Propulsion Equipment · Shaft Line & Propulsion
Veth Propulsion VL-Jet (L-Drive Jet) 165kW is a marine propulsion unit of the VL-Jet L-drive family, rated at 165 kW with a listed thrust of 11.6 kN. It is installed at the stern or hull of the vessel, driven through an L-shaped right-angle drive arrangement, and converts engine or motor power into controlled thrust for propulsion and manoeuvring. The exact mounting and steering arrangement should be confirmed from the manufacturer documentation for the installed unit.
What our service work and the manufacturer documentation say about keeping this model running.
Inspect the gear housing, seals, mounting bolts and propulsor surfaces for leakage, corrosion and impact damage. Check gear oil level and condition, sample for water and wear particles, and trend vibration and temperature. Verify anodes and coupling alignment at dry-dock or underwater surveys. Refer to the manufacturer and class documentation for exact clearances and intervals.
Keep shaft seals, gear oil and filters, anodes, mounting and coupling hardware, and manufacturer-recommended bearing consumables. Propulsor blades and complete gear units are normally strategic spares. Confirm all parts against the exact unit and serial documentation.
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