system must be taken periodically to ensure
an area where the noise level is greater than 104
db (such as running checks on a gas turbine
product quality. When NAVSEA receives reports
module (GTM) with the module door open), you
of lubricant difficulties, it takes immediate steps
must wear double hearing protection -earplugs
to determine the problem by testing used and
unused lubricant samples and by investigating
equipment malfunctions. In this manner, product
quality is being maintained and is upgraded when
HANDLING HAZARDOUS MATE-
RIAL.--Because of the high rotational speeds and
necessary.
high temperatures generated by GTEs, petroleum-
based oils are not suitable for use. Most of to-
Care of New Lube Oil.--Upon receiving new
day's GTEs use synthetic-based oils containing
lube oil on board ship, and immediately before
polyesters. These oils are usually less viscous than
placing the oil in the storage tanks, you must
those used in reciprocating engines.
thoroughly test it using the procedures specified
in Naval Ships' Technical Manual, chapter 262.
The synthetic oil in general use aboard gas
turbine ships is MIL-L-23699. You must use
Be certain that the proper grade has been delivered
special precautions and handling procedures
and that the oil meets all physical and chemical
because these oils can remove paint and are toxic.
properties described in the procurement specifica-
When handling synthetic oils, you must avoid
tion. New lube oil should be delivered to ships
in a clear and bright condition. If the new oil does
spills. Prolonged contact with the oil can cause
skin irritations, such as dermatitis. Inhalation of
not meet the procurement specification, it may
vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory tract.
have deteriorated or have been contaminated
When working with this oil, you should always
during storage or handling. Shore laboratory
wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and an apron.
testing is required to determine usability.
If you do come in contact with synthetic oil,
New oil is delivered to ships either in bulk by
remove any oil-soaked clothing and wash with
tank trucks or as packaged products in drums,
soap and water. If you have oil splashed into your
pails, or cans. Before off-loading or handling
eyes, immediately flush them with water and seek
MIL-L-17331 (2190 TEP) tank truck deliveries,
medical attention.
sample the oil and visually check all truck
compartments. Shore laboratory testing may be
Fluid Management Program
required to determine usability. Check for intact
seals on commercial trucks and verify delivery
In this section, we will discuss the receipt,
documents. If oil quality or quantity is question-
transfer, stowage, and discharge of lube oils. The
able, do not take the oil on board until the
problem is resolved with the activity personnel
flammable liquid management program, the
responsible for the delivery. When delivery is by
analysis of petroleum test results, and the
corrective action required for abnormal conditions
Navy trucks, it should include a laboratory test
will also be discussed. You will find that
report of the lube oil quality. Ensure that the truck
knowledge of fluid management is useful in your
hose is connected to the correct ship manifold.
day-to-day evolutions and essential to meeting
Upon completion of delivery, sound the lube oil
your watch-stander qualifications as oil king. For
tanks and verify all quantities with the truck meter
more specific details and procedures, refer to
readings.
Naval Ships' Technical Manual, chapters 262 and
Packaged lubricating oil is normally sealed and
541.
the containers are marked to identify the content.
Do not use the oil if the container markings are
LUBE OIL.--Proper lubrication is vital to the
not clear. Fifty-five gallon drums are fitted with
operation of all shipboard machinery. In the
cap seals on the bungs. If these seals are missing
following paragraphs we will describe lube oil
or damaged, do not use the oil until the quality
quality control, the handling of new lube oils and
can be verified by shore laboratory analysis. When
initially opening a new drum and pail, take a thief
hydraulic fluids (including synthetic oils), and the
prevention and clean-up of oil spills.
sample and visually inspect it for quality. If the
sample is contaminated or appears abnormal,
Quality Control.--Each batch of lubricant
isolate the container and do not use until the
must be tested, as required by the specifications
quality can be established. If other containers
show similar quality problems, submit a defective
in effect at the time the batch enters the supply
system. Samples of the oils stored in the supply
material report (NAVSUPINST 4440.120). Before
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