Engine Safety (Supplementary) USCG Question #704 (Set 8)

The piston rod scraper box incorporated in a two-stroke/cycle, crosshead diesel engine serves to __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — prevent sludge and dirty oil from entering the crankcase

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: prevent sludge and dirty oil from entering the crankcase.

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