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Che cos'e Valvola di fondo?

Valvola di fondo A non-return valve installed at the lower end of a suction line in cargo or ballast tanks, designed to prevent backflow and maintain pump prime.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Valvola di fondo” Used in Practice?

Capo ingegnere alla squadra: Ispezionare tutte le valvole di fondo prima delle operazioni con la pompa di zavorra.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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Che cos'e Valvola di fondo?

A non-return valve installed at the lower end of a suction line in cargo or ballast tanks, designed to prevent backflow and maintain pump prime.

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