General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #849 (Set 13)

Concerning the arrangements of a disk-oiled line shaft bearing, what statement is true?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — The disk is clamped to the shaft with the lowermost part immersed in oil, and the distribution of the oil to the bearing is by the action of an oil scraper.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: The disk is clamped to the shaft with the lowermost part immersed in oil, and the distribution of the oil to the bearing is by the action of an oil scraper..

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