4BE3.5 U3 C4 Obj 5 EASY
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What is the purpose of a vacuum breaker in a boiler?

  • To prevent the boiler from flooding by allowing air into the boiler when pressure drops below atmospheric (correct)
  • To increase the pressure inside the boiler
  • To draw water into the boiler from the feedwater system
  • To regulate the temperature of the boiler
  • Where is a vacuum breaker typically installed?

  • On top of the shell
  • On the water column steam piping connection to the boiler (correct)
  • Inside the feedwater system
  • On top of the water column
  • What is the function of a drum vent valve in a boiler?

  • To trap non-condensable dissolved gases in the boiler during warm up
  • To prevent air from escaping when the boiler is being filled with water
  • To regulate the flow of steam in the boiler
  • To allow air to escape from the boiler when it is being filled with water and to release air and non-condensable dissolved gases during warm up (correct)
  • Why is it important to release air and non-condensable dissolved gases from the boiler during warm up?

    <p>To prevent corrosion in the return line and possible air binding in the main steam system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an air separator in the supply line to a hot water heating system?

    <p>To prevent air from entering the heating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does a hot water boiler not require a gauge glass?

    <p>Because the boiler is completely filled with water during normal operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of maintaining a consistent water level in a steam heating boiler?

    <p>To reduce fuel consumption and thermal shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may low-pressure steam heating boilers remain off for several hours or days?

    <p>During the spring or fall months when controlled by an outside air temperature sensor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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