Refrigeration & Air Conditioning USCG Question #127 (Set 2)

In a refrigeration plant, what is one vital purpose of the receiver?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — store the refrigerant charge

The primary operational purpose of a marine refrigerant receiver is storing the total system liquid refrigerant charge, ensuring a solid column of liquid feeds the liquid line filter-drier and expansion valve.

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