Generators

Question 1

What are the ways to stop the SSDG?

Answer 1

• Locally (2 stops at each)
• MPCMS
• Port/STBD quarterdeck
• Bridge
• Pull stops on messdeck

Question 2

What are the ways to stop the EDG?

Answer 2

• Locally
• Pull stop outside of EDG space
• MPCMS

Question 3

How often are rounds done on the generators?

Answer 3

Hourly

Question 4

How often are falling ball tests done when on generators?

Answer 4

Every 24 hours on the SSDG

Every 4 hours on the EDG

Question 5

How is the EDG set when inport away from home port?

Answer 5

Set in remote and auto

Question 6

Where are the fuel cut out valves located for EDG?

Answer 6

STBD side air castle

Question 7

If power is lost what should you do?

Answer 7

1. Look out window to determine if pier lights are on (if they are reset pier breaker to the ship)
2. If pier lights are off call milpol to get an estimated time of power loss. Run generator if power will be down longer than 30 minutes or the temp is below freezing.