Q7 (10 Marks) Compressed air system
MEP • Written Exam

With reference to multi-stage, single crank air compressors explain why:

(a) (i) 'Bumping' clearances are checked. (3)

(ii) Bottom end adjustment does not affect 'bumping' clearance. (3)

(iii) The clearance is not adjusted on one stage alone. (3)

(b) Describe how bumping clearances are corrected. (7)

Appeared In: Oct 2022

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