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What is the main purpose of installing chart recorders in control rooms?

To assist in monitoring current and historical conditions (correct)

To replace the control room operators

To eliminate the need for paper and ink

To reduce the number of control parameters to oversee

Which type of chart recorders requires paper and ink for operation?

Modern distributed control system electronic displays

Mechanical chart or strip recorders (correct)

Traditional circular or strip charts

Circular chart recorders

Why do circular chart recorders need regular renewal?

To assess system performance

To monitor bearing vibrations

To replace worn-out paper and ink (correct)

To reduce system performance issues

In which chapter of the textbook are chart recorders and computerized trends discussed in detail?

Part A, Unit 9, Chapter 3 Basic Controls and Instrumentation Components Signup and view all the answers

What benefit do electronic displays offer over traditional circular or strip chart recorders?

They display multiple control parameters simultaneously Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of taking power plant readings, according to the text?

To assess the performance of the equipment Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for operators to take readings during regular rounds?

To identify and diagnose potential problems Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if an operator ignores taking readings and relies solely on control systems?

Adverse conditions may arise unnoticed Signup and view all the answers

How can reviewing reading sheets help in understanding equipment failures?

By providing historical data of equipment performance Signup and view all the answers

Why is accurate recording of information while out in the field crucial for Power Engineers?

To provide data for investigating equipment failures Signup and view all the answers