USCG USCG General Eng
Set 9 • Question #474 of 498
Launch Interactive Practice Room A pounding noise occurring in one cylinder of a steam reciprocating general service pump could be caused by __________.
A
lower than normal supply steam temperature
B
lower than normal supply steam pressure
C
improper adjustment of steam cushion valves
✓ Correct Answer
D
loss of air charge in the pump discharge plenum chamber
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'A pounding noise occurring in one cylinder of a steam reciprocating general service pump could be caused by', the standard operating requirement is: 'improper adjustment of steam cushion valves'.
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