Marine Engine Operations

Question 1

Gasoline tanks should be filled to near the top so?

Answer 1

there is some space allowed for gasoline expansion

Question 2

After fueling how long should the exhaust ventilation fan run before starting the engine?

Answer 2

long enough to insure at least one complete change of air in the compartments concerned

Question 3

You notice oil in the water near your vessel while taking on fuel, you should first?

Answer 3

stop fueling

Question 4

Where do gasoline fumes tend to settle?

Answer 4

Near the bottom of the bilge

Question 5

You discover a leak in the fuel line to your engine, you should first?

Answer 5

close the fuel valve at the tank

Question 6

How many ventilator ducts are required for vessels that use fuel with a flash point of 110 degrees or less?

Answer 6

At least 2

Question 7

Vessels with gasoline engines are required to be equipped with?

Answer 7

an approved backfire flame arrestor

Question 8

To find the cause of a gasoline engine’s failure to start you should:

Answer 8

ventilate the space, and then check the battery, spark plugs, carburetor and fuel lines

Question 9

All diesel engines are classified as?

Answer 9

compression ignition

Question 10

What is the quickest method to stop a small diesel engine whose throttle has become stuck?

Answer 10

Close the fuel supply valve

Question 11

What does white exhaust from a diesel engine mean?

Answer 11

late fuel injection