-up. operation. evaporator heat condenser heat
exchanger. exchanger.
Remove only the disc
Steam clean the Disassemble the entire
Disassemble the entire stack, separate all the
components in place, unit, clean all
After removing the bowl hood of the device shown in the unit, clean all discs, clean with steel
check for proper components, replace
illustration, excessive quantities of sludge are visible. Which of components, replace all wool and solvent,
14 1417 D alignment, using the any defective gaskets MO-0112
the following statements represents the approach to rectify the defective discs and use replace the disc stack
match marks provided, and use the proper
situation? the proper lubricant ensuring it is located by
reassemble and restart lubricants where
where required. use of the dowel pin
the unit. required.
shown.

Where is the latent heat obtained to create vapor from the Only as it passes During its contact period From having passed While it is in contact with
14 1418 C MO-0111
feedwater in the illustrated distiller? through device "20". with heat exchanger "3". through "23". device "24".

The output is for speed The output shown is The pneumatic

The output of this device
The device shown in the illustration is utilized in some diesel jumps and is utilized to used to prevent torpid arrangement serves to
is used to secure the
14 1419 D control systems. If the output of "2" is directed to the engine ensure the transmission speed changes resulting prevent the engine from MO-0114
engine if it becomes
governor, what will be its primary function? of stepped speed from fluctuations of the operating within a critical
overloaded.
reductions. input signal. speed range.

The bowl will fail to The bowl will fail to close

Which of the following statements describes what will occur if the Operating water will be The unit will not start due
close, but the unit will be when starting and the
14 1420 D annular spaces, indicated by the letter "K" of the device shown in supplied through port to pressure/time delay MO-0112
capable of shooting unit will not shoot when
the illustration, became restricted? "S". relays.
while in operation. operating.

In some modern large diesel engines, which of the following is

14 1421 A Bedplate Block Base Sump
used as the support for the main bearings?

After a recent overhaul of the device shown in the illustration, the

an improperly adjusted a faulty interplate improper tightening of improper tightening of
14 1422 D unit floods and the shell pressure is the same as the jacket water MO-0110
feed water regulator condenser gaskets the condenser the evaporator
supplied to the unit. This is caused by __________.

Excessive piston ring wear in a diesel engine will cause increased lube oil
14 1423 B high lube oil viscosity low lube oil temperatures high firing pressures
__________. consumption

The flow to the The flow to the

Both the flow to the The sea water pump "H"
If the aftercoolers shown in the illustration, labeled as "5" and condenser will be condenser will not be
condenser and the will always supply
14 1424 C "6", become fouled on the sea water side, how will the sea water reduced while the output affected due to the MO-0111
distiller output will be sufficient quantities of
flow to the distiller condenser be affected? of the distiller will be operation of the pressure
reduced. water.
increased. control valve "H".

Which of the following statements describes "N" shown in the the included angle of oil the sole direction of the relative size of the
14 1425 B the centrifuge disc stack MO-0112
illustration? flow heavy phase flow separation zone
 The main engine will
The standby pump #7 overheat unless slowed
Fresh water will not be Cooling water will be
Which of the listed conditions represents the greatest problem if will automatically be or secured until an
14 1426 D distilled due to supplied by pump #15 MO-0111
item #8 in the illustration fails while underway at sea? placed into operation for alternate means of
insufficient heating. through valve "M".
emergency cooling. cooling water flow can
be provided.

The unit will flood,

The unit will flood,
vacuum will decrease,
If valve "O" of the unit shown in the illustration is closed during
shell temperature will
14 1427 B normal operation, which of the following statements describes
remain the same, and
the consequences?
the relief valve '27'; will
lift.
The unit will flood,
vacuum will decrease,
vacuum will decrease Transducer "18" will
the shell temperature will
and the equalizing holes sense excess pressure
modulate, depending MO-0111
located in the tube sheet causing an automatic
upon the sea
of "24" will prevent over shut down of pump "20".
temperature and the
pressurization.
relief valve '26' will lift.

Where does the shoot cycle operating liquid first come in contact While traveling under At the inlet cone labeled In the opening chamber At the inlet orifice
14 1428 C MO-0112
with the rotating forces of the device shown in the illustration? disc stack "N". "O". labeled "L". labeled "S".

The shuttle valve

The three position valve This unit controls the air The unit shown is used
Which of the following statements describes the primary reason compensates for any
prevents the fuel flow operated turning motor to prevent starting of the
14 1430 D for the device shown in the illustration to be incorporated into the decrease in the MO-0116
reaching the fuel exhaust when the unit is main engine when the
air start system? operator's physical
injection pumps. in operation. turning gear is engaged.
abilities.

The lash adjuster The bridge spring

The exhaust valves are
Which of the following statements is true concerning the valve maintains zero lash The ball check is always applies the required
directly closed by the
14 1431 B bridge and hydraulic lash adjuster assembly shown in the between the end of the open when the exhaust force to maintain contact MO-0019
action of the bridge
illustration? valve stem and the valve valve is seated. between the plunger and
spring.
plunger. the exhaust valve.

cancel the effects of

prevent damage to
improper regulation regulate flow from the direct the flow from the
14 1432 D Item "10" shown in the illustration is used to __________. device "9" by reducing MO-0111
developed by device drain pump distillate pump
turbulence
"11"
Sticking of diesel engine piston compression rings may be high compression excessive cylinder
14 1433 C excessive ring action improper ring rotation
caused by __________. pressure lubrication
The device labeled "C" shown in the illustration is known as the
14 1434 A upper locking ring lower paring device upper paring gasket pump lock MO-0112
__________.
During operation which device listed removes air and non-
14 1435 D "22" "27" "25" "21" MO-0111
condensable gases from the unit shown in the illustration?

The liquid enters the The liquid enters via port

opening space, The liquid enters the "X", travels through the
The unit shown in the illustration is beginning the sludge The liquid remains
controlled by the opening space with the closing chamber, and
discharge cycle. The operating liquid solenoid valve has been trapped in space "J",
14 1436 B discharge port "S", net resultant force exits port "S", MO-0112
energized and space "J" is filling up. Which of the following developing an upward
thereby causing the causing the piston slide maintaining an upward
actions should occur next? force to open the bowl.
sliding bowl bottom to to move down. force against the bowl
move upwards. bottom,

The gasket "U" shown in the illustration, is used to seal and

14 1437 D ring dam inner bowl outer bowl sliding piston MO-0112
ensure the movement of the __________.
The area indicated by the letter "J" of the device shown in the
14 1438 D operating chamber paring chamber venting chamber sealing chamber MO-0112
illustration is properly known as the __________.
 During the normal operation of the centrifuge shown in the The solenoid valve is The solenoid valve is The solenoid valve is The solenoid valve is
14 1439 B illustration, the operating liquid solenoid and bypass valves for closed and the bypass closed and the bypass open and the bypass open and the bypass MO-0112
the cleaning cycle should be in which position? valve is open. valve is closed. valve is closed. valve is open.

Regulator'17B' shown in the illustration, is set for a constant

output of 1.2 bar and the input signal to "1" is currently 0.42 bar.
14 1440 B 0.35 bar 0.42 bar 0.85 bar 2.05 bar MO-0114
If the output from '17A' can not exceed 0.85 bar, then the current
output from "2" should be __________.

Compensates for the

expansion and
Insures proper pressure Eliminates need to Provides easier removal
14 1441 A What is the purpose of a hydraulic valve lash adjuster? contraction of the valve
in a hydraulic system. remove valve springs. of the valve cage.
stem due to changes in
operating temperature.

If a diesel engine runs roughly, which of the systems listed is

14 1442 A Fuel Lubricating Cooling Ignition
most likely to be at fault?
Worn diesel engine intake valve guides can result in increased engine excessive lube oil lower than normal fuel
14 1443 C excessive valve lash
__________. breathing efficiency consumption consumption

The volume will increase

Which of the following statements describes what will occur to The latent heat of if the valve labeled "J" is The volume is greatly
The volume is increased
the volume of water vapor as it is exposed to the lower condensation is removed opened excessively, reduced, contributing to
14 1444 D as condensation occurs MO-0111
temperatures existing in the device labeled "24" shown in the causing the volume to resulting in an increase condensation within the
at the tube surfaces.
illustration? increase. of the distiller absolute condenser.
pressure.

Item "O" of the device shown in the illustration is the

14 1445 C fair flow nut inlet directional guide spindle nut impeller locking device MO-0112
__________.

manually operated, pneumatically operated,

indent operated, four lever operated, infinite
14 1446 C Item "A" in the illustration is a/an __________. detented, four position, infinite position, reducing MO-0115
position, four-way valve position, four-way valve
four-way valve valve

Which set of valves will be opened intentionally to remove heat

14 1447 D from the main engine jacket cooling water system shown in the "B" and "D", "L" and "M" "J" and "K", "G" and "H" "G" and "H", "E" and "F" "A" and "C", "L" and "M" MO-0111
illustration?
The wear liner shown in the illustration is indicated by the letter
14 1448 D "G" "N" "P" "R" MO-0112
__________.
The area indicated by the letter "W", shown in the illustration is upper sliding piston
14 1449 D closing chamber parting chamber opening chamber MO-0112
correctly termed the __________. chamber

This jacket water pump This jacket water pump This jacket water pump
This circulating salt
circulates salt water supplies the distiller with circulates fresh water
water pump will supply
14 1450 D What is the function of the item "7" shown in the illustration? through the jacket water sea water feed while throughout the engine MO-0111
feed water for the
cooling system to also powering the cooling and distiller
operation of the distiller.
provide engine cooling. eductors. heating systems.

keep the valves off their open inlet valves when

14 1451 C Diesel engine valve springs function to __________. hold the valves open seats until the exhaust close the valves the air injection cycle
stroke is completed begins

insufficient leakoff
In the common rail system, excessive pressure in the header improper adjustment of a dribble in the fuel a malfunctioning
14 1452 A through injection nozzle
may be caused by __________. the bypass valve injection nozzle injection nozzle
packing
 Which of the following conditions can cause excessive lube oil
14 1453 D Low lube oil temperature Dirty lube oil strainer Low lube oil pressure High lube oil temperature
consumption in a diesel engine?

non-condensable gases
The items labeled "21" and "22", shown in the illustration are distillate and non- non-condensable gases brine and jacket water
14 1454 C from two separate MO-0111
used to remove __________. condensable gases and brine from the condenser
sections of the distiller

The port "X" shown in the illustration allows water to enter the
Operating backflush
14 1455 D adjoining chamber. During what cycle of operation will this Bowl retention cycle Clarification cycle Sludge discharge cycle MO-0112
cycle
occur?
A decrease in the level An increase in distiller
A slow continuous rise in The activation of the
of the main engine output resulting from the
Which of the conditions listed would indicate a large condenser the lube oil cooler outlet salinity monitoring
14 1456 D expansion tank as combination of jacket MO-0111
tube leak within the distiller shown in the illustration? temperature indicated at equipment's annunciator
indicated by a low level water and the distillate
device "4". circuit.
alarm. produced.

The graphic line between items '27', "12", "9", and "20", shown in electrical conduits and
14 1457 D ambient venting devices thermal venting devices single wire controls MO-0111
the illustration, is used to indicate the use of __________. circuitry

The device labeled "D", as shown in the illustration, is the bowl

14 1458 B hood top cover hub MO-0112
__________.
The output signal from
The output of "2" will The output from "2" is
A gradual rise of the "2" will be equal to the
always be less than the equal to the input to "1"
input signal to "1" will setpoint of '17A' only
input at "1" by 0.35 bar except when the input of
Which of the following statements describes the operation of the cause a multiple stepped when the input is less
14 1459 D (35 kPa), to prevent "1" is between the MO-0114
circuit shown in the illustration? output from "2" than the setpoint of
engine damage due to setpoints of '17A' and
proportional to the input '17B', permitting the
operation in the critical '17B', when it will remain
signal. transition signal to
speed range. at the value of '17A'.
become modulated.

The amount of feed

water entering the
The brine will be
Seventy-five percent of Twenty-five percent of distiller is dependent
Which of the following statements describes the approximate removed at a faster rate
the feed water entering the feed water entering upon the condition of
14 1460 B relation between the feed water entering the unit shown in the than feed water entering MO-0111
the unit is removed as the device is removed as device "19", while the
illustration and brine being removed? to prevent the possibility
brine. brine. amount of brine leaving
of flooding.
is dependent upon the
condition of device "21".

The intake and exhaust valves used in a diesel engine are

14 1461 B push rod pressure spring force combustion pressure exhaust pressure
returned to their seats by __________.
In a large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine, if the
Increase fuel injection Increase fuel preheat Decrease load limit on Increase injector cooling
14 1462 D injectors have formed carbon around the nozzle holes, which of
pressure. temperature. the governor. water temperature.
the following would help avoid further buildup?
When a leak has developed in the lube oil cooler of an operating
Lube oil contaminated Lube oil contaminated
14 1463 B diesel engine, which of the listed operating conditions can be Lube oil level decreases Lube oil level increases
with saltwater with fresh water coolant
expected to occur?
improve to a steady
If the input signal rises above the setpoint of '17A', shown in the indicate a pressure on indicate a pressure on
be the same as the state when moisture is
14 1464 B illustration, but remains below the setpoint of '17B', the output '67B' equal to the '67A' equal to the input MO-0114
setpoint of '17B' removed from the
from '22A' will __________. setpoint of '17A' of '17A'
system

The solenoid valve
opens, directs high
pressure fluid into the
What terminates the sludge discharge cycle of the device shown
14 1465 C closing chamber, and
in the illustration?
results in an upward
movement of the sliding
piston.
The solenoid valve
The solenoid valve The solenoid valve
closes, allows the water
closes, reduces the closes, allows the weight
in the opening chamber
water pressure to the of the sliding piston to
to bleed off through "S",
paring chamber, and oppose the low water MO-0112
and the sliding piston
allows the spring force to pressure, and moves it
moves upward due to
move the sliding piston along the axis of the
the force developed in
upward. spindle.
area "J".

the speed of the bowl the speed of the bowl

The force developed by the liquid within space "J" of the device the angular velocity at inertia forces during
14 1466 C and the condition of seal and the condition of seal MO-0112
shown in the illustration depends upon __________. which the liquid travels starting and stopping
"H" "U"
The item indicated by the letter "F" of the device shown in the
14 1467 D guide band guide pin locating dowel pin bowl gasket MO-0112
illustration is the __________.

A six cylinder, two stroke/cycle diesel engine is 83% efficient and

has a cylinder constant of 0.998 while operating with a mean
14 1468 C 5,559 mbhp 6,698 mbhp 7,455 mbhp 8,982 mbhp
effective pressure of 15 kg/cm2 at a speed of 100 RPM. What is
the metric brake horse power developed?

If the jacket water temperature rises rapidly above normal in a place standby cooler in
14 1469 B reduce engine load check thermostatic valve clean sea water strainer
diesel engine, you should FIRST __________. operation
to be provided with
to be provided with
expansion tanks, which
to be made between the shutoff or isolation
According to Coast Guard regulations, keel cooler installations required on all vessels of must be located below
14 1470 C the bilge keel and the valves except when
are __________. less than 150 gross tons the load line to provide
keel installed forward of the
positive cooling water
collision bulkhead
flow
Valve cages are used on some large diesel engines to reduce wear on the valve permit the use of alloy reduce heat transfer facilitate valve removal
14 1471 D
__________. stem valve seat materials from the valve seat for servicing
A 16 cylinder main propulsion diesel engine is operating at 90%
of full load. All cylinder exhaust temperatures are indicated at
Check the intake
950°F, except the No. 7 cylinder which is indicated at 1100°F. All
Replace and retime No. Pull No. 7 cylinder piston Examine the governor manifold pressure for
14 1472 A fuel racks are at 21-22 mm except No. 7 which is at 16mm. The
7 cylinder fuel pump. and examine the rings. linkage for binding. evidence of burned
fuel injector nozzle for No. 7 cylinder was exchanged within the
intake valves.
last 3 hours. Which of the listed actions should be carried out
NEXT?

If the manufacturer advises of a normal lube oil consumption for

a 4000 horsepower (2982.8 kW) diesel engine to be .0001 gal/hp-
14 1473 B 6.4 gallons (24.23 L) 9.6 gallons (36.34 L) 11.4 gallons (43.15 L) 14.4 gallons (54.51 L)
hr, (.5076 mL/kW-hr), how much oil should the engine consume
in one 24 hour period if operated at full load?

The tube sheets installed in a fire-tube auxiliary boiler are

14 1474 B girder stays fire-tubes and stay-tubes external boiler plating separate crown sheets
normally connected by __________.

Under normal conditions, the main source of crankcase oil metal particles loosened air when air cleaners are condensation of water breakdown of the
14 1475 D
contamination is attributed to __________. by wear not used vapors lubricating oil by dilution

In a diesel engine, a cylinder liner should be replaced if it is

14 1476 B I only is correct II only is correct both I and II are correct neither I or II are correct
__________.; ; I. scuffed ; II. Scored
In a diesel engine cooling system, the high temperature alarm
raw water pump cooling water heat engine jacket water
14 1477 D contact maker will be activated on excessively high water expansion tank outlet
discharge exchanger outlet outlet
discharge temperature from the __________.
 Cooling water pumps driven by direct reversing diesel engines
facilitate bi-directional provide the greatest prevent pump clogging prevent cavitation at the
14 1478 A are usually of the straight impeller vane type pump with a
operation pump efficiency from marine growth pump outlet
concentric housing to __________.

A diesel engine indicator diagram has an area of 22 cm2 and a

14 1479 A length of 12.5 cm. If the scale of the indicator spring is 1 mm = 17.6 kg/cm2 27.5 kg/cm2 34.5 kg/cm2 36.0 kg/cm2
1 kg/cm2, what is the cylinder mean effective pressure?

One cause of diesel engine surging can be a result of injection pump plungers
14 1480 A low compression solenoid stuck open fuel tank too full
__________. stuck or worn

During warm-up the expansion of valve stems due to engine

14 1481 C valve springs hydraulic governor valve lash cooling system
heat, is allowed for by the __________.

In an operating diesel engine, preignition can be caused by excessively late fuel injection continuing after
14 1482 B oil in the air charge water in the fuel
__________. injection the fuel charge is ignited

Excessive lube oil consumption can result from worn or broken

14 1483 D piston rings valve guides valve seals all of the above
__________.
the mechanical
The illustrated diesel engine starting motor initially disengages the potential retraction
de-energizing the interaction between the centripital force exerted
14 1484 C the drive/clutch mechanism from the engine flywheel once the energy possessed by the MO-0051
solenoid overrunning clutch and by the rotating armature
engine has started by __________. return spring "D"
the splined sleeve
In a diesel engine, an integral liner is one in which the cooling
14 1485 A water __________.; ; I. flows through the cylinder liner jackets ; I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
II. touches the outer side of the liner

In a diesel engine, when refitting piston rings you

14 1486 C should__________.; ; I. check the ring gap at the smallest I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
diameter of the cylinder ; II. remove carbon from the ring groove

What is the metric brake horse power developed per cylinder by

an 83% efficient, six cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine with
14 1487 B 1,497 MBHP 1,243 MBHP 1,116 MBHP 621 MBHP
a cylinder constant of 0.998 and a mean effective pressure of 15
kg/cm2 at 100 RPM?

mechanical interaction of
the potential energy of
the left hand thread and
The diesel engine starting motor returns the drive/clutch reversing the direction of the higher peripheral spring "D" once the
14 1488 C the energy imparted by MO-0051
mechanism to the position illustrated by __________. the starting motor speed of the flywheel solenoid has been de-
the rotation of the over-
energized
running clutch

type integrally machined

14 1489 C The engine cylinder illustrated is of the __________. dry liner type wet liner type integral wet liner type MO-0020
in the block
A condition that can increase the foaming tendency of lube oil is excessively high oil water or moisture
14 1490 B fuel dilution carbon suspension
__________. temperatures contamination
In the cylinder head illustrated, the valves are seated by
14 1491 B gas pressure valve springs air pressure a rocker arm not shown MO-0013
__________.
If the diesel engine fuel injection timing is changed to delay the
backfire through the air develop less power have high firing lift its cylinder relief
14 1492 B start of injection until the pistons are at top dead center, the
intake under load pressures valves
engine will __________.
Excessive lubricating oil consumption in a running diesel engine excessive valve-guide
14 1493 B clogged lube oil piping high lube oil viscosity low lube oil temperature
can be caused by __________. clearance
Which of the following conditions is likely to develop if the Indicated exhaust Indicated cylinder
Pyrometer responses will Indicated firing pressure
14 1494 B thermocouple element of a pyrometer becomes coated with pressure readings will temperature readings will
be retarded. readings will increase.
excessive amounts of combustion by-products? increase. increase.
 What is the swept volume per cylinder per revolution of a six-
0.45 cubic meters (450 0.90 cubic meters (900 2.7 cubic meters (2700 5.4 cubic meters (5400
14 1495 B cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine with a 580 mm bore and
L) L) L) L)
a 1700 mm stroke operating at 100 RPM?

power take-off driven, battery powered, electric

air driven starter motor
14 1496 C The illustration is of a/an __________. vane type, air motor driven vane type, air driven DC generator MO-0044
assembly
compressor hydraulic pump

Beginning with number

Beginning with number
Beginning with number 1 Beginning with number 1 1, tighten it, move to
1, tighten it move directly
Which of the following statements represents the best method for and moving clockwise, and moving counter number 3 and tighten,
14 1497 C opposite and tighten, MO-0028
tightening the illustrated head bolts? tighten each in clockwise, tighten each then to number 7, then
then move 90° tighten
consecutive order in consecutive order to number 5 and
and continue on
continue on

a correctly tightened fuel rack alignment a stroboscopic speed

14 1498 A The illustrated figure "A" represents __________. fuel pump timing marks MO-0022
centrifuge bowl marks scale for timing
The device labeled "B", shown in the illustration rotates at the same speed of the the same speed of the the same speed of the
14 1499 C one half the speed of "T" MO-0122
__________. component labeled "7" crankshaft device labeled "2"
A seven cylinder, two-stroke/cycle, single acting diesel engine
with a cylinder indicated horsepower calculated as 1350 kW and
14 1500 C 18% 55% 79% 83%
brake horsepower measured at 7466 kW has a mechanical
efficiency of __________.
In a diesel engine, the spring force required for proper valve
14 1501 C maximum firing pressure minimum firing pressure cam contour length of the spring
operation is determined by __________.
Significant retardation of a diesel engine fuel injection timing will smoother engine
14 1502 D advanced fuel ignition increased fuel economy reduced engine power
result in __________. operation
In a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, badly worn intake valve cooling water
14 1503 D exhaust pressure exhaust temperatures lube oil consumption
guides can cause excessive __________. temperatures

Forcing the exhaust gases from the cylinder of an operating

14 1504 A scavenging forced draft turbocharging aspiration
diesel engine with the aid of a blower is known as __________.

The strainer discs,

As sludge and dirt Particles of solid matter
spacers, and scraper
accumulate on the outer One turn of the T-handle larger than the distances
Which of the following statements concerning this type of blades are magnetic to
14 1505 B surface of the strainer is sufficient for cleaning between the discs flow MO-0057
illustrated, metal edge strainer is true? prevent small metal
discs, the effectiveness the discs. up through the inner
particles from damaging
of the strainer increases. space.
the reduction gear.

An acceptable means of tightening connecting rod and main

bearing cap bolts is to measure the __________.; ; I. torque
14 1506 A I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
applied to each nut and bolt assembly ; II. stretch of each nut
before and after tightening
A condition contributing to diesel engine piston rings sticking in
14 1507 B the ring grooves, is insufficient ring clearance at the ring I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
__________.; ; I. Gap; II. Side
In a trunk type diesel engine piston, the thickness of the head or
14 1508 C crown is determined by the __________.; ; I. strength I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
requirement ; II. heat dissipation requirement
A crankshaft whose center of gravity coincides with its center line
14 1509 A is said to be __________. ; ; I. staticly balanced ; II. I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
dynamically balanced
 A seven cylinder, 2-stroke/cycle, single acting diesel engine has
a 750 mm bore and a 2000 mm stroke. What indicated power
14 1510 C 1,959 kW 3,906 kW 7,182 kW 14,363 kW
will be developed if the average mean effective pressure is 14.8
kg/cm2 at a speed of 96 RPM?
The diesel engine shown in the illustration utilizes the type of integral with a removable integral with a non-
14 1511 B a dry liner a wet liner MO-0007
cylinder construction identified as __________. sleeve removable sleeve
low compression high exhaust
14 1512 D Late fuel oil injection in a diesel engine can result in __________. fuel knock increased power
pressure temperature

Which of the following problems represents one possible cause Worn intake valve Pitted precombustion High exhaust back
14 1513 A Loose valve tappets
of high lube oil consumption in a four stroke diesel engine? guides chambers pressure

Which segment of the cycle shown in the illustration represents

14 1514 C I II III IV MO-0037
'supercharging'?
Which of the indicator diagrams illustrated depicts the condition
14 1515 C that should be corrected by the fitting of fewer or thinner shims A B C D MO-0029
to the connecting rod?
provide metered
quickly shut off fuel flow
maintain valve lash bypassing of lube oil in a act as a multi-pressure
14 1516 A The function of the illustrated device is to __________. at the end of fuel MO-0070
adjustment bypass type lube oil relief valve
injection
system
14 1517 A The formula 'Nplan/33,000' is equal to the __________. IHP BMEP BHP SHP
The RPM of "A" is 150 and hobbed with 94 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1518 B "C", and "D" have 80, 30, and 46 teeth respectively, the RPM of 114.95 RPM 817.39 RPM 695.65 RPM 97.83 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
At bottom dead center, the centerline of the connecting rod angularity of the piston inertia moment from the
14 1519 C centerline of the cylinder centerline of the king pin
usually coincides with the __________. motion piston
In a diesel engine, when installing new piston rings it is important
14 1520 C to check __________.; ; I. ring gap clearance ; II. side I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
clearance
A six cylinder 2-stroke/cycle, single acting diesel engine has a
580 mm bore and a 1700 mm stroke. What indicated power per
14 1521 A 1,348 kW 2,696 kW 4,044 kW 8,088 kW
cylinder will be developed if the average mean effective pressure
is 15.3 kg/cm2 at a speed of 120 RPM?

When fuel is injected late into a diesel engine cylinder, fuel consumption will be all the fuel will be burned fuel consumption will be
14 1522 D the exhaust will be clear
__________. low at top dead center high

maintain higher than

When using a fuel with a higher than normal sulfur content in an change the lube oil more maintain a higher air-box maintain a higher air-box
14 1523 B normal jacket water
auxiliary diesel engine, you should __________. frequently than normal temperature than normal pressure than normal
temperature
Which of the following cylinder scavenging methods will include
14 1524 B Return-flow Uniflow Crossflow Direct flow
an exhaust valve located in the cylinder head?
In a diesel engine, the piston compression rings make contact
14 1525 B with the __________.; ; I. back of the ring groove ; II. bottom of I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
the ring groove

The purpose of an interference angle in a diesel engine exhaust

14 1526 B valve is to __________.; ; I. work in conjunction with valve I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
rotators to rotate the valve ; II. break up seat deposits

Gear "D" hobbed with 42 teeth and rotates at a speed of 700

RPM. If gears "A", "B", and "C" have 42, 60, and 32 teeth
14 1527 A 373.33 RPM 199.11 RPM 512.20 RPM 145.69 RPM MO-0088
respectively, the RPM of "A" in the gear train illustration is
__________.
 Which of the indicator diagrams illustrated depicts the condition
14 1528 B A B C D MO-0029
that should be corrected by advancing only the timing?

Which of the listed devices could be used as a substitute for a Fine emery cloth or steel A section of the removed
14 1529 C Steel brush A case hardened scraper
ring grooving tool? wool compression ring

According to Coast Guard regulations, isolation valves used in

14 1530 A keel cooler installations are permitted to be constructed of bronze non-ductile cast iron lead and cast iron alloys zinc and antimony alloys
__________.
The cylinder liner forming the cylinder wall and the inside of the
14 1531 B dry liner wet liner jacket liner corrugated liner
water jacket is called a __________.
In a diesel engine, late fuel injection is indicated by black or gray mechanical knock in fuel knock in each
14 1532 A low firing pressure low exhaust temperature
exhaust smoke with __________. each cylinder cylinder
Metal particles accumulated from the wearing of components in
14 1533 D a diesel engine can result from lube oil that has been abrasive particles metallic oxides corrosive acids any or all of the above
contaminated with __________.

14 1534 B Some diesel engines are supercharged with a __________. slam charger turbocharger fuel atomizer fuel injector

In the diesel engine shown in the illustration, what part is under

14 1535 B Tie rod Piston rod Turbocharger Lubrication telescopes MO-0003
compression when a particular cylinder is firing?

steam is recirculated unevaporated feedwater

In a coil-type forced circulation auxiliary water-tube boiler, steam demand response steam demand response
14 1536 A through heating coils in is discharged through
__________. is comparatively rapid is slow
the boiler the skim tube

Kingsbury thrust bearings are lubricated by __________. ; ; I. a

14 1537 A I only II only either I or II neither I nor II
flooded housing; II. oil spray on collar and shoes
A diesel engine valve spring is under compression when the
14 1538 C I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
valve is __________.; ; I. Open ; II. Closed
Misalignment of the drive shaft and propeller shaft flanges can be feeler gage and straight
14 1539 B inside micrometer adjustable trammel sighting device
detected by using a dial indicator or __________. edge

The device labeled "B", shown in the illustration rotates at one half the speed of the a speed not equal to that the same speed of the the same speed of the
14 1540 C MO-0122
__________. component labeled "10" of the camshaft device labeled "T" device labeled "N"

Which type of diesel engine cylinder liner is shown in the

14 1541 A Dry liner Wet liner Jacket liner Wet jacket liner MO-0021
illustration?

fuel droplets will burn as maximum expansion of compression pressure

A diesel engine will lose power if fuel injection occurs too late in fuel will not be properly
14 1542 C they leave the fuel the burned fuel cannot will be too low to cause
the cycle, because the __________. atomized in the cylinder
injector take place in the cylinder fuel ignition

increases exhaust back causes excessive can only be detected by decreases fuel
14 1543 B In a diesel engine, blow-by __________.
pressure crankcase pressure a compression check consumption

The process of supplying a diesel engine cylinder with air at a

14 1544 D engine displacement super-aspirating air injection supercharging
pressure greater than atmospheric is called __________.

The purpose of an interference angle in a diesel engine exhaust

14 1545 A valve is to __________.; ; I. break up seat deposits ; II. work in I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
conjunction with valve rotators to rotate the valve
 A four cylinder, four stroke/cycle, single acting diesel engine has
a 740 mm bore and a 1500 mm stroke. What indicated power
14 1546 A 3416 kW 4644 kW 7296 kW 9290 kW
will be developed if the average mean effective pressure is 18
kg/cm2 at a speed of 90 RPM?
Excessive piston ring wear in a diesel engine will cause abnormal lube oil
14 1547 B high lube oil viscosity low lube oil temperatures high firing pressures
__________. consumption
The RPM of "D" is 900 and hobbed with 36 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1548 A "B", and "C" have 72, 64, and 24 teeth respectively, the RPM of 168.75 RPM 112.50 RPM 100.00 RPM 800.00 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
Which of the contaminants listed would remain in the lube oil
14 1549 B Acid sludge Fuel oil Sediment Water
after filtering?
to be provided with
permitted to be part of
expansion tanks, which
to be constructed as the vessel's hull as long
According to Coast Guard regulations, keel cooler installations required on all vessels of must be located below
14 1550 C independent heat as the material is of the
are __________. less than 150 gross tons the load line to provide
exchangers same quality and
positive cooling water
thickness as the hull
flow
Which of the listed types of cylinder liners is used in the diesel
14 1551 B Dry Wet Ported jacket Caston jacket MO-0007
engine shown in the illustration?
lower than normal higher than normal
lower than normal higher than normal
cylinder pressure and cylinder pressure and
14 1552 B Late fuel injection timing is indicated by __________. cylinder pressure and cylinder pressure and
high exhaust high exhaust
low exhaust temperature low exhaust temperature
temperature temperature
If the analysis of used lube oil indicates a high content of iron corrosive deterioration of excessive ring and liner excessive cooling of
14 1553 C inadequate air filtration
particles, this could indicate __________. a bearing wear lubricating oil
The exhaust system for a turbocharged diesel engine functions to reduce the cylinder
14 1554 B power the aftercoolers power the turbocharger cool the turbocharger
__________. scavenge effect
A diesel engine indicator diagram measures 12.5 cm in length
and has an area of 22 cm2. What is the cylinder mean effective
14 1555 A 14.08 kg/cm2 22.0 kg/cm2 34.5 kg/cm2 35.75 kg/cm2
pressure if the spring used has a scale of 1.25 mm equals 1
kg/cm2?
The speed droop characteristics of two similar diesel engines, Engine "B" will operate
Engine "B" will take a Engine "B" will take Engine "B" will operate
driving two similar DC generators, are connected in parallel. at the same RPM as
14 1556 C greater part of the load lesser part of the load at a higher RPM than MO-0109
From the illustrated diagram, determine which of the following engine "A" when
than engine "A". than Engine "A". engine "A".
statements is true. operating alone.
Which type of pump is typically used to supply fuel to a unit type
14 1557 D Centrifugal Propeller Reciprocating Rotary
auxiliary boiler?
The RPM of "D" is 900 and hobbed with 48 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1558 B "B", and "C" have 88, 66, and 22 teeth respectively, the RPM of 75.00 RPM 163.64 RPM 100.00 RPM 675.00 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
In a medium speed diesel engine, a trunk type piston may be
cooled by __________.; ; I. oil circulation though passages in
14 1559 C I only II only either I or II neither I or II
the piston crown ; II. heat transfer through piston rings and liner
wall
jacket water pressure jacket water pressure
sea water temperature jacket water temperature
In a diesel engine jacket water cooler, with seawater cooling the should always be greater must always be less
14 1560 B must never be warmer must always be less
fresh water, the __________. than the sea water than the sea water
than 40°F than 60°F
pressure pressure

14 1561 B The cylinder liner shown in the illustration is a/an __________. dry liner wet liner integral-jacket liner sealed-jacket liner MO-0007

Late fuel injection in a diesel engine is indicated by low firing high exhaust fuel knock in each mechanical knock in
14 1562 A low exhaust temperature
pressure with __________. temperature cylinder each cylinder
 If an analysis of a sample of used engine lube oil shows a high
the air filtration is engine coolant is leaking fuel oil is leaking into the the piston rings are
14 1563 B concentration of sodium nitrite, this probably indicates that
inadequate into the lube oil lube oil excessively worn
__________.

Which of the following beneficial results can be expected from Increased mechanical Increased brake mean
14 1564 D Increased turbulence All of the above.
supercharging a previously naturally aspirated engine? efficiency effective pressure

As illustrated, what is the maximum allowable clearance

14 1565 D permitted between the bearing and the shaft along its vertical 1.00 mm 0.30 mm 0.46 mm 0.80 mm MO-0121
axis?
If an auxiliary diesel engine coolant temperature is higher than
cavitation erosion in the excess corrosion
14 1566 C normal, but the thermostat is determined not to be defective, you dirty jacket water cooler defective turbocharger
water jackets inhibitor in the coolant
would suspect a/an __________.

The microbiological growths that affect fuel supplies can easily roaches and other other non-hydrocarbon
14 1567 B air, solids, or liquids All of the above
be transported from one location to another by __________. insects fuels

Using a diesel engine indicator P-V diagram, the cylinder mean

effective pressure is calculated to be 21.3 kg/cm2. What is the
14 1568 D 9.0 kg/cm 10.0 kg/cm 12.5 kg/cm 15.0 kg/cm
scale of the spring used on the indicator if the diagram area is
18.46 cm2 with a length of 13 cm?
The pressure differential across a diesel engine lube oil system determine the need for measure any change in monitor lube oil pump determine the need for
14 1569 A
duplex filter should be checked to __________. filter changing oil viscosity performance batch filtration
a rocker arm and push excessively high
14 1570 C The illustrated device is operated directly by __________. cam action fuel oil pressure MO-0041
rod combustion pressure
In a unit injector, the amount of fuel that will be forced through the number of sleeve
the pump supply how much the plunger
14 1571 C the spray nozzle on each stroke of the plunger depends on the slope of the fuel cam segments engaged with
pressure has been rotated
__________. the rack

Late fuel injection occurring at, or after TDC in a diesel engine is fuel knock in each mechanical knock in
14 1572 B low exhaust temperature low firing pressure
indicated by excessive exhaust smoke and __________. cylinder each cylinder

Oil oxidation as a result of excessively high lube oil temperature, oil foaming will always large quantities of oil are lube oil viscosity is corrosive by-products
14 1573 D
is harmful to a diesel engine because __________. occur consumed always decreased are usually formed

Compared to a naturally aspirated diesel engine, a supercharged a cylinder air charge of increased pumping
14 1574 A less valve overlap reduced blow-by
diesel engine has __________. higher pressure losses
The RPM of "A" is 150 and hobbed with 86 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1575 A "C", and "D" have 66, 22, and 48 teeth respectively, the RPM of 806.25 RPM 89.58 RPM 618.75 RPM 68.75 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
a spray of fuel into a
The combustion of fuel for the illustrated engine is initiated by fuel sprayed into an fuel injection provided by individual Bosch fuel
14 1576 A turbulence combustion MO-0020
__________. energy cell a unit injector pumps
chamber
the injection pump and either the barrel or the barrel and plunger
If the plunger or barrel of a fuel injection jerk pump becomes the entire pump must be
14 1577 A injection nozzle must be plunger must be must be lapped and
damaged, __________. replaced
replaced replaced blued.

When one cylinder has a lower compression pressure and higher

14 1578 C exhaust gas temperature than any of the other engine cylinders, Advanced ignition Clogged air intake Leaky exhaust valve High exhaust pressure
which of the conditions listed will be indicated?

What is the average piston speed of a seven-cylinder, two-

14 1579 C stroke/cycle diesel engine with a 580 mm bore and a 1700 mm 2.8 m/sec 4.5 m/sec 5.7 m/sec 9.0 m/sec
stroke operating at 100 RPM?
 medium-speed, four- small diesel engines
large, direct drive diesel diesel engines designed
14 1580 D Starting aids such as glow plugs, are installed on __________. stroke/cycle diesel utilizing electric starting
engines to burn residual fuels
engines equipment
swept volume of the inside diameter of the piston displacement in length of the piston
14 1581 B The bore of a diesel engine cylinder describes the __________.
cylinder cylinder the cylinder stroke
Late fuel injection in a diesel engine is indicated by low firing mechanical knock in black or gray exhaust
14 1582 D low exhaust temperature low exhaust pressure
pressure with __________. each cylinder smoke
The quantity of air delivered at any given speed by a Roots-type decrease in clearance increase in clearance
increase in air leakage decrease in air leakage
14 1583 B blower, as shown in the illustration, decreases as the pressure between the mating between the mating MO-0082
past the rotors past the rotors
ratio increases. This is due to the __________. lobes lobes
Which of the listed pre-start procedures should be carried out
Prelube cylinders with Open all air space drain
14 1584 D prior to starting a crosshead type diesel engine after an Open all indicator valves. All of the above.
hand cranks. cocks.
overhaul?
governor flyweight
governor flyweight action positioning a butterfly positioning a servomotor
The direct acting mechanical governor used with some small motion acting on fuel
14 1585 B on a pilot valve which valve in the fuel delivery piston attached to the
diesel engines, controls fuel flow to the engine by __________. controls through
controls fuel injection system fuel controls
suitable linkage
The speed droop characteristics of two similar diesel engines, Engine "B" will operate
Engine "A" will take a Engine "A" will take Engine "B" will operate
driving two similar AC generators, are connected in parallel. at a lower RPM than
14 1586 A greater part of the load lesser part of the load at a higher RPM than MO-0109
From the illustrated diagram, determine which of the following engine "A" when
than engine "B". than Engine "B". engine "A".
statements is true. operating alone.
The RPM of "A" is 100 and hobbed with 72 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1587 A "C", and "D" have 64, 24, and 36 teeth respectively, the RPM of 533.33 RPM 112.50 RPM 711.11 RPM 100.00 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "A" is 150 and hobbed with 78 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1588 B "C", and "D" have 60, 32, and 42 teeth respectively, the RPM of 148.57 RPM 522.32 RPM 401.79 RPM 114.29 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "A" is 150 and hobbed with 82 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1589 C "C", and "D" have 62, 20, and 38 teeth respectively, the RPM of 104.41 RPM 758.68 RPM 1003.42 RPM 78.95 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "A" is 150 and hobbed with 84 teeth. If gears "B",
14 1590 D "C", and "D" have 64, 24, and 36 teeth respectively, the RPM of 131.25 RPM 711.11 RPM 100.00 RPM 933.33 RPM MO-0088
"D" in the gear train illustration is __________.
prevent wear of the liner
The purpose of counterboring the top of the cylinder liner,
increase cylinder prevent wear of the liner from forming a ridge at decrease compression
14 1591 C extending down to the top point of travel of the top compression
turbulence from occurring the upper level of ring ratio for easier starting
ring, is to __________.
travel
Late fuel injection in a diesel engine is indicated by black or gray mechanical knock in fuel knock in each
14 1592 A low firing pressure low exhaust temperature
exhaust smoke with a __________. each cylinder cylinder
A decrease in the flash point of the diesel engine lube oil contaminated with contaminated with
14 1593 A diluted with fuel oil diluted with water
indicates the lube oil is __________. carbon sludge
A supercharged diesel engine, when compared to a similar
specific fuel
14 1594 B naturally aspirated diesel engine, will develop an increase in ignition lag engine horsepower lube oil system pressure
consumption
__________.
According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), the maximum
14 1595 C allowable boiler pressure in which a tubular gage glass may be 100 psig 200 psig 250 psig 300 psig
installed is __________.
The RPM of "D" is 800 and hobbed with 38 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1596 A "B", and "C" have 80, 62, and 20 teeth respectively, the RPM of 122.58 RPM 64.52 RPM 83.25 RPM 620.00 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
 The RPM of "D" is 500 and hobbed with 42 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1597 C "B", and "C" have 42, 60, and 32 teeth respectively, the RPM of 147.37 RPM 142.22 RPM 266.67 RPM 394.74 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "D" is 700 and hobbed with 38 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1598 C "B", and "C" have 82, 62, and 20 teeth respectively, the RPM of 72.84 RPM 529.27 RPM 104.64 RPM 55.07 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.

Beginning with number

Beginning with number
Beginning with number 1 Beginning with number 1 1, tighten it, move to
1, tighten and move
Which of the following statements represents the best method for and moving clockwise, and moving counter number 3 and tighten,
14 1599 C directly opposite and MO-0028
tightening the illustrated head bolts? tighten each in clockwise, tighten each then to number 7, then
tighten, then move 90°,
consecutive order in consecutive order to number 5 and
tighten and continue on
continue on

If the speeder spring of a main propulsion diesel engine governor

increase until the hunt until stabilized by decrease to a slightly remain the same until
14 1600 C breaks while operating at full load, the engine RPM will
overspeed trip actuated the droop rod lower value manually changed
__________.

The sludge tank installed in the diesel engine room is used to

14 1601 C collect __________.; ; I. sludge from the fuel oil centrifuge ; II. I only II only both I and II neither I or II
water that has been collected in the settling tank.

If a few injector spray holes become plugged, the result could be excessive surging at combustion knock under
14 1602 D poor fuel combustion all of the above
__________. governed speed load

Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur when Lube oil is diluted and its Bearings become pitted Valve stems develop
14 1603 A Sulfuric acid is formed.
unburned fuel contaminates the crankcase of a diesel engine? viscosity is reduced. and immediately fail. sludge deposits.

Which of the following conditions is realized by the turbocharging Lube oil system pressure Brake specific fuel Mechanical efficiency
14 1604 D Ignition lag increases.
of a previously naturally aspirated diesel engine? increases. consumption increases. increases.

The function of the device shown in the illustration is to slide the camshafts to provide the engine with a change the engines eliminate the need for
14 1605 C MO-0125
__________. insure proper lubrication braking device direction of rotation mechanical interlocks

Which of the indicator diagrams illustrated depicts the condition

14 1606 A A B C D MO-0029
that should be corrected by retarding only the timing?

placed on top of the

opening the exhaust farthest from the cylinder nearest to the cylinder
14 1607 D A piston is said to be at top dead center when it is __________. engine along its
ports head head
centerline

If the speed of a turbocharged diesel engine is maintained decrease until the engine increase as the load decrease as the load remain unchanged as
14 1608 B
constant the turbocharger speed will __________. speed increases increases increases the load decreases

The device labeled "T", shown in the illustration rotates at one half the speed of the a speed not equal to that the same speed of the the same speed of the
14 1609 D MO-0122
__________. component labeled "10" of the camshaft device labeled "N" device labeled "B"

At top dead center, the centerline of the connecting rod usually angularity of the piston inertia moment from the
14 1610 C centerline of the cylinder centerline of the king pin
coincides with the __________. motion piston
The chromium
Chromium eliminates the Pores in the plating aid
Why are some diesel engine cylinder liners plated on the wearing The chromium will not strengthens the liners in
14 1611 D need for oil scraper in maintaining the lube
surface with porous chromium? wear out the piston rings. the way of the
rings. oil film.
scavenging air ports.
A distorted spray pattern from a fuel injector can cause a diesel
14 1612 D higher firing pressure more power output lower fuel pressure less power output
engine to have __________.
 Which of the listed bearing types is an example of a solid Diesel engine main
14 1613 A Piston wrist pin bushing Turbine bearing Spring bearing
bearing? bearing

The process of scavenging a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine reduce the intake air increase the temperature
14 1614 B improve fuel flow volume cool the exhaust valves
serves to __________. charge density of exhaust gases

In a diesel engine, what is the advantage of precombustion

chambers over the open type of combustion chamber?; ; I.
14 1615 C I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
Precombustion chambers permit coarser fuel atomization.; II.
Precombustion chambers allow lower fuel injection pressure.

A diesel generator has just been paralleled with an AC an incorrect diesel a faulty reverse power unsynchronized
a different speed setting
14 1616 A turbogenerator, but the load can not be properly divided. This generator governor relay within the main isochronous load
on each unit
could be caused by __________. speed droop adjustment circuit breaker assembly distribution adjustments

delivering more air into

forcing the products of
the cylinder than it would
combustion out of the collecting the air charge combustion and
14 1617 B The term 'diesel engine scavenging' means __________. normally receive during
cylinder with the fresh air at the air cleaner expansion of hot gas
an ordinary charging
charge
process

decrease the time

Most large main propulsion diesel engines use duplex lube oil remove water ensure a positive flow of ensure that all lube oil
14 1618 C required between
strainers to __________. contamination oil at all times has been treated twice
cleanings

The jacket water The jacket water absorbs

The feed water gains
primarily looses its heat The feed water acquires heat in the evaporator
Which of the following statements concerning the systems shown heat in section "23",
14 1619 D at the cooler and is heat passing through section, while giving up MO-0111
in the illustration is correct? while the vapor gives up
further cooled in the devices "2"; and "23". its heat in the distiller
heat in section "24".
evaporator section. section.

inserting shims between rotating the crankpin

decreasing the thickness
In a large low-speed diesel engine excessive piston clearance the crankpin bearing box replacing the complete bearing until the proper
14 1620 B of the cylinder head
can be restored by __________. and the connecting rod bearing set end clearance is
gasket
foot obtained

A method of finishing diesel engine cylinder walls to aid in the

14 1621 C ribbed honing angled honing cross hatch honing doubled honing
proper ring seating and lubrication is known as __________.

Plugged spray holes in a diesel engine fuel injector will cause damage to pistons or detonation throughout preignition throughout excessive smoking when
14 1622 D
excessive smoking at idling speed, in addition to __________. cylinder heads the load range the load range the engine is under load

One device used to determine the amount of fuel dilution of autogenous ignition precipitation number
14 1623 B viscosity-dilution chart modified neutrality chart
diesel engine lube oil is a/an __________. indicator indicator
blows out the exhaust supplies oxygen for cools the valves and
14 1624 D Air scavenging of a diesel engine cylinder __________. all of the above
gases combustion cylinder walls
Which of the indicator diagrams illustrated indicates the
14 1625 D condition that should be corrected by retarding the timing, and A B C D MO-0029
the fitting of thicker shims to the connecting rod?

Which of the following statements describes the operational Full valve opening will The valve will reseat The valve gear will not The valve will reseat
14 1626 D MO-0045
characteristics of valve cam, figure "B" shown in the illustration? occur slowly. abruptly. bounce. gradually.

The upper leveling plates in a Kingsbury thrust bearing are held pins through the base buttons on the thrust screw dowels in the base
14 1627 A pivots on the thrust collar
in place by __________. ring shoes ring
 firing for extended carrying excessive
A distorted furnace in a fire-tube auxiliary boiler may be the overheating, due to varying the water level
14 1628 B periods in the low fire alkalinity in the boiler
result of __________. waterside deposits above the crown sheet
mode water
Higher than normal temperature air passing through the intake of
14 1629 C greater overall efficiency greater fuel economy lower peak horsepower lower compression ratio
a diesel engine will result in __________.
The rate of pressure rise during the period following fuel ignition
turbulence of the air
14 1630 C in a diesel engine is influenced by the length of the ignition delay valve overlap volumetric efficiency fuel efficiency
change
period due to the __________.
After a long period of operation, a wear ridge, caused by piston
improper spreading of
ring action, will develop near the top of the cylinder liner. This excessive wear during excessive lubrication of breaking of the top ring,
14 1631 D lubrication on the
ridge must be removed when piston rings are renewed in order to the seating period the top ring ring land, or both
cylinder wall
prevent __________.
Distortion of the spray pattern of a nozzle or injector may be overload of that cooling water
14 1632 C high firing pressure smoky exhaust
indicated by a/an __________. particular cylinder temperature rise
Lube oil filters can be used to remove most contaminants from
14 1633 B lube oil. Which of the contaminants listed would remain in the Acid sludge Fuel oil Sediment Water
lube oil after filtering?

provide more air for increase the no-load provide more fuel for
14 1634 B A diesel engine is supercharged in order to __________. lower the no-load RPMs
combining with the fuel RPMs combining with the air

The RPM of "D" is 500 and hobbed with 36 teeth. If gears "A",
14 1635 A "B", and "C" have 72, 64, and 24 teeth respectively, the RPM of 93.75 RPM 70.31 RPM 444.44 RPM 62.50 RPM MO-0088
"A" in the gear train illustration is __________.
the lower part of the ring the middle of the ring each ring groove of the
14 1636 B The illustrated piston rings are located at __________. the top of the ring belt MO-0015
belt belt ring belt
provide an adapter to
The device shown in figure "A" of the illustration is used to inject fuel into the admit starting air to the provide lubrication to the
14 1637 C obtain combustion MO-0042
__________. cylinder cylinder cylinder
pressure readings

test injector popping stop fuel delivery to the advance fuel pump increase the fuel pump
14 1638 B The component identified as item #15 is used to __________. MO-0016
pressure injector timing delivery pressure

helix on component "H" cam follower is located safety shut down valve
14 1639 C Fuel delivery to the cylinder is terminated when the __________. spill valve opens MO-0097
uncovers the spill port on the base circle opens

The device shown in the illustration may be closed by using

14 1640 D pressurized air on some recently built large low speed engines "E" "J" "H" "F" MO-0066
and would replace the component identified as ____________.

shorten the ring break-in prevent cylinder liner

14 1641 B A properly honed diesel engine cylinder liner will __________. prevent piston ring wear appear slick and glazed
period glazing
When the opening pressure of a diesel engine fuel injector is
Quantity of fuel injected Quantity of fuel injected Start of injection tends to Duration of injection will
14 1642 A greater than that specified by the engine manufacturer, which of
tends to be decreased. will always be increased. be advanced. always be greater.
the following problems can be expected?
Which of the following conditions could be a cause of excessive Lower than normal All of the above are
14 1643 D Leaking fuel injectors Delayed fuel injection
fuel dilution of diesel engine lube oil? compression correct.
If governor Item #19 in the illustration were to break on a main
increase until the hunt until stablized by decrease to a slightly remain the same until
14 1644 C propulsion diesel engine operating under full load, the engine MO-0095
overspeed trip actuated droop rod lower value manually changed
RPM will __________.
The device shown in the illustration is classified as a/an lube oil viscosity comparator type oil mist
14 1645 B starting air distributor stack gas analyzer MO-0008
__________. analyzer detector
The device shown in the illustration is classified as a/an comparator type mist exhaust gas vapor Ringleman exhaust gas reflective type explosion
14 1646 A MO-0008
__________. detector condenser analyser meter
 The device shown in the illustration is classified as a/an engine start air rotary auxiliary boiler flame crankcase oil mist
14 1647 D exhaust gas analyzer MO-0009
__________. distributor sensor detector

The device shown in the illustration operates on the basic variation of specific venturi effect (square kinetic energy imparted
14 1648 A photo-electric cell theory MO-0009
principle of __________. volume of a vapor root of vapor velocity) through centripital force

The termination of fuel injection for a large low speed diesel pressure applied to
14 1649 D rotation of part #433 valve action of part #436 movement of rod #581 MO-0106
engine is initiated by __________. component #511

The valve gear shown in the illustration is for a four-stroke/cycle,

medium speed, diesel engine, with fuel injection commencing in
14 1650 C at 10° Before TDC. Approximately how many crankshaft degrees 90° 90°-120° 130°-160° 180°-190° MO-0013
from the point at which fuel injection begins, does the exhaust
valve push rod begin to move up?

In the diesel engine shown in the illustration, the space below the
14 1651 D scavenge air pressure lube oil pressure cooling water pressure crankcase pressure MO-0005
cylinder liner lower seals is subjected to __________.

When a fuel injection nozzle overheats, which of the problems The fuel metering will The cylinder head will
14 1652 A The fuel will explode. The engine will stop.
listed can be expected? vary. crack.
Fuel oil contamination of an auxiliary diesel engine lube oil can
14 1653 D an increased flash point higher lube oil pressures an increased viscosity lower lube oil pressures
result in __________.

Which of the following devices will increase the power output of a Positive displacement Gear-driven centrifugal Turbine-driven
14 1654 D Roots-type rotary blower
diesel engine without increasing its frictional load? blower blower centrifugal blower

meter the amount of oil adjust the timing of the prevent the backflow of
The component labeled as part #20 in the illustration is used to indicate the quantity of
14 1655 C flow to the cylinder cylinder lubricating oil to oil and combustion MO-0050
__________. oil flow to the cylinder
lubricating quill the cylinder gases

excessive dirt beneath

excessive piston to liner
14 1656 D A diesel engine piston crown can crack from __________. the piston crown that faulty nozzle spray all of the above
clearance
reduces heat transfer.

14 1657 C In the illustrated diesel engine, which lable points to the piston? K 3 4 6 MO-0122

Scavenging in a turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is during the valve overlap with only the exhaust at a pressure below without cooling the
14 1658 A
accomplished __________. period valve open atmospheric cylinders or pistons
The ignition quality of diesel fuel becomes less critical as the amount of lube oil injection pressures
14 1659 D piston speeds increase engine speeds decrease
__________. additives increase decrease
The RPM of "A" is 100 and and has 76 teeth. If gears "B", "C",
14 1660 A and "D" have 60, 32, and 42 teeth respectively, the RPM of "D" in 339.29 RPM 96.51 RPM 267.86 RPM 76.19 RPM MO-0088
the gear train illustration is __________.
The lower water seal on a diesel engine wet cylinder liner must
precision ground flange
14 1661 A allow for liner axial movement. This seal is most commonly a neoprene O-ring soft copper gasket flexible metallic seal ring
joint
__________.
If the firing pressures in a diesel engine are high, although the
worn orifices in the worn or scored cylinder using a fuel with too low
14 1662 B exhaust temperatures are normal, the cause may be early injection timing
injection nozzles liners of a cetane number
__________.
Diesel engine lube oil can become contaminated as a result of the water produced
14 1663 D the sulfur in the fuel unburned fuel oil all of the above
__________. during combustion
Engine shaft, thrust Propeller shaft, thrust
Which of the following statements represents the proper order of Engine shaft, thrust Propeller shaft, thrust
collar, thrust bearing shoes, thrust bearing
14 1664 D thrust transmission when a Kingsbury thrust bearing is used with shoes, thrust collar, and collar, thrust shoes, and
housing, and thrust housing, and thrust
diesel propulsion? thrust bearing housing thrust bearing housing
shoes collar
 photo-electric, explosive
rotary type mist detector, comparator type mist
gas indicator, for use in level type explosimeter,
designed for use in four- detector for large low
14 1665 C The device shown in the illustration is a __________. high speed, two-stroke, for small medium speed, MO-0008
stroke, high speed diesel speed, crosshead type
trunck type piston trunk piston type engines
engines engines
engines

The RPM of "D" is 600 and has 48 teeth. If gears "A", "B", and
14 1666 D "C" have 84, 66, and 22 teeth respectively, the RPM of "A" in the 111.63 RPM 66.67 RPM 460.47 RPM 114.29 RPM MO-0088
gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "D" is 600 and has 46 teeth. If gears "A", "B", and
14 1667 B "C" have 94, 80, and 30 teeth respectively, the RPM of "A" in the 84.38 RPM 110.11 RPM 510.64 RPM 71.81 RPM MO-0088
gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "A" is 100 and and has 80 teeth. If gears "B", "C",
14 1668 B and "D" have 62, 20, and 38 teeth respectively, the RPM of "D" in 67.91 RPM 652.63 RPM 505.79 RPM 52.63 RPM MO-0088
the gear train illustration is __________.
The RPM of "A" is 100 and has 88 teeth. If gears "B", "C", and
14 1669 C "D" have 66, 22, and 48 teeth respectively, the RPM of "D" in the 61.11 RPM 412.50 RPM 550.00 RPM 45.83 RPM MO-0088
gear train illustration is __________.
Cooling water pumps driven by direct reversing diesel engines
provide the greatest prevent pump clogging prevent cavitation at the
14 1670 A are usually of the straight impeller vane type pump with a to turn in either direction
pump efficiency from marine growth pump outlet
concentric housing to __________.
Which of the diesel engine cylinder liners listed has internal Integral water-jacket
14 1671 D Internally finned liner. Externally finned liner. Wet liner.
cooling water passages? liner.

If a single cylinder relief valve on a diesel engine lifts frequently excessively late injection incorrectly adjusted incorrectly adjusted fuel incorrectly adjusted
14 1672 C
while the engine is running, the cause may be an __________. timing for each cylinder intake valve timing injector intake valve clearance

Lube oil discharging

Water discharging from Fuel oil discharging from
Which of the following conditions indicates the dilution of diesel from the waste water A change in the lube oil
14 1673 D the waste water outlet of the waste water outlet of
engine lube oil by fuel oil? outlet of the lube oil viscosity.
the lube oil purifier. the lube oil purifier.
purifier.
Which of the turbocharging systems listed operates with the least
14 1674 C Constant volume Constant pressure Pulse pressure Radial flow
average back pressure in the exhaust manifold?
The exhaust valve opens before bottom dead center in a four
14 1675 C stroke engine to___________.; ; I. allow for blow down ; II. I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
reduce pumping losses

admit the correct amount

meter cylinder lubricating meter fuel oil to the actuate exhaust valves
14 1676 A The illustrated device is used to __________. of starting air to the MO-0050
oil to the engine injectors in the correct sequence
cylinders in proper order

supply lubricating oil for deliver cooling water to

deliver fuel oil to the exhaust gas and vapors
14 1677 B The line identified as "I" in the illustration is used to __________. actuating the exhaust the exhaust valve MO-0066
injector from the power cylinder
valve actuating device
The device shown in the illustration is opened by force as
14 1678 D pneumatic pressure spring pressure scavenging air pressure hydraulic pressure MO-0066
provided by __________.
An operating turbocharged diesel engine that suddenly loses restricted turbocharger oil leak into the
14 1679 A dribbling injector low fuel viscosity
power, is due to a/an __________. air intake turbocharger

resist changes in
The Total Base Number(TBN) value of diesel engine lube oil resist oxidation at high
14 1680 C viscosity with changes in resist emulsification neutralize acids
refers to its ability to __________. temperatures
temperature

A dry-type exhaust muffler clogged with soot, will cause

14 1681 B low exhaust temperature loss of engine power burned intake valves engine racing
__________.
 Which of the following problems will occur if the needle valve in a Fuel injection timing will Nozzle operation will be Fuel will leak into the
14 1682 A Fuel will not be delivered
fuel injection nozzle sticks in the open position? change unaffected drain line
One simple laboratory analysis of used lube oil that can be
14 1683 B paraffin test blotter test stability test spectrographic test
carried out aboard ship is called the __________.

Which of the turbocharging methods listed directs the exhaust

14 1684 A Constant pressure Pulse pressure Constant velocity Axial flow
gases to the turbine at fairly uniform velocity and pressure?

The lower water seal on a diesel engine wet cylinder liner must
precision ground flange
14 1685 A allow for liner expansion and contraction. This seal is most neoprene O-ring soft copper gasket flexible metallic seal ring
joint
commonly a __________.
the mechanical
The illustrated starting motor disengages the drive/clutch a centrifugal switch in the potential retraction interaction between the centripital force exerted
14 1686 C MO-0051
mechanism after the engine has started due to __________. the commutator energy of the armature overrunning clutch and by the rotating armature
the splined sleeve
A bendix drive starting motor disengages the drive gear from the rotating of the starting the high rotating speed applying accumulator
14 1687 C spring force
flywheel by __________. cam of the flywheel pressure
In a diesel engine, pistons are attached to the crankshaft by
14 1688 C push rods piston rods connecting rods piston guides
__________.
The component identified as item #9 is used as part of the fuel injection metering fuel pressure delivery cylinder lubricating
14 1689 D safety shut down system MO-0016
__________. system system system
inspection can not be
The illustrated cylinder lubricator quill check valve can be unscrewing and
unbolting and removing unscrewing and done without first
14 1690 B inspected without draining the cylinder cooling water jacket by removing item #6 from MO-0042
the cover, item #14 removing item #4 draining the jacket
__________. the cylinder
cooling water
it fits more loosely due to
honing makes it easier to
It is easier to replace a dry cylinder liner than a wet one because water seals are not a decrease in heat
14 1691 C of the thin wall thickness maintain the desired oil
__________. required transfer through the
film
composite wall

If the needle valve in a fuel injection nozzle sticks open, fuel will leak into the no fuel will be delivered injection lag will be
14 1692 C the nozzle will overheat
__________. nozzle drain line through the nozzle increased

Which of the listed conditions can be used to determine if lube Octane number is Pump speed is Blowers' speed is
14 1693 A Viscosity is lowered.
oil has been diluted by fuel? altered. decreased. decreased.
Intake air flow from a diesel engine turbocharger is directly
14 1694 D exhaust gas pressure exhaust gas temperature speed load
proportional to engine __________.
The device shown in the illustration is closed by force as provided
14 1695 B "E" "F" "H" "J" MO-0066
by __________.

14 1696 C Which instrument is used to take crankshaft deflection readings? feeler gage Outside micrometer Strain gage Gage block

14 1697 C Which instrument is used to take crankshaft deflection readings? feeler gage Outside micrometer Strain gage Gage block

procedure to replace dry

One advantage of dry cylinder liners used in a diesel engine is lower thermal expansion greater heat transfer rate greater wear resistance
14 1701 D liners is simpler than for
the __________. rate over wet liners than wet liners than wet liners
wet liners

An incorrect spray pattern produced by a diesel engine fuel excessive lube oil
14 1702 B incorrect fuel rack setting overcooling of the nozzle low firing pressure
injection nozzle can be directly caused by __________. temperature

The purpose of an interference angle in a diesel engine exhaust

14 1703 C valve is to __________.; ; I. seat the valve quickly; II. break up I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
seat deposits
One characteristic of a pulse type turbocharging system is high average exhaust greatly fluctuating inlet constant exhaust multiple exhaust pipes to
14 1704 D
__________. manifold pressure manifold pressure manifold pressure the turbocharger
 The purpose of the delivery check valve used in a diesel fuel
injection jerk pump is to __________. ; ; I. assist in a quick
14 1705 A I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
cutoff of fuel injection ; II. prevent fuel oil backflow from the
injection pump
In the illustrated engine, the fuel camshaft gear drive housing is
14 1706 D C D E F MO-0003
letter __________.

In the large slow-speed main propulsion diesel engine shown in

14 1707 B lube oil pump fuel oil pump jacket water pump crankcase exhaust fan MO-0003
the illustration, the part labeled "G" is the __________.

To guarantee that a reduction gear bearing is receiving proper oil lube oil pressure to the bearing lube oil lube oil temperature at
14 1708 C lube oil strainer magnets
supply, you should check the __________. bearing temperature the cooler outlet
If govenor Item #19 were to break on a main propulsion diesel
remain the same until decrease to a slightly hunt until stabilized by increase until the
14 1709 B engine operating under full load, the engine RPM will MO-0095
mannually changed lower value the droop rod overspeed trip actuates
__________.
If governor Item #10 in the illustration were to break on a main remain the same until
decrease to a slightly hunt until stablized by increase until the
14 1710 B propulsion diesel engine operating under full load, the engine the over speed trip MO-0094
lower value droop rod overspeed trip actuated
RPM will __________. actuated
the honing process it fits more loosely due to
there is less likelihood of
One of the advantages in the use of a dry liner over a wet liner is it is fitted with neoprene makes it easier to a decrease in heat
14 1711 C water leaking into the
__________. O-ring seals maintain the desired oil transfer through the
combustion space
film composite wall

avoiding fuel oil ensuring good metallic

Heat damage to fuel injection nozzles on small high-speed diesel employing fuel oil as a preventing hard carbon
14 1712 D temperature exceeding contact between nozzles
engines, can be prevented by __________. cooling medium deposit on nozzle tips
builder's specification and cylinder heads

When accumulated carbon at the air inlet ports of a two-

becoming lodged under
14 1713 B stroke/cycle diesel engine is being removed, you should take entering the lube oil entering the cylinder entering the water jacket
the intake valves
care to avoid carbon particles __________.
Which of the following turbocharging systems channels the
14 1714 B exhaust gases of each individual cylinder directly into the turbine Reaction Pulse Constant Pressure Variable pressure
rotor blades?

The purpose of an interference angle in a diesel engine exhaust

14 1715 B valve is to __________.; ; I. work in conjunction with valve I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
rotators to rotate the valve ; II. seat the valve quickly

The device most commonly used to measure exhaust gas

14 1716 A pyrometer calorimeter dynamometer tachometer
temperature of cyclinders is a __________.

Comparing the exhaust gas output of each cylinder of a diesel

14 1717 D engine is one method of determining if the engine load is tachometer calorimeter pedometer pyrometer
balanced. This can be determined by the use of a __________.

By comparing the exhaust gas temperature of each cylinder, the

14 1718 B operator can determine if the load is balanced throughout the tachometer pyrometer dynamometer calorimeter
engine. The device most commonly used is a __________.

Which of the following instruments can be used to compare the

14 1719 D exhaust gas output of each cylinder of a diesel engine to dynamometer calorimeter pedometer pyrometer
determine if the engine load is balanced?
 direct the force draft into
prevent flame the space between the prevent slag
The principal purpose of refractory and insulation installed in the protect the inner casing
14 1720 C impingement on the inner and outer casings, accumulation on the
firebox of an auxiliary boiler is to __________. and reduce heat loss
generating tube bank to maintain a pressure corbels
seal

Oil is prevented from

Which of the following statements is true concerning the diesel The rocker arm causes a The illustrated engine
leaking out of the valve Valve clearance is
14 1721 A engine cylinder head and valve mechanism shown in the valve bridge to open the utilizes a dry type MO-0013
cover by a metal to adjusted at point #4.
illustration? valves simultaneously. cylinder liner.
metal fit.

incorrect replacement of
The major cause of problems occurring with fuel injection overheating of the nozzle
14 1722 D barrels and plungers of cracked pump housings dirt in the fuel
equipment is __________. orifices
jerk pumps

To ensure that the valve

Why should the main steam stop valve of an auxiliary boiler be To examine the valve To check for a tight To check the valve
14 1723 C will not be seized shut
eased off its seat and then gently closed before lighting off? stem for scars or nicks. bonnet seal. packing.
when hot.
Which of the listed types of superchargers will NOT have a Exhaust gas
14 1724 A Roots blower Piston type blower Vane type blower
volumetric capacity proportional to engine speed? turbocharger
According to Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), the highest
14 1725 C boiler pressure where a tubular type gage glass may be installed 100 psig 200 psig 250 psig 300 psig
is __________.
Before any work is to be carried out on a burner in an
allow the boiler to cool close all manually lock all safety interlock block all control system
14 1726 B automatically fired auxiliary boiler, you should always
completely operated fuel valves switches closed relays closed
__________.
When an additional load is applied to a diesel engine which is
overheating because of chipped reduction gear excessive wear on the
14 1727 B using an inadequately inflated air bladder clutch unit, you can pneumatic seizure
slipping shoes teeth thrust bearings
expect __________.
When two medium speed diesel engines are electrically coupled
Propeller shock loads One engine must be
in parallel to a common propeller shaft which will operate at a Full reversing torque is Mechanical reduction
14 1728 D can severly damage the running ahead and the
speed less than 100 RPM, which of the operating conditions not available. gearing is required.
clutch. other astern.
listed will apply?
All oil-fired boilers, reguardless of intended mode of operation,
flame in boiler furnace is actuated by boiler safety starting trial for ignition
14 1729 B with automatic safety control systems must automatically close burner is properly seated
confirmed trip occurs
the burner valve when___________.
All oil-fired boilers, reguardless of intended mode of operation,
flame in boiler furnace is starting trial for ignition actuated by boiler safety
14 1730 D with automatic safety control systems must automatically close burner is properly seated
confirmed occurs trip
the burner valve when___________.

The device shown in the illustration is screwed directly into the attach a special gauge to remove moisture warn of excess
inject fuel oil into the
14 1731 D cylinder head through an opening in the combustion space. The take firing and accumulation from the combustion pressure in MO-0023
cylinder
purpose of the device is to __________. compression readings cylinder prior to starting the cylinder

A defective injector nozzle in a propulsion diesel engine can smoking due to high exhaust
14 1732 D engine power losses all of the above
cause __________. unburned fuel temperature readings
Lubricating oil viscosity in an operating diesel engine can be increasing cooling water
14 1733 C increasing lube oil flow dilution by fuel oil adding SAE 70 oil
reduced by __________. flow

At zero load the intake At full load the intake At full load the intake At full load the intake
Which of the following statements is correct regarding a manifold pressure is manifold pressure and manifold pressure is less manifold pressure is
14 1734 D
turbocharged four-stroke/cycle diesel generator? greater than the exhaust exhaust manifold than the exhaust greater than the exhaust
manifold pressure. pressure are equal. manifold pressure. manifold pressure.
 In an actual installation, the flange identified by the letter "U",
upper flash chamber feed water return labeled second effect tube
14 1735 A shown in the illustration, can be directly connected from the brine saltwater inlet at "I" MO-0110
labeled "F" "K" bundle
ejector discharge to the __________.

Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require electric hot water audible high water level temperature limiting pressure relief valve set automatic reset pressure
14 1736 C
supply boilers to be provided with a/an __________. alarm device set at 212°F at the MAWP limiter

Which of the listed effects would mixtures of ethylene glycol and

phosphate compounds have on the metal surfaces of the cooling
14 1737 C I II Both I and II Neither I or II
system of a diesel engine? ; ; I. Protects the coolant from
freezing.; II. Protects metallic surfaces from corrosion.

Which of the listed effects would mixtures of ethylene glycol have

on the cooling system of a diesel engine? ; ; I. Protects the
14 1738 A I II Both I and II Neither I or II
coolant from freezing.; II. Protects metallic surfaces from
corrosion.
Which of the listed effects would mixtures of phosphate
compounds have on the metal surfaces of the cooling system of
14 1739 B I II Both I and II Neither I or II
a diesel engine? ; ; I. Protects the coolant from freezing.; II.
Protects metallic surfaces from corrosion.
check cylinder connect the pressure pressure test cylinder connect the exhaust gas
14 1741 B Diesel engine cylinder head test cocks are used to __________.
lubrication indicator heads pyrometers

Dirt lodged on the nozzle valve seat of a fuel injection nozzle will erosion and cratering of fuel leakage into the fuel leakage before and insufficient fuel delivery
14 1742 C
cause __________. the nozzle orifices nozzle drain line after injection through that nozzle

A sudden decrease in the diesel engine lube oil viscosity could loss of additives from the carbon deposits in the
14 1743 D excessive centrifuging excessive fuel dilution
be an indication of __________. lube oil lube oil
greater than the average less than the average greater at the turbine
The relative air pressure in the inlet manifold of a turbocharged greater at reduced
14 1744 A exhaust manifold exhaust manifold wheel than at the
diesel engine is usually __________. engine speed
pressure pressure impeller

as a means to sample to relieve excess

14 1745 B Waste heat boilers may be equipped with drains __________. on the gas passage side to prevent air binding
stack gases for testing pressure

bypass exhaust gas at bypass a portion of the

An exhaust gas bypass is installed on a waste heat boiler in order reduce corrosion in gas recycle exhaust gas to
14 1747 C high loads to prevent exhaust gas at peak
to __________. passages at low loads the turbocharger
excessive back pressure loads for better efficiency

Using a diesel engine indicator P-V diagram, the cylinder mean

effective pressure is calculated to be 21.3 kg/cm2. What is the
14 1748 A 1.5 kg/mm 5.0 kg/mm 10 kg/mm 15.0 kg/mm
scale of the spring used on the indicator if the diagram area is
18.46 cm2 with a length of 13 cm?
Item labeled "R" as shown in section 6 of the illustration is non return scavenge
14 1749 A aftercooler air filter exhaust manifold MO-0025
identified as the __________. valve
Item labeled "S" as shown in section 4 of the illustration is
14 1750 B exhaust port intake port aftercooler scavenging valve MO-0025
identified as the __________.

A gastight seal is
The valve cages are The engine cylinder
Which of the listed cylinder head design features is shown in the The engine is equipped provided by a gasket
14 1751 D provided for the exhaust head is fitted with MO-0013
illustration? with a dry liner. between the cylinder
valves. replaceable valve seats.
head and cylinder liner.

prolonged maintenance
14 1752 D A leaking diesel engine fuel injector will cause __________. improved atomization greater fuel economy incomplete combustion
intervals
 Item labeled "L" as shown in section 6 of the illustration is
14 1753 C air filter aftercooler air blower exhaust gas turbine MO-0025
identified as the __________.
constantly increasing as approximately equal to approximately equal to
A turbocharged diesel engine will have an intake manifold constantly decreasing as
14 1754 B the amount of load exhaust manifold atmospheric pressure at
pressure __________. engine load increases
increases pressure at all times all times
The item labeled "T" as shown in figure 4 of the illustration is
14 1755 D air filter aftercooler air blower exhaust gas turbine MO-0025
identified as the __________.
The method of engine cylinder scavenging shown in the
14 1756 C cross flow uniflow loop pressurized differential MO-0025
illustration is known as __________.

While on watch in the engine room you notice that your auxiliary
blowdown the boiler open the feedwater
14 1758 A boiler water level has dropped out of sight from the boiler gage cut out the fires slow down the engines
guage glass bypass regulator
glass, the FIRST corrective action should be to __________.

You are standing watch in the engine room with an auxiliary maintain the proper
remove any sediment provide water samples test the feedwater stop-
14 1759 A boiler. You should blow down a gage glass periodically to water level in the steam
from the glass for the second assistant check valve
__________. drum
If you hear a 'crackling' sound while standing watch in the engine
room occuring within a general service system centrifugal pump,
14 1760 D shaft sleeves discharge volutes wearing rings pump suction
the most probable location of the noise would be the
__________.

check cylinder connect exhaust gas remove moisture

pressure test cylinder
14 1761 D Diesel engine cylinder head test cocks are used to __________. lubrication prior to analyzers to determine accumulations from
heads to check for leaks
starting engine engine efficiency cylinders prior to starting

Problems with the diesel engine fuel injection pump are usually excessive engine
14 1762 B improper adjustment contaminated fuel kinked fuel lines
caused by __________. vibration
Which of the following faults would allow lube oil to enter the Excessive valve train Leaking standby oil Excessive lube oil Excessive lube oil in the
14 1763 B
cooling system of a diesel engine? lubrication cooler core pressure system
By the action of an
What method is used to supply air to the cylinders of the diesel By the action of the By the pumping action of
14 1764 D auxiliary electric blower All of the above. MO-0003
engine shown in the illustration? turbocharger at full load. the piston.
at low load.
If you hear a 'crackling' sound while standing watch in the engine
room coming from a centrifical pump casing within a general
14 1765 C insufficient packing an oversized lantern ring excessive suction lift reversed pump rotation
service system, the most probable cause of the noise would be
__________.
If you hear a 'crackling' noise while standing watch in the engine
room coming from a centrifical pump within a general service excess discharge excessive net positive
14 1766 B insufficient speed cavitation
system, the most probable cause of the problem would be pressure suction head
__________.
You are standing watch in the engine room on your vessel. The
an increase in discharge an increase in suction
14 1767 A usual symptoms of cavitation in a centrifugal pump are noise and vibration lifting of the relief valve
pressure pressure
__________.
You are standing watch in the engine room of your vessel.
Reduced capacity, accompanied by vibration and noise at the
14 1768 A suction of a centrifugal pump, results from cavitation in the fluid vapor pockets water hammer action fluid friction steam knock
being pumped. Cavitation describes the formation of
__________.
 after starting the second after starting the second
While underway at sea one of three available centrifugal salt start a second pump and
only need to start a pump open the casing pump secure the first
water service pumps is in operation with a sea water temperature place it on line, and
14 1769 B second pump and vent valve of the first pump and do nothing
of 50°F. The cooling temperature of all systems supplied by this watch for a rise in the
operate it in parallel pump, then secure the else with the salt water
pump appear to be high. Therefore, you should __________. discharge pressure
first pump service system

When turning a new cylinder head stud on a lathe, the minimum

14 1771 B effective thread length of the stud is determined primarily by the stud length stud diameter head nut diameter stud material
__________.
Which of the following problems is the main source of fuel pump
14 1772 B Improper lubrication Air in the fuel system Coated fuel lines Excessive vibration
and injection system malfunctions?
Lube oil in the fresh water cooling system of a diesel engine may
14 1773 C camshaft seizure lube oil pump failure lube oil cooler failure lube oil sump overflow
result from a __________.
Which of the diesel engine components listed increases air
14 1774 C Impeller Compressor Aftercooler Exhaust diffuser
density and helps to improve engine operating efficiency?
Differential type fuel oil nozzles in a diesel engine are closed
14 1775 A directly by __________.; ; I. spring pressure ; II. fuel oil I only II only either I or II neither I nor II
pressure
Fuel oil strainers should be made of __________.; ; I. copper ;
14 1776 D I only II only either I or II neither I nor II
II. Brass
One end of a cylinder for a medium or high-speed diesel engine
14 1781 B is sealed by the piston and rings, the other end is sealed by the crankcase cylinder head valve cover engine frame
__________.
High cylinder firing pressure, accompanied by low exhaust improper fuel rack lengthy exhaust valve extended operation at excessively early
14 1782 D
temperature, can result from __________. positioning duration light load injection timing
Which harmful consequence may be the result of lube oil sludge Clogged oil pump Increased oil operating
14 1783 D Sticking piston rings. All of the above
accumulation? suction screens. temperatures.
What is the function of the aftercoolers installed in the diesel Increase the exhaust Decrease the lube oil
14 1784 D Decrease the air density Increase the air density
engine air intake system? temperature temperature

An efficient seal between the cylinder block and cylinder heads

14 1791 D graphite packing sealing compound lubricating oil gaskets
on many diesel engines is obtained with __________.

An increase in the fuel injection pump discharge pressure can be plugged injector spray
14 1792 C leaking delivery valve increase in engine load increased plunger stroke
caused by a/an __________. hole
High lube oil temperatures developing in a diesel engine can excessive bearing end
14 1793 D high oil pressure plugged oil control rings engine overload
result from __________. play
compensate for
The function of the aftercooler installed between the turbocharger increase the density of decrease turbocharger reduce exhaust gas
14 1794 A turbocharger RPM
and intake manifold on some diesel engines, is to __________. the intake air power usage temperature
fluctuations

A dirty fuel oil filter is can be detected by __________.; ; I. fuel

14 1795 B I only II only either I or II neither I nor II
oil analysis ; II. observing the pressure drop across the filter

a clogged vent line from a dirty strainer in the

Irregular feeding or surging of the feedwater supply to a low erratic water flow excessive pressure in
14 1797 D the air eductor saltwater feed pump
pressure distilling plant may be attributed to __________. through the air eductor the seawater feed heater
condenser suction line
presence of saltwater
Salinity cells are strategically installed in distilling units to indicate quanity of the distillate quality of the distillate
14 1798 B leaks into the flash all of the above
the __________. produced produced
chamber
Heat transfer surfaces
What would cause a coil type evaporator to require consistently The brine density is Impure distillate is being Shell vapor pressure is
14 1799 B are being layered with
higher steam coil pressure to maintain its output capacity? improper. produced. constantly decreasing.
scale.
 If the rated distillate production of a submerged tube type
chemical feed must be temperature switch is heating surfaces are
14 1800 D evaporator cannot be maintained with the maximum jacket water has a serious brine leak
increased defective scaled
flow rate, the evaporator __________.
Which of the terms listed below represents the operational
14 1801 B Non-harmonic speed. Critical speed. Maximum speed. Design maximum speed.
speed at which excessive engine vibration is created?
mechanical flexibility in low fuel booster pump ignition quality of the fuel
14 1802 D One cause of diesel engine fuel ignition delay is __________. high fuel rack setting
the pump mechanism pressure oil
reduce the wear of cool the bearing assist in sealing bearing
14 1803 D Lubricating oil used in a diesel engine serves to __________. all of the above
bearing surfaces surfaces surfaces

Aftercooling of a turbocharged diesel engine will result in higher torque but lower lower torque but higher higher torque and higher lower torque and lower
14 1804 C
__________. brake horsepower brake horsepower brake horsepower brake horsepower

maintaining the proper

An indication of high salinity in the distillate discharged from a carrying the brine level leaks in the demister venting of the saltwater
14 1805 C distilling plant heat
low pressure distilling plant can be the result of __________. below normal baffles heater drain pump
balance
If a higher than normal water level is observed through the
a leak in the feedwater a malfunctioning brine a clogged desuperheater
14 1806 C inspection port of a low pressure distilling plant, you should improper vacuum
heater pump water strainer
suspect __________.
An excessively high brine level in a low pressure distilling plant excessive brine pump an excessive brine excessive distillate pump
14 1807 C failure of the brine pump
can be caused by __________. motor speed blowdown rate speed

While standing watch in the engine room, you suspect an air leak
14 1808 D while checking a low pressure distilling plant. Which of the gasketed joints valve stems gage glass packing all of the above
following should be checked as a possible cause of the air leak?

Vibrations from diesel engines and engine driven equipment are torsional-vibration flexible engine
14 1811 D harmonic balancers a detuner flywheel
isolated from the hull structure by __________. dampers mountings

Which of the conditions listed would cause simultaneous high Improper fuel rack Lengthy opening of the Excessively early Extended light load
14 1812 C
cylinder firing pressure and low exhaust temperature? positioning. exhaust valve. injection timing. operation.

form a friction reducing

induce carbon formation improve fuel penetration lubricate the fuel
14 1813 C One function of diesel engine lubricating oil is to __________. film between mating
on cylinder walls in the combustion space injectors
surfaces
remove moisture from air
When used in conjunction with a turbocharger, the main function increase the density of prevent turbocharger eliminate the need for a
14 1814 A compressed by the
of an aftercooler is to __________. the cylinder air charge overheating precooler
turbocharger
While standing watch underway, you notice carryover occurring
faulty operation of the a pressure drop through high distillate
14 1815 A in a low pressure distilling plant. This can be a result of low distillate conductivity
brine overboard pump the loop seal conductivity
__________.

The brine section should

While standing watch underway, if the brine level of a low Reduce the feed rate The brine overflow weir be drained down a
Do nothing as this is the
14 1816 B pressure distilling plant is above the sight glass, which action and check the brine should be raised to allow minimum of 6 inches
normal operating level.
should be taken? eductor system. greater outflow. below the seawater
heater bundle.

A diesel engine operating at a light load, when compared to

14 1817 B higher less equal directly proportional
operating at heavy load has an fuel/air ratio that is __________.

Failure of the speeder spring in a mechanical governor will result in an increase in result in a decrease in not affect the engine cause the governor to
14 1818 B
__________. engine speed engine speed speed hunt
 It serves as a hinge for
It provides a conduit for It is only used as a lifting It aids in removing
14 1819 C What is the function of device "A" shown in the illustration? ease of opening the MO-0110
incoming feed water. beam during installation. condensor tube bundles.
shell.
Which of the devices listed is installed on a diesel engine to
Torsional vibration
14 1821 B isolate some of the crankshaft vibrations caused by rotational Planetary gear set Friction clutch Air bladder clutch
damper
and reciprocating forces?
When fuel is injected too early in the injection cycle, it may early detonation and a high exhaust
14 1822 C high fuel economy smoky exhaust
cause the engine to have __________. loss of power temperatures

Performance of a turbocharged engine can be improved by decreasing the amount aftercooling the intake
14 1824 C preheating the air intake preheating light fuels
__________. of valve overlap air

Which of the following reasons represents why the designed Compression must be Compression must be The heat of compression Compression must be
14 1825 C compression ratio of a gasoline engine is lower than that of a low for effective spark low for smooth is not used as an ignition low to have effective
diesel engine? ignition. operation. source of the fuel. preignition.

The color of the exhaust from a diesel engine should be

14 1826 A clear hazy light brown hazy light blue hazy light grey
__________.
A cam operated
The valve shown in the illustration operates by which of the Direct cam action closes Ship service air pressure Hydraulic pressure
14 1827 C mechanical pushrod MO-0066
following principles? the valve. closes the valve. opens the valve.
opens the valve.
Where would a metal-edge disk type strainer normally be found
14 1828 A pump discharge line gravity tank inlet line oil sump return line pump suction line
on a diesel engine lubrication system?
According to 46 CFRs, which of the following devices is Flame safeguard Mercury tube actuated Solenoid operated fuel Pneumatic combustion
14 1829 B
prohibited for use on automatic auxiliary boilers? controls. controls. valves. controls.

maximize the coefficient

help prevent the
When conducting a hydrostatic test on a water-tube auxiliary of expansion within the
formation of eliminate refractory
14 1830 B boiler, the test water should be heated to a temperature of at varying types of metals all of the above
condensation on the thermal stress
least 70°F (21°C). This is done to __________. used in boiler
tube exteriors
construction

Critical speeds occurring within the operating speed range of a

engine support vibration detuner or viscous fluid lightened crankshaft spherically seated
14 1831 B main propulsion diesel engine may be changed, or have their
isolator damper flywheel crankshaft bearing
damaging effects reduced by a/an __________.

above normal with a above normal with a below normal with a below normal with an
Early fuel injection timing is indicated by the cylinder pressure
14 1832 A below normal exhaust normal exhaust normal exhaust above normal exhaust
being __________.
temperature temperature temperature temperature
for removal of dirt or
In a diesel engine, the function of lubrication oil is to provide a film between the shafts cooling of the pistons
14 1833 D metal particles resulting all of the above
__________. and bearings and bearings
from wear

reduce the turbocharger increase the pressure of increase the density of reduce the blower
14 1834 C The purpose of an aftercooler is to __________.
operating temperature the inlet air the inlet air operating temperature

measure concentration
The instrument shown in the illustration would be used on a measure exhaust gas take compression and balance exhaust gas
14 1835 B of chromate in jacket MO-0031
diesel engine to __________. pressure firing readings temperature readings
water
 The reversing unit is
always used in The axial movement of
The linearly measured The pneumatic forces conjunction with a the control piston is
movement of the required to operate the controllable pitch transmitted by levers to
Which of the following statements describes the action of the
14 1836 D camshaft is equal to the device are dependent propeller, permitting the camshafts, with the MO-0125
unit shown in the illustration?
movement of the control upon the speed of the greater astern power piston axial movement
piston. engine. than the sole use of a being greater than the
controllable pitch camshaft movement.
propeller.

Which of the following conditions will cause the engine to operate Excessive propeller Damaged propeller
14 1837 C Fouled hull Inclement weather MO-0126
in area "A" of the diagram shown in the illustration? cavitation blades

The opening of an exhaust valve on a modern, large, low-speed, direct action of the direct action of the main
14 1838 D compressed air pressure direct hydraulic pressure
main propulsion diesel engine, may be actuated by __________. overhead cam shaft piston moving down

Which of the combustion parameters listed is used in a diesel

14 1839 A Fuel cam lift Metering Atomization Penetration
engine, but NOT related to the injection system?
Increasing the compression ratio of a diesel engine while
increased thermal
14 1840 B maintaining the designed rate of fuel flow will result in reduced efficiency increased heat loss lower cylinder pressures
efficiency
__________.
combustion at
In the pressure-volume diagram shown in the illustration, curve opening of exhaust
14 1841 B fuel injection after dribble approximately constant start of fuel injection MO-0035
'A-d' indicates __________. valves
pressure

When fuel is injected in a diesel engine cylinder too early, fuel economy is not exhaust gas temperature
14 1842 A ignition may be delayed the exhaust will be clear
__________. affected will be unchanged

The feed water enters

The feed water is cooled
What occurs in the space labeled "D" of the device shown in the Jacket water is heated in the device and vaporizes Moisture is separated
14 1843 C prior to being pumped MO-0110
illustration? the boiling chamber. under vacuum from the steam vapor.
into section "F".
conditions.
The aftercooler inlet should be connected to the turbocharger
14 1844 A B C H K MO-0080
illustrated at the part labeled __________.
When fuel oil is accidentally mixed with lube oil which of the
14 1845 D following processes can be used to separate them?; ; I. filtering I only II only either I or II neither I nor II
; II. Settling

The device shown in the illustration may be closed by using

14 1846 B pressurized air on some recently built large low speed engines "E" "F" "H" "J" MO-0066
and would replace the component identified as ____________.

One advantage of dry cylinder liners used in a diesel engine is absence of water seal greater heat transfer rate greater wear resistance lower thermal expansion
14 1847 A
the __________. rings than wet liners than wet liners rate over wet liners

engine is running at its engine is running at its

The highest indicated lube oil pressure in a diesel engine should load on the engine is at diesel fuel dilution of the
14 1848 B highest allowable lowest normal operating
be expected when the __________. its rated maximum lube oil exceeds 5%
temperature temperature
Intercoolers installed on starting air compressors, reduce the dust entering the first overheating the first overheating the second
14 1849 C interstage vapor lock
possibility of __________. stage stage stage

a higher cetane number a decrease in the air mechanical rigidity in the the flexibility of high
14 1850 D Injection lag in a diesel engine may be caused by __________.
of fuel oil temperature lube pump mechanism pressure fuel lines

Between the periods of injection and ignition of the fuel, a diesel

14 1851 C detonation period firing period delay period advance period
engine crankshaft rotates through the __________.
 Lower than normal
Loss of engine power Higher than normal firing High fuel consumption
Which of the listed set of conditions indicates early fuel injection compression pressure
14 1852 B and high exhaust pressure and low and high exhaust
timing? and high exhaust
temperatures exhaust temperature temperatures
temperature

require a current/voltage will carry a 100%

Electric starting motors for diesel engines require high current for require a generator as a stepdown voltage
14 1853 D regulator for proper overload for a brief
operation and __________. source of power transformers
operation period

From the chart shown in the illustration, if a right hand rotation

14 1854 D engine had the #9 piston on top dead center, the #8 piston would exhaust stroke compression stroke intake stroke power stroke MO-0039
be on the __________.

As shown in the illustration, the viscosimeter would be used to Outflow from HFO day
14 1855 B Final heaters. Injector pumps. HFO purifiers. MO-0077
directly control the output of which of the following components? tank.

The output signal from the viscosimeter shown in the illustration fuel oil heater steam flow day tank steam flow metering of fuel injection
14 1856 A fuel booster output MO-0077
is used to control the __________. input input pump output
When in automatic mode, the output signal of the viscosimeter,
final heater outlet final heater inlet inlet and outlet pressure inlet temperature and
14 1857 C shown in the illustration, will vary as a result of measuring the MO-0077
pressure pressure differential outlet pressure
fuel oil __________.

Valve "1", as shown in the illustration when, should be operated entering or departing viscosimeter "V"
14 1858 A starting auxiliary boilers. mixing tank is "full". MO-0077
when __________. port. measures low viscosity.

When operating the HFO purifiers in "parallel", as shown in the valve "3" would be valve "2" would be valve "6" would be
14 1859 C All of the above MO-0077
illustration __________. closed closed closed
Under what condition would valves "4" and "5", as shown in the Operating the main Loading the HFO Operating in normal Operating D.O. purifier
14 1860 C MO-0077
illustration, be closed? engine on D.O. bunkers. mode. on HFO.
The power/expansion stroke shown in the illustration is indicated
14 1861 A 1 through 3 4 through 6 1 through 4 3 through 6 MO-0025
by the diagram numbers __________.
If fuel injection in a diesel engine begins earlier than the design cylinder compression cylinder compression
fuel oil injection pressure scavenge and purge
14 1862 B start of injection, ignition may be delayed because the pressure may not be temperature may be too
may not be high enough process is incomplete
__________. high enough high
A diesel engine exposed to widely varying ambient temperatures extreme pressure
14 1863 A a high viscosity index a low viscosity index no additives
should use a lubricating oil with __________. additives
The air supplied to the cylinders by a turbocharger is often
14 1864 C air compressor diffuser aftercooler venturi
reduced in volume by a/an __________.
When the HFO
When the DO purifier is
In the illustration shown, under what conditions would valves "2" centrifuges are being run When the HFO purifier is When the HFO purifiers
14 1865 A being is being run as the MO-0077
and "3" be closed and valve "6" be opened? as separators and being run as DO purifier. are being run in parallel.
HFO purifier.
clarifiers respectively.
In order to maximize the performance of a centrifuge, you can
14 1866 B adjust the __________.; ; I. Number of disks in the stack; II. I only II only Both I and II Neither I nor II
Frequency of shooting the bowl
The diesel engine component labeled "19", shown in the
14 1867 D inlet valve exhaust valve air start valve unit injector MO-0122
illustration is called a/an __________.
High firing pressures and a low exhaust temperature in a diesel early exhaust valve increased exhaust excessive cylinder air
14 1869 D early fuel injection timing
engine may result from __________. opening system back pressure turbulence
Return air flow during Relief of excessively
Which of the following processes is indicated by the flow arrows Return flow of excess Cooling water bypass
14 1871 C start-up upon achieving high pressure gases MO-0026
shown in the illustration? fuel oil from the injector. flow to the heat sink.
ignition. from the cylinder.
 ignition will be delayed maximum fuel expansion
A diesel engine will lose power if fuel injection occurs too early fuel will not be properly fuel will ignite before top
14 1872 B due to low ignition will occur on the
because the __________. atomized in the cylinder dead center
temperature compression stroke

Which of the engine components listed increases air charge Water-cooled exhaust
14 1874 C Intake manifold Aftercooler Exhaust diffuser
density and helps to improve engine operating efficiency? system

In a diesel engine, exhaust valves open before the intake ports

14 1875 C are uncovered to __________.; ; I. reduce pumping losses ; II. I only II only both I and II neither I nor II
reduce back pressure

a combination of a combination of
Modern marine diesel engines equipped with mechanical fuel entirely constant
14 1881 C entirely constant volume constant volume and constant temperature
injection operate on a combustion cycle which is __________. pressure
constant pressure and constant pressure

high exhaust
A fuel injection valve opening at a pressure lower than normal will decreased effective
14 1882 B late fuel injection early fuel injection temperature from that
result in __________. stroke from that injector
cylinder
In the large, slow-speed, main propulsion diesel engine shown in
an auxiliary cold start the component labeled
14 1891 B the illustration, the upward motion of the piston draws scavenging venturi tubes nonreturn valves MO-0003
heater core "U"
air through __________.
When high firing pressures and low exhaust temperatures occur
decreased piston-to- increased exhaust back early timing of fuel low scavenge air
14 1892 C simultaneously in a diesel engine, this may be a result of
cylinder head clearance pressure injection temperature
__________.
In a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, after the completion of the up and draw in a fresh down to compress the up and force out the
14 1901 D down to burn off fuel
power stroke, the piston will move __________. air charge fuel air charge exhaust gases

ignition will be delayed maximum fuel expansion

If fuel injection occurs too early, a diesel engine will lose power fuel will not be properly fuel will ignite after top
14 1902 B due to low compression will occur on the
because the __________. atomized in the cylinder dead center
pressure compression stroke

A large, low-speed, crosshead, main propulsion diesel engine

14 1903 B using residual fuel oils must have a cylinder oil having a low TBN value high alkaline reserve low flash point high pour point
__________.
Which of the conditions listed will occur as a result of having an Brake specific fuel Cylinder combustion
Intake valve burning is Air charge density will be
14 1904 B intercooler installed in the diesel engine intake system shown in consumption will be temperatures will be MO-0081
eliminated. increased.
the illustration? increased. lowered.
For a four-stroke/cycle medium-speed diesel engine, fuel
injection commences from 7 to 26 crankshaft degrees before top
14 1911 C dead center. After fuel injection commences, how many 21°-31° 45°-55° 66°-76° 106°-115°
degrees does the camshaft rotate before the exhaust valve push
rod moves up?
Due to excessive water in the fuel, a diesel engine fails to start.
14 1912 D Before the engine can be started, the water must be removed fuel pumps cylinders fuel strainers all of the above
from the __________.

14 1913 D A diesel engine should use which type of lubricating oil? Nondetergent oil Cutting oil High grade vegetable oil Detergent oil

maintain a positive
The diesel engine shown in the illustration, is provided with an increase scavenge air provide scavenge air maintain a vacuum on
14 1914 B pressure on the MO-0003
auxiliary blower to __________. pressure at full load pressure at low load the crankcase
crankcase
formed by the
During the diesel engine power stroke, the side thrust of a trunk of the bevel on the formed by the crank arm formed by the master
14 1921 A connecting rod and
type piston is a result of the angle __________. piston oil control rings and crank pin and link connecting rods
cylinder center line
 A diesel engine fails to start due to excessive water in the fuel.
14 1922 A Before the engine can be started, the water should be removed fuel lines lube oil filter crank case pump rocker arm reservoir
from the __________.
Which of the designs listed will keep the lobes from making Air trapped between Oil filter between blower
14 1924 B Drive chain Blower timing gears
contact in a Roots-type blower? blower lobes lobes

Faulty operation of diesel engine fuel injection nozzles can be water in the fuel oil excessive fuel nozzle a distorted fuel spray leakage past the plunger
14 1932 A
directly caused by __________. supply holder cooling pattern into the oil drain

The thickness of the oil film to be developed in a diesel engine

14 1933 D bearing pressure viscosity of the oil rpm of the shaft all of the above
main bearing, depends upon the __________.
Which of the Roots blower rotors listed below, will supply air to a
14 1934 A two-stroke/cycle, medium-speed, diesel engine with the least Three-helical lobes Two-helical lobes Three-cylindrical lobes Two-cylindrical lobes
amount of turbulence and pulsation?
The side pressure per unit of area, resulting from the angularity
length of the cylinder
14 1941 B of the motion of the connecting rod, depends primarily on the weight of the piston length of the piston speed of the engine
liner
__________.

drain filters and strainers use ether to start the blow through the
A diesel engine fails to start because of water in the fuel. In order turn engine with jacking
14 1942 B and bleed off water at engine with blowdown cylinders and fuel lines
to start the engine, you should __________. gear
each injection pump valves open with a drying agent

The highest indicated lube oil pressure in a diesel engine should warm at full speed and
14 1943 A cold at idle warm at idle warm at full speed
be expected when the engine oil is _________. no fuel dilution exists

In a single acting, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the power once every crankshaft once every two
14 1951 B once every piston stroke twice every piston stroke
impulse in an individual cylinder occurs __________. revolution crankshaft revolutions

Water in the fuel can prevent the engine from starting, prevent it create high lube oil cause the engine to cause blue smoke in the
14 1952 A run at an irregular speed
from developing full power, or __________. temperature overspeed exhaust

The lobes of a Roots-type blower are sometimes twisted into a decrease air losses allow for higher blower produce a more constant
14 1954 D decrease maintenance
spiral formed around the axes of rotation to __________. around the lobes operating speeds airflow

The most rapid period of fuel combustion occurring in a diesel

when fuel injection has when fuel vaporization should continue through should be completed
14 1961 D cylinder should begin just before the piston reaches top dead
been completed has been completed the afterburning period after top dead center
center and __________.
Permitting a diesel engine fuel oil day tank to run dry can cause overheated injection water condensation in fuel dilution of the lube
14 1962 D air in the fuel system
__________. pumps the cylinders oil

The purpose of an oil mist detector in a main propulsion diesel excessive mist density in excessively high excessively high bearing excessive carbon
14 1963 A
engine is to warn of __________. the crankcase crankcase vacuum temperatures buildup in the lube oil

decrease objectionable
are extremely quiet at rotate in the same rotate in opposite
14 1964 C Most Roots-type blowers have two rotors which __________. turbulence in the
high speed direction directions
cylinders

As engine RPM is increased from idle speed to full load speed,

14 1971 B Compression ratio Fuel/Air ratio Compression pressure Lube oil pressure
which of the conditions listed will decrease?
If a diesel engine runs out of fuel, you can expect trouble from overheated injector water condensed in the fuel dilution of the lube
14 1972 D air in the fuel system
__________. pumps cylinders oil
Some diesel engines are equipped with a Roots-type blower to more air to combine with more amps per kilowatt
14 1974 A higher no-load RPMs higher voltage output
provide __________. the fuel hour
The pressure in an operating diesel engine cylinder continues to maximum compression fuel injection occurring at
expansion of the exhaust and intake
14 1981 A rise for a short period after the piston passes top dead center as pressure is just being that point and
combustion gases valves just closing
a result of the __________. attained combustion begins
 Air in the fuel lines to the fuel injection nozzles of a diesel engine burn excessive amounts overheat without operate with reduced
14 1982 C run away without load
will cause the engine to __________. of lube oil smoking power or stop

resist changes in
The TBN value of diesel engine lube oil refers to its ability to resist oxidation at high
14 1983 C viscosity with changes in resist emulsification neutralize acids
__________. temperatures
temperature

Regarding the positive displacement rotary blower shown in the between the rotating between the casing and after the engine reaches as air moves into the
14 1984 D MO-0082
illustration, air compression takes place __________. blower lobes blower lobes operating speed discharge passage

Prior to starting, the purpose of turning over a main propulsion remove condensation
check for proper lube oil
14 1991 B diesel engine with the cylinder test cocks open, is to test the starting system and other liquids from check the compression
pressure
__________. the cylinders
oxygen corrosion of the
14 1992 A Air in the fuel lines of a diesel engine can cause __________. ignition failure the pistons to seize blue smoke
fuel lines
Which of the following characteristics of lube oil helps to reduce
Low carbon forming High noncorrosive
14 1993 B the amount of deposits in the piston ring belt during the Low viscosity index High film strength
tendencies qualities
combustion process in a diesel engine?
Which of the following terms best describes the Roots-type
14 1994 B Rotary vane Positive displacement Axial flow Centrifugal
blower used to supercharge a diesel engine?

Starting a large propulsion diesel engine using diesel fuel during increasing the quantity of increasing the lube oil heating the engine fuel heating the engine jacket
14 2001 D
cold weather conditions can be made easier by __________. starting air pressure supply water

If you suspect a diesel engine is misfiring due to air leakage into fuel line connections to
gasket surfaces of the discharge fittings of the suction side of the fuel
14 2002 D the fuel system, you should begin looking for the leak at the the cylinder injection
fuel oil filters fuel injector pumps oil transfer pump
__________. valves

The color of the diesel engine detergent type lube oil in an

14 2003 D 'worn out' oil fuel dilution water dilution normal oil condition
operating diesel engine is black, this indicates __________.

In a two cycle diesel engine, a Roots type blower is usually gear driven by the driven by an exhaust gas actuated by the intake
14 2004 A driven by separate motor
__________. engine turbine valves

Which lubricating oil additive is used in diesel engines to reduce

14 2005 C Flash point improvers Pour point improvers Inhibitors Foam suppressors
the tendency for sludge and varnish to form on the engine parts?

To ensure foreign
Which of the following statements represents the reason for To ensure that the lube
To test the starting To remove air bubbles material (water etc.) is
14 2011 D rolling over a diesel engine with the cylinder indicator cocks open oil system delivers
system. from the jacket water. not present in the
prior to starting? pressure.
cylinders.
A diesel engine is turned at normal cranking speed, but fails to low starting air air in the fuel injection water in the starting air
14 2012 C low lube oil temperature
fire. This can occur from __________. temperature system system
carbonization of oils from coagulation of unburned
Sludge formation in a diesel engine lube oil system is caused by emulsions of lube oil and
14 2020 D the combustion fuel below the piston All of the above.
__________. water
chambers rings
check the pyrometer check the crankcase oil change the fuel oil
14 2021 B Before starting a diesel engine, you should always __________. clean the air filter
readings level strainers
If the low level alarm of the diesel fuel day tank fails to function, overheated injection water condensed in the fuel dilution of the lube
14 2022 D air in the fuel system
you can expect trouble from __________. pumps cylinders oil
 positive feed lubricators
the direction of pressure
are installed on all
on the journals in four- four-stroke engines two-stroke engines
Proper lubrication of the main bearings is more easily obtained in bearings of four-stroke
stroke engines is usually utilize a heavier usually consume less
14 2023 A a single acting, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine than in a two- engines, whereas as a
continuously reversing, grade of fuel oil than two- lube oil than four-stroke
stroke/cycle diesel engine because __________. splash feed system is
whereas in two-stroke stroke engines engines
used on two-stroke
engines it is constant
engines

An aftercooler installed between the turbocharger and the increases the density of decreases the density of increases the specific decreases the specific
14 2024 A
cylinder air inlet __________. the air the air heat of the air heat of the exhaust

Which of the following should always be checked prior to starting

14 2031 C Air filters Fuel oil strainers Crank case oil level Pyrometer readings
a diesel engine?
loosening the
blowing down the air pumping down the day
14 2032 B Air may be bled from the fuel system by __________. compression nuts at the changing fuel filters
tanks tanks
injectors
varying the clearance
varying the physical
The amount of fuel injected into a diesel engine cylinder by a unit the firing pressure in the a metering helix inside between the injector cam
14 2033 B length of the plunger
injector, is controlled by __________. cylinder the pump and the injector rocker
stroke
arm
If cooling water flow through the aftercooler is interrupted, the
density of the air charge scavenge effect will exhaust pressure will
14 2034 B power output of a turbocharged diesel engine will drop because turbocharger will stall
will decrease increase increase
the __________.
The engine should be
The thermostatic water
Prior to starting most medium-speed propulsion diesel engines, The expansion tank The fuel filters should be turned over slowly with
14 2041 D regulating valves should
which of the procedures listed should be observed? should be topped off. changed. the indicator cocks
be manually opened.
open.
If you determine that entrained air in the fuel oil system is fuel leakage in the worn gaskets in the loose fittings in the
partially clogged fuel oil
14 2042 D causing a diesel engine to stall, you should first check for injector pump's transfer pump discharge booster fuel pump
discharge strainers
__________. discharge lines lines suction piping
Nothing needs to be
Which of the following procedures should be carried out to Run at reduced speed
Bypass the aftercooler to Switch to diesel fuel and done due to the low
14 2044 B permit the use of a crosshead engine with an inoperable until the cooler can be
operate at sea speed. run at full speed. heating value of heavy
aftercooler? repaired or renewed.
fuel.

In the starting process of a diesel engine, the main object is to

14 2051 D turn the flywheel reduce friction overcome inertia ignite the fuel
attain the compression conditions sufficient to __________.

An increase in the load on a turbocharged diesel engine

brake mean effective
14 2054 D operating at constant speed will result in an increase in exhaust temperature air box pressure all of the above
pressure
__________.

When attempting to restart a warm high-speed engine, which of Higher than normal Higher than normal lube
14 2061 B Excessive fuel use Longer starting periods
the following reactions can you expect? temperatures for start up oil pressure

The high air velocity leaving the compressor element of an

14 2064 C exhaust gas turbocharger is converted to pressure in the inlet nozzle ring turbine wheel blading diffuser passages inlet volute
__________.

Your vessel is about to begin maneuvering, in order to carry out introduced supercharged
used a higher than shifted to a fuel having a shifted to a fuel having a
14 2070 C easy restarting of a large heavy fuel diesel engine that has been air into the starting air
normal cranking speed lower cetane number higher cetane number
stopped for some time, you should have __________. system

Which of the following conditions would cause carbon deposits to Excessive ring
14 2071 D Faulty combustion Over lubrication All of the above
form in the piston ring belt of a diesel engine? temperature
 Air in the fuel lines to the fuel injection nozzles of a diesel engine lower compression overheating without
14 2072 C failure to start a run away without load
will result in __________. pressures smoking
Air delivery is
Each set of lobes is Compression of the air is Air delivery is inversely
Which of the operating characteristics listed is correct concerning approximately
14 2074 C independently driven accomplished in the proportional to engine MO-0082
the blower shown in the illustration? proportional to engine
assuring proper timing. rotor housing. speed.
speed.
Which of the following operating procedures should be carried Take all exhaust Verify proper lube oil Check the water level in
14 2081 C Check the sump oil level.
out immediately after any diesel engine is started? temperature readings. pressure. expansion tank

14 2082 C Air in the fuel can cause __________. high lube oil temperature blue smoke the engine to stop piston seizure

If a diesel engine starts firing, but is unable to come up to normal high exhaust back
14 2091 D insufficient fuel supply faulty governor all of the above
speed, the cause may be __________. pressure

After changing out the fuel filters the diesel engine fails to restart.
14 2092 B low compression air-bound fuel system improper spark change in viscosity
The most probable cause for this condition is a/an __________.

When the load is increased on a turbocharged diesel engine, the lag behind the increased
enter the engine along enter the engine before leave the turbocharger
14 2094 A amount of increased air supplied by the turbocharger will fuel supplied to the
with the increase in fuel the increased fuel supply as a negative pulse
__________. engine
After starting a diesel engine, which of the listed operating
14 2101 B Air box pressure Lube oil pressure Exhaust temperatures Raw water pressure
conditions should be checked FIRST?
Faulty operation of diesel engine fuel injection nozzles can be a excessive fuel nozzle sediment in the fuel distortion of the fuel improper atomization of
14 2102 B
direct cause of __________. holder cooling supply spray pattern the fuel
In a turbocharger, inlet air velocity is increased in the stationary diffuser
14 2104 D inlet nozzle ring compressor outlet volute rotating impeller vanes
__________. passages
While underway, which of the following would be the FIRST step
Manually trip the Interrupt the fuel flow to Disengage the safety Slide the camshaft to the
14 2111 B in reversing a direct reversing large, low-speed, main propulsion,
overspeed device. the engine. interlock. neutral position.
diesel engine?
Dirt in a fuel oil system of a diesel engine can cause overspeeding of the excessive cooling of the
14 2112 D damage to strainers injector damage
__________. engine engine
quantity of air it takes in
proportion of trapped air thermodynamic
The power developed by a large slow-speed main propulsion and retains in the
14 2114 D that is utilized in the efficiency of the engine all of the above
diesel engine is dependent upon the __________. cylinders during a given
combustion process cycle
time period

During maneuvering operations for a direct reversing large, low-

speed, main propulsion diesel engine, which of the following Admission of reversing Securing cylinder
14 2121 B Flywheel inertia The way of the vessel
actions is used to stop the shaft from turning prior to changing start air lubricators
the engine rotation for a vessel with moderate headway?

The most common diesel engine fuel system problems are

14 2122 B incorrect adjustments dirty fuel broken fuel lines excessive vibration
caused by __________.
compression pressure
When a diesel engine is operated at partial load, as compared to combustion pressure on
14 2124 C air quantity aspirated fuel injection pressure on the compression
full load, a decrease will occur in the average __________. the power stroke
stroke
A ship is propelled by a direct reversing large, slow-speed, diesel
properly inflating the air reversing the reduction
14 2131 D engine. One step in reversing the direction of propeller rotation changing the gear ratio reversing the servomotor
operated clutch gears
for this vessel is by __________.
fuel injection system high cylinder lube oil
14 2132 B Diesel engine fuel oil contamination often results in __________. governor malfunctions low intake temperatures
malfunctions temperatures

heavy carbon deposits

A diesel engine should not be operated at low loads for long fuel dilution is increased exhaust valves may be
14 2141 D will buildup on the valves all of the above
periods of time because __________. at low load damaged
and in the exhaust
 The major cause of fuel pump and injection system problems is excessive engine
14 2142 B improper adjustments contaminated fuel kinked fuel lines
__________. vibration

A diesel engine operating at a light load, when compared to

14 2151 A higher less equal directly proportional
operating at heavy load has an air/fuel ratio that is __________.

visual inspection of the the pressure drop across high fuel oil tank increase flow rate from
14 2152 B A dirty fuel oil filter element can be detected by __________.
element the filter temperature the filter
Cylinder scavenging in a turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle, single without cooling the at a pressure below during the valve overlap with only the exhaust
14 2154 C
acting, diesel engine is accomplished __________. pistons or cylinders atmospheric period valve open
Operating a propulsion diesel engine at less than 30% of decreased fuel carbon formation on
more complete cylinder
14 2161 D designed normal load for prolonged periods will result in consumption per brake extended valve life combustion chamber
scavenging
__________. horsepower surfaces
The main source of fuel pump and injection system malfunctions
14 2162 B improper adjustments contaminated fuel coated fuel lines excessive vibration
is __________.
Turbocharged four-stroke/cycle diesel engines utilize valve improving cylinder preheating the reducing air charge
14 2164 A preventing valve wear
overlap for __________. scavenging combustion chamber density
What harmful condition can result if a diesel engine is operated Increased carbon Excessive firing Increased fuel
14 2171 A Burning of intake valves.
at very light loads for long periods of time? buildup. pressures. consumption.
cutting out individual
A faulty injector in one cylinder of an operating diesel engine can checking lube oil
14 2172 A injectors and noting checking cam position using a timing light
be located by __________. temperature
engine performance
high exhaust high exhaust
low exhaust temperature low exhaust temperature
14 2173 D Early injection timing is indicated by __________. temperature and low temperature and high
and low firing pressure and high firing pressure
firing pressure firing pressure

In a turbocharged four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the exhaust produce a scavenging equalize cylinder and alleviate the difference in flush out condensate
14 2174 A valve remains open until after top dead center and the intake effect in the combustion exhaust manifold valve size between the that collects after each
valve opens before top dead center to __________. space pressures intake and exhaust compression stroke

formation of carbon on an increase in lube oil

Operating a diesel engine under light loads and at low high water jacket overheated pistons and
14 2181 A the intake and exhaust viscosity due to fuel
temperatures for an extended period can result in __________. temperatures cylinders
ports dilution
distribution of the fuel
Incorrect timing of the fuel injection system is similar to the metering of the fuel flow control of the rate of fuel control of atomization of
14 2182 B throughout the
effects of poor __________. to the injector injection the fuel
combustion chamber
notify the bridge that you
While maneuvering, you discover heavy smoke coming from the check for an exhaust check the cooling water
14 2191 D check the air filter for dirt are going to shut the
turbocharger casing, you should __________. leak temperature
engine down
A change in the quality of fuel atomization by a diesel engine fuel increase in cylinder reduction in cylinder
14 2192 C increase in engine speed leaking needle valve
injector would be caused by a/an __________. turbulence turbulence

A turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine has a larger

temperature of the energy supplied to the air pressure to the intake purge of exhausted
14 2194 D valve overlap than a naturally aspirated four-stroke/cycle diesel
exhaust gases turbocharger manifold gases from the cylinders
engine, in order to increase the __________.

To add rigidity to the

In the construction of a diesel engine, what is the purpose of end To provide accessibility To add stability to the To make a surface for
14 2201 C block and a surface for
plates? to the cylinder liners. engine block. the base.
attaching other parts.

When fuel enters the crankcase of a diesel engine, it dilutes the lube oil and forms sulfuric acid in the causes pitting and failure causes sludge deposits
14 2202 A
__________. reduces its viscosity lube oil of the bearings on valve stems
 The exhaust ports of a diesel engine using the crossflow reciprocating motion of rotary motion of the reciprocating motion of
14 2204 C developed differential
scavenging method are opened and closed by the __________. exhaust valves camshaft the piston

A large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine is operating at

rated load and speed while the vessel is in calm seas. As the
Ignore this situation as
intensity of the seas increase, the engine speed governor Increase the load limit Decrease the load limit
14 2211 B Increase engine RPM. the engine can handle
maintains the same RPM, although the load indicator indicates setting. setting.
the load increase.
an increase in load beyond its allowable limits. Which of the
following actions should be taken?

A change in the degree of fuel atomization in a diesel engine

14 2212 B air turbulence fuel penetration fuel spray tip angle fuel injection rate
greatly affects the __________.
In a Roots-type rotary blower, the volume of air delivered is brake specific fuel
14 2214 A engine speed engine load brake horsepower
directly proportional to __________. consumption
A safety cover differs from other diesel engine access doors in spring-loaded pressure
14 2221 A handwheel nut-operated clamp large gasket
that it is fitted with a __________. plate
The 'breaking-up' of fuel as it enters a diesel engine cylinder is
14 2222 C airification vaporization atomization gasification
known as __________.
the blower speed is the blower lobes are
On a diesel engine equipped with a Roots-type blower, the turbine speed the air is compressed in
14 2224 C proportional to the lubricated by the engine
__________. depends on engine load the air cleaner
engine speed lube oil
If a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine is overspeeding due to Move the fuel control Block the fuel supply by Shut off the fuel supply
Relieve all pressure in
14 2231 C leakage of lube oil into the cylinders, what should you do to stop mechanism to the no closing the master fuel and block the flow of
the fuel system.
the engine? fuel position. valve. intake air.
The degree of
The greater the The greater the Atomization and
Which of the following statements concerning fuel atomization in atomization has nothing
14 2232 B atomization, the greater atomization, the lesser penetration are one and
a diesel engine cylinder is correct? to do with the degree of
the penetration. the penetration. the same.
penetration.
Screw down on the
If a single cylinder relief valve on a main propulsion diesel engine
Increase the cooling Secure or reduce fuel to pressure adjusting spring Readjust the injection
14 2241 B begins to lift, but it is not possible to secure the engine, which of
water flow to the engine. that cylinder. to decrease popping timing.
the following actions should be taken?
pressure.

change fuel from heavy

act as an emergency to light oil or vice-versa recirculate fuel through
The purpose of the interlocked three-way valve shown in the control the rate of fuel oil
14 2242 C fuel shut off, regardless while insuring that oil is the heater during warm- MO-0058
illustration is to __________. flow to the engines
of the fuel being used returned to the proper up
day tank

Air delivery is
Each set of lobes is Compression of the air is
Which of the operating characteristics listed applies to the Roots- approximately
14 2244 C independently driven, accomplished between All of the above MO-0082
type blower shown in the illustration? proportional to engine
assuring proper timing. the rotors.
speed.

14 2252 D Clogged diesel engine fuel oil filters can cause __________, loss of power misfiring low fuel oil pressure All of the above

Before shutting off the fuel supply to stop a medium or high- To prevent internal To ensure the fuel To let the waste heat
To clear the smoke
14 2261 A speed diesel engine, why is it necessary to allow the engine to damage from local nozzles are flushed boiler reduce it's rate of
stack.
idle for a few minutes? overheating. clean. steam generation.
 maintain a positive
push out exhaust gases force cool air across the charge of fresh air in the
A Roots-type blower installed on some diesel engines, serves to heat the cylinder for
14 2264 B and replace them with radiator, lowering the crankcase thus
__________. hotter compression
fresh air jacket water temperature eliminating the chances
of a crankcase explosion

securing the ignition

14 2271 C A normally operating diesel engine is shutdown by __________. shutting off the air supply overspeeding the engine securing the fuel supply
system

The compression of air in a positive displacement rotary between the rotating between the casing and after the engine reaches as air moves into the
14 2274 D
supercharging blower, occurs only __________. blower lobes blower lobes operating speed discharge passage

The heating steam to the

The temperature of the
preheater should be The heating steam must
When running a large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine The diesel oil must never fuel from the preheater
increased as soon as be secured before the
14 2281 B on heavy fuel, which of the following precautions should be be allowed to mix with should be gradually
the diesel fuel passes diesel oil passes through
observed when switching back over to diesel oil? the heavy fuel. reduced after switching
through the three-way the three-way valve.
over the three-way valve.
valve.

The quantity of air delivered at any given speed by a Roots-type decrease in clearance increase in clearance
increase in air leakage decrease in air leakage
14 2284 B blower, as shown in the illustration, decreases as the pressure between the mating between the mating MO-0082
past the rotors past the rotors
ratio increases. This is due to the __________. lobes lobes

Cylinder linings constructed as an integral part of the block, are They conduct heat They cannot be They require special
14 2291 C They are expensive.
characterized by which of the following disadvantages? poorly. replaced. tools for removal.

In the positive displacement rotary supercharging blower Between the rotating Between the casing and After the engine reaches As air moves into the
14 2294 D MO-0082
illustrated, where does the air become compressed? blower lobes. blower lobes. operating speed. discharge passage.

The main propulsion diesel continues running after you try to stop the combustion air shut off the fuel at the
14 2301 A engage the jacking gear secure the lube oil pump
shut down. You should now attempt to __________. supply day tank
is geared so that air flow
A Roots-type blower installed on a direct reversible engine is engaged only when through the blower is reverses rotation along exhausts to atmosphere
14 2304 C
__________. turning ahead always in the same with the engine when turning astern
direction
make sure the fuel
Before being shut down, a diesel engine should idle a few prevent governor surging prevent pressure buildup prevent damage from
14 2311 D nozzles are flushed
minutes in order to __________. at shutdown in the fuel lines localized overheating
clean
"A" turns
In the rotary blower shown in the illustration, which direction of "A" turns clockwise; "B" Both turn
14 2314 B Both turn clockwise counterclockwise; "B" MO-0082
rotation do the rotors turn? turns counterclockwise counterclockwise
turns clockwise

jam in the least worn break in the most worn wear eccentrically on the overheat and jam at the
Insufficient end clearance on newly fitted piston rings in a diesel
14 2321 A part of the cylinder when part of the cylinder when side opposite the end top center on the
engine will cause the rings to __________.
the rings expand the rings expand gap combustion stroke

The power consumed during the scavenging process of a diesel

14 2324 D compression loss valve loss back pressure loss pumping loss
engine is known as the __________.
compress the rings
If the piston ring gap remains insufficient when installing new hone the cylinder liner to
14 2331 D install oversized rings tighter with a file the ends of the rings
rings, you should __________. allow ring installation
compressing tool
Before installing rings on a diesel engine piston, you should
14 2341 B diametrical tension gap clearance radial thickness face thickness
check the ring __________.
 You are installing new piston rings on a single acting diesel
point of minimum point of maximum point of maximum ring
14 2351 A engine piston. To check the ring gap clearance, the rings should center of the cylinder
cylinder wear cylinder wear wear
be placed at the __________.
The small clearances existing between each of the blower lobes,
prevent blower oil provide adequate blower prevent abnormal air
14 2354 D and between the lobes and casing of a Roots-type blower, must provide for normal timing
leakage lubrication leakage
be maintained to __________.
When the timing gear backlash for a Roots-type blower has renewing both driving shimming and pinning
14 2364 C become excessive, the problem is properly repaired by renewing the drive gear renewing the driven gear and driven gears as a the gears with proper
__________. set backlash
When a diesel engine is operated with a piston ring having a cold
14 2371 A gap clearance less than that recommended by the manufacturer, seize and buckle seat in more slowly slap in the groove stick in the groove
the ring will __________.
Which of the following conditions would require the removal of a
14 2374 D Nicked blades Broken blades Stretched blades All of the above
turbocharger for repair?

Which of the following problems may occur if the clearance

14 2381 D Excessive wear Scuffing of the liner Piston seizure All of the above
between a piston and cylinder liner is insufficient?

Which of the following precautions should be taken when Reduce engine speed to
Soak the dirty filter in Blow out the air inlet with Cover the air inlet after
14 2384 D cleaning the air filter on a diesel engine equipped with a idle before removing the
kerosene only. compressed air. removing the filter.
turbocharger? filter.

A visual inspection of the chrome plated piston compression

14 2391 C rings at the liner ports reveals vertical brown streaks on the face a broken ring normal conditions ring blow-by a leaky fuel injector
of the rings. This condition indicates __________.

Which of the following conditions may contribute to the formation High cylinder oil
14 2394 D Poor combustion Leaking exhaust valves All of the above.
of deposits on the blades of the turbocharger turbine? consumption

An examination of the piston compression rings of an efficiently shiny face and bottom, shiny face, black top, shiny face, bottom, back black face, bottom, back
14 2401 A
operating diesel engine, should appear with a __________. black back and top back and bottom and top and top

Following the failure of one turbocharger on a large, crosshead,

Blank off the exhaust Secure cooling and
main propulsion diesel engine, fitted with multiple turbochargers, Lock the rotor of the
14 2404 D gas inlet to the damaged lubrication to the All of the above.
which of the following actions should be taken prior to further damaged turbocharger.
turbocharger. damaged turbocharger.
operation of the engine?
A bright shiny appearance of the sealing surfaces on diesel insufficient cylinder
14 2411 C combustion gas blow-by excessive lubrication properly functioning rings
engine compression rings indicates __________. cooling
Which of the listed adjustments must be made to a naturally Decrease the amount of
Increase the Increase the exhaust
14 2414 B aspirated four-stroke/cycle diesel engine if a turbocharger is to be Increase the ignition lag. exhaust and intake valve
compression ratio. and intake valve overlap.
installed? overlap.

Visual inspection of chrome-plated piston compression rings

exceeds wear limits
14 2421 C reveals a black ring face at the position of the cylinder liner ports. has a crown-face has excessive blow-by is in good condition
through normal wear
This condition indicates a ring which __________.

smooth surface
The face surface appearance of a shallow groove, stainless
smooth, shallow groved, smooth surface of displaying areas of surface of gradually
14 2431 A steel, chrome plated compression ring should exhibit through its
chrome surface stainless steel stainless steel and deepening grooves
operating life a __________.
chrome
Retard the intake valve Advance the intake valve
Which of the changes in the valve timing listed should be carried Advance the intake and Retard the intake and
opening and advance opening and retard the
14 2434 C out when a naturally aspirated four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is exhaust valve opening exhaust valve closing
the exhaust valve closing exhaust valve closing
converted to a supercharged engine? period. period.
period. periods.
 When inspecting piston rings through the ports of a two-
14 2441 C stroke/cycle diesel engine, black areas on the sealing surfaces insufficient lubrication improper piston cooling blow-by overload operation
are the result of __________.
The intake valve opening The intake valve opening The intake valve opening The intake valve closing
When a naturally aspirated four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is
is advanced and the is unchanged and the is retarded and the is retarded and the
14 2444 A converted for supercharging, which of the following changes must
exhaust valve closing is exhaust valve closing is exhaust valve closing is exhaust valve closing is
be made to the valve timing?
retarded. advanced. advanced. advanced.
Black areas on the sealing surfaces of piston rings indicate gas pressure behind the
14 2451 D lube oil pumping rotating rings passage of hot gases
__________. ring

An increased air A decrease in the air

A decrease in the air
Which condition indicates the air side fouling of an aftercooler on temperature differential Excessive condensate temperature differential
14 2454 D pressure differential
a turbocharged diesel engine? between the cooler inlet forming in the air box. between the cooler inlet
across the cooler.
and outlet. and outlet.

If sludge accumulates on the underside of a diesel engine piston, chemically attack the form an emulsion of lube raise the piston
14 2461 D cause blow-by
it will __________. piston skirt oil and water temperature

Which of the following conditions can cause below normal air Excessive piston blow-by Insufficient cooling water Accumulated water in
14 2464 D Clogged air intake filters.
pressure in the intake manifold of a turbocharged diesel engine? to the manifold. flow. the air boxes.

Which of the conditions listed occurring in a diesel engine would Excessive ring
14 2471 D Faulty combustion Over lubrication All of the above.
cause carbon deposits to develop in the piston ring belt? temperatures

Failure to remove the carbon ridge at the top of the cylinder when damaged upper piston
14 2481 A scored piston walls damaged cylinder liners deformed piston skirts
removing a piston may result in __________. rings and/or ring lands

Which of the following problems can cause an above normal air

Faulty turbocharger Faulty turbocharger Insufficient cooling water
14 2484 C temperature to develop in the intake manifold of a turbocharged Clogged air intake filters
turbine diffuser ring compressor ring flow
and aftercooled diesel engine?
The best tool to use for removing the carbon ridge at the top of
14 2491 B an engine cylinder, prior to removing the piston, is to use an electric grinder a metal scraper a reamer a three-wing hone
__________.
inlaid rings can be
utilized in which the
the cylinder surface is rings with increased
To facilitate early ring seating of newly installed piston rings, a taper faced ring can be chrome center of the
14 2501 A honed to the smoothest back clearance are
while still providing extended ring wear, __________. used ring face slightly
surface attainable provided
protrudes beyond the
cast iron edges
In accordance with Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), which of Thermostatically Thermostatically
Injection of ether into the Heating the starting
14 2503 B the listed starting aids is acceptable for use with the emergency controlled electric water controlled electric oil
air intake. battery.
diesel generator? jacket heater. sump heater.
If the turbocharger of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine fails to
Intake manifold pressure Intake manifold pressure Exhaust temperatures Exhaust temperatures
14 2504 C operate, which of the following statements best describes the
will be high. will be unaffected. will be high. will be low.
probable effect?
A substance found in residual fuels which tends to cause exhaust
14 2505 B carbon vanadium calcium hydrogen
valve corrosion and grooving, is __________.
Open the crankcase Apply fire fighting water Allow the engine to cool Assume that there is no
If a crankcase explosion occurs in a diesel engine, which of the
14 2506 C immediately to check for through the crankcase before opening the damage to the
listed actions should be taken?
damage. breather. crankcase. crankshaft.
 No gap is required to The end gaps should be
Some provision must be exist between the ends staggered on either side
In a two-stroke/cycle
Which of the following statements is true regarding the made in a two- of the ring when cold in a of a piston in a two-
engine, the rings run
14 2511 B installation of piston rings on two-stroke/cycle, diesel engines as stroke/cycle engine to two-stroke/cycle engine, stroke/cycle engine,
hotter, requiring the end
compared to four-stroke/cycle, diesel engines? keep the rings from but a small gap is while staggering is not
gap to be greater.
binding in the ports. required in a four- necessary in a four-
stroke/cycle engine. stroke/cycle engine.

The thermostatic bypass Electrical power to the

Which of the following precautions must be taken if an electric The coolant temperature The pressure cap must
valves must be manually heater must be secured
14 2513 D immersion heater is used to keep the coolant in a diesel engine must be maintained at be removed while the
opened before the if the cooling system is
warm during the time the engine is secured? 180°F. engine is secured.
engine is started. to be drained.

The manufacturer of a particular diesel engine recommends

when running on heavy fuel for the vanadium content not to The vanadium content is The vanadium content is The vanadium content
The vanadium content is
14 2515 C exceed 300 ppm. If there are 10 ounces of vanadium per 3125 slightly above acceptable well within will accelerate cylinder
2 ppm.
pounds of fuel just taken on board, which of the following values. recommended limits. wear.
statements is correct?

increase crankcase increase crank case

If a crankcase explosion occurs in a diesel engine, you should immediately open all allow the engine to cool
14 2516 C exhauster speed to draw scavenge air to remove
stop the engine and __________. crankcase relief ports naturally
cool air into the engine unburned gases

building up the piston

The service life of a worn aluminum piston for an auxiliary diesel, increasing the
turning down the piston knurling the piston skirt skirt with a liquid epoxy
14 2521 B for which no spares are readily available, can be extended by dimensions of the ring
skirt to concentric values surface material and then
__________. land grooves
remachining
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) state that emergency diesel
3 continuous starting 6 consecutive cranking 9 repeated starts under 12 cranking periods of 5
14 2523 B generator starting systems must have sufficient capacity to
sequences cycles load seconds each
provide at least __________.
If the turbocharger failed on an auxiliary diesel engine, which of Full power cannot be The exhaust will contain Complete combustion
14 2524 D All of the above.
the following conditions would probably occur? developed. black smoke. will be impossible.
The desirable properties of a marine fuel oil should include high flash point and high low flash point and high low heating value and high heating value and
14 2525 D
__________. viscosity viscosity high sulphur content low sulphur content
ventilation system
inspection covers should scavenge pump should explosion covers should
If a diesel engine has been stopped because of piston seizure should be continued in
14 2526 A not be opened until the be immediately secured be opened slightly to
due to severe overheating, the crankcase __________. operation for one hour
engine has cooled to prevent loss of lube oil provide extra ventilation
for cooling
Which of the following conditions can result in the cracking of the High lubricating oil Minimal cylinder liner Insufficient ring groove
14 2531 D Dirty lubricating oil
piston lands? temperature wear clearance
Which of the listed devices is the only method allowed by Coast Thermostatically Electric resistance
Bayonet-type electrical Steam or hot water lube
14 2533 C Guard Regulations (46 CFR), to ease the starting of emergency controlled electric water heaters in the air intake
oil heaters. oil heating.
generator engines? jacket heating. manifold.

A sudden power loss from a turbocharged and aftercooled diesel turbocharger malfunction crankcase exhauster overload on the obstruction in the engine
14 2534 A
engine is an indication of a/an __________. or failure overload intercooler cylinders

Heavy fuel oils generally have an upper average ash content of

Glazing of the cylinder Increased exhaust valve
14 2535 B 0.1% by weight. Which of the following conditions could be Excessive bearing wear Increased MEP
liners wear
expected if the ash content increases above this amount?
 If a crankcase explosion has occurred in a diesel engine, and the The sump lube oil The explosion relief The crankcase should
The cylinder indicator
14 2536 D crankcase remains intact, which of the following precautions scavenge pump should valves should be remain unopened until
cocks should be opened.
should be observed? be secured immediately. manually opened. the engine has cooled.

expand excessively
Excessive side clearance between a piston ring and its groove scuff the cylinder liner hammer the piston land hammer the piston land
14 2541 D under operating
will cause the ring to __________. excessively above the ring below the ring
temperatures
using a special fuel
Cold weather starting of a diesel engine may be made easier by decreasing the increasing the starting
14 2543 D having a high ignition heating the jacket water
__________. compression ratio air supply
temperature
A thin film of oil on the lobes of a Roots-type blower indicates excessive cylinder leaking rotor bearing oil
14 2544 D proper lubrication timing out of adjustment
__________. lubrication seals
Corrosion and grooving on the blading of an exhaust driven
turbocharger is caused by certain components of residual fuel
14 2545 D copper carbon hydrogen sulfur
oils. These components are vanadium, sodium, and
__________.
piece #5 will rotate
If a crankcase explosion occurs in a diesel engine equipped with piece #2 will move to the piece #7 will move to the spring #11 will be
14 2546 D counterclockwise as MO-0105
the device shown in the illustration, __________. right left compressed
viewed from the right
compression pressure in combustion gases will
carbon will accumulate piston side thrust will be
14 2551 B If the back clearance of a piston ring is excessive, __________. the cylinder will be penetrate beneath the
behind the ring increased
higher ring land
Starting a large low-speed propulsion diesel engine on diesel fuel
increasing the quantity of increasing the lube oil heating the engine fuel heating the engine
14 2553 D during cold weather conditions, will be made easier by
starting air pressure supply coolant
__________.
the engine to run after
Leaking oil seals on a diesel engine turbocharger can cause
14 2554 D the fuel has been the engine to overspeed a fire all of the above
__________.
secured

increase the ability of the produce corrosion in the

Burning fuel with a high sulfur content in a diesel engine will increase thermal cause clogging of the
14 2555 D engine to start in cold cylinder and exhaust
__________. efficiency fuel system
weather system at low loads

Regulate lube oil Protect the crankcase Utilize exhaust gas Secure the engine in the
14 2556 B What is the purpose of the device shown in the illustration? pressure in a diesel from overpressure in the pressure to supercharge event of dangerous MO-0105
engine. event of explosion. a diesel engine. overspeed.

cylinder liner should

In certain cases, a cylinder liner can be refinished rather than cylinder should be liner surface should have counterbore is slick and
14 2561 C have a glazed
replaced. When properly honed, the __________. cleaned with kerosene a crosshatch pattern smooth
appearance
maintain the proper
help the engine start maintain the proper keep the engine room
14 2563 A Jacket water heaters are used on diesel engines to __________. expansion tank water
easier in cold weather jacket water pH warm
level
Which of the following problems may occur when using fuel oil
14 2565 D Injection lag Lube oil dilution Preignition Corrosion
with a high sulphur content?
shorten the ring break-in prevent cylinder liner
14 2571 B A properly honed diesel engine cylinder liner will __________. prevent piston ring wear appear mirror smooth
period glazing
The consistent burning of fuel oil with a high sulfur content in a clogged fuel injection increased cylinder liner intake valve stem varnish deposit on
14 2575 B
diesel engine will result in __________. pumps wear corrosion pistons
 rotary blower because it
gas driven turbocharger
scavenged air pump operates at close
reciprocating scavenge because it has a wide
The large number of mechanical and pulsating vibrations because it is designed tolerances over a small
pump because of its speed range and high
14 2584 D developed in a diesel engine may damage an attached for steady state range of speeds and
direct linkage to the temperature materials
__________. operation rather than delivers its air charge at
crankshaft that are subject to
pulsating gas load a certain resonant
resonant vibration
frequency

The burning of fuel oil in a diesel engine having a high sodium corrosion and grooving corrosion and gumming salt deposits in the slag deposits in the fuel
14 2585 A
content, will cause __________. of exhaust valves of the fuel injection pump exhaust manifold injection equipment

Uniformly excessive liner Liner wear is distributed

Excessive liner wear Liner wear is normally
Which of the following statements concerning cylinder liner wear wear will not cause wear equally between upper
14 2591 C causes wear between greatest in the middle of
in a single acting diesel engine is correct? on the piston rings and and lower portions of the
piston rings and grooves. the cylinder.
grooves. cylinder.

Diesel engine starting difficulties due to cold intake air increase in starting air increase in lube oil compression expansion
14 2593 D jacket water heater
temperatures, can be overcome by using a/an __________. pressure viscosity device

oil leaking into the

A turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine can overspeed air in the hydraulic high ambient air insufficient piston ring
14 2594 C turbocharger compressor
due to __________. governor temperature blow-by
end
The cetane number rates fuels for diesel engines according to its
14 2595 B antiknock characteristics ignition qualities rates of vaporization viscosity
__________.
Opposite the top ring
Adjacent to the piston Along the lower part of Opposite the oil control
Generally, where should you expect to find the greatest amount shortly after piston travel
14 2601 C skirt when the crank is the liner wall opposite ring when the crank is on
of wear on a cylinder liner? has ended the
on TDC. the oil control ring. bottom dead center.
compression stroke.
In diesel engineering practice, the term used to express the
14 2605 A cetane number octane number ignition index number volatility point
ignition quality of a particular fuel is __________.
effectiveness of
14 2611 D The rate of wear on a cylinder liner depends on the __________. quality of air filtration type of fuel used all of the above
lubrication
When starting a diesel engine at temperatures below 70°F, the reduced by increasing controlled by reducing proportional to the lube eliminated by heating the
14 2613 C
frictional resistance to turning will be __________. lube oil pressure the compression ratio oil viscosity intake air
Increasing exhaust
Which of the following conditions may be attributed to a fouled Decreasing scavenge air Reduction in engine
14 2614 D temperatures before the All of the above
turbocharger compressor inlet screen or filter? pressure. speed.
turbine.
viscosity in Saybolt
14 2615 B The ignition quality of diesel fuel is indicated by its __________. octane number cetane number air fuel ratio
seconds

abnormally high cooling rapid wearing of piston combustion gases in the

14 2621 C A scored diesel engine cylinder liner will cause __________. high firing pressure
water temperature rings cooling water

higher compression
increased moisture increased drag of pressures reached due
Cold weather starting of a diesel engine is more difficult than use of low viscosity oil in
14 2623 C content of inlet air in cold pistons and bearings due to smaller clearances
warm weather starting due to __________. cold weather
weather to increased oil viscosity existing in the engine
during cold weather
 The inertia of the
Exhaust gas back
turbocharger rotor Exhaust gas pumping
Why will a turbocharged diesel engine produce black smoke if Exhaust energy would pressure falls slightly
14 2624 B causes a time lag which losses are increased due
excessive additional load is applied too quickly? draw excess air. due to increased nozzle
delays the turbocharger to turbine windage.
action.
speed increase.

Which of the listed factors will indicate the most about the ability
14 2625 D Viscosity Sulfur content Pour point Cetane number
of a fuel to ignite in a diesel engine?
If the threads on the tappet screw part #14, shown in the replace parts #13 and run a die over the
14 2631 B replace part #14 use a double locknut MO-0027
illustration are worn, you should __________. #14 threads of part #14

If the manufacturer's instructions do not state otherwise, which of

14 2641 A the following number progressions represent the best probable 1 5 3 7 2 6 4 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 4 6 8 1 3 5 7 7 2 3 6 5 8 4 1 MO-0028
order for tightening the head bolts shown in the illustration?

medium-speed, four-
Starting aids, such as glow plugs, are usually installed on large, direct drive diesel diesel engines designed small diesel engines with
14 2643 D stroke/cycle diesel
__________. engines to burn residual fuels electric motor starters
engines

14 2645 D The cetane number of a diesel fuel oil indicates its __________. viscosity acid content heating value ignition quality

Air motors used for starting some auxiliary diesel engines are
14 2653 A vane motors plunger motors gear motors accumulator motors
generally the type known as a/an __________.
The cetane rating of diesel fuel is an indication of the
14 2655 A ignition quality of the fuel calorific value of the fuel flash point of the fuel rate of fuel consumption
__________.
The diesel engine starting motor shown in the illustration, is
14 2663 C electric current hydraulic compression compressed air none of the above MO-0044
actuated by __________.
Excessive scavenging
Which of the following conditions could contribute to the cracking Insufficient heat transfer Blocked cooling water
14 2671 C Leaking seal ring air provided to the
of a diesel engine cylinder head? from the exhaust valves passages to the head
engine

Fluid type starting motors used for starting auxiliary diesel

14 2673 B gear type vane type impeller type accumulator type
engines may either be of the piston type or the __________.

The ignition quality of diesel fuel oil is indicated by the

14 2675 B specific gravity cetane number viscosity calorific valve
__________.

using the paper or

To measure bearing clearances, a special small diameter plastic using a micrometer to accurately measuring directly measuring the
cardboard gauge printed
rod (plasti-gage) is placed between the crankshaft journal and determine the thickness the elongation of the width of the flattened
14 2681 D on the plastic rod
the connecting rod bearing shell. The actual reading is obtained of the crushed plastic plastic rod along the plastic rod with a vernier
package to measure the
by __________. rod bearing surface caliper
flattened width

Which of the listed devices is often clutched to the flywheel of

14 2683 D small and medium size diesel engines for the purpose of Magneto Electric generator Electronic SCR Air motor
starting?
The ignition quality of a diesel fuel is indicated by the
14 2685 A cetane number volatility point viscosity index octane number
__________.
To determine the main bearing clearance of a propulsion diesel
engine, you should measure the main bearing shell using a ball
14 2691 D telescoping gauge ring 'snap' gauge inside vernier caliper outside micrometer
anvil outside micrometer and measure the crankshaft journal
using a/an __________.
Which internal combustion engine starting system uses a vane
14 2693 C Jet flow Electric Compressed air Centrifugal
type fluid motor?
 The cetane number is an Ignition lag is reduced The cetane number is of
Which of the following represents the significance the fuel oil The cetane number has
14 2695 C indication of the fuel's with fuels having a high little significance in the
cetane number? no affect on injection lag.
viscosity. cetane number. combustion process.

On a large low-speed main propulsion diesel engine, lower main

14 2701 C dial indicator outside caliper bridge gage tram rod
bearing wear is usually measured by using a/an __________.

An air starting motor for a diesel engine is protected from an electric solenoid a three-way automatic
14 2703 C an overrunning clutch all of the above MO-0044
overspeeding by __________. interlock valve
indicates the amount of affects the compression
The ignition quality of a fuel oil is an important operational affects the starting ability determines the amount
14 2705 B abrasive material in the ratio of an operating
consideration because it __________. of a cold engine of fuel penetration
fuel engine
Which of the devices is commonly used in measuring the
14 2711 A clearances between the main engine bearings and the Plasti-gage Depth gage Copper shims Wooden gaging pegs
crankshaft?
In addition to a main engine driven starting air compressor,
provide air for engine provide air for engine supply a backup source supply the independent
14 2713 C another air compressor, driven by a separate power source, is
scavenging supercharging of starting air source of reversing air
installed to __________.
improved cold weather excessive fuel oil smoother engine
14 2715 B Fuel oil having a low cetane rating could result in __________. reduced ignition lag
starting consumption operation
To determine the main bearing clearances in a diesel engine, you an anvil faced
14 2721 C a depth micrometer plasti-gage a vernier caliper
should use __________. micrometer

The starting air supply for a diesel engine is generally produced exhaust powered Roots-type blower air centrifugal air multistage reciprocating
14 2723 D
by a/an __________. turbocharger pump compressor air compressor

The cetane number The cetane number is an Ignition lag is reduced The cetane number is of
Which of the following statements is true concerning the cetane
14 2725 C affects the amount of indication of the fuel's with fuels having a high little significance in the
number of diesel fuel?
injection lag. viscosity. cetane number. combustion process.

14 2733 B Where is the charge for an air starting system stored? Air compressor Pressurized tank Distributor assembly Cylinder check valve
The cetane number is
obtained by comparing The higher the cetane
Which of the following statements is true concerning the cetane The highest cetane
14 2735 D the fuel with cetane, a number, the shorter the All of the above.
number rating of diesel fuel? number of fuel is 100.
colorless liquid ignition lag.
hydrocarbon.

The insertion of shims between the foot of a marine type increased compression decreased compression increased bearing decreased bearing
14 2741 A
connecting rod and a bearing box would result in __________. ratio ratio clearance clearance

Intercoolers installed on starting air compressors, reduce the dust entering the first
14 2743 B lube oil carbonization discharge pulsations interstage vapor lock
possibility of __________. stage

The longer the ignition delay period resulting from improper use less fuel will enter the higher the cylinder more complete the fuel more rapid the rise in
14 2745 D
of low cetane fuel, the __________. cylinder combustion temperature combustion combustion pressure

Which of the following operating conditions can occur when

Decreased connecting Increased connecting Decreased compression Increased compression
14 2751 C shims are removed from the joint between the foot of a marine
rod bearing clearance rod bearing clearance ratio ratio
type diesel engine connecting rod and the bearing box?

A two-stroke/cycle diesel engine requires less starting air than a operates with scavenge operates without energy
has little or no internal has a lower effective
14 2753 D four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, of equal displacement, because air under a positive absorbing intake and
friction compression ratio
the two-stroke/cycle diesel engine __________. pressure exhaust strokes
 With respect to diesel fuel, the ease with which a cold engine will high heating value of the amount of carbon internal flow resistance
14 2755 A ignition quality of the fuel
start is dependent upon the __________. fuel residue after combustion in the injectors

increase on
Worn main bearings will cause the compression ratio of an
14 2761 B increase decrease remain the same compression; decrease
auxiliary diesel engine to __________.
on expansion

Starting systems for large, low-speed, direct reversing, main

14 2763 C hydraulic starting motor electric starting motor direct air admission vane type air motors
propulsion diesel engines are usually __________.

A mixture of 45% cetane and 55% alpha-methyl-naphthalene is

14 2765 B found to have the same ignition delay as a sample of diesel oil. cetane number of 55 cetane number of 45 octane number of 55 octane number of 45
The sample can be described as having a/an __________.

insert shims between the

In a large, low-speed diesel engine the clearance between the
build up the piston crown build up the cylinder crankpin bearing box install a thinner head
14 2771 C piston crown and cylinder head is found to be excessive. In order
by metal spraying head by metal spraying and the connecting rod gasket
to correct for this, you should __________.
foot
Which of the listed types of starting systems is often used on
14 2773 C large, low-speed, direct reversing, main propulsion diesel Electric Hydraulic Air All of the above
engines?
An acceptable method of measuring for the correct rotational
14 2780 A force applied to the connecting rod and main bearing bolts, is to torque wrench monkey wrench pipe wrench slugging wrench
use a __________.
Which of the following relationships exist between the Higher compression Higher temperatures Lower temperatures Higher compression
14 2781 A temperature developed in a combustion space, and the ratios create higher create higher create higher ratios create lower
compression ratio of the engine? temperature. compression ratios. compression ratios. temperatures.
During normal engine
When starting, the air When starting air is running, the air starting
Which of the following statements is true concerning the air The air starting valve is
14 2783 C starting valve is held secured, the air starting valve opens and closes MO-0046
starting valve, labeled "III", as shown in the illustration? opened by cam action.
open by air pressure. valve is closed. constantly due to cam
action.

a higher cetane number the diesel fuel used mechanical rigidity in the a decrease in the fuel
14 2785 B Injection lag in a diesel engine may be caused by __________.
of fuel oil having a high viscosity lube pump mechanism pump delivery pressure

Abnormal crankpin bearing and piston skirt surface wear indicate a clogged connecting rod incorrect connecting rod high cylinder firing
14 2791 C a restricted air intake
__________. oil passage alignment temperatures
Which of the following statements describes the operational The valve will lift Full valve opening will The valve will reseat The valve gear will not
14 2793 A MO-0045
characteristics of figure "B" in the illustration? abruptly. occur slowly. abruptly. bounce.
compressibility of the scored plunger and
14 2795 A Diesel engine injection lag is caused by __________. high fuel oil supply flow excessive air turbulence
fuel barrel packing

The pilot valves in an air pilot starting system for a two-

quick opening main air individual cam for each
14 2803 D stroke/cycle, direct-reversing, main propulsion diesel engine are regulator valve pilot air start check valve
valve pilot valve
operated by either a ported distributor disc or a/an __________.

Fuel oil injected into the cylinder of a diesel engine just after the
14 2805 C increase engine power increase engine load decrease engine power improve fuel economy
piston passes top dead center, will __________.

Diesel engine crankshaft deflection readings are generally taken removed each time the
placed as near the left in place for all four reset to zero for all four
14 2811 C at four crank positions. Good engineering practice requires the crankshaft is
crankpin axis as possible readings readings
deflection gage or indicator to be __________. repositioned
 The four cams shown in the illustration are in position with their
14 2813 B respective pistons at top dead center. Which of the cams is the A B C D MO-0045
air starting cam?
Heat for igniting the fuel oil in the cylinder of a diesel engine is electronic ignition compression of air by
14 2815 B friction in the fuel injector fuel oil heating system
generated by the __________. system the piston

laying a straight edge measuring the crank rotating the crankshaft

taking micrometer
across the crank webs at drop on either side of through one revolution,
readings between the
One method of determining crankshaft misalignment is by the crankpin and each crank throw while pausing each 90° of
14 2821 D crank cheeks opposite
__________. measuring the distance the crankshaft is slowly rotation to measure
the crankpin every 90° of
to the crankpin in two rotated through one bearing clearances, top
crank angle rotation
places revolution and bottom

Gradual lift with a short Abrupt lift giving full Gradual lift giving full
Cams used to activate mechanically operated air starting valves Abrupt lift with a short
fully open period, and valve opening for a long valve opening for a long
14 2823 C on four-stroke/cycle diesel engines should have which of the open period, and abrupt
accelerated valve period, with gradual period, with gradual
valve lift profiles listed? valve seating.
closing. valve seating. valve seating.

The minimum fuel oil delivery pressure required for diesel engine degree of cylinder air firing pressure in the quality of fuel to be duration of the ignition
14 2825 B
injection depends primarily on the __________. turbulence engine injected delay period
Dial type outside Dial type inside
14 2831 C Which instrument is used to take crankshaft deflection readings? Web inflection gage Gage block
micrometer micrometer
The timing of diesel engine air starting valves is controlled by the air start valve timing individual cams and an air manifold poppet
14 2833 C a cylinder check valve
__________. gears and rods valve gear valve
Exhaust events starting Exhaust events lasting
On an opposed-piston engine lower crank lead can be adjusted Longer combustion Higher combustion
14 2840 B before scavenging longer than scavenging
to change which of the listed operating conditions? events. temperatures.
events. events.
Exhaust valve timing for the engine, shown in the illustration, is
to be set at 106° after top dead center. To what position should
14 2841 A 61° 209° 315° 360° MO-0039
the flywheel be rotated to set the exhaust valve timing on the #11
cylinder?
individual cams and
14 2843 D Diesel engine air start valve timing is controlled by __________. engine operating speed an air manifold a hydraulic distributor
valve gear

In the cylinder of a diesel engine, fuel is ignited by the spark from a plug in the electrical discharge from heat of compression heat from the fuel
14 2845 C
__________. precombustion chamber the distributor within the cylinder injection nozzle

If there is a 'clicking' sound in the valve compartment of a diesel worn connecting rod
14 2851 B a worn wrist pin excessive valve lash all of the above
engine, the cause may be __________. bearings
During the starting of a diesel engine, compression gases are
individual distribution cylinder air starting high pressure in the
14 2853 C prevented from backing into the air starting system, shown in the air starting control valve MO-0046
valves check valves starting air manifold
illustration, by the __________.
A loud clicking noise from the valve compartment of an operating excessive valve
14 2861 C worn valve seats worn main bearings weak rocker arm springs
diesel engine would indicate __________. clearance
Excessively worn, or polished ends on a diesel engine valve excessive spring
14 2871 C burned exhaust valves spring surge worn valve seats
spring, indicate __________. compression

14 2873 C The items, shown in the illustration, labeled "P" are __________. water cooling valves cylinder quill lubricators air check valves diffuser vanes MO-0003

When a hydraulic valve lifter is on the base circle of the cam,

14 2881 B valve spring plunger spring oil pressure rocker arm
'zero' valve lash is maintained by the __________.
What type of valve, shown in the illustration, is indicated by the
14 2883 A Air start check valve Air start valve Reversing air valve Pilot air valve MO-0046
letter "I"?
 Fuel oil day tanks for diesel engines must be checked and
14 2885 D sludge water micro-organism growth all of the above
cleaned at regular intervals in order to remove __________.

Small cracks in the crankshaft bearing surface of a diesel engine

14 2891 D corrosion fretting insufficient lubrication abnormal wear fatigue failure
are an indication of __________.
Which type of diesel engine air start system is shown in the Direct mechanical type
14 2893 B Direct mechanical type Pilot operated type Distributor type MO-0046
illustration? with check valve
Which of the listed pumps, shown in the illustration, discharges
Centrifuge transfer and
14 2895 B directly to the fuel oil settling tanks of a diesel engine main Booster pump Transfer pump Auxiliary bilge pump MO-0058
discharge pumps
propulsion plant?
The trouble most commonly experienced with the cam follower improper valve
14 2901 A wear misalignment loose-lock pins MO-0027
part #7, shown in the illustration is __________. adjustment

Which of the following methods is used to prevent throttling of Holding the valve open Increasing the starting Opening the starting air Reducing the starting air
14 2903 C
compressed air through the diesel engine air starting valves? for a long period air pressure used valve quickly valve size

The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the

14 2905 D vent line overflow line feed line sounding tube
__________.

An eight cylinder, four stroke/cycle, single acting diesel engine

has a 650 mm bore and a 1400 mm stroke. What will be the
14 2911 B 1689 kW 9,111 kW 12,388 kW 24,776 kW
developed indicated metric horsepower if the average mean
effective pressure is 30 kg/cm2 at a speed of 100 RPM?

air pressure on the

Starting air check valves are held firmly on their seats by cam rollers on the air pressure on top of the
14 2913 B spring force bottom of the valve
__________. camshaft valve differential piston
differential piston
Fuel oil is regularly transferred to the day tank in order to allow impurities to settle allow air to escape from make fuel available for
14 2915 D all of the above
__________. out of the fuel the fuel immediate use
Following an overhaul of a crosshead type diesel engine, the
engine is jacked over with the turning gear as part of the pre- Ensure proper cylinder Open all air space drain
14 2921 D Open all indicator valves. All of the above.
start procedure. Which of the listed pre-start procedures should lube oil flow. cocks.
be carried out?

14 2923 B The valve shown in the illustration is opened by __________. a rocker arm air pressure a pilot piston a cam follower MO-0107

If water is found in the crankcase of a diesel engine, the cause a leaky cylinder head
14 2931 D a cracked cylinder head a cracked cylinder liner all of the above
may be due to __________. gasket
A six-cylinder, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is fitted with a
the same as engine
14 2933 A rotary distributor type air starting system. The speed of the one-half engine speed twice engine speed four times engine speed
speed
rotating distributor disc is __________.

Standby, or emergency diesel generator day tanks should always moisture formation from inadequate transfer
14 2935 C sediment contamination fuel filter clogging
be kept full to reduce the possibility of __________. condensation pump suction head

Demulsifying lube oil Condensation from

Through the crankcase As water vapor
14 2941 B How does water enter the crankcase of a diesel engine? passing through the vapor formed in the
exhauster. contained in blow-by.
main bearings. expansion tank.
An accumulator used in a hydraulic starting system is generally pump and the storage tank and the starting motor and the pump and the starting
14 2943 D
located between the __________. compressor pump reserve tank motor
The diesel engine shown in the illustration has the highest fuel
14 2945 A E X Y Z MO-0003
pressure developed in the part labeled __________.
The device used to store a charged pressure for an hydraulic
14 2953 D reservoir hand pump accelerator accumulator
starting system is called the __________.
Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed
14 2955 A Sludge Diesel fuel Lube oil Gasoline
from fuel oil by centrifuging?
 Water accumulating in the crankcase of a diesel engine could excessive water in the excessive moisture in
14 2961 A a cracked cylinder liner a leaking intercooler
indicate __________. fuel the scavenge air

Hand pump charging of

Reservoir "A" maintains The right end of the This system cannot the system is possible,
Which of the following statements is true concerning the
14 2963 B pressure on the accumulator "E" is operate at temperatures but a minimum of 20 MO-0049
hydraulic starting system shown in the illustration?
accumulator "E". charged with nitrogen. below 32°F. minutes is required for
hand charging.

One engine manufacturer recommends heavy fuel oil should not

operation within the
be heated above 80°C to 95°C (176°F to 203°F) before flattening of the bowl excessive purifier
14 2965 B explosive range of the excessive oil viscosity
purification. This upper limit should be observed to ensure neoprene O-rings operating pressures
fuel
against __________.
Excessive valve clearance will cause a valve to open
14 2971 C early and close early early and close late late and close early late and close late
__________.
In a hydraulic starting system, oil to the starting motor flows from
14 2973 A accumulator reservoir hand pump electric pump
the __________.
On board supply vessels, a centrifuge is normally used to purify
14 2975 B cooling water fuel oil sea water diesel intake air
__________.

What will cause valve stem blow-by to the valve section shown in A cracked lower spring Worn, broken or stuck Damaged rubber rings Defective rubber seal
14 2981 D MO-0030
the illustration? plate. compression rings. on the valve seat insert. rings in the valve guides.

The accumulator shown in the illustration can be charged by the

14 2983 A hand pump cranking motor reservoir pump starter control valve MO-0049
__________.
The most effective method in removing water from diesel fuel oil
14 2985 A centrifuging the fuel using it in the engine heating the fuel tanks straining the fuel
is by __________.
In a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, piston blow-by can result in exhaust manifold
14 2991 A crankcase pressure compression pressure scavenge air pressure
increased __________. pressure
The diesel engine starter least likely to be affected by low electric (battery) starting gasoline engine starter
14 2993 A hydraulic starting system glow plug starter
ambient temperatures, is the __________. system system
Diesel engine piston ring blow-by is usually caused by excessive
14 3001 C back side gap bottom
ring clearance at the ring __________.

During diesel engine warm-up, which type of valve lash adjuster

14 3002 B Mechanical Hydraulic Pneumatic Electrical
listed allows for the change in length of the exhaust valves?

hydraulic systems turn

hydraulic starters are the the system does not
Hydraulic starters are installed on many lifeboat diesel engines diesel engines at higher the system can be
14 3003 D least expensive of all require high pressure
instead of comparable air start systems, because __________. rates of speed than air manually recharged
starting systems piping
starters
Which of the bearings listed below is most widely used for the
Poured babbitt, self-
14 3004 D main and connecting rod bearings of a modern high-speed diesel Steel-lined Split roller Precision insert
aligning
engine?
For optimum results, centrifugal purification of heavy fuel oil
14 3005 A should be accomplished with the fuel at the lowest practicable throughput additive percent cetane number TBN number
__________.
Which of the tanks, shown in the illustration, supplies fuel to the
14 3006 A Light fuel oil service tank Light fuel oil settling tank Light fuel oil boiler tank Light fuel oil booster tank MO-0058
emergency generator?
In a diesel engine, blow-by is generally the result of worn
14 3011 D valve guides oil control rings valve seats compression rings
__________.
The valve stem expansion associated with engine warm-up is
14 3012 C valve springs hydraulic governor valve lash adjusters cooling system
allowed for by the __________.
Which of the bearing types listed is commonly used for main Precision-type with Poured-type consisting Replaceable precision-
14 3014 D Poured-type with shims
bearings in small internal combustion engines? shims of babbitt type
 Heavy residual fuel oils are heated prior to centrifuging to separate fuel from lube
14 3015 D reduce fuel weight increase specific gravity reduce fuel viscosity
__________. oil
high exhaust
14 3021 C One cause of diesel engine piston ring blow-by is __________. reduced scavenging excessive lubrication floating piston pins
temperatures
Bearing clearances in small high-speed diesel engines should be
14 3024 B gage blocks plasti-gage feeler gage round solder wire
measured with __________.

14 3025 A Which of the types of motors listed is used in a hydraulic starter? Piston Gear Turbine Centrifugal

Diesel engine 'blow-by' into the crankcase is caused by

14 3031 C back clearance side clearance gap clearance taper clearance
excessive ring __________.

two exhaust valves to be the exhaust valves to be

positive closing action of positive rotation of the
14 3032 A The valve bridge, illustrated, allows for __________. operated from one lubricated through an MO-0019
the exhaust valves exhaust valves
rocker arm internal lube oil passage

Which type of motor listed is most commonly used in hydraulic

14 3033 B Turbine Axial Piston Hypoid Gear Centrifugal
starting systems for diesel engines?

14 3034 B The part labeled "F" shown in the illustration, is the __________. connecting rod cap bearing shell halves connecting rod bushing piston pin bushing MO-0040

A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following

14 3035 B Gasoline Water Lubricating oil Sulphur compounds
contaminants from fuel oil?

The lash adjuster The bridge spring

The exhaust valves are maintains zero lash The ball check is always applies pressure to
Which operating characteristic is indicated in the valve bridge
14 3042 B closed by the action of between the end of the seated when the exhaust maintain contact MO-0019
and hydraulic lash adjuster assembly shown in the illustration?
the bridge spring. valve stem and the valve valve is closed. between the plunger and
bridge. the exhaust valve.

When an engine fitted with a hydraulic starting system starts up, the pivoting of the shaft
the immediate increase closing the starting
14 3043 B the starter is protected from the higher speed of the engine by the overrunning clutch from being engaged with
in hydraulic pressure check valves
__________. the flywheel

If fuel oil were being discharged from the waste water outlet of a
remove the discharge slow the centrifuge to its install an additional
14 3045 B fuel oil disk type centrifuge, operated as a separator, you should reprime the purifier
ring proper speed discharge ring
__________.
In a diesel engine, blow-by is a result of combustion gases
14 3051 B wrist pin bushings compression rings cylinder liner seals cylinder liner sealing ring
leaking into the crankcase past the __________.

Both exhaust valves are

The engine head is fitted
Which of the following statements is true concerning the diesel operated simultaneously Valve lash is
14 3052 D with replaceable valve All of the above. MO-0013
engine valve gear shown in the illustration? from one rocker arm by mechanically adjusted.
seats.
a valve bridge.

In a Bendix starter drive, the initiation of pinion engagement with starter drive shaft
14 3053 B Bendix spring pressure a differential spring solenoid throw out action
the flywheel ring gear is by __________. rotation

The camshaft rotates at The exhaust valve cam Fuel pump camshafts
Which of the following mechanisms is a feature of the standby The pistons ride in dry-
14 3054 D the same speed as the follower is located below are located on each side MO-0005
diesel engine shown in the illustration? type cylinder liners.
crankshaft. the camshaft. of the engine.

more sealing water is the cover clamp needs the purifier has a bad water is discharged from
14 3055 C A centrifugal fuel oil purifier should be shut down if __________.
needed tightening vibration when started the overflow line
Diesel engine blow-by is the leakage of combustion gases past compression and cylinder liner ring
14 3061 B oil rings only cylinder liner sealings
the __________. scraper rings grooves
 In a starting motor equipped with a Bendix drive, the pinion
the threaded sleeve's
14 3063 B moves and meshes with the flywheel ring gear due to the mechanical linkage centrifugal force electromotive force
relative rotation
__________.
The camshaft on a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is used to
14 3064 D fuel injectors exhaust valves intake valves all of the above
operate the __________.
purifier will act as a oil will be lost through oil solids will be
If the bowl of a disk type centrifugal purifier when operated as a oil has a tendency to
14 3065 C clarifier at the discharge the water discharge deposited only at the
separator is not primed, the __________. emulsify in the bowl
ring ports intermediate top disk
In large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engines, piston ring
14 3071 C top of the ring groove back of the ring groove bottom of the ring groove piston ring end clearance
groove wear usually occurs at the __________.
Dual sets of valve Valve lash is
Both exhaust valves are
Which of the following statements is true concerning the cylinder Both exhaust valves are springs are used for mechanically adjusted at
14 3072 D opened simultaneously MO-0013
head and valve assembly of the diesel engine illustrated? oil cooled. each valve to reduce the top end of the push
by the valve bridge.
valve bounce. rod.
The device used to engage a diesel engine starting motor with automatic follow-up muff coupling and solenoid pinion-shift friction clutch
14 3073 C MO-0051
the flywheel ring gear is the __________. mechanism release mechanism mechanism mechanism

The camshaft rotates at The cam follower for the The fuel pump stroke is The valve lash is
Which of the mechanical operations listed can be determined
14 3074 A one half the engine fuel pump is located manually adjusted by mechanically adjusted MO-0005
about the standby diesel engine shown in the illustration?
speed. above the camshaft. rotating piece K. by rotating piece E.

A diesel engine cylinder head can crack as a result of heat transfer from restricted cooling
14 3081 C a leaking seal ring overheated intake valves
__________. exhaust valves passages
The top piston rings are
The camshaft rotates at The valve spring shown
Which of the following statements is true concerning the standby Turbulence is provided prevented from
14 3082 C the same speed as the is under additional MO-0007
diesel engine shown in the illustration? by the air intake ports. overheating by a heat
crankshaft. compression.
dam.
In the illustration, pieces #31 and #29, have 16 and 55 teeth
respectively. In order to start the engine, the Bendix drive must
14 3083 C 872.72 RPM 5516.3 RPM 10312.5 RPM 26400 RPM MO-0044
turn 3000 RPM. Therefore, the air motor assembly must rotate at
__________.

the camshaft is located the rocker arms are two or more valves must
The use of push rods becomes necessary in a diesel engine hydraulic valve lash
14 3084 A some distance below the pivoted near their be opened and closed at
when __________. adjusters are used
valve gear centers the same time

If diesel fuel was discharging from the waste water outlet of a

remove the discharge slow the purifier to its put in an additional
14 3085 A disk type centrifugal purifier operating as a separator you should reprime the purifier
ring proper speed discharge ring
__________.
The ring lands on a large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel insufficient cylinder liner contaminated lubricating high main lubricating oil insufficient ring groove
14 3091 D
engine piston may crack due to __________. wear oil system temperature clearance
Which of the listed design features is found in an exhaust valve Hard alloy steel Beveled edges on the Low alloy steel
14 3092 A Poppet type design
and NOT in an intake valve? construction valve head construction
The Bendix drive on the starting motor illustrated is indicated by
14 3093 D 30 45 52 53 MO-0044
piece number __________.
In an auxiliary diesel engine, the reason for knurling the piston
14 3094 A improve skirt lubrication allow for expansion transmit forces evenly improve the piston seal
skirt is to __________.
The quantity of water to
Which factor determines the ring dam size for a fuel oil, tubular The specific gravity of The quantity of dirt to be
14 3095 C The viscosity of the fuel. be removed from the
bowl type, centrifugal purifier? the fuel. removed from the fuel.
fuel.
 the underside of the
piston crown being
excessive piston to liner
14 3101 D Cracking of a diesel piston crown can result from __________. excessively dirty, faulty nozzle spray all of the above
clearance
lowering the rate of heat
transfer

provide added wear reduce the overall weight

increase overall valve assist in dissipating heat
Many diesel engine exhaust valves are being constructed with protection against of the valve thus helping
14 3102 C strength due to the high due to the extreme
hollow stems filled with sodium in order to __________. today's corrosive quality eliminate valve spring
gas pressures operating temperatures
of fuel surge and hammering

Marine auxiliary diesel engine starters utilizing Bendix drive gear explosive cartridge
14 3103 A hydraulic starting motors inertial flywheel motors compound gear motors
are powered by an electric starting motor or __________. motors

In a diesel engine, which type of wrist pin uses bearings in the

14 3104 A piston bosses, but is fixed to the small end of the connecting Semi-floating Full floating Solid Fixed
rod?
Poor quality fuel being used in a turbocharged medium-speed, excessive fuel
14 3105 D hard starting loss of power all of the above
diesel engine could result in __________. consumption
a breakdown of the lube
If clearance between a piston and the cylinder wall is excessive, worn piston boss piston fluctuating gas pressure
14 3111 A alternation of side thrust oil film on the cylinder
piston slap will occur. The slap itself is caused by __________. pin bearings in the combustion space
wall
the self-centering action
the stem and heads are
low-alloy steel is used a replaceable valve disk comes from motion of
14 3112 A A built-up exhaust valve is one in which __________. made of different
throughout is welded to the head the valve stem in the
material
guide

The diesel engine starting motor, shown in the illustration, utilizes single phase 110 volt
14 3113 B Bendix-drive overrunning clutch drive hydraulic shift drive MO-0051
which of the following types of drive/clutch mechanisms? induction

The piston is free to

Which of the following statements is correct concerning the The piston has a heat The piston pin is bolted
14 3114 D rotate on the carrier All of the above. MO-0011
connecting rod and piston assembly shown in the illustration? dam. to the connecting rod.
thrust washer.

14 3115 B Brake specific fuel consumption is given in units of __________. DEMA lbs/bhp-hr BTU/lb PLAN

Liner wear is distributed Excessive, but uniform

Excessive liner wear Liner wear is normally
Which of the following statements concerning cylinder liner wear equally between the liner wear will not cause
14 3121 B causes wear between greatest in the middle of
is true? upper and lower portions wear between piston ring
piston ring and groove. the cylinder.
of the cylinder. and groove.

Valve rotators are commonly used on which of the listed diesel

14 3122 C Air starting Cylinder relief Exhaust Blowdown
engine cylinder head valves?
To reduce the weight of the reciprocating parts, pistons of high-
less piston slap and increased crankshaft slightly greater piston decreased side
14 3124 C speed engines are made considerably shorter. This results in
quieter running bearing wear wear pressures
__________.
When comparing different fuels for different engines, the ignition
the amount of lube oil injection pressures
14 3125 D quality of the fuel oil becomes a less critical consideration as piston speeds increase engine speeds decrease
additives increase decrease
__________.
Scuffed cylinder liner surfaces in a diesel engine can result from operating an overheated using scuff resistant
14 3131 C starting the engine hot knurling the piston skirt
__________. engine piston rings

The pinion of an electric starting motor used with a diesel engine muff coupling and Bendix drive or similar
14 3133 D automatic follow-up friction-type clutch
engages the flywheel ring gear by a/an __________. release mechanism
 The adverse effects of burning high sulfur fuel can be
floc point depressive
14 3135 C compensated for by using a cylinder oil having sufficient dispersant additives alkalinity ignition quality
additives
__________.

Wear is usually greatest at the top of the cylinder bore of a diesel skirt making the greatest highest pressures being tremendous acceleration
14 3141 C side thrust
engine due to the __________. amount of contact exerted rate

A turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine has a larger

temperature of the energy supplied to the air pressure to the intake cooling effect on the
14 3142 D valve overlap than a naturally aspirated, four-stroke/cycle diesel
exhaust gases turbocharger manifold exhaust valves
engine in order to increase the __________.

will carry a 100% require a current/voltage will overheat if operated

Electric starting motors for diesel engines require high current for require a generator as a
14 3143 B overload for a brief regulator for proper continuously over 10
operation and __________. source of power
period operation seconds

at the base of the piston inside the cylinder liner

14 3144 B Piston cooling fins are located __________. atop the piston crown beneath the piston crown
skirt cooling water jacket

If the oil scraper ring drain hole in a diesel engine piston oil consumption will oil consumption will the ring will immediately
14 3151 C blow-by will decrease
becomes plugged, __________. decrease increase seize and buckle

The exhaust ports shown in the illustration are identified with the
14 3152 B B Q T U MO-0003
letter '____'.
400 cycle per second low amp, high voltage
14 3153 D Auxiliary diesel engine electric starting motors use __________. alternating current direct current
motor-generators AC

keep piston crown reduce the possibility of help retain the heat of help retain the heat of
Many cast iron pistons are designed with heat dams, which serve
14 3154 B temperatures elevated overheating the top compression to prevent compression to prevent
to __________.
for smoother combustion compression ring ignition delay combustion knock

The oil control rings will The piston will overheat Light brown smoke will
If the piston groove drain holes for the oil control rings become Excessive oil will remain
14 3161 C seat improperly and due to insufficient emanate from the engine
clogged, which of the following is likely to occur? on the cylinder wall.
wear rapidly. lubrication. exhaust.
of equal importance in a
most critical in a four-
most critical in a four- most critical in a two- two-stroke/cycle diesel
During the process of cylinder scavenging, the size of the stroke/cycle diesel
14 3162 B stroke/cycle diesel stroke/cycle diesel engine as in a four-
exhaust valve opening is __________. engine if it is
engine engine stroke/cycle diesel
turbocharged
engine

Diesel engine electric starting motors generally require heavier

lower starting higher compression
14 3163 D duty motors and operate at higher voltages than comparable higher speed required flywheel effect
temperatures pressures
starting motors for gasoline engines due to __________.

Heavy fuel oil used in the system shown in the illustration, will at the transfer pump at the main engine fuel
14 3165 D in the settling tank in the three-way valve MO-0058
have the lowest viscosity __________. discharge oil header

If the compression rings on a diesel engine piston become stuck excessive ring
14 3171 B excessive ring action improper ring rotation excessive ring face wear
in the ring groove, the cause may be due to __________. temperature

increase back pressure facilitate periodic reduce the pumping loss

Exhaust valve openings in a two-cycle diesel engine cylinder reduce tension on valve
14 3172 C during the exhaust replacement of the associated with
head are made as large as practical to __________. springs
process valves scavenging
need a current-voltage will overheat if operated will carry a 100%
Electric starting motors for diesel engines require high current for have a generator as a
14 3173 D regulator for proper continuously over ten overload for a brief
their operation. As a result of this, they __________. source of power
operation seconds period
 the same size as the
Cold clearances between the skirt of an aluminum piston and the twice as large as with a the same size as with a half as large as with a
14 3174 A crown of an aluminum
cylinder liner is about __________. cast iron piston cast iron piston cast iron piston
piston

Improperly fitted piston rings in a diesel engine can cause excessive lube oil lower than normal lube higher than normal excessive crankshaft
14 3181 A
__________. consumption oil temperature exhaust back pressure end play

Exhaust gases are generally removed from the cylinders of a two-

14 3182 D natural aspiration masked intake valves air cells scavenging air
stroke/cycle diesel engine by __________.

When piloted by a small amount of control air, the pneumatic

relay valves, shown in the illustration, will provide a large flow of
14 3183 B 9 10 11 12 MO-0052
air from a separate source. The flow will stop when the control
pressure is vented through the port numbered __________.

The part labeled "E", as shown in the illustration, is the

14 3184 D bearing shell connecting rod bushing piston pin bushing connecting rod cap MO-0040
__________.
poor cooling of cylinder improper cooling of the insufficient piston
14 3191 D Diesel engine piston seizure can be caused by __________. all of the above
walls piston lubrication
In the cylinder head of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine, valves exhausting combustion
14 3192 D air intake a fuel outlet cooling water inlets
are used for __________. gas
A six-cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine is fitted with a rotary
the same as engine
14 3193 B distributing air starting system. The speed of the rotating one-half engine speed twice engine speed four times engine speed
speed
distributor disc is __________.
The part labeled "G", as shown in the illustration, is a
14 3194 B bearing shell connecting rod bushing connecting rod cap piston pin bushing MO-0040
__________.

Incomplete combustion in a running diesel engine can cause lube oil viscosity uneven heat expansion uneven heat expansion
14 3201 A residual carbon deposits
piston rings to become stuck as a result of __________. breakdown of the rings of the piston

The exhaust system for a turbocharged two-stroke/cycle diesel discharge exhaust gases furnish energy to the reduce engine room
14 3202 D all of the above
engine functions to __________. and smoke turbocharger noise
One end of a diesel engine cylinder is sealed by the cylinder
14 3204 B crankcase piston cylinder liner crank cheek
head and the other end by the __________.
A sudden drop in compression pressure in one cylinder of a a leaking fuel injector excessively early fuel
14 3211 D a clogged air filter malfunctioning valves
diesel engine can be caused by __________. nozzle injection
The most common instrument used to measure diesel engine
14 3212 D pyrometer bourdon gauge pneumercator manometer
exhaust pressure is the __________.
In the main engine starting control air distributor shown in the
illustration, the roller of the starting control valve (3) is in contact
with the base circle of the starting cam (5). At this control valve vertical drive shaft (1) starting control valve (3)
starting air stops flowing discharge line (E) will
14 3213 B position, the valve opening pipe (J) is connected to the discharge changes the direction of will immediately pull MO-0053
to the respective cylinder begin to get hot
space (D) and the valve closing pipe (H) with that of the rotation back from the cam
distribution space (F). The result of this arrangement is that the
__________.
allow the scavenge ports prevent the exhaust
In a two-stroke/cycle, opposed piston, diesel engine, one allow the exhaust ports prevent scavenge air
to open and close piston from reaching
14 3214 A crankshaft operates several crank angles in advance of the other to open and close before pressure buildup in the
simultaneously with the TDC and BDC before the
crankshaft to __________. the inlet ports close cylinders
exhaust ports intake piston

Low compression in a diesel engine could be caused by worn or broken cylinder high cooling water worn or broken piston
14 3221 C low fuel oil pressure
__________. liner sealing rings temperature rings

When monitoring diesel engine performance, the most useful

14 3222 B dwell-tachometer exhaust gas pyrometer fuel flow rate meter exhaust gas analyzer
instrument to use is the __________.
 During normal engine
During starting, the When starting air is The starting air valve is running, the starting air
Which of the following statements is true concerning the air
14 3223 C starting valve is held secured, the air starting opened by cam action valve opens and closes MO-0046
starting system shown in the illustration?
opened by air pressure. valve is closed. during starting. constantly due to cam
action.
The difference in crank lead between the upper and lower cranks
receive less power than receive more power than operate the fuel oil rotate faster than the
14 3224 B of an opposed piston engine causes the lower crankshaft to
the upper shaft the upper shaft booster pump upper shaft
__________.

The exhaust ports would The scavenging ports Neither the exhaust nor The exhaust and
In an opposed piston engine, which of the following events would
14 3225 D open before the would open before the the scavenging ports scavenging ports would
happen if the lower crank lead were reduced from 12° to 0°?
scavenging ports. exhaust ports. would open. open simultaneously.

decreased compression increased lube oil lower lube oil excessive leakage past
14 3231 A Worn main bearings in a diesel engine can result in __________.
pressure pressure temperature the piston rings
A pyrometer is an instrument commonly used to measure crankshaft axial
14 3232 C cylinder pressure flame intensity exhaust gas temperature
__________. alignment
The valve will lift Full valve opening will Full valve opening will
Which of the following statements describes the operational The valve gear will not
14 3233 A abruptly, and reseat occur slowly, but reseat occur slowly, but MO-0045
characteristics of figure "B" shown in the illustration? bounce.
gradually. quickly. abruptly reseat.
During the power stroke of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine,
14 3234 A most of the side thrust of a trunk-type piston is absorbed by the piston skirt pinion crosshead compression rings
__________.
Low compression pressure in a diesel engine can be caused by improperly seating intake leaking cylinder liner seal carbon deposits on the
14 3241 A late fuel injection timing
__________. valves rings piston
A pyrometer is an instrument used to measure the temperature
14 3242 A exhaust fuel oil cooling water cylinder liner
of the diesel engine __________.

Air pressure from the The downward intake

Which of the following statements best represents how the The valve spring exerts Control air pressure is
starting air inlet is stroke of the main
14 3243 C starting valve, shown in the illustration, is opened to admit downward force on the applied to the top of the MO-0054
applied to the top of the engine cylinder draws
starting air to the main engine cylinder? valve spindle. starting valve piston.
starting valve piston. the starting valve open.

Low compression pressure in a diesel engine is caused by low water in the worn or broken cylinder
14 3251 B improperly seated valves low fuel oil pressure
__________. expansion tank liner sealing rings

Thermocouple pyrometers are used on large, main propulsion cooling water leaving fuel oil entering the exhaust gases at various lube oil at the bearing
14 3252 C
diesel engines to indicate the temperature of the __________. each cylinder injector locations supplies

The admission valve, shown in the illustration, is fitted to an air

control air pressure on spring tension on the
supply manifold for opening and closing off the supply of
vacuum on the control the guide piston acting valve piston with a venting the starting
14 3253 B compressed air to the starting valves, as well as air distribution to MO-0055
valve outlet downward on the valve momentary interruption system air distribution
the main propulsion diesel engine. The admission valve is
piston of reservoir air
opened by __________.
compression load during inertia load once every
A connecting rod in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is subject to tension load twice each bending loads at bottom
14 3254 B power and compression four crankshaft
__________. crankshaft revolution and top dead center
strokes revolutions
Low compression pressure in a diesel engine can be caused by carbon deposits in the carbon deposits on the leaking cylinder liner seal a leaking cylinder head
14 3261 D
__________. combustion space piston crown rings gasket

detecting faulty adjusting fuel racks to adjusting the load limit

calculating engine
14 3262 A Exhaust gas pyrometers are useful for __________. combustion in individual maintain equal loading setting of the governor at
horsepower
cylinders between cylinders idle conditions
 When the quick acting valve to admit starting air to an air start
prevent damage to the ensure proper operation prevent damage to the increase the air charge
14 3263 B motor is activated, the valve should be opened rapidly to
air line lubricator of the Bendix pinion valve seat density to the motor
__________.
excessive mechanical
insufficient fuel supply
Low compression pressure in a diesel engine may be the result clearance between the excessively worn fuel excessive exhaust back
14 3271 B due to fuel pump valves
of __________. piston crown and pump plunger pressure
sticking or leaking
cylinder head
For a diesel engine, individual cylinder performance is commonly
14 3272 C chemical analysis back pressure readings pyrometer readings infrared analysis
determined by exhaust gas __________.
Diesel engine air start system check valves are opened by cylinder compression
14 3273 C an air start cam starting air pressure valve springs
__________. pressure
In a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine the intake valves open before TDC and close after TDC and close before TDC and close after TDC and close
14 3274 A
__________. after BDC after BDC before BDC before BDC

Low compression in a diesel engine can be caused by clogged coolant a leaking cylinder head worn or broken cylinder
14 3281 B low fuel oil pressure
__________. passages gasket liner sealing rings

a gas-filled bellows, a
Pyrometers commonly found on diesel engine exhaust systems, pyrostats and a thermocouples and a ammeters and
14 3282 C tube and a pressure
consist of __________. voltmeter voltmeter thermocouples
gauge
In a direct cylinder admission air starting system, once the
a pneumatic bellows
14 3283 B engine begins to fire, the air starting check valve illustrated, is the starting air pressure the spring force a valve actuating cam MO-0107
assembly
closed by __________.
Excessive valve lash in an auxiliary diesel engine will cause the
14 3284 A later and close sooner sooner and close later sooner and close sooner later and close later
valves to open __________.
The loss of the diesel engine cylinder air charge through leaky Low compression Low firing pressure and Low compression
Low firing pressure and
14 3291 A valves, piston rings, worn or scored liners, would be indicated by pressure and high high exhaust pressure and low
low exhaust temperature
which of the following sets of conditions? exhaust temperature temperature exhaust temperature

When heated, it will The pointer associated It can be utilized in It can indicate
Which of the general advantages listed does the electrical move proportional to the with the pyrometer scale exhaust manifolds and temperature at a distant
14 3292 D
pyrometer have over the mechanical pyrometer? amount the metal has can be made to also heat exchangers point from the source of
lengthened or expanded. measure engine RPM. interchangeably. heat.

When an air started, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is being

14 3293 C cranked, the starting air is admitted to each cylinder during what intake stroke compression stroke power stroke exhaust stroke
would normally be the __________.
Which of the listed problems can be a cause of low compression
14 3301 D Clogged air filter Leaky valve cage Burned exhaust valves All of the above
pressure in a diesel engine?
Which of the diesel engine exhaust mufflers listed is usually A wet-type exhaust A constant pressure A dry-type exhaust A constant velocity
14 3302 C
equipped with a spark arrestor? muffler muffler muffler muffler
When the cold valve lash is less than that specified by the
14 3304 B manufacturer, diesel engine valves, operating at normal open later than normal close later than normal have less total lift have less total duration
temperatures, will __________.
Low cylinder compression pressure and a high exhaust a continuously open low cooling water
14 3311 B early fuel injection timing leaking valves
temperature may indicate __________. scavenge air port temperature
increasing the linear decreasing the accelerating the exhaust
A dry-type spark arrestor removes sparks from a diesel engine changing directions of
14 3312 B velocity of the exhaust temperature of the gas through a reduced
exhaust by __________. exhaust gas flow
gases exhaust gases size orifice
If a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is started by admitting high
at the end of the power at the start of the intake
14 3313 A pressure air into the cylinders, the pistons receiving the charge of on the power stroke on the exhaust stroke
stroke stroke
starting air must be __________.
 Too much lash may
If the valve lash on a diesel engine is set improperly, which of the Too little lash will cause Too much lash will Too little lash may
prevent combustion
14 3314 C following statements represents the most serious problem that noisy operation and cause the valve to open prevent the valves from
through loss of
can develop? excessive wear. early and close late. seating properly.
compression.
A drop in compression pressure in one cylinder of a diesel a leaking fuel injection
14 3321 D a clogged air filter early fuel injection burned valves
engine can be caused by __________. nozzle
compression is released
In a medium-speed marine propulsion engine equipped with fuel is admitted only to cylinders are not chilled
operation is under higher during starting by
14 3323 D direct air starting valves, the cylinders without air starting valves these cylinders during by the expansion of the
compression opening the exhaust
fire first because the __________. cranking starting air
valve

If you increase the clearance between a valve stem and rocker Amount of fuel injected Amount of fuel injected
14 3324 A Valve will open later. Valve will close later.
arm, which of the listed conditions will occur? will be increased. will be decreased.

Wet-type exhaust silencers, used with some auxilary diesel The exhaust gases are The internal baffles
The silencer is equipped The exhaust noise is
14 3332 C engines, have which of the following design features in not mixed with cooling break up the exhaust
with a water seal. completely eliminated.
common? water. gas pulsation.
Reducing the clearance between a valve stem and rocker arm having a shorter duration having a longer duration
14 3334 B closing sooner opening later
will result in the valve __________. of opening of opening
Which of the listed conditions can cause lacquer to be deposited High lube oil High vanadium content
14 3341 B High sulphur content fuel Excessive piston slap
on a piston skirt? temperatures fuel
They may be water-
They must be fitted with They cannot be located They must be fitted with
jacketed and cooled by
In accordance with Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) regarding a backfire flame arrester any closer than six one inch thick asbestos
the discharge from a
14 3342 C internal combustion engine exhaust manifold installations, which constructed in inches from flammable board and covered with
pump which operates
of the following statements is true? accordance with the materials such as #26 USSG galvanized
only when the engine is
specification regulations. woodwork, etc. sheet iron.
running.
A large two-stroke/cycle direct reversing diesel engine is to be line up the engine for change the intake and
reposition the fuel place the starting cam in
14 3343 B reversed. Prior to the admission of starting air you must restarting with light exhaust valve cam
injection cam the intermediate position
__________. diesel oil positions
changing the tappet
measuring the cold valve
The procedure of adjusting the valve clearance in the valve mechanically adjusting mechanically adjusting clearance as measured
14 3344 D clearance between MO-0074
mechanism illustrated is by __________. the valve at point "D" the valve at point "E" between points "A" and
components "C" and "D"
"B"
Which operating condition of a diesel engine is indicated by Low exhaust
14 3350 B Overspeeding Overload High crankcase pressure
excessive firing pressures? temperature
In a diesel engine, after ignition of the fuel occurs, but before the
14 3351 A piston reaches TDC, there is little change in the cylinder volume pressure temperature energy
__________.

Coast Guard regulations (46 CFR) require a horizontal dry terminate above the be equipped with a water-have adequate insulation not penetrate the engine
14 3352 A
exhaust pipe from a diesel engine must __________. deepest load waterline cooled muffler in any berthing space room casing

A close watch on Frequent cleaning to

Which of the routine maintenance procedures listed is required Frequent draining of Frequent testing of relief
14 3353 A temperature to prevent remove oil and foreign
for starting air receivers? accumulated moisture. valves.
fluctuations in pressure. matter.

If you were inspecting the valve springs on an auxiliary diesel

a glazed surface on the nicks in the protective a buildup of sludge cracks in the surface of
14 3354 D engine, your best indication of impending spring failure would be
spring coating deposits the spring
__________.

Which of the conditions listed could cause the cylinder relief Incorrect crankshaft
14 3361 B Plugged injector nozzles Excessive fuel injection Very late injection timing
valves on a large, low-speed, propulsion diesel engine to lift? clearances
 The exhaust system of a diesel engine is usually designed to provide exhaust back prevent exhaust smoke power a reciprocating
14 3362 D muffle exhaust gas noise
remove exhaust gases and to __________. pressure emissions supercharger
plunger completes the
plunger draws the friction clutch causes the control windings de-
When the solenoid of a Bendix drive type starter is energized by circuit between the
14 3363 B flywheel ring gear into pinion to rotate into the energize and force the
operating the starter switch, the __________. battery bank and starting
the drive position starting position plunger out
motor
excessive pressure in
Worn cylinder head valve seats in a diesel engine will cause
14 3364 A less cold valve lash more cold valve lash hydraulic valve lash broken valve springs
__________.
adjusters
Compression must be
Which of the following reasons represents why the designed Compression must be Compression must be Compression must be
low for required
14 3371 C compression ratio of a gasoline engine is lower than that of a low for effective spark low to prevent low to have effective
horsepower and torque
diesel engine? ignition. preignition. preignition.
generation.
The diesel engine shown in the illustration, the exhaust manifold
14 3372 D A B P U MO-0003
is indicated by the letter __________.
In some Bendix drive electric starting systems, the sudden
action of the overrunning pinion when it engages action of the friction action of the starter
14 3373 C shock of the pinion gear being engaged with the flywheel is
clutch the ring gear clutch solenoid
absorbed by the __________.
Which of the following operations will have a direct impact on the amount of scavenge air compression ratio of the
14 3374 B quality of fuel injected viscosity of the lube oil
rate of wear in a cylinder liner __________. to the cylinder piston
If the relief valve on a diesel engine cylinder lifts, the cause low compression in the high exhaust
14 3381 A liquid in the cylinder poor fuel penetration
could be due to __________. cylinder temperature
Which of the listed characteristics is common to both wet and dry Both mufflers contain They never require any They function as spark Both have a dust
14 3382 C
type diesel engine exhaust mufflers? moving parts. maintenance. arresters. collecting chamber.
Scuffed cylinder liner wearing surfaces in a diesel engine can chromium plating piston extended maximum applying load to a cold
14 3384 D knurling the piston skirt
result from __________. rings power operation diesel engine
An increase in crankcase pressure generally indicates worn connecting rod worn engine cylinder high cylinder firing stuck spring-loaded
14 3391 B
__________. bearings liners pressure manhole covers
they are arranged to
Exhaust pipes for separate diesel engines can be combined only space limitations prevent the engines are small a waste heat boiler is
14 3392 C prevent gas backflow to
when __________. separately run pipes auxiliary units installed
each engine
Scuffed cylinder liner wearing surfaces in a diesel engine can starting the engine while operating the engine scuff resistant piston
14 3394 C knurling the piston skirt
result from __________. hot overheated rings
A substantial increase in crankcase pressure could be an excessive lube oil the proper seating of a malfunctioning cylinder
14 3401 C a worn cylinder liner
indication of __________. pressure new rings relief valve
decreasing back allowing gases to
Marine diesel engine dry-type mufflers reduce noise by constant pulse charging
14 3402 C using phase adjusters pressure at the exhaust expand and change
__________. at the exhaust manifold
manifold direction of flow

Helps absorb the shock Disengages the pinion Prevents the pinion
Which of the following operating characteristics of the Bendix Engages the pinion with
14 3403 A when the pinion engages from the flywheel ring starter from overrunning
drive friction clutch is associated with a Bendix drive starter? the flywheel ring gear.
the ring gear. gear. on the starter shaft.

You are inspecting the lower main precision bearings on a diesel

large dirt particles in the insufficient lubricating oil water contamination of
14 3404 D engine. You observe that about half the thin babbitt linings are of normal wear
oil supply and overheating the lube oil
a milky white color. This condition is caused by __________.

An increase in diesel engine crankcase pressure generally

14 3411 D compression pressure lube oil header pressure scavenge air pressure piston ring blow-by
indicates excessive __________.
condense and drain dampen exhaust gas
A water jacket is placed around the exhaust manifolds of reduce heat radiation to aid in preventing
14 3412 A moisture from exhaust pulsations in the
propulsion diesel engines to __________. the engine room turbocharger overheating
gases manifold
 For a diesel engine, which of the following time increments
14 3413 A represents the longest period the electric starter motor may be 30 seconds 45 to 60 seconds 60 to 75 seconds 75 to 90 seconds
operated continuously?
Bearing clearances in small high-speed diesel engines should be
14 3414 B gage blocks plasti-gage feeler gages round solder wire
measured using __________.
A substantial increase in crankcase pressure could be an excessive lube oil excessive scavenge air
14 3421 A worn cylinder liner faulty cylinder relief valve
indication of a/an __________. pressure pressure
packing muffler the use of long head the use of zinc changing exhaust gas
14 3422 D Diesel engine mufflers reduce noise by __________.
chambers pipes electrodes direction
The accumulator shown in the illustration is pressurized by either pump "F" or pump neither pump "F" nor
14 3423 C pump "F" only pump "H" only MO-0049
__________. "H" pump "H"

When a piston is removed from a diesel engine for maintenance, gummy deposits and
14 3424 D scoring cracks and burned spots all of the above
the piston should be examined for __________. sticking rings

stop the engine decrease the cooling

If a diesel engine were running at 20% overload with a smoky increase lube oil slow the engine allowing
14 3431 C immediately to prevent water temperature to the
exhaust, you should __________. pressure it to gradually cool
damage water jacket

diffusing exhaust
Diesel engine mufflers or silencers reduce the engine exhaust passing the exhaust increasing the exhaust reducing the exhaust gas
14 3432 D vibrations through
noise by __________. through long head pipes gas velocity velocity
activated carbon baffles

The hydraulic starting motor is operated by hydraulic fluid flow

14 3433 A accumulator hand pump engine-driven pump reservoir
under pressure from the __________.

Failure to remove the carbon ridge from the top of the cylinder damaged upper piston
14 3434 A scored piston walls damaged cylinder liners deformed piston skirts
when replacing the piston rings, will result in __________. rings and/or ring lands

The most practical way of detecting an overload in one cylinder of check the cylinder check the cylinder
listen for combustion isolate each cylinder and
14 3441 D an operating large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine is exhausts for black exhaust temperature
knock in that cylinder inspect the injector
to __________. smoke frequently
fill the reservoir and bypass the hydraulic
The purpose of the engine-driven hydraulic pump in a diesel maintain pressure in the engage the starter motor
14 3443 A prevent low level in the motor when the engine is
engine hydraulic starting system is to __________. accumulator with the flywheel
system running
To reduce load during jacking operations, which of the listed
14 3444 C Fuel line Expansion tank Cylinder test valves Sea valve
devices should be opened?
An indication of an overloaded main propulsion diesel engine is white smoke in the high exhaust gas blue smoke in the
14 3451 B sparks in the exhaust
__________. exhaust pyrometer readings exhaust

Diesel engine mufflers accomplish noise reduction by reducing exhaust gas increasing the frequency the use of long head the use of zinc
14 3452 A
__________. velocity of gas vibration pipes electrodes

As soon as a diesel engine has started, which of the listed engine

14 3453 C Exhaust temperatures Raw water pressure Lube oil pressure Air box pressure
operating parameters should be checked FIRST?
When a diesel engine compression pressure is checked, the
14 3454 C cylinder exhaust ports injection line cylinder indicator cock banjo oiler line
indicator is connected to the __________.
surface pitting of the moisture impingement
In a diesel engine exhaust system, the cooling of the exhaust increased engine back
14 3461 B sulfuric acid corrosion turbocharger compressor on the turbocharger
gases below their dew point, will result in __________. pressure
blades compressor blading
remove the emission of
The exhaust system for a diesel engine is usually designed to power the Roots-type power a reciprocating
14 3462 D exhaust smoke muffle exhaust noise
remove exhaust gases and to __________. exhauster supercharger
pollutants
The starter control valve in the hydraulic system shown in the ensure that the
remove all plugs from bleed off all accumulator
14 3463 C illustration is malfunctioning. Before removing the valve, you drain the reservoir accumulator piston is in MO-0049
the system pressure
must first __________. the charged position
 Misfiring in a diesel engine at light loads can be caused by excessive cylinder high air injection
14 3471 C high lube oil temperature low lube oil temperature
__________. cooling pressure

Diesel engine exhaust noise can be reduced in an exhaust changing the direction of increasing the exhaust changing the exhaust increasing the exhaust
14 3472 A
muffler by __________. exhaust gas flow gas velocity gas weight gas static pressure

block all hydraulic hoses bleed off all hydraulic

Before any diesel engine hydraulic starting system is opened for place all control levers in ensure that the hydraulic
14 3473 D using high pressure pressure from the
servicing or repair, you must __________. the 'HOLD' position fluid reservoir is full
covers system
low exhaust back insufficient cranking excessive fuel
14 3474 C An auxiliary diesel engine may fail to start due to __________. high lube oil temperature
pressure speed atomization
A condition contributing to diesel engine piston rings sticking in
14 3481 B the ring grooves, is insufficient ring clearance at the ring gap side back radial
__________.

One of the purposes for water cooling the exhaust manifold in reduce lube oil raise exhaust reduce excessive reduce load on cooling
14 3482 C
marine diesel engine is to __________. temperature temperature heating of engine room water pump

If a diesel engine driving a generator turns over freely but fails to excessive compression
14 3484 B air in the fuel lines high fuel pressure excessive load
fire properly, the cause could be __________. pressure
In a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine, the exhaust gases are pressure of the fresh air
14 3490 C exhaust manifold valve bridge valve adjusting gear
expelled from the cylinder by the __________. charge

When the normal compression ratio of a diesel engine is not very excessive cylinder insufficient mechanical
14 3491 C overloading the engine low exhaust valve lift
high, misfiring at light loads may be caused by __________. cooling clearance

If the jacket water temperature rises rapidly above normal in a

14 3492 B call the chief engineer reduce engine load check thermostatic valve clean sea water strainer
diesel engine, you should FIRST __________.
The air start timing in the system shown in the illustration can be
14 3493 D tightening spring II loosening spring II shortening stem III lengthening stem III MO-0046
advanced by __________.

the piston in one cylinder

the piston in one cylinder
the two crankshafts reaching inner dead
In an opposed piston engine, the term 'crank lead' refers to one crankshaft turning reaching dead center
14 3494 C turning in different center several
__________. faster than the other when the other reaches
directions crankshaft degrees
outer dead center
before the other piston

Which of the listed diesel engine systems is likely to create the

14 3501 C Lubrication Cooling Fuel Electric ignition
problem of a cylinder regularly misfiring?

During the valve overlap period, the exhaust pressure of a effective constant
effective cylinder constant pressure from cooler operation of the
14 3502 A turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine must be less than pressure for
scavenging and cooling the turbochargers exhaust system
the intake manifold pressure to ensure __________. turbocharger operation

Which of the listed conditions will result in the failure of an Supplying high Maintaining a high Lube oil entering in the Carbon buildup on the
14 3504 C
auxiliary diesel engine to shut down? temperature inlet air. exhaust back pressure. air intake manifold. overspeed pawl.

The turbocharger diffuser ring of the compressor element shown

14 3506 A "D" "E" "F" "G" MO-0080
in the illustration, is indicated by the part labeled __________.

The instrument shown in the illustration would be used on a measure exhaust measure air intake take compression and measure turbocharger
14 3511 C MO-0031
diesel engine to __________. manifold pressure manifold pressure firing readings torque

Immediate failure of
Boiling of the water oil
Which of the following problems can occur if you continually fail Corrosion and eventual Gumming of the tank components
14 3513 A mixture as pressure is
to drain off condensate from a starting air receiver? failure of the tank. relief valves. downstream of the
reduced.
compressed air system.
 If a diesel engine continues to run after attempting to shut it incandescent carbon air remaining in the lube oil leakage into the a broken turbocharger
14 3514 C
down, the probable cause is __________. particles cylinders air intake system valve

Regarding the turbocharger shown in the illustration, the diffuser

14 3516 A D F H N MO-0080
ring of the blower is indicated by the letter __________.

A diesel engine experiences a sudden loss in speed,

accompanied by black exhaust smoke, with the fuel rack at stuck or broken piston
14 3521 A engine overload leaky valves low air injection pressure
maximum, and the speed remaining below normal. The probable rings
cause is __________.

From the engine data shown in the illustration, if the temperature

14 3522 D of every cylinder was 870°F + or - 5°F, you would expect the 830°F + or - 5°F 850°F + or - 5°F 870°F + or - 5°F 890°F + or - 5°F MO-0004
exhaust temperature at the turbocharger inlet to be __________.

Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur if the Combustion gases will
Flywheel will be Starting motor will
14 3523 C electric starter motor pinion gear fails to disengage from the Engine will stop enter the air starting
damaged dangerously overspeed
flywheel of a diesel engine after the engine has started? system

If the auxiliary diesel engine will not shut down, the trouble could lube oil leakage into the
14 3524 C high lube oil pressure high firing pressure high fuel oil pressure
be __________. blower
Regarding the turbocharger shown in the illustration, the part
14 3526 C exhaust manifold silencer outlet aftercooler inlet nozzle ring MO-0080
labeled "B" would be attached to the __________.
Motor drain and
Which of the listed items should be secured before performing Electric power and Lube oil standby pump Hydraulic switch and
14 3530 A pneumatic control
any maintenance on a solenoid operated air start valve? starting air and control air engage jacking gear
system power
Bouncing of the valve gear in a diesel engine can be caused by prolonged high speed excessively tightened
14 3531 B spring surge worn valve seats
__________. operation spring retainers

The exhaust gases in a supercharged two-stroke/cycle diesel pumping action of the pressure of the fuel vacuum developed in the pressure of the fresh air
14 3532 D
engine are expelled from the cylinder by __________. piston charge manifold charge

A diesel engine cranks properly during starting but immediately

14 3533 D Hydraulic starting Electric starting Ignition Fuel
stalls. Which of the following systems is most likely at fault?

If an auxiliary diesel engine frequently stalls, the trouble may be low exhaust back gasket blow-by or incorrect assembly of
14 3534 B air in the fuel system
caused by __________. pressure leakage idler springs
Regarding the turbocharger shown in the illustration, the piece
14 3536 B variable inlet guide vane fixed blade moving blade silencer MO-0080
labeled "F" is a __________.
Spring surge in diesel engine valve springs can result in increasing effective bouncing of the valve splitting of the valve failure of the valve to
14 3541 B
__________. spring force gear keeper collars open

The satisfactory operation of diesel engine exhaust valves the cooling water correct timing and proper accurate metering and
14 3542 C the proper back pressure
usually depends on __________. temperature seating the exhaust temperature

A large low-speed main propulsion engine must be operated with Increase starting air Admit starting air in the Open the indicator cocks
one cylinder secured. When the engine was stopped, the Turn the shaft with the pressure by small direction opposite to the on those cylinders on
14 3543 C affected cylinder ended in a position preventing the engine from turning gear while amounts until the air desired direction, then compression and apply
being restarted. Which of the following actions should be taken applying starting air. pressure is high enough restart in the desired increased starting air
to correct the situation? to crank the engine over. direction. pressure.

An operating diesel engine that suddenly loses power, is due to restricted turbocharger oil leak into the
14 3544 A dribbling injector low fuel viscosity
a/an __________. air intake turbocharger
 During unsafe firing conditions in a large automatic auxiliary
boiler, various control actuators are interlocked with the burner
14 3545 A limit controls flame safeguard controls combustion controls programming controls
circuit to prevent start-up, in addition to safety shutdown. These
controls are referred to as __________.

In the turbocharger shown in the illustration, the engine exhaust

14 3546 B B C H E MO-0080
line would be connected to the part labeled __________.

cylinder oil feed rate

cylinder oil feed rate
If it becomes necessary to cutout an individual cylinder of a large, fuel pump should be should be increased to
should be increased cylinder oil feed rate
14 3551 C low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine, the fuel to that cylinder removed and all the maximum flow
slightly above that used should be reduced
should be secured and its __________. connections blanked off capable of the metering
at normal sea speed
pump

In the operating cycle of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine,

14 3552 D blowdown to exhaust manifold pressure must occur before the pressure losses exhaust pulsations excessive scavenging pumping losses
piston begins the exhaust stroke to minimize __________.

If a diesel engine turned over freely but failed to start, the cause excessive starting air
14 3553 A water in the fuel cold lube oil excessive fuel pressure
could be __________. pressure
A four-stroke, cycle, turbocharged, 1000 horsepower diesel
engine has been operating under load. The load suddenly
adjust cooling water
14 3554 A increases, causing excessive black exhaust smoke, and a rapid reduce load check your exhaust increase lube oil flow
temperature
rise in the lube oil temperature. In response to this condition, you
should __________.
The compressor Compressor power
The turbine operating
Which of the operating characteristics listed would apply to the The air is compressed in operating speed consumption varies
14 3556 A speed is dependent on MO-0081
turbocharger shown in the illustration? the air cleaner. matches the engine directly as engine speed
engine load.
operating speed. varies.
Cooling water
Which of the following procedures should be carried out when a Lubrication to the Only the turbocharger
temperature to the Engine speed should be
14 3561 D large, low-speed, diesel engine is operated with one cylinder defective cylinder should speed should be
engine should be reduced.
secured? be increased. reduced.
increased.
low exhaust back excessive cranking
14 3563 A A diesel engine could fail to start because of __________. incorrect injection timing floating exhaust valves
pressure speed
Excessive vibration in an operating diesel generator may be surging at governed loose engine mounting coolant leaking into the
14 3564 C electrical overload
caused by __________. RPM bolts cylinder

provide cooling water protect the crankcase utilize the flow of exhaust
The device shown in the illustration is commonly used to provide air starting
14 3566 C circulation through the from overpressure in gases to supercharge MO-0080
__________. pressure
engine event of explosion the engine

A bronze bearing liner with a lead-tin flashing has a milky-white

relocation of the overlay water contamination of
14 3571 D color over most of its surface and some areas of exposed proper break-in wear improper break-in wear
flashing the lube oil system
bronze. The white coloring indicates __________.

In a diesel engine, with the valves set to specification, the shape

14 3572 D point of opening speed of opening lift from its seat all of the above
of the cam determines the valve __________.

If a diesel engine turned over at normal cranking speed but failed excessive starting air
14 3573 C excessive fuel pressure high lube oil viscosity inadequate fuel injection
to start, the cause could be late fuel injection or __________. pressure

Irregular engine speed in a diesel generator can be caused by binding in the fuel control
14 3574 D high generator load low fuel viscosity high injection pressure
__________. linkage
14 3576 B The impeller shown in the illustration is powered by __________. air exhaust gas water oil MO-0080

soft water pump was not raw water pump is

Water accumulation in the cylinder of a secured engine is an jacket water thermostat cylinder liner may be
14 3581 C secured along with the overspeeding just prior
indication that the __________. has failed cracked
engine to engine shutdown

The lash adjuster

Which of the following statements represents the function of the The exhaust valves are The ball check is always The bridge spring keeps
maintains zero lash
14 3582 B valve bridge and hydraulic lash adjuster assembly shown in the opened by the action of seated when the valve is pressure between the MO-0019
between the valve stem
illustration? the bridge spring. closing. plunger and the valve.
and the bridge.

When restarting a heavy fuel diesel engine that has been increase the starting air use a higher than normal increase the fuel use a fuel having a lower
14 3583 D
stopped for some time, the engineer should __________. pressure cranking speed injection pressure ignition temperature

If you notice smoke coming from the crankcase exhaust fan

14 3584 C outlet of an operating diesel engine, you would suspect a cracked cylinder liner clogged intake ports broken piston rings a faulty head gasket
__________.
In a main propulsion turbocharged diesel engine, the speed of
14 3586 D governor droop speeder spring tension fuel rack lag load on the engine
the turbocharger varies according to the __________.
If water is ejected from an open indicator cock when the engine is
14 3591 D rotated by the turning motor, a leak may have occurred at the injector insert bushing valve seat insert cylinder liner all of the above MO-0032
__________.

A four-stroke/cycle, 1000 horsepower diesel engine fails to start

excessive compression worn valve seats and
14 3593 D at normal cranking speed with normal fuel pressure and ambient glazed liners or pistons high lube oil pressure
ratio valves
temperature. The reason for the failure could be __________.

If a clicking sound is being produced from within the valve a loose valve stem and excessive valve
14 3594 D a stuck valve all of the above
compartment of a diesel engine, the cause may be __________. guide clearances

The operating speed of a turbocharger is directly dependent upon

14 3596 B engine speed engine load intake manifold pressure atmospheric pressure
__________.

14 3601 D The bore of a diesel engine describes the __________. length of the piston rod height of the piston volume of the cylinder diameter of the cylinder

The engine is equipped

Which of the listed construction characteristics is apparent of the The engine operates on The engine is equipped Valve lash is
14 3602 D with a constant pressure MO-0005
diesel engine shown in the illustration? the two-stroke/cycle. with unit injectors. mechanically adjusted.
turbocharger.

The starting air rotates a diesel engine at the proper speed, but
14 3603 D the overspeed trip for an obstructed air filter for air-bound fuel lines all of the above
the engine fails to start. You should check __________.

A loud clicking noise occurring from within the valve compartment excessive valve
14 3604 C worn valve seats tight rocker arm springs weak rocker arm springs
of an operating diesel engine would indicate __________. clearance

The speed of the turbocharger for a four-stroke/cycle diesel

air intake manifold
14 3606 B engine driving a generator at constant speed depends on the engine speed kilowatt load fuel injection pressure
temperature
__________.

The cubic inch (or liter) displacement of a cylinder is determined volume of the clearance
14 3611 D length of the crankshaft weight of the piston length of the stroke
by the diameter of the piston and the __________. space

The intake ports of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine are opened

14 3612 B camshaft piston movement exhaust valves vertical drive
and closed by the action of the __________.
 When attempting to start a main propulsion diesel engine, the
14 3613 C engine turns at the proper speed but will not start. You should starting air pressure scavenge air pressure overspeed trip banjo oiler line
check the __________.
high exhaust pyrometer
If a valve seat insert, similar to the that shown in the illustration is white vapor in the
14 3614 A readings on that continuous spring surge a jammed indicator cock MO-0043
cracked, this may be indicated by __________. exhaust gas
particular cylinder
At rated engine load and RPM, the diesel engine turbocharger is
14 3616 B belt drive exhaust gases electric motor friction clutch
powered by __________.
During the compression stroke in a four-stroke/cycle, diesel
engine, assume that the piston can only travel seven-eighths of
14 3621 D the total distance between BDC to the underside of the cylinder 6 to 1 7 to 1 7.5 to 1 8 to 1
head. Which of the following ratios will be the compression ratio
for this engine?
Exhaust gases in a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine are discharged the aftercooler and
14 3622 C the air valves a roots-type blower exhaust ports or valves
through __________. directed to the stack
If an auxiliary diesel engine equipped with an electric starting
low compression ring gear with broken overheated motor
14 3623 D system cranks very slowly after repeated attempts to start, the low lube oil viscosity
pressure teeth windings
cause could be a/an __________.
When checking the underside of the valve cover shown in the
a damaged inner valve worn exhaust valve
14 3624 D illustration, you find localized black patches. You should suspect worn valve locks loose tapered collars MO-0043
spring guides and seals
__________.
A turbocharged, eight cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine
has a swept volume of 5160.31 cubic inches, a 9 1/16 inch bore,
10 inch stroke, and a compression ratio of 14.5 : 1. If during an
5160.31 cubic inches; 5160.31 cubic inches; 5147.91 cubic inches; 5147.91 cubic inches;
14 3631 B overhaul, each cylinder head is to be trued by milling off .024
14.92 : 1 14.95 : 1 14.92 : 1 14.95 : 1
inches thereby losing 1.55 cubic inches from its clearance
volume, what will be the resultant swept volume and new
compression ratio?
The exhaust ports shown in the illustration are initially uncovered
14 3632 A #3 #4 #5 #6 MO-0025
in figure __________.
Which of the listed diesel engine starting systems is most Direct cylinder admission
14 3633 C Hydraulic Electric Air motor starting
susceptible to difficulties in cold weather? air start
The average pressure exerted on a piston during each power
14 3634 B indicated horsepower mean effective pressure exhaust back pressure compression pressure
stroke is termed __________.
If the speed of a turbocharged diesel engine is maintained
decrease until the engine
14 3636 B constant as the load on the engine is increased, the speed of the increase decrease remain unchanged
speed increases
turbocharger will __________.
(Piston area) X (Piston stroke) X (numbers of the cylinders) =
14 3641 B brake horsepower displacement cylinder volume cylinder clearance
engine __________.
Valves in the cylinder head of a diesel engine are opened by the
14 3642 C exhaust pressure valve spring pressure rocker arm movement wrist pin movement
direct action of the __________.

If a diesel engine, with an electric starter, cranks very slowly after low compression an overheated starting
14 3643 D low lube oil viscosity a faulty Bendix-drive
repeated attempts to start, the cause could be __________. pressure motor

Which of the listed conditions will affect the mean effective Temperature of the lube Completeness in the Temperature of the
14 3644 C TBN of the lubricating oil
pressure the most in the cylinders of a diesel engine? oil mixing of the fuel and air cooling (sea) water

An increase in power output of a turbocharged diesel engine higher exhaust increased turbocharger All of the above are
14 3646 D higher air box pressure
operating at a constant engine speed results in __________. temperature speed correct.
 area times the piston volume times the piston
area times the piston volume times the piston
14 3651 B Engine displacement is equal to piston __________. stroke times the number stroke times the number
stroke stoke
of cylinders of cylinders
If cranking a diesel engine is too slow while attempting to start, it insufficient heat of high exhaust
14 3703 A fouling of the air intakes improper injection timing
will result in __________. compression temperatures
Most practical diesel engines today operate on a cycle which is a
begins on a constant begins on a constant ends on a constant begins and ends on a
14 3711 A combination of the Diesel and Otto cycles. In this process,
volume basis pressure basis volume basis constant volume basis
compression ignition __________.
The valve spring shown in the illustration, functions to prevent movement of the hold the valve against its position the bushing to open the valve at the
14 3712 B MO-0073
__________. bushings seat the cam proper time

the heat of compression

If while attempting to start a diesel engine, the cranking speed is the fuel timing will be too the lube oil viscosity will the spark will be too
14 3713 B will be insufficient to
too low, __________. late be too low early for the fuel
ignite the fuel

four-stroke/cycle on the two-stroke/cycle on the four-stroke/cycle on the two-stroke/cycle on the

14 3714 C The engine shown in the illustration is a __________. MO-0020
exhaust stroke exhaust stroke intake stroke intake stroke
In the theoretical diesel cycle, shown in the illustration, which of
Combustion-constant Combustion-constant
14 3721 D the listed conditions normally takes place between points "3" and Compression Expansion MO-0036
volume pressure
"4"?
The force exerted by a valve spring to close the diesel engine the natural frequency of
14 3722 A spring compression engine speed spring surge
valves, is proportional to __________. vibration
engine speed does not starter pinion and ring
If a diesel engine rotates slowly when cranked, but does not fire, fuel control rack had engine has failed to
14 3723 C match the fuel rack gear contact is not
the __________. admitted excessive fuel reach its firing speed
setting correct
If all other conditions such as bore, stroke, speed, and mean the same indicated twice the indicated one half the indicated one power stroke for
14 3724 B effective pressures are equal, a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine horsepower as a four- horsepower as a four- horsepower as a four- every two crankshaft
will develop approximately __________. stroke/cycle engine stroke/cycle engine stroke/cycle engine revolutions

In the pressure-volume diagram, shown in the illustration, the a cylinder volume of 166 16° of crankshaft motion a 16 to 1 compression compression pressure is
14 3731 C MO-0035
volume line is divided into 16 units indicating __________. cubic inches between lines A and B ratio 1600 PSI

engine is cranked too vibration dampener is exhaust back pressure is

14 3733 A A diesel engine may be hard to start if the __________. air intake is restricted
fast faulty low
part of the fuel is burned
higher working fewer power strokes per
A disadvantage of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is the use of scavenge as the piston is moving
14 3734 C temperature of piston revolution of the
__________. ports away from top dead
and cylinder crankshaft
center
In the pressure-volume diagram, shown in the illustration, what
The combustion gases The crankshaft has Pressure and volume The fuel/air charge is
14 3741 A is indicated to have occurred by the line connecting points "d" MO-0035
have expanded. rotated 90°. have increased. compressed.
and "e"?
keeping the exhaust maintaining proper
The formation of carbon monoxide in diesel exhaust gases is spraying water into the avoiding light load
14 3742 C system free of carbon combustion and
reduced by __________. exhaust pipe operation
deposits scavenging
Which of the listed failures, occurring in an automated diesel
Low cooling water outlet
14 3743 D generator system, should cause an audible alarm at the engine High lube oil pressure Low lube oil temperature Low starting air pressure
temperature
room control station?
Compared to four-stroke/cycle engines, two-stroke/cycle diesel higher cylinder head fewer power strokes per greater weight/size
14 3744 B less even torque
engines have the disadvantage of __________. temperatures revolution requirements
In the pressure-volume diagram, shown in the illustration, what The exhaust valve Pressure in the cylinder Volume in the cylinder
14 3751 C The intake ports close. MO-0035
occurs between points "e" and "f"? closes. decreases. decreases.
seawater washing up condensed water vapor
A large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine exhaust is rain water coming down fuel oil due to leaky
14 3752 D exhaust pipes at the produced from the
designed to drain off __________. the stack injector nozzles
waterline exhaust gases
 The engine will crank The fuel oil supply will The cooling system will
Which of the following effects will excessively cold lube oil have The engine will
14 3753 A slowly and may fail to become diluted resulting overheat causing the
on the operation of a diesel engine? overspeed when started.
start. in rough running. engine to stall.

In comparing engines of equal horsepower, higher exhaust gas

14 3754 D opposed-piston engine double-acting engine two-stroke/cycle engine four-stroke/cycle engine
temperatures occur in a/an __________.
If point #1 in the ideal cycle diagram illustrated is the beginning of
14 3761 B the compression stroke, which of the cycles listed is Otto Diesel Gas Turbine Rankine MO-0036
demonstrated?
Decreasing the exhaust valve clearance of a diesel engine will earlier and remain open later and have less
14 3762 B earlier and have less lift later and have greater lift
cause the exhaust valve to open __________. longer duration

On a diesel engine with direct-cylinder admission air starting, a an overheated starting excessive smoke from carbon deposit on the
14 3763 A early fuel ignition
leaking air starting valve would be indicated by __________. air supply pipe the engine exhaust exhaust valves

higher working
A disadvantage of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine is more power strokes per more complicated valve
14 3861 D the use of scavenge air temperatures of the
__________. revolution gear
piston and cylinder
low firing pressures and low firing pressures and high firing pressures and high firing pressures and
A restricted diesel engine exhaust manifold operating under a
14 3862 B low exhaust high exhaust low exhaust high exhaust
normal load is indicated by __________.
temperatures temperatures temperatures temperatures
What could be the cause of inadequate starting speed during the
14 3863 A High lube oil viscosity Low lube oil viscosity Late fuel injection Early fuel injection
cranking of a cold diesel engine?

In a single acting, two-stroke/cycle, diesel engine, the power once every crankshaft once every two
14 3871 A once every piston stroke twice every piston stroke
impulse in an individual cylinder occurs __________. revolution crankshaft revolutions

Excessive exhaust temperatures in a two-stroke/cycle diesel overheated air starting

carbon build up in the
14 3872 D high injection pressure high firing pressure
engine can be caused by a/an __________. line exhaust ports
A diesel engine is turned at normal cranking speed and no low starting air air bubbles in the fuel oil
water in the starting air
14 3873 C low lube oil temperature
ignition occurs. This could be the result of __________. temperature system system
provide dynamic balance provide a balance of
High-speed, multi-cylinder, diesel engines commonly use
14 3874 B prevent bearing loads by equalizing centrifugal counteract inertia forces rocking couples around
counterweights placed opposite to the crankpins to __________.
force the crankshaft

14 3881 A The #3 piston shown in the illustration, is on the __________. intake stroke exhaust stroke compression stroke power stroke MO-0038

A dry-type exhaust silencer clogged with soot, will cause

14 3882 B low exhaust temperature loss of engine power burned intake valves engine racing
__________.
A two-stroke/cycle diesel engine operates erratically, overspeeds,
Improper governor
and fails to restart when cranked at normal speed. Which of the Damage to the governor Failure to reset the Failure to reposition the
14 3883 C operation due to excess
following problems is the most likely cause for the engine failing due to excessive speed overspeed trip fuel rack
oil pressure
to restart?
If an auxiliary diesel engine will not crank but can be barred over,
14 3884 A starting batteries fuel injectors fuel pump engine governor
the trouble may be in the __________.
In the chart shown in the illustration, a right hand rotation engine
on the compression
14 3891 C has the #9 piston on top dead center; therefore, the #1 piston is on the exhaust stroke on the power stroke at bottom dead center MO-0039
stroke
__________.
Clogged or partially obstructed exhaust ports on a diesel engine overspeeding of the failure of the engine to no effect of engine high exhaust
14 3892 D
can cause __________. engine shut down performance temperatures

A diesel engine fails to start, even though it can be barred over, an improperly fitted a closed or obstructed
14 3893 C a seized piston insufficient compression
but not cranked over. The probable cause is __________. bearing air starting line valve

If you observe smoke coming from the turbocharger of an check the air filter for check for an exhaust check the exhaust
14 3894 D secure the engine
auxiliary diesel engine, you should __________. obstruction leak temperature
 Number of revolutions
Which of the following notations does the "N" represent in the Number of power strokes per minute for both two- Number of power strokes Number of power strokes
14 3901 C
formula shown below? IHP= PLAN/(33000) per revolution. stroke and four-stroke per minute. per second.
engines.
Partially obstructed exhaust ports on a diesel engine can cause overheating of the high exhaust sluggish engine
14 3902 D all of the above
__________. engine temperatures operation
When starting air is admitted, a diesel engine turns over very an obstruction in an water accumulation in low scavenge air
14 3903 C low starting air pressure
slowly without firing. The cause may be __________. engine cylinder some engine cylinders pressure
When the #1 piston, shown in the illustration, is at top dead on the compression
14 3911 B on the exhaust stroke at top dead center at bottom dead center MO-0039
center, the #9 piston is __________. stroke
read high for that
read low for that location
An accumulation of carbon on one of its thermocouples of an location due to the hot fluctuate due to the respond quickly to
14 3912 A due to the insulation
exhaust gas pyrometer will __________. spots formed by the conductance of carbon temperature changes
effect of the deposits
deposits
opening the exhaust farthest from the cylinder nearest to the cylinder
14 3921 C A piston is at bottom dead center when it is __________. closing the fuel ports
ports head head
If carbon accumulates on a pyrometer thermocouple, it will the pyrometer to the pyrometer to read the exhaust passage to
14 3922 B failure of the hot junction
cause __________. overheat and burn low become clogged
opening the exhaust farthest from the cylinder nearest to the cylinder
14 3931 D A piston is said to be at top dead center when it is __________. closing the fuel ports
ports head head
The diesel engine combustion chamber shown as figure "C" in stratified charge open combustion
14 4065 D precombustion chamber turbulence chamber MO-0068
the illustration is a/an __________. combustion chamber chamber
Using the information given in the illustrated table, which of the
14 4071 D 2 3 4 5 MO-0038
cylinders listed will fire next?
Black smoke exhausting from a diesel engine may be caused by excessive scavenging air
14 4072 D high coolant temperature insufficient fuel a clogged air cleaner
__________. pressure
prevent air charge provide proper fuel/air
14 4075 D Open combustion chambers are designed to __________. eliminate carbon buildup improve piston cooling
turbulence mixing
The angular distance a flywheel rotates between the firing of the
14 4081 C cylinders of a V-16, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is 22.50° 33.75° 45.00° 90.00°
__________.

Engine operating conditions may be indicated by the color of the an insufficient speed clogged drain holes in
14 4082 B an overloaded engine complete combustion
exhaust smoke. Black smoke could indicate __________. droop setting the oil control rings

The primary purpose of the open combustion chamber used in provide a place for
14 4085 D improve piston cooling stratify the fuel charge prevent carbon buildup
diesel engines is to __________. combustion
From the engine data given, after cylinder #1L fires, how many
14 4091 D degrees of crankshaft rotation must take place before #4L 22.5° 45° 67.5° 90° MO-0004
cylinder fires?
Black smoke exhausting from a diesel engine indicates
14 4092 C proper fuel injection water in the fuel incomplete combustion burning of lube oil
__________.

Many diesel engines have pistons with concave heads to decrease air turbulence increase air turbulence prevent fuel afterburning prolong fuel afterburning
14 4095 B
__________. and improve fuel mixing and improve fuel mixing when injection ends when injection ends

How many crank angle degrees of rotation exist between each

14 4101 B 60° 120° 180° 240° MO-0038
firing of the cylinders indicated by the illustrated chart?

What color exhaust will be exhibited when a slow speed two-

stroke/cycle main propulsion diesel engine, designed to operate
14 4102 B White Black Blue Clear
on light and heavy fuel oil, is operated on insufficiently preheated
heavy fuel oil?
 Which of the following types of marine engines have a
Horizontal opposed Single acting in-line
14 4105 C combustion chamber located between a cylinder head and the Vertical opposed piston None of the above
piston cylinder
crown of a piston?
A four-stroke/cycle six cylinder in-line diesel engine has a firing
on the compression
14 4111 D order of 153624. When cylinder #6 is firing at top dead center, at top dead center at bottom dead center on the intake stroke
stroke
piston #4 is __________.
A dark exhaust from a running diesel engine can be caused by high compression
14 4112 A late ignition water in the fuel starting valve stuck open
__________. temperature
Turbulence in the combustion chamber of a diesel engine can be increased clearance multi-orificed fuel
14 4115 C delayed ignition directional intake ports
induced by __________. volume nozzles
In a single-acting diesel engine, the cylinder liner area that is
14 4120 C major thrust side minor thrust side top circumference bottom circumference
most difficult to lubricate is the __________.
When inspecting pistons, liners, and rings of a large two-
14 4121 B stroke/cycle diesel engine through the cylinder ports, a wet piston faulty piston lubricator leaky fuel injector broken compression ring faulty oil ring
crown would indicate a __________.
Which of the events listed does NOT occur during the instant the
14 4122 A Intake Ignition Power Combustion
piston just reaches top dead center?
The greatest turbulence in a diesel engine cylinder is created by shape of the combustion fuel injection spray degree of penetration of
14 4125 A cylinder swept volume
the __________. chamber pattern the fuel oil droplets
After removing an old set of rings, which of the following
Excessive diametrical Insufficient gap
14 4130 D conditions is indicated if a bright spot is found on each end of a Improper lubrication Insufficient ring pressure
tension clearance
broken piston ring?
The sequence of events
In describing engine operation, what does the term 'cycle' One rotation of the
14 4131 A that produce a power One stroke of a piston. All of the above.
mean? engine crankshaft.
pulse.
High exhaust temperatures from all of the cylinders of a
14 4262 A turbocharged, four-stroke/cycle diesel engine can be caused by inoperative turbocharger inadequate fuel supply overload on one cylinder unequal load distribution
an __________.
In a multi-cylinder, constant pressure, turbocharged diesel
combined exhaust
engine, the combined exhaust temperature at the turbocharger combined exhaust turbine blades are
14 4272 B pyrometer is reading turbine is overheating
inlet reads higher than the individual cylinder exhausts. This pyrometer is defective coated with carbon
normally
means the __________.

You are operating a 16-cylinder diesel engine at 75% load,

turning 900 RPM. All exhaust temperatures are between 900°F Increase the #3 cylinder
Stop the engine and Stop the engine and
and 950°F, except the #3 cylinder, with an indicated reading of rack setting and monitor
14 4372 C Reduce engine load. change out the #3 fuel adjust the #3 cylinder
750°F. All fuel rack settings are between 21 and 22 millimeters, the cylinder exhaust
nozzle. pump timing.
with the exception of a 17 millimeter setting for the #3 cylinder. temperature.
Which of the following corrections should be carried out?

Combustion knock will most likely occur as a result of using a

14 4555 A low ignition quality a high volatility low ignition delay a high cetane number
fuel with __________.
The ahead and astern
When operating astern,
The gear illustrated is a Both ahead and astern clutches engage their
Which of the following statements concerning the marine type the ahead pinion is
14 4764 C reversing double clutch glands are driven respective gear trains by MO-0085
reversing reduction gear set shown in the illustration is correct? mechanically jogged out
reduction gear. by the engine. sliding axially on the
of mesh with bull gear.
input shaft.

to ensure the automatic

to ensure the compound
to ensure the compound or manual blowdown rate
When checking for the presence of sulfite in the feedwater of an the hardness of the additions are adequate
14 7411 C additions are adequate and frequency is
auxiliary boiler, you are in essence checking __________. makeup feed water for controlling dissolved
for control of pH adequate for control of
oxygen
total dissolved solids
 If the load on a diesel engine equipped with an isochronous
14 7758 A hydraulic governor is increased, after compensation is performed remain the same increase decrease fluctuate
by the governor, the engine speed will __________.

Which of the listed fuel oil ignition methods are commonly found A high energy electric An incandescent glow A manually-operated
14 16872 A A gas pilot light
on automatically fired auxiliary boilers aboard merchant vessels? spark plug friction igniter

What method is used to supply air to the cylinders of the diesel Operation of the Operation of an auxiliary The pumping action of All of the above are
14 30972 D MO-0003
engine illustrated? turbcharger at full load blower at low load the piston correct.

The main source of fuel injection system malfunctions is

14 30999 B improper adjustments contaminated fuel coated fuel lines excessive vibration
__________.

The flash chamber attached to the auxiliary boiler illustrated, prevents flashing of regulates the eccentricity preheats feedwater permits heated boiler
14 31035 D MO-0078
__________. feedwater in the system of the thermostat tube entering the boiler water to flash into steam

move the igniter away close the manual fuel

To test the operation of the flame failure switch of an operating de-energize the high shift the controls to low
14 31197 C from the normal firing valve with the burner
automatically fired auxiliary boiler, you should __________. voltage ignition system fire
position firing

Which of the listed devices could be used as a ring groove Fine emery cloth or steel A section of the removed
14 31200 C Steel brush A case hardened scraper
cleaning tool during preparation for the installation of new rings? wool compression ring

On auxiliary boilers using individual flame scanners to monitor view the refractory
detect pilot flames that avoid detecting the pilot view the main flame in
14 31201 C the main and pilot flames, the main flame scanner should be directly opposite the
are incorrectly positioned flame its outer periphery
sighted to __________. main burner
The shape of a cam on a diesel engine determines the valve's All of the above are
14 31220 D point of opening speed of opening lift from its seat
__________. correct.