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Section 2: Prime Movers

Task 9) Define basic prime mover theory and principles

a Two cycle and four cycle for diesel
b Turbo charged or naturally aspirated
c Four cycle gas engines

Reference:
EGSA (2015). On-Site Power Generation Reference Book, Fifth Edition. Boca Raton, Florida: Electrical
Generating Systems Association. Chapters 1 – 6

Task 10) Identify different types of prime movers

a Gas types (spark ignition types)
--natural gas
--propane (liquid or vapor)
--gasoline (portable)
b Diesel Types (compression types)
--No. 1
--No. 2
--JP types (jet fuel)
c Dual fuel types

Reference:
EGSA (2015). On-Site Power Generation Reference Book, Fifth Edition. Boca Raton, Florida: Electrical
Generating Systems Association. Chapters 1 – 6

Task 11) Maintain/inspect starting systems

a Differentiate between air and electric starting systems
b Identify and replace components
--solenoids
--starters
--cables
--terminals
--batteries
--control devices
--piping (air or hydraulic systems)
c Troubleshoot and test starting problems
--voltage drop
--test level
--amp draw
--pinion and ring gear test
--pressure level

Reference:
EGSA (2015). On-Site Power Generation Reference Book, Fifth Edition. Boca Raton, Florida:
Electrical Generating Systems Association. Chapters 12, 39

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