Storage Batteries
With reference to storage batteries, explain EACH of the following:
(a) boost charge;(3)
(b) slow charge;(2)
(c) trickle charge;(3)
(d) float charge.(2)
1.Quiz. Study Notes
(a) List FIVE safety precautions that need to be observed for the location and storage of a large bank of emergency batteries.(5)
(b) Describe FIVE weekly routine maintenance tasks that need to be performed on a bank of lead acid battery cells.(5)
2.Quiz. Study Notes
With reference to battery lockers:
(a) state the requirements for an internal light fitting;(4)
(b) explain why the requirements stated in part (a) are necessary.(6)
3.Quiz. Study Notes
With reference to storage batteries:
(a) explain how the level of charge can be determined in EACH of the following:
(i) lead acid;(3)
(ii) alkaline;(2)
(b) state FIVE reasons that the charge may be reduced.(5)
4.Quiz. Study Notes
List FIVE safety devices that may be fitted to the main swichboard of a vessel, stating reasons for fitting each device.(10)
5.Quiz. Study Notes
State FIVE safety features of a battery locker, explaining why EACH feature is required.(10)
6.Quiz. Study Notes
List TEN routine maintenance checks that should be carried out on a vented type lead acid engine starting battery system.(10)
Question 9.
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7.Quiz. Study Notes