Antares (AKS 33) - Naval Cruise Book

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L TO R - ENSIGN PHILIPS. DIVISION; OTTS. P R . MMC; RESPESS V. M MMFN; McLANE. W M . MM3; GRIGGS J C . FN; PENDLETON. W R . MMFN; BRYANT. R G . MMFN; ARGUETTE. M F . FN: COLE. C P.. MM3: SMITH, R E . FN. ABT. B. A . MM3; COTTER. L D . MM3; SCHLESNER. L I FN; LYONS H E. JR.. FN; LAKE W R . MM2; GRUNDSTROM. E F. MM3: COLUMBIA. R K. MM1. DIVISION P. O CHIEF OTTS V ENSIGN PHILIPS DIVISION

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r v The mission of the E Division is one of great responsibili- ty. Its area of responsibility extends from the aircraft warning lights at the top of the mast to the lights in the bilges and from the bow to the stern lights. Besides all lighting fixtures, this Division is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all the numerous and complex electrical fixtures, components and equipment found on board. Among these items are; the main switchboard, the intercommuni- cation switchboard, the ship ' s gyro compass, all electrical motors and the movie projector machines. This division also operates the battery charging locker and maintains our electric hand pallet jacks which are used for moving and spotting our deck cargo. Throughout the cruise our communication ' s and electrical readiness has enabled the ship to effectively carry out its mission. Our hats off to this conscientious and hard working Division. V-vi

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« I The M Division is responsible for ensuring that the ship has propulsion for moving her through the water. This propulsion is furnished by the main engine turbine which generates 8,500 shaft horse power capable of produc- ing a speed of 21 knots. The main engine uses steam at 750 degrees under 440 pounds pressure per square inch. In addition to the above, the M gang is also responsible for the ship ' s service generators and the evapor- ators. Consequently, the importance of this Division ' s responsibility is tremendous when it is considered that besides operating and maintaining the ship ' s main propulsion plant, they ensure that the ship has enough electricity and fresh water. Their outstanding performance of duty has enabled the ship to operate efficiently and carry out its mission without a serious breakdown for a period of eight months. In addition, the M Division ' s spaces have been and are continually outstanding in appearance. High credit is due this Division and the results of their work reflect their dedication to duty and pride in doing a job well done.