Question 367Motor Plants - Assistant Engineer

The correct answer is A) Cooling water flow through aftercoolers. When a large main propulsion diesel engine is running at low load conditions, the cooling water flow through the aftercoolers may need to be decreased. This is because at low loads, the exhaust gas temperature and pressure are lower, resulting in less heat being generated in the engine. Reducing the cooling water flow helps maintain the proper operating temperature of the engine and prevents overcooling, which can lead to inefficient combustion and increased emissions. The other options are incorrect because they are not directly related to adjusting the engine's operating parameters for low load conditions. Control air supply pressure, lube oil temperature, and fuel injection pressure are typically maintained within their normal operating ranges regardless of the engine load.