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What term is used when water and steam reach a point where they are no longer distinguishable and no further changes can occur with added heat or pressure?
What controls the maximum lift of the disk on a stop check valve?
What is the common unit used to measure power?
How many calories are approximately equal to 1 BTU?
What could be an indicator of moisture contamination in castable fireclay?
Which system is designed to hold final control elements in their last known position upon a loss of control air pressure?
The Oil Pollution Act of 1961 prohibits the discharge of oil or water having oil in it into the sea within how many miles of any land?
What documentation is essential for describing production processes according to naval maintenance practices?
What is the term for the amount by which the temperature of superheated steam exceeds the temperature of saturated steam at the same pressure?
Which NAVSUP form is utilized on non-automated ships?
What is the size of the internal drain hole on the soot blower bilge drain valve on 1200 psig systems?
What is the primary purpose of a Formal Work Package (FWP)?
What happens to the output on a nozzle and flapper assembly when the flow through the nozzle is decreased?
Which type of casualty is indicated by a reduction gear journal bearing showing a dramatic increase in temperature and then decreases to ambient temperature?
When warming up steam assisted atomizers, how long should you allow for warmup with steam before light off?
Who is primarily responsible for developing Engineering Training Team (ETT) drills?
Which type of tamping mix is most suitable for repairing cracks in refractory?
The handhole refacing tool must only be used by what personnel?
Who designates the fund codes that may be used by each ship and under what circumstances they may be used?
Why must a broken mica on the gauge glass be replaced promptly?
Which type of check valve features a disk that moves in an arc to open or close the valve?
At what pressure below the lowest safety valve setting are boiler safety valve gags placed on safety valves?
Why is the use of flexible-hose burner leads for propulsion boilers considered a fire hazard?
Which type of propulsion turbine is most commonly used?
What is the typical action taken to prevent tube marriages in boilers?
To what percent of normal boiler operating pressure must rerolled superheated tubes be hydrostatically tested?
In a three-element feedwater control system, which component develops a pneumatic signal proportional to the actual boiler water level?
How often is the Current Ships Maintenance Project (CSMP) verified and updated?
What is the water flowing out of the demineralizer to the condensate system called?
What provides a positive suction head to the main feed booster pump?
Which type of damage can cause localized pitting in boiler tubes?
ETT drills are permitted only on boilers that have achieved a boiler flex level test of which level or higher?
What is a PMS feedback report considered to be when the safety of personnel and equipment are involved?
Low pressure packing should never be used to pack which type of steam valves?
Cadmium plated fasteners are not recommended for use in systems with temperatures exceeding what?
What is one of the key advantages of steam atomization in propulsion boilers?
What are normally found on the fire row of the generating bank of boiler tubes?
What is a short term decrease in drum water level due to a change in firing rate or steam flow called?
What document provides the most current listing of Maintenance Index Pages (MIPs)?
What effect does exceeding the critical RPM have on an SSTG?
How tight must installed boiler safety valve gags be?
At what interval should the oil king check the lay-up status?
How often is the main shaft inflatable seal tested?
Who must approve drill packages prior to conducting ETI drills?
What is the minimum water temperature used for hydrostatic testing?
Which chemical can be used if sodium metasilicate is unavailable for boil-out?
What are the two forms of mechanical energy?
How frequently should the power-driven tube cleaner be lubricated while in operation?
Which person is ultimately responsible for the safety of a space that may have gas contamination?
Before entering boiler drums or fireboxes, what must be certified?
What is the purpose of the boiler air cock valves in main propulsion boilers?
What purpose do stack rain gutters serve?
What method is recommended for removing hard fouling from heat exchangers?
What are the two types of atomizers used with main propulsion boilers?
Who must maintain a constant security watch when conducting turbine nozzle clearances?
What information is contained in the liquid load plan (draft report)?
An operating main condenser must be secured if vacuum levels reach how many inches?
In automatic boiler controls, what is the primary purpose of the automatic feedwater control system?
Once a boiler purge is complete, within what time frame must fires be lighted?
What condition does a boiler face if it is not laid up properly after 24 hours idle time?
Which size holes are drilled in the front and rear economizer vestibules to alleviate gas leaks?
Why is the minimum signal selector verified along with the airflow transmitter during master light-off checks?
What is the cooling source for the inline desuperheater?
When steam is being admitted to the propulsion turbine, how long should the rotor remain idle?
What is the term for the loss of firebrick through cracking and subsequent breaking or crumbling?
What causes the ram to move on an electrohydraulic steering unit?
The high pressure turbine element is normally classified as what type of turbine?
What is the main purpose of a blowdown process in boiler operation?
How does temperature affect the lubrication of the main engine?
Water tracking and what other condition typically occur at the header ends of water wall tubes?
What type of propeller cleaning employs nonsiliceous material?
What is the required percentage of the EDTA solution when treating a boiler with EDTA waterside cleaning chemicals?
When is desiccant replacement necessary in the lay-up procedure?
Which publication gives burner tile fitting guidance?
An excess of which substance was probably used in mixing the material during installation of a castable burner if the front breaks up after very little use?
What principle is demonstrated when energy in is equal to energy out?
In a nitrogen blanket lay-up, what is a critical factor to maintain?
What is the common language of supply material identification?
What type of deposits are formed in the boiler due to oil contamination?
In what manner should the boiler be examined when oil contamination is suspected?
What is the function of the staff packing on a SSTG?
What does the term 'PMS' stand for in relation to lubrication schedules?
What is the operating pressure range for a medium pressure air compressor?
What is the temperature range of the thermometer used for flashpoint testing?
For optimal boiler performance, when should you assess the condition of the watersides?
What is the correct procedure for dipping bricks in mortar when laying firebrick?
What boiler component preheats the feedwater before it enters the steam drum?
What is the definition of a Curtis stage turbine?
What are the 5 wet lay-up methods?
How is desiccant lay-up monitored after the lay-up is established?
Detailed information on reduction gear security can be found in which NSTM?
What is the standard for ensuring gears are operationally sound during maintenance checks?
What is sludge in boiler water primarily composed of?
What type of information does the Engineering Department Organization Manual (EDORM) contain?
What is the purpose of the diffuser in an air register?
What action occurs during the formation of slag on the brickwork due to seawater contamination?
What is the maximum allowable safety valve lifting pressure tolerance on boilers with a steam drum pressure of 325 psi or below?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic associated with superheated steam?
Which systems do not use corrugated ribbon packing?
What is the required pressure of compressed air when using it for light off?
How many times should the filter handle be turned on an auxiliary turbine oil line during a watch?
What is mechanical energy in transition called?
Which of the following is NOT one of the main types of generating and circulating tubes?
How many Engineer's Bell Books are required if a ship has two shafts?
In which publication can general information about compressed air systems be found?
What is the operating pressure for testing rotary soot blowers as per PMS?
What is the maximum allowable pressure drop across a fuel oil duplex strainer when online?
How often should the water column and gauge glass be blown down?
Deviation is defined as the instantaneous difference between the actual value and which other value?
Which publication provides general information on threaded fasteners?
Which work center receives and files the PMS feedback report 4790/7B green copy?
Who is responsible to the CDO for the inport Fire Party?
How are atomizer spray plates orifices checked for proper size?
After releasing the hydrometer in the sample, how much time must be allotted for it to reach equilibrium when conducting an API gravity fuel oil test?
If oil spray nozzles on reduction gears become clogged, what corrective action should be taken?
Boiler tubes up to but not including 2-inch OD tubes must project into drums or headers at least how many inches?
What type of refractory is preferred for small repairs where standard size brick or tile cannot be used?
What indicates that a desiccant lay-up is within requirements?
What percent of the operating pressure must the hydrostatic test pressure be set at for checking rerolled tube seats for leakage?
What type is the main engine thrust bearing typically categorized as?
In control systems, what is the set point?
What does a Danger tag with the serial number 9-19 indicate?
Why is it important to ensure tubes project sufficiently into drums or headers?
What is installed to keep moisture out of the uptakes and boiler firesides?
All major weld repairs to boiler headers require a hydrostatic test at what percent of boiler design pressure?
Which action of the integral controller restores balance after a load change at the set point?
What can excessive force on boiler safety valve gags cause besides safety spindle deformation?
What type are Navy electrohydraulic winches classified as?
What type of cleaning is required for a newly erected boiler?
What is the primary goal of boiler water treatment?
Which component reduces the steam temperature of saturated steam in a 150 psig steam system?
What serves as the heating source for the economizer?
What is the maximum allowable safety valve lifting pressure tolerance on boilers with a steam drum pressure between 711-1410 psi?
If the white smoke condition cannot be corrected within one minute, what must be done?
What is typically used to measure the temperature within a boiler?
Where can detailed information on the selection of insulation, lagging, and fastening be found?
What refractory material is used for the innermost layer of the firebox furnace?
What is the correct term for the properties and risks associated with air systems under high pressure?
In automatic boiler controls, along with steam pressure and airflow, what is the third loop associated with the automatic boiler control system?
Bacteria in the water is maintained by what?
What type of valve is used to make relatively fine adjustments?
Which components of an outside micrometer are adjusted to make contact with the object being measured?
What is a common cause of boiler feedwater contamination?
Water gauge glasses are checked for operation after light off at what pressure for a D type boiler?
How many sections are in the PHEL curve?
How are handhole seats properly cleaned?
Hot air lay-up installation shall be inspected at what interval to ensure proper operation?
What is the most common type of stop valve?
How does seawater affect boiler water alkalinity?
What is the purpose of the apron plates?
Which type of valve allows for smooth flow regulation rather than a simple open/close function?
Who conducts the boiler flex testing?
Which reference delineates proper tag-out procedures?
What does a valve marked 2000 WOG indicate?
What component protects the SSTG turbine casing from excessive pressure?
How is the propeller and shaft supported outside the hull of the ship?
Which maximum furnace temperature is boiler refractory firebrick designed to withstand?
Why are all navy boilers laid-up when idle for more than 24 hours?
What type of cleaning method is less effective than high pressure water-jet cleaning for heat exchangers?
What is identified as the basic cause of all boiler explosions?
How frequently is boiler flex testing conducted in accordance with PMS?
Main reduction gears are inspected by NAVSEA at what interval?
Which property of boiler water can cause general waterside thinning of tubes when it is too low or too high for a long period?
In an automatic boiler control system, which integral controller action is used to return to set point after a disturbance?
What is installed to accommodate the expansion of refractories without exerting pressure on linings?
What are the two main components of an oil boiler?
When using compressed air for light-off, what is the required pressure of the compressed air?
Which type of firebrick damage can be caused by lowering boiler furnace temperatures too rapidly?
What does the 'Flank' speed designation generally indicate in a naval context?
What is the purpose of the boiler internal feed-water pipe?
Which NAVSUP form is utilized on mechanized (automated) ships?
What is the minimum lube oil temperature to the main engine before it is allowed to be jacked over?
What does the term 'singing' in reference to propeller behavior imply?
Who is the approving authority for repairs to turbine casing and rotor welds?
Who shall make frequent inspections to ensure sprayer plates and nozzles are in good condition?
What is used to cut threads in metal, plastics, and rubber?
Which type of strainers are prohibited for use in the fuel oil system?
What is the normal dismantling period to rebuild a safety shutoff device?
What is the effective loading pressure range on a general regulator combustion control system?
What does a red sealant on lagging cloth indicate?
On a nozzle reaction safety valve, what function does the guide ring serve?
What are caused on boiler tubes because of faulty manufacturing?
Which publication covers pollution control procedures?
Who is responsible for ensuring that the PMS Weekly schedule is adhered to?
Turbine lagging pads must be verified as non-asbestos using what guidance?
What device is installed on main engine thrust bearings to indicate flow?
What kind of information is typically exchanged through the Engineering Bell Book?
Which form must be filled out if a problem arises with a piece of machinery that is beyond the repair capability of the ship's force?
A flume not larger than how many feet emitting from the safety exhaust port is the maximum permissible boiler safety valve leakage?
How long is the hydrazine/morpholine lay-up effective for?
When dumping EDTA to the bilge, what is added to the bilge water to neutralize the EDTA corrosive properties?
In the moving blades of an impulse turbine, steam loses velocity and pressure does what?
Disposal of sodium nitrite must be in accordance with which NSTM chapter?
Will the inside of properly closing expansion joints be light or dark in color?
What best describes the operating principle of an impulse turbine?
Which ship's publication is used to combat Class B fires in propulsion spaces?
What action must be taken if internal turbine damage is suspected and requires lifting the turbine?
Along with spalling, what is another main cause of refractory deterioration?
Which of the following terms best describes the operational safety feature of winches?
What feature distinguishes an inside micrometer from an outside micrometer?
Speed-limiting governors installed on auxiliary turbines are designed to limit maximum speed to what percentage of designed speed?
What term is used to describe the act of adding or subtracting from a control system signal?
An incandescent dazzling white burner flame typically indicates what condition?
What is one of the characteristic features of a high turndown ratio in steam atomization?
What is the required percentage of contact for turbine casing joints with pumping grooves?
What does the acronym AEL stand for?
Superheater protection steam is taken from which system?
What material are oil deflectors manufactured from?
What usually characterizes the appearance of tool marks on boiler tubes?
What term describes unevaporated boiler water carried out of the steam drum due to malfunctioning internals?
Propellers that have been in operation for more than five years must be inspected using which technique?
What three types of anchor windlass will you find onboard a ship?
Which type of operation is considered the safest for engineering plant alignment?
Which of the following is not one of the authorized cleaning methods for removing soft deposits?
What is the consequence of not inspecting overflow line valves as required?
Which type of tubes are NOT typically used in a D-type boiler?
Which periodicity code indicates a situation requirement check?
What is the main purpose of the Naval Ship's Technical Manual (NSTM)?
What is the significance of spacing refractory anchors correctly?
What material is silica gel or silicate primarily used for?
Permission to open any access to the main engine reduction gears must be obtained from whom?
A pressure reducing valve is installed upstream of the air lock system and maintains the control air pressure at what?
Which term is defined as any quantity or condition that is varied by a control measured and controlled by a control system?
What is the primary role of the Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW)?
What is the range of the thermometer used in API gravity testing?
What is the primary purpose of a check valve in marine applications?
When is a steam blanket lay-up considered lost?
What tool is used to tighten nuts, bolts, and fasteners to a specific tolerance?
What is the probable cause of a racing fuel oil service pump?
What is the maximum water temperature used for hydrostatic testing?
Fuel tank air escape outlets are fitted with flash screens of what mesh size?
What type of joints use packing material?
How is a dental-type coupling lubricated?
How often should a hot air lay-up installation be inspected?
Which tool is specifically used to resurface handhole seats?
What is a common result of improper venting during the installation of plastic fire clay?
What can modern naval boilers tolerate before suffering tube ruptures due to scale?
A high pressure air compressor is defined as operating above what pressure?
What is formed by the reaction of ash and seawater solids with brick work?
What is the primary function of the operational logs in a machinist's mate role?
What device is installed in steam lines to drain condensate while preventing steam escape?
How many RPMs does the flashpoint tester's stirring mechanism rotate?
A nut designated as B-16 is classified as what level of threaded fastener?
Which term describes the first escape of steam before a safety valve actually lifts?
What type of valve is a combination of a gate valve and a plug valve?
What is the required gear tooth contact after installing new bearings on an SSTG reduction gear?
What is the minimum percentage of tooth contact required for satisfactory operation of reduction gears with a 125 k-factor or less?
Which type of steam trap operates on the principle that hot water under pressure flashes into steam when the pressure is reduced?
Lowering the adjusting ring on a huddling chamber safety valve when setting boiler safety valves will decrease blowdown and raise what?
Where can water contamination tests for fuel oil storage and service tanks be found?
How long is the Engineering Log held on board?
At what process stage is the steam converted back to water in a condenser?
Kingpost bearings are designed to accommodate what types of load?
Which pressure range is typical for operational systems on a ship’s machinery?
What type of packing is constructed from 100% graphite?
How can heavy fireside deposits in boilers be significantly reduced?
In automatic boiler controls, which component converts the fuel oil demand signal?
What is the maximum allowable conductivity of shore steam?
Along with drum level and steam flow, which signal is associated with the feedwater control system?
What component in the three-element feedwater control system develops a pneumatic output signal proportional to the difference between its outputs?
Which cleaning method is categorized under mechanical cleaning?
What is the primary cause of turbine blade failure?
What is the effect of moving a balanced piston-type valve to the off-center position?
How should a damaged auxiliary turbine blade be removed when reblading is not feasible?
When boiler tubes are removed, what is sent to the Type Commander (TYCOM) along with a report of findings?
What determines the backlash on a pair of double helical gears?
What is the maximum allowable bearing temperature during engine operation?
Which type of boiler casualty requires the boiler to be purged after securing the boiler?
In reference to automatic boiler controls, the max signal selector selects the higher of which two signals?
What tool is typically used to split boiler tubes in preparation for removal?
What type of valve is shaped to hold a cylindrical or tapered plug?
What is the maximum temperature an insulating block can withstand?
How is the total heating surface of a naval boiler defined?
What is the definition of chemical energy?
What should be done to all blowdown valves after a 15-minute cooldown period?
Which corner is annotated by the authorizing officer to indicate Damage Control Central was notified about in-progress tag-outs?
What is the primary function of the duplex strainer in the fuel oil system?
What is the purpose of the airflow transmitter in boiler operations?
What critical strategy should be adopted when changing boiler operating temperatures?
Who must authorize the removal of inspection plates, connections, fittings, or covers from the reduction gear casing?
Which percent of boiler design pressure must the boiler be hydrostatically tested to if it has an unsatisfactory strength inspection at the five-year period?
What should be checked after heavy black smoke conditions in a steaming boiler?
The required bell when belling boiler tubes up to but not including 2 inches OD is not less than 1/16" but must not exceed how many inches?
What device prevents rotation of the propeller during a casualty?
If the boiler inspection device (BIDS) fogs up during a furnace inspection, what is the probable cause?
What must be affixed to all corrugated ribbon containers?
In an automatic boiler control system, what does the system compare the measured value to?
Which type of solution can be used in conjunction with the back of your hand to find leaks within the boiler air casing?
What is a mode of heat transfer that does not require physical contact between the warmer substance and the cooler substance?
What type of document is the Engineering Bell Book classified as?
What term describes thermal energy that is in transition?
What is the trip setting for individual final control element air lock valves in terms of air pressure?
What action must be taken if the safety valves of a boiler cannot be adjusted to lift within the prescribed range?
What is the frequency of blowing tubes on a steaming boiler?
What is the purpose of a Boat Report?
What is the maximum time limit for a nitrogen blanket lay-up?
How often must the main reduction gear dehumidifier system be checked for correct operation?
The entire furnace deck must be renewed when the firebrick reaches how many inches for anchored decks?
What occurs in the boiler due to overheating of tubes or from stresses developed during installation?
What is used to lag the atomization piping at the burner front on ships with steam atomization?
What is one of the results of a blown diaphragm in the combustion control system?
At what boiler pressure is the sodium nitrite solution injected into the boiler before a dry lay-up?
During the weekly lubrication of the reduction gear, how many turns should the propeller shaft be jacked?
In the removal of fouling from heat exchangers, what is a key benefit of acid cleaning?
Which component provides lubrication in high-speed applications like gear couplings?
What term is used to describe a quantity or condition varied by a control system?
What guidelines are established for main propulsion boilers to reduce feedwater consumption on steaming boilers?
Which of the following describes the primary reason for the use of economizers in steam systems?
Who is responsible for maintaining a master ETI drill package?
What does a controlled superheat boiler achieve in terms of steam generation?
Who determines the combination of boilers and burners for optimal efficiency?
What action should be taken if a flame goes out during boiler operation?
What detrimental effect can occur from over-tightening the gauge glass studs?
Control systems for naval air compressors are primarily which type?
What is the purpose of an individual equipment log in operational logs?
In a spring-loaded reducing valve, which forces are acting against each other?
At least once every how many minutes must the engine be rotated while waiting to answer all bells after the main engines have been tested and warmed up?
A boiler test shall be conducted with a boiler load change of 70% in 45 seconds, ranging from 15 to what % of full boiler power?
What type of burner front cracks are caused by normal expansion and contraction?
Who has the authority to authorize the dismantling or removal of any MRG casing or its access openings?
Where does the majority of steam that leaves the superheater go?
What type of energy is described by fuel oil used in a boiler?
What is the liquid called that is returned to the liquid state by cooling in a condenser after steam has done its work?
Which NSTM chapter contains general information on various automatic boiler control systems?
In which scenarios are radial burner front cracks typically formed?
Soot blowers now in service may be classified into what two general types?
How can damaged labyrinth packing be repaired when replacement is not possible?
What type of action does a Job Sequence Number (JSN) typically represent?
In the event of lost control air pressure, which pressure will the main feed pump control valve fail to?
What is the Ship's Configuration Change form number?
Which document is important for tracking uncompleted PMS checks?
In steam turbine operations, what does a radial flow indicate?
What type of hazard is primarily associated with soot?
Which type of QA package would a motor rewind require?
How many BTU are needed to change a pound of ice at 32 degrees F to a pound of water at the same temperature?
How far apart should refractory anchors be spaced in large areas?
A bowed rotor is caused by what?
Boiler water carryover to the steam turbines is the greatest concern for the engineering plant when which type of boiler casualty occurs?
What effect does adjusting the spring force of a regulator have on fuel oil pressure?
When tightening male threads on fasteners, how many threads should protrude beyond the top of the nut?
The Engineering Log is a legal record that must be retained onboard for how many years?
When performing maintenance, which program helps in tracking the completion of tasks?
What is the purpose of an atomizer in an oil boiler?
Main engine lube oil temperature is reduced to what temperature when approaching port?
What function does nichrome wire serve in the refractory?
How many independent units does the power unit consist of?
What type of pressure compressors are categorized into low, medium, and high pressure?
What is the minimum steam atomization temperature at the burner front?
Which index lists onboard ships drawings and blueprints?
Which component is typically used to control the speed of the hydraulic winch?
What is the quickest means to determine any change in the relief position of the propulsion turbine rotor caused by bearing wear?
What is the maximum temperature rise across a bearing on an operating main feed pump?
What is a crucial aspect of the responsibilities of the EOOW when the ship is underway?
What best defines the term 'energy'?
What is the typical consequence of not adequately maintaining boiler water quality?
What is the blowdown range for safety valves installed on naval vessels?
How often must the boiler safety valve hand easing gear be checked during boiler operation?
During inspections, which areas of a propulsion turbine require special attention for potential wear?
What is the main responsibility of the Engineering Duty Officer (EDO)?
What two sheets of steel make up the construction of the steam drum?
How many minutes at a maximum can a boiler smoke white before it must be secured?
What should a Cold Iron Watch do if unusual conditions are observed?
What is the maximum steady state superheater outlet temperature on a D-type 1200 psig boiler?
What is the smallest percentage of gas (vapor) that will make an ignitable mixture called?
What advantage does a locked-train reduction gear have?
For what application are plug valves commonly used?
What function does the trick wheel serve in a steering system?
Under what condition is the industrial hydrazine/morpholine lay-up considered lost?
What is the desired restriction in the path of flow concerning automatic boiler controls?
How long must castable refractory be air cured prior to being baked out?
Which tool is used to check the size of atomizer sprayer plate orifices?
What is the purpose of the diffuser in an air register?
What does the daily fuel and water report include?
Which statement about chemical energy is true in relation to fuel oil?
What connects the high pressure turbine to the low pressure turbine?
What is the function of the Maintenance Requirement Card (MRC)?
What kind of maintenance schedule is typically recommended for propulsion turbines?
Which boiler casualty will be caused by a loss of the operating main feed pump?
What type of turbine does not have a nozzle to direct steam but has a set of fixed blades?
Is it permissible to use shore steam for steam atomization?
Dishwashing machines are classified into how many groups?
A steam blanket lay-up should be monitored at what frequency by a responsible watch stander?
What is the maximum pressure at which steam-jacketed kettles operate?
What is the most important feature of the atomizer assembly in an oil burner?
How long should castable be allowed to set before it is discarded if not used?
Where is distillate typically stored on a ship?
Who authorizes Out of Calibration and Out of Commission labels?
What is the typical allowable thrust clearance end play on an auxiliary turbine?
How frequently must overflow line valves that are accessible without entering the tank be inspected and cleaned?
What is the lube oil cooler outlet temperature maintained at?
What should be checked before starting a boiler operation?
Who records bearing measurements and in which document?
Which device is used for the API gravity fuel oil test?
What is the primary purpose of the low water cutoff in a boiler system?
How often must steam-propelled ships take water indicating paste cuts on idle fuel tanks?
What is the desired range of steam atomization temperature?
What are the two major hardness constituents in boiler water that contribute to scale?
What type of measurement does an outside micrometer provide?
Disposal of sodium nitrite shall be IAW what NSTM?
One horsepower is equivalent to what amount of work?
What function does the steam smothering system serve?
What are two types of boiler tube expanders?
What determines the output of an escapement valve in automatic boiler controls?
To what distance should the boiler tube ends be polished when preparing for installation?
Boiler full power capability will be adversely affected if what percentage of generating tubes are plugged?
Which document is considered the primary reference for Ship Maintenance Activity (SMA) guidelines?
What is the primary function of refractory material in a boiler?
Where can procedures for cleaning contaminated fuel oil storage and service tanks be found?
What is termed when there is a short-term decrease in drum water level due to a change in firing rate?
What are adjacent boiler tubes defined as when they are warped in such a way that they touch each other?
What must be signed by the repair activity representative to indicate satisfaction with the tag-out?
What is the function of boiler insulation?
Which Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) section is referred to as the 200 series?
What is the maximum time limit for a nitrogen blanket lay-up?
When is the work on a propulsion turbine considered complete after inspection and repair?
Which procedures are utilized to verify that each boiler control component is functioning properly prior to boiler flex testing?
Fireside thinning is primarily associated with which type of corrosion?
In which type of tubes are thick-lipped ruptures most commonly found?
Which publication provides guidance on acid cleaning of heat exchangers?
How is the principle of the conservation of energy stated?
What can adjusting the fuel oil header pressure during a white smoke condition lead to?
Turbine failure must be reported to whom?
What happens when the pressure in a line exceeds the relief valve setting?
What action do steam separators use to separate the steam and water mixture?
Who is responsible for inspecting the condition of sprayer plates and nozzles?
If saturated steam at a pressure of 1200 psia and a saturation temperature of 567 degrees F is superheated to 900 degrees F, what is the degree of superheat?
In automatic boiler controls, which two inputs are used for the minimum signal selector?
How long must hydrostatic pressure be maintained before inspecting pressure parts?
What is the formula used to calculate horsepower from foot pounds of work done?
What NSTM covers propulsion and SSTG turbines?
What tool is specifically designed to remove broken screws without causing damage to the surrounding material?
Along with steam pressure control loop and airflow control loop, which other loop is associated with the automatic boiler control system?
What does the term radial flow refer to in steam operations?
What component will move along with the ram unit in an electrohydraulic steering system?
Main propulsion boilers are inspected at what periodicity?
What allows an operator to operate certain valves from distant locations?
Which type of plug is typically used for plugging boiler tubes?
Who is responsible for witnessing or designating someone to ensure that full boiler flex testing is conducted within PMS requirements?
Which type of boiler inspection is most critical for determining the need for repairs?
What is the primary function of the boiler sliding feet?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of a safety valve?
Which Quality Assurance (QA) form is used for testing and inspection?
What is the definition of potential energy?
Which block of the NAVSUP Form 1250 is the Job Sequence Number (JSN) inputted?
What is the maximum allowable gap between two sidewall tubes in a D. Type boiler?
What is the commonly accepted practice before starting a boiler?
Where can guidance and general information on all naval boilers be found?
What is the purpose of a blowdown in a steam boiler?
Identify a common symptom resulting from insufficient heat absorption in boiler tubes.
What is used on non-condensing turbines to protect the casing from excessive pressure?
Which type of inert gas is commonly used to test expansion valves?
What is the allowable tolerance for a simmering boiler safety valve, assuming it is not at boiler operating pressure and is less than the blowdown?
In what type of check valve does the disk move up and down due to changes in fluid pressure?
What is the minimum allowable lube oil temperature when starting Ship's Service Turbo Generators (SSTG's)?
Where is firebrick likely to break when raising the boiler furnace temperature too rapidly?
How often are low pressure air compressor relief valves lifted by hand?
How does the mesh size of a flash screen impact fuel tank operation?
What does the Main Propulsion Assistant (MPA) handle?
Which term is defined as the interval of time between the start of a response and its completion?
Which type of strainer is designed to house two single element filters?
What must be maintained during the boiling out process of a newly erected boiler?
How many foot pounds per second does a 3 horsepower engine generate?
What type of hazard does soot create?
Once the boiler purge is complete, what is the time frame in which fires must be lit?
What is the lifting capacity of an aircraft elevator?
Planned Maintenance System (PMS), Maintenance Data System (MDS), and which other system are the three separate 3-M system subsystems?
What is the main purpose of operating soot blowers in a proper sequence?
What hydrostatic test methods utilize the boiler's steady state operating pressure?
What is a typical indicator of fatigue in boiler tubes?
What is indicated on a Danger tag?
What is the minimum steam drum pressure on an operating boiler?
Volume 3 of which publication contains general guidelines for engineering casualty control?
What is the purpose of the needle valve installed on an auxiliary turbine?
When removing lagging, who should be contacted immediately if unsure of the material?
An operating SSTG must be secured when vacuum decreases to how many inches?
What is the main role of the Engineer Officer regarding safety locks?
What type of boiler tube rupture resembles a burst bubble with tapered edges?
What is used to identify a specific or non-specific maintenance action?
What type of failure can result from improperly installed mortared joints in firebrick?
What is the maximum time limit for a steam blanket lay-up?
Which condensers are the principal sources of condensate?
What material should be used to fill gaps exceeding 1/4 inch on two sidewall tubes?
What will happen if the water level in the boiler is too low?
How often must the cleaning handle be rotated as well as cleaning performed on knife edge type strainers while they are online?
What are the three endpoints a steaming boiler has?
What type of boiler consists of one or more water drums?
Which type of damage causes deformation from semi-plastic flow of the tube metal due to mild overheat?
What is the primary function of a check valve?
What type of steam trap relies on the variable density of condensate?
Sputtering burner flames are an indication of what?
What is the required hydrostatic test pressure after the replacement of certain boiler components?
On a D-type boiler, where is the superheater located?
If lumps are discovered in a newly opened bag of castable, what action should be taken?
What type of mechanism is commonly used in shipboard steering systems?
How many hours must the boiler boiling out procedure last once the solution reaches the proper temperature?
Which device would most likely be used in the calibration of marine equipment?
What should be checked to ensure proper boiler operation?
When measuring a manhole seat with a feeler gauge, what is the maximum taper allowed?
What material is used in lubricated corrugated ribbon packing?
What is the periodicity of lubricating sliding feet?
How many minutes is steam admitted to the boiler firebox when raw fuel is discovered on the firebox floor?
What size fire hose is typically used during the backflushing procedure?
Who signs and dates the PMS Cycle schedule?
When the main feed pump discharges feedwater toward the boiler, the feedwater is transported by what kind of heat transfer?
Why is it important to maintain the water column and gauge glass?
Water washing of boiler firesides shall only be accomplished after approval from whom?
What is one critical function of the governor in an SSTG?
What is the saturation pressure for water at a saturation temperature of 212 degrees F?
What is the most common material defect found in boiler tubes?
What is the required size of mortared joints when installing firebrick?
To whom are tag-out audit results reported?
Steam-jacketed kettles are primarily made of what material?
What is a single stage impulse turbine usually called?
What is the main purpose of the air compressor unloading system?
Who is authorized to extend the ten-year reduction gear inspection?
The term total float clearance refers to what?
What is the purpose of the bilge drain valve in the soot blower piping system?
What is the maximum allowed time limit for a steam blanket lay-up?
Which type of air-powered chisel is used to cut the old tube flush with the drum or header?
When should the blowdown of a safety valve be checked?
In what increments is the thimble on an outside micrometer divided?
In boiler feedwater, which tanks is distillate stored?
What implication does a safety valve have in pressure systems?
Which Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) section is termed the 400 series?
How often should hot air lay-up installations be inspected?
Who specifies which engineering operating records will be maintained?
When dealing with controlled equipage, which of the following forms is crucial for compliance?
Which of the following actions should be taken when preparing for a boiler system lay-up?
What percentage of boiler full power capacity is boiler overload capacity normally?
How many pounds of sodium metasilicate is required per 1000 gallons of feed water during the boil-out procedure?
What is the maximum final distillate salinity indicator reading?
Who is responsible for maintaining the main engine reduction gear keys at all times?
What must be performed on boilers under specific lay-ups before shifting to a hydrazine lay-up?
Which authority must grant permission to change safety valve settings?
Boiler operation along with what else are the major causes of burner front parallel cracking?
Where can specific information concerning pressure gauges and thermometers be found?
What does the term "steaming hours" refer to?
In which scenario is potential energy highest?
What are two types of reduction gears commonly used in auxiliary turbines?
What is the term for steam returned to liquid state in a condenser?
What is one of the primary publications for shipboard use in identifying material and also provides information on how much of what material to stock aboard ship?
Who conducts the pre-close out inspection of the main reduction gear?
What are the three basic physical states of all matter?
What is the maximum shoulder clearance on a manhole plate?
How many volumetric air changes does a boiler purge have?
Which type of positioner is commonly used with the feedwater control valve?
What device is used to remove airborne oil fog from the MRG vent airstream?
A fixed joint is identified by the first digit in the symbol number, which would be?
What is installed in heat exchangers to protect against galvanic corrosion?
What type of plug is utilized to seal a drum or header tube hole if replacement tubes are not available?
What is indicated by radial cracking in a burner front?
Which type of relays on a general regulator combustion control system prevent the master demand signal from bleeding out the range?
How is tubing identified in the Navy?
What prevents a relief valve from lifting at normal operating pressure?
In a spring-loaded reducing valve, what determines the position of the auxiliary valve?
At what pressure does a steamer typically operate?
When the l/o neutralization number exceeds which value is it required to change the l/o in the main pump?
What device is installed to stop the high pressure air compressor automatically when the cooling water rises above a safe limit?
Who administers the hydrazine/morpholine lay-up?
What acid cleaning method is used onboard ship for coolers?
What is one major consequence of inadequate tooth contact in reduction gears?
What pressure must the boiler be hydrostatically tested to after completion of boiler boiling out?
Which type of sample must be drawn prior to starting any steam-driven turbine equipment?
Which manual outlines the organizational management and operation of the engineering department?
What device protects the steering pump unit from over pressurization?
What does the acronym APL stand for?
What is the only authoritative source of information on the boiler system on any ship?
What does the term 'loading pressure' refer to in pneumatic systems?
Which term is defined as the time required to transport a change from one place to another?
What is the minimum allowable temperature of the oil supplied to the reduction gears before jacking over the gears?
Which type of deposits is the boiling out procedure for naval boilers used to remove?
What tool is used to perform the heat stress survey in the absence of the WGBT meter?
If specific heat is a thermal property, what can be said about its value?
Which component allows the operator to adjust the airflow signal for optimum combustion?
In which turbine are the astern turbine elements located?
What is typically checked during the maintenance of auxiliary turbines?
Why are naval boilers laid-up when idle for more than 24 hours?
What class of valves does a gate valve represent?
Potential energy can be calculated using which formula?
What is the primary function of an electrohydraulic steering unit?
What must the authorizing officer notify about in progress tag-outs to ensure that they are fully cognizant of the extent of the tag-out and the status of the material condition of the unit?
What type of seat does a butterfly valve have?
What mechanism ensures proper alignment in a steam turbine?
Which component in a boiler is primarily responsible for protecting the furnace refractories?
How many quarts of non-ionic wetting agent are required per 1000 gallons of feed water for the boiler boiling-out procedure?
What is an essential action after a boiler has been taken offline for maintenance?
Why is the prevention of scale in dishwashing machines critical?
What type of anchors are specifically used for castable or plastic refractory?
What is the mode of heat transfer that occurs by transmission of heat by the circulation of a liquid or a gas?
What function does the safety shutoff valve serve?
Which turbine generates power through the expansion of steam in the blades?
Who typically performs the ten year reduction gear inspection?
At what temperature should the journal bearing be closely monitored to avoid overheating?
Which type of valve opens automatically when the pressure in the line becomes too high?
What type of valve is used on overboard overflows to prevent backflow of water from the sea?
In a steam turbine, what role do bearings play?
Do header type boilers have a water drum?
How often should a safety shutoff device be dismantled for rebuilding?
What information does the Ships Information Book (SIB) cover?
What type of circulation results from installing the generating tubes at an increased inclination?
What component is responsible for reducing the steam temperature of saturated steam in the 150 psig steam system?
What is the minimum steam atomization temperature at the burner front?
What must never be adjusted during a white smoke condition on an operating boiler?
Which term is defined as the compressed air that is supplied to each pneumatic unit?
Which term describes a metallic hammering sound or a definite vibratory noise within a safety valve when setting boiler safeties?
Custody of keys for all security locks falls under the responsibility of whom?
What is the term for unevaporated boiler water carried out of the steam drum with the steam?
What is considered the most effective form of engineering casualty control?
What is the purpose of a blind nipple in regards to boiler maintenance?
What is the minimum flashpoint of JP-5 (F-44)?
For an SSTG with helical gears, what is the necessary reduction gear tooth contact?
What must be known to calculate the required amount of descaling solution for a dishwashing machine?
Why are extraction valves fitted on some LP and HP turbines?
What two processes are commonly used to harden gear elements?
What is the significance of a PMS feedback report in maintenance schedules?
Which component is designed to reduce lag time caused by forced draft blower inertia?
How does the maintenance of PMS Quarterly schedules contribute to ship operations?
When vapor is in contact with its liquid source and maintains temperature, this state is known as?
Which type of energy is primarily associated with the heat generated by friction?
What type of gauge is used to measure the clearance between the high pressure and low pressure turbines?
What type of boiler inspection is performed after water washing?
Who updates the PMS Quarterly schedule on a weekly basis?
A pH of seven is defined as?
Where can information on correcting a bowed rotor casualty be found?
What type of refractory brick is used for the innermost layer of the furnace?
The main engine locking device should only be engaged when what condition is met?
Which type of turbine is designed for higher efficiency with lower pressure at the exhaust?
How is power defined in a mechanical context?
When warming a propulsion turbine, how often should the turbine be rotated with steam?
What is the principle of energy conservation related to?
What is the periodicity for testing boiler safety hand easing gear?
In reduction gear maintenance, what is used to ensure proper alignment between the gears?
What is the primary purpose of performing a boil-out procedure in naval boilers?
What is the primary function of the thrust bearing in a main engine?
When the ship is within 1 hour of port or anchorage and maintaining standard speed, the reduction gear lube oil temperature is lowered to what?
What is the friction loss in a journal bearing directly proportional to?
What is the function of the nozzles on the soot blower element?
What is the minimum pressure required for a nitrogen blanket lay-up?
What is the required contact for non-pumping groove joints after opening a propulsion turbine casing joint?
Steam turbine rotors and bearings are classified as what level of repairable part?
Which medium is utilized along with oil pressure to power aircraft elevators?
What will increase in boiler water due to an excessive amount of hydroxyl ions?
During a heavy black smoke condition, the burner flame will be what color?
What principle is used to describe the efficiency of a crane's load handling capabilities?
What must never be adjusted during a white smoke casualty to the boiler?
What is the main role of boiler air cock valves during boiler filling?
A deferred action must be prepared using OPNAV Form 4790/2K if a problem arises with a piece of equipment that can't be repaired within how many days?
How many pounds of anhydrous Trisodium phosphate (TSP) are used per 1000 gallons of feed water in the boiler boiling-out procedure?
How can practically all shipboard packing and gasket problems be solved?
What is the function of the fixed blades of a reaction turbine?
What holds firebrick and burner tile securely in place?
The circulation in a natural circulation boiler is an example of which type of heat transfer?
What is the name given to compressed air moving between pneumatic units?
The main engine flexible coupling serves to protect the engine from which type of forces?
Who is responsible for monitoring water and fuels onboard?
What is the primary function of a steam trap in a steam system?
What maintenance document typically records the condition and inspections of reduction gears?
What prevents a steam-jacketed kettle from over pressurization?
What is the purpose of the diffuser in a combustion system?
How often should a desiccant lay-up be monitored by the responsible watch stander after establishment?
In the context of main propulsion boilers, what initially causes the lifting of a safety valve?
How often should the oil king check the lay-up status?
Which component within the general regulator combustion control system develops a demand signal to maintain the boiler at a desired standard?
How is axial-entry type turbine blading secured to the rotor wheel?
What tool is specifically used to dress bruised or rusted threads?
Which publication provides instructions for preparing and using the Engineering Log?
When is industrial hydrazine/morpholine lay-up considered a loss?
What is considered a stage on an impulse turbine?
What is used to seal the nozzle diaphragm and the rotor on an SSTG?
How is EDTA cleaning classified?
How must atomizer sprayer plates be stored?
When operating the anchor windlass, care must be taken to inspect what frequently?
What is a common misconception about boiler explosions?
What is admitted to the boiler air casing during a fire in the air casing until the fire is out?
How many minutes is the air lock designed to hold for?
What type of fasteners must be used in salt water coolers?
What are the three components of the Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS)?
What type of plugs are used for temporarily plugging blocked tubes in heat exchangers?
What is the purpose of a nitrogen blanket in lay-up procedures?
What are the three end points a steaming boiler has?
What is the greatest concern from the safety standpoint if fuel is obtained from outside the military supply system?
What does the second digit of the symbol number indicate in valve classification?
Which acid is commonly used to descale a dishwasher?
Which property is critical to assess when sourcing fuel from outside the military supply system?
Which type of energy transformation occurs in a bicycle when pedaling up a hill?
What is the primary function of a gate valve in a piping system?
Which term is used for a record sheet that has technical bulletins containing information about material such as composition and health hazards?
What is the primary function of an unloading valve?
How many years are PMS Quarterly schedules kept on file?
What component assists in the proper mixing of air and fuel oil spray in a combustion system?
What is the desired range of steam atomization temperature?
What is the transverse diametrical pitch of a reduction gear?
What are the four classifications of boiler tube damage?
Which form is mandatory when dealing with controlled equipage?
After accounting for obstructions, what is the rated capacity percentage of a fuel tank?
What is typically the part of a valve that moves to start or stop the flow of fluid?
How are powered conveyors typically configured?
What is installed on the boiler to allow operators to observe the water level from their watch stations?
What is the only thing that can be measured at its thinnest point to really determine the condition of a furnace wall?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Current Ships Maintenance Project (CSMP)?
What potentially dangerous condition might result from improper lubrication of gear couplings?
In case of a failure of both hydraulic pumps, what backup pumping system is provided?
What is the only moving part in an impulse steam trap?
Why must a predetermined tightening sequence be used when tightening the gage glass studs?
Auxiliary boilers supply steam for all services except which of the following?
What is the term for compressed air that travels from a pneumatic unit to a motor operator of a final control element?
What method of measurement is used to determine radial seal wear?
Who receives the PMS feedback report 4790/7B blue copy?
Which potential issue in air compressors can be mitigated by regular testing of relief valves?
What must be done prior to starting a boiler?
Why is a prior to light-off sample not necessary on a freshly filled and treated boiler?
During a serious contamination incident, at what interval should boiler samples be drawn?
What is the term for an uncontrolled oscillation of a controlled variable in automatic boiler controls?
How are flanges installed in a non-ferrous system?
What is the function of the nozzle ring on a nozzle reaction safety valve?
What is the purpose of the apron plates in a boiler?
When fitting newly installed boiler generating tubes, what is the first step in the process?
When laying up reduction gears for an extended period, what is used to keep them moisture-free?
Which Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) section is termed the 100 series?
What should be done if a micrometer becomes miscalibrated during measurement?
What is the recommended action for boiler lay-ups when transitioning to hydrazine?
A closed loop system gives a comparison with the desired condition by using what method?
When dissolved oxygen enters the boiler water, what type of corrosion is typically caused?
Which type of check is indicated by a PMS periodicity code of "R"?
Which type of packing is typically used in boiler soot blowers?
Why is it important to monitor boiler air casing fires?
Which section complements Fundamentals, Systems, and Watch-standing in the Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS)?
What hydrostatic test pressure mandates the renewing of all boiler handhole and manhole gaskets after testing?
To what percent of rated load are cranes designed to withstand at no speed?
What is the required length of the test flame on the flashpoint tester when conducting flashpoint testing?
The use of a compensating relay in boiler controls helps to achieve which of the following?
Who maintains the Engineer's Bell Book when throttle control is on the bridge?
What occurs when a rising stem gate valve is opened?
Which figure oversees the overall briefing and completion of boiler flex testing protocols?
What device is used to prevent over travel of the aircraft elevator?
What does the term 'static pressure' refer to in boiler operations?
What is a primary cause of dissolved oxygen corrosion in boilers?
Which tubes do not generate steam during high firing rates?
What is the standard temperature for determining volume on all petroleum products?
What is used to keep a record of defective boiler tubes and renewed tubes?
What is the purpose of a hydrostatic test in the context of boiler maintenance?
Which temperature range is lube oil maintained at on an operating main engine?
What type of cracking is caused by stresses from normal expansion and contraction in a burner front?
Where is the kingpost bearing located?
How are relief valves typically set?
What is one benefit of cleaner burning of residual fuel in steam atomization?
What is the function of the main propulsion plant in the engineering department?
What type of burner front cracking occurs due to stresses from normal expansion and contraction?
Who is ultimately responsible for maintenance on board Navy ships?
Who is primarily responsible for maintaining the operational state of auxiliary systems while at port?
During which stage does a boiler require the most careful monitoring for pressure changes?
How long is it permissible to interrupt a steam or nitrogen blanket lay-up for emergency repairs?
What is located after the air inlet within the bottom of the vent fog precipitator?
What type of tool is a safety ripping chisel?
Which test method involves adding a reagent solution of known concentration into a sample of known volume to analyze the concentration?
Who is responsible for approving all procedures for repairing non-bronze propellers?
If 1" or 1.25" tubes in the main generating bank are married, the tube joints must be tested at which percent of boiler steady state pressure and satisfactorily pass hydro in order for no corrective action to be taken?
Plastic is vented at how many inch intervals along the center line when using plastic fire clay for burner cone installation?
What prevents windmilling of an idle forced draft blower while the other blower is online?
Which boiler flex level is considered optimum for plant operation?
What is the purpose of backflushing heat exchangers?
Which temperature indicates a hot main condenser?
What is the most common type of tube perforation?
What issue arises from a malfunctioning or improperly operating DFT?
What is defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water through 1 degree on the Celsius scale?
At what pressure is the master air lock trip valve set in automatic boiler controls?
What is the first stage in the separation of steam and water in a CE boiler?
In which unit is heat measured?
What is the primary purpose of high pressure water-jet cleaning?
Which pressure must safeties be lifted to if a steaming boiler suffers a ruptured tube?
What is the maximum allowable RPM differential for two force draft blowers operating in parallel?
What is the role of the Gas Free Engineer?
When warming up steam assisted atomizers, how long is the recommended warm-up time with steam prior to light-off?
What safety feature is crucial for preventing overpressure situations in boiler systems?
How many pumps typically drive one wildcat?
In the feedwater control system, which element is measured alongside boiler drum level and steam flow?
What device is used to measure viscosity?
When sending reports to higher authorities, what additional document is sent along with the report to the Type Commander?
What are the two principal parts of an air register?
When should the lube oil system be secured for taking bearing depth micrometer readings?
The primary water level indicator activates alarms and generates an electrical signal that is proportional to what?
What is the temperature at which a liquid boils under pressure referred to as?
What is the primary advantage of a needle valve?
The temperature of the wash water must be maintained within what parameters?
What do engineering night orders typically cover?
Where can you find guidance and general information on all naval boilers?
Which Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) section is termed the 300 series?
What reference can be used to find general information on main engine reduction gears?
How can you describe the main utilization of the Engineering Standing Orders?
What equipment is installed to prevent moisture from entering the uptakes and boiler firesides?
In a maintenance context, what is the importance of using the correct brush type on handhole seating?
How does an increase in bearing temperature typically affect equipment operation?
During hydrostatic testing, up to which pressure may leaking joints be tapped to assist in seating the handhole plate?
What is the desired set point on a general regulator steam pressure transmitter?
Which type of failure is indicated by a hot spot on the burner air register on an operating boiler?
What component is installed between the inner and outer casings of the boiler to facilitate water flow?
How much sodium nitrite is required for a sodium nitrite lay-up?
Which of the following methods is NOT one of the five wet lay-up methods?
Which type of brush is recommended for cleaning handhole seating surfaces?
What provides detailed procedures for performing maintenance requirements and specifies who, what, how, and with which resources a requirement is to be accomplished?
What causes the initial lifting of a safety valve?
When are sliding feet checked to verify movement?
What type of corrosion do boiler watersides exposed to the atmosphere commonly experience?
How many boiler inspection devices (BID) are required per fireroom?
How frequently should boiler watersides be cleaned when a chelant system is installed?
Is it permissible to use shore steam for steam atomization?
What type of circulation are most modern naval boilers designed for?
The combination exhaust relief valve is set to lift at what range?
Which type of micrometer is designed for measuring a piece of round stock?
Which advantage of steam atomization allows for operation in colder conditions?
The drum shaft on an electrohydraulic winch is normally driven by what?
If you are unable to correct the white smoke condition within one minute, what must be done?
What percentage of access covers or plates installed on MRG casings with fewer than 12 fasteners must be secured with a lockable cover?
What is the consequence of not properly managing residual fires in a boiler?
Which material is typically used to construct boiler generating tubes?
What purpose do the generating tubes serve in a boiler?
What critical factor should be monitored to ensure boiler efficiency?
What is the function of the steam smothering system?
What is the primary purpose of creating pressure in the economizer vestibules?
When a dehumidifier is installed during an extended MRG lay-up, what relative humidity must it maintain within the MRG casing?
What does the term singled-up refer to when dealing with propulsion turbines?
What is defined as the total heating surface of a naval boiler?
What function does the safety shutoff device serve in main propulsion boilers?
What increases engine backlash?
Most modern steering gear units are driven by what type of mechanism?
For how many years must operating logs be maintained according to procedures?
What effect does disodium phosphate (DSP) have on the boiler water?
The term "high pressure boiler" refers to a boiler operating at what minimum pressure?
Which formula converts heat to work?
What is used to maintain a record of defective boiler tubes and newly renewed tubes?
What type of corrosion is caused by the contamination of boiler water with shore water?
Who is responsible for the key to the lock securing the throttles when the ship is docked?
How many days must castable refractory be air-cured?
At what pressure does the combination exhaust relief valve lift?
Which term is used to describe openings in a tube not associated with tube enlargement?
What portion of the steam drum contains a manhole for access to the drum for cleaning, inspection, and repair?
In a pneumatic transmitter, computing and comparison can be accomplished by which of the following methods?
In a D-type boiler with an integral superheater, what protects the superheater from overheating during initial steam formation?
A simple gauge for measuring waterside pit depths can be made using a card of which size?
Prior to thrust bearing measurements on the main engine, how long should the turbine be at ambient temperature with throttles shut?
Hand-driven windlasses are designed for use on which type of vessels?
What hydrostatic pressure is applied to test the fueling-at-sea hose?
How is boiler full power capacity defined?
Which factor is critical to monitor in a desiccant lay-up to ensure its effectiveness?
What should be done if lumps are found in a newly opened bag of castable?
What will increase along with the valve failing open due to a ruptured feedwater control valve diaphragm?
Which type of tube rupture occurs due to prolonged overheat conditions?
Taps are used to cut what type of threads?
Which document contains a numerical listing of outstanding deficiencies for all work centers aboard ship?
What is the purpose of an air register?
What is the basic cause of all boiler explosions?
What component maintains the radial position of the propulsion turbine rotor?
Which document must be used to record all boiler tube work and replacement?
Which device is used to measure the flow of fuel oil in the system?
What position will the force draft blower final control element fail to if control air is lost?
When should sodium nitrite be added for maximum effectiveness in a lay-up?
What maintains the axial position of the propulsion turbine rotor?
How long must the atomizer barrel be cooled after removal from the burner assembly before disassembly?
What is the maximum thread protrusion allowed after installation and tightening of threaded fasteners?
What range should the feedwater hydrazine level be maintained in ships with Chelant continuous injection systems?
What type of air compressor would operate within the range of 151 psig to 1000 psig?
How do steam separators separate the steam and water mixture?
What can be directed into both ends of the slick to keep it from moving if oil is spilled between two ships?
What device is installed on the main engine to prevent the leakage of steam from the engine?
Where does the scavenging air system receive its air source?
What is used to identify each type or style of packing or gaskets?
How many years must Engine room/Fireroom operating logs be retained onboard?
In what circumstance is radial cracking most likely to occur in boiler operations?
What on the BD is an indication of unburned fuel vapors within the firebox?
During boiler operations, what is the main consequence of inadequate lubrication?
What is the preferred material for constructing expansion joints?
What is done to indicate a PMS check has not been completed during the week on the PMS weekly schedule?
Who is the Chief Engineer (CHENG)?
What is the primary function of the air register in a combustion system?
If an engine produces 5,500 foot pounds of work per second, what is the horsepower generated?
What size tapered rod is tapered to a blunt point in the last half-inch to vent plastic fire clay burner fronts?
What is the significance of the 150 psig auxiliary steam system?
What type of valve is always open or always closed, and does not regulate fluid flow?
A boiler must always be purged in accordance with what?
In reference to automatic boiler controls, what are an orifice plate, flow nozzle, thermometer bulb, and air registers examples of?
In which type of boiler do flames and gases pass through tubes surrounded by water?
Which type of grooving that causes metal loss occurs at horizontal tubes in the boiler?
If the clearance between the nozzle diaphragm and the adjacent row of blades on an SSTG turbine is outside prescribed limits, what action should be taken?
How are individual economizer tubes connected in a boiler system?
Anaerobic compounds, when used with threaded fasteners, serve what purpose?
When is the flashpoint of fuel usually measured?
What is the purpose of filtering fuel through filter paper while conducting a flashpoint test?
Which damage is indicated by abnormal cratering at the ends of tubes?
What is the primary function of refractory materials in a boiler system?
During a gear maintenance inspection, what is crucial to ensure when examining oil spray nozzles?
Outside dovetail type turbine blading is used with what type of entry?
What does Force times distance (F x D) equal?
When performing maintenance on boiler safety systems, which of the following is crucial to ensure safety?
What is the primary purpose of a steam blanket lay-up?
On a D-type boiler with an integral superheater, what protects the superheater from overheating during the initial steam formation?
Mortared joints between firebricks must never exceed what clearance?
Which automatic boiler component must be adjusted prior to conducting a boiler soot blow?
What must be done to correct a chattering safety valve?
What type of tile is made of silicon carbide?
What term describes a uniform loss of tube metal over a large external area?
What rule must always be followed during boiler light off?
How is the minimum fuel oil pressure set on a general regulator?
Which color copy of the NAVSUP 1250 form is given to the departmental representative upon receiving supply material?
What function does nichrome wire serve in the refractory?
What is the required amount of sodium nitrite used for a sodium nitrite wet lay-up?
Which series provides information about minimum requirements for advancement to each pay grade within each rating?
Which micrometer type is used to measure holes or recesses?
What is the lifting tolerance for safety valves installed on 600 psig boilers?
Which NSTM contains information on the repair and care of labyrinth packing?
Who signs the PMS Weekly schedule?
What is the temporary distortion of the SSTG rotor after multiple start/stop episodes called?
What is the term for the pressure specified by the boiler manufacturer as a criterion for design?
All cranes must withstand a static load of what?
Which series lists the sources from which rating exam questions are taken?
Which type of pliers is designed for efficiency in safety wiring installations?
What is used to indicate that a desiccant lay-up is within requirements?
Define the term backlash in mechanical terms.
Which form is used for requisitioning material that is not available through Supply?
What prevents foreign material from entering the high pressure turbine steam chest?
At least once every how many hours must the boiler be bottom blown after lit-off following EDTA cleaning?
What type of ruptures are typically caused by insufficient steam or water flow?
Which type of ahead speed does the symbol "I" indicate when logged in the Engineer's Bell Book?
What is the distance from the bottom of the buret with the stopper in place to the bottom of the reagent bottle?
Which type of corrosion is primarily responsible for fireside thinning?
At what normal interval are main engine turbine bearings measured for wear?
What does the term "stop-check valve" refer to?
Which publication provides general information on Records, Tests, Inspections, and Reports?
Once every how many hours of boiler operation must burner barrels be hydrostatically tested?
What is the temperature range the solution is heated to when performing superheated boil?
Why is a ball check valve installed in the bottom cutout valve of the gage glass?
The changing of steam to condensate in the main condenser is an example of what heat effect?
Which component of an air compressor helps to manage excessive pressure in the system?
How must atomizer sprayer plates be stowed?
Which type of fueling system has been adopted by NATO as the standard method for refueling at sea?
What is the maximum allowable superheater outlet temperature during transition periods of 15 minutes to 1 hour on a 1200 psig D-type boiler?
What role do waterwall tubes primarily serve in a steam generation system?
How is the operation of bellows type steam traps controlled?
What action should be taken before entering port regarding boiler tubes?
In ships equipped with demineralizers, what is the name for the water entering the demineralizer from any tank?
How is atmospheric pressure expressed at sea level?
What is the auxiliary exhaust pressure in the engineering plant during normal operations?
What is the function of the waterwall tubes in a boiler?
How many locations must soot blower screw connections be tack welded to prevent coming loose?
What is the initial step to ensure a boiler's safety before maintenance?
When should safety valve gages be placed on the boiler before setting safeties?
What set point is designed to maintain in a 600 psi steam plant's automatic combustion control system?
How many pounds of sodium nitrite are added to the boiler prior to placing the boiler on a dry lay-up?
What should be regularly checked to ensure optimal performance in turbine operations?
Before using a torque wrench you must ensure that the wrench has been what?
Which unit of measurement is used to measure the heating value of fuel?
How many minutes at a maximum can a boiler smoke heavy black before it must be secured?
What is the minimum pressure at which a bottom blow down shall be performed?
Which device measures the pressure differential across the burner opening and develops a loading signal proportional to the rate of airflow per burner?
What is the primary function of generating tubes in a boiler?
What device develops a loading signal for the force draft blower speed control?
Which mode of control complements automatic and remote manual in the automatic boiler control system?
What is a necessary action regarding oil spray nozzles during any gear operation?
Heavy and prolonged seawater contamination of the fuel oil will form what type of corrosive products on the brickwork?
What is the main purpose of the Main Space Fire-Fighting Doctrine?
Why is the main engine lube oil temperature lowered to 100 deg F upon reaching port?
Boiler safety valves must be lifted by a hand easing gear how many psi below operating pressure?
From which two parts of an outside micrometer do you obtain readings?
Boiler superheated tubes are constructed of chromium, carbon molybdenum, and which other material in some applications?
What type of bearings are primarily used to guide the soot blower?
What is the minimum allowable lube oil temperature prior to jacking the main engine over?
When replacing a propulsion turbine journal bearing, the rotor must be lifted vertically to what maximum height to ease the removal of the lower half of the bearing?
What should be done if a boiler firing rate must exceed the maximum limit?
What detrimental effect can mechanical strain from improper boiler operation cause to the furnace wall?
Except during emergencies, what boiler firing rate shall never be exceeded?
What is used to clean atomizer sprayer plates?
Which document is used to record all orders received by the station in control of the throttles regarding a change in the movement of the propellers?
What is the maximum thrust bearing temperature of an operating main engine or SSTG as indicated by RTE?
Which temperature is an SSTG auxiliary condenser considered a hot condenser?
Who is responsible for retiming locked train gears?
When should water gauge glasses be checked for satisfactory operation after light-off?
When setting handhole plates for hydrostatic testing, to what degree should the handhole nut be tightened?
Boiler soot blower nozzles are installed not greater than every third tube if the axis of the element is at right angles to the axis of the tubes or not greater than how many inches if the axis of the element is parallel to the tubes?
What is typically used to isolate and secure various components in a boiler system?
How can tool marks on boiler tubes be identified?
The term residual fires refer to what condition?
What type of valve gives an audible warning to the operator when it lifts?
What is the maximum permissible time limit for a hot deaerated fill lay-up?
What is the maximum distance, in nautical miles, from shore that overboard discharge of fuel contamination may occur?
How does the expansion and contraction of a boiler primarily affect its operation?
How are individual economizer tubes typically connected?
What is caused by the sudden cooling of boiler tubes after they have been overheated?
What is the normal water level set point for a 3 element feedwater control system?
What is the purpose of the ratchet stop on an outside micrometer?
Where is the pre-close out inspection of the main reduction gear recorded?
Which types of steam traps are classified as mechanical traps?
How are all boiler tubes identified?
What is the purpose of adding Hydrazine to the condensate/feedwater system?
Which two types of impulse turbines are used exclusively for auxiliary operations?
A cracked gauge glass on the main condenser could lead to what issue?
The Kingsbury thrust bearing shoes serve what purpose?
What is the primary purpose of gland sealing steam?
What could indicate that a boiler is reaching a dangerous pressure during operation?
Which block of the NAVSUP Form 1250 is the requisition date recorded?
To achieve maximum effective sealing of the labyrinth packing, what should be maintained for the tip width of packing teeth?
What is latent heat defined as?
What are the standard dimensions of firebrick?
What does the acronym CDO stand for in the context of engineering operations?
What does it mean when two or more boilers are operating in parallel?
Which valve type is specifically designed to isolate a section of a system?
Modern aircraft carrier elevators are powered by which type of unit?
What is the function of Engineering Standing Orders?
What is the purpose of the scavenging air connection located on the soot blower head?
What is one method used in wet lay-up to prevent corrosion?
Before performing fireside cleaning in a boiler, what must be done with the steam smothering system?
What is the maximum limit for dissolved oxygen in the de-aerated feedwater used in hot de-aerated backfill lay-up?
What is an alternative bearing composition of a soot blower bearing besides 25% Chrome and 20% Nickel?
Which term describes wandering, straight-walled, canyon-like cavities in the tube metal?
What must all boiler tube failures be reported to?
What are the two principal parts of an air register?
What is the minimum steam drum pressure on an operating boiler?
When must a constant be re-established on a main engine bearing?
What must be reduced if a controlled variable oscillates about the set point at high frequency in automatic boiler controls?
A stud or nut marked "NC" indicates what?
What is the mode of heat transfer by which heat flows from a hotter to a colder substance through physical contact?
Which type of ahead speed does the symbol "III" indicate when logged in the Engineer's Bell Book?
What is a key consideration when selecting flexible hoses for burner leads?
How long should an atomizer barrel be cooled before disassembly?
What will be the effect on operating steam plant if the airflow transmitter fails?
How is propulsion turbine bearing wear determined?
What is the potential energy of an object that weighs 5 pounds and is held 20 feet off the ground?
What is the steady state difference between the control point and the set point called?
Which type of refractory is best suited for high-temperature applications?
What is the composition of copper-nickel alloy tubing used on surface ships?
What two types of reduction gear teeth are in use today on propulsion reduction gears?
What is the term for the longest movement possible between the spindle and anvil in a micrometer?
What type of pressure results in the lifting of a safety valve?
Who typically maintains the Engineering log?
What is a tool that can be used to retrieve small articles from hard-to-reach places?
What is the typical range of flashpoints considered safe for handling fuels in the military?
What indicates successful operation of steam separators within a boiler system?
What is a key characteristic of a duplex strainer?
Which series should be referred to due to rapid changes in the 3-M system?
What is the maximum temperature an insulating block can withstand?
What is the maximum allowable fuel oil temperature at the burner front?
What type of steam turbine moves the rotor by the force of reaction?
What report must be filed when a defective turbine part is received from the navy stock system?
An exploratory block is defined as a section of not more than how many tubes wide?
What is the periodicity of visual inspections for propellers?
During a steam or nitrogen blanket lay-up, how long is it permissible to interrupt the process for emergency repairs?
What does the term impulse turbine refer to?
Turbine blading erosion is usually limited to which area?
What is the role of the engineering officer in a naval boiler system?
On which side of the propeller is cavitation most likely to occur?
What do we call the water flowing out of the demineralizer to the condensate system?
Who is responsible for administering the hydrazine/morpholine lay-up?
Which sealant is most commonly used on turbine casing joints?
What role does sodium metasilicate play in boiler maintenance?
Which term refers to evaporated water that is discharged from the ship distilling plant?
If mercury-filled thermometers are used in the fireroom, what action must be taken?
Constant flow drain orifices are typically used in systems operating at what pressure?
What is defined as the feedwater as it enters the boiler steam drum?
A steam blanket lay-up shall be monitored at what frequency by the responsible watch stander?
What type of tile is constructed using silicon carbide?
Which dishwashing machine is fully automatic?
What does the term residual fires mean?
What is the maximum surface temperature that insulating blocks can withstand?
What is the purpose of the Allowance Parts Lists (APL)?
What maintenance is crucial for an anchor windlass to function effectively?
Which tools are often employed for preparing a Formal Work Package?
What hydrostatic test is essential for checking valve and fitting tightness?
Which publication must EDTA used for waterside cleaning must be disposed of in accordance with?
What is the only acceptable criterion for an operating MRG lube oil sample?
What are the two primary effects that the flow of heat has on a substance?
What must be functioning properly along with the airflow transmitter when performing the CRTM on the automatic boiler system?
Which of the following is primarily vulnerable to oxygen pitting in a boiler?
What type of safety device is the master air lock trip valve considered in automatic boiler controls?
What is the function of the check valve located at each end of the feed line of an air compressor?
Which control is essential for maintaining safe operating pressures in a boiler system?
How many types of propulsion turbines are utilized in the Navy?
If lube oil pressure at the pump increases suddenly, what is likely clogged?
What is the purpose of confining heat to the firebox using refractory material?
What is a common safety precaution when handling fuel oil on a vessel?
Where is the desuperheater typically located?
What is the requirement for installing locks on main reduction gear panels and plates?
Which factor is essential when tightening handhole nuts during hydrostatic testing?
Which form must be used to order a repair part when no NSN can be determined?
Which NSTM provides general information about reduction gears?
What operational problem can occur from panting in a boiler?
Caustic corrosion in boilers is typically a result of which type of contamination?
How many levels, in accordance with PMS, is boiler flex testing measured in?
The low pressure turbine element is normally defined as what type of turbine?
Who approves operating logs on a daily basis?
Which PMS schedule displays the planned maintenance requirements to be performed between major overhauls of the ship?
Adjusting the fuel oil header pressure during a white smoke condition can lead to what risk?
What is the maximum allowable safety valve lifting pressure tolerance on boilers with a steam drum pressure between 326-710 psi?
What is the time limit on a sodium nitrite wet lay-up?
What is steam that has been heated above its saturation temperature called?
Which type of boiler tube damage is characterized by metal loss occurring in bands or stripes?
What type of joints utilize gasket material?
What type of turbine blading is used for installation in circumferential grooves?
SSTGs are fitted with what type of governor?
What is the primary purpose of using a dry lay-up method for a boiler?
What consequence arises from a failure in the airflow transmitter in the context of a steam plant?
What factors determine the amount of oxygen that will dissolve in water?
What prevents gate valves used in high-pressure steam systems from binding?
When measuring a handhole seat with a feeler gauge, what is the maximum allowed taper?
What are the two major parts that make up the electrohydraulic steering unit?
What component is used to transfer action from one of several sources to another unit?
What is identified by the first digit in the symbol number of a moving joint?
A propeller that vibrates at its natural frequency is often characterized by which term?
What is the purpose of a bridgewall marking on a globe valve?
Which type of valve is an example of a final control element in the 3 element feed system?
How must boiler tube ends be prepared prior to installation?
What is mechanical potential energy measured in?
What designation do the majority of ships use for their remote water level indicators?
What is the maximum allowable RPM differential on operating steam force draft blowers?
In ships equipped with demineralizers, what is the water entering the demineralizer from any tank referred to as?
What is the time limit on a sodium nitrite wet lay-up?
What is the purpose of the boiler air casing in terms of boiler operation?
A boiler that provides some means of controlling the degree of superheat independently of the rate of steam generation is said to have?
Which of the following materials is commonly used for refractory in boiler construction?
What is the primary purpose of a steam strainer in a turbine system?
Define the term K-factor as it relates to reduction gears?
In how many degrees increments is the temperature increased after applying the test flame during a flashpoint test until flashpoint is achieved?
Which method is generally employed to tighten labyrinth packing?
What determines the tightness of a valve piston?
A firebrick measuring 2.5" x 4.5" x 13.5625" is commonly referred to as?
How are failed turbine parts documented?
Which component is critical in dampening the motion of water in a steam drum?
Who determines the need for cutting an exploring block?
Where are copies of the Main Space Fire-Fighting Doctrine kept?
What term is associated with a deficiency of air and excessive vibration of the boiler?
Which type of winch is primarily used for anchoring purposes?
Before entering the boiler drums or firebox, the boiler must be certified to be what?
Kinetic energy is defined as?
What is a key factor that affects the effective functioning of double helical gears?
What is the gear ratio of a standard SSTG reduction gear?
Which measurement tool is most sensitive for precision measurements in machining?
To what system or equipment do turbine casing drains normally drain?
Who must approve lighting fires in a boiler with newly installed castable refractory after an air-cure of only one day?
How much desiccant is needed for a proper dry lay-up?
Which law of thermodynamics states that total energy in a closed system remains constant?
What causes the formation of white smoke?
What is typically the function of a characterizing relay in boiler controls?
Which CASREP category would prevent a ship from getting underway or accomplishing its mission?
How many gallons of fuel is the system aligned to draw off when stripping fuel tanks?
What does PMS stand for in the context of maintenance?
Which type of packing is usually used on soot blowers?
Which part of the three-element feedback system is essential for comparing feed flow with steam flow?
What device allows for equalized cooling of the shaft after securing the engine?
Who is responsible for directly supervising the preparation of a Formal Work Package for the equipment they are in charge of?
How much desiccant is recommended for a proper dry lay-up per 1,000 gallons of cold water capacity?
What type of modification must be authorized before making repairs on reduction gear systems?
What does the term "boom" refer to when associated with a shipboard crane?
What component is essential for connecting the boiler's steam drum to the steam piping?
Which type of deposits act as insulators and reduce the heat transfer across any surface?
Dies are primarily used to cut which type of threads?
How is thermal energy best defined?
What does a guide ring primarily control in a nozzle reaction safety valve?
What happens to pressure as altitude increases?
All safety valves of each boiler shall be tested annually in accordance with what guidelines?
Which block in NAVSUP Form 1250 contains information about the item description?
What type of controller is the airflow controller in reference to automatic boiler controls?
What main function does the valve stem serve in a stop check valve?
What is the purpose of a boiler tube renewal sheet?
During boiler light off, what PPE must the torchman wear?
Which symbol means "stop" when logged in the Engineer's Bell Book?
What are the two classes of packing and gasket joints?
Which of the following is NOT a method of dry lay-up?
What is the standard size of firebrick used in boiler construction?
What should flexible hose be replaced with to enhance safety?
What is the required pH limit for shore steam?
On a D-type boiler, what are the types of tubes it should have?
At what vacuum is the generator brought up to speed after starting an SSTG?
What is the maximum number of successive lifts allowed, according to PMS procedures, before a valve cool down is required?
Sensible heat is defined as?
Who determines the combination of boilers and burners to be used that gives the greatest plant efficiency while considering safety and military requisites?
What condition must be met before a main boiler is considered operating safely?
Which effect will a low boiler economizer outlet temperature have on the boiler superheater outlet temperature?
How many foot pounds of work per second does one horsepower equate to?
The lube oil cooler should be bypassed on an operating auxiliary turbine until the discharge oil temperature reaches what?
What term describes the manipulation of fuel and air controls by remote manual means in automatic boiler controls?
What are the two types of safety valves used onboard naval vessels?
What is the normal length of a tapered plug?
Lowering the nozzle ring on a nozzle reaction safety valve affects which additional factor?
What must the lube oil temperature be on an SSTG prior to bringing it up to operating speed?
Which component in the general regulator combustion control system enhances forced draft blower response time?
What does the term "distillate" refer to in marine engineering?
What are the two types of safety valves used onboard naval vessels?
Which factor is crucial in determining the safety and efficiency of boiler operation?
The required bell when belling boiler tubes larger than 2 inches OD is not less than 1/8" and not more than how many inches?
In what order are drawings in the Ship Drawing Index (SDI) listed?
What is the purpose of the desuperheater in a boiler system?
What is a major difference between critical RPMs on an SSTG and an auxiliary turbine?
Which component of the boiler system helps maintain the dry condition of the system during lay-up?
How does the insulating value of firebrick compare to that of insulating block?
What is almost always the cause of boiler tube heat blisters?
What is the bilge drain hole size on soot blower systems that operate at 600 psig or below?
What effect on the superheater outlet temperature will a low boiler economizer outlet temperature have?
Which type of burner front cracks run approximately parallel to the surface and can lead to severe damage?
What is the minimum temperature at which boiler tube expanders should operate for optimal performance?
Which of the following practices is essential when performing maintenance on gas turbines?
Oxygen pitting mostly occurs in boiler tube down comers, steam ends of generating tubes, along with where else?
What component should be inspected frequently when band brakes are utilized on winch drums?
What is a primary characteristic of a relief valve?
What are the five advantages of steam atomization?
What is the primary function of a thrust bearing in a main engine?
What role does the Cold Iron Watch typically play?
What is the term for a substance that transitions from a gas or vapor to a liquid?
Which maximum temperature is boiler refractory insulating block designed to withstand?
At which point in the basic steam cycle is thermal energy transformed into mechanical energy?
End play cold thrust bearing clearance is defined as what?
Lay Up (LU), Periodic Maintenance (PM), Start Up (SU), along with which other PMS periodicity code comprise the four Inactive Equipment Maintenance (IEM)?
What is the definition of superheat in steam applications?
The main engine must be secured if for any reason the main engine turbine rotors cannot be rotated within how many minutes?
What are the two forms of stored thermal energy?
What is caused by steaming the boiler with a dry tube?
Automatic unloading valves are installed to exhaust to what major component?
SSTG gland sealing steam pressure operates within what range?
What initial reaction occurs between pure oxygen-free water and iron in boiler water after light-off?
What type of deposits reduce heat transfer across surfaces and act as insulators?
What is the criteria for securing the main lube oil pump after securing the MRG?
What material is used for the chock facing of the sliding feet?
Which device is used to restrict the flow through the nozzle and flapper assembly in automatic boiler controls?
What does the term locked train reduction gear refer to?
The corresponding pressure for a liquid boiling at saturation temperature is known as what?
What is defined as written instructions prepared IAW JFMM 4790.3 for use in production and repair?
What is the typical width of conveyors used in most applications?
Air compressors are classified into how many classes?
Which document would cover special instructions from the Chief Engineer during night watch hours?
What type of treatment is necessary for seawater-contaminated boiler water?
What publication outlines the required disposal methods for bilge water contaminated with hydrazine?
In reference to main propulsion boilers and fittings, what are the two types of atomizers used with main propulsion boilers?
How many hours are necessary to bring a cold boiler online?
What is the most common bearing found in main reduction gears (MRGs)?
What component separates the steam and water mixture by a series of corrugated plates that create rapid changes in direction?
PMS schedules are categorized as Quarterly, Weekly, and what other category?
What are the three types of heat transfer?
Who does the Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) report to?
Measuring, comparing, computing, along with what else comprise the 4 basic things any control system must perform?
What is the maximum moisture content allowed in an oil sample drawn from a centrifugal compressor?
What is defined as the feedwater as it enters the boiler feed drum?
How often should air compressor relief valves that cannot be tested by hand be evaluated?
What is the function of the metal projections on the economizer tubes?
Which medium is typically used to inflate the main shaft seal under normal conditions?
What is checked to assess the HP turbine for boiler water carryover after a boiler high water casualty?
What does the Engineering Log record?
What two main factors determine whether the rotor is moved by a direct impulse or reaction?
How often are boiler firesides cleaned?
What should always be confirmed before using EDTA waterside cleaning solutions?
What is the purpose of the vortex eliminator in the steam drum?
In the context of automatic boiler controls, what is the time interval by which rate action influences proportional position action?
How many hours are necessary to bring a boiler under a steam blanket online?
What are three reasons that soot must be removed from a boiler?
What are the two types of conveyors typically used aboard ships?
What prevents the hydraulic system from losing its effectiveness during operation?
Which pressure is typically monitored as part of final control element settings in boiler systems?
Which of the following is an important aspect of daily log approval by the Engineer Officer?
Automatic steam-mixing valves regulate hot water rinse temperatures to what range?
What is the primary function of the atomizer in main propulsion boilers?
What is the maximum time limit for a hot dearated fill lay-up?
Which of the following is NOT a wet lay-up method?
What effect does a blown diaphragm in the fuel oil characterizing relay have on the fuel oil header pressure?
What is a primary function of auxiliary boilers on vessels?
How often must a 10% boiler surface blowdown be conducted after light-off following EDTA cleaning?
Upon completion of a propeller visual inspection report, to whom is the report submitted?
Can raw fuel be removed from the furnace by purging the boiler?
What are the hydrostatic test methods that utilize design pressure?
What type of refractory is preferred for small repairs in a boiler?
Which type of tubes are normally found to contain thermal cracks?
What type of heat transfer is generated by the sun as it heats the earth without heating space?
What is the lifting pressure tolerance for safety valves installed on 1200 psig boilers?
How long should the boiler flex up ramp or down ramp last, according to the throttleman's task?
Which type of ahead speed does the symbol "II" indicate when logged in the Engineer's Bell Book?
Which medium is used to cool the stem tube during engine operation?
What is the purpose of plugging boiler tubes beyond maintenance?
What is the most common cause of fireside grooving in boiler tubes?
What is defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 pound of water through 1 degree on the Fahrenheit scale?
What should be done if the main engine turbine rotors cannot rotate within 5 minutes?
What component prevents slippage of the winch during operation?
Within how many minutes must the boiler parameters stabilize after conducting a boiler flex up ramp or down ramp?
What is the definition of mechanical energy?
What is a distinct feature of impulse steam traps compared to others?
Which type of boiler uses both water and steam for heating?
What is commonly used to clean the prairie holes on a propeller?
What is the primary function of the dry pipe in the steam drum?
Superheater protection is taken from which system?
Reduction gear tooth contact can be inspected by applying what to the gears?
Which NSTM provides general information on all types of propellers?
If control air pressure is lost, to which position will the fuel oil control valve always fail?
What action should be taken if a boiler tube cannot be removed but needs to be plugged?
For an effective boil-out, the chemicals should be completely dissolved and maintained within what temperature range?
For what purpose are smoke periscopes fitted on naval boilers?
What type of inspection is performed bi-weekly on a secured reduction gear?
Deaerated feed water used in hot deaerated backfill lay up shall meet what dissolved oxygen limit?
What should be used to clean atomizer sprayer plates?
How far must a butterfly valve be rotated to open or close the valve?
What is the primary function of the steam drum swash plates?
In an impulse turbine, where does the steam lose pressure and gain velocity?
What is the most common cause of a control valve or actuator not responding to a position input signal?
What must be done when the humidity indicator cards show humidity levels over 50 percent?
What does the electric motor driven turning gear connect to on the MRG?
What happens to the boiler mechanical cleaning hours if the EDTA cleaning is successful?
Who is responsible for maintaining effective communication within the engineering department?
Which condition typically requires consultation of the EOCC guide?
What essential information does the Engineering Bell Book contain?
What is the maximum journal bearing temperature on an operating main engine or SSTG as indicated by RTE?
What is installed upstream in the steam line of the governor to protect an SSTG turbine from debris?
Which valve type is light in weight and takes up less space than a gate or globe valve?
What causes foaming in a boiler during operation?
What is accomplished by adjusting the handwheel on the compensating relay in automatic boiler controls?
What is the primary function of the guide ring on a nozzle reaction safety valve?
In what condition are liquid and vapor said to be in equilibrium?
At what condition does torsional critical speed typically occur in a Marine Reduction Gear (MRG)?
At what frequency are waterborne propeller visual inspections conducted?
Why is it important to maintain temperature when conducting thrust bearing measurements?
How should mortared firebricks be tapped into place after laying?
When the outside micrometer spindle is rotated one full revolution, how far does the spindle advance or recede?
Which of the following best describes the condition of slump as related to firefighting?
What material are the disks and seats of valves in high temperature steam systems surfaced with?
Desuperheaters shall be hydrostatic tested at what pressure?
What is the allowable percentage of economizer tubes that can be plugged without affecting boiler full power capability?
Except during emergencies, what is the maximum boiler firing rate that should never be exceeded?
What is the minimum pressure required for nitrogen blanket lay-up?
What type of controller is used to regulate airflow into the burner in automated systems?
What type of corrosive products may form on the brickwork due to heavy and prolonged seawater contamination of the fuel oil?
Which form is designed to serve a dual purpose as a custody record and an inventory control document?
How often are routine boiler water samples taken?
What type of boiler consists of one or more water drums?
What is the primary purpose of a speed-limiting governor in auxiliary turbines?
What is the only authority that can approve the blanking of soot blowers?
Which of the following methods is used in dry lay-up techniques?
Which part of a propulsion system aids in the radial positioning of turbine components?
What type of refractory is used for the innermost layer of the firebox furnace?
What safety consideration is vital when operating a boiler system?
Personnel stay times are reduced by up to what percent from boiler stack gases?
Which PMS schedule has a "Next Four Weeks" column?
What term is defined as the lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapor to form a flammable mixture with air above the surface?
Which tube should be removed for analysis to determine if the boiler needs acid cleaning?
What is the purpose of the cams on the soot blower head?
Boilers must be inspected for strength and integrity at least once every how many years?
While in port, how often must the secured reduction gear be rotated with lubrication?
How is continuous drainage of the soot blower piping system achieved?
Combustion is an example of what type of energy?
How long is the hydrazine/morpholine lay-up valid for?
What is the recommended taper angle for a standard taper plug?
What action must be taken when humidity indicator cards show humidity over 50 percent?
Who are the only individuals authorized to accomplish adjustments or repairs of automatic boiler controls?
Backlash of main engine reduction gears refers to what?
What function does the surface blow pipe in the steam drum serve?
What is the primary function of a gauge glass on a boiler?
What is the function of the turning gear when a ship is docked?
What would classify energy as 'potential energy'?
Which of the following is an effect of using hydrazine in boiler feedwater systems?
Soot blower piping systems must be warmed up sufficiently to prevent what?
What is the typical end play with the engine cold?
Which component serves as the output of the high limit relay in automatic boiler controls?
What is the role of the Chief Engineer?
What is the definition of specific heat?
Soot blower heads must be replaced when the head thickness has reached what percent less than the original thickness specified on the applicable drawing when measured by ultrasonic testing?
What action is performed to verify the proper operation of water gauge glasses?
What must be done if safety valves are accidentally lifted during boiler hydrostatic testing?
What type of caliper is known for providing very accurate measurements over a large range?
Which series lists all current training manuals and courses?
As the alkalinity of boiler water decreases, what happens to the severity of dissolved oxygen attack?
At what rate are steam soot blower elements rotated?
What type of strainer consists of one or more fine mesh screens or perforated metals?
At least once every how many months must one fuel oil service tank per compartment be inspected?
What happens when the control variable deviates from the set point?
What kind of deposits does high pressure water-jet cleaning typically remove?
Boiler tubes that are 2 inches outside diameter or greater must project into drums or headers at least how many inches?

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