General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #939 (Set 15)

Which of the following valve arrangements permits the reciprocating pump liquid piston to take suction from the suction chamber, and simultaneously discharge through the discharge chamber during the up and down strokes?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Two sets of valves, one set each for suction and discharge located in the water chest.

In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'Which of the following valve arrangements permits the reciprocating pump liquid piston to take suction from the suction chamber, and simultaneously discharge through the discharge chamber during the up and down strokes', the standard operating requirement is: 'Two sets of valves, one set each for suction and discharge located in the water chest.'.

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