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What is the purpose of the start and stop control method for a compressor?
What is the purpose of the start and stop control method for a compressor?
- To maintain a constant pressure in the system (correct)
- To control the compressor output based on load requirements
- To reduce the wear and tear on the electric motor
- To increase the efficiency of the compressor
Why is it important to install a sufficiently large receiver in a compressor system using start and stop control?
Why is it important to install a sufficiently large receiver in a compressor system using start and stop control?
- To decrease the wear on the unloader valve
- To increase the speed of the compressor
- To reduce the overall size of the compressor unit
- To prevent the compressor from starting and stopping continuously (correct)
How does the unloader protect the motor from overloading during compressor startup?
How does the unloader protect the motor from overloading during compressor startup?
- By increasing the pressure in the receiver
- By reducing the speed of the compressor
- By unloading the compressor automatically (correct)
- By shutting down the compressor completely
Why is a suitable unloader needed for a compressor using start and stop control?
Why is a suitable unloader needed for a compressor using start and stop control?
What is the function of the unloader valve in a compressor system?
What is the function of the unloader valve in a compressor system?
Why is dual control not used in electric motor-driven compressors?
Why is dual control not used in electric motor-driven compressors?
What is the purpose of the unloader valve in a reciprocating compressor?
What is the purpose of the unloader valve in a reciprocating compressor?
How does the pilot type unloader differ from the load/unload control system?
How does the pilot type unloader differ from the load/unload control system?
Which of the following statements is true about the inlet valve unloader?
Which of the following statements is true about the inlet valve unloader?
What is the purpose of a variable speed control method in a compressor system?
What is the purpose of a variable speed control method in a compressor system?
How does dual capacity control differ from load/unload control?
How does dual capacity control differ from load/unload control?
In what situation would a pilot valve in an inlet valve unloader lift off its seat?
In what situation would a pilot valve in an inlet valve unloader lift off its seat?
What happens to the electric motor in a load/unload control system during operation?
What happens to the electric motor in a load/unload control system during operation?
Which component ensures that air receiver pressure is maintained in a reciprocating compressor system?
Which component ensures that air receiver pressure is maintained in a reciprocating compressor system?
