USCG USCG General Eng
Set 6 • Question #379 of 498
Launch Interactive Practice Room Which of the following actions, pertaining to saltwater lubricated stern tube stuffing boxes, is usually observed when the ship is expected to be in port for an extended period?
A
The stuffing box is continually flushed.
B
The drain connection is left opened.
C
The stuffing box gland is tightened.
✓ Correct Answer
D
The packing is adjusted for greater cooling or replaced.
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'Which of the following actions, pertaining to saltwater lubricated stern tube stuffing boxes, is usually observed when the ship is expected to be in port for an extended period', the standard operating requirement is: 'The stuffing box gland is tightened.'.
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