On a gas turbine propulsion vessel, you notice a slow but steady increase in gas turbine vibration and specific fuel consumption as the voyage has pro...

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On a gas turbine propulsion vessel, you notice a slow but steady increase in gas turbine vibration and specific fuel consumption as the voyage has progressed. What would be a good maintenance technique to use to correct these increases?

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Secure the engine and water wash the compressor off-line.

Engine: Gas Turbines

On a gas turbine propulsion vessel, you notice a slow but steady increase in gas turbine vibration and specific fuel consumption as the voyage has progressed. What would be a good maintenance technique to use to correct these increases?

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