What is the primary function of item '15' shown in the illustration? Illustration MO-0111
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — It removes the distillate condensed in area "24".
Item 15 is designated as the distillate pump, responsible for continuously extracting condensed potable water from the condenser vacuum shell.
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