Exam Question

Under Continuous survey of machinery (CSM) bottom end bearing of a large 2-stroke slow speed engine is due for survey.

(a) As 2nd engineer, explain the procedure involved in complete inspection of a bottom end bearing

(b) List the precaution to be taken

(c) Indicate the reasons for possible defect which could be encountered and state how they may be rectified

(d) What test are carried out on compietion or survey and re-assembly