Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #280 (Set 10)

An auxiliary turbine boiler feed pump should normally be stopped by __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — actuating the throttle hand tripping device

Actuating the throttle hand tripping device provides an immediate, positive snap-action closure of the main steam supply valve to stop auxiliary turbine-driven feed pumps safely.

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