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The fresh water circulating through the engine’s cylinder jacket to absorb heat and prevent overheating during operation.
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Air Rendah Boiler
A hazardous boiler condition where water level falls below the minimum safe mark, risking tube overheating, boiler damage, or explosion.
View termAlarm Air Bilga
An alert indicating the presence of excess water in the bilge spaces, often requiring automatic or manual pumping, and indicating possible leak or flooding, as per MARPOL and class regulations.
View termAlarm Gear Kemudi
A warning signal indicating malfunction or abnormal condition in the steering gear system, requiring immediate crew investigation to ensure safe navigation and comply with SOLAS Chapter II-1.
View termAlarm Ruang Mesin
An audible and/or visual signal in the engine room, indicating an abnormal or hazardous condition in machinery, systems, or parameters that requires prompt crew attention according to the ship’s alarm management procedures.
View termBackflushing Otomatis
A system that automatically reverses flow through filters or strainers to remove debris and maintain performance without manual intervention.
View termBahan Bakar Tekanan Tinggi
Fuel oil pressurized to high levels for injection into main engine cylinders, delivered by high-pressure pumps as specified by engine manufacturer and SOLAS for efficient combustion.
View termBaling-baling pitch kendali
A propeller with blades whose pitch can be adjusted while running, allowing for variable thrust and improved maneuverability without changing engine speed.
View termBanjir Ruang Mesin
The presence or rapid ingress of water in the engine room spaces, posing a serious risk to machinery and vessel safety, requiring emergency response and reporting under SOLAS protocols.
View termBoiler Gas Buang
A heat recovery unit using main engine exhaust gases to generate steam for shipboard heating or auxiliary systems, integral to energy management under MARPOL and SOLAS.
View termBypass Filter Bahan Bakar
A mechanism allowing fuel to flow around a clogged filter element to maintain engine operation in emergencies, potentially introducing unfiltered fuel.
View termCylinder Cut Out
A control action or device used to disable fuel supply to a cylinder, usually for maintenance or troubleshooting, while engine is running.
View termDaftar Mesin Kritis
An official document or database on board identifying all essential machinery whose failure would significantly affect vessel safety, navigation, or pollution prevention, maintained as per ISM and class rules.
View termDetektor kabut oli
A fixed device that continuously monitors and detects oil mist concentrations in engine crankcases to prevent explosions and ensure safe engine operation.
View termDistributor Udara Start
A mechanical device that controls the timing and sequence of starting air supplied to engine cylinders during main engine start-up, in compliance with class and manufacturer requirements.
View termDosis otomatis ketel
A system that automatically injects water treatment chemicals into the boiler feedwater to control scale and corrosion, ensuring efficient and safe operation.
View termFilter Udara Start
A filter installed in the starting air system to remove contaminants from compressed air before it reaches engine cylinders for starting.
View termGenerator Air Tawar
A shipboard device that produces potable freshwater from seawater using evaporation and condensation, essential for crew and machinery needs, and subject to MARPOL and class guidelines.
View termGenerator gas inert
A shipboard unit that produces inert gas, primarily used on tankers to maintain a non-flammable atmosphere in cargo tanks, reducing the risk of explosion.
View termHomogenizer Minyak Bakar
A machine that breaks down asphaltene clusters and ensures uniform mixing of fuel oil, improving combustion quality and reducing sludge formation.
View termIndikator Mesin Utama
An instrument that displays key operational parameters of the main engine, such as load, RPM, and cylinder pressures, aiding performance monitoring.
View termIntercooler Diferensial
The pressure or temperature difference measured across the intercooler, used to detect fouling or blockages affecting engine performance.
View termIsolasi Ruang Mesin
The process or system of segregating the engine room from other compartments to contain hazards such as fire, flooding, or toxic gas.
View termJaga Ruang Mesin
The assigned period when crew are stationed in the engine room to monitor, operate, and respond to machinery and alarms, in accordance with SOLAS and engine room management procedures.
View termKatup pelepas ledakan bak engkol
A safety device fitted on engine crankcases that vents pressure and flame in the event of a crankcase explosion, reducing risk of damage and crew injury.
View termKatup Pembuangan Uap
A valve that releases excess steam from boilers or turbines to prevent overpressure, often routed to the atmosphere or condenser in emergencies.
View termKatup Pengatur Tekanan
A valve used to maintain a set pressure in a piping system by opening or closing in response to changes in upstream or downstream pressure.
View termKatup Sea Chest
A seacock or valve fitted at the hull sea chest, controlling seawater intake for engine cooling, ballast, or firefighting.
View termKompresor udara mulai
A compressor that supplies high-pressure air for starting main and auxiliary engines, essential for engine readiness and maneuvering operations.
View termKontrol Mesin Utama
The central console or system used to monitor and operate the ship’s main propulsion engine, including remote start, stop, RPM, alarms, and critical parameter displays, typically located in the engine control room or bridge.
View termLevel Tang Deaerator
The measured height of water within the deaerator tank, critical for ensuring proper removal of dissolved gases from boiler feedwater.
View termManajemen Burner Boiler
The control and monitoring of burner operations on marine boilers to ensure safe and efficient ignition, combustion, and shut-down sequences.
View termManajemen Daya Otomatis
A computerized system on board ships that monitors and optimizes power generation and distribution automatically, ensuring efficiency and compliance with class requirements.
View termMode Kontrol Jembatan
A mode in which the propulsion and critical machinery are operated directly from the bridge, with command transferred from the engine control room for maneuvering or restricted navigation.
View termMonitor Pembuangan Minyak
An electronic device used to measure and control oil content in discharged water, ensuring compliance with MARPOL and pollution prevention standards.
View termOli bantalan utama
Lubricating oil supplied to the main engine's main bearings, essential for reducing friction and preventing overheating or seizure.
View termOli Gearbox Reduksi
Lubricating oil specifically formulated for use in reduction gearboxes, ensuring smooth power transmission and preventing gear wear or overheating.
View termOperasi Beban Rendah
Operating main engines or generators at reduced output, often during harbor stay or maneuvering, requiring special monitoring to prevent issues like incomplete combustion.
View termOperasi peniup jelaga
The process of using a soot blower system to remove accumulated soot from boiler tubes or exhaust gas economizers, ensuring efficient heat transfer and preventing fire hazards.
View termOverload Motor Listrik
A condition in which an electric motor draws current above its rated limit, risking overheating and possible failure unless protected by automatic tripping devices.
View termPanel Deteksi Gas
A monitoring system that displays real-time readings from gas detectors, providing alarms if hazardous or flammable gas is detected in any compartment.
View termPanel generator darurat
The control interface for the ship's emergency generator, enabling monitoring, activation, and shutdown of emergency electrical power during critical situations.
View termPanel kontrol propulsi
The main interface on the bridge or in the engine room for controlling the vessel’s propulsion system, including speed, direction, and emergency stop.
View termPanel Saklar Utama
The primary electrical distribution panel on board controlling power supply to all vital systems and equipment, designed and operated per class and SOLAS rules.
View termPanel telemetri mesin
A central control panel for monitoring, displaying, and logging engine performance parameters and alarms in real-time, often located in the engine control room.
View termPelindung Kopling Pompa
A mechanical safety cover installed over rotating pump couplings to prevent injury and contain parts in the event of failure.
View termPemadaman ketel bantu
The complete stopping of an auxiliary boiler on board, including secure isolation and safety checks, typically during port stay or upon order.
View termPemanas Minyak Termal
A unit designed to heat thermal oil used as a medium for transferring heat to fuel tanks, cargo systems, or other shipboard processes.
View termPemasukan Oli Silinder
The controlled supply of lubricating oil to the main engine cylinder liners, essential for reducing friction and wear, as specified by engine manufacturer and class.
View termPembagian Beban Mesin
The process of distributing electrical or mechanical load evenly between two or more engines or generators operating in parallel to optimize performance and prevent overloading, as per engine room procedures and automation systems.
View termPembalikan mesin utama
A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.
View termPembatasan daya poros
A set operational restriction on the maximum shaft power output, typically to comply with EEXI and MARPOL Annex VI energy efficiency regulations.
View termPemurni Oli Pelumas
A centrifugal device used on board to remove water and contaminants from lubricating oil, ensuring optimal engine operation and longevity.
View termPemutusan bahan bakar darurat
A safety device or procedure for rapidly stopping fuel supply to machinery or tanks in case of fire or other emergencies.
View termPencatat data mesin
A device or software system that automatically records and stores key engine parameters for performance monitoring, diagnostics, and compliance documentation.
View termPendingin Oli Hidrolik
A heat exchanger used to maintain the temperature of hydraulic oil within safe operating limits for reliable system performance.
View termPendingin Udara Scavenge
A heat exchanger that cools scavenge air supplied to main engine cylinders, increasing air density and engine efficiency as per engine manufacturer and class requirements.
View termPenerima Udara Utama
A large pressure vessel that stores compressed air for main engine starting and other critical pneumatic systems, maintained as per SOLAS and class standards.
View termPengaturan Kecepatan Mesin
The selected rotational speed at which a ship’s engine is set to operate, typically determined by bridge orders for maneuvering or voyage.
View termPenghitung putaran poros
A device or system that records the number of revolutions of the propulsion shaft, providing critical speed and distance data.
View termPerawatan Turbocharger
Scheduled inspection, cleaning, and servicing of the engine turbocharger to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdown, as per manufacturer’s recommendations and class rules.
View termPompa Ballast Otomatis
An automatic mode setting on the ballast pump, enabling the pump to start and stop based on tank level sensors or a central control system.
View termPompa Pelumas Cadangan
A backup pump in the engine room that automatically or manually provides lubrication oil flow if the main pump fails, ensuring critical machinery protection.
View termPompa Pendingin Air Laut
A pump supplying seawater to coolers for cooling main and auxiliary machinery, essential for temperature regulation and engine safety.
View termPompa siaga jarak jauh
A pump located outside the machinery space, operated remotely to provide emergency or backup fluid transfer capability.
View termPosisi Rak Bahan Bakar
The precise setting of the fuel control rack that determines the amount of fuel delivered to each cylinder of a diesel engine.
View termPosisi Tuas Manuver
The selected position of the manoeuvring lever on the bridge or engine control console, determining direction and speed of the main engine during vessel maneuvers.
View termPower Take Off
A mechanical device that transfers engine power to auxiliary equipment such as generators or pumps, typically via a shaft coupling.
View termProsedur pergantian bahan bakar
A documented process for safely switching the ship’s fuel supply from one grade or type to another, often to comply with sulphur regulations in emission control areas.
View termSaklar Shutdown Darurat
A manually operated control that immediately halts machinery or electrical equipment in emergencies to prevent damage, fire, or injury.
View termSeal Pipa Buritan
A sealing device at the exit point of the ship’s propeller shaft through the hull, preventing water ingress and oil leakage, and critical for propulsion integrity.
View termSensor Suhu Gas Buang
A device that measures and transmits the temperature of exhaust gases, crucial for monitoring engine performance and preventing overheating or thermal damage.
View termShutdown Keamanan Mesin
An automatic or manual action that stops the engine to prevent damage or hazard when critical parameters exceed safe limits, as mandated by SOLAS and machinery safety systems.
View termSinkronisasi generator
The process of matching the voltage, frequency, and phase of an incoming generator to the busbar before connecting it in parallel with the existing power supply.
View termSistem Air Pendingin
The network of pipes, pumps, and heat exchangers circulating water to remove excess heat from the main engine and auxiliary systems.
View termSistem Interlock Mesin
An automated safety mechanism that prevents certain engine operations unless predefined conditions are satisfied, protecting equipment and personnel from unsafe procedures.
View termSistem Kontrol Jarak Jauh
A system allowing the operation and monitoring of shipboard machinery or equipment from a location other than the equipment itself, such as from the bridge or engine control room, compliant with SOLAS and class requirements.
View termSistem Pemutus Beban
An automated system that disconnects non-essential electrical loads to prevent total blackout when generator capacity is insufficient.
View termSistem Pengukuran Tangki
An electronic or manual system for measuring liquid levels in ship tanks, such as fuel, ballast, or fresh water, to ensure safe operations and compliance with MARPOL and class.
View termStand Kontrol Lokal
A designated engine room console enabling manual operation and monitoring of main engine or machinery independently of the remote (bridge) controls.
View termStart Genset Darurat
The procedure to initiate the ship's emergency generator to supply critical electrical power during a main blackout or failure of the main power supply, as required by SOLAS and vessel emergency protocols.
View termStart Mesin Bantu
The operation to start a ship’s auxiliary engine, which provides electrical power or essential services independently of the main propulsion engine, typically performed before arrival, departure, or critical shipboard operations.
View termStart Tergantung Beban
An automatic function of the ship’s power management system that starts or stops auxiliary engines or generators based on electrical load demand, per SOLAS and class requirements.
View termSuction Bilga Darurat
A designated suction line and valve in the engine room bilge system used only in emergencies to rapidly remove water from flooded compartments, as required by SOLAS regulations.
View termTangki Double Bottom
A compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.
View termTangki Lumpur Purifier
A tank designed to collect and store sludge and contaminants removed by fuel or lube oil purifiers before final disposal.
View termTangki Minyak Diesel
A dedicated tank for storing diesel oil, used for main engines, auxiliary engines, or emergency generators on board ship.
View termTangki Tekanan Hidrofor
A pressurized tank in a ship’s fresh water system that maintains constant water pressure for domestic and service use throughout the vessel.
View termTelegraf Mesin Jembatan
A signaling system between bridge and engine room, used to transmit engine speed and direction orders during ship maneuvering.
View termTemperatur Bantalan Poros
The measured temperature of a ship’s main propulsion shaft bearing, monitored continuously to prevent overheating and possible bearing failure.
View termTes Beban Generator
A controlled procedure for verifying a generator’s capability to supply rated power by gradually applying electrical loads while monitoring performance parameters.
View termTes Kapasitas Pemurni
An operational procedure to verify the flow rate and performance efficiency of the lubricating or fuel oil centrifugal purifier under specified conditions, as per manufacturer and class requirements.
View termTes Katup Non-Return
A procedural check to verify that a non-return (check) valve allows fluid flow in only one direction, preventing backflow in piping systems.
View termTransfer Minyak Bahan Bakar
The process of pumping fuel oil from one tank to another or to the engine, requiring strict adherence to MARPOL, safety, and spill prevention procedures.
View termUji respons governor
A routine operational test to verify that the engine speed governor responds correctly to load changes, ensuring engine safety and performance.
View termUrutan Pemulihan Blackout
A prescribed procedure to restore shipboard power and restart essential systems after total electrical blackout, ensuring safe and rapid recovery of propulsion and control.
View termVentilasi Ruang Mesin
The provision and regulation of air flow to the engine room to remove heat, fumes, and ensure safe working conditions, as per SOLAS and class rules.
View termVentilasi ruang pompa
The process and system for providing safe airflow in the pump room to prevent accumulation of explosive vapors and maintain a safe working environment.
View termViskositas minyak bahan bakar
The measure of a fuel oil’s resistance to flow, critical for engine injection and atomization; monitored and regulated in shipboard fuel systems.
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