Question 576General Subjects - Assistant Engineer
70% to passWhat operating condition (or conditions) would necessitate shifting from a low sea suction to a high sea suction for a machinery space sea water cooling system?
AReducing the total number of sea water cooled heat exchangers on service.
BIncreasing the number of sea water cooled heat exchangers on service.
CUnderway operations or encountering rough seas.
DEntering port or shallow water.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Entering port or shallow water. The reasoning is that in shallow or restricted waters, there is a higher risk of drawing in debris, mud, or other contaminants into the sea water cooling system. Shifting to the high sea suction helps avoid clogging or fouling of the system that could occur with the low sea suction which is typically used in deeper, open waters. This helps maintain proper cooling of machinery during port operations or when navigating in shallow areas. The other options are incorrect because they do not necessitate a shift to the high sea suction, which is a specific response to operating conditions in restricted or shallow waters.
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