Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #492 (Set 12)

The area indicated by the letter "W", shown in the illustration is correctly termed the __________. Illustration MO-0112

USCG Exam Illustration MO-0112
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration MO-0112
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — opening chamber

Area "W" serves as the opening chamber where operating water collects to overcome the closing force and depress the sliding piston for solids ejection.

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