Deck Machinery

Question 1

Electric brakes used on shipboard should be able to stop and hold ______% of rated load when lowering at rated speed and ______% static pull of rated load without creep age.

Answer 1

150% and 200%

Question 2

Where is the windlass brake located?

Answer 2

On the electric motor shaft below the deck.

Question 3

How far by elevator travel when carrying 150% of its rated load after you hit the stop button.

Answer 3

3 feet

Question 4

How many feet does the ammo hoist stop at from the bottom?

Answer 4

4 to 5 feet

Question 5

Which type of winch has a head that requires several turns of line to be taken on to prevent slippage when the load is snaked or being hoisted?

Answer 5

Gypsy head

Question 6

Winches are rated to haul in/out ____% of rated load at no specific speed?

Answer 6

150%

Question 7

When inspecting a motor brake assembly, what are 4 things you want to look for?

Answer 7

1. Grease leaking from the motor bearing
2. Excessive brake wear
3. Tightness of fasteners
4. Cleanliness of brake surfaces

Question 8

An _____ capstan control provides full and half speed. It also provides 2 forward and 2 reverse controls.

Answer 8

AC

Question 9

Damage by _______ is one of the major causes of component casualties on deck machinery.

Answer 9

Water

Question 10

Electric brakes on winches are ______ set and _______ released?

Answer 10

Mechanically

Electrically