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Q1. A. State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with respect to the action to be taken in the event of a boiler uptake fire; B. State how the incidence of uptake fires may be minimized; C. State the reasons for blow – back from the furnace of an auxiliary boiler; D. State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer would issue with respect to the avoidance of boiler furnace blow – back.

Q6. With reference to hydraulic system for deck machinery identify: A. The types of contamination likely to be found in hydraulic systems for deck machinery; B. The sources of such impurities; C. Means used to prevent problems with contamination; D. Possible effects of the oil contamination on the system.

Q3. Sketch and describe a cargo space inert gas system producing washed gas from either a main boiler or from an independent gas generator module. Elaborate the alarms and cut-outs incorporated in the system to prevent any accident.; Explain the various protections for cargo tanks with respect to pressure vacuum build up inside the tanks.

Q6. A. Explain how and why the performance of reciprocating air compressor tends to “fall off” in service. B. State how “fall off” is indicated and to what extent permissible before correction; C. Describe how optimum performance is restored; D. What is the significance of clearance volume: for reciprocating air compressors.

Q2. With reference to lifeboats, describe with the aid of sketches: i. The handbrake used for lowering and state how it may be tested; ii. The centrifugal brake and state the method of testing; iii. Lifeboat servicing requirement and intervals for life boat wire fall renewal as per SOLAS 74. iv. The handbrake used for lowering

Q3. A. Explain the causes of the formation of mill scale on steel plate. Describe the preparation necessary before the application of conventional paints to the underwater surface of the hull; C. Describe a coating scheme for the underwater hull using conventional paints.

Q5. With regards to keeping the gas side of a boiler in good condition discuss each of the following A. The mechanism of combustion stating the factors which are important for good combustion; B. Fuel oil treatment; C. Soot removal equipment.

Q6. A. Draw a block diagram for a fully automated accommodation air conditioning unit, labelling the component parts and indicating the directions of air flow; B. Explain why the unit includes means of dehumidification and humidification; C. A chart is used for ensuring that the accommodation conditions are within the so-called Comfort Zone: what useful information does the chart give?

Q8. Explain why regular testing of water in auxiliary boiler is desirable; for each test, i.e. is carried out; Reason for making test; Acceptable values for any particular type of boiler; Action to be taken if measured value differs from desired value.