CHAPTER 7LAUNDRY, MESS DECK, GALLEY, AND SCULLERYEQUIPMENTThis chapter presents some information on ways tomaintain, repair, and troubleshoot the common types ofequipment in the laundry, mess deck, galley, andscullery. Because of the differences in types ofequipment you are expected to maintain, only generalinformation is presentedin this chapter. Remember, youshould study the manufacturer’s manual that comes withthe equipment before you attempt to maintain it.Although Enginemen are not the operators of thisequipment, you as an Engineman are responsible for anyrepairs, replacements, or adjustments of this equipment.The exception is where there is a need for any electricalworkBecause you are familiar with this equipment, youcan help the operator learn to properly clean andmaintain these pieces of equipment. Laundry, messdeck, galley, and scullery equipment should haveassigned PMS requirements.For any particular information on laundry, messdeck, galley, and scullery equipment, refer to theequipment’s technical manual or the Naval Ships’Technical Manual (NSTM), Chapter 655, “Laundry,”and Chapter 9340, “Commissary Equipment.”LAUNDRY EQUIPMENTAll laundry equipment must be in good operatingcondition, especially on deploying ships that stay at seamost of the time. It is also important that all safetydevices that protect the equipment and operator areworking. Safety devices that are not working, or thathave been removed for any reason, must be replacedbefore they can be used.NAVSEA S6152-B1-CAT-010 is a technical manualcatalog for Navy laundry and dry-cleaning equipment.This catalog lists standard laundry and dry-cleaningequipment identified by national stock numbers,allowance parts lists, and part numbers. You shouldobtain a copy of this catalog. Currently, the NavalSupply System supports approximately 600 differentlaundry equipment types, most of which are nowobsolete. You can help reduce this number by assistingin the selection of the standard items described in thiscatalog.WASHING MACHINESYou can avoid problems with washing machines ifthe operator will do the following:-Do not overload the machine.Strictly follow the operating instructions.Report to the auxiliary or repair division anymalfunctioning safety device and any abnormalcondition, such as excessive vibration, leaks, ormissing parts.Wipe all excess oil, dirt, and laundry suppliesfrom the machine at the end of each day.InspectionsInspect washing machines at regular intervals toensure that they work properly. If an inspection revealsadjustments or repairs are needed, make them promptly.Some of the important items to be covered in aninspection are as follows:1.2.3.4.5.Ensure the machine is level.See that bolts, nuts, and screws are tight.See that latches on cylinder doors work properly.Make sure the thermometers are accurate.Have an electrician check the switches to be surethey are properly adjusted and working correctly.6. Have an electrician check the timer to ensure itis in working order.7. Check water level gauges to determine if theyare correct.8. Have an electrician check all the controls to besure they are working properly.7-1
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