Author: Shafiul Bari

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Leaky Fuel Injector – Major Faults in Main Engine (MC90V) Series

Let’s look at some of the engine parameters first. In the following screens try to spot abnormalities in mechanical, scavenging and fuel oil systems. Conclusion: Pcom is the same, no problem in liner, piston ring mechanical condition. Peak pressure is lower. Maximum injecion pressure (PINJM) is lower than normal, indicating probelm in fuel injection system. […]

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Early Injection – Major Faults in Main Engine (MC90V) Series

Type of engine: MAN B&W MC90V (VLCC) Fault: Early Injection Timing M/E Turbocharger System diagram ME Cylinder no-1 diagram with parameters (Faulty unit) ME Cylinder no-2 diagram with parameters (Without fault) ME Piston RIng Monitor Diagram (Unit no-1) ME Piston RIng Monitor Diagram (Unit no-2) Cylinder Indicator Diagram – Pressure/Angle Cylinder no-1 -> Pink (abnormal) […]

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Fuel Oil Systems

With reference to engine system oil-a) Discuss four contaminants commonly found in engine system oil and their adverse effect of function of oil.   b) Source of these contaminants and how they detected.   c) Corrective measures to be taken in case of contamination with contaminants identified in (a) a. Contaminants commonly found in engine system oil: […]

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Fuel Oil and Lube Oil Purifiers Operation and Troubleshooting

a. Describe with the aid of sketches, an automatic self‑desludging centrifuge suitable for dealing with system oil of an auxiliary engine operating on heavy fuel oil.     b. If the purifier is continuously discharging sludge from the heavy liquid outlet, discuss the reasons and suitable corrective measures. c. Explain how the feed rate, separation temperature and gravity disc […]

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Starting Air Valve Operation and Troubleshooting

a. With suitable sketch & describe the operation of a large starting air v/v.b. Explain main causes of starting air line explosion.c. Discuss how explosion can be avoided.d. During maneuvering if starting air line explosion occurs what action will you take?e. What are some indication fire in starting air line?f. How do you check the […]

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