Question 776 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) The entire charge might eventually be lost due to CO2 venting out through the relief valve. The reasoning is that in a low-pressure CO2 fixed fire extinguishing system, the refrigeration system is essential to maintain the CO2 in a liquid state at the proper pressure. If the refrigeration system is inoperable, the temperature of the CO2 charge will increase, causing the pressure to rise. This increased pressure will result in the CO2 being vented out through the relief valve, potentially leading to the complete loss of the entire fire extinguishing charge over time. The other options are incorrect because: A) Freezing of condensation would not be a major consequence, as the system is designed to handle changes in temperature and pressure. B) The warmed CO2 charge would still be effective in extinguishing a fire, but the quantity may be reduced due to venting. C) Liquid CO2 venting out through the safety valve is not a major consequence, as the relief valve is designed to handle the pressure increase.