Topic 10 - Emergency Supplies Flashcards
1
Q
What are other suitable supplementary emergency power supply?
A
Battery system
2
Q
What are the 2 types of battery system?
A
Centralized and individual
3
Q
Disdvantage of using battery system
A
Difficult to find batteries large enough to provide power for large loads
4
Q
Standby generators are used for?
A
- Large standby load
- Lasts longer than batteries
- Used for identified emergency systems e.g. fire lift, fire pumps
- It will start automatically on power failure
5
Q
Limitations of standby generators
A
Requires regular maintenance e.g.
inspections involve checking fuel, oil, coolant levels and battery condition