Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess lubrication system operation
- Relevant information is obtained and correctly interpreted prior to any testing.
- Checks are undertaken safely and to prescribed procedures.
- Flows, pressures and temperatures are correctly determined and recorded.
- Faults are correctly isolated to component level and appropriate corrective action is determined.
- Lubricant fluid characteristics, terminology and applications are understood.
- Test equipment is used correctly.
- Results of spectrographic or laboratory analysis are correctly evaluated and recommendations are made regarding adjustments to future maintenance activities.
- Auxiliary lubrication systems are assessed for correct operation.
- Rectify faulty components
- Replacement components are correctly selected using manufacturers' data.
- Components are removed and refitted to engine by following prescribed procedures.
- Final adjustments are made that bring system in line with specifications.
- Test and rectification activities are accurately recorded.
- Engine is free of lubricant leaks after repair work is carried out.
- Component wear and clearances are correctly determined using appropriate test equipment and manufacturers' recommendations.