Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #1511 (Set 32)

The gage glass on a coil-type auxiliary boiler is connected to the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — accumulator

Coil-type auxiliary boilers lack a traditional large steam drum. They rely on an external accumulator or separator vessel to handle vapor-liquid separation, making it the proper attachment point for the water gauge glass.

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