Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #1245 (Set 24)

When changing over from residual to distillate fuel on a slow-speed diesel main engine, what is a good guideline to follow regarding the change over?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Rate of temperature change of fuel to the engine should not exceed 2 degrees C per minute.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: Rate of temperature change of fuel to the engine should not exceed 2 degrees C per minute..

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