Bilge and sullage systems Flashcards
Define bilge
Spillage, leakage that accumulates at the bottom of the hull
Define sullage
The left over fluids after bilge water has been passed through a separator.
What is the purpose of an eductor?
To remove fluid (oil/fuel/water) from the bilges very quickly.
What is the purpose of the bilge system?
To remove excess fluid from machinery space bilges and to separate water from oil and discharge oil to sullage tanks.
How is water separated from oil in the bilge system?
With the use of an oily water separator.
What is the purpose of the sullage system?
The sullage system retains dirty or waste oil and fuel until it can be properly discharged ashore.
State the procedure for operating an eductor.
- Open the discharge overboard valve.
- Open the motive water valve supplied from the HPSWM.
- Open the bilge suction valves.
What will happen if the eductor system is operated incorrectly? (valves opened in the wrong order)
The compartment will flood with sea water from the HPSWM.
Who’s permission is required to operate an eductor?
The MEO.
