John Rodgers (DD 983) - Naval Cruise Book

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ine Changeout n Janeiro 4, 1993 Prior preparation is a must! All the equipment and parts must be invento- ried to ensure a successful changeout. Personnel must he assigned to maximize the use lit experience, expertise and time. Finally, if all the coordination is done right, the changeout can be accom- plished safel) and efficiently in about 48 hours. As a result of a lot of hard u ork and good planning, the Engineers of K)H RODGERS completed this evolution in 36 hours with a start on the lust try.

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Gas Turb 1 RioDe November A Gas Turbine engine changeout is a highly complex and manhour inten- sive evolution. Normally, an interme- diate maintenance level repair, it can be authorized for ship ' s force accomplish- ment if the ship is deployed and suffi- cient expertise is available onboard. The changeout team consists of not only Gas Turbine Specialists from Main Propulsion Division but also personnel from the Auxiliaries Division. Repair Division and Electrical Division to assist in rigging servic e, manufacture of special equipment, electrical and electronic disconnects and alignments.

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ENGINEERING » O £ DEPARTMENT