As shown in the illustrated flow diagram for a self-contained recovery unit designed for the recovery of refrigerants from high pressure appliances as defined by the EPA Clean Air Act rules, what is the functional purpose of the item labeled "FS2"? GS-RA-32 Illustration GS-RA-32: the U.S. Coast Guard has not released this illustration.
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Correct Answer: Option D — It automatically transitions the recovery unit from the direct liquid recovery mode to the direct vapor recovery mode.
Float switches or automatic pressure/temperature control devices in recovery units detect phase transitions, shifting the operational cycle from liquid pumping to direct vapor extraction as liquid depletes.
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