Saltwater contamination of condensate could occur at which component?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Fresh water evaporator
Centrifugal condensate pumps operate under high vacuum at the suction flange. Closing the water seal line to the packing gland allows air to be drawn into the pump along the shaft, breaking the vacuum and preventing rated discharge capacity.
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