Theory 3(Bilge and sullage)(RN)

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What is the purpose of an eductor ?
To remove excess fluids(Oil/fuel/water)from the bilges
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what is the purpose of the bilge system
Removes fluids and filters oil/fuel from water, discharging the water overboard
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What is the purpose of the sullage system ?
Stores dirty water,fuel and oil drained from the bilges until it can be disposed of correctly.
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What is the correct order to operate the eductors ?
Open DOB
Open the motive water supply
Open the bilge suction valve
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What will happen if the DOB valve isn't opened ?
Sea water will back fill the bilge, if not rectified it will flood the machinery space.
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What is the main hazard with bilge systems
The storage of oil/fuel can create a fire hazard and cause a build-up of hydrogen sulphide.
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what is the purpose of the bilge system

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Removes fluids and filters oil/fuel from water, discharging the water overboard

Card 3

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What is the purpose of the sullage system ?

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Card 4

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What is the correct order to operate the eductors ?

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Card 5

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What will happen if the DOB valve isn't opened ?

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