8.3
External compressed air system
The design of the starting air system is partly determined by classification regulations. Most classification
societies require that the total capacity is divided into two equally sized starting air receivers and starting
air compressors. The requirements concerning multiple engine installations can be subject to special con-
sideration by the classification society.
The starting air pipes should always be slightly inclined and equipped with manual or automatic draining
at the lowest points.
Instrument air to safety and control devices must be treated in an air dryer.
Figure 8.3
Example of external compressed air system (DAAE055759a)
Pipe connections
System components
Starting air inlet, 3 MPa
301
Air filter (starting air inlet)
3F02
Control air to bypass/wastegate valve
311
Starting air compressor unit
3N02
Air dryer unit
3N06
Compressor (Starting air compressor unit)
3P01
Separator (Starting air compressor unit)
3S01
Starting air vessel
3T01
8.3.1 Starting air compressor unit (3N02)
At least two starting air compressors must be installed. It is recommended that the compressors are capable
of filling the starting air vessel from minimum (1.8 MPa) to maximum pressure in 15...30 minutes. For exact
determination of the minimum capacity, the rules of the classification societies must be followed.
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