USCG USCG Steam
Set 14 • Question #167 of 496
Launch Interactive Practice Room Excessive water loss from the main feed system can be caused by __________.
A
an atmospheric drain tank trap frozen in the closed position
✓ Correct Answer
B
excessive recirculation of condensate from the outlet of the air ejector condenser to the main condenser
C
a vapor bound main condensate pump
D
a leak in the desuperheater internal gasket
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines), regarding 'Excessive water loss from the main feed system can be caused by', the verified engineering fact is: 'an atmospheric drain tank trap frozen in the closed position'.
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