Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #440 (Set 15)

On a boiler safety valve, the blow down adjusting ring is locked in place by a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — set screw

To maintain accurate blowdown adjustments under severe boiler vibrations, the blowdown adjusting ring on a safety valve is secured in position using a locking set screw.

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