#Prime mover series

#Prime mover series

To learn more about the operating principles and construction of electric motors, you should obtain a copy of each of the following TRAMANs: Module 5, Introduction to Generators and Motors, Navy Electricity and Electronics Training Series (NEETS), NAVEDTRA B72-05-00-96. Although these books are described as basic texts, the information they contain can help you better understand the equipment covered in this chapter. There are several important Navy training publications of which you need to be aware. Always get to know these guides before attempting to operate and maintain the equipment for which you are responsible. Taken together, these maintenance schedules, manufacturer's instructions, and so on, provide you with detailed information on operating procedures and maintenance requirements. Each local command also maintains a file of manufacturer's instructions, parts lists, drawings, and diagrams for all equipment installed or used in that command.

Local commands develop specific operator maintenance schedules, logs, and reports. The emphasis is on fundamental operating principles, parts, and maintenance of prime movers, pumps, and air compressors, and operating problems you may experience. CHAPTER 6 PRIME MOVERS, PUMPS, AND AIR COMPRESSORS LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Identify types and uses of prime movers, pumps, and air compressors identify procedures required in preventive maintenance and maintenance on pumps and air compressors.īecause of the many types of prime movers, pumps, and air compressors used by Navy units, the information presented on operating procedures and maintenance requirements in this chapter is brief and general.