Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #502 (Set 17)

Which of the listed problems will happen when the water level of a fire-tube type auxiliary boiler approaches the crown sheet?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — The fusible plugs will melt.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: The fusible plugs will melt..

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