ANTI-FOULING SYSTEM

(Marine Growth Preventing System)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SEHONG Co.,Ltd
WILSON WALTON KOREA
876-4, MAEGOK-DONG, YANGSAN-SI GYEONGNAM-DO, KOREA
(82)55-375-1117, FAX: (82)55-375-1116
E-mail: [email protected]
 INDEX

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 General System Description

1.2 Safety Precautions

2.0 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

2.1 Electrical
2.1.1 Power Control Unit
2.1.2 Electric Cable
2.1.3 Junction Box
2.2 Alloy Anodes

3.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 Power Control Unit

3.2 Connecting Cables/Junction Boxes
3.3 Anode/Cofferdam/Flange
3.4 Anode Replacement Procedure

4.0 COMMISSIONING

5.0 OPERATION & DISPLAYS

6.0 MAINTENANCE

APPENDIX 1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 General System Description

Principle of Operation. Marine fouling and biological fouling commonly occur in

seawater circulation systems. This involves the
establishment of marine plants and animals, and
bacterial growths. These fouling organisms enter the
system in microscopic and macroscopic form, e.g. larvae
and spats, settle and develop into adult forms wherever
favorable environmental conditions exist.

Hard fouling by mussels, barnacles etc. most commonly

occurs in seawater circuits and can result in interference
in flow conditions, blockage and increased corrosion.
Traditional chemical methods of water treatment to
prevent fouling are now less favored particularly, for
example, chlorination. Chlorine accelerates corrosion
rates, usually by causing pitting attack on steel, is
environmentally unacceptable and treatment requires
continuous monitoring and control.

The MGPS System The MGPS system employs a variation of the well
established impressed current cathodic protection
principle. Direct current applied to the copper anode(s)
releases a controlled quantity of copper ions into the
system to create an environment in which primary forms
of marine life do not grow.
Current applied to the aluminum anodes releases a ‘floc’,
a precipitate of aluminum hydroxide.
The aluminum hydroxide products reduce corrosion
rates on ferrous components in the seawater system by
modifying the ferrous oxides formed and film deposition.

The MGPS system is automatic, requires minimal

maintenance and is environmentally friendly. Mussels
are not killed by the system: the environment it creates
prevents them settling or developing. A further benefit of
the MGPS system is that potable water distillation plants
can be operated without interruption.
Controller Power Unit The power control system is designed for power
supplies of 110/220/440V at 50-60Hz. It is housed in an
 coated steel; glass fronted cabinet. The system supplies
four anodes, the current for each anode being adjusted
by a front panel control knob. The current flowing to each
anode is indicated by digit display. This allows visual
monitoring of all the separate anode currents.

Anode functions are as follows:

WW-Cuproline: Antifouling

WW-Aloline Reduction in corrosion of steel materials

WW-Ferroline: Reduction in corrosion of copper based materials

1.2 General Safety Precautions for Electrical Equipment

The following is given as a guideline only and the operators won safety rules and
regulations should be followed at all times.

Dead Equipment

1. Isolate the supply, carry out the “Tag Out” system drill or equivalent as
specified by operators own safety procedures.

2. Obtain an approved voltage tester and check it against a known good power
supply. Test the equipment circuits across all lines and between each line and
earth to ensure that it has been isolated from its power supply before you
touch it. Check the tester again after use.

3. Ensure that any capacitors associated with the equipment are fully discharged,
fitting shorting straps if necessary.

Live Equipment

Work on ‘live’ equipment is only to be carried out if there is no alternative.

Personnel involved must be briefed on the precautions.
1. Do not take risks.

2. Wear electrically insulated gloves if practicable.

3. Use insulated tools if practicable.

4. Stand on rubber insulating mats. Avoid leaning on adjacent bulkheads of

equipment.

5. Wear insulating footwear. Certain types of footwear contain conducting

material and are not electrically safe.

6. Be aware of the voltages that are or can be present.

 7. Do not rely on interlocks or other safety devices.

8. Unless essential do not render interlocks or safety devices inoperative.

9. Do not work alone. Make sure your assistant knows the electric shock
procedure, also where and how to isolate the power supply in an emergency.

10. Take particular care that tools do not cause short circuits.

11. Work with one hand possible, keeping the other away from live circuits and
components.

2.0 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

2.1 Electrical

2.1.1 Power Control Unit

2.1.2 Electric Cable
2.1.3 Junction Box

2.1.1 Power Control Unit

The Power Control Unit is of modular construction with A.C. input and D.C. output
via individual modules as illustrated by Drawing No. AM 1416.

The system supplies four/six/eight anodes, The unit has two/three/four separate
positive outputs each of capacity 3 / 5 / 8 amps, again dependent on system
requirements.
A common negative return exists for all modules.

Options: Power Units can be provided with the following as optional extras:
a. Air Cooling Fan
b. An input power supply failure alarm

2.1.2 Cable

(a) Input
All input and shrouds are shipyard supply. Fittings-terminations, glands, etc.,
are usually of shipyard supply. The A.C. supply cables size is rated according
to the maximum D.C. output of the power unit. Usually, a very small
conductor size is adequate but for physical and electrical reasons, it is
preferable to use a larger cable conductor size than the nominal current
capacity needed. Cable insulation, armouring and sleeving is dictated by ship
classification requirements.
 A 5 Amp input fuse is provided for the units.
Input cable size of minimum cross-section 2.5 sq mm per conductor is
recommended.

NOTE: Non Armoured cable can be used on runs in trays or conduits.

(b) D.C. Output

The D.C. Output from each line is connected to the anodes(positive output)
and Module respectively(negative output) via an intermediate junction box.

1 X 4㎟ or 1 X 6㎟ cable is adequate for D.C. Distribution to the anodes

without any significant voltage drop. The D.C. cables may be single core
cables for individual output or alternatively multi-core cables may be used.

Many systems utilize 3 core cable per module output; two positive to Cuproline
and Aloline respectively and one negative to Hull (see drawing No. AM 1164)

An armoured ship wiring cable for D.C. supply is preferable(e.g.

EPR/CSP/GSW/CSP); unless cable tray or conduit is used for distribution
where cable with insulation and sleeving alone can be adequate. This can be
EPR/CSP or XLPE/PVC. Cable voltage rating is not significant since units
operate well below 18 volts D.C., the maximum output of the power unit.
Most cables have voltage rating above 200 volts

(c) Earthing
An insulated earthing cable minimum 1 X 5.5 ㎟ should be connected from the
power earth connection on the power unit housing to suitable external earth
point.

2.1.3 Junction Boxes (Optional Supply)

These should be intrinsically safe or have an IP rating to client specification.
Sehong Co.,Ltd(Wilson Walton Korea) supply junction boxes are rated to IP 55,
typical construction is shown in drawing No. AM 1164, with input 3 x 5.5 ㎟ and 3
separate outputs to Cuproline, Aloline and sea chest respectively.

An intermediate junction box facilitates separation of anodes from the supply, thus
avoiding interference with the remainder of the installation-during inspection or
anode replacement periods and is necessary where anode assemblies are
provided as a separate unit complete with pre-connected cable.
2.2 Alloy Anodes

A typical anode assembly, complete with cofferdam and mounting flange is shown in drawing.
The same type of assembly construction is used for Cuproline, Ferroline and Aloline Anodes.

Typical standard anode sizes are given below for various flow rates and a 5year dry docking
or anode replacement period. Anode length refers to the total length of anode material.

(a) The space available to install anode assemblies.

(b) The period of use prior to dissolution and replacement. (For sea chest locations, the
replacement period is generally the dry docking interval.)

3.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Three separate stages are involved.

3.1 Installation of the Power Control Unit

3.2 Connecting Cable/Junction Box

3.3 Anode/Cofferdam/Flange

3.1 Power Control Unit

The control panel should be located as near as possible to A.C. power supply and the anode
locations (to minimize the D.C. cable length and voltage drop).

Input supply voltage tolerance is plus or minus 20% of rated capacity. There are no
tolerances specified for the output voltage as this is a constant current system and the
voltage is therefore widely variable dependent on several factors including anode size and
temperature. The operational range for output voltage is 0v-12v D.C.

The control panel location should meet the following requirements:

(a) Max. ambient temperature of 50 deg.C.(Unit rated to 55deg.C.)

(b) Adequate space around unit to assist ventilation

(c) Approx. head height max to facilitate reading and output adjustment or servicing

(d) Be easily accessible

(e) Be in a safe non-hazardous environment

(f) Bulkhead mounted or secured to a suitable base

3.2 Cable Connections-Power Control Unit/Junction Box/Anodes

Input A.C. cable connection points and earthing cable connections are clearly marked in the
power control unit.

Similarly positive output terminal on each line are evident with a common negative cable
connection. Cable sizing and specification for A.C. input and D.C. output are described in
Section 2.1.2
The D.C. supply cable to the anodes should be connected to the intermediate junction box.

A junction box is provided with shrouded gland(D.C.) inputs and anode/sea chest output
connections, see Drawing No. AM 1164

Anode cables and negative return should be connected to D.C. supply in the Junction Box.

3.3 Anode/Cofferdam/Flange

Anodes should be installed in the position specifically shown or advised for each vessel.

The anode are installed in the selected compartments, namely sea chests, or injection
strainers.

(a) The agreed positions for the apertures for the cofferdam entry points should be marked
and burnt/cut out taking precautions to protect surrounding equipment with heat resistant
blankets etc. A stand-by fire extinguisher should be provided.

(b) The mating flange to receive the anode and cofferdam flange should be welded in
position - welding on both inside and outside joints.

(c) All weld scales should be removed and any damaged paint work reinstated.

(d) Lift cofferdam at flange using 2x eyebolts supplied.

Carefully lift the anode/cofferdam, flange assembly and lower the anode onto the sea
chest or strainer mating flange, marking sure that the rubber gasket is in position. Evenly
tighten down the anode flange bolts.

(e) Make the negative cable connection onto the hull. AFTER marking this connection, the
stud and nut assembly should be completely covered with a light coating of Marine
Lubricant.
(f) Secure anode cables and negative single cable together and take back for connection in
the junction box.
 Anode Type Cofferdam Colour Cable Colour
WW Cuproline Blue Red
WW Aloline White Blue
WW Ferroline Black Black

Note: Cable color scheme is indicative only and refers only to Sehong Co.,Ltd
(Wilson Walton Korea) standard supply cable. Where client specified cable is supplied it
may not be possible to match this color scheme.

3.4 Anode Replacement Procedure

Power to the anodes must be switched off before carrying out the following procedure.
Vessel must be in dry dock or the sea chest completely sealed off to prevent ingress of water.

(a) Unscrew cofferdam lid and slide along the cable until the lid is clear of the cofferdam.

(b) Remove the cofferdam flange securing bolt and nuts.

(c) Carefully lift out the anode/cofferdam assembly.

(d) Locate complete assembly in the sea chest and secure with the eight (8) cofferdam
flange bolt and nuts. Ensure gasket is in position and tighten down evenly.

(e) Connect anode positive cable.

4.0 COMMISSIONING AND FAULT FINDING

4.1 Commissioning
(ONLY TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN THE VESSEL IS AFLOAT)

(a) Check all able connections at power control unit, terminal box and anodes.
(b) Identify each positive output and relevant anode, and record the same.
(c) Ensure that all anode output dials and adjustment knobs are in the zero position.
(d) Switch on A.C. supply and then the panel on/off switch.
(e) Adjust output to the recommended current values on each anode.
(f) A specific data sheet for each vessel stating anode sizes,
locations and operating conditions is provided (Section 6.0). This data sheet is for completion
on board by the vessel’s engineers after installation and testing of the equipment has been
carried out. All anodes are designed with a + 5% margin allowing for overrun and higher
current settings if required.
4.2 Fault Finding

FAULT PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIAL ACTION

Exchange module with another that is

known to be working. If fault remains
1. Faulty module
on original module, return to
manufacturer for replacement. If fault
appears on exchange module, refer to
item 2.

Check continuity of circuit from power

LED display on one module 2. Break in electrical circuit unit to anode and negative return from
fails to illuminate on either with anode sea chest to power unit. Repair as
one or both displays. necessary.

Or In case of Anode located on Treatment

3. Not enough water level. Tank, can be caused current fault
Current fault LED On. alarm, because not enough water level.
Recommend to open Air-Vent 1week
regularly.

Will be on current fault LED, when

4. Anodes life finish. Anode had been consumed all, or Stud
bolt had been open to seawater.
Have to renewal Anode to New.

LED displays on all modules Blown control fuse Check internal fuses and replace as
fail to illuminate. Power on necessary.
LED remains illuminated.

1. Blown power supply fuse Check internal fuses and replace as

LED displays on all modules necessary.
fail to illuminate. Power on
LED fails to illuminate. 2. Power supply failure. Check power supply

Bio-fouling growing in sea

water cooling system. Incorrect current output Check settings & Measure Actual
or settings. output on Anodes cables (by clamp
Electrode consumed quickly. Tester) and adjust as necessary.
5.0 OPERATION & DISPLAYS

Each plug in module controls two individual output channels, usually configured to supply
one anti-fouling anode paired with one corrosion reduction anode, although other
arrangements are possible depending upon operational requirements.

Units are supplied with either a 3 amp or 5 amp output capacity per channel and in normal
operation each channel will display the current setting for each individual anode. The
majority of MGPS systems are designed to give 100% protection for an assumed 100% time
in use. Therefore unless otherwise stated the anode current setting should remain
unchanged once commissioning of the system has been completed.

In case the valve of the sea water suction strainer/sea chest inlet was closed, the output
current is decreased to 20~50% amps.
The method of decrease current
- Adjust by turning knob anti-clockwise.
- Current value indicated on display.
In case the valve of the sea water suction strainer/sea chest inlet was opened, the output
current is increased to setting current.
The method of increase current
- Adjust by turning knob clockwise.
- Current value indicated on display.

The monitoring modes are all adjusted by a factor of 10 for display purposes.

6.0 MAINTENANCE

The maintenance requirement is minimal. The system operates at constant current output
and does not therefore require adjustment.

A weekly / Daily recording of current outputs on each anode is recommended for which a log
sheet is provided as enclosed.

This provides a record of the system’s operation, an indication of any changes in function,
and a reminder when anode replacements are scheduled.

A complete loss of current on any anode should be investigated by checking all cable
connections, power panel fuses or by interchanging modules.
APPENDIX 1.

GENERAL INFORMATION

General Questions regarding operation of the Anti-fouling system

1.0 During diving operations does the system need to be switched off?

As the anodes are located inside the sea chests and are operating at very low current
outputs, it is not necessary to deactivate the system during diving operations. If however,
work is being carried out inside the sea chest, the operators own safety procedures should
be followed and it may be advisable to deactivate the system for the duration.

2.0 What is the effect if the anode is not replaced before the recommended duration of its design
life?

During its serviceable life, the anode is consumed. If the anode is not replaced at the end of
its design life, current will continue to dissolve anode material until such time as all of the
anode is consumed. From this point on, the current will begin to dissolve the mounting. At
this point, is likely that a short circuit will occur and any hull steel that is part of the anode
circuit will begin to be consumed.

3.0 For a new construction, what is the effect of immersing the anodes in sea water for a period
of six to nine months before turning on the power?

Submerged anodes will have no protective effect on the system if they are not activated.
The steel cofferdam mountings will corrode freely if no other means of protection is available.
In rare and exceptional circumstances, some marine growth may be seen taking place on
the anodes themselves as there will be no toxic free cupric ions in solution until the current is
activated.

4.0 During the construction process, if the system is turned on will be detrimental with all electric
welding taking place?

There have been isolated reports of electrical welding interfering with this type of MGPS
system when the welding equipment has been connected close to the negative return for the
power unit and this has resulted in damage to the circuits inside the unit. Generally speaking,
during short term welding work, as long as the welding is not near to the MGPS equipment, it
is not considered necessary to shut down the system. If extensive welding is taking place
over a longer period, shutting down the system should be at the discretion of the operator.
5.0 If the negative terminal is not grounded properly, what will be the effect on the system?

There must be a negative return to the power unit, either through hull connections for direct
cable connection to the sea chest. If the negative return is not secured, there will be no
electrical circuit hence no current flow and the system will simply not function.

6.0 What is the effect of switching off the system for a short and prolonged period?

Obviously this will depend on what the operator determines as being a short or prolonged
period. Short term(several days), there should be no readily observable detrimental effects
on the system. Over longer period(weeks), bio-fouling will begin to take place resulting in
reduced sea water flow and uninhibited corrosion will occur in the internal pipe work.
 SEHONG Co., Ltd [WILSON WALTON KOREA]
876‐4, MAEGOK‐DONG, YANGSAN‐SI GYEONGNAM‐DO, KOREA
(82)55‐375‐1117, FAX: (82)55‐375‐1116
E‐mail: [email protected]

ANFOMATIC SYSTEM LOG ( MGPS)

Name of Vessel : Ship owner:
Hull No : Anode lifetime (Years)
Shipyard : Next replacement of anodes mm/yy

No.1 Unit No.2 Unit

Month Week Output(Amp) Operating Mode (  ) Output(Amp) Operating Mode (  ) Remarks
Cu Al/Fe Run Idle Cu Al/Fe Run Idle
W1
W2
Jan
W3
W4
W1
W2
Feb
W3
W4
W1
W2
Mar
W3
W4
W1
W2
Apr
W3
W4
W1
W2
May
W3
W4
W1
W2
Jun
W3
W4
W1
W2
Jul
W3
W4
W1
W2
Aug
W3
W4
W1
W2
Sep
W3
W4
W1
W2
Oct
W3
W4
W1
W2
Nov
W3
W4
W1
W2
Dec
W3
W4

Remark

Date Checked by
Chief Engineer of