Exam Question
(a) Draw a diagrammatic sketch of auxiliary boiler on your ship, labelling all the mountings provided (8)
(b) Describe function of each mounting in brief (8)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
MEKM
📅 Mar 2023
Reference Answer
### (a) Diagrammatic Sketch of an Auxiliary Boiler
A diagram of a typical vertical smoke-tube auxiliary boiler is required, clearly labelling all the essential mountings. This sketch should show the boiler shell, furnace, smoke tubes, water space, steam space, and the location of each mounting.
### (b) Function of Each Mounting
Boiler mountings are a set of safety, control, and monitoring devices fitted to the boiler to ensure its safe and efficient operation. Their functions are as follows:
A diagram of a typical vertical smoke-tube auxiliary boiler is required, clearly labelling all the essential mountings. This sketch should show the boiler shell, furnace, smoke tubes, water space, steam space, and the location of each mounting.
### (b) Function of Each Mounting
Boiler mountings are a set of safety, control, and monitoring devices fitted to the boiler to ensure its safe and efficient operation. Their functions are as follows:
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