How to start a ship from Cold Condition " lesson 1 "

Summary

This video guides viewers through the process of starting up an emergency generator on a ship, beginning from a cold, inactive state. The procedure involves checking essential systems like oil, fuel, and cooling before starting the generator using hydraulic pressure or batteries. Once the generator is running, power is supplied to critical systems, including the steering gear and pumps. The video emphasizes system checks and safety protocols to ensure all equipment is functioning before moving to operational mode, providing a clear and concise tutorial for engine room operations.

Takeaways

• 😀 The process starts with the ship in a cold condition, meaning everything is off and non-operational.
• 😀 The first step involves selecting the cold ship condition in the program, and the startup is initiated by pressing the F1 key.
• 😀 Alarms are triggered as the system starts, allowing the user to monitor the engine room and perform necessary checks.
• 😀 The emergency generator is the first system to check, ensuring its functionality is critical for the ship’s operation.
• 😀 Key systems such as the boil sump tank, cooling water system, and fuel system are checked for proper functioning.
• 😀 The cooling system’s pump is driven by the engine, and the fuel system’s pumps are powered by the emergency generator.
• 😀 There are two ways to start the generator: using batteries or hydraulic oil from an accumulator with a hand pump.
• 😀 The hydraulic pump gradually increases pressure, and the system data, such as engine RPM and system pressures, is displayed.
• 😀 Once the required pressure is reached, the generator is started, and the system begins to provide power to critical equipment.
• 😀 Voltage is increased and breakers are engaged to supply power to the emergency switchboard, which handles essential systems like steering gears and pumps.
• 😀 After ensuring everything is functioning properly, the generator is connected to the main switchboard, and the battery charge is confirmed.

Q & A

What is the first step in starting the emergency diesel generator on the ship?

The first step is to ensure that the engine is in a cold condition, meaning everything is shut down, including the machinery and lights, before starting the process.

How is the cold ship condition represented in the program?

The cold ship condition is represented in the program as a mode where no systems are active, and the environment is idle with no noise or machinery running.

What role does the emergency generator play in the ship's operation?

The emergency generator is critical for supplying electricity to vital systems on the ship, ensuring they remain operational in case of a primary power failure.

How are the fuel and lubrication systems checked before starting the emergency generator?

The fuel system is checked to ensure that the fuel tanks are filled with diesel oil, and the lubrication system is verified by checking the oil levels and flow.

What are the two methods for starting the emergency generator?

The two methods for starting the emergency generator are using batteries or hydraulic oil from an accumulator, which is pressurized using a hand pump.

What happens when the hydraulic oil pressure is increased during the startup process?

Increasing the hydraulic oil pressure using the hand pump activates the generator, causing the RPM to increase and the system to start supplying power.

What is the function of the cooling water system during the startup?

The cooling water system ensures that the emergency generator and other machinery are kept at the correct temperature during startup and operation.

How is power distributed once the emergency generator is running?

Once the generator is running, voltage is increased, and the breaker is closed, supplying power to the emergency switchboard and essential systems, such as the steering gear and pumps.

Why is it important to check the main switchboard and battery charging systems?

Checking the main switchboard and battery charging systems ensures that the ship's power distribution is stable and that the batteries are properly charged for future use.

What does the program do after confirming the generator and power systems are working properly?

After confirming everything is functioning, the program concludes the lesson on starting the emergency diesel generator, signaling that the power system is now operational.