Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #165 (Set 6)

A centrifugal oil purifier should be shut down if the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — purifier is vibrating badly

The bowl ring gasket maintains the hydraulic integrity and pressure seal of the centrifuge bowl. Deterioration of this elastomeric seal causes internal bypass and loss of the critical water seal, resulting in improper separation and fluid loss.

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