Wärtsilä 25DF

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Wärtsilä 25DF Product Guide Introduction

Introduction
This Product Guide provides data and system proposals for the early design
phase of marine engine installations. For contracted projects specific instructions
for planning the installation are always delivered. Any data and information
herein is subject to revision without notice. This 1/2024 issue replaces all
previous issues of the Wärtsilä 25DF Project Guides.
Issue Published Updates

1/2024 03.04.2024 Regular updates and maintenance of the product guide

2/2023 27.09.2023 Loading of W25DF engine updated and some other updates throughout the
product guide
1/2023 20.02.2023 2nd release for W25DF minor updates throughout the product guide

1/2022 01.09.2022 1st release for W25DF Product Launch

Wärtsilä, Marine Business

Vaasa, April 2024

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Table of contents
1. Main Data and Outputs ............................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.1 Maximum continuous output ................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Engine optimization .............................................................................................................................. 1-3
1.3 Reference conditions ............................................................................................................................ 1-3
1.4 Operation in inclined position ............................................................................................................... 1-3
1.5 Principal dimensions and weights ....................................................................................................... 1-4

2. Operating Ranges .................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Engine operating modes ....................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Engine operating range ........................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.3 Loading of W25DF engine .................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.4 Increasing/decreasing load successively ............................................................................................. 2-4
2.5 Increasing/decreasing load in steps ..................................................................................................... 2-6
2.6 Low load operation ............................................................................................................................... 2-10
2.7 SCR Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 2-10

3. Technical Data .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 3-1

4. Description of the Engine ........................................................................................................................ 4-1

4.1 Definitions ............................................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Main components and systems ............................................................................................................ 4-1
4.3 Time between Inspection or Overhaul & Expected Life Time ............................................................... 4-11
4.4 Engine storage ..................................................................................................................................... 4-11

5. Piping Design, Treatment and Installation ............................................................................................. 5-1

5.1 Pipe dimensions ................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Pressure class ...................................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.3 Pipe class ............................................................................................................................................. 5-4
5.4 Insulation .............................................................................................................................................. 5-5
5.5 Local gauges ........................................................................................................................................ 5-5
5.6 Cleaning procedures ............................................................................................................................ 5-5
5.7 Flexible pipe connections ..................................................................................................................... 5-7
5.8 Clamping of pipes ................................................................................................................................. 5-8

6. Fuel System .............................................................................................................................................. 6-1

6.1 Acceptable fuel characteristics ............................................................................................................. 6-1
6.2 Operating principles .............................................................................................................................. 6-13
6.3 Fuel gas system ................................................................................................................................... 6-13
6.4 External fuel oil system ......................................................................................................................... 6-23

7. Lubricating Oil System ............................................................................................................................ 7-1

7.1 Lubricating oil requirements ................................................................................................................. 7-1
7.2 External lubricating oil system .............................................................................................................. 7-2
7.3 Crankcase ventilation system .............................................................................................................. 7-6
7.4 Flushing instructions ............................................................................................................................. 7-8

8. Compressed Air System .......................................................................................................................... 8-1

8.1 Instrument air quality ............................................................................................................................ 8-1
8.2 External compressed air system .......................................................................................................... 8-1

9. Cooling Water System ............................................................................................................................. 9-1

9.1 Water quality ........................................................................................................................................ 9-1

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9.2 External cooling water system .............................................................................................................. 9-4

10. Combustion Air System ........................................................................................................................ 10-1

10.1 Engine room ventilation ...................................................................................................................... 10-1
10.2 Combustion air system design ........................................................................................................... 10-3

11. Exhaust Gas System .............................................................................................................................. 11-1

11.1 External exhaust gas system .............................................................................................................. 11-3

12. Turbocharger Cleaning .......................................................................................................................... 12-1

12.1 Compressor cleaning .......................................................................................................................... 12-1

13. Exhaust Emissions ................................................................................................................................ 13-1

13.1 Dual fuel engine exhaust components ............................................................................................... 13-1
13.2 Marine exhaust emissions legislation ................................................................................................. 13-1
13.3 Methods to reduce exhaust emissions ............................................................................................... 13-1

14. Automation System ............................................................................................................................... 14-1

14.1 Technical data and system overview .................................................................................................. 14-1
14.2 Functions ........................................................................................................................................... 14-7
14.3 Alarm and monitoring signals ............................................................................................................. 14-11
14.4 Electrical consumers .......................................................................................................................... 14-11
14.5 System requirements and guidelines for diesel-electric propulsion ................................................... 14-13

15. Foundation .............................................................................................................................................. 15-1

15.1 Steel structure design ......................................................................................................................... 15-1
15.2 Mounting of main engines .................................................................................................................. 15-1
15.3 Mounting of generating sets ............................................................................................................... 15-4
15.4 Flexible pipe connections ................................................................................................................... 15-4

16. Vibration and Noise ................................................................................................................................ 16-1

16.1 External forces, couples & torque variations ...................................................................................... 16-1
16.2 Air borne noise ................................................................................................................................... 16-3
16.3 Exhaust noise ..................................................................................................................................... 16-3
16.4 Air Inlet Noise ..................................................................................................................................... 16-3

17. Power Transmission .............................................................................................................................. 17-1

17.1 Flexible coupling ................................................................................................................................. 17-1
17.2 Torque flange ...................................................................................................................................... 17-1
17.3 Clutch ................................................................................................................................................. 17-1
17.4 Shaft locking device ............................................................................................................................ 17-1
17.5 Input data for Torsional Vibration Calculation ..................................................................................... 17-2
17.6 Turning gear ....................................................................................................................................... 17-5

18. Engine Room Layout ............................................................................................................................. 18-1

18.1 Crankshaft distances .......................................................................................................................... 18-1
18.2 Space requirements for maintenance ................................................................................................ 18-3
18.3 Transportation and storage of spare parts and tools .......................................................................... 18-3
18.4 Required deck area for service work .................................................................................................. 18-3

19. Product Guide Attachments .................................................................................................................. 19-1

20. ANNEX ..................................................................................................................................................... 20-1

20.1 Unit conversion tables ........................................................................................................................ 20-1
20.2 Collection of drawing symbols used in drawings ................................................................................ 20-2

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Wärtsilä 25DF Product Guide 1. Main Data and Outputs

1. Main Data and Outputs

The Wärtsilä 25DF is a 4-stroke, non-reversible, 2-stage turbocharged and intercooled dual
fuel engine with direct fuel injection.

1.1 Maximum continuous output

1.1.1 Main diesel electric, Auxiliary and Main CPP constant speed
engines
W25DF constant speed engines are available in 900/1000 rpm, 315/345 kW/cyl versions.

Table 1-1 MainDE/CPP and Auxiliary engines. Maximum continuous rating. Notes to
be considered.

Engine 900 rpm 1000 rpm

W6L25DF 1890 2070

W7L25DF 2205 2415

W8L25DF 2520 2760

W9L25DF 2835 3105

1.1.2 Main engine CPP/FPP application, variable speed

W25DF variable speed engines are available available in 1000rpm version.

Table 1-2 Main CPP/FPP variable speed. Maximum continuous rating. Notes to be
considered.

Engine 1000 rpm

W6L25DF 2070

W7L25DF 2415

W8L25DF 2760

W9L25DF 3105

NOTICE
1) Outputs are given in kW at flywheel including engine driven pumps i.e. one lubricating oil
pump, one low pressure (LP) fuel pump and, one or two high pressure (HP) fuel pumps and
two cooling water pumps.
2) According to W25DF reference conditions .
3) Maximum continuous rating is not allowed to be exceeded in gas fuel operation.

The mean effective pressure Pe can be calculated as follows:

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where:

Pe = mean effective pressure [bar]

P = output per cylinder [kW]

n = engine speed [r/min]

D = cylinder diameter [mm]

L = length of piston stroke [mm]

c = operating cycle (4)

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1.2 Engine optimization

1.2.1 Gas operation
The engine is capable of operating on natural gas using LFO as pilot fuel. In gas mode the
engine is optimized for IMO Tier III NOx emission limits.
Information concerning the optimization should be given in the Internal Order Specification.

1.2.2 Diesel operation

The engine is optimized to comply with IMO Tier II NOx - emission limits and, in combination
with Selective Catalytic Reactor (SCR), IMO Tier III NOx - emission limits.

1.3 Reference conditions

The output is available within a range of ambient conditions and coolant temperatures, which
are available through Wärtsilä website. The required fuel quality for maximum output is specified
in the section Fuel Characteristics. For ambient conditions or fuel qualities outside the
specification, the output may have to be reduced.
The specific fuel consumption is available through Wärtsilä website at Engine Online
Configurator. The statement applies to engines operating in ambient conditions according to
ISO 15550:2016 (E).

total barometric pressure 100 kPa

air temperature 25 °C

relative humidity 30 %

charge air coolant temperature 25 °C

Correction factors for the fuel oil consumption in other ambient conditions are given in standard
ISO 15550:2016 (E).
W25DF reference conditions In gas fuel operation:
● Gas methane number (MN) 70 according to Wärtsilä methane number (WMN) calculation
● Pilot fuel cetane index 50 according to ISO 4264

1.4 Operation in inclined position

The engine is designed to ensure proper engine operation at inclination positions. Inclination
angle according to IACS requirement M46.2 (1982) (Rev.2 Dec 2018) - Main and auxiliary
machinery.
Max. inclination angles at which the engine will operate satisfactorily:

Table 1-3 Inclination with Normal Oil Sump

● Permanent athwart ship inclinations (list) 15°

● Temporary athwart ship inclinations (roll) 22.5°

● Permanent fore and aft inclinations (trim) 10°

● Temporary fore and aft inclinations (pitch) 10°

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1.5 Principal dimensions and weights

1.5.1 Main engines

Fig 1-1 W25DF Inline Engine Main engine dimensions (DAAF560936A)

NOTICE
For reference only, project specific engine measurements please contact Wärtsilä.

Most current 2D drawings and 3D models of Engines and Gensets are available at
www.wartsila.com and all dimensions and weights shown above are for reference
only.

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2. Operating Ranges

2.1 Engine operating modes

The different fuel modes of the DF engine are the following:

Gas mode
● Main fuel is gas, pilot fuel (LFO) injection is active.
● Instant transfer from any load possible to Diesel mode.
● In case of failure in Gas mode, engine safety system instantly switches operating mode to
Diesel mode.

Diesel mode
● Main fuel is LFO.
● Transfer to Gas mode is possible below 80% engine load.

Switching fuels without loss of engine power between gas and LFO
● Transfer from Gas to Diesel mode on request at any load, fuel mode change-over is instant.
● Transfer to Gas mode on request at loads below 80%, fuel mode change-over via automated
transfer sequence.

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2.2 Engine operating range

2.2.1 Fixed and controllable pitch propellers 1000 rpm

NOTICE
1) Minimum engine speed 350rpm with oil pump intended for variable speed operation. Project
specific limitations for minimum speed may apply.
2) Additional restrictions apply to low load operation.
3) Speed drop at clutch-in event should be taken into account when clutch-in speed is selected
in order to always remain above min speed 350rpm. Clutch-in speed may be project specific
depending on for example application, inertia and clutch type.

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NOTICE
● No overload is allowed in gas operation.
● In liquid fuel operation overload is permitted as follows:

● Marine Main engines: maximum output limited at 100% load. 110% load is allowed only during
FAT for testing purposes.

● Marine Auxiliary engines: maximum output limited at 110% load.

2.3 Loading of W25DF engine

The loading rate must be controlled in a modern turbocharged diesel engine so that a sufficient
amount of air for complete combustion of the injected fuel can be delivered by the turbocharger.

NOTE
The stated loading performance in this manual are for guidance only. The rotational inertia
of the whole generating set, generator design, alternator excitation system, voltage regulator
behavior and nominal output influence the actual performance.

Important notes:
1 Unloading greater than diesel & gas nominal unloading ramp rate or step size can cause
compressor surge and HP TC overspeed. If done in gas mode, this can cause the engine to
trip to diesel operation. If done repeatedly it will affect LP and HP TC lifetimes.
2 Current unloading rates for Gas mode are without Anti Surge Device.
3 The loading rates are given for CS engines are given for MN ≥ 70 gas unless otherwise
mentioned.
4 The stated loading times apply for a running engine and does not include the time taken for
gas leakage test, engine acceleration and generator synchronisation / clutching-in.
5 Pre-heated engine maximum loading rate is applicable for a preheated engine, HT-cooling
water temperature after cylinders is min. 50 °C and lubricating oil temperature is min. 30 °C.
6 Maximum loading rate and load steps,are applicable for an engine that has reached
steady-state operating temperature (HT water temperature engine out >80 °C, lube oil
temperature >70 °C). For indication only, this condition is typically fulfilled after operating the
engine continuously for 30 minutes at ≥ 75% load.
7 Emergency loading rate is applicable only on diesel operation and for an engine that has
reached steady-state operating temperature (HT water temperature engine out >80 °C, lube
oil temperature >70 °C). For indication only, this condition is typically fulfilled after operating
the engine continuously for 30 minutes at ≥ 75% load.
8 Emergency loading is possible only with a separate emergency running program. The use of
this program must create red alarm lights and an audible alarm in the engine control room.
Emergency loading causes undesired thermal stress on the engine and repeated use should
be avoided.

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2.4 Increasing/decreasing load successively

2.4.1 Loading rates Constant speed engines (MainDE / Aux)
Normal loading rate, constant speed engines, 900/1000 rpm (MainDE / Aux)

Table 2-1 Normal Loading rate

Engine load Diesel mode, Gas mode, Emergency at Diesel mode, Gas mode,
[% of MCR] maximum load- maximum load- normal operat- maximum load- maximum load-
ing at normal ing at normal ing temperat- ing at pre- ing at pre-
operating tem- operating tem- ure, only diesel heated temper- heated operat-
perature perature (MN mode ature ing temperat-
[s] ≥70) [s] [s] ure (MN ≥70)
[s] [s]
0 0 0 0 0 0

50 20 20 10 20 60

100 40 40 20 120 150

Fig 2-1 Normal Loading rate, constant speed engines, 900/1000 rpm (MainDE / Aux)

Unloading rate, constant speed engines, 900/1000 rpm (MainDE / Aux)

Table 2-2 Unloading rate

Engine load Diesel & Gas Gas mode Diesel mode

[% of MCR] recommended maximum un- maximum un-
unloading loading loading
[s] [s] [s]
100 0 0 0

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Table 2-2 Unloading rate (continued)

Engine load Diesel & Gas Gas mode Diesel mode

[% of MCR] recommended maximum un- maximum un-
unloading loading loading
[s] [s] [s]
0 30 20 0

Fig 2-2 Unloading rate, constant speed engines, 900/1000 rpm (MainDE / Aux)

2.4.2 Loading rates Variable speed engines (CPP / FPP)

Normal loading rate, variable speed engines, 1000 rpm

Table 2-3 Normal Loading rate

Engine load Diesel mode, Gas mode, Emergency at Diesel mode, Gas mode,
[% of MCR] maximum load- maximum load- normal operat- maximum load- maximum load-
ing at normal ing at normal ing temperat- ing at pre- ing at pre-
operating tem- operating tem- ure, only diesel heated temper- heated operat-
perature perature (MN mode ature ing temperat-
≥70) ure (MN ≥70)
0 0 0 0 0 0

50 40 40 25 60 90

100 70 70 50 180 225

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Fig 2-3 Normal Loading rate, 1000 rpm (VS)

Unloading rate, variable speed engines, 1000 rpm

Table 2-4 Unloading rate

Engine load Diesel & Gas Gas mode Diesel mode

[% of MCR] recommended maximum un- maximum un-
unloading loading loading
[s] [s] [s]
100 0 0 0

0 30 20 0

Fig 2-4 Unloading rate, variable speed engines, 1000 rpm

2.5 Increasing/decreasing load in steps

The maximum permissible load step which may be applied at any given load can be read from
the figure below (see 2-5). Furthermore the stated values are limited to a running engine that

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has reached nominal operating temperatures, or for an engine which has been operated at
above 30% load within the last 30 minutes.

Table 2-5 General load step information

Gas Diesel

Maximum frequency deviation % 10 10

Steady-state frequency band % 1 1

(+/-) from target frequency

Minimum time before next step s 15 10

(min time between step starts)

Table 2-6 Step Loading, Diesel, CS 900/1000 rpm

Engine load Diesel Load Step Recovery Time for 1000 and 900
[% of MCR] [% of MCR] rpm
[s]
0 37 5

37 33 5

70 30 5

100 0 N/A

Table 2-7 Step Loading, Gas, CS 900/1000 rpm

Engine load Gas Load Step, Engine load Gas Load Step, Recovery time for
[% of MCR] 1000 and 900 rpm, [% of MCR] 1000/900 rpm be- 1000 and 900 rpm
70 MN or above low 70 MN [s]
[% of MCR] [% of MCR]
0 28 0 24 5

28 22 24 18 5

50 20 42 16 5

70 18 58 16 5

88 12 74 16 5

100 0 90 10 5

100 0 5

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Fig 2-5 Load Steps, CS 900/1000 rpm

Table 2-8 Unloading Steps, Diesel, CS 900/1000 rpm

Engine load Maximum unloading, Recovery Time

[% of MCR] diesel mode [s]
[% of MCR]
100 100 5

0 0 N/A

Table 2-9 Unloading Steps, Gas, CS 900/1000 rpm

Engine load Diesel & Gas unload- Recovery Time

[% of MCR] ing [s]
[% of MCR]
100 20 5

80 20 5

60 30 5

30 30 5

0 0 5

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Fig 2-6 Unloading Steps, CS 900/1000 rpm

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2.6 Low load operation

2.6.1 Recommended limitations for low load operation
In order to avoid fouling of the engine, recommended limits to the low load operation are given.
Low load operation is all loads below 20% load. Cumulative low load operation should not
exceed the recommended values given in the chart and table. The time is reset after a cleaning
run at minimum 70% load for a minimum of 1 hour.
Diesel mode limit is valid when intention is to continue operation in diesel mode. In case the
intention is to transfer to gas mode and continue operating in gas mode then gas mode limit is
valid also for diesel mode.
If the max continuous low load operation time limits are exceeded then it is recommended to
ramp up the load slowly and carefully.

Table 2-10 Max continous low load operation time

Load % 0 2 10 17.5 20

W25DF on Gas, LFO pi-

h 5 5 10 24 150
lot
W25DF on Diesel h 5 5 47 87 100

NOTICE
Operating restrictions on SCR applications in low load operation to be observed.

2.6.2 Absolute idling

Absolute idling (declutched main engine, disconnected generator)
- Maximum 10 minutes if the engine is to be stopped after the idling. 3-5 minutes idling before
stop is recommended.
- Maximum 5 hours in gas mode and 10 hours in diesel mode if the engine is to be loaded after
the idling.

2.7 SCR Operation

SCR operation on sustained low load/ idling in diesel mode might need special attention from
the operator. Please contact Wärtsilä for further details.

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3. Technical Data

3.1 Introduction
Real-time product information including all technical data can be found by using Engine Online
Configurator available through Wärtsilä's website. Please check online for the most up to date
technical data.

NOTICE
Fuel consumptions in SCR operation guaranteed only when using Wärtsilä SCR unit.

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4. Description of the Engine

4.1 Definitions

Fig 4-1 Engine definitions

4.2 Main components and systems

Main dimensions and weights are shown in section "Principle dimensions and weights" in
Chapter 1.

4.2.1 Engine block

The engine block, made of nodular cast iron, is cast in one piece for all cylinder numbers and
it supports the underslung crankshaft. The block has been given a stiff and durable design to
absorb internal forces and the engine can therefore also be resiliently mounted not requiring
any intermediate foundations. It incorporates water and charge air channels. Also camshaft
bearing housings are incorporated in the engine block. The engines are equipped with crankcase
explosion relief valve(s) with flame arrester.

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Fig 4-2 Engine block

HT water channels are near the top of the engine block. The cooling water is distributed around
the liners with cross-drillings.
The main bearing caps, made of nodular cast iron, are fixed with two hydraulically tensioned
screws from below. They are guided sideways and vertically by the engine block. Hydraulically
tensioned horizontal side screws at the lower guiding provide a very rigid crankshaft bearing
assembly.
The oil sump, a light welded design, is mounted on the engine block from below and sealed
by sealing compound. The oil sump is available in two alternative designs, wet or dry sump,
depending on the type of application. The wet oil sump includes a suction pipe to the lubricating
oil pump. For wet sump there is a main distributing pipe for lubricating oil, suction pipes and
return connections for the separator. For the dry sump there is a main distributing oil pipe for
lubricating oil and drains at either end to a separate system oil tank.

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Fig 4-3 Wet oil sump

Lubricating oil is led to the bearings through a distributing manifold and standpipes.

4.2.2 Crankshaft
Crankshaft line consists of crankshaft, counterweights, shrink-fitted gear wheels for camshaft-
and pump drives and an extension shaft. The extension shaft can be of short type for support
bearing only, or of long type if used for both support bearing and power take-out. Crankshaft
itself is forged in one piece.

Fig 4-4 Crankshaft with extension shaft

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Counterweights are fitted on every web. High degree of balancing results in an even and thick
oil film for all bearings.
All crankshafts can be provided with torsional vibration dampers or tuning masses at the free
end (opposite to the flywheel end) of the crankshaft, if necessary.
The crankshaft alignment is always done when engine is stopped after running at high load
until temperatures have stabilised at nominal levels.

WARNING
The crankcase covers must not be opened immediately after stopped engine due to risk of
fume explosion.

The crankshaft alignment should be carried out rapidly but carefully. Only the crankcase cover
for the cylinder being measured should be opened and it should be closed immediately after
measuring. It is recommended to switch off any forced ventilation close to the engine. By
following these recommendations, it can be avoided that temperature levels are dropping during
the measurements and thereby influencing the results.
An electrically driven turning device is built on the engine for turning the crankshaft.
The turning device, including an electric motor, drives the flywheel. A control unit, including a
cable, makes turning possible from any position around the engine. The turning speed of the
flywheel is approx. 0.96 rpm.
The turning gear is engaged and disengaged by a lever and locking device. The turning gear
is spring-loaded outwards to prevent it from meshing with the flywheel gear rim when out of
operation.
A start blocking device prevents starting if the turning gear is engaged.
For fine adjustment of the crankshaft position, the turning device has a hand wheel for manual
turning.
The flywheel consists of a machined structural steel plate and a toothed gear rim and it is
compensating the fluctuation of the rotational speed caused by the uneven torque of the
reciprocating engine during the entire working cycle. A coupling can be connected to either the
flywheel end or the free end of the crankshaft for the torque transmission. The toothed gear
rim is mounted on the flywheel in order to allow starting and turning procedures.
In case power is taken out from the flywheel end, there is a flywheel cover between the engine
block and generator, protecting the flywheel/coupling connection.
In case the primary power is taken out from the other end of the engine, opposite to the
flywheel/TC, the complete flywheel is encapsulated by a protecting flywheel cover.

4.2.3 Connecting rod

The connecting rod is of forged alloy steel. All connecting rod studs are hydraulically tightened.
The connecting rod is of a three-piece design, which gives a minimum dismantling height and
enables the piston to be dismounted without opening the big end bearing.

4.2.4 Main bearings and big end bearings

The main bearings and the big end bearings are of tri-metal design with steel back, bronze
lining and a soft running layer. The bearings are covered with a Sn-flash for corrosion protection.
Even minor form deviations can become visible on the bearing surface in the running in phase.
This has no negative influence on the bearing function.

4.2.5 Cylinder liner

The cylinder liners are centrifugally cast of a special alloyed cast iron. The top collar of the
cylinder liner is provided with a water jacket for distributing cooling water through the cylinder

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liner cooling bores. This will give an efficient control of the liner temperature. An oil lubrication
system inside the cylinder liner lubricates the gudgeon pin bearing and also cools piston crown
through the oil channels underside of the piston.

4.2.6 Piston
The piston is of composite type with steel crown and nodular cast iron skirt. A piston skirt
lubricating system, featuring oil bores in a groove on the piston skirt, lubricates the piston
skirt/cylinder liner. The piston top is oil cooled by the same system mentioned above. The piston
ring grooves are hardened for extended lifetime.

4.2.7 Piston rings

The piston ring set are located in the piston crown and consists of two directional compression
rings and one spring-loaded conformable oil scraper ring. Running face of compression rings
are chromium-ceramic-plated.

4.2.8 Cylinder head

The cross flow cylinder head is made of cast iron. The mechanical load is absorbed by a flame
plate, which together with the upper deck and the side walls form a rigid box section. There
are four hydraulically tightened cylinder head bolts. The exhaust valve seats and the flame
deck are efficiently direct water-cooled. The valve seat rings are made of alloyed steel, for wear
resistance. All valves are hydraulic controlled and equipped with valve guides, valve springs
and rotators.
Following components are connected to the cylinder head:
● Charge air channel connection to receiver
● Exhaust gas pipe to exhaust system
● Cooling water collar
● Main gas admission valve
● Jumper rails with High Pressure (HP) fuel pipe connections
● Hydraulic valve actuator

4.2.9 Camshaft and valve mechanism

The cams are integrated in the drop forged shaft material. The bearing journals are made in
separate pieces, which are fitted, to the camshaft pieces by flange connections. The camshaft
bearing housings are integrated in the engine block casting and are thus completely closed.
The bearings are installed and removed by means of a hydraulic tool. The valve tappets are
of piston type with self-adjustment of roller against cam to give an even distribution of the
contact pressure. Inlet and exhaust valves have a special steam coating and hard facing on
the seat surface, for long lifetime. The valve springs make the valve mechanism dynamically
stable.
The hydraulic valve mechanism enables stepless control of inlet valve closing time. It allows
to always use a proper Miller degree. This is needed to optimize and balance emissions, fuel
consumption, operational flexibility & load taking, whilst maintaining thermal and mechanical
reliability. The design enables clearly longer maintenance interval, due to the reduced thermal
and mechanical stress on most of the components in the valve mechanism.
Hydraulic valve actuator
Wärtsilä 25DF has hydraulic rocker arms, i.e. hydraulic channels between pistons actuated
from the camshaft via valve tappets and push rods, and work pistons pushing on the inlet and
exhaust valve stems, to transfer the valve tappet motion to inlet and exhaust valve motion.
The hydraulic valve actuator (HVA) is encompassing the solenoid valve for Stepless Variable
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adjusters. This integration serves to eliminate the potential impact of manufacturing tolerances.
Additionally, tappet springs are integrated into the HVA design, enhancing its overall
performance. The variable inlet valve closing timing control is stepless for seamless and
continuous adjustment, optimizing performance across the operating area.

4.2.10 Camshaft drive

The camshaft is driven by the crankshaft through a gear train with an intermediate gear shaft
with two gear wheels. The gear wheels on the intermediate shaft as well as the gear wheel on
the camshaft are clamped in correct positions by means of hydraulically tightened studs. The
bigger intermediate gear wheel drives also the fuel common rail pump(s).

4.2.11 Turbocharging and charge air cooling

The selected 2-stage turbocharging offers ideal combination of high-pressure ratios and good
efficiency both at full and part load.
The turbochargers are supplied with inboard plain bearings, which offers easy maintenance of
the cartridge from the compressor side. The turbochargers are lubricated by engine lubricating
oil with integrated connections. For cleaning of the turbochargers during operation there is, as
standard, a water washing device for the air (compressor) side of the LP and HP turbochargers.
The water tank is mounted on the engine.
The Exhaust Waste Gate (EWG) is used for controlling the charge air pressure and consequently
the cylinder pressure at an optimal level at high loads.
The charge air pressure control is utilized in gas mode to optimize the air/fuel ratio for optimal
combustion in various operating conditions.
An Air Waste Gate (AWG) is installed for installations with low suction air temperature to prevent
the turbocharger from surging as well as to prevent the exhaust waste gate system reaching
its maximum capacity for charge air pressure control.
A step-less Air By-pass valve (ABP) system is used depending on engine application for
preventing surging of turbocharger compressors in case of rapid engine load reduction. In case
of variable speed engine applications not only can the ABP be used for increasing the surge
margin of compressor, but the engine performance at low engine speeds can also be enhanced.
The Charge Air Coolers (CAC) consist of a 2-stage type cooler (LP CAC) between the LP and
HP compressor stages and a 1-stage cooler (HP CAC) between the HP compressor stage and
the charge air receiver. The LP CAC is cooled with LT-water or in some cases by both HT- and
LT-water. The HP CAC is always cooled by LT-water and fresh water is used for both circuits.
When there is a risk for over-speeding of the engine due to presence of combustible gas or
vapour in the inlet air, a UNIC automation controlled Charge Air Blocking device, can be installed.
Please also refer to Chapter Exhaust gas system for more information.

4.2.12 Liquid fuel injection and gas admission equipment

The liquid fuel injection equipment consist of a double wall pipe system, common rail, and
additional splash shield covers providing maximum safety. Light fuel oil (LFO) is used as pilot
fuel in gas mode and as main fuel when operating in Diesel mode. In the electronically controlled
liquid fuel injection system the fuel in the common rail is pressurised by the high pressure (HP)
pump(s). The amount of HP pumps depends on cylinder configuration and engine application.
The fuel pressure in the common rail is electronically controlled by the engine automation
system. From the common rail the fuel is fed to the electronically controlled injection valves
and injected at pre-set injection timing according to the parameters in the engine control software.
The fuel injection valve is equipped with one nozzle, used for both pilot fuel and main liquid
fuel injection.
A Safety Valve (included in the HP connection block) and a fuel pressure discharge volume
are located at the beginning of the common rail. The HP connection block and the fuel pressure
discharge volume are separate components. The Safety Valve acts as a mechanical safety

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valve to prevent overpressure in the common rail system by opening the channel to the pressure
discharge volume connected to the low pressure fuel system.
The fuel gas system consists of double wall pipes, double wall gas manifold and solenoid
operated gas admission valves on every cylinder head. The electronically controlled gas
admission valves feed gas to the inlet channel of the cylinder head, providing a proper gas/air
mixture to the cylinder during the intake stroke. The gas/air mixture is compressed in the cylinder
and ignited with liquid fuel (pilot injection).

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The standard location of the gas supply connection on the engine is as indicated in the picture
below.

Fig 4-5 Standard gas supply location

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The optional gas supply location close to the lubricating oil pump is shown below.

Fig 4-6 Optional gas supply location

4.2.13 Lubricating oil system

The engine internal lubricating oil system include the engine driven lubricating oil pump, the
electrically driven prelubricating oil pump, thermostatic valve, filters and lubricating oil cooler.
The lubricating oil pumps are located in the free end of the engine.The automatic filter, cooler
and thermostatic valve are integrated into one module.

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4.2.14 Cooling water system

The fresh water cooling system is divided into a high temperature (HT) and a low temperature
(LT) circuit.
The water pump is of tandem type with both HT and LT water pumps on the same shaft.
The HT-water circuit is cooling the cylinder liners and cylinder head (jacket). A HT-water pump
is circulating the cooling water in the circuit and a thermostatic valve mounted either in the
internal cooling water system, or externally mounted, controls the outlet temperature of the
circuit. The LT-water pump is circulating the water in the LT-circuit, cooling the Lubricating Oil
Cooler (LOC), the second stage of the Low Pressure 2-stage charge air cooler, the High
Pressure 1-stage charge air cooler and the first stage of the low pressure 2-stage charge air
cooler. A LT-thermostatic valve mounted in the external cooling water system (always externally
mounted), controls the inlet temperature to the engine for achieving correct receiver temperature.

4.2.15 Exhaust pipes

The exhaust pipes are made of special heat resistant nodular cast iron alloy. The complete
exhaust system is enclosed in an insulating box made of insulated sandwich steel sheets,
easily removable. Mineral wool is used as insulating material.

4.2.16 Automation system

The Wärtsilä engine is equipped with an UNIC electronic control system. UNIC have hardwired
interface for control functions and a bus communication interface for alarm and monitoring.
Additionally UNIC includes fuel injection control for engines with electronic fuel injection rate
optimized nozzles.
For more information, please refer to Chapter Automation system.

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4.3 Time between Inspection or Overhaul & Expected Life

Time
NOTICE
● Service actions are combined to certain overhaul packages and intervals. Overhaul intervals
are typically based on components, which has shortest technical lifetime. Certain
components are also such a type that they need to be replaced every time, when they are
removed from the engine. For these reasons components recommended overhaul times
can be shorter than technical life time, which is maximum expected lifetime of the
component.
● Time Between Overhaul data can be found in Services Engine Operation and Maintenance
Manual (O&MM).
● Achieved life times very much depend on the operating conditions, average loading of the
engine, fuel quality used, fuel handling systems, performance of maintenance etc. I.e.
values given in optimal conditions where Wärtsiläs all recommendations are followed.

Component Time between inspection or Expected life time (h)

overhaul (h)
LFO/ GAS operation LFO/ GAS operation

Piston 32000 Min. 96000

Piston rings 32000 32000

Cylinder liner 32000 128000

Cylinder head 32000 64000...128000

Connecting rod 32000 128000

Inlet valve 32000 32000

Exhaust valve 32000 32000

Main bearing 32000 64000

Big end bearing 32000 32000

Intermediate gear bearings 64000 64000

Balancing shaft bearings 32000 32000

Injection valve (wear parts) 8000 N/A

High Pressure fuel pump 24000 24000

Main gas admission valve 16000 16000

LP and the HP turbochargers 16000 64000

4.4 Engine storage

At delivery the engine is provided with VCI coating and a tarpaulin. For storage longer than 3
months please contact Wärtsilä.

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5. Piping Design, Treatment and Installation

This chapter provides general guidelines for the design, construction and planning of piping
systems, however, not excluding other solutions of at least equal standard. Installation related
instructions are included in the project specific instructions delivered for each installation.
Fuel, lubricating oil, fresh water and compressed air piping is usually made in seamless carbon
steel (DIN 2448) and seamless precision tubes in carbon or stainless steel (DIN 2391), exhaust
gas piping in welded pipes of corten or carbon steel (DIN 2458). Sea-water piping should be
in Cunifer or hot dip galvanized steel.
Gas piping between Gas Valve Unit and the engine is to be made of stainless steel.

NOTICE
The pipes in the freshwater side of the cooling water system must not be galvanized.

NOTICE
The external fuel system must not contaminate the engine's fuel with zinc. For example,
galvanized surfaces or surfaces painted with paints containing zinc must not be in contact
with the engine fuel. Zinc in the fuel system could lead to e.g. clogged injectors and operational
problems.

Attention must be paid to fire risk aspects. Fuel supply and return lines shall be designed so
that they can be fitted without tension. Flexible hoses must have an approval from the
classification society. If flexible hoses are used in the compressed air system, a purge valve
shall be fitted in front of the hose(s).
It is recommended to make a fitting order plan prior to construction.

The following aspects shall be taken into consideration:

● Pockets shall be avoided. When not possible, drain plugs and air vents shall be installed
● Leak fuel drain pipes shall have continuous slope
● Vent pipes shall be continuously rising
● Flanged connections shall be used, cutting ring joints for precision tubes
● Flanged connections shall be used in fuel oil, lubricating oil, compressed air and fresh water
piping
● Welded connections (TIG) must be used in gas fuel piping as far as practicable, but flanged
connections can be used where deemed necessary
Maintenance access and dismounting space of valves, coolers and other devices shall be taken
into consideration. Flange connections and other joints shall be located so that dismounting of
the equipment can be made with reasonable effort.

5.1 Pipe dimensions

When selecting the pipe dimensions, take into account:
● The pipe material and its resistance to corrosion/erosion.
● Allowed pressure loss in the circuit vs delivery head of the pump.
● Required net positive suction head (NPSH) for pumps (suction lines).
● In small pipe sizes the max acceptable velocity is usually somewhat lower than in large
pipes of equal length.

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● The flow velocity should not be below 1 m/s in sea water piping due to increased risk of
fouling and pitting.
● In open circuits the velocity in the suction pipe is typically about 2/3 of the velocity in the
delivery pipe.

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Table 5-1 Recommended maximum velocities on pump delivery side for guidance

Piping Pipe material Max velocity [m/s]

LNG piping Stainless steel 3

Fuel gas piping Stainless steel / Carbon 20

steel
Fuel oil piping Black steel 1.0

Lubricating oil piping Black steel 1.5

Fresh water piping Black steel 2.5

Sea water piping Galvanized steel 2.5

Aluminum brass 2.5

10/90 copper-nickel-iron 3.0

70/30 copper-nickel 4.5

Rubber lined pipes 4.5

NOTICE
The diameter of gas fuel piping depends only on the allowed pressure loss in the piping, which
has to be calculated project specifically.

Compressed air pipe sizing has to be calculated project specifically. The pipe sizes may be
chosen on the basis of air velocity or pressure drop. In each pipeline case it is advised to check
the pipe sizes using both methods, this to ensure that the alternative limits are not being
exceeded.
Pipeline sizing on air velocity: For dry air, practical experience shows that reasonable
velocities are 25...30 m/s, but these should be regarded as the maximum above which noise
and erosion will take place, particularly if air is not dry. Even these velocities can be high in
terms of their effect on pressure drop. In longer supply lines, it is often necessary to restrict
velocities to 15 m/s to limit the pressure drop.
Pipeline sizing on pressure drop: As a rule of thumb the pressure drop from the starting air
vessel to the inlet of the engine should be max. 0.1 MPa (1 bar) when the bottle pressure is 3
MPa (30 bar).
It is essential that the instrument air pressure, feeding to some critical control instrumentation,
is not allowed to fall below the nominal pressure stated in chapter "Compressed air system"
due to pressure drop in the pipeline.

5.2 Pressure class

The pressure class of the piping should be higher than or equal to the design pressure, which
should be higher than or equal to the highest operating (working) pressure. The highest operating
(working) pressure is equal to the setting of the safety valve in a system.

The pressure in the system can:

● Originate from a positive displacement pump
● Be a combination of the static pressure and the pressure on the highest point of the pump
curve for a centrifugal pump
● Rise in an isolated system if the liquid is heated

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Within this publication there are tables attached to drawings, which specify pressure classes
of connections. The pressure class of a connection can be higher than the pressure class
required for the pipe.
Example 1:
The fuel pressure before the engine should be 0.7 MPa (7 bar). The safety filter in dirty condition
may cause a pressure loss of 0.1 MPa (1.0 bar). The viscosimeter, automatic filter, preheater
and piping may cause a pressure loss of 0.25 MPa (2.5 bar). Consequently the discharge
pressure of the circulating pumps may rise to 1.05 MPa (10.5 bar), and the safety valve of the
pump shall thus be adjusted e.g. to 1.2 MPa (12 bar).
● A design pressure of not less than 1.2 MPa (12 bar) has to be selected.
● The nearest pipe class to be selected is PN16.
● Piping test pressure is normally 1.5 x the design pressure = 1.8 MPa (18 bar).
Example 2:
The pressure on the suction side of the cooling water pump is 0.1 MPa (1 bar). The delivery
head of the pump is 0.3 MPa (3 bar), leading to a discharge pressure of 0.4 MPa (4 bar). The
highest point of the pump curve (at or near zero flow) is 0.1 MPa (1 bar) higher than the nominal
point, and consequently the discharge pressure may rise to 0.5 MPa (5 bar) (with closed or
throttled valves).
● Consequently a design pressure of not less than 0.5 MPa (5 bar) shall be selected.
● The nearest pipe class to be selected is PN6.
● Piping test pressure is normally 1.5 x the design pressure = 0.75 MPa (7.5 bar).
Standard pressure classes are PN4, PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, etc.

5.3 Pipe class

Classification societies categorize piping systems in different classes (DNV) or groups (ABS)
depending on pressure, temperature and media. The pipe class can determine:
● Type of connections to be used
● Heat treatment
● Welding procedure
● Test method
Systems with high design pressures and temperatures and hazardous media belong to class
I (or group I), others to II or III as applicable. Quality requirements are highest on class I.
Examples of classes of piping systems as per DNV rules are presented in the table below.
Gas piping is to be designed, manufactured and documented according to the rules of the
relevant classification society.
In the absence of specific rules or if less stringent than those of DNV, the application of DNV
rules is recommended.
Relevant DNV rules:
● Ship Rules Part 4 Chapter 6, Piping Systems
● Ship Rules Part 5 Chapter 5, Liquefied Gas Carriers
● Ship Rules Part 6 Chapter 13, Gas Fuelled Engine Installations

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Table 5-2 Classes of piping systems as per DNV rules

Media Class I Class II Class III

MPa (bar) °C MPa (bar) °C MPa (bar) °C

Steam > 1.6 (16) or > 300 < 1.6 (16) and < 300 < 0.7 (7) and < 170

Flammable fluid > 1.6 (16) or > 150 < 1.6 (16) and < 150 < 0.7 (7) and < 60

Fuel gas All All - - - -

Other media > 4 (40) or > 300 < 4 (40) and < 300 < 1.6 (16) and < 200

5.4 Insulation
The following pipes shall be insulated:
● All trace heated pipes
● Exhaust gas pipes
● Exposed parts of pipes with temperature > 60°C

Insulation is also recommended for:

● Pipes between engine or system oil tank and lubricating oil separator
● Pipes between engine and jacket water preheater

5.5 Local gauges

Local thermometers should be installed wherever a new temperature occurs, i.e. before and
after heat exchangers, etc.
Pressure gauges should be installed on the suction and discharge side of each pump.

5.6 Cleaning procedures

Instructions shall be given at an early stage to manufacturers and fitters how different piping
systems shall be treated, cleaned and protected.

5.6.1 Cleanliness during pipe installation

All piping must be verified to be clean before lifting it onboard for installation. During the
construction time uncompleted piping systems shall be maintained clean. Open pipe ends
should be temporarily closed. Possible debris shall be removed with a suitable method. All
tanks must be inspected and found clean before filling up with fuel, oil or water.
Piping cleaning methods are summarised in table below:

Table 5-3 Pipe cleaning

System Methods

Fuel gas A,B,C

D,F 1)
Fuel oil A,B,C,D,F

Lubricating oil A,B,C,D,F

Starting air A,B,C

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Table 5-3 Pipe cleaning (continued)

System Methods

Cooling water A,B,C

Exhaust gas A,B,C

Charge air A,B,C

1) In case of carbon steel pipes

Methods applied during prefabrication of pipe spools

A = Washing with alkaline solution in hot water at 80°C for degreasing (only if pipes have been greased)

B = Removal of rust and scale with steel brush (not required for seamless precision tubes)

D = Pickling (not required for seamless precision tubes)

Methods applied after installation onboard

C = Purging with compressed air

F = Flushing

5.6.2 Fuel oil pipes

Before start up of the engines, all the external piping between the day tanks and the engines
must be flushed in order to remove any foreign particles such as welding slag.
Disconnect all the fuel pipes at the engine inlet and outlet. Install a temporary pipe or hose to
connect the supply line to the return line, bypassing the engine. The pump used for flushing
should have high enough capacity to ensure highly turbulent flow, minimum same as the max
nominal flow. Heaters, automatic filters and the viscosimeter should be bypassed to prevent
damage caused by debris in the piping. The automatic fuel filter must not be used as flushing
filter.
The pump used should be protected by a suction strainer. During this time the welds in the fuel
piping should be gently knocked at with a hammer to release slag and the filter inspected and
carefully cleaned at regular intervals.
The cleanliness should be minimum ISO 4406 © 16/13/10, or NAS 1638 code 6. A measurement
certificate shows required cleanliness has been reached there is still risk that impurities may
occur after a time of operation.

NOTICE
The engine must not be connected during flushing.

5.6.3 Lubricating oil pipes

Flushing of the piping and equipment built on the engine is not required and flushing oil shall
not be pumped through the engine oil system (which is flushed and clean from the factory).
It is however acceptable to circulate the flushing oil via the external oil sump/tank or via engine
sump if this is advantageous. Cleanliness of the oil sump shall be verified after completed
flushing and is acceptable when the cleanliness has reached a level in accordance with ISO
4406 © 21/19/15, or NAS 1638 code 10. All pipes connected to the engine, the engine wet

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sump or to the external engine wise oil tank shall be flushed. Oil used for filling shall have a
cleanliness of ISO 4406 © 21/19/15, or NAS 1638 code 10.

NOTICE
The engine must not be connected during flushing.

5.6.4 Pickling
Prefabricated pipe spools are pickled before installation onboard.
Pipes are pickled in an acid solution of 10% hydrochloric acid and 10% formaline inhibitor for
4-5 hours, rinsed with hot water and blown dry with compressed air.
After acid treatment the pipes are treated with a neutralizing solution of 10% caustic soda and
50 grams of trisodiumphosphate per litre of water for 20 minutes at 40...50°C, rinsed with hot
water and blown dry with compressed air.
Great cleanliness shall be validated in all work phases after completed pickling.

5.7 Flexible pipe connections

All external pipes must be precisely aligned to the fitting or the flange of the engine to minimize
causing external forces to the engine connection.
Adding adapter pieces to the connection between the flexible pipe and engine, which are not
validated by Wärtsilä are forbidden. Observe that the pipe clamp for the pipe outside the flexible
connection must be very rigid and welded to the steel structure of the foundation to prevent
vibrations and external forces to the connection, which could damage the flexible connections
and transmit noise. The support must be close to the flexible connection. Most problems with
bursting of the flexible connection originate from poor clamping.
Proper installation of pipe connections between engines and ship’s piping to be ensured.

● Flexible pipe connections must not be twisted

● Installation length of flexible pipe connections must be correct
● Minimum bending radius must be respected
● Piping must be concentrically aligned
● When specified, the flow direction must be observed
● Mating flanges shall be clean from rust, burrs and anticorrosion coatings
● If not otherwise instructed, bolts are to be tightened crosswise in several stages
● Painting of flexible elements is not allowed
● Rubber bellows must be kept clean from oil and fuel
● The piping must be rigidly supported close to the flexible piping connections.

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Fig 5-1 Flexible hoses

NOTICE
Pressurized flexible connections carrying flammable fluids or compressed air have to be type
approved.

5.8 Clamping of pipes

It is very important to fix the pipes to rigid structures next to flexible pipe connections in order
to prevent damage caused by vibration. The following guidelines should be applied:
● Pipe clamps and supports next to the engine must be very rigid and welded to the steel
structure of the foundation.
● The first support should be located as close as possible to the flexible connection. Next
support should be 0.3-0.5 m from the first support.
● First three supports closest to the engine or generating set should be fixed supports. Where
necessary, sliding supports can be used after these three fixed supports to allow thermal
expansion of the pipe.
● Supports should never be welded directly to the pipe. Either pipe clamps or flange supports
should be used for flexible connection.

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A typical pipe clamp for a fixed support is shown in Figure 5-2. Pipe clamps must be made of
steel; plastic clamps or similar may not be used.

Fig 5-2 Pipe clamp for fixed support (V61H0842A)

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6. Fuel System

6.1 Acceptable fuel characteristics

6.1.1 Gas fuel specification
As a dual fuel engine, the Wärtsilä 25DF engine is designed for continuous operation in gas
operating mode or diesel operating mode. For continuous operation in the rated output, the
gas used as main fuel in gas operating mode has to fulfill the below mentioned quality
requirements.

6.1.1.1 Gas Fuel

Limit values for gas characteristics
The engine is designed and developed for continuous operation on natural gas, without reduction
in the rated output, on gas qualities according to following specification:

Property Unit Limit Test method

reference
Lower Heating Value (LHVV), min. a) MJ/m³N b) 28 ISO 6976
a)

Methane Number - 70 EN 16726, ISO

c) 23306
Methane (CH4) content, min.d) % v/v 70 ISO 6974

Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) content, max. % v/v 0,05 ISO 19739

Hydrogen (H2) content, max. e) % v/v 3,0 ASTM D7833 mod.

Liquid phase water and hydrocarbon % v/v Not allowed

condensate bef. engine, max. f)
Oil content, max. mg/m³N 2,0

Ammonia content, max. mg/m³N 25 Honeywell SPX

Flex
Gas Detector
Chlorine + Fluorine content, max. mg/m³N 50 UOP 1001
ASTM D 7359 mod.
Particles or solids content in engine inlet, mg/m³N 50 ISO 4406 mod.
max. IP 565 mod.
Particles or solids size in engine inlet, μm 5 ISO 4406 mod.
max. IP 565 mod.
Gas inlet temperature °C 0 - 60

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NOTE
a) The required gas feed pressure is depending on the LHV of the gas. Please contact Wärtsilä
for futher details.
b) Values for volume (Nm³) are given at 0 °C and 101,3 kPa.
c) If the Methane Number falls below the specified value the engine output is depending on
the Methane Number, please contact Wärtsilä regarding engine output derating.
Methane Number (MN) can be assigned to any gaseous fuel indicating the percentage by
volume of methane in blend with hydrogen that exactly matches the knock intensity of the
unknown gas mixture under specified operating conditions in a knock testing engine. The
Methane Number (MN) gives a scale for evaluation of the resistance to knock of gaseous
fuels.
To define the Methane Number (MN) of the gas, Wärtsilä has developed an internal MN
calculator. It is recommended to calculate MN with the Wärtsilä method.
Further, if the total concentration of the heavier hydrocarbons than butane (C4), i.e. pentane
(C5), hexane (C6), heptane (C7), etc. exceeds 1,0 % v/v, please contact Wärtsilä for further
evaluation.
d) Instead of fossil methane gas is also allowed to contain biomethane and / or synthetic
methane provided that the gas specification is still fulfilled and the gas quality is not
deteriorated. The use of untreated biogas containing harmful compounds like e.g. silicates is
however not allowed.
e) If the hydrogen (H2) content of gas is higher than 3,0 % v/v but less than 15 % v/v, please
contact Wärtsilä for further evaluation. If hydrogen (H2) is added to gas, it has to be taken
into account that Methane Number (MN) derating rules do still apply.
f) In the specified operating conditions (temperature and pressure) dew point of gaseous fuels
has to be low enough in order to prevent any formation of condensate.

There is available an international ISO 23306:2020 standard: "Specification of liquefied natural

gas as a fuel for marine applications" and though Wärtsilä gas specification is not identical with
the standard content, the standard anyway offers useful information about LNG properties,
sampling, MN calculation, ageing of gas, bunkering chain and gas contamination.

6.1.2 Liquid fuel specification

The fuel specifications are based on the ISO 8217:2017(E) standard. Observe that a few
additional properties not included in the standard are listed in the tables shown below.
The fuel shall not contain any added substances or chemical waste, which jeopardizes the
safety of installations or adversely affects the performance of the engines or is harmful to
personnel or contributes overall to air pollution.

6.1.2.1 Pilot fuel oil

The optimum engine performance in gas mode is achieved with fuel fulfilling the requirements
in table below. However, normal operation of the engine is fully possible with a fuel according
to the ISO 8217:2017(E) with a possible impact on the engine efficiency. In case of questions
regarding the engine performance please contact Wärtsilä.

Table 6-1 Pilot fuel oil

Property Unit ISO-F- ISO-F- Test method ref.

DMA DMZ
Cetane index, min. - 50 50 ISO 4264

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6.1.2.2 Light fuel oil operation

The fuel specification is based on the ISO 8217:2017(E) standard and covers the fuel grades
ISO-F-DMX, DMA, DFA, DMZ, DFZ.
The distillate grades mentioned above can be described as follows:
● DMX: A fuel which is suitable for use at ambient temperatures down to –15 °C without
heating the fuel. Especially in merchant marine applications its use is restricted to lifeboat
engines and certain emergency equipment due to reduced flash point.
● DMA: A high quality distillate, generally designated MGO (Marine Gas Oil) in the marine
field.
● DFA: A similar quality distillate fuel compared to DMA category fuels but a presence of max.
7,0 % v/v of Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) is allowed.
● DMZ: A high quality distillate, generally designated MGO (Marine Gas Oil) in the marine
field. An alternative fuel grade for engines requiring a higher fuel viscosity than specified
for DMA grade fuel.
● DFZ: A similar quality distillate fuel compared to DMZ category fuels but a presence of max.
7,0 % v/v of Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) is allowed.
For maximum fuel temperature before the engine, please refer to Engine Online Configurator.

Table 6-2 Distillate fuel specifications

Category ISO-F Test

meth-
Lim- od(s)
Characteristics Unit
it DMX DMA DFA DMZ DFZ and ref-
er-
ences
Max 5,500 6,000 6,000 ISO
Kinematic viscosity at 40 °C i) mm2/s a)
Min 1,400 i) 2,000 3,000 3104

ISO
kg/m³ 3675 or
Density at 15 °C Max - 890,0 890,0
ISO
12185
ISO
Cetane index Min 45 40 40
4264
ISO
8754 or
% m/m ISO
Sulphur b, j) Max 0,50 0,50 0,50
14596,
ASTM
D4294
ISO
Flash point °C Min 43,0 k) 60,0 60,0
2719

Hydrogen sulfide mg/kg Max 2,00 2,00 2,00 IP 570

mg ASTM
Acid number KOH/g Max 0,5 0,5 0,5
D664

ISO
Total sediment by hot filtration % m/m Max - - - 10307-
1

g/m³ ISO
Oxidation stability Max 25 25 25
12205

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Table 6-2 Distillate fuel specifications (continued)

Category ISO-F Test

meth-
Lim- od(s)
Characteristics Unit
it DMX DMA DFA DMZ DFZ and ref-
er-
ences
ASTM
% v/v D7963
Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) e) Max - - 7,0 - 7,0
or IP
579
Carbon residue - Micro method % m/m ISO
Max 0,30 0,30 0,30
on 10% distillation residue 10370

% m/m ISO
Carbon residue - Micro method Max - - -
10370
winter -16 Report Report ISO
Cloud point f) °C Max
summer -16 - - 3015

winter - Report Report IP 309

Cold filter plugging point f) °C Max or IP
summer - - - 612
winter - -6 -6 ISO
Pour point f) °C Max
summer - 0 0 3016

Appearance - Clear and bright g) -

ISO
3733 or
Water % v/v Max - - - ASTM
D6304-
C l)

% m/m ISO
Ash Max 0,010 0,010 0,010
6245
ISO
Lubricity, corr. wear scar diam. h) µm Max 520 520 520 12156-
1

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NOTICE
a) 1 mm²/s = 1 cSt.
b) Notwithstanding the limits given, the purchaser shall define the maximum sulphur content
in accordance with relevant statutory limitations.
c) If the sample is not clear and bright, the total sediment by hot filtration and water tests shall
be required.
d) If the sample is not clear and bright, the Oxidation stability and Lubricity tests cannot be
undertaken and therefore, compliance with this limit cannot be shown.
e) See ISO 8217:2017(E) standard for details.
f) Pour point cannot guarantee operability for all ships in all climates. The purchaser should
confirm that the cold flow characteristics (pour point, cloud point, cold filter clogging point) are
suitable for ship’s design and intended voyage.
g) If the sample is dyed and not transparent, see ISO 8217:2017(E) standard for details related
to water analysis limits and test methods.
h) The requirement is applicable to fuels with sulphur content below 500 mg/kg (0,050 %
m/m).
Additional notes not included in the ISO 8217:2017(E) standard:
i) Low min. viscosity of 1,400 mm²/s can prevent the use ISO-F-DMX category fuels in Wärtsilä®
engines unless the fuel can be cooled down enough to meet the distillate fuel injection viscosity
limit of Wärtsilä 25DF which is 1,8 - 24 mm2/s. If the W25DF engine is equipped with a Tropic
Pac, the allowed min. kinematic viscosity is 1,5 mm²/s.
j) There doesn’t exist any minimum sulphur content limit for Wärtsilä 25DF engines and also
the use of Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel (ULSD) is allowed provided that the fuel quality fulfils
other specified properties.
k) Low flash point (min. 43 °C) can prevent the use ISO-F-DMX category fuels in Wärtsilä®
engines in marine applications unless the ship’s fuel system is built according to special
requirements allowing the use or that the fuel supplier is able to guarantee that flash point of
the delivered fuel batch is above 60 °C being a requirement of SOLAS and classification
societies.
l) Alternative test method.

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6.1.3 Biofuel oils

Liquid biofuel characteristics and specifications
The Wärtsilä engines are designed and developed for continuous operation on liquid biofuel
(LBF) qualities with the properties included in the Tables FAME, B10 table, B20 table and B30
table and Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment.
Liquid biofuels included in the Tables FAME, have typically lower heating value (LHV) than
fossil fuels, while the capacity of fuel injection system influencing on guaranteed engine output
must be checked case by case. Concerning biodiesel blends included in tables B10 table, B20
table and B30 table the influence of LHV is however not significant.

NOTICE
Liquid biofuels included in the Table Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment
have a low density, while the capacity of fuel injection system influencing on guaranteed
engine output must be checked case by case. Their flash point can based on specifications
be also lower than 60 °C required for marine applications by SOLAS and Classification
societies, which may prevent the use.

NOTICE
When a liquid biofuel is used as a pilot fuel in DF engine types, the same requirements apply
as for liquid biofuel used as the main fuel in diesel mode operation. Only products that meet
the specifications listed in the table FAME, B10 table, B20 table and B30 table and table
Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment are permitted to use.

NOTICE
The use of liquid bio fuels qualities included in the table FAME, B10 table, B20 table and B30
table needs to be validated by contacting Wärtsilä.

NOTICE
Since the fuel injection system is not yet validated for LBF qualities included in Table FAME,
B10 table, B20 table and B30 table and Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and
hydrotreatment, Wärtsilä have to cover possible fuel quality originated FIE warranty cost and
due to this a field follow up / validation is required.

Acceptable storage period for liquid biofuels excluding products which belong to the category
being presented in Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment can be significantly
shorter than storage period specified for fossil fuels. Some biodiesel manufacturers are referring
to max. one month storage period. After that acidity starts to increase leading to faster oxidation
rate of the fuel.

Blending of different fuel qualities:

Liquid biofuel qualities presented in the table FAME, and table Paraffinic diesel fuels from
synthesis and hydrotreatment can be mixed with fossil distillate fuel and residual fuel with
various ratios. Fossil fuel being used as a blending component has to fulfil Wärtsilä’s distillate
and residual fuel specification based on the ISO 8217:2017(E) standard. Depending on the bio
component type its quality has to meet either the EN 14214:2012 standard included in the table
FAME, or the EN 15940:2016 standard included in the table Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis
and hydrotreatment. For biodiesel blend B10 there also exists an EN 16734 standard and for
B20 & B30 blends an EN 16709 standard respectively. Biodiesel blend quality has to fulfil the
requirements included in those two standards

Required fuel temperatures:

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For fuel qualities included in the table FAME, B10 table, B20 table and B30 table and Paraffinic
diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment, fuel temperature before fuel injection pumps
is limited to max. 45 °C. If residual fuel is used as a blending component together with HVO or
biodiesel, fuel injection viscosity and injection temperature requirements being valid for residual
fuels have to be followed.

6.1.3.1 Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) / Biodiesel

Renewable refined liquid biofuels which are manufactured by using transesterification processes,
can contain both vegetable and / or animal based feedstock and do normally show out very
good physical and chemical properties. These fuels can be used provided that the specification
included in the table below is fulfilled. International standards ASTM D 6751-20 or EN
14214:2012 (E) are typically used for specifying biodiesel quality. Further, for biodiesel blend
B10 there exists an EN 16734 standard and for B20 & B30 blends an EN 16709 standard
respectively. Biodiesel blend quality has to fulfil the requirements included in those two
standards. The requirements of B10, B20 and B30 are included in the Table B10 table, B20
table and B30 table.

Table 6-3 Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) / Biodiesel specification based on the EN
14214:2012 standard

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

mm2/s @ 40
Viscosity, min. - max. 3.5 - 5.0 EN ISO 3104
°C

Injection viscosity, min. mm2/s 2.0 1) EN ISO 3104

kg/m3 @ 15
Density, min. - max. 860 - 900 EN ISO 3675 / 12185
°C
Cetane number, min. - 51.0 EN ISO 5165

Sulphur content, max. mg/kg 10.0 EN ISO 20846 / 20884 / 13032

Sulphated ash content, max. % m/m 0.02 ISO 3987

Total contamination, max. mg/kg 24 EN 12662

Water content, max. mg/kg 500 EN ISO 12937

Phosphorus content, max. mg/kg 4.0 EN 14107

Group I metals (Na + K) content, max. mg/kg 5.0 EN 14108 / EN 14109 / 14538

Group II metals (Ca + Mg) content, max. mg/kg 5.0 EN 14538

Flash point, min. °C 101 EN ISO 2719A / 3679

Cold filter plugging point, max. (climate

°C -20 → +5 2) EN 116
dependent requirement)
Oxidation stability @ 110 °C, min. h 8.0 EN 14112
Copper strip corrosion (3 hrs @ 50 °C),
Rating Class 1 EN ISO 2160
max.

Acid value, max. mg KOH/g 0.50 EN 14104

Iodine value, max. g iodine/100 g 120 EN 14111 / 16300

FAME content, min. % m/m 96.5 EN 14103

Linolenic acid methyl ester, max. % m/m 12.0 EN 14103

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Table 6-3 Fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) / Biodiesel specification based on the EN
14214:2012 standard (continued)

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

Polyunsaturated ( ≥ 4 double bonds) % m/m 1.00 EN 15779
methyl esters, max.

Methanol content, max. % m/m 0.20 EN 14110

Monoglyceride content, max. % m/m 0.70 EN 14105

Diglyceride content, max. % m/m 0.20 EN 14105

Triglyceride content, max. % m/m 0.20 EN 14105

Free glycerol, max. % m/m 0.02 EN 14105 / EN 14106

Total glycerol, max. % m/m 0.25 EN 14105

NOTICE
1) Min. limit at engine inlet in running conditions (mm²/s = cSt).
2) Cold flow properties of renewable biodiesel can vary based on the geographical location
and also based on the feedstock properties, which issues must be taken into account when
designing the fuel system. For arctic climates even lower CFPP values down to -44 °C are
specified.

NOTICE
When analysing the energy content (Higher and Lower Heating Value) of Biodiesel the
calculation method included in the ISO 8217 standard can’t be used, but the analysis has to
be made by following the ASTM D240 standard.

6.1.3.2 Automotive B10 diesel fuel

Table 6-4 Automotive B10 diesel fuel – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16734:2016 standard

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

mm2/s @ 40
Viscosity, min - max. 2,000 – 4,500 EN ISO 3104
°C

Injection viscosity, min. mm2/s 2.0 1) EN ISO 3104

kg/m3 @ 15
Density, min - max. 820 - 845 EN ISO 3675
°C

Sulphur content, max. mg/kg 10.0 EN ISO 20846 / 20884 / 13032

Ash content, max. % m/m 0.01 EN ISO 6245

Total contamination, max. mg/kg 24 EN 12662

Water content, max. % m/m 0.02 EN ISO 12937

Manganese content, max. mg/l 2.0 EN 16576

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Table 6-4 Automotive B10 diesel fuel – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16734:2016 standard (continued)

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

Cold filter plugging point, max. (climate EN 116 / 16329
°C -20 -> +5 2)
dependent requirement)
Flash point, min. °C 55 3) EN ISO 2719

Oxidation stability, min. h 20.0 EN 15751

Oxidation stability, max. g/m3 25 EN 12205

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, max. % m/m 8.0 EN 12916

Carbon residue (on 10% distillation % m/m 0.3 EN ISO 10370

residue), max.
Copper strip corrosion (3 hrs @ 50 °C),
Rating Class 1 EN ISO 2160
max.
Lubricity, wear scar diameter at 60 oC,
um 460 EN ISO 12156-1
max.

Distillation EN ISO 3405 / 3924

- % v/v recovered at 250 °C, max. % v/v < 65

- % v/v recovered at 350°C, min % v/v 85

- 95% recovered at, max. °C 360

FAME content, min. % v/v 10.0 EN 14078

NOTICE
1) Min. limit at engine inlet in running conditions (mm²/s = cSt).
2) Cold flow properties of renewable biodiesel can vary based on the geographical location
and also based on the feedstock properties, which issues must be taken into account when
designing the fuel system. For arctic climates even lower CFPP values down to -44 °C are
specified.
3) The use in marine applications is allowed provided that a fuel supplier can guarantee min.
flash point of 60 °C.

6.1.3.3 High FAME diesel fuel (B20)

Table 6-5 High FAME diesel fuel (B20) – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16709:2015 standard

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

mm2/s @ 40
Viscosity, min - max. 2,000 – 4,620 EN ISO 3104
°C

Injection viscosity, min. mm2/s 2.0 1) EN ISO 3104

kg/m3 @ 15
Density, min - max. 820 - 860 EN ISO 3675
°C

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Table 6-5 High FAME diesel fuel (B20) – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16709:2015 standard (continued)

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

EN ISO 5165, EN 15195 /
Cetane number, min. - 51.0
16144 / 16715 / 16906

Sulphur content, max. mg/kg 10.0 EN ISO 20846 / 20884 / 13032

Ash content, max. % m/m 0.01 EN ISO 6245

Total contamination, max. mg/kg 24 EN 12662

Water content, max. % m/m 0.026 EN ISO 12937

Manganese content, max. mg/l 2.0 EN 16576

Cold filter plugging point, max. (climate EN 116 / 16329

°C -20 -> +5 2)
dependent requirement)
Flash point, min. °C 55 3) EN ISO 2719

Oxidation stability, min. h 20.0 EN 15751

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, max. % m/m 8.0 EN 12916

FAME content, min. % v/v 14.0 - 20.0 EN 14078

Distillation EN ISO 3405 / 3924

- % v/v recovered at 250 °C, max. % v/v < 65

- % v/v recovered at 350°C, min % v/v 85

- 95% recovered at, max. °C 360

NOTICE
1) Min. limit at engine inlet in running conditions (mm²/s = cSt).
2) Cold flow properties of renewable biodiesel can vary based on the geographical location
and also based on the feedstock properties, which issues must be taken into account when
designing the fuel system. For arctic climates even lower CFPP values down to -44 °C are
specified.
3) The use in marine applications is allowed provided that a fuel supplier can guarantee min.
flash point of 60 °C.

6.1.3.4 High FAME diesel fuel (B30)

Table 6-6 High FAME diesel fuel (B30) – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16709:2015 standard

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

mm2/s @ 40
Viscosity, min - max. 2,000 – 4,620 EN ISO 3104
°C

Injection viscosity, min. mm2/s 2.0 1) EN ISO 3104

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Table 6-6 High FAME diesel fuel (B30) – Requirements and test methods based on the
EN 16709:2015 standard (continued)

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

kg/m3 @ 15
Density, min - max. 825 - 865 EN ISO 3675
°C
EN ISO 5165, EN 15195 /
Cetane number, min. - 51.0
16144 / 16715 / 16906

Sulphur content, max. mg/kg 10.0 EN ISO 20846 / 20884 / 13032

Ash content, max. % m/m 0.01 EN ISO 6245

Total contamination, max. mg/kg 24 EN 12662

Water content, max. % m/m 0.029 EN ISO 12937

Manganese content, max. mg/l 2.0 EN 16576

Cold filter plugging point, max. (climate EN 116 / 16329

°C -20 -> +5 2)
dependent requirement)
Flash point, min. °C 55 3) EN ISO 2719

Oxidation stability, min. h 20.0 EN 15751

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, max. % m/m 8.0 EN 12916

FAME content, min. - max. % v/v 24.0 - 30.0 EN 14078

Distillation EN ISO 3405 / 3924

- % v/v recovered at 250 °C, max. % v/v < 65

- % v/v recovered at 350°C, min % v/v 85

- 95% recovered at, max. °C 360

NOTICE
1) Min. limit at engine inlet in running conditions (mm²/s = cSt).
2) Cold flow properties of renewable biodiesel can vary based on the geographical location
and also based on the feedstock properties, which issues must be taken into account when
designing the fuel system. For arctic climates even lower CFPP values down to -44 °C are
specified.
3) The use in marine applications is allowed provided that a fuel supplier can guarantee min.
flash point of 60 °C.

6.1.3.5 Paraffinic diesel fuels from synthesis and hydrotreatment

Paraffinic renewable distillate fuels originating from synthesis or hydrotreatment are high quality
distillate fuels and their composition and physical & chemical properties do differ from
transesterified biodiesel. The quality of paraffinic diesel shall meet the EN 15940:2016 Class
A requirements included in the table below.
For arctic or severe winter climates additional or more stringent requirements are set concerning
cold filter plugging point, cloud point, viscosity and distillation properties.

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Table 6-7 Requirements for paraffinic diesel from synthesis or hydrotreatment based
on the EN 15940:2016 standard

Property Unit Limit Test method reference

mm2/s @ 40
Viscosity, min. - max. 2,000 – 4,500 EN ISO 3104
°C

Injection viscosity, min. mm2/s 2.0 1) EN ISO 3104

kg/m3 @ 15
Density, min. - max. 765 - 800 2) EN ISO 3675 / 12185
°C

Cetane number, min. - 70.0 EN 15195 / EN ISO 5165

Sulphur content, max. mg/kg 5.0 EN ISO 20846 / 20884

Ash content, max. % m/m 0.010 EN ISO 6245

Total contamination, max. mg/kg 24 EN 12662

Water content, max. mg/kg 200 EN ISO 12937

Total aromatics, max. % m/m 1.1 EN 12916

Carbon residue on 10% distillation % m/m 0.30 EN ISO 10370

residue, max.
Lubricity, max. µm 460 EN ISO 12156-1

Flash point, min. °C 55 3) EN ISO 2719

Cold filter plugging point, max. (climate EN 116 / 16329
°C -20 → +5 4)
dependent requirement)

Oxidation stability, max. g/m3 25 EN ISO 12205

Oxidation stability, min. h 20 5) EN 15751

Copper strip corrosion (3 hrs @ 50 °C),

Rating Class 1 EN ISO 2160
max.
Distillation EN ISO 3405 / 3924
% v/v recovered @ 250 °C, max. % v/v
65
% v/v recovered @ 350 °C, min. % v/v 85
95 % recovered at, max. °C 360

FAME content, max. % v/v 7.0 EN 14078

NOTICE
1) Min. limit at engine inlet in running conditions (mm²/s = cSt).
2) Due to low density the guaranteed engine output of pure hydrotreated fuel / GTL has to be
confirmed case by case.
3) The use in marine applications is allowed provided that a fuel supplier can guarantee min.
flash point of 60 °C.
4) Cold flow properties of renewable biodiesel can vary based on the geographical location
and also based on the feedstock properties, which issues must be taken into account when
designing the fuel system. For arctic climates even lower CFPP values down to -44 °C are
specified.
5) Additional requirement if the fuel contains > 2.0 % v/v of FAME.

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NOTICE
When analysing the energy content (Higher and Lower Heating Value) of paraffinic diesel the
calculation method included in the ISO 8217 standard can’t be used, but the analysis has to
be made by following the ASTM D240 standard.

6.2 Operating principles

Wärtsilä 25DF engines are usually installed for dual fuel operation meaning the engine can be
run either in gas or diesel operating mode. The operating mode can be changed while the
engine is running, within certain limits, without interruption of power generation. If the gas supply
would fail, the engine will automatically transfer to diesel mode operation (LFO).

6.2.1 Gas mode operation

In gas operating mode the main fuel is gas which is fed to the engine at a low pressure. The
gas is ignited by injecting a small amount of pilot diesel fuel (LFO). Gas and pilot fuel injection
are solenoid operated and electronically controlled common rail systems.

6.2.2 Diesel mode operation

In diesel operating mode the engine operates only on liquid fuel oil. LFO is used as fuel injected
by an electronically controlled common rail (CR) fuel system.

6.3 Fuel gas system

6.3.1 External fuel gas system
6.3.1.1 Fuel gas system, with open type GVU

POS. PART SUPPLIER

W20DF W25DF W31DF W34DF W46DF W46TS-DF

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS
SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE

Fig 6-1 Example of fuel gas operation with open type GVU (DAAF022750J)

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POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS W25DF SIZE

108 GAS INLET DN65/ 100

708 GAS SYSTEM VENT OD33.7

726 AIR INERT TO DOUBLE WALL GAS SYSTEM OD60.3

6.3.1.2 Fuel gas system, with enclosed GVU

POS. PART SUPPLIER

W20DF W25DF W31DF W34DF W46DF W46TS-DF

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS
SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE

Fig 6-2 Example of fuel gas system with enclosed GVU (DAAF077105F)

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS W25DF SIZE

108 GAS INLET DN65/ 100

708 GAS SYSTEM VENT OD33.7

726 AIR INERT TO DOUBLE WALL GAS SYSTEM OD60.3

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6.3.1.3 Fuel gas system, GVU enclosed

POS. PART SUPPLIER

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

Fig 6-3 Example of fuel gas system GVU enclosed (DAAF559804B)

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The fuel gas can typically be contained as CNG, LNG at atmospheric pressure, or pressurized
LNG. The design of the external fuel gas feed system may vary, but every system should
provide natural gas with the correct temperature and pressure to each engine.

6.3.1.4 Double wall gas piping and the ventilation of the piping
The annular space in double wall piping is ventilated artificially by underpressure created by
ventilation fans. The first ventilation air inlet to the annular space is located at the engine. The
ventilation air is recommended to be taken from a location outside the engine room, through
dedicated piping. The second ventilation air inlet is located at the outside of the tank connection
space at the end of the double wall piping. To balance the air intake of the two air intakes a
flow restrictor is required at the air inlet close to the tank connection space. The ventilation air
is taken from both inlets and lead through the annular space of the double wall pipe to the GVU
room or to the enclosure of the gas valve unit. From the enclosure of the gas valve unit a
dedicated ventilation pipe is connected to the ventilation fans and from the fans the pipe
continues to the safe area. The 1,5 meter hazardous area will be formed at the ventilation air
inlet and outlet and is to be taken in consideration when the ventilation piping is designed.
According to classification societies minimum ventilation capacity has to be at least 30 air
changes per hour. With enclosed GVU this 30 air changes per hour normally correspond to
-20 mbar inside the GVU enclosure according to experience from existing installations. However,
in some cases required pressure in the ventilation might be slightly higher than -20 mbar and
can be accepted based on case analysis and measurements.

Fig 6-4 Example arrangement drawing of ventilation in double wall piping system
with enclosed GVUs (DAAF500224)

6.3.1.5 Gas valve unit (10N05)

Before the gas is supplied to the engine it passes through a Gas Valve Unit (GVU). The GVU
include a gas pressure control valve and a series of block and bleed valves to ensure reliable
and safe operation on gas.

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The unit includes a manual shut-off valve, inerting connection, filter, fuel gas pressure control
valve, shut-off valves, ventilating valves, pressure transmitters/gauges, a gas temperature
transmitter and control cabinets.
The filter is a full flow unit preventing impurities from entering the engine fuel gas system. The
fineness of the filter is 5 μm absolute mesh size. The pressure drop over the filter is monitored
and an alarm is activated when pressure drop is above permitted value due to dirty filter.
The fuel gas pressure control valve adjusts the gas feed pressure to the engine according to
engine load. The pressure control valve is controlled by the engine control system. The system
is designed to get the correct fuel gas pressure to the engine common rail pipe at all times.
Readings from sensors on the GVU as well as opening and closing of valves on the gas valve
unit are electronically or electro-pneumatically controlled by the GVU control system. All readings
from sensors and valve statuses can be read from Local Display Unit (LDU). The LDU is
mounted below control cabinet of the GVU of enclosed design type. With GVU open design
LDU is delivered as loose supply.
The two shut-off valves together with gas ventilating valve (between the shut-off valves) form
a double-block-and-bleed function. The block valves in the double-block-and-bleed function
effectively close off gas supply to the engine on request. The solenoid operated venting valve
in the double-block-and-bleed function will relief the pressure trapped between the block valves
after closing of the block valves. The block valves V03 and V05 and inert gas valve V07 are
operated as fail-to-close, i.e. they will close on current failure. Venting valves V02 and V04 are
fail-to-open, they will open on current failure. There is a connection for inerting the fuel gas
pipe with nitrogen, see figure "Gas valve unit P&I diagram". The inerting of the fuel gas pipe
before double block and bleed valves in the GVU is done from gas storage system. Gas is
blown downstream the fuel gas pipe and out via vent valve V02 on the GVU when inerting from
gas storage system.
During a stop sequence of DF-engine gas operation (i.e. upon gas trip, stop, emergency stop
or shutdown in gas operating mode, or transfer to diesel operating mode) the GVU performs
a gas shut-off and ventilation sequence. Both block valves (V03 and V05) on the gas valve unit
are closed and ventilation valve V04 between block valves is opened. Additionally on emergency
stop ventilation valve V02 will open and on certain alarm situations the V07 will inert the gas
pipe between GVU and the engine.
The gas valve unit will perform a leak test procedure before engine starts operating on gas.
This is a safety precaution to ensure the tightness of valves and the proper function of
components.
One GVU is required for each engine. The GVU has to be located close to the engine to ensure
engine response to transient conditions. The maximum length of fuel gas pipe between the
GVU and the engine gas inlet is 30 m.
Inert gas and compressed air are to be dry and clean. Inert gas pressure max 0.9 MPa (9 bar).
The requirements for compressed air quality are presented in chapter Compressed air system.

Maximum inert gas pressure mentioned above is for guidance only. For contracted
projects, please refer to Installation Planning Instructions (IPI).

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Fig 6-5 GVU-ED flow diagram DN80 (DAAF419789E)

Fig 6-6 GVU-ED flow diagram DN80 (DAAF419792F)

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Fig 6-7 Main dimensions of the enclosed GVU (DAAF060741A)

Fig 6-8 Main dimensions of the open GVU (DAAW010186B)

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Fig 6-9 Gas valve unit P&I diagram, open type (DAAF085795A)

System components:

B01 Gas filter P05 Pressure transmitter V04 Vent valve

B02 Air filter with water drain P06 Pressure transmitter V05 Second block valve

B03 Inert gas filter Q01 Mass flow meter V06 Gas control valve

P01 Pressure transmitter T01 Temperature transmitter V07 Inerting valve

P02 Local pressure indicator V01 Manual shut off valve V08 Shut off valve

P03 Pressure transmitter V02 Vent valve V09 Shut off valve

P04 Pressure transmitter V03 First block valve V10 Pressure regulator

Pipe connections

A1 Gas inlet

B1 Gas to engine

B1' Optional gas to engine

B2 Inert gas

D1 Gas venting

X1 Control air

Pipe DN50 DN80 DN100

size GVU GVU GVU

P1 DN50 DN80 DN100

P2 DN40 DN80 DN100

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(continued)

Pipe DN50 DN80 DN100

size GVU GVU GVU

P3 N/A DN50 DN80

P4 DN40 DN50 DN80

P5 DN65 DN80 DN100

P6 OD18 OD28 OD42

P7 OD22 OD28 OD28

P8 10mm 10mm 10mm

6.3.1.6 Master fuel gas valve

IMO IGC code and IGF code requires a master gas fuel valve to be installed in the fuel gas
feed system. At least one master gas fuel valve is required, but it is recommended to apply
one valve for each engine compartment using fuel gas to enable independent operation.
It is always recommended to have one main shut-off valve directly outside the engine room
and valve room in any kind of installation.

6.3.1.7 Fuel gas venting

In certain situations during normal operation of a DF-engine, as well as due to possible faults,
there is a need to safely ventilate the fuel gas piping. During a stop sequence of a DF-engine
gas operation the GVU and DF-engine gas venting valves performs a ventilation sequence to
relieve pressure from gas piping. Additionally in emergency stop V02 will relief pressure from
gas piping upstream from the GVU.
This small amount of gas can be ventilated outside into the atmosphere, to a place where there
are no sources of ignition.
Alternatively to ventilating outside into the atmosphere, other means of disposal (e.g. a suitable
furnace) can also be considered. However, this kind of arrangement has to be accepted by
classification society on a case by case basis.

NOTICE
All breathing and ventilation pipes that may contain fuel gas must always be built sloping
upwards, so that there is no possibility of fuel gas accumulating inside the piping.

In case the DF-engine is stopped in gas operating mode, the ventilation valves will open
automatically and quickly reduce the gas pipe pressure to atmospheric pressure.
The pressure drop in the venting lines are to be kept at a minimum.
To prevent gas ventilation to another engine during maintenance vent lines from gas supply
or GVU of different engines cannot be interconnected. However, vent lines from the same
engine can be interconnected to a common header, which shall be lead to the atmosphere.
Connecting the engine or GVU venting lines to the LNGPac venting mast is not allowed, due
to risk for backflow of gas into the engine room when LNGPac gas is vented!

6.3.1.8 Purging by inert gas

Crankcase purging by inert gas
When crankcase covers are still on engine, crankcase is an enclosed space with limited
ventilation. Crankcase is not designed for entering and access in to is very limited. Crankcase
may still contain unhealthy atmosphere to be breathe, especially right after the engine shutdown
or nitrogen purging.

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To flush the possible flammable gases out from crankcase, a suitable connection for manual
nitrogen purging is built in to the engine. Purging of the crankcase with inert gas is recommended
before maintenance interventions. Purging is not anyhow required, if engine has been running
in Diesel mode at least 15 minutes before shutting down the engine.
Handheld gas detector(s) are recommended to be used, for measuring the gas concentration
in the crankcase after the purging and before opening the crankcase covers. Measurement
can be done by opening the plug located close to the nitrogen connection in the small crankcase
cover. If no gas is detected, it can be considered safe to open all crankcase covers. This
procedure can be done only for the engine which has been shut down.
After the crankcase has been purged with inert gas and covers are opened, they must be kept
open long enough to ensure breathable atmosphere before entering the crankcase. Nitrogen
or other gases which are harmful to breathe must be vented out from the crankcase before
entering in to it. Necessary air flow / ventilation for the crankcase needs to be arranged during
the maintenance activities.
Nitrogen requirements
Wärtsilä recommends nitrogen with the following properties as a medium for purging.

Table 6-8 Nitrogen properties as a medium for purging

Property Value Unit

Content of mixture out of N2 ≥ 95.0 %

Oxygen content ≤ 1.0 %

Dew point (atmospheric pressure) ≤ 40 °C

Pressure before purging value, 5 Bar(g)

max
Flow rate, max ~70 l/min/cylinder

Crankcase size is ~0.5 to ~0.6 m3/crank (or m3/cyliner)

NOTICE
The nitrogen flow can be converted to a purge time if needed, please contact Wärtsilä for
futher details.

NOTICE
Exceeding the 5 bar (g) purging pressure may increase crankcase pressure higher than what
crankshaft V-ring sealing oil lock can withstand. Maximum allowed crankcase pressure is 5
mbar. If the pressure rises towards 10 mbar (approx. 100 mm water column) it may blow the
oil lock empty, which increases the risk of the crankshaft V-ring seal leaks. If oil lock is blown
empty, it is recommended to fill it manually.”

6.3.1.9 Gas feed pressure

The required fuel gas feed pressure depends on the expected minimum lower heating value
(LHV) of the fuel gas, as well as the pressure losses in the feed system to the engine. The LHV
of the fuel gas has to be above 28 MJ/m3 at 0°C and 101.3 kPa.
● The pressure losses in the gas feed system to engine has to be added to get the required
gas pressure.
● A pressure drop of 120 kPa over the GVU is a typical value that can be used as guidance.

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● The required gas pressure to the engine depends on the engine load. This is regulated by
the GVU.
● Real-time product information including all technical data can be found by using Engine
Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä's website. Please check online for the most
up to date technical data.

6.4 External fuel oil system

The design of the external fuel system may vary from installation to installation but every system
shall be designed to provide the engine with fuel oil of correct flow, pressure, temperature,
viscosity and degree of purity. Temperature control is required to maintain stable and correct
viscosity of the fuel before the high pressure pumps (please refer to technical data, which could
be found by accessing Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä's website).
Sufficient circulation through every engine connected to the same circuit must be ensured in
all operating conditions.
The fuel treatment system should comprise of settling tank and separator. Correct dimensioning
of separators is of greatest importance, and therefore the recommendations of the separator
manufacturer must be closely followed. Poorly centrifuged fuel is harmful to the engine and a
high content of water may also damage the fuel feed system.
The external fuel system must not contaminate the engine's fuel with zinc. For example,
galvanized surfaces or surfaces painted with paints containing zinc must not be in contact with
engine fuel. Zinc in the fuel system could lead to e.g. clogged injectors and operational problems.
The fuel pipes between the feed unit and the engine must be properly clamped to rigid structures.
The distance between the fixing points should be at close distance next to the engine. See
chapter Piping design, treatment and installation.
A connection for compressed air should be provided before the engine, together with a drain
from the fuel return line to the clean leakage fuel or overflow tank. With this arrangement it is
possible to blow out fuel from the engine prior to maintenance work, to avoid spilling.
Wärtsilä 25DF engine is designed to use two different fuel supply systems:
● Day-tank circulation: Day-tank min. level situated 2 m above crankshaft (main journal)
centerline. Static pressure to feed the engine on-built LP pump.
● Feeder (booster) circulation: External feeder pump feeds engine inlet with ~300 kPa pressure.
Engine on-built LP pump acts as booster.

NOTICE
In multiple engine installations, where several engines are connected to the same fuel feed
circuit, it must be possible to close the fuel supply and return lines connected to the engine
individually. This is a SOLAS requirement. It is further stipulated that the means of isolation
shall not affect the operation of the other engines, and it shall be possible to close the fuel
lines from a position that is not rendered inaccessible due to fire on any of the engines.

6.4.1 Definitions Filtration term used

● Beta value ßxx ISO 16889, and Efficiency εxx: scientific measurement of filter effectiveness.
Numerical result on a given filter variates, depending on test method used, and on dust size
distribution used during measurements.
● Beta value ßxx = YY : ISO name with ISO 16889 internationally standardised test method.
Scientific repeatability below 25 micron ßxx =75, but weaker repeatability for filter mesh
bigger than 25..45 microns. Example: ß20 = 75 means “ultipass test, with standardised dust
(ISO MTD dust): every 75 particles 20 micron ISO dust sent, one passes.”
● Efficiency εxx = YY % : Old terminology, mathematically same meaning as Betavalue, but
not any ISO standardised test method, and not necessarily with ISO MTD dust. Hence
sometimes used for particles larger than 25..45 micron. Example: ε20 = 98,7% means

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“ndefined test method, undefined dust: every 75 particles 20 micron non-ISO dust sent, one
passes, which is 98,7% stopped.”
● mesh size: opening of the mesh (surface filtration), and often used as commercial name at
purchase. Only approximately related to Efficiency and Beta-value. Insufficient to compare two
filters from two suppliers. Good to compare two meshes of same filter model from same supplier.
Totally different than micron absolute, that is always much bigger size in micron.
e.g. a real example: 30 micron mesh size = approx. 50 micron ß50 = 75
● abs. mesh (sphere passing mesh): it is a more accurate mesh size definition than above.
It also specifies the measurement method (with spherical particles, passing /not passing
through). On a given filter, it can have a different micron value than the commercial “mesh size”
● XX micron, absolute: it defines the real grade of filtration only when it is followed by Betavalue
or Efficiency. Example: many suppliers intend it as ßxx = 75 ISO 16889 similar to old efficiency
εxx = 98,7%, or as ßxx = 200 ISO 16889 (was εxx = 99,9%), but some suppliers intend it as ßxx
= 2 ISO 16889 (was εxx = 50%)
● XX micron, nominal: commercial name of that mesh, at purchase. Not really related to
filtration capability, especially when comparing different suppliers. Typically, a totally different
value than XX micron, absolute e.g. a real example: 10 micron nominal (ε10 = 60%) = approx.
60 micron absolute ß60 = 75 ISO 16889

6.4.2 Fuel tanks

The fuel oil is first transferred from the bunker tanks to settling tanks for initial separation of
sludge and water. After filtering the fuel oil is transferred to day tanks, from which fuel is supplied
to the engines.

6.4.2.1 Settling tank, LFO (1T10)

To ensure sufficient time for settling (water and sediment separation), the capacity of each tank
should be sufficient for min. 24 hours operation at maximum fuel consumption. The tanks should
be provided with internal baffles to achieve efficient settling and have a sloped bottom for proper
draining. Usually LFO settling tanks do not need heating or insulation, but the tank temperature
should be in the range 20...40°C.

6.4.2.2 Day tank, LFO (1T06)

The capacity of the LFO tank should ensure fuel supply for 8 hours. Settling tanks may not be
used instead of day tanks.
The day tank must be designed so that accumulation of sludge near the suction pipe is prevented
and the bottom of the tank should be sloped to ensure efficient draining. The temperature in
the LFO day tank should be in the range 20...40°C. The level of the tank must ensure a positive
static pressure on the suction side of the fuel feed pumps.
If black-out starting with LFO from a gravity tank is foreseen, then the tank must be located at
least 15 m above the engine crankshaft.

NOTICE
It is not allowed to use Zn based paints/coatings on the internal surfaces of LFO day tank
(1T06) that are in direct contact with fuel, nor to use other materials which can release Zn
into it.

6.4.2.3 Leak fuel tank, clean fuel (1T04)

Clean leak fuel is drained by gravity from the engine. The fuel should be collected in a separate
clean leak fuel tank, from where it can be pumped to the day tank and reused without separation.
The pipes from the engine to the clean leak fuel tank should be arranged continuosly sloping.

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The leak fuel piping should be fully closed to prevent dirt from entering the system.

6.4.2.4 Leak fuel tank, dirty fuel (1T07)

In normal operation no fuel should leak out from the components of the fuel system. In
connection with maintenance, or due to unforeseen leaks, fuel or water may spill in the hot box
of the engine. The spilled liquids are collected and drained by gravity from the engine through
the dirty fuel connection.
Dirty leak fuel shall be led to a sludge tank.

6.4.3 Fuel treatment

6.4.3.1 Separation
Separation
The need for fuel oil separator is fuel dependant and must be evaluated case by case whether
the fuel quality to engine can be fulfilled or not without a separator.
In general, installing and using a fuel oil separator is:
● Recommend installation for pure distillate fuels (example ISO 8217:2017(E) ISO-F-DMA,
DMZ etc)
It is recommended to have at least one separator per installation. Classification rules require
the separator arrangement to be redundant, so that required capacity is maintained with any
one unit out of operation.
All recommendations from the separator manufacturer must be closely followed.
The cleanliness and water content limit for distillates is often possible to be fulfilled by other
equipment, different respect a separator.
When separating fuels with low viscosity and low density (e.g., distillates), it is recommended
to not heat the fuel unnecessarily high to avoid warm fuel binding more water. To avoid free
water formation in the process from fuel tank to engine, it is recommended to have a slight
temp increase from tank to engine while still staying within the low viscosity and high temp
limits. Anyway, combination to first heat the fuel and then cool it should be avoided in the
process from tank to engine.
Centrifugal disc stack separators are recommended also for installations operating on LFO
only, to remove water and possible contaminants. The capacity of LFO separators should be
sufficient to ensure the fuel supply at maximum fuel consumption. Would a centrifugal separator
be considered too expensive for a LFO installation, then it can be accepted to use coalescing
type filters instead. A coalescing filter is usually installed on the suction side of the circulation
pump in the fuel feed system. The filter must have a low pressure drop to avoid pump cavitation.

Separator mode of operation

The best separation efficiency is achieved when also the stand-by separator is in operation all
the time, and the throughput is reduced according to actual consumption.
Separators with monitoring of cleaned fuel (without gravity disc) operating on a continuous
basis can handle fuels with densities exceeding 991 kg/m3 at 15°C. In this case the main and
stand-by separators should be run in parallel.
When separators with gravity disc are used, then each stand-by separator should be operated
in series with another separator, so that the first separator acts as a purifier and the second as
clarifier. This arrangement can be used for fuels with a density of max. 991 kg/m3 at 15°C. The
separators must be of the same size.

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Separation efficiency
The term Certified Flow Rate (CFR) has been introduced to express the performance of
separators according to a common standard. CFR is defined as the flow rate in l/h, 30 minutes
after sludge discharge, at which the separation efficiency of the separator is 85%, when using
defined test oils and test particles. CFR is defined for equivalent fuel oil viscosities of 380 cSt
and 700 cSt at 50°C. More information can be found in the CEN (European Committee for
Standardisation) document CWA 15375:2005 (E).
The separation efficiency is measure of the separator's capability to remove specified test
particles. The separation efficiency is defined as follows:

where:

n = separation efficiency [%]

Cout = number of test particles in cleaned test oil

Cin = number of test particles in test oil before separator

6.4.3.2 Separator unit (1N02/1N05)

Separators are usually supplied as pre-assembled units designed by the separator manufacturer.
Typically separator modules are equipped with:
● Suction strainer (1F02)
● Feed pump (1P02)
● Pre-heater (1E01)
● Sludge tank (1T05)
● Separator (1S01/1S02)
● Sludge pump
● Control cabinets including motor starters and monitoring

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Fig 6-10 Fuel transfer and separating system (V76F6626G)

6.4.3.3 Separator feed pumps (1P02)

Feed pumps should be dimensioned for the actual fuel quality and recommended throughput
of the separator. The pump should be protected by a suction strainer (mesh size approx. 0.5
mm)
An approved system for control of the fuel feed rate to the separator is required.

Design data: LFO

Design pressure 0.5 MPa (5 bar)

Design temperature 60°C

Viscosity for dimensioning electric motor 30 cSt

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6.4.3.4 Separator pre-heater (1E01)

The pre-heater is dimensioned according to the feed pump capacity and a given settling tank
temperature.
The surface temperature in the heater must not be too high in order to avoid cracking of the
fuel. The temperature control must be able to maintain the fuel temperature within ± 2°C.
Recommended fuel temperature after the heater depends on the viscosity, but it is typically
20...40°C for . The optimum operating temperature is defined by the sperarator manufacturer.
The required minimum capacity of the heater is:

where:

P = heater capacity [kW]

Q = capacity of the separator feed pump [l/h]

ΔT = temperature rise in heater [°C]

Fuels having a viscosity higher than 5 cSt at 50°C require pre-heating before the separator.
The heaters to be provided with safety valves and drain pipes to a leakage tank (so that the
possible leakage can be detected).

6.4.3.5 Separator (1S01/1S02)

Based on a separation time of 23 or 23.5 h/day, the service throughput Q [l/h] of the separator
can be estimated with the formula:

where:

P = max. continuous rating of the diesel engine(s) [kW]

b = specific fuel consumption + 15% safety margin [g/kWh]

ρ = density of the fuel [kg/m3]

t = daily separating time for self cleaning separator [h] (usually = 23 h or 23.5 h)

The flow rates recommended for the separator and the grade of fuel must not be exceeded.
The lower the flow rate the better the separation efficiency.
Sample valves must be placed before and after the separator.

6.4.3.6 Sludge tank (1T05)

The sludge tank should be located directly beneath the separators, or as close as possible
below the separators, unless it is integrated in the separator unit. The sludge pipe must be
continuously falling.

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6.4.4 Fuel feed system - LFO installations

POS. PART SUPPLIER POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

Fig 6-11 Fuel Oil System for single main engine LFO (DAAF559805B)

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POS. PART SUPPLIER POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

Fig 6-12 Fuel Oil System for multiple engines installation LFO (DAAF559806B)

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The design of the external fuel system may vary from installation to installation, but every
system shall be designed to provide the engine with fuel oil of correct flow, pressure,
temperature, viscosity and degree of purity. For the feed system, well proven components
should be used.
The external fuel feed system is to be designed according to the instructions of Wärtsilä and
is recommended to be done with common feeder and engine wise fuel (booster) unit.
In multi-engine installations, the following main principle(s) should be followed when
dimensioning the fuel system:
● Marine main and auxiliary engines are recommended to be connected to separate circuits
● In multiple engine installations it is recommended that each engine is equipped with an own
fuel circulation pump and safety filter.
Feeder Unit
The Wärtsilä feeder unit may be common per engine room and it is supplying the engines with
filtered fuel. The fuel is supplied to engine via the engine wise fuel booster unit that is ensuring
final protection of engine from fuel impurities as well as ensuring right fuel flow and pressure
independently of the plant running profile.
In the feeder unit is located the main automatic filter and by-pass filter. Through the filters go
only the engine fuel consumption.
The main mechanical components in the LFO feeder unit are:
- Safety shut-off valve at inlet from day tank
- 2 x electrical driven feed pumps
- Automatic filter
- Sludge tank + level switch and sludge pump
The electrical driven feeder pumps are preferably operated by frequency converter to maintain
constant pressure towards engine fuel units. For black start, an air driven fuel feed pump can
be mounted in parallel with the electrical driven feeder pumps and in the fuel units a non-return
valve can be added in parallel to the fuel circulation pump to allow by-passing the fuel circulation
pump in case of black start.
The mixed leak fuel is recommended to be monitored (e.g. via leak tank). It gives good indication
of the engine fuel system and injection equipment condition, so that abnormalities can be
noticed via changes of the mixed leak fuel amount.
Booster Unit
Each engine is to be equipped with its own Wärtsilä Engine Fuel Booster (EFB). The module
is providing fuel of right pressure and temperature/viscosity and flow to the engine independently
of the other engines running profiles.
The main mechanical components in the EFB are:
- Safety shut-off valve at inlet from feeder
- Flow meter measuring engine total fuel consumption in liquid mode.
- Mixing and dearation pipe
- Fuel booster pump
- Safety duplex filter with 25 µm mesh size, approx. ß40 = 75 (ISO 16889) filtration
- Clean leak tank with level switches and positive displacement pump for emptying
- 3-way valve for selection where to direct the clean leak collected in tank: back to circulation
or to plant system
- Fuel oil cooler

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The non-return valve allows, during an emergency, to start and run engine also w/o the boost
pump. Also, in black start situation, the optional air driven feeder pump can by-pass easier the
standstill booster pumps and get engine started and running. It is not allowed to operate engine
for longer periods (> 1 day) with only the safety filter (ß40 = 75, ISO 16889) in EFB in operation.

NOTICE
Engine driven LP fuel oil pump is standard. In case of external electric LP FO pump, avoid
running it for long periods of time while engine is in standstill. It is recommended to start the
pump automatically just before engine start, or alternatively add explosion relief valve / burst
disc to exhaust gas system. Moving LP FO pump from engine to external system requires
NSR and installation specific review.

NOTICE
In case of additional FO transfer pump in external system the delivery pressure shall not be
higher than max. 150 kPa (g). Additional FO transfer pump may be required, for example in
installations where the recommended height of day tank above crankshaft centerline 2 m
cannot be met, to achieve required pressure at the engine driven LP FO pump inlet.

6.4.4.1 Circulation pump, LFO (1P03)

The circulation pump maintains the pressure at the high pressure pumps and circulates the
fuel in the system. It is recommended to use a screw pump as circulation pump. A suction
strainer with a fineness of 0.5 mm should be installed before each pump. There must be a
positive static pressure of approx. 30 kPa on the suction side of the pump.
Dimensioning of the circulation pump depends on the total system design.
The circulation pump maintains the pressure at the injection pumps and circulates the fuel in
the system. It is recommended to use a screw pump as circulation pump. A suction strainer
with a fineness of 0.5 mm should be installed before each pump. There must be a positive
static pressure of approx. 30 kPa on the suction side of the pump.

Design data:

Capacity without circulation pumps please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
(1P12) Wärtsilä website
Capacity with circulation pumps (1P12) 15% more than total capacity of all 1P12 circulation pumps

Design pressure 1.6 MPa (16 bar)

Max. total pressure (safety valve) 1.2 MPa (12 bar)

Nominal pressure please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through

Wärtsilä website
Design temperature 50°C

Viscosity for dimensioning of electric 30 cSt

motor

6.4.4.2 Flow meter, LFO (1I03)

If required, a flow meter is used for monitoring of the fuel consumption. The total resistance of
the flow meter and the suction strainer must be small enough to ensure a positive static pressure
of approx. 30 kPa on the suction side of the circulation pump. There should be a by-pass line
around the consumption meter, which opens automatically in case of excessive pressure drop.

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6.4.4.3 Automatic filter (1F04)

The fuel oil pre-filter is a full flow automatic backflushing filter. It must be installed as close to
engine as possible, maximum 5m in pipe length between filter outlet and engine inlet. The
diameter of pipe between engine and pre-filter to be minimum same as filter outlet up to flexible
hose. Before the filter it is recommended to have same diameter minimum as filter inlet. The
automatic filter can be equipped with sludge filter, this way backflushed fuel can be re-used.
For full redundancy bypass filter to have same filtration degree as pre-filter. For short time (safe
to port) coarser element, 1 step coarser than prefilter can be used.

Design data:

Fuel viscosity according to fuel specifications

Design temperature 50°C

Design flow Larger than engine low pressure pump capacity/feed pump
capacity (if possibility of bad quality fuel oversizing filter recom-
mended)
Fineness ß5 = 75 (ß1 = 2), acc. to ISO 16889

Maximum permitted pressure drops at 14 cSt:

- clean filter 20 kPa (0.2 bar)

Max ß17=75 (ß6=2) bypass filter can be used.

6.4.4.4 LFO cooler (1E04)

The fuel viscosity may not drop below the minimum value stated in Engine Online Configurator
available through Wärtsilä website. When operating on LFO, the practical consequence is that
the fuel oil inlet temperature must be kept below 45°C. Very light fuel grades may require even
lower temperature.
Sustained operation on LFO usually requires a fuel oil cooler. The cooler is to be installed in
the return line after the engine(s). LT-water is normally used as cooling medium.
If LFO viscosity in day tank drops below stated minimum viscosity limit then it is recommended
to install a LFO cooler into the engine fuel supply line in order to have reliable viscosity control.

Design data:

Heat to be dissipated 15 kW per engine

Max. pressure drop, fuel oil 80 kPa (0.8 bar)

Max. pressure drop, water 60 kPa (0.6 bar)

Margin (heat rate, fouling) min. 15%

Design temperature LFO 50°C

6.4.4.5 Black out start

Diesel generators serving as the main source of electrical power must be able to resume their
operation in a black out situation by means of stored energy. Depending on system design and
classification regulations, it may in some cases be permissible to use the emergency generator.

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6.4.5 Flushing
The external piping system must be thoroughly flushed before the engines are connected and
fuel is circulated through the engines. The piping system must have provisions for installation
of a temporary flushing filter.
The fuel pipes at the engine (connections 101 and 102) are disconnected and the supply and
return lines are connected with a temporary pipe or hose on the installation side. All filter inserts
are removed, except in the flushing filter of course. The automatic filter and the viscosimeter
should be bypassed to prevent damage.
The fineness of the flushing filter should be 6 μm or finer.

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7. Lubricating Oil System

7.1 Lubricating oil requirements

7.1.1 Engine lubricating oil
The lubricating oil must be of viscosity class SAE 40 and have a viscosity index (VI) of minimum
95. The lubricating oil alkalinity (BN) is tied to the fuel grade, the required lubricating oil alkalinity
in distillate fuel / liquid bio fuel operation is tied to the fuel quality as stated in the table hereafter.
BN is an abbreviation of Base Number. The value indicates milligrams KOH per gram of oil.

Table 7-1 Fuel standards and lubricating oil requirements, gas and LFO operation

Fuel S content, [% m/
Category Fuel standard Lubricating oil BN
m]

GRADE 1-D, 2-D, 4-D

10...15
A ISO-F-DMX < 0.4
16 – 20 *)
ASTM D 975-17 DFA
ISO 8217:2017(E) GRADE 1-D, 2-D, 4-D
15...20
B ISO-F-DMX 0.4 - 1.5
(10 – 14) **)
DFA

F LIQUID BIO FUEL (LBF) ***) 10 - 15 <= 0.05

*) In case low sulphur distillate fuels are used, lubricating oils with BN 10 – 15 are preferred in
the first place.
**) Due to low lubricating oil consumption BN 10 – 14 lubricating oils will cause shortened oil
changed intervals resulting from BN depletion if operating takes place on > 0,40 % m/m sulphur
distillate fuels. On the other hand use of BN 10 – 14 lubricating oils can have a positive influence
on deposit formation on combustion chamber component surfaces and reduce the risk of
preignition.
***) See more detailed instructions concerning the LBF quality requirements and release for
the use concerning various engine types in the document V92a1414.
If the engine is equipped with either a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) or oxidation catalyst,
lubricating oil with lower BN decreases the risk of fouling and may result in longer maintenance
intervals of the catalyst.
If gas oil or LFO is continuously used as fuel, lubricating oil with a BN of 10-20 is recommended
to be used. In periodic operation with natural gas and LFO, lubricating oil with a BN of 10-15
is recommended.
Different oil brands may not be blended, unless it is approved by the oil suppliers. Blending of
different oils must also be validated by Wärtsilä, if the engine is still under warranty.
An updated list of validated lubricating oils is supplied for every installation. Please refer to
Service Bulletin WS15S475.

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7.2 External lubricating oil system

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

POS. PART SUPPLIER

Fig 7-1 Lubricating oil system, single main engine with dry sump (DAAF559807A)

POS. PART SUPPLIER

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

Fig 7-2 Lubricating oil system, wet sump for multiple engines (DAAF559808A)

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7.2.1 Separation system

7.2.1.1 Separator unit (2N01)
For engines that can operate on liquid fuels (Diesel, DF), an external lube oil by-pass treatment
device (e.g. separator, filter/coalescer type) is required to remove dirt, particles and possible
water from the engine oil. Sufficient oil temperature for starting the engine to be ensured by a
heater installed together with the lube oil by-pass treatment.
Other alternatives than LO separator, as oil by-pass treatment, is allowed if sufficient oil quality
and cleanliness can be maintained with the device. Also a common separator for several
engines can be considered. The operation and installation of the LO separator need then to
be arranged so the mixing of oil between engines is minimized and to be done so that the
separator usage rate (separator process hours vs engine running hours) can be split even
between the engines.

General Separator requirements:

● The separator should be dimensioned for continuous centrifuging
● Each lubricating oil system should have its own individual separator
● Rate of circulation of the entire volume per 24h: approx. 5 times
● Centrifuging temperature: 95 °C
Separators are usually supplied as pre-assembled units.

Typically lubricating oil separator units are equipped with:

● Feed pump with suction strainer and safety valve
● Preheater
● Separator
● Control cabinet
The lubricating oil separator unit may also be equipped with an intermediate sludge tank and
a sludge pump, which offers flexibility in placement of the separator since it is not necessary
to have a sludge tank directly beneath the separator.

Separator feed pump (2P03)

The feed pump must be selected to match the recommended throughput of the separator.
Normally the pump is supplied and matched to the separator by the separator manufacturer.
The lowest foreseen temperature in the system oil tank (after a long stop) must be taken into
account when dimensioning the electric motor.

Separator preheater (2E02)

The preheater is to be dimensioned according to the feed pump capacity and the temperature
in the system oil tank. When the engine is running, the temperature in the system oil tank
located in the ship's bottom is normally 65...75°C. To enable separation with a stopped engine
the heater capacity must be sufficient to maintain the required temperature without heat supply
from the engine.
Recommended oil temperature after the heater is 95°C.
It shall be considered that, while the engine is stopped in stand-by mode without LT water
circulation, the separator unit may be heating up the total amount of lubricating oil in the oil
tank to a value higher than the nominal one required at engine inlet, after lube oil cooler (please
refer to Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä website). Higher oil temperatures
at engine inlet than the nominal, may be creating higher component wear and in worst conditions
damages to the equipment and generate alarm signal at engine start, or even a load reduction
request to PMS.

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The surface temperature of the heater must not exceed 150°C in order to avoid cooking of the
oil.
The heaters should be provided with safety valves and drain pipes to a leakage tank (so that
possible leakage can be detected).

Separator (2S01)
The separators should preferably be of a type with controlled discharge of the bowl to minimize
the lubricating oil losses.
The service throughput Q [l/h] of the separator can be estimated with the formula:

where:

Q = volume flow [l/h]

P = engine output [kW]

n = 4 for LFO

t = operating time [h/day]: 24 for continuous separator operation, 23 for normal dimensioning

Sludge tank (2T06)

The sludge tank should be located directly beneath the separators, or as close as possible
below the separators, unless it is integrated in the separator unit. The sludge pipe must be
continuously falling.

7.2.2 System oil tank (2T01)

Recommended oil tank volume is stated in Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä
website.
The system oil tank is usually located beneath the engine foundation. The tank may not protrude
under the reduction gear or generator, and it must also be symmetrical in transverse direction
under the engine. The location must further be such that the lubricating oil is not cooled down
below normal operating temperature. Suction height is especially important with engine driven
lubricating oil pump. Losses in strainers etc. add to the geometric suction height. Maximum
suction ability of the pump is stated in Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä
website.
The pipe connection between the engine oil sump and the system oil tank must be flexible to
prevent damages due to thermal expansion. The return pipes from the engine oil sump must
end beneath the minimum oil level in the tank. Further on the return pipes must not be located
in the same corner of the tank as the suction pipe of the pump.
The suction pipe of the pump should have a trumpet shaped or conical inlet to minimise the
pressure loss. For the same reason the suction pipe shall be as short and straight as possible
and have a sufficient diameter. A pressure gauge shall be installed close to the inlet of the
lubricating oil pump. The suction pipe shall further be equipped with a non-return valve of flap
type without spring. The non-return valve is particularly important with engine driven pump and
it must be installed in such a position that self-closing is ensured.
Suction and return pipes of the separator must not be located close to each other in the tank.
The ventilation pipe from the system oil tank may not be combined with crankcase ventilation
pipes.

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It must be possible to raise the oil temperature in the tank after a long stop. In cold conditions
it can be necessary to have heating coils in the oil tank in order to ensure pumpability. The
separator heater can normally be used to raise the oil temperature once the oil is pumpable.
Further heat can be transferred to the oil from the preheated engine, provided that the oil
viscosity and thus the power consumption of the pre-lubricating oil pump does not exceed the
capacity of the electric motor.

Fig 7-3 Example of system oil tank arrangement (DAAE007020G)

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7.2.3 Suction strainers (2F01, 2F04, 2F06)

It is recommended to install a suction strainer before each pump to protect the pump from
damage. The suction strainer and the suction pipe must be amply dimensioned to minimize
pressure losses. The suction strainer should always be provided with alarm for high differential
pressure.

Design data:

Fineness 0.5...1.0 mm

7.2.4 Lubricating oil pump, stand-by (2P04)

The stand-by lubricating oil pump is normally of screw type and should be provided with an
safety valve.

Design data:

Capacity please refer to Engine Online Configurat-

or available through Wärtsilä website
Design pressure, max 0.8 MPa (8 bar)

Design temperature, max. 100°C

Lubricating oil viscosity SAE 40

Viscosity for dimensioning the electric 500 mm2/s (cSt)

motor

7.3 Crankcase ventilation system

The purpose of the crankcase ventilation is to evacuate gases from the crankcase in order to
keep the pressure in the crankcase within acceptable limits.
Each engine must have its own vent pipe into open air. The crankcase ventilation pipes may
not be combined with other ventilation pipes, e.g. vent pipes from the system oil tank.
The diameter of the pipe shall be large enough to avoid excessive back pressure. Other possible
equipment in the piping must also be designed and dimensioned to avoid excessive flow
resistance.
A condensate trap and a drain must be provided for the vent pipe near the engine.
The connection between engine and pipe is to be flexible. It is very important that the crankcase
ventilation pipe is properly fixed to a support rigid in all directions directly after the flexible hose
from crankcase ventilation outlet, extra mass on the oil mist detector must be avoided. There
should be a fixing point on both sides of the pipe at the support. Absolutely rigid mounting
between the pipe and the support is recommended. The supporting must allow thermal
expansion and ship’s structural deflections.

Design data:

Flow please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through

Wärtsilä website
Crankcase pressure, max. please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website
Temperature 80°C

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The size of the ventilation pipe (D2) out

from the condensate trap should be big-
ger than the ventilation pipe (D) coming
from the engine.
For more information about ventilation
pipe (D) size, see the external lubricating
oil system drawing.

The max. back-pressure must also be

considered when selecting the ventilation
pipe size.

Fig 7-4 Condensate trap (DAAF369903)

All Wärtsilä dual fuel engines are equipped with oil mist detector (QU700) and crankcase
pressure monitoring sensor (PT700). According to the latest classification rules, crankcase
pressure must be measured by a separate sensor and not integrated to oil mist detector. High
crankcase pressure leads to alarm. Some classification societies may also require engine
shutdown due to high crankcase pressure. If high crankcase pressure alarm is triggered during
gas operation, engine trips to diesel mode.
All breathing and ventilation pipes that may contain fuel gas must always be built sloping
upwards to avoid fuel gas accumulating inside the piping. The free end of the ventilation pipes
is to be protected by a flame arrester (usu. provided by yard) and it must be positioned so that
winds do not prevent free ventilation.
In installations without constant crankcase gas concentration monitoring, crankcase gas
concentration sampling point for manual measurement from running engine should be arranged
into the crankcase ventilation piping outside of engine. Usually this is to be built by yard.

NOTICE
Purging of the crankcase with inert gas is recommended before maintenance interventions.
Purging is not required, if engine has been running in diesel mode for at least 15 minutes
before shutting down.

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7.4 Flushing instructions

Flushing instructions in this Product Guide are for guidance only. For contracted projects, please
refer to Installation Planning Instructions (IPI) for the fineness of the flushing filter and other
project specific instructions.

7.4.1 Piping and equipment built on the engine

Flushing of the piping and equipment built on the engine is not required and flushing oil shall
not be pumped through the engine oil system (which is flushed and clean from the factory).
Cleanliness of the external system shall be verified after completed flushing and is acceptable
when the cleanliness has reached a level in accordance with ISO 4406 © 21/19/15, or NAS
1638 code 10. All pipes connected to the engine, the engine wet sump or to the external engine
wise oil tank shall be flushed. Oil used for filling shall have a cleanliness of ISO 4406 © 21/19/15,
or NAS 1638 code 10.

NOTICE
The engine must not be connected during flushing.

7.4.2 External oil system

Refer to the system diagram(s) in section External lubricating oil system for location/description
of the components mentioned below.
If the engine is equipped with a wet oil sump the external oil tanks, new oil tank (2T03),
renovating oil tank (2T04) and renovated oil tank (2T05) shall be verified to be clean before
bunkering oil. Especially pipes leading from the separator unit (2N01) directly to the engine
shall be ensured to be clean for instance by disconnecting from engine and blowing with
compressed air.
If the engine is equipped with a dry oil sump the external oil tanks, new oil tank and the system
oil tank (2T01) shall be verified to be clean before bunkering oil.
Operate the separator unit continuously during the flushing (not less than 24 hours). Leave the
separator running also after the flushing procedure, this to ensure that any remaining
contaminants are removed.
If an electric motor driven stand-by pump (2P04) is installed then piping shall be flushed running
the pump circulating engine oil through a temporary external oil filter (recommended mesh 34
microns) into the engine oil sump through a hose and a crankcase door. The pump shall be
protected by a suction strainer (2F06).
Whenever possible the separator unit shall be in operation during the flushing to remove dirt.
The separator unit is to be left running also after the flushing procedure, this to ensure that any
remaining contaminants are removed.

7.4.3 Type of flushing oil

7.4.3.1 Viscosity
In order for the flushing oil to be able to remove dirt and transport it with the flow, ideal viscosity
is 10...50 cSt. The correct viscosity can be achieved by heating engine oil to approx. 85°C or
by using a separate flushing oil which has an ideal viscosity in ambient temperature.

7.4.3.2 Flushing with engine oil

The ideal is to use engine oil for flushing. This requires a heater or that the separator unit is in
operation to heat the oil. Engine oil used for flushing can be reused as engine oil provided that
no debris or other contamination is present in the oil at the end of flushing.

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7.4.3.3 Flushing with low viscosity flushing oil

If no separator heating is available during the flushing procedure it is possible to use a low
viscosity flushing oil instead of engine oil. In such a case the low viscosity flushing oil must be
disposed of after completed flushing. Great care must be taken to drain all flushing oil from
pockets and bottom of tanks so that flushing oil remaining in the system will not compromise
the viscosity of the actual engine oil.

7.4.3.4 Lubricating oil sample

To verify the cleanliness a LO sample shall be taken by the shipyard after the flushing is
completed. The properties to be analyzed are Viscosity, BN, AN, Insolubles, Fe and Particle
Count.
Commissioning procedures shall in the meantime be continued without interruption unless the
commissioning engineer believes the oil is contaminated.

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8. Compressed Air System

Compressed air is used to start engines and to provide actuating energy for safety and control
devices. The use of starting air for other purposes is limited by the classification regulations.
To ensure the functionality of the components in the compressed air system, the compressed
air has to be free from solid particles and oil.

8.1 Instrument air quality

The quality of instrument air, from the ships instrument air system, for safety and control devices
must fulfill the following requirements.

Instrument air specification:

Design pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)

Nominal pressure 0.7 MPa (7 bar)

Dew point temperature +3°C

Max. oil content 1 mg/m3

Max. particle size 3 µm

Instrument air quality at engine connection ISO 8573-1:2010 [5:5:3]

8.2 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 consideration 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.

NOTICE
To ensure the fast and reliable start of the engine, the pressure drop during the starting
sequence from the starting air vessel to the inlet of the engine must not exceed 100–200 kPa
when the vessel pressure is in the middle of the operating range. This pressure drop have to
be remarked for sizing of the air feed pipe to the engine. Other requirements and clarifications
to meet fast and reliable start such as inertia connected to engine, please contact Wärtsilä
for further details.

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POS. PART SUPPLIER POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

Fig 8-1 Starting air system for multiple engines installation (DAAF559809C)

8.2.1 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.

8.2.2 Oil and water separator (3S01)

An oil and water separator should always be installed in the pipe between the compressor and
the air vessel. Depending on the operation conditions of the installation, an oil and water
separator may be needed in the pipe between the air vessel and the engine.

8.2.3 Starting air vessel (3T01)

The starting air vessels should be dimensioned for a nominal pressure of 3000 kPa (g).
The number and the capacity of the air vessels for propulsion engines depend on the
requirements of the classification societies and the type of installation.
It is recommended to use a minimum air pressure of 1.8 MPa, when calculating the required
volume of the vessels.
The starting air vessels are to be equipped with at least a manual valve for condensate drain.
If the air vessels are mounted horizontally, there must be an inclination of 3...5° towards the
drain valve to ensure efficient draining.

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Size Dimensions [mm] Weight

[Litres] [kg]
L1 L2 1) L3 1) D

250 1767 243 110 480 274

500 3204 243 133 480 450

710 2740 255 133 650 625

1000 3560 255 133 650 810

1250 2930 255 133 800 980

1) Dimensions are approximate.

Fig 8-2 Starting air vessel

The starting air consumption stated in Engine Online Configurator (available through Wärtsilä
website) is for a successful start. During start the main starting valve is kept open until the
engine starts, or until the max. time for the starting attempt has elapsed. A failed start can take
twice the air consumption of a successful start. If the ship has a class notation for unattended
machinery spaces, then the starts are to be demonstrated.
The required total starting air vessel volume can be calculated using the formula:

where:

VR = total starting air vessel volume [m3]

pE = normal barometric pressure (NTP condition) = 0.1 MPa

VE = air consumption per start [Nm3] please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website
n = required number of starts according to the classification society

pRmax = maximum starting air pressure = 3 MPa

pRmin = minimum starting air pressure = please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website

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NOTICE
The total vessel volume shall be divided into at least two equally sized starting air vessels.

8.2.4 Air filter, starting air inlet (3F02)

Condense formation after the water separator (between starting air compressor and starting
air vessels) create and loosen abrasive rust from the piping, fittings and receivers. Therefore
it is recommended to install a filter before the starting air inlet on the engine to prevent particles
to enter the starting air equipment.
A pressure regulating device is required before the starting air inlet on the engine in order to
provide correct pressure level to the starting air motor. The pressure drop should not exceed
20 kPa for the engine specific starting air consumption under a time span of 4 seconds.

Table 8-1 Air supply pressure before engine

Inlet connection
Pressure [kPa]
301
Nominal 1000

Max. 1030

Min. 800
Alarm 700

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9. Cooling Water System

9.1 Water quality

Raw water quality to be used in the closed cooling water circuits of engines has to meet the
following specification.

Property .................................... Unit Limits for chemical use

pH 1) .......................................... - 6,5 – 8,5

Hardness ................................... °dH max. 10

Chlorides as Cl 1) ...................... mg/l max. 80

Sulphates as SO4 .................... mg/l max. 150

Silica as SiO2 ........................... mg/l max. 100

Use of raw water produced with an evaporator as well as a good quality tap water will normally
ensure that an acceptable raw water quality requirement is fulfilled, but e.g. sea water and rain
water are unsuitable raw water qualities.
1) If a Reverse Osmosis (RO) process is used, min. limit for pH is 6,0 based on the RO process
operational principle. The use of water originating from RO process further presumes that a
max. content of 80 mg/l for chloride content is achieved.

9.1.1 Corrosion inhibitors

The use of validated cooling water additives is mandatory, failing to follow this requirement will
void any agreed engine warranty. An updated list of validated products is supplied for every
installation and it can also be found in the Instruction manual of the engine, together with dosage
and further instructions.

9.1.2 Validated cooling water additives

Manufacturer Additive name Additive type

Alm International S.A. Diaprosim RD11 (RD11M) Sodium nitrite + borate

S.A. Arteco N.V. Havoline XLI Organic Acid Technology

Drew Marine Liquidewt Sodium nitrite + borate

Maxigard Sodium nitrite + borate
Chevron (Texaco + Caltex) Delo XLI Corrosion Inhibitor Organic Acid Technology
Concentrate (supersedes Hav- Organic Acid Technology
oline
XLI)
XL Corrosion Inhibitor
Concentrate
Korves Oy Pekar J Organic Acid Technology

Kuwait Petroleum (Danmark) AS Q8 Corrosion Inhibitor Long-Life Organic Acid Technology

Marine Care B.V. Caretreat 2 Diesel Sodium nitrite + borate

Maritech AB Marisol CW Sodium nitrite + borate

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(continued)
Manufacturer Additive name Additive type

Motul HD Cool Power Ultra Organic Acid Technology

Nalco Chemical Company TRAC102 Sodium nitrite + borate

TRAC118 Sodium nitrite + borate
Nalcool 2000 Sodium nitrite + borate
Shell Shipcare Cooling Water Treat Sodium nitrite + borate

Solenis Drewgard 4109 Sodium nitrite + borate

Suez Water Technologies & CorrShield NT4293 CorrShield NT4293

Solutions CorrShield NT4200 CorrShield NT4200
Total WT Supra Organic Acid Technology

Vecom Marine Alliance B.V. Cool Treat NCLT Sodium nitrite + borate

Wilhelmsen Chemicals AS Dieselguard NB Sodium nitrite + borate

Rocor NB liquid Sodium nitrite + borate
Cooltreat AL Organic Acid Technology
Engine Water Treatment 9-108 Sodium nitrite + borate
Nalfleet 2000 Sodium nitrite + borate

In order to prevent corrosion in the cooling water system, the instructions of right dosage and
concentration of active corrosion inhibitors should always be followed. Please contact Wärtsilä
for details.

9.1.3 Glycol
If a freezing risk exists, glycol needs to be added to cooling water. However, in case there is
no freezing risk, the use of glycol in cooling water shall be avoided due to its detrimental effect
on heat transfer. Since glycol alone does not protect the engine and cooling water system
against corrosion, additionally a validated cooling water additive must always be used. All
validated cooling water additives are compatible with glycol.
Ready-to-use mixtures of commercial coolant brands containing both glycol and corrosion
inhibitors are not allowed to use. Those are typically designed to be used as strong (~ 30 –)
50% / 50 (~ 70) % mixtures. However, in Wärtsilä engines normally a much lower glycol amount
is adequate to protect the cooling water system against freezing. The outcome of decreasing
the glycol amount is that simultaneously also the concentration of corrosion inhibitors will
decrease to too low level resulting in an increased risk of corrosion.
The amount of glycol in closed cooling water system shall always be minimized since heat
transfer of water containing glycol has deteriorated significantly. The engine may therefore be
subject to additional output derating when using glycol in the cooling water, please contact
Wärtsilä for details.
Instead of ready-to-use glycol-corrosion inhibitor mixtures a pure commercially available
monopropylene glycol (MPG) or monoethyleneglycol (MEG) has to be used when a freezing
risk exists. So called industrial quality of both glycol types is allowed to use, but MPG is
considered to be a more environmentally friendly alternative.

9.1.4 Wärtsilä Water Conditioner Unit (WWCU)

As an alternative to the validated cooling water additives, Wärtsilä Water Conditioner Unit
(WWCU) can also be used to treat cooling water of engines’ closed water circuits. WWCU is
based on the Enwamatic EMM cooling water treatment system, but it includes a number of
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a need to use any chemicals. It acts as a side stream filtration and water treatment unit and
includes the following functions:
● corrosion protection
● scale control
● filtration
● control of bacterial growth and air separation
The WWCU can be a sensible alternative for the installations in which environmentally friendly
solutions are appreciated or even required by authorities.
The WWCU cannot be used if simultaneously ready-to-use mixtures of commercial coolant
brands containing both glycol and corrosion inhibitors are used in the cooling water system. If
protection against freezing is needed, the equipment can on the other hand be used together
with pure monopropylene glycol (MPG) or monoethylene glycol (MEG). The WWCU must be
installed so that the cooling water inlet temperature to the unit does not exceed 109 °C and
that the inlet pressure does not exceed 10 bar (abs.).
Due to a severe corrosion risk WWCU can´t be used in the cooling water systems containing
aluminium or aluminium alloys as a construction material. The reason for the above mentioned
ban is that in the cooling water systems equipped with the WWCU pH of cooling water can be
above 9 and at that pH range corrosion rate of aluminium / aluminium alloys starts to increase
significantly.
One WWCU unit has to be installed to each separate cooling water circuit and the right type
must be chosen according to the water volume of each cooling water system.
The WWCU must be backflushed regularly in order to remove deposits from the bottom of the
unit. In case of new installation even daily backflushing is needed, but the backflush interval
can be extended when a stable situation in the cooling water system is achieved.
A typical backflush interval in a stabilized cooling water system is estimated to be from one
week to one month depending on water quality and added make-up water amount. Further, it
is important to follow continuously functioning of the WWCU. Frequent operation of an engine
will intensify the circulation rate of cooling water through the WWCU.
If WWCU is installed to the engines having already been in service and in which chemical
cooling water treatment has been used, the cooling water system has to be drained and possible
deposits (grease, rust, other impurities) need to be removed from the system prior to the start
of using WWCU. If flushing of the cooling water system does not result in an adequate
cleanliness, additionally a chemical cleaning has to be done. Major cooling water additive
suppliers are able to offer suitable cleaning chemicals.
If an engine will not be in service for longer periods, water circulation in the closed cooling
water circuit will be slow and a special attention has to be paid to that corrosion of the system
will not occur.
The list of the WWCU types along with the specified cooling water system volumes are included
in the table below.

WWCU type Specified water system volume (m³)

WWCU F1 0-7

WWCU F2 0 - 20

WWCU F3 0 - 40

The use of pipes having galvanized inner surfaces is not allowed in the cooling water system.
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9.2 External cooling water system

It is recommended to divide the engines into several circuits in multi-engine installations. One
reason is of course redundancy, but it is also easier to tune the individual flows in a smaller
system. Malfunction due to entrained gases, or loss of cooling water in case of large leaks can
also be limited. In some installations it can be desirable to separate the HT circuit from the LT
circuit with a heat exchanger.
The external system shall be designed so that flows, pressures and temperatures are close to
the nominal values in Technical data (please refer to technical data, which could be found by
accessing Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä's website) and the cooling
water is properly de-aerated. With good external cooling water system design, kinetic energy
losses and pressure drops are minimized and therefore efficient and proper engine cooling are
achieved.
Pipes with galvanized inner surfaces are not allowed in the fresh water cooling system. Some
cooling water additives react with zinc, forming harmful sludge. Zinc also becomes nobler than
iron at elevated temperatures, which causes severe corrosion of engine components.

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

POS. PART SUPPLIER

Fig 9-1 Cooling Water System for single main engine with combined LT/HT
(DAAF559810A)

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POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

POS. PART SUPPLIER

Fig 9-2 Cooling Water System for multiple engines installation with combined LT/HT
(DAAF559811A)

POS. PIPE CONNECTIONS SIZE

POS. PART SUPPLIER

Fig 9-3 Cooling Water System with separate LT/HT (DAAF559812A)

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9.2.1 Cooling water system for arctic conditions

At low engine loads the combustion air can be below zero degrees Celsius after the compressor
stage, it cools down the cooling water and the engine instead of releasing heat to the cooling
water in the charge air cooler. If the combustion air temperature reaching the cylinders is too
cold, it can cause uneven burning of the fuel in the cylinder and possible misfires. Additionally
overcooling the engine jacket can cause cold corrosion of the cylinder liners or even a stuck
piston.
Thus maintaining nominal charge air receiver and HT-water inlet temperature are important
factors, when designing the cooling water system for arctic conditions. Proper receiver
temperatures must be ensured at all ambient temperatures. If needed, LT circuit heaters can
be used.

9.2.1.1 The arctic sea water cooling system

In arctic conditions, the hot sea water from the central cooler outlet is typically returned back
to the sea chest in order to prevent ice slush from blocking the sea water filters. An example
flow diagram of the arctic sea water system is shown below.

Fig 9-4 Example flow diagram of arctic sea water system

Ships (with ice class) designed for cold sea-water should have provisions for recirculation back
to the sea chest from the central cooler:
● For melting of ice and slush, to avoid clogging of the sea water strainer
● To enhance the temperature control of the LT water, by increasing the seawater temperature

9.2.2 Stand-by circulation pumps (4P03, 4P05)

Stand-by pumps should be of centrifugal type and electrically driven. Required capacities and
delivery pressures can be found in Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä
website .

NOTICE
Stand-by pumps may be considered as backup rather than actual spare pumps.

9.2.3 Sea water pump (4P11)

The sea water pumps are always separate from the engine and electrically driven.

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The capacity of the pumps is determined by the type of coolers and the amount of heat to be
dissipated.
Significant energy savings can be achieved in most installations with frequency control of the
sea water pumps. Minimum flow velocity (fouling) and maximum sea water temperature (salt
deposits) are however issues to consider.

9.2.4 Temperature control valve for central cooler (4V08)

When external equipment (e.g. a reduction gear, generator or LFO cooler) are installed in the
same cooling water circuit, there must be a common LT temperature control valve and separate
pump 4P15 in the external system. The common LT temperature control valve is installed after
the central cooler and controls the temperature of the water before the engine and the external
equipment, by partly bypassing the central cooler. The valve can be either direct acting or
electrically actuated. The maximum inlet water temperature for those equipment is generally
38 ºC. The set-point of the temperature control valve 4V08 can be up to 45 ºC for the engine.

9.2.5 Charge air temperature control valve (4V09)

The temperature of the charge air is maintained on desired level with an electrically actuated
temperature control valve in the external LT circuit at the LT-water outlet of the engine. The
control valve regulates the water temperature through the charge air cooler according to the
measured temperature in the charge air receiver, based on the ambient humidity and charge
air pressure when active dewpoint control is required. Please see also Condensation in charge
air coolers.
The charge air temperature is controlled according to engine load and fuel mode.

9.2.6 Temperature control valve for heat recovery (4V02)

The temperature control valve after the heat recovery controls the maximum temperature of
the water that is mixed with HT water from the engine outlet before the HT pump. The control
valve can be either self-actuated or electrically actuated.
Especially in installations with dynamic positioning (DP) feature, installation of valve 4V02 is
strongly recommended in order to avoid HT temperature fluctuations during low load operation.
The set-point is usually up to 75 ºC.

9.2.7 Coolers for other equipment and LFO coolers

The engine driven LT circulating pump can supply cooling water to one or two small coolers
installed in parallel to the engine, for example a LFO cooler or a reduction gear cooler. This is
only possible for engines operating on LFO, because the LT temperature control valve cannot
be built on the engine to control the temperature after the engine. Separate circulating pumps
are required for larger flows.
Design guidelines for the LFO cooler are given in chapter Fuel system.

9.2.8 Fresh water central cooler (4E08)

The flow to the fresh water cooler must be calculated case by case based on how the circuit
is designed.
In case the fresh water central cooler is used for combined LT and HT water flows in a parallel
system the total flow can be calculated with the following formula:

where:

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(continued)
q = total fresh water flow [m³/h]

qLT = nominal LT pump capacity[m³/h]

Φ = heat dissipated to HT water [kW]

Tout = HT water temperature after engine ( 91°C)

Tin = HT water temperature after cooler (38°C)

Design data:

Fresh water flow please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website
Heat to be dissipated please refer to Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website
Pressure drop on fresh water side max. 60 kPa (0.6 bar)

Sea-water flow acc. to cooler manufacturer, normally 1.2 - 1.5 x the fresh
water flow
Pressure drop on sea-water side, norm. acc. to pump head, normally 80 - 140 kPa (0.8 - 1.4 bar)

Fresh water temperature after LT cooler max. 38 °C

Fresh water temperature after HT cooler max. 85 °C

Margin (heat rate, fouling) 15%

As an alternative to central coolers of plate or tube type, a box cooler can be installed. The
principle of box cooling is very simple. Cooling water is forced through a U-tube-bundle, which
is placed in a sea-chest having inlet- and outlet-grids. Cooling effect is reached by natural
circulation of the surrounding water. The outboard water is warmed up and rises by its lower
density, thus causing a natural upward circulation flow which removes the heat.
Box cooling has the advantage that no raw water system is needed, and box coolers are less
sensitive for fouling and therefor well suited for shallow or muddy waters.

9.2.9 Waste heat recovery

The waste heat in the HT cooling water can be used for hot water consumers, absorption
chillers, potable water production, AC system heating, stand-by engines preheating and
generating electricity through e.g., an ORC (Organic Rankine Cycle). The system should in
such case be provided with a temperature control valve to avoid unnecessary cooling, as shown
in the example diagrams. With this arrangement the HT water flow through the heat recovery
can be increased.
The heat available from HT cooling water is affected by ambient conditions. It should also be
taken into account that the recoverable heat is reduced by circulation to the expansion tank,
radiation from piping and leakages in temperature control valves.
To maximize heat recovery and functionality, it is recommended for all valves installed on the
LT and HT line, to have max 0.5% volumetric leakage. For electrical actuated valves, full stroke
speed must be max. 65 seconds and dead band max. 1%.

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9.2.10 Air venting

Air may be entrained in the system after an overhaul, or a leak may continuously add air or
gas into the system. The engine is equipped with vent pipes to evacuate air from the cooling
water circuits. The vent pipes should be drawn separately to the expansion tank from each
connection on the engine.
Venting pipes to the expansion tank are to be installed at all high points in the piping system,
where air or gas can accumulate.
The vent pipes must be continuously rising.

9.2.11 Expansion tank (4T05)

The expansion tank compensates for thermal expansion of the coolant, serves for venting of
the circuits and provides a sufficient static pressure for the circulating pumps.

Design data:

Volume min. 10% of the total system volume

NOTICE
The maximum pressure at the engine must not be exceeded in case an electrically driven
pump is installed significantly higher than the engine.

Concerning the water volume in the engine, please refer to Engine Online Configurator available
through Wärtsilä website.
The expansion tank should be equipped with an inspection hatch, a level gauge, a low level
alarm and necessary means for dosing of cooling water additives.
The vent pipes should enter the tank below the water level. The vent pipes must be drawn
separately to the tank (see air venting) and the pipes should be provided with labels at the
expansion tank.
Small amounts of fuel gas may enter the DF-engine cooling water system. The gas (just like
air) is separated in the cooling water system and will finally be released in the cooling water
expansion tank. Therefore, the cooling water expansion tank has to be of closed-top type, to
prevent release of gas into open air.
For proper deaeration the expansion vessel low level anyhow to be clearly the cooling water
systems highest point. Static connection from vessel to pipe before engine pump inlet
recommended DN50 size.
The DF-engine cooling water expansion tank breathing has to be treated similarly to the gas
pipe ventilation. Openings into open air from the cooling water expansion tank other than the
breather pipe have to be normally either closed or of type that does not allow fuel gas to exit
the tank (e.g. overflow pipe arrangement with water lock). The cooling water expansion tank
breathing pipes of engines located in same engine room can be combined.
The structure and arrangement of cooling water expansion tank may need to be approved by
Classification Society project-specifically.
The balance pipe down from the expansion tank must be dimensioned for a flow velocity not
exceeding 1.0...1.5 m/s in order to ensure the required pressure at the pump inlet with engines
running. The flow through the pipe depends on the number of vent pipes to the tank and the
size of the orifices in the vent pipes. The table below can be used for guidance.

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9.2.12 Drain tank (4T04)

It is recommended to collect the cooling water with additives in a drain tank, when the system
has to be drained for maintenance work. A pump should be provided so that the cooling water
can be pumped back into the system and reused.
Concerning the water volume in the engine, please refer to Engine Online Configurator available
through Wärtsilä website. The water volume in the LT circuit of the engine is small.

9.2.13 HT preheating
The cooling water circulating through the cylinders must be preheated to at least 50 ºC,
preferably 70 ºC.
The energy required for preheating of the HT cooling water can be supplied by a separate
source or by a running engine, often a combination of both. In all cases a separate circulating
pump must be used. It is common to use the heat from running auxiliary engines for preheating
of main engines. In installations with several main engines the capacity of the separate heat
source can be dimensioned for preheating of two engines, provided that this is acceptable for
the operation of the ship. If the cooling water circuits are separated from each other, the energy
is transferred over a heat exchanger.

9.2.13.1 HT heater (4E05)

The energy source of the heater can be electric power, steam or thermal oil.
It is recommended to heat the HT water to a temperature near the normal operating temperature.
The heating power determines the required time to heat up the engine from cold condition.
The minimum required heating power is 5 kW/cyl, which makes it possible to warm up the
engine from 20 ºC to 60...70 ºC in 10-15 hours. The required heating power for shorter heating
time can be estimated with the formula below. Approx. 2 kW/cyl is required to keep a hot engine
warm.

Design data:
Preheating temperature min. 50°C for starts at LFO or gas;
Required heating power 3 kW/cyl

Heating power to keep hot engine warm 2 kW/cyl

Required heating power to heat up the engine, see formula below:

where:
P = Preheater output [kW]
T1 = Preheating temperature = 60...70 °C

T0 = Ambient temperature [°C]

meng = Engine weight [tonne]

VLO = Lubricating oil volume [m3] (wet sump engines only)

VFW = HT water volume [m3]

t = Preheating time [h]

keng = Engine specific coefficient = 1 kW

ncyl = Number of cylinders

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9.2.13.2 Circulation pump for HT preheater (4P04)

Design data:
Delivery pressure 80...100 kPa (0.8...1.0 bar)

9.2.13.3 Preheating unit (4N01)

A complete preheating unit can be supplied. The unit comprises:
● Electric or steam heaters
● Circulating pump
● Control cabinet for heaters and pump
● Set of thermometers
● Non-return valve
● Safety valve

Fig 9-5 Preheating unit, electric (V60L0562C)

Heater capacity Pump capacity Weight Pipe conn. Dimensions [mm]

[kW] [m³/h] [kg]

50 Hz 60 HZ In/outlet A B C D E

18 11 13 95 DN40 1250 900 660 240 460

22.5 11 13 100 DN40 1050 720 700 290 480

27 12 13 103 DN40 1250 900 700 290 480

30 12 13 105 DN40 1050 720 700 290 480

36 12 13 125 DN40 1250 900 700 290 480

45 12 13 145 DN40 1250 720 755 350 510

54 12 13 150 DN40 1250 900 755 350 510

72 12 13 187 DN40 1260 900 805 400 550

81 12 13 190 DN40 1260 900 805 400 550

108 12 13 215 DN40 1260 900 855 450 575

9.2.14 LT preheater (4E23)

For DF engines, especially if to start on gas (+pilot), due to the lower compression ratio and
the small amount of pilot, a warm intake air to cylinders is needed to ignite the fuel well. It is

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therefore highly recommended to have a LT-preheater to ensure warm water in the CAC from
intake air <+5 °C. Also other arrangements that allow warm water circulating to CAC are allowed
as an alternative to a second preheater.

9.2.15 Throttles
Throttles (orifices) are to be installed in all by-pass lines to ensure balanced operating conditions
for temperature control valves. Throttles must also be installed wherever it is necessary to
balance the waterflow between alternate flow paths.

9.2.16 Thermometers and pressure gauges

Local thermometers should be installed wherever there is a temperature change, i.e. before
and after heat exchangers etc. in external system.
Local pressure gauges should be installed on the suction and discharge side of each pump.

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10. Combustion Air System

10.1 Engine room ventilation

To maintain acceptable operating conditions for the engines and to ensure trouble free operation
of all equipment, attention shall be paid to the engine room ventilation and the supply of
combustion air.
The air intakes to the engine room must be located and designed so that water spray, rain
water, dust and exhaust gases cannot enter the ventilation ducts and the engine room. For the
minimum requirements concerning the engine room ventilation and more details, see the Dual
Fuel Safety Concept and applicable standards.
The amount of air required for ventilation is calculated from the total heat emission Φ to evacuate.
To determine Φ, all heat sources shall be considered, e.g.:
● Main and auxiliary diesel engines
● Exhaust gas piping
● Generators
● Electric appliances and lighting
● Boilers
● Steam and condensate piping
● Tanks
It is recommended to consider an outside air temperature of no less than 35°C and a temperature
rise of 11°C for the ventilation air.
The amount of air required for ventilation (note also that the earlier mentioned demand on 30
air exchanges/hour has to be fulfilled) is then calculated using the formula:

where:

qv = air flow [m³/s]

Φ = total heat emission to be evacuated [kW]
ρ = air density 1.13 kg/m³
c = specific heat capacity of the ventilation air 1.01 kJ/kgK
ΔT = temperature rise in the engine room [°C]
The heat emitted by the engine is listed in Engine Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä
website.
The engine room ventilation air has to be provided by separate ventilation fans. These fans
should preferably have two-speed electric motors (or variable speed). The ventilation can then
be reduced according to outside air temperature and heat generation in the engine room, for
example during overhaul of the main engine when it is not preheated (and therefore not heating
the room).
The ventilation air is to be equally distributed in the engine room considering air flows from
points of delivery towards the exits. This is usually done so that the funnel serves as exit for
most of the air. To avoid stagnant air, extractors can be used.

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It is good practice to provide areas with significant heat sources, such as separator rooms with
their own air supply and extractors.
Under-cooling of the engine room should be avoided during all conditions (service conditions,
slow steaming and in port). Cold draft in the engine room should also be avoided, especially
in areas of frequent maintenance activities. For very cold conditions a pre-heater in the system
should be considered. Suitable media could be thermal oil or water/glycol to avoid the risk for
freezing. If steam is specified as heating medium for the ship, the pre-heater should be in a
secondary circuit.

Fig 10-1 Engine room ventilation, turbocharger with air filter (DAAF391752A)

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Fig 10-2 Engine room ventilation, air duct connected to the turbocharger
(DAAF391711B)

10.2 Combustion air system design

Usually, the combustion air is taken from the engine room through a filter on the turbocharger.
This reduces the risk for too low temperatures and contamination of the combustion air. It is
important that the combustion air is free from sea water, dust, fumes, etc.
For the required amount of combustion air, please refer to Engine Online Configurator available
through Wärtsilä website.
The combustion air shall be supplied by separate combustion air fans, with a capacity slightly
higher than the maximum air consumption. The combustion air mass flow stated in Engine
Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä website is defined for an ambient air temperature
of 25°C. Calculate with an air density corresponding to 30°C or more when translating the mass
flow into volume flow. The expression below can be used to calculate the volume flow.

where:

qc = combustion air volume flow [m³/s]

m' = combustion air mass flow [kg/s]

ρ = air density 1.15 kg/m³

The fans should preferably have two-speed electric motors (or variable speed) for enhanced
flexibility. In addition to manual control, the fan speed can be controlled by engine load.
In multi-engine installations each main engine should preferably have its own combustion air
fan. Thus the air flow can be adapted to the number of engines in operation.

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The combustion air should be delivered through a dedicated duct close to the turbocharger,
directed towards the turbocharger air intake. The outlet of the duct should be equipped with a
flap for controlling the direction and amount of air. Also other combustion air consumers, for
example other engines, gas turbines and boilers shall be served by dedicated combustion air
ducts.
If necessary, the combustion air duct can be connected directly to the turbocharger with a
flexible connection piece. With this arrangement an external filter must be installed in the duct
to protect the turbocharger and prevent fouling of the charge air cooler. The permissible total
pressure drop in the duct is max. 2 kPa. The duct should be provided with a step-less
change-over flap to take the air from the engine room or from outside depending on engine
load and air temperature.
For very cold conditions arctic setup is to be used. The combustion air fan is stopped during
start of the engine and the necessary combustion air is drawn from the engine room. After start
either the ventilation air supply, or the combustion air supply, or both in combination must be
able to maintain the minimum required combustion air temperature. The air supply from the
combustion air fan is to be directed away from the engine, when the intake air is cold, so that
the air is allowed to heat up in the engine room.

10.2.1 Charge air shut-off valve (optional)

In installations where it is possible that the combustion air includes combustible gas or vapour
the engines can be equipped with charge air shut-off valve. This is regulated mandatory where
ingestion of flammable gas or fume is possible.

10.2.2 Condensation in charge air coolers

Air humidity may condense in the charge air cooler, for this reason the engine is equipped with
a small drain pipe from the charge air cooler and receiver for draining of possible condensed
water.
Especially in tropical conditions the amount of condensed water may increase significantly. To
minimize condensation in the charge air coolers and the charge air receiver in such conditions
the engine can be equipped with an active dewpoint control by raising the LT-cooling water
temperature based on ambient humidity and charge air pressure. These installations require
active LT water temperature control. The humidity sensor is also mounted in external system.

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11. Exhaust Gas System

● Minimum bending radius of exhaust pipe 1.5 x D

Table 11-1 Turbocharger connection sizes (dimensions for bellow installation)

Engine 6–8L 9L

A 320 mm 355 mm

B 395 mm 445 mm

C 440 mm 490 mm

Fig 11-1 Turbocharger connection sizes

NOTICE
The angle of the exhaust gas outlet connection from the turbocharger is always 45°. For
exhaust gas outlet direction 0° or 90° a corresponding bend is needed after the bellow.

Table 11-2 Minimum external exhaust gas pipe diameter after TC

Engine 6–8L 9L
Common
(single pipe) 400–450 500
[mm]

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NOTICE
Exhaust outlet location (TC location) is defined as following:
For gensets
● in generator end
● opposite to generator
For propulsion engines
● in propeller shaft end
● opposite to propeller shaft

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11.1 External exhaust gas system

Each engine should have its own exhaust pipe into open air. Backpressure, thermal expansion
and supporting are some of the decisive design factors.
Flexible bellows must be installed directly on the turbocharger outlet, to compensate for thermal
expansion and prevent damages to the turbocharger due to vibrations.

1 Engine

2 Exhaust gas bellows

3 Transitions piece

4 Exhaust gas ventilation unit *

5 Connection for measurement of back pressure

6 Drain with water trap, continuosuly open

7 Bilge

8 Rupture disc *

9 Selective Catalytic Reactor (SCR)

10 Urea injection unit (SCR)

Fig 11-2 External exhaust gas sys- 11a Silencer with spark arrestor
tem (DAAF391527) 11b CSS silencer element

NOTICE
* Only applicable for DF installations.

11.1.1 System design - safety aspects

Natural gas may enter the exhaust system if a malfunction occurs during gas operation. The
gas may accumulate in the exhaust piping and it could be ignited in case a source of ignition
(such as a spark) appears in the system. The external exhaust system must therefore be
designed so that the pressure build-up in case of an explosion does not exceed the maximum
permissible pressure for any of the components in the system. Other components in the system
might have a lower maximum pressure limit. The consequences of a possible gas explosion
can be minimized with proper design of the exhaust system; the engine will not be damaged
and the explosion gases will be safely directed through predefined routes. The following
guidelines should be observed, when designing the external exhaust system:
● The piping and all other components in the exhaust system should have a constant upward
slope to prevent gas from accumulating in the system. If horizontal pipe sections cannot be
completely avoided, their length should be kept to a minimum. The length of a single
horizontal pipe section should not exceed five times the diameter of the pipe. Silencers and
exhaust boilers etc. must be designed so that gas cannot accumulate inside.
● The exhaust system must be equipped with explosion relief devices, such as rupture discs,
in order to ensure safe discharge of explosion pressure. The outlets from explosion relief
devices must be in locations where the pressure can be safely released.
In addition the control and automation systems include the following safety functions:

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● Before start the engine is automatically ventilated, i.e. rotated without injecting any fuel.
● During the start sequence, before activating the gas admission to the engine, an automatic
combustion check is performed to ensure that the pilot fuel injection system is working
correctly.
● The combustion process in all cylinders is continuously monitored. If a disturbance is isolated
to a single cylinder, the engine will switch to diesel mode for that specific cylinder only, in
accordance with the operating principles previously described. However, if the recovery
attempts for the cylinder that switched to diesel operation are unsuccessful, or if the
disturbance affects multiple cylinders, the engine will automatically trip to diesel mode
operation.
● The exhaust gas system is ventilated by a fan after the engine has stopped, if the engine
was operating in gas mode prior to the stop.

11.1.2 Exhaust gas ventilation unit (5N01)

An exhaust gas ventilation system is required to purge the exhaust piping after the engine has
been stopped in gas mode. The exhaust gas ventilation system is a class requirement. The
ventilation unit is to consist of a centrifugal fan, a flow switch and a butterfly valve with position
feedback. The butterfly valve has to be of gas-tight design and able to withstand the maximum
temperature of the exhaust system at the location of installation.
The fan can be located inside or outside the engine room as close to the turbocharger as
possible. The exhaust gas ventilation sequence is automatically controlled by the GVU.

Fig 11-3 Exhaust gas ventilation arrangement (DAAF315146A)

11.1.3 Relief devices - rupture discs

Explosion relief devices such as rupture discs are to be installed in the exhaust system. Outlets
are to discharge to a safe place remote from any source of ignition. The number and location
of explosion relief devices shall be such that the pressure rise caused by a possible explosion
cannot cause any damage to the structure of the exhaust system.

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This has to be verified with calculation or simulation. Explosion relief devices that are located
indoors must have ducted outlets from the machinery space to a location where the pressure
can be safely released. The ducts shall be at least the same size as the rupture disc. The ducts
shall be as straight as possible to minimize the back-pressure in case of an explosion.
For under-deck installation the rupture disc outlets may discharge into the exhaust casing,
provided that the location of the outlets and the volume of the casing are suitable for handling
the explosion pressure pulse safely. The outlets shall be positioned so that personnel are not
present during normal operation, and the proximity of the outlet should be clearly marked as
a hazardous area.

11.1.4 Piping
The piping should be as short and straight as possible. Pipe bends and expansions should be
smooth to minimise the backpressure. The diameter of the exhaust pipe should be increased
directly after the bellows on the turbocharger. Pipe bends should be made with the largest
possible bending radius; the bending radius should not be smaller than 1.5 x D.
The recommended flow velocity in the pipe is maximum 35…40 m/s at full output. If there are
many resistance factors in the piping, or the pipe is very long, then the flow velocity needs to
be lower. The exhaust gas mass flow given in Engine Online Configurator available through
Wärtsilä website can be translated to velocity using the formula:

where:

v = gas velocity [m/s]

m' = exhaust gas mass flow [kg/s]

T = exhaust gas temperature [°C]

D = exhaust gas pipe diameter [m]

The exhaust pipe must be insulated with insulation material approved for concerned operation
conditions, minimum thickness 30 mm considering the shape of engine mounted insulation.
Insulation has to be continuous and protected by a covering plate or similar to keep the insulation
intact.
Closest to the turbocharger the insulation should consist of a hook on padding to facilitate
maintenance. It is especially important to prevent the airstream to the turbocharger from
detaching insulation, which will clog the filters.
After the insulation work has been finished, it has to be verified that it fulfils SOLAS-regulations.
Surface temperatures must be below 220°C on whole engine operating range.

11.1.5 Supporting
It is very important that the exhaust pipe is properly fixed to a support that is rigid in all directions
directly after the bellows on the turbocharger. There should be a fixing point on both sides of
the pipe at the support. The bellows on the turbocharger may not be used to absorb thermal
expansion from the exhaust pipe. The first fixing point must direct the thermal expansion away
from the engine. The following support must prevent the pipe from pivoting around the first
fixing point.
Absolutely rigid mounting between the pipe and the support is recommended at the first fixing
point after the turbocharger. Resilient mounts can be accepted for resiliently mounted engines

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with “double” variant bellows (bellow capable of handling the additional movement), provided
that the mounts are self-captive; maximum deflection at total failure being less than 2 mm radial
and 4 mm axial with regards to the bellows. The natural frequencies of the mounting should
be on a safe distance from the running speed, the firing frequency of the engine and the blade
passing frequency of the propeller. The resilient mounts can be rubber mounts of conical type,
or high damping stainless steel wire pads. Adequate thermal insulation must be provided to
protect rubber mounts from high temperatures. When using resilient mounting, the alignment
of the exhaust bellows must be checked on a regular basis and corrected when necessary.
After the first fixing point resilient mounts are recommended. The mounting supports should
be positioned at stiffened locations within the ship’s structure, e.g. deck levels, frame webs or
specially constructed supports.
The supporting must allow thermal expansion and ship’s structural deflections.

11.1.6 Back pressure

The maximum permissible exhaust gas back pressure is stated in Engine Online Configurator
available through Wärtsilä website. The back pressure in the system must be calculated by the
shipyard based on the actual piping design and the resistance of the components in the exhaust
system. The exhaust gas mass flow and temperature given in Engine Online Configurator
available through Wärtsilä website may be used for the calculation.
Each exhaust pipe should be provided with a connection for measurement of the back pressure.
The back pressure must be measured by the shipyard during the sea trial.

11.1.7 Exhaust gas bellows (5H01, 5H03)

Bellows must be used in the exhaust gas piping where thermal expansion or ship’s structural
deflections have to be segregated. The flexible bellows mounted directly on the turbocharger
outlet serves to minimise the external forces on the turbocharger and thus prevent excessive
vibrations and possible damage. All exhaust gas bellows must be of an approved type.

11.1.8 SCR-unit (11N14)

The SCR-unit requires special arrangement on the engine in order to keep the exhaust gas
temperature and backpressure into SCR-unit working range. The exhaust gas piping must be
straight at least 3...5 meters in front of the SCR unit. If both an exhaust gas boiler and a SCR
unit will be installed, then the exhaust gas boiler shall be installed after the SCR. Arrangements
must be made to ensure that water cannot spill down into the SCR, when the exhaust boiler is
cleaned with water.
In dual fuel engines the SCR system is not required, as IMO Tier 3 is met in gas mode.
More information about the SCR-unit can be found in the Wärtsilä Environmental Product Guide.

NOTICE
SCR operation restrictions in low load and idling are to be observed i.e. exhaust gas
temperature must be maintained within a temperature window (between minimum and
maximum temperature threshold) and that the minimum load and its operating duration need
to be checked and agreed with Wärtsilä.

11.1.9 Exhaust gas boiler

If exhaust gas boilers are installed, each engine should have a separate exhaust gas boiler.
Alternatively, a common boiler with separate gas sections for each engine is acceptable.
For dimensioning the boiler, the exhaust gas quantities and temperatures given in Engine
Online Configurator available through Wärtsilä website.

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11.1.10 Exhaust gas silencers

The exhaust gas silencing can be accomplished either by the patented Compact Silencer
System (CSS) technology or by the conventional exhaust gas silencer.

11.1.10.1 Exhaust noise

The unattenuated exhaust noise is typically measured in the exhaust duct. The in-duct
measurement is transformed into free field sound power through a number of correction factors.
The spectrum of the required attenuation in the exhaust system is achieved when the free field
sound power (A) is transferred into sound pressure (B) at a certain point and compared with
the allowable sound pressure level (C).

Fig 11-4 Exhaust noise, source power corrections

The conventional silencer is able to reduce the sound level in a certain area of the frequency
spectrum. CSS is designed to cover the whole frequency spectrum.

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11.1.10.2 Silencer system comparison

With a conventional silencer system, the design of the noise reduction system usually starts
from the engine. With the CSS, the design is reversed, meaning that the noise level acceptability
at a certain distance from the ship's exhaust gas pipe outlet, is used to dimension the noise
reduction system.

Fig 11-5 Silencer system comparison

11.1.10.3 Compact silencer system (5N02)

The CSS system is optimized for each installation as a complete exhaust gas system. The
optimization is made according to the engine characteristics, to the sound level requirements
and to other equipment installed in the exhaust gas system, like SCR, exhaust gas boiler or
scrubbers.
The CSS system is built up of three different CSS elements; resistive, reactive and composite
elements. The combination-, amount- and length of the elements are always installation specific.
The diameter of the CSS element is 1.4 times the exhaust gas pipe diameter.
The noise attenuation is valid up to a exhaust gas flow velocity of max 40 m/s. The pressure
drop of a CSS element is lower compared to a conventional exhaust gas silencer (5R02).

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11.1.10.4 Conventional exhaust gas silencer (5R02)

Yard/designer should take into account that unfavourable layout of the exhaust system (length
of straight parts in the exhaust system) might cause amplification of the exhaust noise between
engine outlet and the silencer. Hence the attenuation of the silencer does not give any absolute
guarantee for the noise level after the silencer.
When included in the scope of supply, the standard silencer is of the absorption type, equipped
with a spark arrester. It is also provided with a soot collector and a condense drain, but it comes
without mounting brackets and insulation. The silencer can be mounted either horizontally or
vertically.
The noise attenuation of the standard silencer is either 25 or 35 dB(A). This attenuation is valid
up to a flow velocity of max. 40 m/s.

Fig 11-6 Exhaust gas silencer

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12. Turbocharger Cleaning

Regular water cleaning of the compressor reduces the formation of deposits and extends the
time between overhauls. Fresh water is injected into the turbocharger during operation. Additives,
solvents or salt water must not be used and the cleaning instructions, as outlined in the Engine
Operation & Maintenance Manual, must be carefully followed.
Wash both the LP and the HP compressor on the same occasion. Wash the LP compressor
first, and then the HP compressor.

12.1 Compressor cleaning

The compressor is washed by injecting water at high engine load and high compressor speed
(turbine cleaning is not performed).

NOTICE
Do not use salt water. Use only clean water without additives.

NOTICE
If the engine stops during washing, interrupt the wash sequence. Before you restart the engine,
make sure that water has not entered the cylinders.

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13. Exhaust Emissions

Exhaust emissions from the dual fuel engine mainly consist of nitrogen, carbon dioxide (CO2)
and water vapour with smaller quantities of carbon monoxide (CO), sulphur oxides (SOx) and
nitrogen oxides (NOx), partially reacted and non-combusted hydrocarbons and particulates.

13.1 Dual fuel engine exhaust components

Due to the high efficiency and the clean fuel used in a dual fuel engine in gas mode, the exhaust
gas emissions when running on gas are extremely low. In a dual fuel engine, the air-fuel ratio
is very high, and uniform throughout the cylinders. Maximum temperatures and subsequent
NOx formation are therefore low, since the same specific heat quantity released to combustion
is used to heat up a large mass of air. Benefitting from this unique feature of the lean-burn
principle, the NOx emissions from the Wärtsilä DF engine is very low, complying with most
existing legislation. In gas mode most stringent emissions of IMO and SECA are met, while in
diesel mode the dual fuel engine is a normal diesel engine.
To reach low emissions in gas operation, it is essential that the amount of injected diesel fuel
is very small. Thus the emissions of SOx from the dual fuel engine are negligable. When the
engine is in diesel operating mode, the emissions are in the same range as for any ordinary
diesel engine, and the engine will be delivered with an EIAPP certificate to show compliance
with the MARPOL Annex VI.

13.2 Marine exhaust emissions legislation

13.2.1 International Maritime Organization (IMO)
The increasing concern over the air pollution has resulted in the introduction of exhaust emission
controls to the marine industry. To avoid the growth of uncoordinated regulations, the IMO
(International Maritime Organization) has developed the Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78, which
represents the first set of regulations on the marine exhaust emissions.
The IMO Tier 3 NOx emission standard has entered into force from year 2016. It applies for
new marine diesel engines that:
● Are > 130 kW
● Installed in ships which keel laying date is 1.1.2016 or later
● Operating inside the North American ECA and the US Caribbean Sea ECA
From 1.1.2021 onwards Baltic sea and North sea will be included in to IMO Tier 3 NOx
requirements.

13.2.2 Other Legislations

There are also other local legislations in force in particular regions.

13.3 Methods to reduce exhaust emissions

All standard Wärtsilä engines meet the NOx emission level set by the IMO (International Maritime
Organisation) and most of the local emission levels without any modifications. Wärtsilä has
also developed solutions to significantly reduce NOx emissions when this is required.
Diesel engine exhaust emissions can be reduced either with primary or secondary methods.
The primary methods limit the formation of specific emissions during the combustion process.
The secondary methods reduce emission components after formation as they pass through
the exhaust gas system.

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For dual fuel engines same methods as mentioned above can be used to reduce exhaust
emissions when running in diesel mode. In gas mode there is no need for scrubber or SCR.

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14. Automation System

Wärtsilä Unified Controls - UNIC is a fully embedded and distributed engine management
system, which handles all control functions on the engine.
The distributed modules communicate over an internal communication bus.
The power supply to each module is physically doubled on the engine for full redundancy.
Control signals to/from external systems are hardwired to the terminals in the main cabinet on
the engine. Process data for alarm and monitoring are communicated over a Modbus TCP
connection to external systems.

14.1 Technical data and system overview

14.1.1 Ingress protection
The ingress protection class of the system is IP54.

14.1.2 Ambient temp for automation system

The automation system on the engine allows for an ambient engine room temperature up to
55°C.
Single components such as electronic modules have a temperature rating not less than 70°C.

Fig 14-1 Architecture of UNIC

Short explanation of the modules used in the system:

COM Communication Module. Handles strategic control functions (such as start/stop sequen-
cing and speed/load control, i.e. "speed governing") of the engine.
The communication modules handle engine internal and external communication, as
well as hardwired external interfaces.
LOP The LOP (local operator panel) shows all engine measurements (e.g. temperatures and
pressures) and provides various engine status indications as well as an event history.

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(continued)
IOM Input/Output Module handles measurements and limited control functions in a specific
area on the engine.
CCM Cylinder Control Module handles fuel injection control and local measurements for the
cylinders.
ESM Engine Safety Module handles fundamental engine safety, for example shutdown due
to overspeed or low lubricating oil pressure.

The above equipment and instrumentation are prewired on the engine.

14.1.3 Local operator panel

The Local operator panel (LOP) consist of a display unit (LDU) with touch screen as well as
an emergency stop button built on the engine.
The local operator panel shows all engine measurements (e.g. temperatures and pressures)
and provides various engine status indications as well as an event history
The following control functions are available:
- Local/remote control selection
- Local start & stop
- Trip & Shutdown reset
- Local emergency speed setting (mechanical propulsion)
- Local emergency stop

Fig 14-2 Local operator panel

14.1.4 Engine safety system

The engine safety module handles fundamental safety functions, for example overspeed
protection.

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Main features:
● Redundant design for power supply, speed inputs and stop solenoid control
● Fault detection on sensors, solenoids and wires
● Led indication of status and detected faults
● Digital status outputs
● Shutdown latching and reset
● Shutdown pre-warning
● Shutdown override (configuration depending on application)

14.1.5 Power unit

A power unit is delivered with each engine. The power unit supplies DC power to the automation
system on the engine and provides isolation from other DC systems onboard. A firewall/ router
for communication between engine and ship automation system is integrated in the power unit.
The cabinet is designed for bulkhead mounting, protection degree IP44, max. ambient
temperature 50°C.
The power unit contains redundant power converters, each converter dimensioned for 100%
load. At least one of the two incoming supplies must be connected to a UPS. The power unit
supplies the automation system on the engine with necessary DC voltages.
Power supply from ship's system:
● Supply 1: 230 VAC / abt. 750 W
● Supply 2: 230 VAC / abt. 750 W

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14.1.6 Cabling and system overview

Fig 14-3 UNIC overview

Table 14-1 Typical amount of cables

Cable From <=> To Cable types (typical)

A Engine <=> Power Unit 2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *

2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
C Engine <=> Propulsion Control System 1 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
Engine <=> Power Management System / Main Switch- 1 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
board 1 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
24 x 0.75 mm2
24 x 0.75 mm2
D Power unit <=> Integrated Automation System 2 x 0.75 mm2

E Engine <=> Integrated Automation System 3 x 2 x 0.75 mm2

F Engine => Power Unit 1 x Ethernet CAT 5

G Power Unit => Integrated automation system 1 x Ethernet CAT 5

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Table 14-1 Typical amount of cables (continued)

Cable From <=> To Cable types (typical)

H Engine => Pre-lubrication pump starter 2 x 0.75 mm2

I Gas Valve Unit <=> Integrated Automation System 2 x 2 x 0.75 mm2

1 x Ethernet CAT5
I Engine <=> Gas Valve Unit 4 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
2 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
3 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
I Gas Valve Unit <=> Fuel gas supply system 4 x 2 x 0.75 mm2

I Gas Valve Unit <=> Gas detection system 1 x 2 x 0.75 mm2

I Power unit <=> Gas Valve Unit 2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *

2 x 4 mm2 (power supply) *
3 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
I Gas Valve Unit <=> Exhaust gas fan and pre-lube starter 3 x 2 x 0.75 mm2
2 x 5 x 0.75 mm2

NOTICE
Cable types and grouping of signals in different cables will differ depending on installation.
* Dimension of the power supply cables depends on the cable length.

Power supply requirements are specified in section Power unit.

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Fig 14-4 Typical signal overview (Main engine)

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Fig 14-5 Typical signal overview (Generating set)

14.2 Functions
14.2.1 Engine operating modes
The operator can select two different fuel operating modes:
● Gas operating mode (gas fuel + pilot fuel injection)
● Diesel operating mode (conventional diesel fuel injection + pilot fuel injection)
Below a certain load limit the engine can be transferred from diesel- into gas operating mode.
The engine will automatically trip from gas- into diesel operating mode (gas trip) in several
alarm situations. In addition, the blackout detection system can force the engine to start in
diesel operating mode.

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Fig 14-6 Principle of engine operating modes

14.2.2 Start
The engine is started by compressed air driven turbine motor.
The engine can be started locally, or remotely if applicable for the installation e.g. from the
power management system or control room. In an emergency situation it is also possible to
operate the starting air valve manually.
Starting is blocked both pneumatically and electrically when the turning gear is engaged.

14.2.2.1 Start blocking

Starting is inhibited by the following functions:
● Turning device engaged
● Pre-lubricating pressure low (override if black-out input is high and within last 30 minutes
after the pressure has dropped below the set point)
● Stop signal to engine active (safety shut-down, emergency stop, normal stop)
● External start blocking active
● Exhaust gas ventilation not performed

14.2.2.2 Start in gas operating mode

If the engine is ready to start in gas operating mode the output signals "engine ready for gas
operation" (no gas trips are active) and "engine ready for start" (no start blockings are active)
are activated. In gas operating mode the following tasks are performed automatically:
● The starting air is activated
● A combustion check using liquid fuel only (verify that all cylinders are firing)
● A GVU gas leakage test
● Gas admission is started (gas is now the main fuel, ignited by a small amount of liquid fuel)
The start mode is interrupted in case of abnormalities during the start sequence. The start
sequence takes about 1.5 minutes to complete.

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14.2.2.3 Start in diesel operating mode

When starting an engine in diesel operating mode the GVU check is omitted. The combustion
check is performed to ensure correct functioning of the pilot fuel injection in order to enable
later transfer into gas operating mode. The start sequence takes about one minute to complete.

14.2.2.4 Start in blackout mode

When the blackout signal is active, the engine will be started by using the diesel fuel only. The
start is performed similarly to a diesel engine, i.e. after receiving start signal the engine will
start and ramp up to speed setpoint using only the diesel fuel system. The blackout signal
disables some of the start blocks to get the engine running as quickly as possible.

If engine is quipped with slow-turning device, the slow-turning sequence is by-passed

during blackout start.

14.2.3 Gas/diesel transfer control

14.2.3.1 Transfer from gas- to diesel-operating mode
The engine will transfer from gas to diesel operating mode at any load within 1s. This can be
initiated in three different ways: manually, by the engine control system or by the gas safety
system (gas operation mode blocked).

14.2.3.2 Transfer from diesel- to gas-operating mode

The engine can be transferred to gas mode at engine load below 80%.
Fuel transfers to gas usually takes about 2 minutes to complete, in order to minimize
disturbances to the gas fuel supply systems.
A leakage test for the GVU is automatically done before each gas transfer. GVU leakage test
takes about 1 minute before the actual engine fuel mode transfer taking place

Fig 14-7 Operating modes are load dependent

14.2.3.3 Points for consideration when selecting fuels

When selecting the fuel operating mode for the engine, or before transferring between operating
modes, the operator should consider the following:

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● To prevent an overload of the gas supply system, transfer one engine at a time to gas
operating mode
● Before a transfer command to gas operating mode is given to an engine, the PMS or operator
must ensure that the other engines have enough ‘spinning reserve’ during the transfers.
This because the engine may need to be unloaded below the upper transfer limit before
transferring
● If engine load is within the transfer window, the engine will be able to switch fuels without
unloading
● Whilst an engine is transferring, the starting and stopping of heavy electric consumers should
be avoided

14.2.4 Stop, shutdown and emergency stop

14.2.4.1 Stop mode
Before stopping the engine, the control system shall first unload the engine slowly (if the engine
is loaded), and after that open the generator breaker and send a stop signal to the engine.
Immediately after the engine stop signal is activated in gas operating mode, the GVU performs
gas shut-off and ventilation. The pilot injection is active during the first part of the deceleration
in order to ensure that all gas remaining in engine is burned.
In case the engine has been running on gas within two minutes prior to the stop the exhaust
gas system is ventilated to discharge any unburned gas.

14.2.4.2 Shutdown mode

Shutdown mode is initiated automatically as a response to abnormal measurement signals.
In shutdown mode the clutch/generator breaker is opened immediately without unloading. The
actions following a shutdown are similar to normal engine stop.
Shutdown mode must be reset by the operator and the reason for shutdown must be investigated
and corrected before re-start.

14.2.4.3 Emergency stop mode

The sequence of engine stopping in emergency stop mode is similar to shutdown mode, except
that also the pilot fuel injection is de-activated immediately upon stop signal.
Emergency stop is the fastest way of manually shutting down the engine. In case the emergency
stop push-button is pressed, the button is automatically locked in pressed position.
To return to normal operation the push button must be pulled out and alarms acknowledged
by pushing reset either locally or remotely.

14.2.5 Speed control

14.2.5.1 Main engines (mechanical propulsion)
The electronic speed control is integrated in the engine automation system.
The remote speed setting from the propulsion control is an analogue 4-20 mA signal. It is also
possible to select an operating mode in which the speed reference can be adjusted with
increase/decrease signals.
The electronic speed control handles load sharing between parallel engines, fuel limiters, and
various other control functions (e.g. ready to open/close clutch, speed filtering). Overload
protection and control of the load increase rate must however be included in the propulsion
control as described in the chapter Operating Ranges.

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14.2.5.2 Generating sets

The electronic speed control is integrated in the engine automation system.
The load sharing can be based on traditional speed droop, or handled independently by the
speed control units without speed droop. The later load sharing principle is commonly referred
to as isochronous load sharing. With isochronous load sharing there is no need for load
balancing, frequency adjustment, or generator loading/unloading control in the external control
system.
In a speed droop system each individual speed control unit decreases its internal speed
reference when it senses increased load on the generator. Decreased network frequency with
higher system load causes all generators to take on a proportional share of the increased total
load. Engines with the same speed droop and speed reference will share load equally. Loading
and unloading of a generator is accomplished by adjusting the speed reference of the individual
speed control unit. The speed droop is typically 4%, which means that the difference in frequency
between zero load and maximum load is 4%.
In isochronous mode the speed reference remains constant regardless of load level. Both
isochronous load sharing and traditional speed droop are standard features in the speed control
and either mode can be easily selected. If the ship has several switchboard sections with tie
breakers between the different sections, then the status of each tie breaker is required for
control of the load sharing in isochronous mode.

14.3 Alarm and monitoring signals

Regarding sensors on the engine, the actual configuration of signals and the alarm levels are
found in the project specific documentation supplied for all contracted projects.

14.4 Electrical consumers

14.4.1 Motor starters and operation of electrically driven pumps
Motor starters are not part of the control system supplied with the engine, but available as loose
supplied items.

14.4.1.1 Engine turning device (9N15)

The crankshaft can be slowly rotated with the turning device for maintenance purposes. The
motor starter must be designed for reversible control of the motor. The electric motor ratings
are listed in the table below.

Table 14-2 Electric motor ratings for engine turning device

Engine type Voltage [V] Frequency [Hz] Power [kW] Current [A]

Wärtsilä 25DF 3 x 400 - 690 50 4 5 - 8.7

14.4.1.2 Pre-lubricating oil pump

The pre-lubricating oil pump must always be running when the engine is stopped. The engine
control system handles start/stop of the pump automatically via a motor starter.
It is recommended to arrange a back-up power supply from an emergency power source. Diesel
generators serving as the main source of electrical power must be able to resume their operation
in a black out situation by means of stored energy. Depending on system design and
classification regulations, it may be permissible to use the emergency generator.

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Table 14-3 Electric motor ratings for pre-lubricating pump

Engine type Voltage [V] Frequency [Hz] Power [kW] Current [A]

Wärtsilä 25DF 3 x 400 - 460 50 / 60 7.5 13 - 14.7

14.4.1.3 Stand-by pump, lubricating oil (if applicable) (2P04)

The engine control system starts the pump automatically via a motor starter, if the lubricating
oil pressure drops below a preset level when the engine is running.
The pump must not be running when the engine is stopped, nor may it be used for pre-lubricating
purposes. Neither should it be operated in parallel with the main pump, when the main pump
is in order.

14.4.1.4 Stand-by pump, HT cooling water (if applicable) (4P03)

The engine control system starts the pump automatically via a motor starter, if the cooling water
pressure drops below a preset level when the engine is running.

14.4.1.5 Stand-by pump, LT cooling water (if applicable) (4P05)

The engine control system starts the pump automatically via a motor starter, if the cooling water
pressure drops below a preset level when the engine is running.

14.4.1.6 Circulating pump for preheater (4P04)

The preheater pump shall start when the engine stops (to ensure water circulation through the
hot engine) and stop when the engine starts. The engine control system handles start/stop of
the pump automatically.

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14.5 System requirements and guidelines for diesel-electric

propulsion
Typical features to be incorporated in the propulsion control and power management systems
in a diesel-electric ship:
1. The load increase program must limit the load increase rate during ship acceleration and
load transfer between gensets according to the curves in chapter Loading Capacity.
If the control system has only one load increase ramp, then the ramp for a preheated engine
is to be used.
The load increase rate of a recently connected generator is the sum of the load transfer
performed by the power management system and the load increase performed by the propulsion
control.
2. Rapid loading according to the “emergency" curve in chapter Loading Capacity may only be
possible by activating an emergency function, which generates visual and audible alarms in
the control room and on the bridge.
3. The propulsion control should be able to control the propulsion power according to the load
increase rate at the gensets. Controlled load increase with different number of generators
connected and in different operating conditions is difficult to achieve with only time ramps for
the propeller speed.
4. The load reduction rate should also be limited in normal operation. Crash stop can be
recognised by for example a large lever movement from ahead to astern.
5. Some propulsion systems can generate power back into the network. The gensets can
absorb max. 5% reverse power.
6. The power management system performs loading and unloading of generators in a speed
droop system, and it usually also corrects the system frequency to compensate for the droop
offset, by adjusting the speed setting of the individual speed control units. The speed reference
is adjusted by sending an increase/decrease pulse of a certain length to the speed control unit.
The power management should determine the length of the increase/decrease pulse based
on the size of the desired correction and then wait for 30 seconds or more before performing
a new correction, in particular when performing small corrections.
The relation between duration of increase/decrease signal and change in speed reference is
usually 0.1 Hz per second. The actual speed and/or load will change at a slower rate.
7. In speed droop mode all generators take an equal share of increased system load, regardless
of any difference in initial load. The control system (Power Management System) should monitor
the generator load and reduce the system load, if the generator load exceeds 100%.
8. The system should monitor the network frequency and reduce the load, if the network
frequency tends to drop excessively.

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15. Foundation
Engines can be either rigidly mounted on chocks, or resiliently mounted on rubber elements.
If resilient mounting is considered, Wärtsilä must be informed about existing excitations such
as propeller blade passing frequency. Dynamic forces caused by the engine are listed in the
chapter Vibration and noise.

15.1 Steel structure design

The system oil tank may not extend under the reduction gear, if the engine is of dry sump type
and the oil tank is located beneath the engine foundation. Neither should the tank extend under
the support bearing, in case there is a PTO arrangement in the free end. The oil tank must also
be symmetrically located in transverse direction under the engine.
The foundation and the double bottom should be as stiff as possible in all directions to absorb
the dynamic forces caused by the engine, reduction gear and thrust bearing. The foundation
should be dimensioned and designed so that harmful deformations are avoided.
The foundation of the driven equipment must be integrated with the engine foundation.

15.2 Mounting of main engines

15.2.1 Rigid mounting
Main engines can be rigidly mounted to the foundation either on steel chocks or resin chocks.
The holding down bolts are through-bolts with a lock nut at the lower end and a hydraulically
tightened nut at the upper end. The tool included in the standard set of engine tools is used for
hydraulic tightening of the holding down bolts. Two of the holding down bolts are fitted bolts
and the rest are clearance bolts. The two Ø43H7/n6 fitted bolts are located closest to the
flywheel, one on each side of the engine.
A distance sleeve should be used together with the fitted bolts. The distance sleeve must be
mounted between the seating top plate and the lower nut in order to provide a sufficient guiding
length for the fitted bolt in the seating top plate. The guiding length in the seating top plate
should be at least equal to the bolt diameter.
The design of the holding down bolts is shown in the foundation drawings. It is recommended
that the bolts are made from a high-strength steel, e.g. 42CrMo4 or similar. A high strength
material makes it possible to use a higher bolt tension, which results in a larger bolt elongation
(strain). A large bolt elongation improves the safety against loosening of the nuts.
To avoid sticking during installation and gradual reduction of tightening tension due to
unevenness in threads, the threads should be machined to a finer tolerance than normal threads.
The bolt thread must fulfil tolerance 6g and the nut thread must fulfil tolerance 6H. In order to
avoid bending stress in the bolts and to ensure proper fastening, the contact face of the nut
underneath the seating top plate should be counterbored.
Lateral supports must be installed for all engines. One pair of supports should be located at
flywheel end and one pair (at least) near the middle of the engine. The lateral supports are to
be welded to the seating top plate before fitting the chocks. The wedges in the supports are to
be installed without clearance, when the engine has reached normal operating temperature.
The wedges are then to be secured in position with welds. An acceptable contact surface must
be obtained on the wedges of the supports.

15.2.1.1 Resin chocks

The recommended dimensions of resin chocks are 150 x 400 mm. The total surface pressure
on the resin must not exceed the maximum permissible value, which is determined by the type

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of resin and the requirements of the classification society. It is recommended to select a resin
type that is approved by the relevant classification society for a total surface pressure of 5
N/mm2. (A typical conservative value is Ptot 3.5 N/mm2).
During normal conditions, the support face of the engine feet has a maximum temperature of
approx. 75°C, which should be considered when selecting the type of resin.
The bolts must be made as tensile bolts with a reduced shank diameter to ensure a sufficient
elongation since the bolt force is limited by the permissible surface pressure on the resin. For
a given bolt diameter the permissible bolt tension is limited either by the strength of the bolt
material (max. stress 80% of the yield strength), or by the maximum permissible surface pressure
on the resin.

15.2.1.2 Steel chocks

The top plates of the foundation girders are to be inclined outwards with regard to the centre
line of the engine. The inclination of the supporting surface should be 1/100 and it should be
machined so that a contact surface of at least 75% is obtained against the chocks.
Recommended chock dimensions are 250 x 200 mm and the chocks must have an inclination
of 1:100, inwards with regard to the engine centre line. The cut-out in the chocks for the
clearance bolts shall be 44 mm (M42 bolts), while the hole in the chocks for the fitted bolts shall
be drilled and reamed to the correct size (Ø43H7) when the engine is finally aligned to the
reduction gear.
The design of the holding down bolts is shown the foundation drawings. The bolts are designed
as tensile bolts with a reduced shank diameter to achieve a large elongation, which improves
the safety against loosening of the nuts.

15.2.1.3 Steel chocks with adjustable height

As an alternative to resin chocks or conventional steel chocks it is also permitted to install the
engine on adjustable steel chocks. The chock height is adjustable between 45 mm and 65 mm
for the approved type of chock. There must be a chock of adequate size at the position of each
holding down bolt.

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15.2.2 Resilient mounting

In order to reduce vibrations and structure borne noise, main engines can be resiliently mounted
on rubber elements. The transmission of forces emitted by the engine is 10-20% when using
resilient mounting.
Two different mounting arrangements are applied. Normally, conical rubber mounts are used,
which are similar to the mounts used under generating sets. The mounts are fastened directly
to the engine feet with a hydraulically tightened bolt. To enable drilling of holes in the foundation
after final alignment adjustments the mount is fastened to an intermediate steel plate, which is
fixed to the foundation with one bolt. The hole in the foundation for this bolt can be drilled
through the engine foot. A resin chock is cast under the intermediate steel plate.
The rubber element in the mounts is designed to withstand both compression and shear loads.
In addition, the mounts have built-in buffers to limit the movements of the generating set due
to the sea state.
In special cases other types of mounts can also be considered. For example cylindrical rubber
elements. These rubber elements are mounted to steel plates in groups, forming eight units.
These units, or resilient elements, each consist of an upper steel plate that is fastened directly
to the engine feet, rubber elements and a lower steel plate that is fastened to the foundation.
The holes in the foundation for the fastening bolts can be drilled through the holes in the engine
feet, when the engine is finally aligned to the reduction gear. The resilient elements are
compressed to the calculated height under load by using M30 bolts through the engine feet
and distance pieces between the two steel plates. Resin chocks are then cast under the resilient
elements. Shims are provided for installation between the engine feet and the resilient elements
to facilitate alignment adjustments in vertical direction. Steel chocks must be used under the
side and end buffers located at each corner if the engine.

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15.3 Mounting of generating sets

15.3.1 Resilient mounting
Generating sets, comprising engine and generator mounted on a common base frame, are
usually installed on resilient mounts on the foundation in the ship.
The resilient mounts reduce the structure borne noise transmitted to the ship and also serve
to protect the generating set bearings from possible fretting caused by hull vibration.
The number of mounts and their location is calculated to avoid resonance with excitations from
the generating set engine, the main engine and the propeller.

NOTICE
To avoid induced oscillation of the generating set, the following data must be sent by the
shipyard to Wärtsilä at the design stage:

● main engine speed [RPM] and number of cylinders

● propeller shaft speed [RPM] and number of propeller blades
The selected number of mounts and their final position is shown in the generating set drawing.

15.3.1.1 Rubber mounts

The generating set is mounted on conical resilient mounts, which are designed to withstand
both compression and shear loads. In addition the mounts are equipped with an internal buffer
to limit the movements of the generating set due to ship motions. Hence, no additional side or
end buffers are required.
The rubber in the mounts is natural rubber and it must therefore be protected from oil, oily water
and fuel.
The mounts should be evenly loaded, when the generating set is resting on the mounts. The
maximum permissible variation in compression between mounts is 2.0 mm. If necessary, chocks
or shims should be used to compensate for local tolerances. Only one shim is permitted under
each mount.
The transmission of forces emitted by the engine is 10 -20% when using conical mounts. For
the foundation design, see drawing 3V46L0295 (in-line engines).

Fig 15-1 Rubber mount, In-line engines (DAAE004230C)

15.4 Flexible pipe connections

When the engine or generating set is resiliently installed, all connections must be flexible and
no grating nor ladders may be fixed to the engine or generating set. When installing the flexible

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pipe connections, unnecessary bending or stretching should be avoided. The external pipe
must be precisely aligned to the fitting or flange on the engine. It is very important that the pipe
clamps for the pipe outside the flexible connection must be very rigid and welded to the steel
structure of the foundation to prevent vibrations, which could damage the flexible connection.

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16. Vibration and Noise

16.1 External forces, couples & torque variations

General
Dynamic forces and moments caused by the engine are shown in the below tables. Due to
manufacturing tolerances, some variation in these values may occur.

Fig 16-1 External forces, couples and torque variations

Table 16-1 External forces

Speed Freq. FY FZ Freq. FY FZ Freq. FY FZ

Engine
[rpm] [Hz] [kN] [kN] [Hz] [kN] [kN] [Hz] [kN] [kN]
900 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
6L25DF
1000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
900 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
7L25DF
1000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
900 60 --- 4 --- --- --- --- --- ---
8L25DF
1000 67 --- 5 --- --- --- --- --- ---
900 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
9L25DF
1000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

1st order balancing in W7L25DF and W9L25DF.

--- forces = zero or insignificant.

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Table 16-2 External couples

Speed Freq. MY MZ Freq. MY MZ Freq. MY MZ

Engine
[rpm] [Hz] [kNm] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm] [kNm]
900 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
6L25DF
1000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
900 15 --- --- 30 13 --- 60 2 ---
7L25DF
1000 17 --- --- 33 16 --- 67 2 ---
900 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
8L25DF
1000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
900 15 --- --- 30 23 --- 60 1 ---
9L25DF
1000 17 --- --- 33 29 --- 67 2 ---

1st order balancing in W7L25DF and W9L25DF.

--- couples = zero or insignificant.

Table 16-3 Torque variations, diesel mode

Speed Freq. Mx Freq. Mx Freq. Mx

Engine
[rpm] [Hz] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm]
900 45 14 90 9 135 2
6L25DF
1000 50 9 100 9 150 2
900 53 35 105 6 158 1
7L25DF
1000 58 35 117 6 175 1
900 60 28 120 4 180 1
8L25DF
1000 67 28 133 4 200 1
900 67.5 27 135 2 --- ---
9L25DF
1000 75 27 150 2 --- ---

1st order balancing in W7L25DF and W9L25DF.

--- torque variations = zero or insignificant.

Table 16-4 Torque variations, gas mode

Speed Freq. Mx Freq. Mx Freq. Mx

Engine
[rpm] [Hz] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm] [Hz] [kNm]
900 45 10 90 10 135 3
6L25DF
1000 50 6 100 10 150 3
900 53 33 105 7 158 2
7L25DF
1000 58 33 117 7 175 2
900 60 27 120 5 180 2
8L25DF
1000 67 26 133 5 200 2
900 67.5 27 135 4 203 2
9L25DF
1000 75 27 150 4 225 2

1st order balancing in W7L25DF and W9L25DF.

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The mass-moments of inertia of the main engines (including flywheel) are typically as follows:

Engine J [kg m2]

6L25DF 140–280
7L25DF 150–300
8L25DF 160–310
9L25DF 170–330

16.2 Air borne noise

The results represent typical engine A-weighted sound power level at engine full load and
nominal speed. Measurements were performed according to internal guideline based on
ISO9614.

Engine A-weighted Sound Power Level in Octave Frequency Band [dB, ref. 1pW] - Diesel Mode

[Hz] 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Total

8L 99 106 110 116 112 115 109 120

Engine A-weighted Sound Power Level in Octave Frequency Band [dB, ref. 1pW] - Gas Mode

[Hz] 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Total

8L 100 107 110 116 112 109 103 119

16.3 Exhaust noise

The results represent typical exhaust sound power level measured after turbocharger outlet
before exhaust silencer in duct line with cell-dependent diameter and exhaust temperature
approximately 370 Celsius for gas and 330 Celsius for diesel at engine full load and nominal
speed. Measurements were performed according to internal guideline. Influence of pipeline
resonances is minimized.

Exhaust Gas Sound Power Level in Octave Frequency Band [dB, ref. 1pW]

[Hz] 32 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 Total

8L 135 133 133 124 124 115 117 112 139

16.4 Air Inlet Noise

The results represent typical unsilenced air inlet A-weighted sound power level at turbocharger
inlet at engine full load and nominal speed. Measurements were performed according to internal
guideline.

A-weighted Air Inlet Sound Power Level in Octave Frequency Band [dB, ref. 1pW] - Diesel Mode

[Hz] 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Total

8L 81 90 101 110 118 122 136 135 139

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A-weighted Air Inlet Sound Power Level in Octave Frequency Band [dB, ref. 1pW] - Gas Mode

[Hz] 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Total

8L 80 92 100 108 116 123 139 132 140

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17. Power Transmission

17.1 Flexible coupling

The power transmission of propulsion engines is accomplished through a flexible coupling or
a combined flexible coupling and clutch mounted either to the flywheel or to the free end of the
crankshaft (turbocharger and flywheel are always on same end of the engine, even if
generator/gearbox/shaft is on the other end).
The type of flexible coupling to be used has to be decided separately in each case on the basis
of the torsional vibration calculations.
In case of two bearing type generator installations a flexible coupling between the engine and
the generator is required.

17.2 Torque flange

In mechanical propulsion applications as well as if there is a PTO shaft, a torque meter has to
be installed in each output shaft in order to measure the torque the engine delivers. The torque
flange is installed after the flexible coupling.

17.3 Clutch
In many installations the propeller shaft can be separated from the engine using a clutch. The
use of multiple plate hydraulically actuated clutches built into the reduction gear is recommended.
A clutch is required when two or more engines are connected to the same driven machinery
such as a reduction gear.
To permit maintenance of a stopped engine clutches must be installed in twin screw vessels
which can operate on one shaft line only.

17.4 Shaft locking device

A shaft locking device should be fitted to be able to secure the propeller shaft in position so
that wind milling is avoided. This is necessary because even an open hydraulic clutch can
transmit some torque. Wind milling at a low propeller speed (<10 rpm) can due to poor lubrication
cause excessive wear of the bearings.
The shaft locking device can be either a bracket and key or an easier to use brake disc with
calipers. In both cases a stiff and strong support to the ship's construction must be provided.

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Fig 17-1 Shaft locking device and brake disc with calipers

17.5 Input data for Torsional Vibration Calculation

The torsional vibration calculation (TVC) is performed for each installation according to
classification requirements. For this purpose, the following project specific exact data of all
components included in the shaft system are required.
General and operational data
● Classification society (leading class, in case of dual class)
● Class notations (especially in case of Ice, Polar, Redundant Propulsion)
● List of all operating modes (including for navigation in ice, if applicable)
● Power distribution between the different consumers for every operating mode
● Power Vs Speed curve for every consumer
● GA drawing or layout illustrating propulsion machinery arrangements
Gearbox
● Mass elastic diagram showing:
○ All clutching possibilities (especially in case of multiple clutches)
○ Dimensions of all shafts
○ Mass moment of inertia of all rotating parts including shafts and flanges
○ Torsional stiffness of shafts between rotating masses
○ Gear ratios
○ Drawing number (including revision)
● GA drawing or other type of drawing showing:
○ Input and output interface details (type/dimensions details, material and yield strength,
surface roughness)
○ In case of cylindrical shaft interface: fillet radius at step diameter and keyway standard
○ Material of shafts including minimum tensile strength
○ Drawing number (including revision)
Propeller and shafting
● Mass-elastic diagram or propeller shaft drawing showing:

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○ Mass moment of inertia of all rotating parts including the rotating part of the OD-box,
SKF couplings and rotating parts of the bearings
○ Mass moment of inertia of the propeller in water for all operating modes (as minimum
full/zero pitch)
○ Torsional stiffness or dimensions of the shafts
○ Drawing number (including revision)
● Drawing or data sheet with:
○ Propeller power consumption for all operating modes (as minimum full/zero pitch)
○ Number of propeller blades
○ Material of the shafts including minimum tensile strength
○ In case of Ice class notation: propeller outer diameter, outer diameter of the propeller
hub, propeller pitch at bollard pull condition
○ In case of cardan shafts: joint inclination angle and mass moment of inertia of every
single part (joints and shaft)
○ Drawing number (including revision)
Shaft generator or main generator
● Technical data sheet with at least:
○ Nominal power and speed
○ Information if variable or constant speed operation
○ In case of variable speed, Power Vs Speed curve
○ Number of pole pairs
○ Bearing external load capabilities (axial and radial)
● Outline drawing with:
○ input interface details (type/dimensions details, material and yield strength, surface
roughness)
○ In case of cylindrical shaft interface: fillet radius at step diameter and keyway standard
○ Bearing axial clearance (minimum and maximum values)
○ Drawing number (including revision)
● Mass-elastic diagram or the generator shaft drawing showing:
○ Mass moment of inertia of all rotating parts and total inertia value of the rotor, including
the shaft
○ Torsional stiffness or dimensions of the shaft
○ Material of the shaft including minimum tensile strength
○ Drawing number of the diagram or drawing
● For shaft generator (connected to gearbox)
○ In case of PTI function, Power Vs Speed curve
○ In case of booster function, Power Vs Speed curve
● For main generator (connected to engine)
○ Electrical data: reactances and time constants
Flexible coupling/clutch
● Customer preferred coupling brand, if any
● Brand selection restrictions due to possible international export regulations

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● Specific dimensional requirements (for example length)

● If coupling is in customer scope of supply, the following data of it must be informed:
○ Mass moment of inertia of all parts of the coupling
○ Number of flexible elements
○ Torsional stiffness per element
○ Dynamic magnification or relative damping
○ Nominal torque, permissible vibratory torque and permissible power loss
○ Drawing of the coupling showing interface details, maker, type and drawing number
Other components:
● In case of electric motor
○ Nominal power and speed
○ Power Vs Speed curve
○ Outline drawing with:
○ input interface details (type/dimensions details, material and yield strength, surface
roughness)
○ In case of cylindrical shaft interface: fillet radius at step diameter and keyway
standard
○ Drawing number (including revision)
○ Mass-elastic diagram or the motor shaft drawing showing:
○ Mass moment of inertia of all rotating parts and total inertia value of the rotor, including
the shaft
○ Torsional stiffness or dimensions of the shaft
○ Material of the shaft including minimum tensile strength
○ Drawing number of the diagram or drawing
● In case of pump:
○ Nominal power and speed
○ Power Vs Speed curve
○ Information if variable or constant speed operation
○ Outline drawing with:
○ input interface details (type/dimensions details, material and yield strength, surface
roughness)
○ In case of cylindrical shaft interface: fillet radius at step diameter and keyway
standard
○ Drawing number (including revision)
○ Mass-elastic diagram or the impeller shaft drawing showing:
○ Mass moment of inertia of all rotating parts and total inertia value of the impeller,
including the shaft
○ Torsional stiffness or dimensions of the shaft
○ Material of the shaft including minimum tensile strength
○ Drawing number of the diagram or drawing
○ Number of impeller blades
○ Torsional excitations (especially in case of dredging pump)

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17.6 Turning gear

The engine is equipped with an electrical driven turning gear. There is no slow-turning feature,
but the engine can be turned slowly through manual operation.

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18. Engine Room Layout

18.1 Crankshaft distances

Minimum crankshaft distances are to be arranged in order to provide sufficient space between
engines for maintenance and operation.

18.1.1 Main engines

Fig 18-1 Crankshaft distances main engines (DAAF581756A)

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18.1.2 Generating sets

Fig 18-2 Crankshaft distances generating sets (DAAF581627A)

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18.2 Space requirements for maintenance

18.2.1 Working space around the engine
The required working space around the engine is mainly determined by the dismounting
dimensions of engine components, and space requirement of some special tools. It is especially
important that no obstructive structures are built next to engine driven pumps, as well as
camshaft and crankcase doors.
However, also at locations where no space is required for dismounting of engine parts, a
minimum of 1000 mm free space is recommended for maintenance operations everywhere
around the engine.

18.2.2 Engine room height and lifting equipment

The required engine room height is determined by the transportation routes for engine parts.
If there is sufficient space in transverse and longitudinal direction, there is no need to transport
engine parts over the engine and in such case the necessary height is minimized. Separate
lifting arrangements are usually required for overhaul of the turbocharger since the crane travel
is limited by the exhaust pipe. A chain block on a rail located over the turbocharger axis is
recommended.

18.2.3 Maintenance platforms

In order to enable efficient maintenance work on the engine, it is advised to build the
maintenance platforms on recommended elevations. The width of the platforms should be at
minimum 800 mm to allow adequate working space. The surface of maintenance platforms
should be of non-slippery material (grating or chequer plate).

NOTICE
Working Platforms should be designed and positioned to prevent personnel slipping, tripping
or falling on or between the walkways and the engine.

18.3 Transportation and storage of spare parts and tools

Transportation arrangement from engine room to storage and workshop has to be prepared
for heavy engine components. This can be done with several chain blocks on rails or alternatively
utilising pallet truck or trolley. If transportation must be carried out using several lifting equipment,
coverage areas of adjacent cranes should be as close as possible to each other.
Engine room maintenance hatch has to be large enough to allow transportation of main
components to/from engine room.
It is recommended to store heavy engine components on slightly elevated adaptable surface
e.g. wooden pallets. All engine spare parts should be protected from corrosion and excessive
vibration.
On single main engine installations it is important to store heavy engine parts close to the
engine to make overhaul as quick as possible in an emergency situation.

18.4 Required deck area for service work

During engine overhaul some deck area is required for cleaning and storing dismantled
components. Size of the service area is dependent of the overhauling strategy chosen, e.g.
one cylinder at time, one bank at time or the whole engine at time. Service area should be plain
steel deck dimensioned to carry the weight of engine parts.

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18.4.1 Service space requirement

18.4.1.1 Service space requirement, main engine

Fig 18-3 Service space requirement, main engine W6,7,8L25DF 2-stage TC

(DAAF585237C)

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19. Product Guide Attachments

This and all other product guides can be accessed on the internet, at www.wartsila.com. Product
guides are available both in web and PDF format. Engine outline drawings are available not
only in 2D drawings (in PDF, DXF format), but also in 3D models. Please consult your sales
contact at Wärtsilä for more information.
Engine outline drawings are not available in the printed version of this product guide.

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20. ANNEX

20.1 Unit conversion tables

The tables below will help you to convert units used in this product guide to other units. Where
the conversion factor is not accurate a suitable number of decimals have been used.

Length conversion factors Mass conversion factors

Convert from To Multiply by Convert from To Multiply by
mm in 0.0394 kg lb 2.205
mm ft 0.00328 kg oz 35.274

Pressure conversion factors Volume conversion factors

Convert from To Multiply by Convert from To Multiply by
kPa psi (lbf/in2) 0.145 m3 in3 61023.744

kPa lbf/ft2 20.885 m3 ft3 35.315

kPa inch H2O 4.015 m3 Imperial gallon 219.969

kPa foot H2O 0.335 m3 US gallon 264.172

kPa mm H2O 101.972 m3 l (litre) 1000

kPa bar 0.01

Power conversion Moment of inertia and torque conversion factors

Convert from To Multiply by Convert from To Multiply by
kW hp (metric) 1.360 kgm2 lbft2 23.730

kW US hp 1.341 kNm lbf ft 737.562

Fuel consumption conversion factors Flow conversion factors

Convert from To Multiply by Convert from To Multiply by
g/kWh g/hph 0.736 m3/h (liquid) US gallon/min 4.403

g/kWh lb/hph 0.00162 m3/h (gas) ft3/min 0.586

Temperature conversion factors Density conversion factors

Convert from To Multiply by Convert from To Multiply by
°C F F = 9/5 *C + 32 kg/m3 lb/US gallon 0.00834

°C K K = C + 273.15 kg/m3 lb/Imperial gallon 0.01002

kg/m3 lb/ft3 0.0624

20.1.1 Prefix
Table 20-1 The most common prefix multipliers

Name Symbol Factor Name Symbol Factor Name Symbol Factor

tera T 1012 kilo k 103 nano n 10-9

giga G 109 milli m 10-3

mega M 106 micro μ 10-6

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20.2 Collection of drawing symbols used in drawings

INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Reg. No. Reg. No.

1 10 Check valve globe type 17 Control valve with electric

Valve (general)
2101 X2113 X2131 motor actuator

2 11 Swing check valve (Form 1) 18 Two-way valve with solenoid

Valve, globe type
X8068 X8078 X2103 actuator

Two-way valve with

3 12 Swing check valve (Form 2)
Valve, ball type 19 double-acting cylinder actuator
X8071 X8165
(pneumatic)

4 13 Safety valve, spring loaded, 20 Two-way valve with electric

Valve, gate type globe type
X8074 X2124 X2104 motor actuator

5 14 Manual operation of valve 21 Two-way valve with diaphragm

Valve, butterfly type (Form 1)
X8075 X1021 X2101 actuator (pneumatic)

Weight-loaded safety valve

6 15 detained in open position after Two-way control valve with
Valve, butterfly type (Form 2) 22
X8075 X2001 operation diaphragm actuator (pneumatic)

Spring-loaded safety two-way

7 16 Float-operated control valve 23
Valve, needle type valve with automatic return
X8076 X2134 X2002 after operation

8 Valve, control type,

X8087 continuously operated

Check valve (general), (Two-way

9 non-return valve; flow from
X8077
left to right)

Fig 20-1 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 1)

INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

33 Three-way control valve with

24 Manually operated control valve Valve, three way globe type 40
X8070 diaphragm actuator

Combinated non-return valve Self-operating pressure

25 and manually actuated stop 34 Valve, three way ball type 41 reducing three-way control
X2112 valve. Flow from left to right X8073
valve

Spring-loaded non-return valve. Three-way control valve with Self-operating thermostatic

26 Flow from left to right 35 42 three-way control valve
electrical motor actuator

27 Self-operating pressure 36 Three-way valve with solenoid

reducing control valve 43 Self-contained thermostat valve
X2133 X2103 actuator

Three-way valve with

Pressure control valve (spring 37 double-acting cylinder actuator 44
28 Valve, angle type (general)
loaded) X2107 (pneumatic) 2102

Pressure control valve (remote Three-way valve with electric 45

29 38 Valve, angle globe type
pressure sensing) motor actuator X8069

Pneumatically actuated valve, 39 Three-way valve with diaphragm

30 apring-loaded cylinder actuator X2102 actuator

31 Quick-closing valve

32 Valve, three way type (general)

2103

Fig 20-2 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 2)

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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

46 Valve, angle ball type 55 Orifice plate 3

62 Valve 2 Pneum/Pneum
X8072 772

47 Safety valve, spring loaded, 56 Shuttle valve with 3

63 Valve 2 Pneum/Spring
X2125 globe angle type X2182 "AND-function"

Weight loaded angled valve

detained in open position after 2 Valve 3 Solenoid/Spring
48 57 Valve 2 Pneum/Pneum 64 2
operation

Spring-loaded safety angled

valve with automatic return Valve 2 Pneum/Spring Valve 3 Lever/Spring
49 58 2 65 2
after operation

Non-return angled two-way 2 3

50 59 Valve 2 Solenoid/Spring 66 Valve 2 Manual/Spring
valve. Flow from left to right

Non-return angled two-way

valve hand operating. Flow from Valve 2 Lever/Spring 4
51 60 2 67 Valve 2 Pneum/Pneum
left to right

52 Self-operating release valve 2

61 Valve 2 Manual/Spring
2181 (steam trap)

53 Adjustable restrictor (valve)

X2212

54
Restrictor
2031

Fig 20-3 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 3)

INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

Valve 4 Pneum/Spring Electrically driven compressor 84 Heat exchanger (general),

68 2 77
X8079 condenser

4 78 Compressor, vacuum pump 85

69 Valve 2 Solenoid/Spring Pneumatic-air lubricator
2302 (general) X2674

4 79 86 Cooling tower, dry with induced

70 Valve 2 Lever/Spring Pump, liquid type (general)
2301 X8111 draught

Valve 4 Manual/Spring 80 Hydraulic pump 87 Cooling tower (general)

71 2
2401 2521 (Deaerator)

Turbogenerator Manual hydraulic pump 88

72 81 Funnel
2040

Turbogenerator with gear 82 Boiler feedwater vessel with Trough or drip tray with drain
73 89
transmission X2071 deaerator funnel

Turbocharger 83 Heating or cooling coil

74
2501

75 Electric motor (general)

C0082

76 Electrically driven pump

Fig 20-4 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 4)

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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

90 Flanged dummy cover (Blind 99 Quick-release coupling element

of female type 106 Air vent + flame arrestor
517 flange pair) 564

91 100 Quick-release coupling element 107

Flanged connection Flame arrestor
511 563 of male type 2036

92 End cap 101 108 Pipeline with thermal insulation

Hose
518 X411 X322

93 Screwed joint 102 Expansion sleeve 109 Piping, heated or cooled and
514 532 X8174 insulated

94 103 110 High speed centrifuge

Reducer Compensator (Expansion bellows)
516 533 X2619 (Separator)

Joint with change of pipe Centrifuge with perforated shell

104 Siphon 111
95 dimension, pipe reducer (Centrifugal filter)
2038 X2614
eccentric

Quick-release coupling element

96 105 Vent (outlet to the atmosphere
which fits into another coupling
565 element of the same type 2039 for steam/gas)

Quick-release coupling element

97 of female type with automatic
567 closing when decoupled

Quick-release coupling element

98 of male type with automatic
566 closing when decoupled

Fig 20-5 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 5)

INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617 ISO 10628 and ISO 14617

POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

112 121 Screening device, sieve, 128 Vessel with dished ends and
Liquid filter (general)
X8116 X8123 strainer, general X2069 heating / cooling jacket

113 Liquid filter, bag, candle or 122 Gravity separator, settling 129
cartridge type Silencer
X8117 X8031 chamber 2033

123 Separator, cyclone type 130 Viewing glass

Automatic filter with by-pass
114 X2618 2034
filter

124 Receiver, pulse damper

Strainer 131
115 X8090
Suction filter
X8019

Indicating measuring instrument

125 Pressure vessel with diaphragm, P = Pressure 1066

Liquid rotary filter, drum or for example expansion vessel 132 T = Temperature 1070
116 2073 V = Viscosity 1072
X8119 disc type F = Flow rate 1056

126
Pressure or vacuum vessel 133 Local instrument
Duplex filter 2062
117

127 Tank, vessel

Candle filter with rotaing drum 301
118 with by-pass

119 Gas filter (general)

X8122

120 Gas filter, bag, candle or

X8022 cartridge type

Fig 20-6 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 6)

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SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Reg. No. Reg. No.

Automatic operation of valve Pilot-operated non-return valve,

141 148
134 Local panel with two stable positions open opened by pilot pressure
X1032 X2233 against return spring
and close

142 149
135 Signal to control board Bearing Single-stage pressure-relief valve
2006 X2192

TI = Temperature indicator
TE = Temperature sensor 143 Rupture disc 150 Pressure-reducing valve
TEZ = Temperature sensor X8080 X2199
shut-down
PI = Pressure indicator
PS = Pressure switch
PT = Pressure transmitter 144 Clamped flange coupling 151
136 PSZ = Pressure switch 513 Shuttle valve with OR-function 1
X2180
shut-down
PDIS = Differential pressure
indicator and alarm
LS = Level switch 145 Coupling 152 Shuttle valve with OR-function 2
QS = Flow switch C0100 X2180
TSZ = Temperature switch

137 146
Overflow safety valve Spring-loaded non-return valve
X2122 X2231

138 147 Pilot-operated non-return valve,

Flow rate indication X2232 closed by pilot pressure
X1048

139 Recording of flow rate with

X1056 summation of volume

Automatic operation of valve

140 with infinite number of stable
X1036 positions

Fig 20-7 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 7)

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SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Reg. No. Reg. No.

Angled, globe-type,
162 spring-loaded vacuum valve
153 Valve disc or butterfly type 169 P<

L-bore in a three-way valve

2126 operating
2113 X2125
when pressure p lower than set
value
Angled, globe-type,
163 spring-loaded vacuum valve
154 Swing-type non-return valve
P>
T-bore in a three-way valve
X2114 170 operating
2114
when pressure p higher than
set value

155 164 Spring-loaded ball-type 171

Four-way valve Valve Plug type
2104 X2115 non-return valve 2123

four-way valve Spring-loaded globe-type Manual operation of Three-way

156 165 172
globe type non-return valve valve

four-way valve Safety valve which opens when

166 P>

157 pressure p higher than set

ball type X2121
value

Pipe break valve which closes

167 q>

158 L-bore in a four-way valve when flow rate q is higher

X2121
than set value

Globe type spring-loaded safety

168 P>
valve operating when
159 T-bore in a four-way valve
X2124 pressure p higher than set
value

160 Double L-bore in a four-way

2115 valve

161 Piston type; plunger type

2127

Fig 20-8 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 8)

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Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

Valve body 2 position 2-3-4

173 182 3-2 Valve 1 189 4-3 Valve open 2
port

174 Valve body 2 position 5 port 183 3-2 Valve 2 190 4-3 Valve empty 1

Valve body 3 position 2-3-4

175 184 4-2 Valve 1 191 4-3 Valve empty 2
port

176 Valve body 3 position 5 port 185 4-2 Valve 2 192 5-3 Valve open 1

Valve body 4 position 2-3-4

177 186 5-2 Valve 1 193 5-3 Valve open 2
port

178 Valve body 4 position 5 port 187 5-2 Valve 2 194 5-3 Valve empty 1

179 2-2 Valve arrow up 188 4-3 Valve open 1 195 5-3 Valve empty 2

180 2-2 Valve arrow down

181 2-2 Valve both arrows

Fig 20-9 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 9)

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Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

196 2-port closed 205 4-port crossed 212 5-port closed

2-port single arrow 4-port tandem single arrow 5-port arrows same
197 206 213
direction

2-port double arrow 4-port tandem double arrow 5-port arrows opposite
198 207 214
direction

199 3-port single arrow 208 4-port crossover single arrow 215 5-port crossover arrows same

3-port double arrow 4-port crossover double arrow 5-port crossover opposite
200 209 216
arrows

3-port crossover single 5-port crossover arrows same

201 210 4-port open 217
arrow up

202 3-port crossover double arrow 211 4-port semi-connected

203 4-port

204 4-port closed

Fig 20-10 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 10)

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POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

Single acting cylinder with

218 Spring for valve 227 Pedal for valve 234 spring (1)

Single acting cylinder with

219 Spring for valve variable 228 Electrical actuation for valve 235 spring (2)

220 Plunger for valve Electrical actuation for valve 236 Double acting cylinder
229
711 variable 724

221 Plunger for valve variable 230 Pilot operation for valve

222 Roller for valve 231 Exhaust port for valve

232 Single acting cylinder

223 Roller for valve variable
723

224 Manual override for valve 233 Double ended cylinder

225 Pull / push button for valve

226 Lever for valve

Fig 20-11 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 11)

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POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

238 Cam profile 1 247 Water tank 254 Bearing upper and lower

Flywheel Description arrow for L-engine

239 248 255
flow in one direction

Description arrow for flow in V-engine

240 Gear wheel 249 256
both directions

241 Spray nozzle 250 Line jump 257

square heat exchanger

Starting air valve for cylinder

242 Leak collector 251 Arrow for flow 258
head

243 Oil sump 252 Starting air distributor 259 XXX External connection

244 Dipstick 1 253 Starting air distributor 2 260 Automatic filter

245 Dipstick 2

246 Cylinder

Fig 20-12 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 12)

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POS POS POS

Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Reg. No. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

261 Separator 270 Booster for valve mechanism 277

262 Separator with filter 271 278

263 Filter 272 279

264 Flexible double wall pipe 273 280

265 Cartridge valve with spring 274 281

266 Cartridge valve 275 282

267 - Revision mark 276

268 PT sensor with gauge valve

269 Hydraulic wastegate valve

GT
XXX

Fig 20-13 List of symbols (DAAF406507A - 13)

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