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EO5-Operate Pumping Systems

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If the valve wheel of an extended spindle valve is free, but the valve does not seem to be not moving, what would you check first?The source image is unavailable.

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  • 1) Whether the valve is dirty.
  • 2) To see if the valve spindle is being turned.✓ Correct answer
  • 3) To see if there is excess pressure on the valve.
  • 4) To check that the valve is not broken.
Before loosening pump covers how should the pressure be checked?The source image is unavailable.

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  • 1) Checking the pressure gauge.
  • 2) Open and check vents are clear.✓ Correct answer
  • 3) Remove drain plug.
  • 4) Remove cover slowly.
What would loss of vacuum indicate on a bilge pump?The source image is unavailable.

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  • 1) Suction strainer blocked.
  • 2) Bilge empty.✓ Correct answer
  • 3) Pump impeller choked.
  • 4) Discharge valve closed.
What would be the main reason for a centrifugal pump's performance deteriorating over time?The source image is unavailable.

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  • 1) Cavitation of the impeller.
  • 2) Excessive wear between impeller and wear ring.✓ Correct answer
  • 3) Wear of the gland neck bush.
  • 4) Wear of the pump housing.
What capacity would you consider most suitable for a ballast pump?The source image is unavailable.

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  • 1) 25 to 50 cubic metres/hour.
  • 2) 10 to 15 cubic metres/hour.
  • 3) 20 to 30 cubic metres/hour.
  • 4) 100 to 150 cubic metres/hour.✓ Correct answer

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