In a refrigeration system, the valve shown in the illustration is used for what purpose? GS-RA-14

Illustration GS-RA-14: the U.S. Coast Guard has not released this illustration.

Question

In a refrigeration system, the valve shown in the illustration is used for what purpose? GS-RA-14

Illustration GS-RA-14: the U.S. Coast Guard has not released this illustration.

Accepted Answer

Option D: head pressure regulating valve. The illustrated device is a head pressure regulating valve, utilized in marine refrigeration systems to maintain adequate condensing pressure during low ambient temperature operations by restricting condenser outlet flow.