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A boiler with MAWP of 150 PSI and a safety valve setting of 100 PSI with a 3''
valve disc, what is the total force? - ANSWER-707 LBS 3x3x.7854x100
What is the purpose of a siphon on a steam pressure gauge? - ANSWER-To
protect the gauge from high steam pressure
Water hammer is a dangerous condition that could result in? - ANSWER-Lead
to total failure of piping hangers and support structures.
A boiler produces 500 psi steam at 625 degrees F, normal saturated steam
condition is 467 degrees F, What is the degree of superheat? - ANSWER-158
Degrees F (625-467)
A water hammer condition in a steam plant is dangerous because it can? -
ANSWER-Lead to steam pipe failure
Which of the following best describes saturated steam? - ANSWER-Steam at a
temperature corresponding with its pressure
,Which of the following is not an advantage of steam heating systems? -
ANSWER-Only small pumps are needed to move steam.
What is the function of the thrust bearing on a steam turbine? - ANSWER-To
maintain axial position of the rotor
What is the horsepower rating of a 10,000-KW steam turbine. - ANSWER-
13,400 HP (1.341 HP= KW)
What is the theoretical cycle of a simple power plant? - ANSWER-Rankine
cycle
What is the stationary passage of an impulse turbine called? - ANSWER-Nozzle
What prevents superheater tubes from warping or burning out? - ANSWER-
Continuous flow of steam through the superheater tubes
What type of turbine allows doe the reclaiming of condensate for use in the
system? - ANSWER-A condensing turbine
In a high pressure steam plant, in which type of condenser would the cooling
water and steam come into direct contact? - ANSWER-An open type
On a turbine driven feedwater pump, identify which two pipes are larger -
ANSWER-Turbine steam exhaust and suction lines
What would be over speed trip setting on a turbine with a normal operating
speed of 1770 RPM? - ANSWER-1947 (10%)
Shrouds are found on what piece of auxiliary equipment? - ANSWER-Steam
turbines
,Where in a boiler system would you find a cyclone separator? - ANSWER-In
the steam drum
Which of the following best describes the operation of a surface condenser? -
ANSWER-Cooling water flows through tubes surrounded by exhaust system
The mechanical inspection bureau incorporates by reference various codes,
standards and practices. Once specific safety practice incorporated by reference
for license operators specifies and identifies one called a qualified individual. -
ANSWER-A boiler service tech who is engaged in and responsible for the
installation, replacement, repair or service of the boiler, and safety devices and
experienced in such work. In some states individual must hold a boiler license.
To be eligible for high pressure boiler operator in charge exam, What is the
duration of time indicated in the regulations that an applicant must have for an
intensive training program by the chief? - ANSWER-No less than 6 weeks
What ASME code symbol is used to determine a high pressure power boiler? -
ANSWER-S
What is the Act (LAW) that establishes the licensing requirements in the state
of NJ? - ANSWER-N.J.S.A 34:7-1
What is the max penalty that may be imposed for a licensed operator with an
expired license? - ANSWER-$5,000
What is the penalty is a person taking the exam us found taking photos? -
ANSWER-Shall be subjected to prosecution and or penalty up to $5,000
, What is the range of capacity tat a high pressure boiler operator can be chief
engineer and work as shift engineer? - ANSWER-Can act as chief engineer and
stand watch of a plant with a minimum capacity of 100HP and up to 500HP.
What is the regulation corresponding to boiler, pressure vessels and
refrigeration systems in NJ? - ANSWER-NJ administrative code NJAC 12:90
Any person found holding an expired license shall be subjected to what type of
penalty? - ANSWER-Minimum of $500 to a max of $5000 per day.
Air receivers must conform to what ASME code? - ANSWER-Section 8 VIII
If your boiler needs weld repair you must get repairs from the? - ANSWER-
Authorized inspection agency.
In accordance with ASME CSD-1, where is the installation of a manually
operated remote shutdown switch or circuit breaker to be located? - ANSWER-
Just outside the boiler room door, Unless door is on the building exterior and it
must be marked for easy identification and installed on every exit door of boiler
room.
Pursuant to N.J.A.C 12:90, what is the temperature and pressure that defines a
high temp hot water heater boiler? - ANSWER-Exceeds 250 degrees F at 160
PSI
Is it necessary to provide a disconnect switch at an accessible location at the
boiler? - ANSWER-An electrical disconnect switch shall be installed at the
boiler at an accessible location with cover plate that can be locked out in open
position.
When a license is improperly or not posted, what is the amount of penalty or
fine that may be imposed on the engineer, by the state? - ANSWER-$500