Reciprocating Engine Auxiliary Systems
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Reciprocating Engine Auxiliary Systems

Martech
Updated Jul 06, 2025

What you'll learn

  • Explain fuel systems for liquid and gas-fueled engines
  • Describe components of a reciprocating engine lube oil system
  • Explain function of compressed air systems
  • Describe HT and LT cooling water circuits
Course Description

 This lesson explains the operation of the major systems commonly found in a reciprocating engine power plant and describes their major components. • Explain the operation of the fuel systems for liquid and gas-fueled reciprocating engines • Describe the major components of a typical reciprocating engine lube oil system • Explain the function of compressed air systems in a reciprocating engine power plant • Describe the operation of the hightemperature (HT) and low-temperature (LT) cooling water circuits • Explain the purpose of the charge air and exhaust gas system • Describe the function of a steam generating system as it relates to a reciprocating engine power plant