Link gear and eccentric.—Does a link motion when in full gear operate the valve much different to what a simple eccentric motion would do? [II. 393].
Exchanging eccentric rods.—If the forward eccentric rod was to break, could the backward eccentric be utilized to run the engine forward? If so, how? [II. 393].
Broken reach rod.—How would you hold the tumbling shaft if the reach rod broke? [II. 393].
Eccentric and crank motions.—Does the acting eccentric lead or follow the crank when the link is in full gear? [II. 393].
Setting a slide valve.—In what position would you place the link motion when the slide valve is to be set? [II. 394].
Length of eccentric rod.—What determines the length of the eccentric rods when setting the slide valve? [II. 394].
Setting an Allen valve.—What difference is there between setting a common slide valve and another (an Allen) valve? [II. 395].
Injector.—What is an injector? [II. 395].
Before firing.—What should be done before laying the fire? [II. 400].
Kindling the fire.—How long should the wood burn before putting on coal? [II. 400].