Air Compressors and Pumps Flashcards

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Piece of machinery that draws in ambient air, pressurises this air, and delivers in to a holding tank (receiver) or to its end user

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Air compressor

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7 basic components of an air compressor system

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Lubricating system
Driving connections
Cooling system
Compressor element
Driving power
Control components
Air receiver
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Three types of driving power

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Electrical motors
Internal combustion engine
Reduction gear

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Three types of drive connections

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Close-coupled
V-belts and pulleys
Reduction gears

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When the compressor and the driving unit are mounted on the same shaft, they are ___

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Close-coupled

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Close-coupling is usually restricted to ___

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Small capacity compressors that are driven by electric motors

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Sometimes used to join the driving unit to the compressor when the speed of the compressor and the speed of the driving unit are the same

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Flexible couplings

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Drive connection commonly used with small, low pressure, and some medium-pressure motor driven compressors

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V-belts and pulleys

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Three types of compressing elements

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Centrifugal
Rotary compressors/blowers
Reciprocating

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Continuous flow compressor in which the rotating bladed wheels impart a high velocity to the air; the velocity energy developed raises the static pressure of the air without use of valves as it is passed through a diffuser

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Centrifugal

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Positive displacement compressor in which the displacing and compressing elements are interacting lobes, screws, or eccentrically oriented vanes rotating within housings fitted with suction and discharge ports

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Rotary compressors/blowers

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Positive displacement compressor in which the displacing and compressing elements are pistons moving back and forth in a cylinder fitted with suction and discharge valves

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Reciprocating

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Most widely used compressors

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Reciprocating compressors

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Low operating pressure

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150 psi or less

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Medium operating pressure

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151 to 1000 psi

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High operating pressure

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Above 1000 psi

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Ship’s Service Air

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150 psi or less

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Start Air, or Diesel Start Air

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151 to 1000 psi

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SSA

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Ship’s Service Air

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SA

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Start Air

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DSA

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Diesel Start Air

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Total compression form atmospheric pressure to the final discharge pressure, is accomplished in one stroke of the piston

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Single-stage compressor

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In a two-stage compressor, in ___ of the crankshaft, a compression cycle is completed

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One revolution

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Cylinder designs very widely depending upon ___

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The number of stages of compression required

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Two types of pistons
Trunk pistons | Differential pistons
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Modified trunk pistons having two or more diametres
Differential pistons
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Arranged so that more than one stage of compression is achieved by one piston
Differential pistons
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With a differential piston, compression for one stage takes place over the ___, compression for the other stage takes place in the ___
Piston crown | Annular space
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The opening and closing of the valves is caused by the difference between ___
The pressure of the air in the cylinder | The pressure of the external air on the intake valve or the pressure of the discharge air on the discharge valve
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Valves are either ___
Strip (feather) or disk type
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Used for suction and discharge valves of higher pressure stages. These valves are spring-loaded
Disk-type valve
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Commonly referred to as a flask or tank
Air receiver
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Acts as a storage tank during intervals when the demand for air exceeds the capacity of the compressor
Air receiver
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Enables the compressor to shut down during periods of light load
Air receiver
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The volume of existing air receivers for low-pressure and high-pressure compressors may be as low as ___ the combined free air capacity per minute of the compressors located in the respective compartment
1/5
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Helps to eliminate pulsations in the discharge line of the compressors, and provide a stable pressure sensing station for compressor control
Air receiver
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Two types of cooling devices
Intercoolers | Aftercoolers
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Devices that remove the heat of compression from the air or gas between consecutive stages of multistage compressor
Intercoolers
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Why have a cooling device?
Increase the efficiency of compressing the air, and removing the heat caused by compression
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Devices that remove the heat of compression from the air after the last stage of compression prior to its arrival at the air receiver
Aftercoolers
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Two types of lubrication systems
Pressurised | Splash
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An oil pump is connected to the compressor crankshaft supplying lubrication to the moving parts within the crankcase
Pressurised system
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Lubrication system usually found on small, low pressure air compressors
Splash system
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Used to provide control of the automatic operation of the air compressor, removal of the compression load, modes of compressor control, and protection capabilities
Components
45
Designed to remove all but the friction loads on the compressors
Unloading system
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Automatically removes the compression load from the compressor while the unit is starting and automatically applies the load again after the unit is up to operating speed
Unloading system
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Used on some oil-pressurized compressors in the event of a potentially damaging oil pressure drop
Hydraulic unloaders
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Allows the compressor to start in the unloaded state, meaning that the compressor starts, but does not begin to create compressed air until oil pressure is established
Hydraulic unloader
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Used in conjunction with unloader towers when the compressor is to be run continuously and an operating pressure range is to be maintained
Pilot valve
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Whenever there is a demand for air, the ___ closes, allowing the unloader in the unloader tower to actuate
Pilot valve
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As soon as the demand for compressed air is met, the pilot valve ___, allowing air pressure to deactuate in the unloader. The compressor continues to run but does not compress air
Opens
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Used to control the method of operation
Manual/Off/Auto switch
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Designed to change air pressure without changing air compressors
Pressure-reducing stations
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All-in-one unit lubricates the air system, reduces the moisture vapour concentration, and prevents water formation in compressed air lines which, if allowed to accumulate, causes rust in the lines as well as system components
Lubricator/Regulator/Filter
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A valve connected to accumulators, separators, filters, receivers, air flasks or other components to remove water, oil and sediment from the component
Blowdown
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Usually a small ball valve or petcock which may be attached to a hose and which will vent the sediment away from the operator
Blowdown
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Safety precautions for compressors are described in ___
NSTM, Chapter 551
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Do not install a ___ between the compressor and receiver unless the compressor is fitted with a relief valve
Stop or check valve
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Moisture occurs naturally in air lines as a result of ___
Compression
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Recommended companion to filters, aftercoolers, and automatic drains for improving the productivity of compressed air systems
Separators
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The area at the compressor intake is constantly under a ___ while the compressor is in operation
Vacuum
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Performed on all accumulators, separators, filters, receivers, and air flasks to remove deposits of water, oil, and sediment
Blowdowns
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(Blowdown) If double valved, start with ___
Both the upstream and downstream valve closed
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(Blowdown) If double valved, open the ___ valve first
Downstream
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(Blowdown) Open the upstream valve to the bleed position for ___
10 - 20 seconds
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Moisture separators downstream of the compressor shall be blown down ___
Once per hour
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Manually drained compressor separators shall be drained ___
Once per watch, or every four hours, whichever comes first
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Air filters will be checked ___
Weekly or per PMS schedule
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Improper pulley/sheave alignment and belt tension are causes for ___
Motor overloading Excessive vibration Premature belt and/or bearing failure
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Clean air cleaning element by ___
Blowing LP air from the inside to the outside of the element
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Where should you not clean the air cleaning element?
Lazarette
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Check belt for:
Cracks Wear Alignment Proper tension
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Belt tension shall be ___ drop from middle
7/16"
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Test compressor relief valve by ___
Lifting valve by hand and release
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Most commonly found displacement type of pumps in the CG
Centrifugal pump
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Pump large volumes of flow at low pressure
Centrifugal pump
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A centrifugal pump is of what type
Nonpositive displacement type pump which delivers a variable flow rate depending upon system lineup
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The discharge flow rate from a nonpositive displacement pump is inversely proportional to ___
The discharge pressure it faces
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As discharge pressure rises, flow rate from the pump ___
Drops
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The maximum pressure that a pump can produce
Shutoff head
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The fluid being pumped also acts as a ___ for the pump internals
Cooling medium
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If the discharge pressure of a nonpositive displacement pump approaches shutoff head, the flow approaches ___ and the pump ___
0 | Overheats
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The force that tends to throw an object outward from a center of rotation
Centrifugal force
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The impeller creates a ___ at its center, and is discharged to ___
The center | Outer rim
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The liquid can be slowed down by being led through a ___
Volute or a series of diffusing passages
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As the velocity of the liquid decreases, the pressure ___
Increases
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The pump casing is sometimes referred to as the ___
Housing
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The part of the pump that, by design, directs the flow of liquid
Pump casing
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Two basic designs of pump casing
Volute | Diffuser
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This type of casing uses a gradually widening spiral channel which changes velocity into pressure
Volute
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This type of casing serves the same purpose as the volute, but is more efficient. It directs more fluid to the outlet by the use of stationary vanes
Diffuser
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Two classifications of centrifugal pumps
Single-stage | Multi-stage
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Transfers the motion from the prime mover to the impeller
Shaft
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Protects the shaft from excessive wear and corrosion from the seal or packing
Shaft sleeve
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The sleeve is often made of ___ and is ___
Softer metal | Inexpensive to replace
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Using a sleeve avoids ___
Shaft replacement and is cost effective
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Most important part of the pump
Impeller
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Transmits centrifugal force to the fluid by spinning at a high number of RPMs
Impeller
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An impeller must be ___ to avoid vibrations and wear
Balanced
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Impellers can be classified as ___
Closed Open Semi-closed
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Collar-type rings that protect the impeller and housing from wear
Wearing rings
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When the maximum allowable clearance has been exceeded, wearing rings must be ___
Replaced
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Prevent stiffing box water from entering the bearing housing
Water flinger rings
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Fitting pumps with ___ eliminates excessive stuffing box leakage
Mechanical seals
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Prevent air or fluid from entering or exiting the pump housing, and they are installed on the shaft behind the impeller
Mechanical seals
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Mechanical seal consists of two parts
Stationary seal | Rotary seal
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Composed of a ceramic face held in the pump housing by a rubber cup or seal seat
Stationary seal
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Composed of a carbon face, a rubber grommet or o-ring, a tension spring, and a driving band
Rotary seal
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Rides on the shaft sleeve and rotates with the shaft and impeller
Rotary seal
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The ___ is held against the stationary ceramic seal by the force applied by the tension spring
Carbon face
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The rotary seal head is sealed to the pump shaft or shaft sleeve by the ___
Rubber grommet
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The carbon face and the ceramic seal are ___
Lap-mated
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When replacing the mechanical seal, you must ___
Replace the whole seal
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Care must be taken not to touch the mated faces with your hands, because ___
The acid in the body oils of the fingers will break down the carbon face
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Mechanical seals should be ___ whenever the seal is removed for any reason, or if the leakage exceeds ____ for new seals, or ___ for used seals
Replaced 5 drops per minute 60 drops per minute
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All stuffing boxes are designed to leak for ___
Shaft cooling
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Cylindrical space in the pump casing surrounding the shaft
Stuffing box
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___ are placed in the stuffing box to form a seal, controlling the rate of leakage along the shaft
Rings of packing material
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The packing rings are held in place by ___
Studs with adjusting nuts
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The ___ causes the packing to expand radially
Axial compression
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Component used in large stuffing box applications which is a hollow perforated ring located near the center of the packing
Lantern ring
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Usually supplied with liquid piped from the discharge side of pump to help lubricate, cool, and/or seal the joint between the shaft and packing to prevent the leakage of air into the pump
Lantern ring
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Used to keep the shaft or rotor in correct alignment with the stationary parts under the action of the radial and transverse loads
Bearings
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Known a line, radial, or shaft bearings
Bearings that give radial positioning to the rotor
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Bearings that locate the rotor axially are called __
Thrust bearings
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Maintain position of the rotor and can be of the angled roller or pivoted segmented type
Thrust bearings
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Provides rotation to the impeller, it is either an electric motor, diesel engine, or gas engine
Prime mover/driver
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Four common types of couplings
Jaw Flex Grid Gear
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This coupling requires no lubrication and provides highly reliable service for light, medium, and heavy duty power transmission applications
Jaw coupling
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This coupling is usually used with an elastomer or "spider" which decreases hard starts and provides additional flexibility within the coupling
Jaw coupling
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This coupling is designed to be simple, reliable, and easy to assemble. Most will tolerate some amount of parallel and angular misalignment. Require no lubrication, and help dampen vibration and control shock
Flex coupling
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This coupling reduces vibration and cushions shock loads to safeguard driving and driven equipment. Usually used in high-speed applications.
Grid coupling
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This couplings are typically used in heavy duty applications where is is desirable to align shafts as accurately as possible. These couplings are designed to absorb angular, parallel, and axial misalignment without damage to the driver or driven machinery. Internally lubricated
Gear coupling
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Gear couplings have large sizing up to ___
44 inches
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Gear couplings have a capacity of ___
7,600 inch-lbs to 50,000,000 inch-lbs
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Do not use what on an elastomer seal
Petroleum jelly Tetrafluorethylene (TFE) Silicon grease
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Ethylene-propylene rubber (EPR) must not be libricated with any ___
Petroleum-based substance
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When handling a mechanical seal, make sure you wear ___
Latex gloves
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Ensure the ___ is facing out when you install it, or you will destroy the mechanical seal
Raised ring
140
Inspect the following items when inspecting a shaft bearings
- Freedom of rotation - Excessive heating of the bearings - Excessive bearing noise - Loose or broken bolts or parts - Distorted bearing supports, cracked or bent bearing caps, and loose balance rings - Loose or inaccurate coupling alignment - Coast-down time
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Short coast down times indicate ___
High torque
142
Methods for removing a bearing are outlined in ___
NSTM, Chapter 244
143
Two most frequently used methods to remove a bearing
Arbor press | Bearing puller
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The wear ring should be concentric to within ___
.002 inches
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The process of adjusting two or more machines coupled together so their shaft centerlines form one continuous straight line
Alignment
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The goal is to align shaft centerlines, not ___
Couplings
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The process of measuring offset and angularity of one shaft centerline in relation to the other shaft centerline
Alignment check
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Describes the maximum shaft alignment tolerances
NSTM, Chapter 503
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The misalignment of suction and discharge piping connections can cause ___
Pump and driver misalignment
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Piping flanges must be aligned so that no __ is required to attach flanges
External force
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___ shall not be used to position piping
Chain falls Pry bars Jacks Wedges
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Headless, cylindrical pin that is sunk into corresponding holes in adjoining parts to locate pars relative to each other or to join them together
Dowel pin
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Approved material of dowel pins
304 stainless steel
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The machine chosen to be shimmed in relation to the other
Machine to be shimmed
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Machine that is not moved during the alignment process
Stationary machine
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Process of adjusting a piece of machinery so the centerline of its shaft is accurately positioned
Alignment
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When the MTBS must be shimmed to adjust machinery position in a vertical plane
Vertical misalignment
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When the MTBS must be moved to adjust machinery position in a horizontal plane
Horizontal misalignment
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Angle formed between the MTBS shaft centerline and the SM shaft centerline
Angularity
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Slope on angle in thousandths of an inch per inch
Angle
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Distance between two shafts when measured at the centerline of the coupling
Offset
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Offset is expressed in ___
Thousandths of an inch
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Feet closest to coupling of the MTBS
Inboard feet
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Feet farthest from coupling of the MTBS
Back/Outboard feed
165
Process of setting dial indicator to 0
Zero
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Bending of dial-indicator mounting hardware
Indicator sag
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Bending is referred to as ___
Sag
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Condition caused when bottom of all four feet of the MTBS are not sitting square on machine base
Soft foot
169
MTBS
Machine to be Shimmed
170
SM
Stationary Machine
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Bolts and nuts used to secure each foot of movable machine-to-machine base
Hold-down bolts and nuts
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Horizontally positioned bolts on machine base which are located at each foot of machine. These bolts are used to adjust the horizontal position of machine
Jacking bolts
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Amount of change in relative shaft position that occurs when horizontally mounted machinery changes frim room temperature to operating temperatures
Thermal growth
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Alignment of a unit at operating temperature
Hot alignment
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Hot alignment readings must be taken within ___ of shutting down machinery
30 minutes
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Motor-driven units must run a minimum of __ to achieve operating temperature (Shaft alignment)
Four hours
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Alignment condition at room temperature
Cold alignment
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Preferred method of pump shaft alignment
Indicator reverse method
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Radial dial indicator readings are taken on both driver and driven shafts for the purpose of calculating relative position of shafts
Indicator reverse method
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Must have final shaft alignment checks accomplished with the unit at normal operating temperatures to compensate for thermal growth
Horizontally mounted, flexibly coupled, pumps
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Do not require a final hot alignment check
Vertically mounted, flexibly coupled pumps
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How long should you operate a shaft driven by steam turbine drives before checking hot alignment?
2 hours
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What kind of shims for alignment should not be used
Laminated or brass
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The P6 is primarily designed for __
Dewatering
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The P6 is a ___
Centrifugal pump driven by a Honda GX series gasoline engine
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CG owned equipment that is operated by civilians in distress
P6
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CG Rescue and Survival Systems Manual
COMDTINST M10470.10 (series)
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P6 is capable of delivering ___
Over 250 gpm at a 12-foot suction lift
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The complete dewatering kit with fuel weighs ___
Less than 120 lbs
190
The P6 by itself with gas weighs ___
55 lbs
191
The P6 is run by a ___
6 1/2 HP, 4-cycle Honda engine, fueled by 86 octane unleaded fuel
192
Dewatering pump kit includes what 8 items
``` P6 pump 2.5 gallon fuel tank 15-ft, 3-in suction hose 20-ft, 3-in discharge hose Spare pull rope Flashlight Laminated instruction card in four languages Operation and maintenance manual ```
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How long will the P6 operate on one tank of gas?
4 - 6 hours
194
The P6 can is made of ___
Aluminium
195
The P6 takes how much oil?
.63 quarts
196
Fill P6 gas can to ___
Two inches below the top
197
Attach the flashlight to the laminated instruction card with ___
A two foot length of cord
198
Tie what knot in the bitter end of the spare starter rope?
A figure eight
199
Secure the spare starter rope to ___
The lifting frame of the pump
200
What is stenciled on the lid of the P6 can?
NO SMOKING. GAS IN CAN
201
Open the throttle on the P6 how far when starting?
About 1/3 open
202
Do not operate a P6 for more than __ without water
2 minutes
203
How long do you have to switch fuel tanks on the P6?
About 30 seconds
204
After operating the P6, flush with fresh water for how long?
About five minutes
205
How long for the pump to run out of fuel after disconnected?
30 to 90 seconds
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When stowing the P6, fold the discharge hose into a tight, flat coil approximately ____ long, the coupling should hang off the end approximately ___
10 inches | 8 inches
207
Coil the suction hose ___
Clockwise
208
Use what wire to secure the P6 can lid
.020 diametre copper breakaway wire
209
The starter rope should exit the P6 recoil shroud at approximately the ___ position
9 o'clock
210
The P6 should be tuned to start in a maximum of ___ pulls
6
211
During monthly maintenance, run the pump for how long?
15 minutes
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Do not run the P6 dry for more than ___
2 minutes
213
P6 idle speed should be ___
1400 rpm
214
P6 full throttle speed should be ___
3900 rpm
215
After how many hours of operation of the P6 is it required that maintenance be performed?
20
216
What is the torque value on the P6 oil drain plug?
There is none, do not overtighten
217
How much oil does the P6 take?
.63 quarts
218
How many screws hold the P6 recoil starter?
3
219
Wind the starter rope around the P6 starter reel in the direction of the ___. Leave approximately ___ of the starter rope outside of the starter reel
Arrow | 30 cm
220
Torque P6 recoil starter assembly cap screws to ___
Between 25.3 to 32.5 ft/lbs
221
After the P6 20 hour maintenance, run the engine for how long?
Less than 1 minute
222
Use ___ to clean the P6 air filter
LP air (less than 30 psi)
223
P6 spark plug gap
30 thousandths
224
The P100 is ___
A Yanmar diesel engine-driven portable pump unit designed for firefighting and limited dewatering
225
The Yanmar engine is ___
An air-cooled, single cylinder, 4-cycle diesel engine rated at 10 HP
226
P100 ignition is achieved by ___
Direct injection of fuel
227
P100 initial compression is initially aided by __
Compression release lever to help overcome its high compression ratio
228
The P100 is started by ___
Recoil type starter
229
The P100 fuel injection pump is ___
Bosch type timed at 13 +/- 1 degree TDC
230
The P100 uses __ lubrication via ___ and ___ lubrication for the valve rocker arm chamber
Forced Trochoid pump Splash
231
The P100 L/O filter is a ___ type
60 mesh
232
P100 oil capacity
1.65 litres (.44 gallons)
233
(P100) Recommended oil for Navy/CG use is ___, equivalent to ___
MIL-L-2104 | SAE 15W40
234
P100 air cleaner element is a ___ type
Dry paper element
235
The P100 is cooled by ___
Forced air generated by a flywheel fan
236
P100 speed control is accomplished by __
An all speed type mechanical governor
237
P100 fuel tank is what size?
1.45 gallon
238
The P100 tank assembly consists of ___
``` Tank Fuel filter Isolation valve Injection valve Level sight tube Fuel tank cap ```
239
The P100 pump assembly is __
Single-suction, single-stage, centrifugal pump
240
The P100 impeller is __ design
Closed
241
The P100 has a ___ for the suction
3 inch male threaded connection
242
The P100 has a ___ for the discharge
2 1/2 inch male threaded connection
243
The P100 measures ___
21 x 23.5 x 24.38
244
The P100 weighs ___
164 lbs
245
The P100 is designed to provide ___
100 gpm at 83 psi while lifting 20 ft
246
In high lift operations, the P100 will provide ___
68 gpm at 45 psi while lifting 39 ft
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Blocks exhaust port forcing exhaust flow through the eductor priming jet creating a vacuum in the pump housing to overcome suction lift to aid initial pump suction
Exhaust primer valve
248
Connects exhaust primer jet to the suction side of the pump
Primer hose assembly
249
2 1/2 inch National Hose connection; diametre discharge hose connection with cutout valve
Discharge valve and head assembly
250
Located on the pump side of the primer hose assembly. Used to isolate the primer suction from the exhaust
Primer (power) shutoff valve and suction connection
251
Located at the bottom of pump housing to drain water after use
Pump drain valve (petcock)
252
Adjusts the packing gland for pump impeller shaft cooling
Packing adjustment plunger
253
P100 packing drip rate should be ___
Between 5 and 60 drops per minute
254
Used to check oil level in the sump
Oil dipstick
255
Adjusts engine speed which increases pump pressure and output
Throttle
256
Recoil spring pull start
Starter assembly
257
Used to release compression during initial start-up and make it easier to start
Compression release lever/decompression lever
258
The P100 block heater is ___
A 200 watt, 120 VAC heater that is mounted between the frame and the engine
259
- 1 1/2 inches or 2 1/2 inches in diametre - Connects two male couplings - Used for jumper line assemblies - Connects a male coupling to a fireplug - Has identical ends with swivels and gaskets
Double female coupling
260
- 1 1/2 inches or 2 1/2 inches in diametre - Connects two female couplings - Makes nozzle connections on female outlets
Double male coupling
261
- Reduces a 2 1/2 inch fireplug or hose to a 1 1/2 inch size | - Has 2 1/2 inch female threads and 1 1/2 inch male threads
Straight reducer coupling
262
- Increases a 1 1/2 inch fireplug or hose line to a 2 1/2 inch size - Has 1 1/2 inch female threads and 2 1/2 inch male threads
Straight increaser coupling
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- Reduces a 2 1/2 inch line to two 1 1/2 inch lines - Equipped with two stop valves - Lines can be controlled independently of the other
Wye-gate
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Same as wye-gate, except it is equipped with three stop valves, and an additional 2 1/2 inch outlet with valve in the center
Tri-gate
265
Facilitates the disconnection of hoses and fittings
Spanner wrench
266
How many spanner wrenches are provided at each fire station?
2
267
Standard firehose is coloured ___
Orange
268
Standard firehose has a maximum operating pressure of ___
250 psi
269
Standard firehose comes in lengths of ___
50'
270
Adjustable spray-pattern nozzle
Vari-nozzle
271
Two styles of vari-nozzles used in the CG
Elkhart | Akron
272
The 1 1/2 inch vari nozzles come in ___
95 gpm and 125 gpm
273
Vari-nozzle spray patterns
Straight stream Narrow angle (30 degrees) Wide/fog angle (90 degrees)
274
Wide fog can range from ___
90 to 110 degrees
275
Used to clear debris from the vari-nozzle tip
Flush setting
276
The vari-nozzle can produce an acceptable fog pattern down to ___ psi
60
277
The __ nozzle has a spring-loaded thumb latch that holds the selected water flow pattern shroud in place
Elkhart
278
Jet-type pumps that contain no moving parts
Eductors
279
Contains jets, through which water flows under pressure. The velocity of the water increases while flowing through the nozzle and creates a vacuum in the suction area
Eductor
280
Used to pump liquids that cannot be pumped by other portable pumps (such as heavy oils and flammable liquids)
Eductor
281
About ___ of the water being discharged from the eductor is the water being removed from the compartment
50%
282
Two types of eductors
Navy S type | Peri-jet
283
A maximum suction lift of __ is recommended for best performance of the P100
10 ft
284
When checking the oil level of the P100 the dipstick should ___
Not be screwed in
285
Open the P100 pump discharge valve until __ is attained while fireplug is open
83 psi
286
When stopping the P100 allow it to idle for __
2 minutes
287
Simplifies the process of flushing the P100
Darley's flushing adapter
288
P100 must be flushed for how long?
10 minutes
289
A hose faked on a fire station should be at least ___ above the deck
6 inches
290
To make the P100 packing adjustment, raise the discharge pressure to ___
50 psi
291
Tighten the packing screw using a ___
6 inch long, 9/16" end wrench
292
Torque of P100 packing screw
24 in/lbs
293
When adjusting the P100 packing, operate the pump at ___ for ___
50 psi | 5 minutes
294
After having made the packing adjustment on the P100, operate the pump for ___ at ___
10 minutes | 83 psi
295
The P100 uses ___ for fuel
F-76 or JP-5