Fuel Oil Sampling During Bunkering – Marine Engineering PART 22
Fuel Oil Testing On-board On-board testing of the fuel could be carried out during the bunker operation by one of the engineering staff not required to supervise or monitor the bunkering operation. The following tests could be carried out: Water content Viscosity Density Compatibility Check for abrasive fines Although the tests are not as accurate as a shore based laboratory the tests would indicate whether the fuel loaded is the same as the fuel quality ordered and therefore the bunker receipt. Importance of Fuel Oil Sampling A representative sample would be obtained by a permanent sampling probe fitted close to the bunkering manifold. The rate of sampling would ensure that a sampling quantity required is taken over the full duration of the bunkering operation. The sample container is then thoroughly mixed before being poured into new, clean containers. The containers are then sealed and signed before being sent to the shore testing facility. Effects of Contaminants in the F