When replacing a thermostatic expansion valve power element, what is true concerning the thermal bulb?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — with steel wool or an abrasive cloth remove oxidation on the bulb and suction line
Removing oxidation with an abrasive cloth or steel wool ensures maximum metal-to-metal thermal conductivity between the suction line and the TXV sensing bulb, preventing inaccurate thermal response caused by corrosion or surface scale.
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