Specifications

Chapter 7 – Emergency Procedures
Section F. Engine High Water Temperature
F.1.
Symptom(s)
• Loss of engine power when throttle is increased.
• Red light (overheating indicator) illuminates on ignition control panel.
NOTE
• Steam escapes from engine cover.
F.2. Actions
If the engine experiences high water temperature, take the following actions:
Step Action
1 Coxswain notify and direct the crew to investigate the casualty,
and reports status, cause and, if applicable, estimated time to
repair.
2 Coxswain bring engine to idle and stop the engine.
3 Crewmembers should:
• Check engine cover with the back of the hand to ascertain any
abnormal temperature.
• Check around engine cover for evidence of steam.
• If possible, tilt engine forward and check cooling water intake
screen for obstructions.
• Report all findings to the coxswain.
4 Coxswain report status of casualty to the Operational Commander.
When the red overheat light illuminates, the engine speed is reduced
automatically to 1800 RPM. If the condition persists another 20
seconds, the engine shuts down.
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