7.3 Steam boilers and boiler feed systems
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7.3 Steam boilers and boiler feed systems

  7.3.1 Water tube boilers serving turbine propulsion machinery should be fitted with a high-water-level alarm.

  7.3.2 Every steam generating system which provides services essential for the propulsion of the unit should be provided with not less than two separate feedwater systems from and including the feed pumps, noting that a single penetration of the steam drum is acceptable. Means should be provided which will prevent overpressure in any part of the systems.

Parent topic: Chapter 7 – Machinery and Electrical Installations for Self-Propelled Units
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